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Family-Friendly Apart. Walk to Beach + Downtown - #3

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At the base of Old Mission Peninsula, this 2-bedroom suite offers a relaxing retreat. Live like a local and enjoy sandy beaches, coffee shops, and restaurants within walking distance. With kitchenette amenities like Keurig coffee maker and wine glasses for after your Peninsula wine tour.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Barbecue

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About this property

Family-Friendly Apart. Walk to Beach + Downtown - #3

Enjoy a relaxing, family-friendly stay just steps from the beach and minutes from downtown. This private apartment is located at the base of Old Mission Peninsula, giving you easy access to outdoor adventures, local attractions, wine tasting, and everything Traverse City has to offer. Perfect for families looking for a clean, comfortable, and convenient home base.

This private apartment is designed with families in mind—simple, comfortable, and easy to settle into:
- Separate bedrooms for privacy and better sleep
- Comfortable living space for relaxing after a full day
- Smart TVs with Roku (great for kids’ downtime or family movie nights)
- Full bathroom with tub/shower combo—ideal for younger guests
- Separate entrance for easy access with kids, gear, and strollers
- Kitchenette great for simple meals - Keurig, electric fry pan, toaster, microwave, refrigerator (no oven/stove top)

Outdoor amenities (shared with the building):
- Charcoal grill
- Picnic table for casual family meals
- Bike rack available

Parking:
-Free, on-site parking with easy access from the rear alley
-Plenty of space for multiple vehicles

Ideal Location for Families. Everything you need for a fun, low-stress trip is close by.

Walkable & Nearby:
- Bryant Park Beach (2 blocks away – great for kids)
- TART Trail (perfect for biking, walking, and strollers)
Short Drive:
- Downtown Traverse City (restaurants, shops, ice cream, and more)
- Parks, playgrounds, and waterfront areas

Family Activities. There’s no shortage of things to do for all ages:
-Beach days on Grand Traverse Bay
-Bike rides along the TART Trail
-Kayaking or paddleboarding
-Sleeping Bear Dunes day trip
-Cherry Bowl Drive-In for a fun, nostalgic movie night
-Traverse City Pit Spitters baseball games

Easy Meals & Dining:
-Quick access to family-friendly restaurants
-Many local spots offer takeout and delivery
-Farmers markets and nearby groceries for simple meal prep

Good to Know:
-Private apartment within a home that includes 3 separate apartments
-Shared main building entry (used only by host for basement access)
-Separate lower-level office space and other apartments all with own entrances
-Quiet, residential setting

Traveling with extended family?
We can accommodate up to 18 guests across all apartments—reach out for details.

Cleanliness You Can Count On:
-We take extra care to provide a clean and safe environment for families:
-Thorough cleaning followed by detailed disinfection
-High-touch surfaces sanitized
-Fresh linens and towels laundered with disinfectant
-Apartment aired out between guests
-Final inspection before each arrival

Why Families Love Staying Here:
-Walkable to the beach (huge with kids)
-Easy parking and simple access
-Quiet location but close to everything
-Comfortable setup for relaxing after busy days

Whether you're planning beach days, outdoor adventures, or just quality family time, this apartment makes it easy to enjoy your stay.

We are licensed by the City of Traverse City - VHR43-2026. We do have a building sprinkler system and smoke/carbon monoxide detectors. Also for the safety and security of our guests we do have 5 security cameras on the exterior of the building. These cameras capture views of the parking lot and exterior views of the building only.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Ski

  • Close to skiing
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchenette

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Alarm clock
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV with cable channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city centre
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Basketball nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Winery tours 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

General

  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 20

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance
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

Rules

Be respectful of other guests and neighbors by limiting noise after 10:00.
No vaping inside.

Access methods

Private entrance

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: The apartment is not child-proofed.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 and a first aid kit
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

About the area

Located on a lake, this apartment is in Oak Park, a neighbourhood in Traverse City. Shoppers can check out Front Street, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Lake Michigan and Traverse City Beach. Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf and Great Lakes Children's Museum are also worth visiting. Enjoy the area's slopes with snowboarding and skiing, and don't miss out on the ice skating and sledging. Visit our Traverse City travel guide
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Traverse City, MI

What's nearby

  • Front Street
    Front Street
    1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Clinch Park Beach
    Clinch Park Beach
    15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Bryant Park
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • The Dennos Museum Center
    10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Traverse City Visitor Center
    3 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    10 min walk
  • Starbucks
    4 min walk
  • KFC
    9 min walk
  • Jimmy John's
    6 min walk
  • Bubba's
    16 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Family-Friendly Apart. Walk to Beach + Downtown - #3 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Family-Friendly Apart. Walk to Beach + Downtown - #3?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Family-Friendly Apart. Walk to Beach + Downtown - #3?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Family-Friendly Apart. Walk to Beach + Downtown - #3?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Family-Friendly Apart. Walk to Beach + Downtown - #3 located?

Located in Oak Park, this apartment building is within 1 mi (2 km) of Front Street and Lake Michigan. Bryant Park and The Dennos Museum Center are also within 15 minutes.

