
Holiday rentals with lake access in Grand Traverse Bay
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Cozy Lil Red Cabin; Water Frontage, Dog Friendly!
This cozy cabin, is tucked away on the lake in a small town of Ellsworth. Private single story cabin nestled into the woods with a beautiful hiking trail that leads you to the personal lake front, for swimming, kayaking and even ice fishing. Perfect cabin for a getaway or stay with your family. Incredible views of six mile lake, and just a small drive into town for activities to do like beach access cozy home town restaurants and fun for families. Nearby snowmobile trails, so bring your sled! S

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.

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!

Bluewater Bliss - Your Private Lakefront Retreat
Bluewater Bliss is a beautifully furnished 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath lakefront home on scenic Cedar Lake. Located minutes from downtown Traverse City. Sleeping up to 8 guests, this peaceful retreat offers private waterfront, where you can enjoy Cedar Lake’s emerald-green glow. Enjoy the perfect blend of convenience and tranquility just minutes from Traverse City’s dining, shopping, and attractions, yet tucked away in a peaceful setting ideal for a restful night’s sleep. STR#: 2025-67 exp. 12/31/25.

Lime Lake Therapy-HotTub/PingPong/Private Dock/Ski
Quintessential up north cabin beautifully situated on a private hilltop setting with stunning lake views. Immaculate with soaring ceilings, open floor plan, & solid surface counters. Main floor master bedroom suite overlooking the sparkling blue waters of Lime Lake. Front porch and covered lakeside deck for enjoying nature and gorgeous water views. Private frontage across the street with a NEW dock, fire pit and picnic area. Pure, beautiful Leelanau at its best! 39 min. to ski Crystal Mt.!

Stunning Waterfront, Updated TC Condo with Pool!
Have this updated, waterfront condo be your home away from home while visiting the Traverse City area! This condo sits on East Bay with unobstructed views of the water. In the summer, hang poolside between exploring Traverse City hot spots. This condo offers one bedroom with a King bed with an additional queen sleeper sofa in the living room. Full kitchen is perfect for making up any meal and enjoying it on the balcony overlooking the water. Long day of hiking? Soak in the complex hot tub.

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.

The Loon at Brigadoon
A cozy cabin decked out in modern style with full kitchen, full bath, and large deck with gas grill. Open the atrium-style double doors to enjoy the extra living space! It’s a unique getaway for couples - not really suitable for children. Short walk to lake. Canoe and kayaks provided. Ten minutes to Torch Lake and Lake Michigan. Great eating and shopping in nearby Charlevoix, Petoskey, and Boyne City. One hour to Mackinac Island ferry. Also see our Rustic Cabin on Toad Lake listing!

Cheerful Six Mile Lake Log Cabin.
Enjoy the coziness of a bygone era while staying in this 1940s quaint, storybook log cabin. The Hawks Nest has been lovingly restored to its original glory while having all the modern-day amenities woven through its clean 380 sq. ft. space. Retreat to the spacious covered porch to relax and view the acre-and-half property leading down to 100ft of 6Mile Lake frontage. Star gaze while relaxing in the comfortable, Amish-built gilding chairs around the spacious, paver fire pit area .

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.

The Round Haven with Big Glen Lake Access
Experience living in the round. This recently renovated home is a super energy efficient 30 ft diameter circle. We are situated in the heart of Sleeping Bear National Lakeshore and a 300 ft walk to a secluded public access on Big Glen Lake. A place to adventure, relax and restore: this home is designed for sustainability and comfort. The perfect home base to explore the wonder of Sleeping Bear and surrounding quaint towns. We hope you find inspiration and rejuvenation.

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.
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Lake Street Retreat

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Urban Gem: Mins to Beach & Downtown W/Hot tub!

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

Woodland Trail House

Near Lakes/Rivers/Skiing w/Hot tub/Kayaks & More!

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- Boyne Mountain Resort
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