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Relax & make memories on Lake Ann! Central to Traverse City/Sleeping Bear Dunes

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LA Cottage - home for your stay!
Sunrise over Lake Ann
Sunset over Lake Ann
Newly added entry bench by the driveway door.
Newly added laminate vinyl flooring throughout most of the main level.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 9176.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Lake Ann, MI
  • Interlochen Center for the Arts
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Turtle Creek Stadium
    ‪25 min drive‬
  • Front Street
    ‪27 min drive‬
  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪33 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Single Bunk Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

Living Room 2

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Relax & make memories on Lake Ann! Central to Traverse City/Sleeping Bear Dunes

*Many upgrades were made to LA Cottage in Spring of 2022 including laminate vinyl flooring, fresh paint, lighting and decor-photos have been updated.

Located about 20 minutes west of Traverse City between Interlochen and Beulah (Crystal Lake). We have been coming here for over 25 years and would like to share our "piece of heaven" with your family. Our lake home is suitable for families with all ages, a fun girls getaway, or 'seasoned' couples.
This is a 4 bedroom/2 bath lake home that comfortably sleeps 9 in beds. There also are two sleeper sofas: one in the Great Room upstairs (Queen-sized) and one in the lower level room (Full-sized) on site. Those rooms each have televisions. Our favorite area is the 3 season room where a lot of your time will be spent when not outside. The house is also equipped with a full kitchen, dining area and laundry.
The lake home sits on 110' of sandy frontage on our beautiful, peaceful and family-sized 576 acre all sports lake. Lake Ann is a spring fed lake and is one of the cleanest in Northern Michigan! Fish for blue gill, sunfish, bass, pike and brown trout. We offer a fishing boat and 4 kayaks for your use. The L-shaped dock has a sun deck with a sandy swim area and a swim raft which is great for all ages to enjoy! You can relax in one of the two hammocks or on the large two level deck with great views of the lake; watch for the bald eagles to fly by or the loons to do some fishing just past the end of the dock. Near the shore there is a nice level grassy area where you can have fun and play yard games. We also offer a fire pit where you can roast hot dogs and make s'mores while singing your favorite campfire songs or tell stories around the fire. The neighborhood is a great place to walk, jog or ride bikes.
The town of Lake Ann is just minutes away where you will find Lake Ann
Brewery (live entertainment), Stone Oven Restaurant, Lake Ann Grocery Store ("If we don't have it; you don't need it"), Red Door Coffee Shop, a public boat launch and a park.
Lake Ann is a short 20-30 minute drive to Traverse City and the National Cherry Festival, Glen Arbor and the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Park, Crystal Mountain Ski Resort and Spa, Interlochen National School of the Arts and much, much more. Nearby attractions: Moomer's Ice Cream, the Cherry Bowl Drive-in Theater, the Traverse City Pit Spitters (baseball), 25 Wineries, 19 championship golf courses and terrific restaurants for the foodies in the group! This area offers something for everyone in every season.
If you have not been able to spend some time in Northern Michigan in the Fall...the colors are incredible! And Winter is definitely a wonderland of snow! The number of tourist are down from the summer months; so it is a great time to try out some of the restaurants, wineries, breweries or golf courses!

Property manager

Lynne Nyberg

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Lake Ann

Located in Lake Ann, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Lake Ann Historical Society Museum and Kresge Auditorium are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Village at Grand Traverse Commons and Hippie Tree. Burnett Park and Great Wolf Lodge Water Park are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Lake Ann, MI

What's nearby

  • Interlochen Center for the Arts - 14 min drive - 13.7 km
  • Village at Grand Traverse Commons - 24 min drive - 24.2 km
  • Turtle Creek Stadium - 25 min drive - 24.6 km
  • Bass Lake - 26 min drive - 23.4 km
  • Front Street - 27 min drive - 27.0 km

Getting around

  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wendy's - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Dilbert's - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Papa J's Pizzeria - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Bradley's Pub & Grille - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Light of Day Organics - ‬17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Relax & make memories on Lake Ann! Central to Traverse City/Sleeping Bear Dunes pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Relax & make memories on Lake Ann! Central to Traverse City/Sleeping Bear Dunes?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Relax & make memories on Lake Ann! Central to Traverse City/Sleeping Bear Dunes?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Relax & make memories on Lake Ann! Central to Traverse City/Sleeping Bear Dunes located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Sanford Lake and Sanford Lake Park. Shavenaugh Lake and Marys Lake are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Cathy S.

