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A hot tub surrounded by lush greenery and a view of a body of water during sunset. - Holiday Retreat Perfect for Thanksgiving Dinners (Cedar)
A spacious dining area with a wooden table, black chairs, and a modern chandelier. - Holiday Retreat Perfect for Thanksgiving Dinners (Cedar)
A modern living room with a grey sofa, a coffee table, and a dining area with a black table and a white vase. - Holiday Retreat Perfect for Thanksgiving Dinners (Cedar)
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a central island with stools, and a dining area with a bench. - Holiday Retreat Perfect for Thanksgiving Dinners (Cedar)
A bedroom with a bed, a bedside table, a mirror, and a window. - Holiday Retreat Perfect for Thanksgiving Dinners (Cedar)
Consider a stay at Holiday Retreat Perfect for Thanksgiving Dinners and take advantage of a firepit, a garden and an arcade/games room. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. Free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices), and laundry facilities are available to all guests.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
The current price is AU$1,609
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov

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About this property

Holiday Retreat Perfect for Thanksgiving Dinners

  • 🏡 Welcome to The Nest Retreat



    Tucked among the trees just minutes from Traverse City, The Nest Retreat is a modern farmhouse designed for gathering, slowing down, and enjoying Northern Michigan together.



    Spend your evenings in the hot tub under the stars, gather around the fire pit for late-night conversations and s’mores, or enjoy dinner outside after a day exploring wineries, beaches, and downtown Traverse City 🍒



    Comfortably accommodates up to 12 guests across 3 bedrooms, a flex den sleeping space, and additional living room sleeping accommodations, this is the perfect home base for wedding weekends, wine tours, family vacations, girls’ getaways, and cozy Up North escapes in every season.



    ✨ Why Guests Love It

    🔥 Hot tub tucked beneath the trees

    🔥 Fire pit + cornhole for relaxed evenings outside

    🍽 Open-concept layout designed for gathering

    💍 Minutes from top wedding venues + wineries

    🌿 Peaceful wooded setting with a private, secluded feel

    🚗 Just 10–12 minutes to downtown Traverse City

    🐾 Pet friendly



    🛌 Sleeping Arrangements | Sleeps 12



    🛏 Primary Suite

    King bed • ensuite bathroom • Smart TV • spacious closet

    A favorite space for wedding mornings and getting ready with friends.



    🛏 Queen Bedroom

    Cozy memory foam mattress and calming natural light.



    🛏 Bunkroom

    Queen bed + bunk beds — perfect for kids, cousins, or groups of friends.



    🛏 Den/Flex Sleeping Space

    Semi-private den with queen pull-out sofa and textured glass doors and curtain-divided hallway entry for privacy, along with desk and closet for storage.



    🛋 Additional Sleeping Space

    Queen sleeper sofa in the living room.



    🍽 Kitchen + Dining



    The fully stocked kitchen is designed for everything from quick breakfasts before wine tasting to slow dinners shared around the table.



    ✔ Stainless steel appliances

    ✔ Hybrid Keurig (single cup or full pot)

    ✔ Cookware, spices, oils, blender + essentials

    ✔ Dining table with seating for 10

    ✔ Additional seating at the peninsula

    ✔ High chair, playpen, children’s books + dishware



    Whether you’re cooking after a beach day or bringing in takeout from downtown Traverse City, the space is built to comfortably gather together.



    🛋 Cozy Living Spaces



    After a day exploring Northern Michigan, settle in for movie nights, board games, or quiet evenings by the fire.



    ✨ Cozy fireplace

    📺 60” Smart TV with streaming + live TV

    📶 Fast WiFi throughout the home

    🎲 Board games and comfortable gathering spaces

    ☀ Large windows with peaceful wooded views



    🌿 Outdoor Experience



    The outdoor spaces at The Nest Retreat are designed for slowing down and enjoying Northern Michigan’s quieter moments.



    ✨ Hot tub beneath the stars

    🔥 Fire pit for s’mores and late-night conversations

    🌲 Wooded setting with a peaceful, tucked-away feel

    🍽 Outdoor dining patio + grill

    🎯 Cornhole and yard games



    The property is surrounded by mature trees and rolling terrain, creating a cozy sense of privacy while still being close to everything Traverse City has to offer.



