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The Pull-String Penthouse @ Timberline Flats

Apartment with kitchen, near Lake Michigan

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Beach
Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, cookware/dishes/utensils
Living area
Outdoor dining
Exterior

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Traverse City, MI
  • Place, Front Street
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Traverse Area District Library
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Clinch Park Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪7 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Traverse City

This apartment places you within a 10-minute stroll of Traverse Area District Library and Front Street. The apartment includes a kitchen, a refrigerator, and a microwave.
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What's nearby

  • Front Street - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Traverse Area District Library - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Clinch Park Beach - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • City Opera House - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Traverse City Visitor Center - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪The Filling Station Microbrewery - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Little Fleet - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Bubba's - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

The Pull-String Penthouse @ Timberline Flats

The Pull-String Penthouse @ Timberline Flats
Bedroom 1: Queen Bed

This unique and spacious apartment in the heart of downtown Traverse City will immerse your in historic charm with lights on pullstrings, reminiscent of the turn of the century. This delightful apartment features a bedroom with a queen bed, a cozy living room, a convenient kitchenette (no stove), and a well-appointed bathroom. Nestled in a bustling area, you're just steps away from downtown's vibrant attractions, dining, and entertainment. Experience Traverse City in old world style at the Pullstring Penthouse!

Other things to note:
This is an old building which has been lovingly renovated one apartment at a time. It is safe, comfortable and clean but also very quirky and definitely not perfect. You would be disappointed if you expected a modern exterior. But, the apartments are newly remodeled, plush, and comfortable. It is a blast to stay here, and it is hard to find a closer room to downtown at such a reasonable price.

Living in the middle of the fun, sometimes means you can hear street noises from local businesses (late night dance music) or traffic. White noise machines available in the unit to block out unwanted noise and potentially promote more restful sleep.

OUTDOORS
Shared outdoor space nestled right on the TART Trail

INDOORS
Unique themed decor, plush furnishings, flat-screen TV, air conditioning

KITCHEN
Kitchenette with coffee maker, microwave, fridge, toaster

PARKING
A private parking area is directly behind the building with one dedicated spot per unit

Why Choose Elevated Homes & Hospitality?

Complimentary with EVERY reservation:
* One complimentary bottle of Left Foot Charley Seasonal Hard Cider
⋆ Free Gym Access @ Formative Fitness (please message for details)
⋆ 10% off each TC Brew Bus reservation
⋆ $5 off per Kayak, Bike & Brew reservation
⋆ 10% off any rental at Paddle TC
⋆ $15 off any motorized rental at TC Watersports
* 15% off any rental/package with Memories Traverse City

NEED PEACE OF MIND? CHECK OUT OUR DAMAGE WAIVER PROTECTION!
With every Elevated Homes & Hospitality stay you will receive an affordable travel investment that pays for itself and helps provide our guest with a peace of mind. It provides five VERY important coverage guarantees to make you feel more confident when you book with us!

Cancellation Guarantee
Allows you as the guest to cancel your reservation for any reason up to 7 days prior to check in and receive a full refund (minus the damage waiver protection fee)

Inclement Weather
Some weather conditions can prevent or delay travel, no worries, our staff will work with you on canceling or moving your dates (depending on availability)

Damage Coverage
Covers you up to $250 dollars of unintentional accidents to the property (any damages that exceed the $250, intentional or unintentional (charged to the credit card on file)

24 On-Call Maintenance

Happy Stays App
Browse the hotspots such as restaurants and popular wineries, see property info, browse attractions, claim discounted offers included in your stay, and so much more in one convenient place

14 Day Refresh Provided
Elevated Homes & Hospitality requires a 14 day refresh for any guest staying longer than 30 days with us. This wonderful service provides you with a fresh linen exchange, amenity restocking and a light clean to freshen up the home. Please note there will be an additional fee for this amenity.

Other things to note:
*Smoking is strictly prohibited (violations will result in incurring fees)
*Failure to return key upon check-out will result in a $200 replacement fee

We welcome you to come Stay & Play Like a Local!
​​​​​​​Permit Number: 008490
The apartment is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and space to spread out with a separate bedroom. The apartment also includes a coffee maker.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
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 doesn't allow pets

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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
  • Check-in: 4:00 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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • 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 fire extinguisher and a smoke detector.

