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10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 101650 sq ft

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Traverse City, MI
  • Place, Forest Lakes
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Spider Lake
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Tibbets Lake
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Airport, Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪16 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Traverse City

This vacation home places you next to Forest Lakes and Spider Lake. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a balcony.
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What's nearby

  • Forest Lakes - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Spider Lake - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Tibbets Lake - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • High Lake - 4 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Traverse City Beach - 13 min drive - 8.3 miles

Getting around

  • Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Culver's - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Peegeo's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪7 Brew Coffee - ‬17 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.

Spider Lake’s "Turtle Cove” – Your Private Northern Michigan Lakeside Escape

Experience the aura of Northern Michigan at Spider Lake’s “Turtle Cove,” a peaceful waterfront retreat where adventure and relaxation meet.

Your stay features exclusive use of the 120' beachfront and 26' dock that's your gateway to the sparkling waters of Spider Lake.

Nestled in a wooded setting, this spacious four-bedroom, three-bath home offers the perfect balance of the area's natural beauty and Traverse City's vibrant dining, shopping, and entertainment amenities.

(friendly) Dogs are welcome!!!

******** Lakefront Living at Its Best ********
⌦ All-Sports Lake Adventure
☛ Spider Lake’s 459 acres of crystal-clear water make it a playground for outdoor enthusiasts. Whether you enjoy peaceful paddling or high-energy water sports, the lake offers endless possibilities. Such as:
* Canoeing and kayaking,
* Fishing and swimming,
* High-speed boating and tubing,
* Personal watercraft adventures.

⌦ A Fisherman’s Backyard Paradise
☛ Drop a line from the dock/shoreline and fish for:
* Largemouth Bass (smallmouth exist but are hard to find),
* Bluegill,
* Crappie,
* Northern Pike.

⌦ Complimentary Watercraft
☛ Guests may enjoy free use of:
* Two sit-on kayaks with paddles,
* One 10-foot canoe with paddles,
* One paddleboard with paddle,
* One 16-foot rowboat with oars and fish finder.

✔ Usage is complimentary but at your own risk.
✔ Several personal flotation devices are provided, but plan accordingly.
✔ Watercraft use not permitted after sunset.

✔ Engine-based watercraft rentals are available.

⌘ Access to the lake requires 34 steps from the driveway down a gently sloped path to the shoreline. Detailed photos available upon request.

******** Additional Amenities for Your Stay ********
⌦ After a day of adventure, relax and reconnect with family and friends.
☛ Enjoy:
* Campfires on the beach or at the house firepit (firewood provided),
* Smart TVs for streaming on weather inclement days,
* 3,500+ classic video games from the 1980s and 1990s,
* Board games and a large DVD library for all ages,
* Teeter-totter provided,
* Croquet and Bocce Ball set provided,
* Corn hole boards and bags provided.

******** Licensed & Comfortable for Groups ********
⌦ Licensed by East Bay Township (License #005062),
⌦ Accommodates up to 10 guests across four bedrooms / three full bathrooms.

******** Your Northern Michigan Getaway Awaits ********
☛ Whether you're looking for thrilling outdoor recreation, peaceful lakeside relaxation, or unforgettable exploration of Northern Michigan, Spider Lake’s “Turtle Cove” is the perfect vehicle for your family's vacation experience - I promise.

☛ Come discover why we’re proud to call this special place, home.


⌘⌘ Book your stay today and start making memories at Turtle Cove!!! ⌘⌘


Quiet hours are from 10pm until 8am.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 3 bathrooms, and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with 4 bedrooms. Guests can expect to find free WiFi and a Smart TV with a DVD player. The bathroom offers a jetted tub and hair dryers. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a coffee maker. Housekeeping is available on request.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster
  • Water dispenser

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo
  • Video games
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Computer monitor
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Printer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 steps to reach entrance
  • Handrails in hallways
  • Handrails in stairways (32 inches high)
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a river
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Next to a golf course
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycle storage
  • Boat
  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Pickleball
  • Tennis
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Canoeing nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Swimming 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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycle storage
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Unit size: 1,650 square feet
  • Water dispenser

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

No fireworks permitted on premises.

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Dogs only
  • 2 total 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
Long-term renters welcome
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 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: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 25
Property Registration Number 005062

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • 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, and a deadbolt lock.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Long-term renters welcome.
  • There are no elevators.

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see around this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Traverse City and just steps from Spider Lake and Forest Lakes. You'll also find High Lake and Tibbets Lake less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at Spider Lake’s "Turtle Cove” – Your Private Northern Michigan Lakeside Escape?

Yes, there is a garage. Bicycle parking is also available for guests.

Is this vacation home associated with a casino?

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

Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?

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

Is Spider Lake’s "Turtle Cove” – Your Private Northern Michigan Lakeside Escape a good place to stay for couples?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this lakeside vacation home include a fireplace and a jetted bathtub in each house, and some feature lake view.

Does Spider Lake’s "Turtle Cove” – Your Private Northern Michigan Lakeside Escape have a hot tub?

No, but this vacation home offers jetted bathtubs in all house.

Does this vacation home offer breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

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

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

Does Spider Lake’s "Turtle Cove” – Your Private Northern Michigan Lakeside Escape have connecting rooms available?

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

Where is the closest airport to this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Cherry Capital Airport (TVC), which is 7.6 mi away (17 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Spider Lake’s "Turtle Cove” – Your Private Northern Michigan Lakeside Escape?

Yes, every house at Spider Lake’s "Turtle Cove” – Your Private Northern Michigan Lakeside Escape comes with a balcony and some offer lake views.

Spider Lake’s "Turtle Cove” – Your Private Northern Michigan Lakeside Escape Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 13 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 13 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kim H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location - house was clean and ready for us to enjoy.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Patricia P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Vaca

Our stay at Spider Lake was wonderful. Our accommodations were spot on with our needs and our host went above and beyond what we ever expected. Highly recommend this property.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Paradise on a beautiful lake!!

Tons of space, clean, incredible views, bon-fires each day, swimming, we rented a boat and docked it all week at this home. Our family had an incredible vacation and made tons of wonderful memories!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect

Perfect place with everything you can need except Wi-Fi so bring your own! Nice secluded cove great home great yard and beach dock!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sarah G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great house!

We had a fantastic week at this house! The lake is beautiful and we highly recommend renting a pontoon for a few hours so you can see all of it. The house was a good size, nicely kept, air conditioned, etc. We could have done without all the dead animal decor though lol. Highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Adam F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome Owner and house

We were up for work and had an amazing time, very clean place right on the water. Nice to come home after working and relax. We went fishing and swimming. Had 1 issues with an appliance and they were on top of it had a new one the next day. Highly recommend!!!
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Marianne S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful views

Had a great time on Spider Lake at this large and very clean property. The hill down to the lake (or rather up hill to the house) was a bit challenging for some but was worth the climb every time! The host provided wood for fires on his patio firepit and down by the beach. He also provided ideas for things to do around the area and he was spot on! The local restaurant he recommended was great and the pontoon rentals and river tubing rentals were very accommodating. The house offers many things to do, games, dvds, video games. We would highly recommend. Host was more than accommodating and friendly!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brian W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peace and quiet

Wonderful place, great accommodations, close to everything but quiet and peaceful.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

George S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location!

Awesome location! Great communication with the owner! Lots of things to do and visit in the area or a nice place to relax
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tina J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024