    💍 Perfect for Wedding Weekends



    Conveniently located near many of Traverse City’s most popular wedding venues, including:



    🍷 Rove Estate Winery

    💒 Bay View Weddings at Gallagher Farms

    🌿 The Botanic Gardens at Historic Barns Park

    🍇 Brengman Family Wines

    🌾 Jacob’s Farm

    ❄ Timberlee Hills



    With plenty of space for getting ready, gathering, and reconnecting, The Nest Retreat makes an ideal home base for wedding celebrations.



    📍 Location Highlights



    🚗 12 min → Downtown Traverse City

    🍷 6–12 min → Wineries + tasting rooms

    🌊 18 min → Good Harbor Beach

    🏖 23 min → Sleeping Bear Dunes

    🚲 11 min → Cherry Bend Trail

    🍦 Minutes to local farm stands, markets, and restaurants



    👩‍🍳 Elevated Experiences



    Planning something special? Ask about private chef experiences for an elevated dinner at home after a day exploring Northern Michigan.



    🔐 Guest Access



    Guests have full private access to the home and property.



    ⚠ Good to Know



    ⏳ Quiet hours: 10 PM – 7 AM

    📝 Rental agreement + ID verification required after booking

    💳 $500 security hold placed before arrival and released after departure



    🍒 Whether you’re here for wedding celebrations, winery weekends, beach days, or simply a slower pace Up North, The Nest Retreat is a welcoming place to gather and make memories together.

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About the area

Cedar is home to this holiday home. Shoppers can check out Front Street, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Lake Michigan and Traverse City Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Great Wolf Lodge Water Park and Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or try out other outdoor activities such as ice skating and snowmobiling. Visit our Cedar travel guide
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Cedar, MI

What's nearby

  • An aerial view of a coastal area with a marina, dense forest, and clear turquoise waters.
    Lake Leelanau
    6 min drive - 7.6 km
  • Rove Estate Vineyard & Winery
    5 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Bright Lake
    6 min drive - 9.1 km
  • Bay Meadows Golf Course
    7 min drive - 12.0 km
  • Hickory Hills Ski Area
    8 min drive - 12.3 km

Getting around

  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    27 min drive

Restaurants

  • Moomers Homemade Ice Cream
    7 min drive
  • West End Tavern
    10 min drive
  • Cedar River Coffee Company
    8 min drive
  • Harrington's By The Bay
    9 min drive
  • Apache Trout Grill
    10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Holiday Retreat Perfect for Thanksgiving Dinners pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Retreat Perfect for Thanksgiving Dinners?

As of 1 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Retreat Perfect for Thanksgiving Dinners on 3 Nov 2026 start from AU$1,609, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Holiday Retreat Perfect for Thanksgiving Dinners?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Holiday Retreat Perfect for Thanksgiving Dinners?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Holiday Retreat Perfect for Thanksgiving Dinners?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Holiday Retreat Perfect for Thanksgiving Dinners located?

Set in Cedar, this family-friendly holiday home is within 6 mi (10 km) of Lake Leelanau, Bright Lake and Bullhead Lake Natural Area. Hickory Hills Ski Area and Bay Meadows Golf Course are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Reviews

Holiday Retreat Perfect for Thanksgiving Dinners Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.8

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 38 out of 40 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 40 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 40 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 40 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 40 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property, relatively secluded but also has easy access to many local attractions.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Girl’s getaway

Quiet place, a little out of the way but not too far from traverse. Nicely remodeled home. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent stay!

We stayed for a weekend and really enjoyed our time. The house was very clean and comfortable for our family. The hosts are very friendly and provided all the information we needed for check in and out. The house is well supplied and the attention to detail throughout is excellent!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great house for a group vacation

The house was perfect for our large family, was very clean, and had all the amenities we needed. The location is secluded yet a short drive to TC and Sutton’s Bay. The host was great and communication was timely and clear, would definitely stay here next time!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend getaway!

Super clean
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute house in the woods

The house was great and very clean. The pictures are accurate. This was a great place for us to use as home base to check out wineries and traverse city. Would stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location for Jacobs Farm

My son got married at Jacobs farm. We were so close to that location, as well as not far from lots of wineries. The view from the house was gorgeous
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing!