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

We loved it here!

This was our family's third stay in this lovely home & we enjoyed every minute. We viewed the Northern lights across the lake on the first night, explored with the kayaks, listened to the loons & played lawn games. It was an easy trip to Traverse City and Sleeping Bear Dunes. The cottage & beds were comfortable and there is a well supplied kitchen. All that you could ask for!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Richard K.

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

Fishing Lake Ann

The house was perfect for us to work and fish.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cathy S.

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

Home away from home!

We loved every minute! Beautifully well appointed home with great views on a lovely lake. The house had everything we needed and more. The yard is nice for lawn games, and the kayaks were fun. There also is a lot to do in the area, we’ll be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul B.

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

Just what was needed.

I grew up vacationing in the Lake Ann area with my family, but stopped going when I was in high school. The memories I have I cherish dearly so having to opportunity to relive those memories while making new ones with my partner, daughter, son, and my be friends family was amazing. Thank you to Lynne and her family for opening their home. You will not be disappointed if you choose to stay there.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeff F.

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

Relaxing and beautiful 4 season room

There were 7 adults and two children for our stay. The king bed we stayed in was very comfortable! The sandy beach in front was great for the grandkids and the dock was great for our boat! Would stay again but probably sleeps six adults best!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

KEN Z.

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

Great place on Lake Ann

Don't hesitate to stay here. Beautiful, well kept home. Great location! Beautiful view of the lake from the 3 season porch. Comfortable beds. All together a wonderful spot for vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heidi G.

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

Fall color vacation

The property was perfectly suited for our family getaway. We were celebrating a couple of birthdays and our anniversary. The location had easy access to all of the areas we were wanting to visit. Lake Ann is a beautiful lake and the home is close to the state park with hiking and biking trails. The town of Lake Ann has an amazing restaurant and brewery. The property is easy to find, has ample parking and lots of outdoor space. The house was very comfortable and had ample space for everyone. The kitchen was the most well equipped of any rental we have stayed in which made cooking and eating in a joy as well. The views were incredible from inside or out. The hosts were very friendly, flexible, and helpful. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shayne B.

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

Excellent Location, Activities, and View

This property was top notch! Multiple lake activities available for guests, cleanliness was superb, location was ideal for an up north feel, lots of kitchen/dinning essentials were available, and the view of the lake was wonderful. Highly recommend for either a peaceful getaway or an lake activity filled vacation!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Patricia F.

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

A wonderful vacation

This is a lovely and well supplied lakefront home. It has all of the amenities ! There are puzzles, books, canoes, float toys, and even a bit of sand ! The decks are wonderful to sit on outside but the real gem is the sunroom shaded by trees. We will definitely come back!
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Axa T.

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

Family stay

We enjoyed our stay. It’s a beautiful cabin and the sights are breathtaking. Small detail, Bedrooms upstairs small and hard to control heat to feel comfortable. Bedding clean and mattresses comfortable. Beautiful lake, and the owner thought about every detail to make your stay pleasant. Great communication with owner. We are definitely coming back. Thanks Lynne!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Cindy R.

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

Lake Ann

Lovely lot and home.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cathy S.

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

Love, love, love this place!

Perfect get-away for our family with beautiful surroundings! This was the best stocked place we’ve ever stayed. Fluffy towels, comfy beds, and we made good use of the Sun Room. We used the kayaks every day, and enjoyed the fire pit and hammock. The host was extremely responsive, too. The week went by way too fast. Can’t wait to come back next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen M.

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

Great Location

The cottage had lots of space for all our different group members. Wifi and cable TV worked fine. It is close to a large grocery store in Interlochen. Plenty of parking space for 3 or 4 cars. We did not use the small bunk bed room except to set up a portable baby crib. Kayaks, baby swing, and long dock.... all great!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kiara W.

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

Perfect Lake House!

This house was the perfect place to gather with family and enjoy each other, the beautiful lake and explore the surrounding area. Plenty of space to enjoy being together and also have some alone time. Loved the big sun room, and watching the sunset from the pier or a kayak. Great hiking and mountain biking trails a few blocks from the property! The house wise well stocked and had everything we needed and then some! We loves it and would happily repeat this vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kevin M.

