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Summer Sand & Fun Beachfront Vacation Traverse City In Cottage

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Property grounds
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
On the beach, sun loungers
On the beach, sun loungers
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8186 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Outdoor Space
  • Air conditioning

About this property

Entire place

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

Summer Sand & Fun Beachfront Vacation Traverse City In Cottage

Traverse City.......Pure Michigan at its finest! Welcome to our quaint Traverse City family Cottage was built in 1954 overlooking Lake Michigan, and perfectly placed 4 minutes north of Traverse City on scenic M22. The Cottage offers the quaint design, comfort, and living of a vintage cottage blended with some of today's modern conveniences.

Enjoy the tranquility and inspiration of the early morning sunrise as it lights up the day. Sit in the living room and look out over the crystal-clear blue water of Lake Michigan. Relax in the family room with the 65" flat-screen TV above the stone fireplace, with access to DVDs, books, & games on hand for hours of family enjoyment.

Across the street and down the wooden stairs you will find crystal clear blue water, a large sandy beach with a beautiful view of Lake Michigan. Enjoy drinking your morning coffee, family time with your children, or sipping your evening cocktail while relaxing in the Adirondack chairs along the beach.

After a great day in the fresh air of Northern Michigan recharge in the comfort and privacy of one of the quaint Bedrooms. Open the windows and relax with the evening breezes coming into your room off of the lake as you lie down and fall asleep in the rich comfort of memory foam mattresses and 100% cotton sheets for every bed.

Our Cottage is a 2000 square foot 4 Bedroom, 3 Full Bathroom home with a Living Room, Full eat-in Kitchen, and a Butler's Pantry off of the very spacious Family Room. The Cottage will comfortably accommodate 2 adults/bedroom—occupancy is 8 adults plus up to 2 children under the age of 5. [AS PER TOWNSHIP SHORT TERM RENTAL ORDINANCE: Only 2 adult guests per room and no guests to sleep on, air mattresses, or in tents.

Our Cottage is perfectly located just a few miles from world-class dining, entertainment, shopping, and outdoor activities of Traverse City, plus to the North of the Cottage is the quaint towns of Suttons Bay and Northport.

Enjoy convenient access to the very popular and well-traveled route M22, which is one of the beautiful scenic shoreline drives from Traverse City to Suttons Bay and onward to Northport. Continue a little further North beyond Northport to the tip of the Leelanau Peninsula where you will find Leelanau State Park. Discover the historic Grand Traverse Lighthouse offering tours & sweeping views from the Light Tower overlooking Lake Michigan.

The opportunity for amazing day trips is endless. In very close proximity there is incredible access to renowned wineries and affiliated tours. Within an hour's drive arrive at Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, Charlevoix, or Boyne City. In less than 2.5 hours enjoy a scenic drive and arrive in historic Petoskey or North to Mackinac City where you can catch a ferry to Pure Michigan's #1 Tourist destination Historic Mackinac Island.

Property manager

Jeffrey Smith

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach sun loungers

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Paper towels

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Towels provided
  • Toilet paper
  • Soap

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • DVD player
  • Books
  • Video library
  • Games

Outdoor areas

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

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

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.
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No elevator (single level property)
  • 2 stairs to reach property
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: ABSOLUTELY NO SMOKING inside the cottage!

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Local meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • On the waterfront
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Ice skating nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 2000 sq ft (186 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 5:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

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

Children are welcome

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
Note from host: ABSOLUTELY NO PARTIES! NO EXCEPTIONS!
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
Property Registration Number 2025-46, 2023-29

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Michigan's Summer Wonderland!
1954 Family Cottage On Grand Traverse Bay
1954 Family Cottage On Grand Traverse Bay With Sandy Beach

About the neighborhood

Map
Traverse City, MI

What's nearby

  • Traverse City Visitor Center - 8 min drive - 8.6 km
  • Front Street - 8 min drive - 8.7 km
  • Village at Grand Traverse Commons - 10 min drive - 8.8 km
  • Great Wolf Lodge Water Park - 11 min drive - 11.5 km
  • Traverse City Beach - 15 min drive - 14.4 km

Getting around

  • Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪North Peak Brewing Company - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Barrio - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Folgarelli's Market & Wine Shop - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Loco Boys Brewing Company - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Slabtown Burger - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Summer Sand & Fun Beachfront Vacation Traverse City In Cottage pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Summer Sand & Fun Beachfront Vacation Traverse City In Cottage?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Summer Sand & Fun Beachfront Vacation Traverse City In Cottage?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Summer Sand & Fun Beachfront Vacation Traverse City In Cottage located?