The location is great. Not too far from downtown TC but far enough you’re secluded. The check in and out process were easy. Responsive to all my emails too!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Christmas family getaway

We had a wonderful time. The kitchen was so well appointed. The home was beautiful. The drive into town was easy. We enjoyed the hot tub in the evenings. The living room with huge couch and fireplace was a great place to spend time together. Beds were comfy and the hosts were very responsive.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Exactly as listed

The house was exactly what we wanted. It was clean with good beds. Hot tub worked well. Relatively close to Traverse City.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Girls Trip

Our girls’ trip to Traverse City was absolutely amazing! This place exceeded all our expectations and looked just like the pictures! The highlight? The hot tub! It was spotless and added the perfect touch of luxury to our stay. We had such an incredible time!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Weekend Getaway

My family and I had a great time at the nest. The house has been remodeled and updated and is very cozy. The house is also situated on a private and wooded lot with beautiful views. The beds were comfy, and the sheets were soft. The kitchen has everything you need to prepare meals for a large group and the large kitchen table was perfect too. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wooded area close to downtown

The home was so cute and enough space for 12 adults. The outdoor space was large and wooded with plenty of parking. Close so downtown traverse city and fish town. Really enjoyed the fire pit at night.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our families (5 adults and 4 children aged 3-11, plus 2 more adults and a 13-year-old who visited) enjoyed our time together at The Nest. The hosts touched base at appropriate times; the place offered good space for playing games (both box games and digital), making a gingerbread house, reading, sharing meals, and time in the hot tub looking at the stars (and clouds). Beyond the house we enjoyed wine tasting, curling lessons, walking in the area, and together time in an igloo at Hop Lot in Suttons Bay. We appreciated the cleanliness, the ample bed sheets and blankets, the towels for showers and
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Stay

The owner of this house thought of everything! It was comfortable and clean. I can’t say enough good things! They responded quickly about a question we had with the checkout process. I would highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Nice family home

We enjoyed the house and the outdoor fire pit! Great for roasting marshmallows! Very quiet country area so must drive to everything. Do be prepared for steps, both outside and inside. House is well-equipped and attractive!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sweet Farmhouse

Sweet farmhouse, beautifully appointed while maintaining a cozy vibe. The View of the country road and meadow was amazing. Located right off a rolling country road at the base of the peninsula, short drives to TC, Empire and Suttons Bay. Hosts provided detailed guidebook for eats, hikes and were quick to follow up on questions. Thank you .
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Christmas in Cedar

Our family decided to do a little Northern Pre-Christmas. This updated farmhouse was amazing in every aspect. We were pleasantly surprised with the size of every room and extra spaces. The cleanliness, decor, amenities, all top notch. It was the perfect degree of seclusion. Close enough to town and the main road, other homes to be seen yet space in between. We will definitely plan on visiting again!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect fall weekend

Property was just as advertised and has all the things you could need. Location allowed you to feel away from everything but close drive to downtown traverse city and many wineries/breweries. We loved how the place was laid out and decorated, open space but felt super cozy. Kitchen was well stocked and host left some nice touches (bottle of wine, coffee). The host was super responsive and flexible on check-in/out time which we really appreciated. Beautiful setting, nice fire outside at night and the fall colors were spectacular. It was a Pure Michigan weekend!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet get away, easy drive to Traverse/Leland/Northport

We needed a quiet get away for a long weekend. The house totally got the proverbial bill. It’s outside TC but not by a lot. It has a ton of property surrounding it. Very quiet and peaceful. Nice updates. I’m plenty of room. Hot tub could have albeen a little belt warmer. Very clean. We would certainly rent it again. Fall colors with freash cut agriculture would be beautiful l. Hosts were beyond awesome and communication was spot on
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ladies getaway....perfect!

This property is just lovely.....plenty of room and very updated and airy. The beds are comfy.....the kitchen and d.r. large and handy for preparing meals together and enjoying the open space. To sit in the living room and visit and have that big window with the beautiful view was our first thing to do in the morning and last thing at night....a beautiful gathering place. Everything was thought of from extra linens and towels to hairdryers and fully stocked kitchen. Btw, thank you for the bottle of local wine...very good! The location is excellent...quiet and private yet a short drive to town and to Sleeping Bear and other spots. Would love to visit again! Know that this place is exactly as presented in the pictures....just beautiful! Our family group ranged from a 22 year old to an 80 year old and we were all delighted with this choice.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It really is a cozy home on a beautiful lot. Great views of the farmlands!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a gem! We were looking for a comfortable home base between sleeping bear and TC and this was more than we could’ve asked. Every little detail was covered and we had a wonderful stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was the perfect house for our annual girls weekend, such a cozy cottage vibe. We had plenty of space for our needs and was secluded for a bit of privacy; but still close enough to Traverse City and Suttons Bay that there is plenty of fun things to do. We loved this little space and had a fantastic weekend!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Stay

We had a fabulous weekend staying at The Nest!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024