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Private sandy beachfront on the West Bay in TC
Beachfront vacationing with your own private apartment on the West Bay facing Power Island. Just steps away from putting your feet in the sand and crystal clear water! Your own private deck with comfortable lounge chairs, eating table and chairs right next to a beautiful garden and potted flowers (seasonal). 2 Kayaks, 3 paddle-boards, bonfire (w/chairs, wood, lighter and lighter fluid provided for you; Smore's ingredients w/request). Lounge chairs on the beach, cornhole, BBQ Grill & much more...

The Pennington *HotTub *King Bed *Traverse City
Private Hot Tub! Overlooking our Private Lake with amazing view. Review's *This place is INCREDIBLE! *Amazing start to our honeymoon *Thank you for the beautiful stay *It is truly the best place to call home in the area *Private outside entrance *Self check in *Fully Stocked kitchen *Private laundry *55 inch tv with Netflix *100+ Mbps Fiber Optic WIFI *A/C *17 miles to Crystal Mountain *Traverse City 14 miles *Sleeping Bear Dunes Great restaurants close by Centrally located Fiber Optic Wi-FI

Steps to Beach|Hot Tub|Fireplace|A NorthCoast Gem
Feel the allure of this elegant 1940s North Coast Log Chalet. This fully remodeled chalet seamlessly blends vintage charm with modern amenities & trendy design. Cozy up by the stunning stone fireplace, relax in the hot tub under glimmering string lights & towering pines, or gather by a creek-side fire. Nestled on the rippling flow of Mitchell Creek, steps to the beach, nature in the city locale, a timeless log cabin aura. For those seeking an enchanting Northern escapade in the heart of it all.

Quiet freshly renovated two bedroom lake house
Peaceful pet friendly 2 Bed/2 Bath house off a private drive on Spider lake with 100' frontage. House interior has been renovated kitchen, baths, hardwood floors, leather furniture, 60" 4K Smart TV with HD cable and high-speed internet. Includes complimentary(2) kayaks, a paddle board, mountainbikes and firewood. 16ft Pontoon boat available for rent. Whether your in Traverse for summer adventure, fine dining, wine tasting business or visting friends and family this is a great place to relax.

Bluewater Bliss - Your Private Lakefront Retreat
Bluewater Bliss is located minutes from downtown Traverse City on Cedar Lake. This lakefront retreat is a completely furnished 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath home that will sleep 8. Cedar Lake has an unforgettable majestic green glow that will make you want to explore the lake. Bluewater allows you to be near all of the exciting happenings Traverse City has to offer still while enjoying a quiet and peaceful nights sleep. Private waterfront on the West side of Traverse City. STR#: 2024-67 exp. 12-31-25.

The Hobbit House on Spider Lake
Welcome to our Hobbit House on the lake in Northern Michigan! This private cottage is nestled within a quiet cove of scenic Spider Lake, just east of Traverse City. With two bedrooms and an open-concept kitchen and living room, the Hobbit House can sleep six people — perfect for a group getaway. The outdoor accommodations are endless with a front porch, beach patio, and dock to relax on the water. Guests have plenty of space to soak up the summer sun. Book your stay at the Hobbit House today!

Harmony House, Interlochen, Lakefront retreat
Enjoy four seasons of beauty in a private downstairs guest suite with a bedroom, living room, bathroom, and dining/breakfast nook with a Keurig, microwave and small fridge (no kitchen). Walk out the door to the lakefront where you can lounge in the sun, use the kayaks, and make a fire. Located 3 miles from Interlochen Arts Academy, it is an easy drive to Traverse City, Sleeping Bear Dunes, Crystal Mountain, biking, hiking and running trails and award-winning golf and disc golf courses.

