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Lake Ann Waterfront | Family, Pet Friendly/Walk to Downtown

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A coastal property with a lighthouse, a red-roofed house, and a sandy beach.
A lakeside outdoor seating area with chairs and a fire pit.
A spacious log cabin interior with a high ceiling, a central seating area with sofas and a coffee table, and a dining area with a view of the outdoors.
A cozy log cabin interior with a dining area, a fireplace, and a living room furnished with sofas and a coffee table.
A wooden cabin bedroom with a bed, a chair, a nightstand, a window with a view of the beach, and a ceiling fan.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathrooms1726 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Lake Ann, MI
  • Place, Almira Township Hall
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Almira Town Hall
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Bryan Lake
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪28 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Lake Ann

This vacation home places you within a 5-minute walk of Almira Township Hall and Almira Town Hall. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a patio.

What's nearby

  • Almira Township Hall - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Almira Town Hall - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Almira Township Library - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Bryan Lake - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Lake View - 2 min drive - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Oaky’s Tavern - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Boone's Long Lake Inn - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Lake Ann Brewing Company - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Bradley’s Pub & Grille - ‬13 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Lake Ann Waterfront | Family, Pet Friendly/Walk to Downtown

🏡 Welcome to The Loons’ Nest

Wake to peaceful mornings on Lake Ann, where coffee on the dock, quiet paddles across the water, and evenings by the fire become part of your Northern Michigan rhythm.

The Loons’ Nest is a cozy lakefront cottage with 100 feet of private sandy shoreline, designed for families, couples, and friends looking to slow down and enjoy classic Up North lake life together. Spend your days swimming, kayaking, boating, or exploring nearby Traverse City, Sleeping Bear Dunes, and M-22 — then return home for sunset skies, bonfires, and relaxed evenings by the water.

✨ Why Guests Love It
🌊 100 feet of private sandy lakefront
🛶 Kayaks, paddleboards & dock included
🔥 Lakeside fire pit with Adirondack chairs
☀ Peaceful lake views and beautiful sunsets
🚶 Walk to Lake Ann Brewing, Corner Cone & The Bread Lady
🏡 Cozy cottage feel with room for up to 9 guests
🚗 Easy access to Traverse City, Sleeping Bear Dunes & Crystal Mountain
🐾 Pet friendly

🛏 Sleeping Arrangements | Sleeps Up to 9

🛏 Primary Bedroom
King bed • lake views • jack-and-jill bathroom • ceiling fan

🛏 Second Bedroom
Queen bed • jack-and-jill bathroom • ceiling fan

🛏 Loft Bedroom
King bed • queen bed • twin pull-out chair
A favorite space for kids, cousins, or flexible group sleeping.

🛁 Two full bathrooms provide comfortable accommodations for families and groups.

🍽 Kitchen + Dining

The fully stocked kitchen makes it easy to settle in and enjoy lake life from the moment you arrive.

✔ Fully stocked cookware, spices, oils + essentials
✔ Coffee bar for slow mornings by the water
✔ Dining table with seating for 9
✔ Great setup for family meals and easy vacation living
✔ Private chef experiences available upon request

Whether you’re making breakfast before a day on the lake or winding down with takeout and wine after exploring Northern Michigan, the space is designed for comfort and connection.

🛋 Cozy Living Spaces

After a day outdoors, gather for movie nights, games, and relaxed evenings together.

✨ Comfortable lake-view living room
📺 Smart TVs with streaming + live TV
📶 High-speed WiFi
🎲 Board games and gathering spaces
☀ Natural light and peaceful lake views throughout

🌿 Outdoor Experience

Life at The Loons’ Nest is centered around the water.

☀ Private sandy shoreline
🛶 Kayaks, paddleboards & seasonal dock
🔥 Lakeside fire pit for s’mores and stargazing
🍔 BBQ grill and outdoor seating
🌅 Sunset views across Lake Ann

The calm, shallow frontage makes it especially enjoyable for families with children and guests looking for a quieter, relaxing lake experience.

🍒 Experience the Charm of Lake Ann

One of the most special parts of staying here is being able to walk into the heart of Lake Ann — a small Northern Michigan village full of local charm.

