On beautiful Bass Lake, this peaceful retreat offers a serene escape from the city. Enjoy lake views from the main level living room and kitchen/dining area, unwind in the sauna room with a single hide-a-bed and patio access, or take advantage of high-speed internet and WiFi for seamless connection.
Reviews
1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
3 bedrooms2 bathrooms133 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free Wi-Fi
Air-conditioning
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About this property
Traverse City Lake Front w/ Fireplace, Sauna, & Kayaks. Dogs welcome. June Avail
A hidden gem on beautiful Bass Lake minutes from downtown Traverse City. Nestled in a quiet cove on 2 lots with amazing sunset views and star lit skies for a truly peaceful experience with plenty of room to stretch out. It's stocked with more than everything you need so you can relax enjoy your stay. It is a 2 level home with 3 bedrooms, 1-3/4 baths, sauna, fireplace, 28' x 10' deck on the lakeside, and a 2-1/2 car garage. There are 3 Kayaks, a Paddle Board, Canoe, & Paddle Boat all there for you to use. Flat screen tv's & cable in every bedroom, High speed internet (1 GBPS), WiFi, and washer & dryer are all provided.
Bass lake is an all sports lake but its not to busy which makes it great for fishing (poles onsite), kayaking, and boating (pontoon available if interested). Go fishing, swimming, or just float around. There is a beach with a firepit and a very nice dock right out from the deck. The bottom does get soft after you get out a ways in the water.
The main level of this house features the living room and kitchen / dining area. This space has amazing lake views. Full kitchen with dishwasher offers everything you need to prepare meals. The main level also has a bedroom with a queen bed and a sauna room attached. In the sauna room there is a sauna and sitting area with a large patio right outside.
The second floor has two bedrooms and a bathroom. The lakeside bedroom has 2 queen beds with a balcony that over looks the lake a the large deck below. the other bedroom has a queen bed also.
For mobility challenged quests, there are ramps we can put out prior to your stay that will access the home and the large lakeside deck. With the main floor bedroom and a bathroom that is equipped with tile shower with bench. However the bathroom is not fully wheelchair accessible, it does however offer some safety features like grab bars.
This location is only 10 minutes to the downtown area where there is plenty of shopping and dining. Go to one of the many wineries or even on one of the wine tastings. Craft beer has really blown up in the area and there are many breweries to choose from. There are air balloon rides, parasailing, and sailing cruises. Interlochen center for the arts is close by along with many other various nature trails and parks. The area has so much to offer.
Property amenities
Beach
On the beach
Beach loungers
Beach towels
Ski
Cross-country skiing nearby
Snowboarding nearby
Pool/Spa
Massage
Sauna
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Car required
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
Onsite parking options include a garage
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee grinder
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Hob
Ice maker
Kitchen island
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster
Water dispenser
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1.5 bathrooms
Bathtub
Hair dryer
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Fireplace
Living room
Separate dining area
Entertainment
DVD player
Games
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Barbecue grill
Firepit
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Welcoming dogs only
Up to 23 kg per pet
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
3 accessible parking spaces
Area rugs in public areas
Front entrance ramp
Handrails in stairways (91 centimetre high)
Hardwood flooring in public areas
In-room accessibility
Tile flooring in public areas
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible van parking
Designated smoking areas
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In a rural location
Near a health/beauty spa
Near a hospital
Near an outlet shopping centre
Near the marina
On a lake
On the waterfront
Things to do
Boat
Kayak
Paddleboard
Water sports equipment
Birdwatching nearby
Casino nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Parasailing nearby
Sailing nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Sledding nearby
Snorkelling nearby
Snowmobiling nearby
Swimming nearby
Water skiing nearby
Wildlife walks 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)
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
A $100.00 cleaning deposit it part of the $500 Damage deposit ($400 damage and $100 cleaning) secured by VBRO. Follow the posted check list and the $
Up to 2 dogs are welcome but absolutely no pit bulls or pit mixes.
1 week minimum (per Township Ordinance) rentals go from Sunday to Sunday.
Pets
Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 23 kg per pet)
Note from host: Maximum of 2 dogs please.
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Note from host: Any age child is welcome. They do count as a guest
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking allowed: in designated areas
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
Property Registration Number 002986
We should mention
A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Located in Traverse City, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the beach. 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, or check out an event or a game at Turtle Creek Stadium. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or try out other outdoor activities such as snowmobiling and sledging. Visit our Traverse City travel guide
Is Traverse City Lake Front w/ Fireplace, Sauna, & Kayaks. Dogs welcome. June Avail pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.
How much is parking at Traverse City Lake Front w/ Fireplace, Sauna, & Kayaks. Dogs welcome. June Avail?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Traverse City Lake Front w/ Fireplace, Sauna, & Kayaks. Dogs welcome. June Avail?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Traverse City Lake Front w/ Fireplace, Sauna, & Kayaks. Dogs welcome. June Avail?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Traverse City Lake Front w/ Fireplace, Sauna, & Kayaks. Dogs welcome. June Avail located?
This Traverse City holiday home is on the beach, steps from Bass Lake and within 6 mi (10 km) of The Crown Golf Club and Grand Traverse Mall. Lake Michigan and West End Beach are also within 9 miles (15 km).