Northern MI Escapes: House with Private Beach
Spacious and cozy home to vacation with your family or friends that is out of the hustle and bustle of town but close to it all! A 12 minute drive to downtown Traverse City and 9 minute drive to Suttons Bay. With ample space you can enjoy the breath taking views of Lake Michigan in Grand Traverse West Bay. Includes: fully stocked gourmet kitchen, pool table, private beach located directly across the road, beach chairs, towels, umbrella, cooler, and paddleboard. License #2025-63.

Luxurious Firehouse Apartment in Downtown Traverse
Step away from cookie-cutter condos and into an extraordinary living space. The Firehouse One Building was the first Fire Station in the city, constructed back in 1891 and thoughtfully renovated in 2022. With 3 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms, this is the largest of 6 beautiful vacation rentals in the building. With 12 foot tall ceilings accented with hand hammered tin and floor to ceiling brick walls throughout, this incredible loft can comfortably accommodate 8 overnight guests.

Downtown w/Hot tub, on Front St w/ Bay view! 3
This newly renovated building is on Front St in the heart of Traverse City with views of the Boardman river and West Grand Traverse Bay. This listing is for the upper unit with private access to a rooftop deck with a new hot tub! There is an outdoor dining table and two sets of 4 chairs. 2 King Beds each with their own full bathrooms w/ tile showers. High speed fiber internet, quiet and new comfortable AC and heat. Third floor but only one flight of stairs to the unit.

The Granary Northport . Rustic Modern Seclusion
Voted one of the top 85 Airbnbs by Conde Nast Traveler. The Granary is a lovingly restored two bed + one bath cabin located on 12 wooded acres with a secluded Lake Michigan beach nearby. A short drive to town will give you access to restaurants, groceries, breweries and wineries. Dogs are welcome! Please message us to discuss bringing more than 1. Absolutely no cats or other pets are allowed. We do not have a TV, but we do have fiber optic high speed internet.

Modern West Bay Cabin
Newly built modern inspired cabin situated along M22 between Traverse City and Suttons Bay. This custom-built home offers sunrise views over West Harbor Bay and private beach access across the street. Minutes from the best wineries and restaurants the north has to offer. The bright interior and vaulted ceilings create a warm space to gather. The cabin sleeps 6-8 and offers unique built in beds and outdoor shower for a rinse after a long day at the beach.
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The Burdhouse, in the heart of Traverse City

Spectacular Suttons Bay Stay - Game Room, Kayaks,

The Kaiser House *3 minutes to Down Town *Sleeps 8

Cozy 2 B/R mobile home in the Cherry Capitol!

TC Lake House|Sunsets | Kayaks | Fall Colors | M22
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Copper Falls. Short Walk To The Beach!

Peaceful Apartment

Leelanau Loft

Relax On Beautiful Silver Lake Near Traverse City.

East Leland Cottage - 1 min Walk to Lake

West End Apartment

Luxury on Chandler Lake, with kayaks! Close to TC!

The Studio at Provemont Pointe - Lake Leelanau
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4 bd / 3 ba light front home

Waterfront Cottage in Elk Rapids, Michigan

Hot Tub Getaway - Lake Cabin

New Listing! 3BR Cottage on Lake Leelanau near TC!

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Northern Echo | Waterfront, Sauna, & Fast Wi-Fi!

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- Boyne Mountain Resort
- Crystal Mountain (Michigan)
- Arcadia Bluffs Golf Club
- Forest Dunes Golf Club
- Shanty Creek Resort - Schuss Village
- Hartwick Pines State Park
- Crystal Downs Country Club
- Kingsley Club
- Avalanche Bay Indoor Waterpark
- Caberfae Peaks
- Leelanau State Park
- Otsego Lake State Park
- Hanson Hills Ski Resort
- Belvedere Golf Club
- Dunmaglas Golf Club
- Timber Wolf Golf Club
- Bonobo Winery
- Mari Vineyards
- Chateau Chantal Winery and Inn
- Brys Estate Vineyard & Winery
- Bowers Harbor Vineyards
- Blustone Vineyards
- Chateau Grand Traverse Winery
- Black Star Farms Suttons Bay