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Papa's place, nestled in Interlochen, Michigan, is just minutes from Interlochen State Park and the renowned Interlochen Arts Academy. Enjoy easy access to nearby lakes within a 10-minute radius in any direction. Close proximity to Traverse City and Sleeping Bear Dunes National Park also offer endless opportunities for outdoor adventure.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10139 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Papa’s place

Papa’s place is located in interlochen Michigan 5 minutes from the interlochen state park and the Interlochen Arts Academy, their is a lake within 10 minutes of Papa’s place no matter which direction you go. We are only 15 minutes from Traverse City and about 30 minutes from the sleeping Bear sand dunes National park, we are about 20 minutes from Crystal Mountain ski resort. There are snowmobile and hiking trails close by,

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Gravel flooring in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • In-room accessibility
  • No lift
  • Single level property
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: You may smoke outside

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,500 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Minimum check-in age - 22

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:

Load and start the dishwasher

Strip any used beds

Take out the rubbish

Lock the doors

Please put a load of used towels in the washer and start.

Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

If you smoke in house you will be charged a 500.00 cleaning fee!

Pets

Pets are allowed

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Welcoming dogs only

2 total pets

Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Note from host: Up to two dogs for an extra fee

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

You may smoke outside

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Located in Interlochen, this holiday home is in a rural area. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Interlochen State Park, while Kresge Auditorium and Lake Ann Historical Society Museum are cultural highlights. Travelling with kids? Consider Interlochen Center for the Arts and Burnett Park. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking. Visit our Interlochen travel guide
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Interlochen, MI

What's nearby

  • Front Street
    Front Street
    21 min drive - 29.5 km
  • Lake cabins abandoned on coast during winter with frozen lake
    Crystal Mountain
    24 min drive - 38.8 km
  • Aerial view of Petoskey and Little Traverse Bay, Michigan
    Traverse City Beach
    27 min drive - 36.7 km
  • The drop off at Torch Lake in northern Michigan; Shutterstock ID 748887706; purchase_order: SP-1269 HA 2018 Batch 1; Order: ; client: ; other:
    Torch Lake
    54 min drive - 78.2 km
  • Interlochen Center for the Arts
    10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Oaky’s Tavern
    3 min drive
  • Incredible Mo's
    9 min drive
  • Dilbert's Cafe
    2 min drive
  • Lake Ann Brewing Company
    13 min drive
  • Sauce
    9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Papa’s place pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Papa’s place ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Papa’s place ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Papa’s place ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Papa’s place located?

This family-friendly Interlochen holiday home is located in a rural location, within 2 mi (3 km) of Interlochen Center for the Arts and Interlochen Golf Club. Interlochen State Park and Kresge Auditorium are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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Papa’s place Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 16 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 16 reviews

10

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie M.

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

Fabulous place to call home

Papa's Place exceeded expectations! Fully equipped, ample space inside, and extras like snacks and s'mores makings. Can't wait to come back - already booked. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lynnette U.

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

Wedding Weekend

We have rented several homes through VRBO and can honestly say this was the best experience we’ve ever had! The house was so welcoming, well stocked and very clean. John was great to work with and check in was a breeze. We highly recommend Papa’s place.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gwen R.

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

Unexpected charm

The property was clean, cutely adorned and filled with thoughtful amenities. Very good place for dogs. Definitely recommend this place if one is looking to stay in the area. .
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy B.

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

Great stay!

Pappa’s was a perfect place for us to stay during our weekend family celebration.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jake S.

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

Great home, great hosts!

The property exceeded all expectations. The hosts take great care of the home and it's guests. Don't hesitate, you won't regret booking this one!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

DEAN L.

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

Perfect for our trip

Great property, easy communications, clean place. Well appointed. We would recommend!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ralph D.

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

Great New Year Vacation

We enjoyed our stay immensely at Papa's Place. Our children enjoyed all the snacks and coffee that were given to us when we arrived. You guys made this place feel like home. Every amenity we could have wanted and more were there waiting for us. We look forward to our next trip to Papas Place.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tim R.

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

Ski/hike/Traverse City

Outstanding cleanliness and welcoming touches provided by host. Great little home for family and dogs. Above and beyond, one of our favorite rentals. Very convenient 15-20 min to Crystal, Sleeping Bear Dunes, and Traverse City.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jim R.

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

Had a wonderful time!

My family and dogs loved Papa’s ,s Place! The house was perfect as described, and very clean. The dogs loved the open outside area. The location was great to go on bicycle trips, canoeing and centrally located for the activities we had planned. John responded quickly to any questions throughout the process.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cristiane B.

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

Family Vacation

A total of 8 family members, all 40+ yo, stayed for 8 nights and everything was great! The house was nice, clean and welcoming. John responded quickly to any of our questions and made us feel "at home." The large open yard gave us and our dogs plenty of room to do a variety of activities on-site. Excellent experience overall...Thanks!!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kay R.

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

Fantastic home away from home

We had a great 5 night stay at Papa’s Place. The house is truly a home. Has a great floor plan, lots of space. The kitchen had everything we needed & then some. The extra touches provided by the Kennedy’s were greatly appreciated. They truly want you to feel at home. The entire house was spotless. Nice towels, lines, pots & pans, dishes. Our favorite space was the patio. It is truly relaxing. We sat outside at night for hours John quickly responded to any questions. We also loved the location. You will not be disappointed with this rental. Much thanks to John & Connie
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Miles G.

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

Great house, great hosts

We had a great time at this clean and well-prepared home. Absolutely zero complaints. Plenty of towels and amenities for us and even snacks.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl T.

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

Felt right at home

Seemless from start to finish. Great communication. A huge property made for peace and quiet. Super clean, new, decorated in a cute modern industrial country was right up my alley. Felt so homey, plenty of puzzles, books, treats! (My kids thank you!) and they even included the dogs. First vacation that I actually said “bye, house, I’m gonna miss you”.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carol O.

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

Pause and Regroup at Papa’s Place

This property was even better than advertised. The property owner allowed us to check in early since I have a medical condition which requires access to an outlet. The property has clearly gone through a recent renovation and the attention to detail is obvious in every room. There are three bedrooms and two full baths, a very nice kitchen, dining room and a side den. There are 5 televisions. Outdoors is a fire pit, a very large yard, picnic benches, a very nice deck, and an outdoor grill. The property is extremely clean and obviously well-maintained. It is just minutes from Interlochen Center for the Arts and close to a grocery store and restaurants. We love Bud’s and the Hofbrau!! Papa’s Place is well-stocked with everything you would need to cook, and the owner provides a Wide variety of snacks for free for his guests. We had a lovely time at Papa’s Place and hope to come back next summer !!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Barbara M.

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

Very clean! Everything that we needed !

Very friendly owners ! Great time !!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Veronica R.

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

Amazing

We throughly enjoyed staying at Papa’s place. Everything was so nice and neat when we arrived. It was a perfect set up with snacks and everything we needed. The kids all enjoyed running around outside and playing on the play set. We had a wonderful weekend. If we come back up this way again, we will be booking Papa’s Place again .
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021