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Lake Michigan Waterfront Retreat - Traverse City, MI

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At Lake Michigan Waterfront Retreat - Traverse City, MI, you can look forward to a firepit, a garden and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathrooms167 sq m

Popular amenities

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

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About this property

Lake Michigan Waterfront Retreat - Traverse City, MI

  • Experience a private Lake Michigan waterfront retreat that was a highly successful VRBO for 9 years—and is now back on the market. Many of our guests returned year after year, making this a favorite Northern Michigan getaway.
    This beautifully updated home offers 100 feet of West Bay frontage, providing the perfect setting to relax, unwind, and take in the stunning views. Ideally located along M-22 between Suttons Bay and Traverse City, the property is just 7 minutes from Traverse City and offers easy access to Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, Grand Traverse Bay, and Leelanau Peninsula for scenic drives, beaches, and outdoor adventures.
    The home features 3 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms, comfortably accommodating up to 6 guests. The main floor includes a spacious primary suite with a private en suite bathroom and walk-in shower. Upstairs, you’ll find two large bedrooms and a shared full bath—perfect for families or small groups.
    Enjoy the open, updated kitchen equipped with everything you need for dining in or entertaining, along with a bright and inviting living space. Additional conveniences include high-speed WiFi, air conditioning, and an in-home laundry area.
    Take full advantage of the outdoor living spaces—relax on the front porch, unwind on the large back deck, or gather around the firepit for a memorable evening by the lake.
    Important Notes
    No pets allowed. This policy is strictly enforced due to guest allergies. Violation may result in additional cleaning fees or loss of deposit.
    This is a private home in a natural lakeside setting; conditions such as weather and water levels may vary during your stay.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

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

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Lift
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Completely non- smoking home!

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake
  • On the bay

Things to do

  • Optional golf privileges
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,800 square feet

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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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Parties and groups or more then 8 are not allowed inside or outside the residence.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Completely non- smoking home!

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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

Located in Traverse City, this holiday home is on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Traverse City Beach. Great Lakes Children's Museum and Great Wolf Lodge Water Park are also worth visiting. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or try out other outdoor activities such as sledging and ice skating. Visit our Traverse City travel guide
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Traverse City, MI

What's nearby

  • A slice of fruit crumble pie on a glass plate with a coffee cup in the background.
    Front Street
    11 min drive - 13.0 km
  • A coastal town with a large body of water, dense residential area, and a prominent church.
    Traverse City Beach
    18 min drive - 20.6 km
  • Brengman Brothers
    3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Village at Grand Traverse Commons
    13 min drive - 13.7 km
  • Great Wolf Lodge Water Park
    17 min drive - 17.3 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Water Bearer Coffee
    9 min drive
  • North Peak Brewing Company
    9 min drive
  • The Tasting Room
    9 min drive
  • Lil Bo
    9 min drive
  • Barrio
    10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lake Michigan Waterfront Retreat - Traverse City, MI pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Lake Michigan Waterfront Retreat - Traverse City, MI?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Lake Michigan Waterfront Retreat - Traverse City, MI?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lake Michigan Waterfront Retreat - Traverse City, MI?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Lake Michigan Waterfront Retreat - Traverse City, MI located?

Situated near the bay, this holiday home is steps away from Grand Traverse Bay and Lake Michigan. Brengman Brothers is 1.3 mi (2.1 km) away.

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