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Family-Friendly Apart. Walk to Beach + Downtown - #3 Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 105 out of 110 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 110 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 110 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 110 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 110 reviews

10

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Angela I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The perfect place for our family of four. Great location and super clean!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Anna W.

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

Great stay

This was an excellent location. Clean, comfortable, easy access.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marc K.

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

Nice place for your family

We enjoyed all of the little touches to include the fresh baked chocolate chip cookies. The stay was very comfortable and was good for our family of all ages.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alexander Z.

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

Amazing short stay in Traverse City

We had an amazing time, the apartment is clean and in perfect location. The communication with the owner was seamless, too! Thank you so much!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dan S.

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

Wonderful peaceful space

We loved this property. It was a great homebase for all of our up north excursions! The property owner thought of everything needed for a smooth, comfortable stay. We would definately stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan K.

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

Fall in traverse city

It was a great location, near to the water and traverse city, but on a quite street.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jaimee K.

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

Wonderful Stay

Lovely upstairs apartment with plenty of space for you and your family to enjoy time in Traverse City. Conveniently located for shopping, dining and access to wine tasting on the two peninsulas. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jaime S.

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

Great Location

This our second year staying at this rental. The location just minutes from downtown can't be beat! Clean, adaptable sleeping arrangements, and great support from the owner. I'm already looking forward to booking again next year!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Catherine K.

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

Comforts of Home!

Everything about this place was wonderful. Every detail well thought out. Thank you for providing such a comfortable stay for us.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sydney B.

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

Family Weekend

We loved our stay in Traverse City! The apartment was very clean and comfy. Thank you so much!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tammy L.

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

Fourth of July long weekend

What a great VRBO!! Very comfortable. Perfect size for a small family. Had everything we needed. And the sheets and towels were luxuriously soft.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jasmine H.

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

The best rental!

All the thoughtful extras really made this one of our best rental experiences ever! We were so comfortable and cozy in this little apartment, complete with fall themed decor. Highly recommend!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wendy F.

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

Trip to Traverse City

Very nice. Not too fancy, super clean and well located
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cecelia T.

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

Cozy!

Cozy upper level apartment, 2 spacious bedrooms, several skylights that add a nice ambiance to the rooms, not to mention the sweet treats awaiting us upon arrival….everything you could ever ask for!! Location was near restaurants, beaches, wineries and shopping. Had an enjoyable stay!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda V.

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

Super clean and comfortable

The apartment looked recently renovated, very clean and the host thought of every comfort, from cookies to coffee and cream. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lorenzo B.

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

Great place to stay!

Stacey did an amazing job of communicating, responding quickly, and making the whole process smooth. Her attention to detail in the property was exquisite, from the coordinated decor, to property and local info, to supplies and amenities in the apartment. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew H.

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

Nice and quiet location.

While located close to downtown and main drag, its tucked away nicely for easy access and a quiet environment. Our unit was spotless, Stacey was great to work with, and all of the details before and within the unit were well defined and easy to follow. Great option instead of a hotel and will be looking to book again for future travel.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Phil T.

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

Short break.,.ideal accommodation

Very clean. Very well equipped. Thoughtful touches like bathroom supplies, plenty coffee, snacks, information leaflets and maps.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeff K.

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

Best place in Traverse City

Everything was exactly like described, and so much more. This rental is extremely clean and inviting to anyone that wants to explore Traverse City. Great location to everything. The owners are AMAZING and will make sure that you have everything you need to enjoy your stay. I would give it 10 stars if i could!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

kay m.

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

Just what we were looking for…

We wanted to stay somewhere close to the wineries for our girls trip. This location was the perfect spot for us! It was everything the write up lists and more! It’s the little things they provided that made our stay that much better. Thank you for making our vacation even better!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joe K.

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

Wine trip

This was a great place,close to everything, spotless clean, easy access.Stacy thought of everything you may need. Coffee,homemade cookies, snacks, breakfast items, and water. I have stayed here before and will stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Ann B.

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

Fabulous location

Property was super clean and close to amenities. Nice kitchenette and bedding. Would have liked some luggage table in the bedrooms to hold belongings. Hooks were great but needed a place to place belongings. despite that suggestion, it was a great place to stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marla H.

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

Convenient

We decided to make a stop over for the night in Traverse City since we haven’t been in the area in many years. We enjoyed the day visiting Suttons Bay, Northport and Leland. We were able to check in relax and then have dinner at a wonderful restaurant in the Mission Peninsula. The apartment was really convenient to all the areas.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lauren H.

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

Short get away

The property was clean and well stocked with items needed! The property was close to restaurants and shopping downtown. Despite road conditions for construction, it was still really easy to navigate. Actually gave us the opportunity to see the gorgeous houses on the side roads! Loved this place and will come again. Also really spacious if there were more of us!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay P.

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

Amazing rental and wonderful host!

I booked this rental my family and in-laws. From the start, my situation got complicated but Stacy was so helpful and accommodating. The location is less than a mile from downtown Traverse City and 3 blocks from a great small beach and playground -the location is perfect. I would recommend to anyone, maybe not with the whole extended family next time 😉
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024