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Secluded Traverse City Retreat: 11 Mi to Downtown!

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Interior
TV, fireplace, books, music library
4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, internet, bed sheets
Exterior
4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, internet, bed sheets

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 13243 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill

About this property

Entire place

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

Secluded Traverse City Retreat: 11 Mi to Downtown!

5 Private Acres | Wood-Burning Fireplace | Peaceful Setting

Discover the natural beauty of Traverse City when you stay at this 4-bed, 3-bath vacation rental! Situated in a secluded area surrounded by towering trees, this authentic log cabin provides a comfortable place to create unforgettable memories with your loved ones. Ski the slopes at Mt. Holiday, visit the iconic Sleeping Bear Dunes, or cast a line at Grand Traverse Bay. Book your stay today!

-- THE PROPERTY --

SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS
- Bedroom 1: 1 king bed
- Bedroom 2: 1 queen bed
- Bedroom 3: 1 king bed
- Bedroom 4 (Bunk Room): 1 twin bunk bed, 1 bunk bed (twin/full)
- Loft: 1 twin bed w/ 1 twin trundle
- Living Room: 1 queen sleeper sofa

INDOOR LIVING
- 3 Smart TVs, books
- Floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace
- Dining table, breakfast bar
- Authentic log cabin, animal decor

KITCHEN
- Fully equipped, stainless steel appliances
- Stove, oven, dishwasher, refrigerator
- Drip coffee maker, microwave
- Cooking basics, trash bags & paper towels

GENERAL
- Free WiFi
- Central heating, ceiling fans
- Washer, dryer, laundry detergent, hangers, iron & board
- Linens, towels, complimentary toiletries, hair dryer

ACCESSIBILITY
- Stairs required

FAQ
- No A/C

PARKING
- Driveway (16 vehicles)
- RV/trailer parking allowed on-site

-- THE LOCATION --

- Private woodland setting w/ on-site walking trails
- 12 miles to Downtown Traverse City; parks, cafes, dining
- 13 miles to Keith J. Charters Traverse City State Park
- 15 miles to Mt. Holiday
- 2 miles to Northwestern Michigan Fair
- 12 miles to Cherry Capital Airport

-- REST EASY WITH US --

Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you'll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we'll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we'll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.

-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- No pets allowed
- NO events, parties or large gatherings
- Must be at least 25 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- This property requires stairs to access
- The property does not have air conditioning

Property manager

Evolve

Languages

English, French, German, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • TV
  • Books
  • Music library

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Hiking 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

General

  • Unit size: 2616 sq ft (243 sq m)

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Back of home

Spacious home perfect for large families

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, 11 reviews
Spacious home perfect for large families

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 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
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
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 is also known as

Secluded Cabin Short Drive to Traverse City
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New! Secluded Cabin Short Drive to Traverse City
Secluded Cabin - Short Drive to Traverse City Traverse City

About the neighborhood

Map
Traverse City, Michigan

What's nearby

  • Turtle Creek Stadium - 14 min drive
  • Great Wolf Lodge Water Park - 18 min drive
  • Village at Grand Traverse Commons - 21 min drive
  • Front Street - 22 min drive
  • Traverse City Beach - 25 min drive

Getting around

  • Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Culver's - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Samsara - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Secluded Traverse City Retreat: 11 Mi to Downtown! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Secluded Traverse City Retreat: 11 Mi to Downtown!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Secluded Traverse City Retreat: 11 Mi to Downtown!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Secluded Traverse City Retreat: 11 Mi to Downtown! located?

Situated in Traverse City, this vacation home is within 9 mi (15 km) of Turtle Creek Stadium, Forest Lakes, and Grand Traverse Natural Education Reserve. Arbutus Lake and Grand Traverse Mall are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Secluded Traverse City Retreat: 11 Mi to Downtown! Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 25 out of 30 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 30 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 30 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 30 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 30 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Wade P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome cabin
Our family really enjoyed our stay at the property. Just wish the sprinklers didn't come on in the evening when we were enjoying the sunset and fire pit.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Roxanne H., Effingham