Property is also known as

The Pull String Penthouse
465652
The Pull-String Penthouse Traverse City
The Pull-String Penthouse Private vacation home
The Pull-String Penthouse Private vacation home Traverse City

Frequently asked questions

What can I see close to this apartment?

Based on positive ratings, guests enjoy the apartment's walkable location in Traverse City, and it's within a 10-minute walk of Front Street, Traverse Area District Library, and Old Town Playhouse. You'll also find Lake Michigan and Clinch Park Beach less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at this apartment?

No, there isn't parking at this apartment.

Is this apartment adjacent to a casino?

No, this apartment is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this apartment?

No, there is no indoor pool at this apartment.

What do couples enjoy most about The Pull-String Penthouse @ Timberline Flats?

Amenities at this apartment that appeal to couples include a kitchen in each apartment with kitchens in some.

Are there hot tubs at The Pull-String Penthouse @ Timberline Flats?

No, this apartment doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this apartment include breakfast service?

No, this apartment doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this apartment allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at this apartment.

How far is the airport from this apartment?

The closest major airport to this apartment is Cherry Capital Airport (TVC), which is 4 mi away (8 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at The Pull-String Penthouse @ Timberline Flats?

No, there aren't any apartments with balconies at The Pull-String Penthouse @ Timberline Flats.

The Pull-String Penthouse @ Timberline Flats Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 20 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 20 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 20 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 20 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 20 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

LANA K.

Liked: Cleanliness
everything was fine except the heater did not adequately heat the space and the roku tv was tricky. excited for the remodeling!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tod S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Tasha J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Reese F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Description to this listing was mostly accurate. For the price, this is a safe place to stay with a roof over your head. I would not suggest this as a place to stay if you plan to spend most of your time in the VRBO as it is quite small. A few suggestions I would have to make this space a bit better is remove/replace the couch cover as it has holes and does not look the most pleasant. Also the bathroom door desperately needs to be shimmed or shaved on the top. Closing and opening this door posed worries that we were going to break the door handle off. Other than these small flaws, this property had everything that was explained in the posting. The nightclub near the rear of the building was not too loud over the weekend but you could definitely hear it until they closed at 2am (keeping the fan that was provided on helped drown out the noise a lot). The onsite parking is an added bonus, but it should be known that when all rooms are full in this building, this parking lot can really only accommodate smaller vehicles, as the spots are rather tight.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Warren W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Couch desperately needs replacing. We enjoyed the location more than the cramped unit. However, the unit did have a certain offbeat charm.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Colleen M., Knoxville

Liked: Cleanliness
The unit was a bit smaller than expected but the bed was comfortable. We were out most of the day and only there in the evening, so basic accommodations and good sleeping conditions were what we were seeking. The building is vintage and so is the kitchen. The kitchen had a vintage sink and space for a single plug in countertop burner, so you could not do a lot of cooking, and it has a dorm size under the counter fridge, which was perfectly adequate for the few perishables we had. We ate breakfast in the unit. There was a brewery within walking distance, literally 2 blocks away, so that was a very convenient place to eat in the evening. Driving and walking are pretty easy in the city, and it was easy to get in and out of the parking lot the building had. The host was very friendly and communicative and we exchanged several messages. Check in and check out information was very clear. The only possible issue for some may be that there was a small dance club across the street that was kind of noisy, but the air conditioning unit covered up most of that noise, so decent sleep was still possible for us. We stayed for 3 nights, which was a good amount of time to stay here.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Michelle J.

Liked: Cleanliness
The property could use some structural updates. The back outdoor stairs were blocked off because the stairway was twisted and not sound.The interior stairway stair treads were carpeted, but the treads were sagging and likely rotten underneath.The unit itself was clean and adequately stocked, bed and pillows very comfy. Nice little stash of coffee and creamers for the morning. :)The (very small) shower should have a new shower head installed, one that would allow it to be on a handle that could be adjusted upwards, as I’m 5’8 and had to squat down about 4” to get under the spray to wash and rinse my hair, as the shower head came about to my nose…..Lastly, the unit I had was in the back of the house and across the street from the house is a small night club that had music blaring and bass thumping until 2:30 am Sat night of my stay. So glad I had no need to be up early Sun AM. (I also noticed that the road behind the unit, where you park, seems to be a well traveled route for the city’s homeless. I saw at least 6 people pushing their carts and such back there over the weekend. Maybe the road leads to shelter?) No issues, just a little unsettling. On the plus side, The property manager (Troy) was a great communicator and got the heat working in the unit, so that was a win. Overall though, the property was a bit disappointing.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ken S.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Rice L.