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

Great for family lake trip

House had a great yard and screen porch/deck area! Plenty of room for seven adults and an infant.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michelle K.

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

Great place

Awesome place to stay! Has everything you need.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Quinten W.

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

A Cozy Thanksgiving

We stayed over Thanksgiving and had a wonderful time. It turned out to be cold and snowy all weekend, but the property was warm and cozy. It was very clean and everything was well maintained. We felt very comfortable. The location works great for trips to Sleeping Bear Dunes and Traverse City.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Beth B.

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

Perfect

My sisters and I spent 4 days here. It was perfect, clean, well-supplied, and plenty of space. The sun porch was our favorite spot for early morning coffee.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Stacey M.

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

Beautiful lake

We enjoyed our time at the cottage. There were many things provided and in a great location.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lynn M.

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

God’s Country

Lake Ann was a nice hidden area. We had everything we needed and more at our lodging spot. I will definitely go back. Lynne was a perfect host. My sister from Arizona, her husband and Aunt and Uncle had an amazing time. They said it was “God’s Country” where we stayed.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tony and Joanna M.

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

Always our favorite place in TC

We really enjoy this perfect spot on Lake Ann. The house is clean and neat, with ample room for our family and entry of things to do!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

LuAnn O.

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Excellent stay on a beautiful lake!

This summer home was the perfect location for our multi-generational gatherings. Our family had cottages in the area, and we gathered for evening meals, bonfires and swimming - playing in the lake. The entire home reflected the fun and family focus that the owners wished to express. We hope to return again some year.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly m.

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Enjoyed our stay

We enjoyed our stay. Lake and cabin were very nice. My husband,my two boys (5&7) and father in law enjoyed fishing right off the dock and in row boat. Mother in law is an early bird and enjoyed beautiful sun rises from the sun room.Property was great for boys to run around and enjoy. We would definitely stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

8/10 Good

Jennifer T.

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

Cottage on Lake Ann delivers

Can’t get any closer to the lake! This cottage is like staying at your grandmas house...in a good way. The kitchen is well worn with love. And the furniture has seen tons of family and friends. Major pluses were the bed linens and bath towels and comfortable beds.The towels were a plenty and the two main floor beds were comfortable. Plus there were tons of hooks and towel bars to hang 8 towels and suits. MINOR minuses was the outdated furniture. Our party of 8 would have liked two extra seats on the outdoor deck table for dinner. We took full advantage of using the fishing row boat and kayaks every day. Although some of the kayaks had broken seats. This community lake was a perfect lake to rent jet skis which pulled a tube, for a day. We opted to rent a pontoon boat on the larger lake, Lake Leeleneau. Lake Ann is peaceful and quiet. We enjoyed a fire almost every night. And appreciated the plentiful firewood. Location is 30 minutes from all the popular tourist spots. So its perfect. Personally, we will return and stay on a larger lake. But we enjoyed our time immensely at the cottage on Lake Ann
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

Home Away From Home

What an amazing property! We felt at home as soon as we walked thru the front door, it never felt like we were renters. Lynne had everything you would need PLUS more! Everything was very clean, I remember climbing into the bed our first night and it smelled so clean and fresh. Our favorite room was the sun room which had the perfect view of the backyard and lake. We spent lots of time in that room enjoying coffee and our family. Lynne had every game imaginable for our family to enjoy. Both outside decks faced the lake and were perfect for eating/drinking and enjoying time outside with our family. My family and I have already discussed renting this again during the summer. Also, my son forgot his scale at the lake house, Lynne immediately reached out to me for my address to get it mailed to our house, she went Above and Beyond! This place is a true GEM!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020

About the host

Hosted by Lynne Nyberg

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Both of our families live in the East Lansing/Okemos area. Our escapes up north are a little bit of heaven for us all!

Why they chose this property

My brother and I have been vacationing in the Traverse City area for our entire lives. Our two families purchased the cottage from our parents who had owned it for 20+ years. We were not willing to give up the fun times and the precious memories that were created here over the years. We would like our children and their future children to love Northern Michigan as much as we do. We hope that you and your family will too.

What makes this property unique

Lake Ann is an all sports lake without the crazy traffic and noise of some of the larger lakes. Your family will feel safe boating here.

The views of the lake or a long lazy nap in one of the two hammocks are what you will daydream about in the middle of the long Michigan winter.

Languages:

English