🚶 2 min walk → Lake Ann Brewing Co.
🥐 The Bread Lady bakery
🍦 Corner Cone ice cream
🛒 Local grocery and park

📍 Explore Northern Michigan

🏓 9 min → Long Lake Pickleball Court
🚗 15 min → Traverse City
🏖 20 min → Sleeping Bear Dunes
🌊 Easy access to Lake Michigan beaches
🍷 Leelanau wineries + scenic M-22 drives
🎿 Crystal Mountain nearby for winter skiing

From beach days and pontoon rides to fall colors and cozy winter weekends, The Loons’ Nest offers a relaxing Northern Michigan getaway in every season.

✨ Traveling with a larger group?

Ask about booking The Dragonfly Nest next door together as the Lake Ann Retreat — offering 200 feet of private lakefront and accommodations for up to 24 guests.

🔐 Guest Access

Guests have full private access to the home and property.

⚠ Good to Know

⏳ Quiet hours: 9 PM – 9 AM
📝 Rental agreement + ID verification required after booking
💳 $500 security hold placed before arrival and released after departure

🍒 Whether you're planning a family lake vacation, a quiet getaway with friends, or a slower-paced Up North escape, The Loons’ Nest is a welcoming place to relax, reconnect, and enjoy the simple beauty of lake life.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 2 bathrooms, and a patio, and there's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms. Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a coffee maker.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Massage

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Chef service
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Coin laundry
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Recycling
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Unit size: 1,726 square feet
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

Guests must sign a rental agreement within 2 days of booking. Minimum age to rent is 21.
No parties or events are allowed. Please no smoking indoors. Please keep pets off of furniture.
Please no confetti/glitter or burning candles. There is a $300 security deposit hold.

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock.

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Frequently asked questions

What's there to do close to this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Lake Ann, just steps from Almira Town Hall and Almira Township Library, and within a short walk of Lake Ann Brewing Company. You'll also find Bryan Lake and Lake View within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Lake Ann Waterfront | Family, Pet Friendly/Walk to Downtown?

Yes, there is a garage.

Is a spa located at this vacation home?

Spa services at the vacation home include massages.

Is this vacation home next to a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Lake Ann Waterfront | Family, Pet Friendly/Walk to Downtown?

At this lakeside vacation home, there are many amenities for couples, including a chef service and a fireplace in each house, and some feature lake view.

Does Lake Ann Waterfront | Family, Pet Friendly/Walk to Downtown have a hot tub?

No, this vacation home doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this vacation home include breakfast service?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although pets can't stay for free, they are welcome at this vacation home.

Does Lake Ann Waterfront | Family, Pet Friendly/Walk to Downtown have connecting rooms available?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this vacation home.

How far is the airport from this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Cherry Capital Airport (TVC), which is 17.2 mi away (30 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Lake Ann Waterfront | Family, Pet Friendly/Walk to Downtown?

Yes, every house at Lake Ann Waterfront | Family, Pet Friendly/Walk to Downtown comes with a patio and some offer lake views.

Lake Ann Waterfront | Family, Pet Friendly/Walk to Downtown Reviews

Reviews

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Exceptional

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

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Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kasey G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a great stay at the loons nest for a girls weekend celebration! It accommodated us all comfortably, the deck was so nice and the fireplace with Adirondack chairs was perfect in the evening. Loved being able to take the kayaks out! A wonderful location, just a short walk to Lake Ann brewing and coffee in the morning- although the house is fully equipped for making your own! Wonderful home, kind and great communication with the owners and 10/10 would stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michelle S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great accomodations, clean and all needs were provided for. We were allowed to check in early and there was quick responses from the host when we had any questions. The location on the lake is lovely and would be wonderful in warmer weather. I highly recommend the property.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

ALICE B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great week staying at The Loons Nest on Lake Ann. The house itself is perfect for an Up North getaway. It’s an easy walk to Lake Ann storefronts, short walk to hiking trails. Having the paddleboards, kayaks and other supplies for the lake made our stay extra special. Jas and Sue are excellent hosts. They checked in to make sure everything was good and if we needed anything. Communication replies were very fast. Supplies for the kitchen and bathrooms were plentiful. We would definitely rent again from these excellent hosts!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2026