Liked: Cleanliness
place was clean and convenient, tight quarters so moving around the bed was a challenge, also floor isn't level so the bed appeared to be on an incline. My wife and I were always rolling to one side. shower is tiny but functional. Also, the smoke/CO detector went off in middle of night for no apparent reason one night. That was obviously disturbing
Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Robin M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Traverse City Lodging

The place looked better in the pictures than in person. The couch in particular had seen better days and the cover on the couch wasn’t attractive and kept falling off. Our room was next to the back steps which were rickety and unsafe. Could have used the front steps which were more useable but our room was next to the back steps and the parking lot so it made sense to use those steps. Location was adequate but not necessarily close to the action in town. Walkable? Yes but was too far for an out of shape 72 year old. A bicycle would have been helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

matt h.

Liked: Cleanliness
Good location!Thanks
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Alyssa A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Short Stay

This property worked great for our Mini Moon for just a few days. We spent most of our time exploring TC. The location was walkable for some of the activities we planned but not all. Exactly what we expected for the budget friendly price.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gavin

Great downtown spot 👍
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Location

This is an older property with typical issues related to older architecture. This is a great property for someone who wants to spend there time out-n-about in Traverse City. Lots of stuff is easily within walking distance. A bike shop with rentals is just down the street. It is only a few minute ride to downtown TC. Great communication with the management of the property
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Nathan C.

It was a place to stay…

There was some confusion regarding checkin with the initial communication/instruction due to a change in the hosts process. All in all, check in was otherwise quite smooth. The place was very clean with the exception of the shower, which was very tiny. There was some mildew at the bottom corner of the shower curtain that flaked off into the shower. Additionally, around the seams of the shower surround it was black and unpleasant looking. The location was great for access to all of the things that we wanted to see and do. A drawback to the neighborhood is that there was a dance club across the street that had incredibly loud bass that you could feel reverberate throughout the apartment as you were trying to sleep. Property manager was communicative and helpful with questions as they arose, but it was initially unclear what phone number should be called to reach them.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

6/10 Okay

Emma M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Pull String Stay

Property was priced cheap, but needs major updates. Shower is sized for a child, bed is creaky and uncomfortable. Ceiling paint over the bed is also peeling/looks like it’s going to fall on you. You could hear residents/other renters walking like they were right on top of you at all hours. Host kept asking for us for a 5 star review in exchange for a good review on our end. I don’t like that pressure, I want to be honest for future renters. We would not stay here again based on the almost doubling of nightly rates unless it was majorly updated. Honestly wouldn’t stay again even if it was at the same rate again. Spend more for a better place. Traverse city has a lot more to offer than this!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rita M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Anniversary Getaway

The French Cat is in a great location, close to the bay and all the downtown fun! The apartment was very clean, small, but had all the room and amenities we needed. And Troy was an attentive host - his instructions for our check in were detailed, was quick to respond to our inquiries, and made check out a breeze. Thanks for a great getaway!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

jen p., Mesa, AZ

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location but property needs some updates

The location was wonderful; lots to do within walking distance and much more within a 5 minute drive. Note this is a 2nd story unit so you must haul luggage upstairs. The place is cute but needs some updating and repairs. Shower was tiny and showerhead very low so ideal for short people. No ceiling fan in bedroom but there was a floor fan in living room we moved into bedroom.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alison R., Chicago

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location and price for a stay in Traverse City

We had a wonderful time on our visit! A seemingly historic building with parking and a place to lock up our bikes which we appreciated. Spacious bathroom with a shower, bedroom and living kitchen area was all we needed. Quick walk to downtown and very close to Boardman Lake and the Tart Trail.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Katie L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent value and location

I was very impressed with this property. The location couldn’t be better with everything very accessible downtown. The property was very comfortable, clean, and with a cool vibe. Would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021