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Historic Top Floor Condo at the Grand Traverse Commons

Condo with a water park, near Lake Michigan

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Nestled in the historic Village at Grand Traverse Commons, this charming condo offers a cozy retreat for 2-4 guests. Unwind by the electric fireplace or enjoy the beautiful front covered porch with its inviting ambiance.

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10 out of 10
Exceptional

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1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 479 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning

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About this property

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

Historic Top Floor Condo at the Grand Traverse Commons

STEP INTO HISTORY! The Village at Grand Traverse Commons is an experience like no other. Formerly the Traverse City State Hospital--this marvel of preservation is now a bustling community of mixed commercial and residential uses.

I purchased this condo in 2017. It is located on the top (3rd) floor of Cottage 20. It is accessible by elevator and is also equipped with its own private washer and dryer.

The space is ideally suited for 2 people--but could accommodate 2 additional guests on the queen sized, memory foam sleeper sofa. This is a wonderful vantage point from which to explore the area. It is cozy, comfortable and equipped with everything you need to make your stay feel relaxed and carefree. There is an electric fireplace for added ambiance and warmth. Guests may also enjoy the gorgeous front covered porch.

Feel free to check out my other vrbo properties and reviews and book your trip with confidence:
Vrbo: 571434
Vrbo: 1306937

Please contact me if you have any questions. I take great pride in communicating with my guests and helping them to achieve a wonderful and memorable vacation.

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the condo: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Lift
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • In the city centre
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Casino nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Windsurfing 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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Garden
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • Recycling
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Unit size: 855 square feet
  • Water-efficient toilets

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

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

Rules

NO PETS ALLOWED, PET FREE HOME

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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 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

About the area

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Traverse City, MI

What's nearby

  • Village at Grand Traverse Commons - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Munson Healthcare - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Hickory Hills Ski Area - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Front Street - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Great Wolf Lodge Water Park - 4 min drive - 3.3 km

Getting around

  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪North Peak Brewing Company - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Folgarelli's Market & Wine Shop - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Historic Top Floor Condo at the Grand Traverse Commons pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Historic Top Floor Condo at the Grand Traverse Commons?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Historic Top Floor Condo at the Grand Traverse Commons?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historic Top Floor Condo at the Grand Traverse Commons?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Historic Top Floor Condo at the Grand Traverse Commons located?

Located in Grand Traverse Commons, this condo building is within 1 mi (2 km) of Left Foot Charley and Lake Michigan. Village at Grand Traverse Commons and Hippie Tree are also within 15 minutes.

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Historic Top Floor Condo at the Grand Traverse Commons Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 131 out of 141 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 141 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 141 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 141 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 141 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jean P.

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

Wonderful stay in Traverse City

This unit is beautiful and in such a fantastic location. Steps away from great restaurants. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay here. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay! Everything was perfect. The location is great and we were able to walk to a fabulous Italian restaurant. So very happy we were able to stay here!,,
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A great surprise. Loved everything about this property and location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Monica M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The directions on how to find the unit were very clear! The unit is adorable and a great location!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Alicia M.

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

Convenient & Cute!

My family of four enjoyed our stay in this cute apartment! The god out couch was comfortable for my two daughters (12 & 10), and the master bedroom had plenty of space, both in the room and closet. The bed mattress was a little firm for my taste, and the floors were very squeaky, but otherwise everything was great!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What an absolutely gorgeous condo! It was perfect in every way. I would give it 10 stars if possible.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Craig L., Grand rapids, mi

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

Great location

Loved the surrounding restaurants and stores.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Amy M.

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

Quick Weekend Stay

Overall our stay here was good. The only negative was that we could not figure out how to operate the remote/television and our host was not helpful—she wanted me to call the cable company to figure out the issue and that is not acceptable. A small thing: I’ve stayed previously at a couple of other properties at The Commons and this is the only property that didn’t have a binder of FAQ’s or information about the property (such as television troubleshooting). I’d suggest that to the owner.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

susan o.

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

Very nice condo a bit far from town.

Very cool with the history & shops, restaurants right on the grounds.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott S.

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

Great Location

The location for us was perfect and the place was clean, comfortbale and quiet
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anita S.

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

Great place in TC

Great place for w weekend trip to TC
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kent S.

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

Great Place

The property is great and the location is especially cool being in the re-developed former state hospital. Lots to do and see, and good dining options without getting in the car. Absolutely would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Keith M.

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

A unique historical property

This is a unique residence that embodies the history of the Traverse City State Hospital albeit with the modern amenities you would expect. The pictures in the listing are an accurate portrayal of the historical look of the interior and the decor is very well done. Furniture was comfortable, but the bed was a bit small. The unit has a Roku tv and the internet worked well. It is located near the center of the Grand Traverse Commons and the Mercado / restaurants are just a short walk away. The communication with the property manager was excellent. You should be aware that downtown Traverse City and the beaches are best reached by car from this location. Staying here was a novel experience compared to the many generic condos all over the city.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kolby M.

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

Great everything!

The perfect place for a few days in TC! Clean, well stocked, well equipped, great views, great location.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

William Christopher S.

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

Great spot in Traverse City!

Amazing condo on historic property! Beautiful unit a short walk away from two amazing Italian restaurants and a winery! Sally is an outstanding host and very responsive. Can’t wait to go back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori K.

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

Beautiful condo

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in this beautiful condo. It was spotless and had everything we needed for a 4 night stay. Our host was very responsive and made the check in process easy with her detailed instructions. The location was perfect with easy access to everything on our list. My husband and i highly recommend staying here and definitely plan on returning on our next trip to Michigan.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

leo E.

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

anniversary trip

We came in for the weekend for our 40th anniversary. Very convenient and we just love the campus of the old building. the room was very quiet and comfortable. Highly recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kerry K.

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

Fun getaway location

Beautiful condo with great vibe. Out of the way, but still close to enjoy downtown. Would recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erin B.

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

Perfect weekend getaway

My husband and I went to Traverse City for the weekend, and were so lucky to find this perfect little condo right in Grand Traverse Commons. The location was so convenient, we didn’t even have to drive anywhere the whole weekend! The condo was clean, comfy, and very cute, and the building was very quiet, which was wonderful. The weekend was phenomenal, and we would absolutely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marlyss S.

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

Authentic experience

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in this unique location. Be sure to take a tour of the property and you'll appreciate the rooms even more. We were able to use the living room as a second bedroom and still had enough room, There's plenty to do in and around the Villages and we stayed busy and engaged for several days!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael B.

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

Loved It!

Everything was wonderful!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

John W.

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

Perfect place, just outside of downtown TC

Amazing condo on the grounds of the former state hospital. We ran the Bayshore and it was a perfect landing spot. Highly recommend !
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Terri E.

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

Quiet part of town.

Found this little get away just prefect. We brought our bikes and enjoyed our rides around town
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

anne s.

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

Perfect place to visit

This is our second time visiting. Location is great. Enjoying shopping, dining, wonderful bakery for our morning coffee. The condo is very clean and well equipped. The owner is great to work with. You will not regret your stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Rikki B.

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

Midwinter Break

Beautiful condo with an amazing location. You are literally steps away from amazing shops and restaurants. We had 2 adults and 2 kids stay comfortabley in the condo.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024