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2 Blocks to beach, downtown. Sleeps 12. Porch, Deck, Fire Pit

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Beach nearby, sun loungers, beach towels
Outdoor dining
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Beach nearby, sun loungers, beach towels
Golf

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12279 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer

About this property

Entire place

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

2 Blocks to beach, downtown. Sleeps 12. Porch, Deck, Fire Pit

Enjoy lake life, up north outings and a family friendly small town! We have the best location--2 blocks to beach and downtown restaurants, shopping and dining! 3 parking spaces, great wrap around porch, deck, updated kitchen and fun extras like corn hole and fire pit! Elk Rapids is the perfect escape, a walking town with a wonderful main street and beautiful beach and playground on Grand Traverse Bay. We are also conveniently located to Traverse City, Torch Lake, Charlevoix and more for day trips!

Our home is one of the largest in Elk Rapids so everyone can have some personal space when needed. The second floor has 3 Bedrooms each with a queen bed, one of which has an additional sitting area with futon and TV. The 3rd floor has 4 twin beds, futon and TV. With the 3 bedrooms and the entire 3rd floor space, the home easily sleeps 10 and with the futons you can sleep up to 12.

Elk Rapids is the perfect escape, a walking town with a wonderful main street full of unique small shops, movie theatre and dining options, from the popular Towne Pub to Cellar 152 with its craft beer and wine to the new gourmet Pizza place, there is something for everyone.

If you are an equestrian, you can't find a better location for the Great Lakes Equestrian Festival held in June, July, August and September. An easy 15 minute drive will get you to the show with no traffic!

If you want to explore, Elk Rapids is centrally located for so many great Up North adventures year round. Traverse City is just a short drive with great events, shopping, mini golf and dining. If you are a wine drinker the Old Mission and Lelanau peninsula's offer a large number of wineries and tasting facilities. Nearby Torch Lake is perfect for renting a boat and enjoying this #3 most beautiful lake in the world! Charlevoix and Petoskey are less than an hour away, where you can check out the mushroom homes and Petoskey stones! And the famous Great Bear Dunes will give you a view and a challenge like no other!

Nothing renews the soul like a change of scenery. so treat yourself to a getaway that has something for everyone!

Boring but necessary details: We require all renters to be 25 years of age or older. Short term rental agreement required. 50% of rental due at time of reservation. Balance due 30 days before stay. Full refund if cancelled 60 days prior to first day of rental period. 50% refund if cancelled 30 days prior to first day of rental period. No refunds if cancelled less than 30 days prior to the first day of the rental period. Rental period during the peak season, June-August, is weekly from Sunday--Sunday. Check in at 4:00 p.m., check out at 10:00 a.m. During the off-season we allow weekend rentals (minimum 2 days) and we provide extended check in/out timing: check in is 1pm and check out is 4pm to allow you to make the most of your weekend get aways!

Property manager

Monica Toomey

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

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

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • On a lake

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
  • Property does not allow children
  • Unit size: 3,000 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated 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

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About the neighborhood

Map
Elk Rapids, MI

What's nearby

  • Elk Lake - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Elk Rapids Golf Club - 4 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Torch Lake - 14 min drive - 12.2 km
  • Torch Lake Park - 23 min drive - 22.7 km
  • Chateau Chantal - 44 min drive - 45.6 km

Getting around

  • Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Oasis Red Bull Tavern - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Pearls New Orlean Kitchen - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Peninsula Grill - ‬36 min drive
  • ‪Jolly Pumpkin - ‬38 min drive
  • ‪Chef Charles - ‬5 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is 2 Blocks to beach, downtown. Sleeps 12. Porch, Deck, Fire Pit pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at 2 Blocks to beach, downtown. Sleeps 12. Porch, Deck, Fire Pit ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 2 Blocks to beach, downtown. Sleeps 12. Porch, Deck, Fire Pit ?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is 2 Blocks to beach, downtown. Sleeps 12. Porch, Deck, Fire Pit located?

