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Family-Friendly Lakeside Getaway in the Heart of Traverse City!

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A single-story house with a red door, surrounded by trees and a well-maintained lawn.
A living room with a fireplace, a television mounted above it, and a large window providing natural light.
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A house with a basketball court, a trampoline, and a pond.

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7.0 out of 10
Good

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4 bedrooms3 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Traverse City, MI
  • Place, Grand Traverse Bay
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Front Street
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Traverse City Beach
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Airport, Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪17 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Traverse City

This vacation home places you next to Lake Michigan and Grand Traverse Bay. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a balcony.

What's nearby

  • Grand Traverse Bay - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Front Street - 8 min drive - 6.8 miles
  • Traverse City Beach - 13 min drive - 8.1 miles
  • Village at Grand Traverse Commons - 16 min drive - 9.7 miles
  • Great Wolf Lodge Water Park - 18 min drive - 11.5 miles

Getting around

  • Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Aerie Restaurant & Lounge - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬8 min drive

About this property

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

Family-Friendly Lakeside Getaway in the Heart of Traverse City!

Hi families! Welcome to your perfect getaway in beautiful Traverse City—nestled on scenic Old Mission Peninsula, surrounded by vineyards, orchards, and East Bay views! This spacious 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom pet-friendly home offers direct lake access, unbeatable views, and loads of family-friendly fun—just 5 minutes from downtown, schools, parks, and wineries.

Traveling with kids? We’ve got you covered! Cribs, toddler beds, high chairs, strollers, toys, and baby gear are all provided—no overpacking required!

Get outside and play! Enjoy a private basketball court (with removable pickleball net!), golf clubs, yard games, and more. After a day of exploring, relax in the hot tub or unwind in your very own sauna.

Stroll local vineyards, visit farm stands, hike nearby trails, or explore downtown Traverse City’s restaurants and shops.

- Four-bedroom / three-bathroom
- Sleeps up to 10 comfortably
- Lakefront with water access
- Hot tub, sauna, and full kitchen
- Family & pet-friendly amenities
- Just minutes from wineries & downtown

Ideal for families, friend groups, or lake-loving travelers—book now and make unforgettable memories in Traverse City!

Please note: In accordance with Peninsula Township Zoning Ordinance Section 6.2.2(2)(e), all rentals in this district require a minimum stay of 30 days. Please feel free to reach out to discuss stay duration and details!
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 enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and an ironing board.

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub
  • Sauna

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats only
  • One pet 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.
  • No elevator
  • Null
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Gym
  • Pickleball

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

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Cats only
  • 1 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
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 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: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18

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, and a smoke detector.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see near this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Traverse City and just steps from Lake Michigan and Grand Traverse Bay. You'll also find Front Street and Chateau Grand Traverse within a short drive.

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, this vacation home doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is a hot tub.

Does this vacation home include breakfast service?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?

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

How close is the airport from this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Cherry Capital Airport (TVC), which is 8.6 mi away (17 minutes by car).

Family-Friendly Lakeside Getaway in the Heart of Traverse City! Reviews

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7.0

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Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 2 reviews
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2.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy
I will preface my review by saying that the host refunded us One Night’s Stay. The bedrooms and bathrooms were fine. However, I spent over four hours cleaning the outside spaces from bugs, spiders, mosquitoes, other insects, cobwebs and debris from everywhere. And another 2 hours cleaning and re-organizing the kitchen. Owners had left all cupboards, drawers and pantry overflowing with their own personal foods, Medicine bottles, vitamins, supplements, half eaten bags of crackers and potato chips, etc., Costco-sized things. Cookie sheets put away dirty. Owner’s refrig items had to be taken downstairs to their second refrigerator so we could have room for our food.Kitchen windows filthy. Shelves and windowsills were full of Knick knacks, and a big jar of cooking grease that was quite disgusting. Magnetic spice cans attached to the sides of cabinet panels, greasy and dusty. There was no paper towel, no paper napkins. Along with that, there was no welcome sheet or booklet with things about the house - wifi info, instructions, what to do with garbage and sheets upon departure, emergency procedures. !!!!It seemed as though the owner was not expecting to have guests arriving for a week’s stay at their home!!!! We spoke several times and he was willing to be helpful but not very well informed of the requirements of VRBO home rental. This was by far the worst one I’ve ever visited. I would make sure that he has made sufficient changes before renting again. Lots of kids toys available.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026