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our Michigan family vacation
This cabin was perfect for our family getaway! It is a great location to use as a homebase to explore all the beautiful scenery that northern Michigan has to offer. It's secluded and a very peaceful place to stay. Everyday after our fun filled adventures, we came back to the cabin for a lovely fire on the back patio. The cabin has all the amenities needed for a wonderful visit. We would definitely stay here again if visiting the area in the future.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Secluded but close to town
We stayed at this property for the annual marathon in Traverse City. It was secluded, but not too far from everything! The master was wonderful and the kitchen was very well equipped! The fire pit and outside area was very nice. The owners were very responsive. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joe T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Unique Woodland Cabin
We stayed here with six adults and three children (age 9-11), and it worked very well for us. We were able to easily visit Traverse City, Suttons Bay, Leland, and Sleeping Bear Dunes, and the cabin as a good place to relax when we weren't out and about. The kids amused themselves running around in the yard. It is a bit remote, but that is part of what makes it distinctive. If I could recommend any improvement, it would be window covers, but we really had no major complaints.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Sabrina

So beautiful, a perfect fit!
We did a girls weekend away at this absolutely beautiful cabin. It’s the perfect place for any group looking to spend quality time and connection. It fosters a sense of peace and calmness. Although it was very hot ourside rhe shady cabin stays a great temp, especially at night! The basement even gets pretty cold at night! We were nervous about no AC but I wouldn’t sweat it. Bring a face mask if you’re a light sleeper, there are no curtains or blinds but who cares, you’re a ways away from anyone so just lean into it and enjoy the seclusion!! There’s such a cute bear in the corner that we named Bobby, miss you Bobby!!!
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10/10 Excellent

Sabrina

So beautiful, a perfect fit!
We did a girls weekend away at this absolutely beautiful cabin. It’s the perfect place for any group looking to spend quality time and connection. It fosters a sense of peace and calmness. Although it was very hot ourside rhe shady cabin stays a great temp, especially at night! The basement even gets pretty cold at night! We were nervous about no AC but I wouldn’t sweat it. Bring a face mask if you’re a light sleeper, there are no curtains or blinds but who cares, you’re a ways away from anyone so just lean into it and enjoy the seclusion!! There’s such a cute bear in the corner that we named Bobby, miss you Bobby!!!
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10/10 Excellent

Roger

Great time in Traverse City
My whole family stayed in the cabin in July 2024. Had a great time. Plenty of room for all 10 of us. All 4 of the grandkids stayed in one room with 4 bunks and had a great time watching movies every night before bed. Plenty of room for together time and plenty of space to have alone time. The clearing in the woods is beautiful but the property is a little remote. Will take you some time driving anywhere you’re going. The kids are ready to go back!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Kristina F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Peaceful log cabin retreat
Overall, this is a beautiful and well kept cabin but definitely in the outskirts of Traverse City; however, it is a pretty easy drive into the city. We enjoyed our stay and the cabin was well equipped with everything we needed. My only complaints would be that there was nothing covering the windows (no blinds or curtains, which was a little odd) and also just be aware that the roads to get to the cabin are "seasonal" so they are not paved roads.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian and V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
FAMILY weekend getaway
We were looking for a place to stay so we could enjoy a visit to Sleeping Bear Dunes. The house worked out well for the location and family.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Sandi

Well stocked secluded cabin
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this cabin! We’ve stayed at several VRBOs and this one was the most well stocked we’ve seen. Almost everything we needed was already there. We had one issue with the washing machine which was fixed promptly. As others have said, window coverings would be nice even though it is secluded. We had 5 kids and 7 adults and had plenty of room even on a rainy day.
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10/10 Excellent

Gary

Nice cabin. Would recommend
Stayed here with our adult children their spouses and a couple grandkids. The layout was perfect for everyone to be able to be together and have their own personal space as well. The cabin was well stocked with anything you would need to prepare your meals. The outside had a great area to play or hang out. Be prepared for the water sprinklers to come on. The sprinklers caught us off guard. lol. We enjoyed our stay.

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing
Loved the place and the location
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Annika M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
In town for a family reunion
We had a great experience and the property managers were so easy to communicate with!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Mary

A cozy little cabin
We had a wonderful and peaceful stay at the secluded cabin. There were 9 of us looking for some family together time and this cabin was great for that! The kitchen was stocked with anything you would ever need, and the fire pit was wonderful.

