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Cozy House on High Lake, near TC

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High Lake
Property grounds
Terrace/patio
Living area
Dining

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 233.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Breakfast included
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Traverse City, MI
  • Spider Lake
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Traverse City Beach
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Centre Ice Arena
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Cozy House on High Lake, near TC

Up to 2 guests may stay in this charming, tiny lakeside house. We provide coffee, tea, hot cocoa, oatmeal and snacks; creating a self serve Bed and Breakfast in your private home. The owners are just a few steps away in their own residence and can assist with any questions or needs you may have.
The private deck has a pretty lake view, with woods on one side. A large, reserved paved parking spot is right in front of your house. Recent updates include: flooring, appliances, patio furniture, faucets, shower and couch.
The bedroom has a queen bed with all linens, extra pillows & blankets. We provide bath and hand towels, wash cloths and bath mat. The living/dining area has a large sofa with 2 recliners and a small table with 2 chairs. A complete kitchen and outside grill is available for all of your cooking needs. Smoking is not allowed inside the house. If you need to smoke outside the house, let us know so we can provide a container for your butts, ashes. There is a spacious armoire with 24+ inches of hanging space.
High Lake is a 50 acre lake, perfect for fishing and canoeing. We are only 1.5 miles from Spider Lake boat launch. We are usually able to accommodate guests who bring a small boat, just ask!
You have full access to the dock, and the lake side deck and chairs. 2 kayaks and canoes can be used at any time. Property is shared with the owners (an adult couple) who live in their own house. A window AC unit and two ceiling fans keep the house cool, and there is central gas heat for those occasional cold nights.
Come enjoy the peaceful beauty of High Lake and still be within minutes of all Traverse City attractions such as Traverse City Beaches, the cute downtown and many wonderful restaurants!
Visit Sleeping Bear Sand Dunes, Leland's fish town, Northport, Elberta, Bellaire, Elk Rapids, Torch Lake, Charlevoix, Petoskey.
Enjoy hiking at Brown Bridge (2 minutes away), High Rollaways (Kingsley), Pyramid Point, Keystone, TC Commons. Or just walk down the street to either Killingsworth or Grace McDonald parks. Another option is to cycle down the Vasa or TART trail, or kayak down the Boardman River.
Enjoy exceptional restaurants, breweries, wineries and distilleries.

Property manager

Mike & Maureen

Languages

English

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Amenities

Breakfast included
Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Lake view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 19
Check out before 11:00 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
We are a Bed and Breakfast, where the breakfast is simple, self serve and in your private house.
Smoking is not allowed in the house. This includes medicinal, vaping, cigarettes, cigars, pipes, etc. It is allowed outside.

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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Traverse City

Located in Traverse City, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Shoppers can check out Front Street, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Lake Michigan and Grand Traverse Bay. Centre Ice Arena and Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf 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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Traverse City, MI

What's nearby

  • Arbutus Lake - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Spider Lake - 6 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Traverse City Beach - 8 min drive - 8.5 km
  • Centre Ice Arena - 10 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Traverse City State Park - 14 min drive - 9.5 km

Getting around

  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪J & S Hamburg South Airport - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Qdoba Mexican Eats - ‬16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cozy House on High Lake, near TC pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Cozy House on High Lake, near TC?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cozy House on High Lake, near TC?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Cozy House on High Lake, near TC located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is steps away from Forest Lakes and High Lake. Tibbets Lake and Arbutus Lake are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 189 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

don b.

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

weekend getaway

cabin was great,has everything you will need.nice view of the lake.lots to do in the area
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

sandee b.

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

Great Little Place to Stay

Very wonderful place to stay. Space was beautiful, peaceful and very close to Traverse City. Fishing was awesome too.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul B.

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

Wineries

Great trip and place
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashleigh L.

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

Great stay

Clean and quiet. The perfect base camp for our time in Traverse City
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim S.

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

Lovely get away

Clean and comfortable on quiet lake.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ann S.

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

Great location!!

We had a great time! Mike and Maureen were extremely accommodating and the lake house was perfect, it had everything we needed
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather C.

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

Perfect Fall Weekend Stay!

Loved staying at this cottage! Hosts were great, and every need was anticipated. Setting was absolutely gorgeous and peaceful. Perfect headquarters for our weekend in TC. Would definitely stay here again! Thanks so much to our hosts Mike and Maureen!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie L.

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

Great little lake house!

We loved our stay at the house. My husband enjoyed kayaking on the lake in the evening, The house had everything we needed for a relaxing getaway. Proximity to Traverse City and Sleeping Bear Dunes was great too.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katrina N.

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

Northern Michigan Vacation

This little cottage was perfect for our stay. Quiet, relaxing but close enough to see the sites. ❤️
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole H.

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

Small cabin for 2 people

The cabin was clean, cozy, and quiet. The hosts were very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paige A.

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

Lovely little place!

Property was very clean and well kept. Swimming in the lake was great!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Terry K.

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

Quiet pretty lake

Very relaxing. Enjoyed our stay. Good restaurant recommendations. If back in area, will stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda P.

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

Fun stay at cozy cabin

Nice cottage, just the right size for two people. The host thought of everything that you might need. Mike and Maureen are very nice friendly hosts!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

George P.

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

Confortable and easy!

Everything was as advertised. Great visit!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristen J.

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

Wonderful stay

My husband and I had a wonderful time at this charming cottage on High Lake. The place has everything you would need to relax or be busy. The hosts Mike and Maureen were friendly and welcoming giving us recommendations from hiking to restaurants etc…. Will stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We loved our stay at this property which was conveniently located to Traverse City. The host communicated clearly with us and met us upon arrival. The property is very clean and had everything we needed for our 2 night stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Evelyn D.

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

Excellent place

My wife and I really enjoyed our stay. Mike and Maureen are great hosts. The property was very clean and so quiet. We enjoyed sitting out on the dock and listening to the loon.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura S.

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

Cozy Couple Getaway

Great location, great hosts, quiet and spotless! Great place to relax and recharge or explore the beautiful Traverse City area.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Preston K., Baton Rouge

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

Peaceful Lake Cottage

Perfect for a couple looking for a relaxing getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sheilah B.

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

Great location/Very relaxing

Very convenient location for everything in and around Traverse City. The cottage was a great place to relax after a busy day seeing the sights.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kathy M.

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

Nice little house

Great stay, good location and excellent hosts. Would definitely go back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tina M.

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

Beautiful place

Very cute little guest house . Clean and comfortable, nice host.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

laura d.

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

Relaxing and quite

We heard loons on the lake in the morning
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kaprina S.

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

This is the spot.

Whether you want to stay in and relax or get busy around town this is a great place to begin and end each of your days.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ann G.

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

Quiet and Relaxing

We had a wonderful stay, nice view and close to town
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2019

About the host

Hosted by Mike & Maureen

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Languages:

English