Located in the heart of Elk Rapids, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Elk Lake and Lake Michigan. Twisted Fish Gallery and Elk Rapids Golf Club are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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2 Blocks to beach, downtown. Sleeps 12. Porch, Deck, Fire Pit Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 48 out of 49 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 49 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 49 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 49 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 49 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

John S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great birthday celebration!
Used the property as the base for a birthday celebration in the downtown district. Great location, and outstanding service by property manager!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Golf Trip
Great time in the ER area; wonderful house with lots of space, situated close to downtown, making it an easy walk to restaurants / bars.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, cute town!
Stayed for an annual girls trip to Traverse City/Torch lake and it was a good location for both! We enjoyed our stay, very walkable neighborhood close to some restaurants. Monica was helpful and our stay was great! We will try to return next year as well!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ruth C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
Nice house located close to beach and downtown.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matteo C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wedding Weekend
We invited friends from out of town to stay at this property during our wedding weekend in Elk Rapids and all had a phenomenal time! There were enough places to sleep for all of us, and the quality of the space made everyone feel they were staying somewhere special. The Toomeys maintain their home very well and there was a delightful amount of space to sit on the porch or inside and catch up with loved ones. Would absolutely stay here again if given the opportunity!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

John B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved the house and the location. The owner was very accommodating.
Had a great family reunion week!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Julie J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gorgeous, welcoming home in perfect location!
My family and I loved our stay in this beautiful home! There was plenty of space for all of us (5 adults) with room to spare. The kitchen had everything we needed, and the dining room had a large table that could easily accommodate everyone for a sit down dinner. All of the rooms were very comfortable with many thoughtful details. We loved sitting on the front porch reading and watching the world go by. The public beach and the shops and restaurants of River Street were just a couple of blocks away, and we walked there several times a day. We highly recommend this home and hope to rent it again next summer.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kara B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Girls Weekend getaway
Had a great experience at this property! Had eight girls stay at this house: aged 21-32 years of age for a weekend getaway. Would go again! Thank you !
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Colleen H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Elk Rapids
Beautiful, roomy historic house! Great host with quick follow-up.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Sean B.

Great location, amazing house!
We had 9 guys stay here over the weekend. Everyone had beds and this house worked out perfectly! $20-30 Uber/lyft from Traverse City and walking distance to the lake and a beach! Great location, even better house, thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

JEFFREY C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The perfect retreat
From reviewing the listing to first and last communication this experience was perfect. We will return.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Keith S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Golf Trip
Excellent host and rental for our group of 12 guys. Monica’s communication from start to finish was great and everything was what we expected. Would recommend to any large group.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

John S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Summer fun in Elk Rapids
Can't say enough about our week at this Elk Rapids home! The home has such a comfortable beach "vibe." Ample room for all, clean, well stocked with the basic necessities. If you're looking for something walking distance to town, the beach, activities for the kids...you've found it!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Anna M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a great property to stay at!
Monica from start to finish was amazing and super accommodating. The house is gorgeous, super spacious for everyone. Monica’s family has thought of everything so just bring your self, clothes and toiletries. The town and beach are a short 2 block walk, kids were safe riding bike everywhere. Short drive to TC with all kids of things to do. So happy we booked and look forward to booking again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Maribeth M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Stay
We were a large group in town Memorial Day Weekend for the Bayshore races. Monica’s home is incredibly charming, well-appointed and in a great location in Elk Rapids. There was enough room in the house for our group of 12 runners/walkers! Monica is an incredible host and communicated with us often regarding check-in/checkout and providing lots of tips and recommendations for our stay. I will definitely refer others to this property!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Daniel K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very good property
This is a very good property in a great location. The living area is huge with two living areas plus the dining room and an office. The third floor attic is best for kids. Fortunately it has window type air conditioners as the second and third floor would get too hot for sleeping in 80 plus degree weather. Great porch!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jessica G.

Perfect!
We had a group of 12 ladies stay at this beautiful home in Elk Rapids, MI. We all fit perfectly with plenty of room to spare. The home was a short 2 block walk to downtown and the beach. An easy 20 minute drive to Traverse City. Everyone left that weekend happy. There was plenty to do that suited everyones interests. We're thinking of making this stay an annual tradition. I would highly recommend to anyone. Monica was very lovely and checked in on us enough to know she cared about us enjoying our time there.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Angela T.