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family get-together
House was beautiful, clean and well stocked. We enjoyed the back patio and the fire pit. The home is secluded and private, yet still close to everything. We had a great time!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Debbi

Perfect place for a large group to stay!
This cabin is absolutely amazing! The quality and craftsmanship in this home is just stunning! Our group of ten ladies had the most wonderful weekend ever here. The layout and spaciousness made it feel comfortable so we could spread out. The kitchen was fabulous, and we loved the openness between the dining and living room areas. We made so many delicious meals, shared so many stories, laughs and drinks! The secluded location is beautiful. The driveway is a little hard to find in the dark, so I would suggest finding it during the daylight hours. The back roads getting there are a little rough and I would not take a small car down them. Secluded, yet only about 10 miles from the outside of Traverse City. The cabin itself is located on a beautiful piece of property. In better weather we certainly would have taken advantage of the awesome firepit and backyard patio and table. Unfortunately, the rain turned to snow while we were there so, we got to enjoy the beautiful fireplace instead while with sipped wine, exchanged gifts and played cards against humanity! Having the two living room areas was nice for large groups if you wanted to have two things going on at the same time. The home was super clean and comfortable. Any amenity that you would have wanted it was there. The owners, Ben and Christopher were so helpful. It was a pleasure to rent from them and we would definitely rent this cabin again. We actually are planning on another trip to Traverse City and are going to make sure this is the place to stay!

8/10 Good

Nancy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Cozy Cabin
Our family enjoyed this beautiful log cabin. The cabin is truly beautiful. Clean, well furnished, Beautifully designed,comfortable beds, well stocked with essentials. It is a great place if you want to just hunker down and read. Not too far of a drive to Traverse City. We ventured out to TC as well as to the wineries of Lelanau Peninsula and to some of the smaller towns such as Elk Rapids and Alden The colors on the trees up here were spectacular. The only things that keep me from giving this a 5 star rating would be that internet was basically non existent on most days. We looked forward to quiet evenings with a Netflix movie but because of the very spotty WiFi- Netflix would not work well or it at all. We would get some windows when it would be fine but when it rained it didn’t work at all. The other would be the road to get here. It is a dirt road but it is very bumpy and full of large potholes that require you to drive about 5 mph down Blair Town road. The road the cabin is on is fine but getting here is rough. This of course not a reflection of this cabin. We would stay here again but would suggest window treatments on bedrooms and bathrooms. Owner was awesome to work with. Very helpful and attentive.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2020
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10/10 Excellent

Janae

Perfect house for a weekend getaway
We enjoyed this house so much, we are back for year two!! Ben is a joy to work with and very accommodating. House is laid out perfectly for three couples. With a bedroom and bathroom located on each of the 3 levels. Outdoor area is nice too. Thanks Ben for another great birthday weekend!!

10/10 Excellent

Jeff B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice quiet getaway
We thoroughly enjoyed the property. It was located down a country road that was easy to get to but also close proximity to anything you need. We would stay here again. Owner was easy to talk to and very accessible.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Virginia V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Michigan Vacation Log Cabin Home
The Log Cabin home was a all we expected and more. Everyone enjoyed it. It was the perfect fit for our 6 adults and 4 children. We roasted marsh mellows in the evening, grilled every night it was a bit further to Traverse City than we wanted to be but not bad ride at all. Not bad drive to wineries, downtown Travers City Mackinac Island . It was a great get away during this COVID Craziness and we felt very safe . Great experience for all the kids and they were totally unplugged and didn't miss their electronics. WIFI is not to reliable at the Log cabin home. The only suggestions for owner is The Owner should mark the entrance of the drive better it was hard to find the drive, we drove past it twice upon arrival. The Queen mattress was very hard and uncomfortable on the first floor. We loved it and would recommend it to anyone. Most Important the Owner was very Reachable and Approachable. Look forward to another stay soon! Virginia Vartanian
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2020
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10/10 Excellent

John B

A GREAT EXPIERENCE
First off the cabin is wonderfully located on a heavily wooded private lot. The Cabin itself spared no cost on construction or amenities. This is a true hand-peeled full-round log home with hand-cut slate floors. A true work of art. The stay was wonderful the host were wonderful we could not ask for more. we will DEFIANTLY BE BACK SOON

10/10 Excellent

Vincent S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thanksgiving Reunion
Overall the house was great. The owner was very helpful. No issues, very clean and a wonderful location. Internet service was difficult and at times nonexistent but no problem. Recommend putting blinds or curtains on windows.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Bruce S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous
We wanted an authentic up north experience with our friends from the UK. This beautifully constructed log cabin really " filled the bill".
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Leah F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
One of a kind cabin
Gorgeous house + lovely yard and patio
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019
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6/10 Okay

Patty C

Friends Weekend
Pluses and minuses on this vacation property, but overall we enjoyed our stay. We utilized the grill and firepit on the spacious patio and appreciated the outdoor heater. The loft bedroom doesn't have a door, which seemed odd. Additionally, none of the windows have coverings or blinds, which was slightly uncomfortable. Short trip into TC and the casino. Had some unexpected visitors that was concerning enough for us to call and have the sheriff's office visit. Beautiful house and surroundings. Mixed experience overall.