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Traverse City Lake Front w/ Fireplace, Sauna, & Kayaks. Dogs welcome. June Avail Reviews
Reviews
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This cottage is so cute, clean, very well stocked and comfortable! Sean makes it super easy with check in and check out and clear instructions and rules for the week. The cottage and property were well maintained. It really was the most relaxing vacation we have ever had. Great for all age groups. We will definitely go back for another stay!
Everything was great. The house was impeccable clean and stocked with all essentials. And Sean/host contacted me, and everything was super low stress. Definitely recommend!
Beautiful home and location. Very well kept. Not lacking for anything. All rules spelled out and very clear. Very much enjoyed our stay and Hosts were personable and kind. Highly recommend this unit.
We loved everything about this property. It had just about everything we could have wanted for a peaceful week on the lake. The kayaks, paddleboard, canoe, and pedal boat were great to have available. We loved the various out-door seats to relax in, and the deck was great for chilling and enjoying some family meals. The property is well-maintained and obviously cared for!
Cottage was comfortable, clean and had everything we needed. Large yard offered several seating areas including fire pit, swing by water, deck with table and patio outside of sauna. Fishing was great. Location was perfect, quiet yet close to restaurants and TC. Will definitely consider a return rental.
Our second stay at bass lake was even better than the first one which was great. There is now a pontoon available to rent which makes it very convenient. The house has everything you could possibly need. Sunsets on the lake are beautiful. And the massage chair is a real nice touch. Thanks Sean, will see you again.
Our stay was great. We arrived for check in greeted by Sean the outer the lodge and property we great we had a wonderful view. We discovered a problem with the refrigerator and Sean was there the next day to move a replacement in overall the facilities we great and Sean was great. I will consider returning in the future and recommend it to friends and family
We stayed at "Lake House" with small group aged 9-85. Everyone loved our stay. The house is clean, comfortable, and exceptionally well-stocked. Sean is an excellent host who communicated with us extremely well. He clearly loves the house and works hard to provide a first-rate experience for his guests.
Thanks Sean! I'm pretty sure you'll see us again.
We absolutely loved our stay at this wonderful cottage. It was very close to Traverse City and it was on the peaceful bass lake. The Cottage itself for spotless and Full of everything you needed for enjoyable day. The Cottage had pontoon boat, kayaks, paddle boat and paddleboard. We couldn't have asked for more! Sean was really easy to reach and answered our calls we had any problems. Will will absolutely be coming to the cottage again! We had a great time!
We had the pleasure of staying for a week at Lakeside Way in September 2025. The home was spotless, inside and out. The kitchen was fully stocked, Sean even went as far as supplying us with basic kitchen and bath needs (hand soap, dish soap, garbage bags, aluminum foil, etc.). The location of the home was fantastic! It is located at the end of a private street, off of Bass Lake, and only 15 minutes from Traverse City (the best of both worlds). The lake water is so clean that you can actually see the bottom of the lake. The host provided lots of amenities, such as a kite board, canoe, paddle board, and kayaks. We also enjoyed the in-house sauna. We are grateful that the host was kind enough to share his lovely home with us. We plan on having another family reunion next year, and we will return to Lakeside Way!
Another great stay! We love this location so much and will likely plan a future stay here again. I can't say anything bad about this property. Communication wuth Sean was easy and helpful. Thanks!!!
We enjoyed staying here so much! The house is impressively clean, comfortable, and well-equipped, and the location is beautiful, peaceful, and fun. We would definitely go back!
The house and property were everything promised and more! It was all we could do to pry our kids away from the private beach to go out on day trips to all of the area attractions. It would be difficult to overstate how much we enjoyed our stay. Well done, and thank you!
The inside isn’t anything flashy, but is clean and as pictured. We loved the beach and the kids had a blast with the paddle board and other water toys. About 8-10 feet off the beach is becomes soft bottomed so you really had to float on something, but other than that it was perfect. Good location to get to other things to do also. The hosts were incredibly nice and helpful as well, made us feel very welcome. We had a great time!
Our stay at Bass Lake was great overall. The place is clean, well stocked with necessities and has an amazing lake view. I will mention that this lake isn’t a swimming lake as the bottom is super soft, but the fishing, kayaking and pontoon trips made up for it! A great week!
We loved our stay and will definitely look into staying here again. The host Sean provides everything needed to enjoy this peaceful piece of paradise. Our 2 year old grandson enjoyed playing on the beach and catching his first fish from the dock while mom, dad, grandma, and grandpa took turns using the kayaks, peddle boat, paddle board, or relaxing in the sun or shade with our 2 month old grandson. This is what you think of when you’re thinking “Up North” Michigan.
We had an awesome stay! The property was well equipped with everything we needed both inside and out. The home was clean and well stocked. We enjoyed all the outside toys, kayaks, paddle boat, hammock, and the dock for fishing. We rented a pontoon boat for our stay and enjoyed boating around the quiet lake, fishing, and stops at the sand bar. The sunsets were beautiful! We also enjoyed the fire pits and making s’mores. We will absolutely be back hopefully next summer.
Kurt K.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Tracy R.
11 Aug 2018
Excellent location great accommodations!!
Sean and Nicole were fantastic hosts. Met us as soon as we pulled up. Showed us around. The house very clean very well stocked with everything you would need. Just minutes from TC and local grocery store. Lake is very quiet, not a lot of boat traffic at all which was great we rented a jet ski for a couple days from TC Watersports.
If your looking to book you will not be disappointed with this place at all!!!
Thanks again Sean and Nicole