Nestled on the beach, this Traverse City vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Brengman Brothers and Lake Michigan. West End Beach and Clinch Park are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Summer Sand & Fun Beachfront Vacation Traverse City In Cottage Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 89 out of 109 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 19 out of 109 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 109 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 109 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 109 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Laura L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy Retreat
Excellent! The owners made a place that was a home away from home. We all enjoyed our time at this very nice getaway. The owners went beyond by giving us suggestions for places to dine. The house is at an excellent location with a beautiful view. Loved hanging out after our wine tour in the great room. Will stay again!!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anna S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay!
This lovely home was perfect for a long getaway weekend with family. House is set up well for families to share and the location is wonderful Beautiful views of the sunrise!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emily J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
We loved our stay here. It was close to everything and we loved the private beach access. The layout of the house was perfect for a bigger group too.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chad C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing!
This was an ideal location and ideal size for me and my friends. We played Bahle farms twice and it was a short cruise to the course. Also plenty of great food nearby. An overall win!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Allison M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great family place!
We had a lovely time bringing our family up to Traverse City. The home was perfect for a larger family and the decor and furniture was all lovely. Communication with Jeffrey was wonderful as well. Extremely helpful and accommodating. Would love to come back again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Anne B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Location
Large traditional up-north home in a great location for exploring the whole Grand Traverse area and relaxing!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Claire B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome experience
We had an amazing stay! The place was clean and organized, was in a great location - close to downtown Traverse City and had access to the beach, and the owners were friendly and responded to questions quickly.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Girls Weekend Getaway
The Summer Beach Cottage is the perfect destination for a friends' weekend getaway! Jeff, the host, is a great communicator and was very fast to return text messages and phone calls. The views of the bay were breathtaking. The cottage is very spacious and beautiful. The fire pit in front was a perfect place to decompress after long days of shopping and wine tasting. We plan on returning!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leann C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved TC!
The house was great and our beach was perfect for the kids!!! Super chilled out and wonderful experience
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristen R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful spot near Traverse City!
This house is perfect for a getaway. It was very clean and well-taken care of! We loved having easy access to the beach and the short drive into Traverse City. I definitely recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great family location
We enjoyed staying in this spacious cottage! We had three generations there and it was wonderful to have room to spread out and get our own space. It had everything we needed. It was easy to travel into Traverse City, Mission Peninsula and Suttons Bay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cathy W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful family weekend
Property owners were so kind and informative. Home has lots of charm and fully equipped for a family stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kate P., Morgantown, WV

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
In town for a family wedding...
Such a nice weekend. The location was perfect! Easy access to Traverse City and a host of other beautiful sights in the area. Being on the water was great too. We rented paddle boards and the kids had a blast.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christina S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family retreat up north
We had a great time in the Traverse City area. Awesome property and fully stocked. We are talking about our next trip back! Thanks for sharing your home with us!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Rosemarie J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
September get away weekend
The owner was very pleasant and eager to make our stay as enjoyable as possible. He was receptive to a few suggestions we had for future renters based on our past experiences. Overall a good location to explore Traverse City with beautiful views of the bay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Lynn D.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Lovely Lake house
House location was perfect.Had all the amenities. Owner was very willing to help with any difficulties.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2020

8/10 Good

Caroline H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Traverse City VRBO
Lovely cottage and very spacious. Had a bit of a musty smell. Close to Traverse City and not too far from wineries/vineyards. Road out front a bit busy to cross to bay, but once across, enjoyed the little beach area.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Debbie p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Memories
My family and I enjoyed this property so much. The house was clean, has an amazing view and close to so much to do. We enjoyed the beach and the deck so much. Played yard games and had a fire each night. Family memories are so important to me. Thank you for sharing your home.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing Stay for family
We absolutely enjoyed our stay in Traverse City and at this wonderful property. Location is great and lake views are amazing. We watched the sun rise every morning. Additionally, my daughter left a precious item behind. Jeffrey was quick to check and see if it was found and it is being mailed to us. A great property with very caring owners. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Kelly S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good family place
Nice house right across from the lake. Worked out well for the 8 adults on our group. I would have probably given it 5 stars, but a new refrigerator was delivered right in the middle of our stay, and we had to unpack everything and take stuff to the detached garage, which was an inconvenience. Beautiful lake views and beach though.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

JEFF R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Plenty of Room And a Great View
There were 9 of us staying at “The Smith-sonian.” We had enough room to accommodate everyone. Our group used the giant deck and large family room quite a bit. The view of the bay was impressive. We also loved the beach access across the way. Jeff was more than an accommodating host and made our stay enjoyable. He met each one of our requests. We would definitely stay at the property again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gorgeous, spacious place!
Jeff's home is absolutely lovely. Comfortable furnishings, spacious home for having meals together, movie nights, and spreading out. Plenty of room/beds for everyone. The bunk room is kind of a hallway with just a curtain for a door/wall. Something to keep in mind if you have kiddos who are light sleepers. Worked out a-ok for us! I slept so soundly in the bed, it was very cozy. Short jaunt across the street took us to the private beach, which was beautiful and the lake quite shallow for the kids to play and swim in. Overall fantastic experience, and Jeff was a wonderful host!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Traverse City stay
The property is well stocked with all you will need, the beds were comfortable. It is an older house, but very nice. Jeffrey is a great host, his communication is superb. He provided lots of information on the home and the area, which was very helpful! The highway outside has constant traffic, but the noise was minimal inside the home. The views of Grand Traverse Bay are really exceptional. We stayed in October and the fall weather was mostly gray and chilly, in the 50s during the day. Day trips to Mackinac City and to Sleeping Bear Dunes were really exceptional. It was a great stay for us.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Felicia S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Late check in.....
Overall positive-we stayed Friday to Sunday. Check-in wasn't until 5pm (later than most we've stayed at) and check out 10am. The road is extremely busy throughout the night, need to be able to sleep with the traffic noise. Kitchen could use some quality pans and pot holders.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joyce F., Tecumseh

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Finally Get Together
We are a group of women who have been friends for many years. We finally got together for a long weekend in Traverse City. The house was perfect for us. We had a great time. Would recommend ear plugs or noise machines as highway 22 is very busy and in the morning you can hear the traffic. A few of us had noise machines and they certainly helped. The house was exactly as described. The beds were comfortable and the kitchen stocked with everything you could possibly need Jeff, the host was attentive and responsive. Highly recommend this home!!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021