Beautiful House
I recently stayed in this house with my family. We had 6 adults and 6 kids and there was plenty of room for all of us. The house is well stocked with all of the cooking essentials you could ever need, as well as plenty of linens and towels. The house is over 100 years old so it has its quirks, but that's part of the charm. The beach is only a 5 minute walk and the water is beautiful. The downtown area is the same distance and it's so charming - it's like stepping back in time. We went to two local restaurants and they were both amazing. I would definitely recommend this house to anyone that wants a relaxing vacation in a cute little town.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Nathan E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location for family fun
The home was perfect for our two families. We had 6 kids ranging in from ages 4-17, and we couldn't imagine a better location for all of us to spend a week together near Lake Michigan. The house is spacious, bright, and charming, with a nice porch and back deck, as well as lots of yard space for the kids to run around and play. It's located just 3 blocks from the beach and main street area of the quaint Town of Elk Rapids. This allowed easy trips back and forth for our families to come and go as we pleased. Monica was also an excellent host. The week before we arrived, she helped us to identify trails to ride and run on, and was incredibly communicative and responsive throughout our stay. She recommended reserving a boat rental for Torch Lake, which we did, and it proved to be one of the highlights of the trip. We'll definitely be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sandy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful vintage home enjoyed by our family!
The house was perfect for our yearly family vacation consisting of us, the grandparents; our kids; and the grandchildren. There was plenty of room for all of us inside, and the yard was a welcomed bonus. We enjoyed the fire pit, the tables for eating, the grill, the nice shade trees, and the room for lawn games. There were games inside for the kids also, and they loved the huge selection of gel pens for their crafts! It is a short walk to the beach and to town from the house. Those two capabilities are important to us. Elk Rapids is in a beautiful area, and it is not that far to travel to other nearby places of interest. The owner, Monica, and Stephanie, who helped maintain the property, were both very nice and helpful. I appreciated them! We would definitely stay at this beautiful home again!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

Stacey M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great week!!
Nice big house that easily accommodated our family of 10. Nicely decorated and had a well stocked kitchen! Pillows and beds were clean and comfortable. You can tell this is a loved home. The 3rd floor attic/loft was a HUGE hit for the kids...a fun kid hangout!!! Gave them a place to get away and do their thing. We loved the firepit outside for s’mores and hanging out at night. Also has a nice big patio table for meals outside. The home provided beach chairs and lots of beach towels (even though we brought our own) It also has a well stocked board game shelf for those rainy days. Location was ideal. A two minute bike ride to town and beach made it so nice for everyone. Downtown Elk Rapids is such a charming little town with a variety of things to do in the summer so you won’t get bored. Monica the owner was so great/friendly to work with. Always available to answer any questions and made sure to check in to see how our stay was going and asked if we had any questions. Really enjoyed working with her! We would definitely rent again!! S. Miller
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Katie F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet Bachelorette Weekend
We had a fantastic weekend of 10 women (age 25-45ish)! Everything we could possibly need was available either in walking distance, or already in the house. We did a have a slight hiccup for check in as the last guests had forgotten to complete the check out procedure, but the missed time at check in was provided at our check out to compensate (which we loved). The entire time we had direct communication with Monica, and she was very quick to respond and was very willing to help. Seriously! That 3rd floor room with all the twin beds! It's amazing! All of us adult women wanted to sleep up there because it was THAT COOL!!! It was like a childhood dream come true. This would be an excellent rental for multiple families with younger kids. We had a very nice conversation with the neighbors on check out day, and he said we "did very well," I'm not sure what he expected, but maybe it was because we were all exhausted and sleeping by the city quiet hours of 11pm? We would certainly rent this property again, and maybe bring our kids with us next time! (Maybe... we might have to fight them for that 3rd floor room).
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Robert F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
You won't be disappointed.
Our family had a wonderful time at the property. Super location, very roomy, well stocked, everything in good operating condition. We were a party of 5 adults but we also were able to host a few other local friends/family for a couple of meals and smores using the large kitchen and backyard. Monica is a great host. Keeping us updated and quick to respond to all of our requests. We had no issues and will definitely keep this property at the top of our list for our next Elk Rapids visit.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jamie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, great house
This house was the perfect size for a group of friends celebrating a 30th birthday. It was clean, comfortable and had many amenities (household supplies, grill, yard games, etc). The house is a very short walk to beach and Elk Rapids so a perfect location. Monica was proactive in her communication and provided great information about Elk Rapids and the house to help prep us for arrival. She checked in a couple times throughout the weekend to make sure we had all we needed. We would love to stay here again in the future!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Colleen R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful house, excellent location!
This is a beautiful home with a lovely, attentive property manager. We had plenty of room to stretch out for our group of 10. There are multiple sitting areas, bedrooms, and bathrooms. We loved our stay and hope to return!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021