Gorgeous wooded site 15 min from the heart of Traverse City...walk to swimming!

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After your daytime Up North adventures, relax at your private, tranquil oasis.

Be serenaded by crickets as you watch fireflies, rocking in the rocker or swing

Keep the chef company from the living room in the bright, open-plan space.

All-new kitchen with Calphalon nonstick cookware, large microwave, & full oven.

Soak up the evening sunshine on the deck as the sun sets while you have dinner.

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Exceptional

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

Parking available

Barbecue grill

Washer

Outdoor space

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Explore the area

Traverse City, MI

Lake Leelanau
6 min walk
Hickory Hills Ski Area
9 min drive
Village at Grand Traverse Commons
12 min drive
Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
23 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Living Room 1

1 Queen Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Separate dining area

Garden

About this property

Gorgeous 1-acre hillside wooded retreat, newly renovated in Leelanau County wine country, with no close neighbors. Walk 6 minutes to the public dock and boat launch on Lake Leelanau to swim, kayak, and paddle board, and sunbathe, next to the family-owned Paradise Cove, with outdoor lakeshore dining and bar, ice cream stand, party store, restroom, and cozy RV campground. This bright home boasts large windows viewing flower gardens, funky folk art, and a wide range of wildlife. Birder heaven! R-e-l-a-x on the screened porch with a swing & rocking chair. Dine & grill on the deck. Cross the creek-bed footbridge to the Japanese garden's wood swing. 2 miles to Farm Club restaurant, brewery, garden, market, & farm: FarmClubTC.com. 3 miles to the paved 27-mile long TART stroller/bike/walking trail. 15 minutes to Traverse City, 25 minutes to Empire and the Lake Michigan coast, 15 minutes to artsy Suttons Bay for shopping and dining, 40 minutes to ski Crystal Mountain or Homestead. Parking for 3-4 cars or a boat/jet ski trailer. This art teacher's home follows the "yard art installation" tradition, with funky found objects throughout the winding paths under strings of lights. Centrally located for exploring wineries, shopping, Old Mission Peninsula or Point Betsie lighthouses, and fascinating regional history. The house is circa 1902, and was moved from across the street! Electric fireplace, and custom massage chair. Great IronMan Triathlon basecamp. Telecommute with highspeed internet 1 gig up/down. Pack-N-Play available. Accessible ramp, 2 shower grab-bars, & showerchair (on request).

Property manager

Jules Shellby

Premier Host

Languages

English, French

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Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

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Kitchen

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

No visitors; registered guests only.

No smoking/vaping, including porch and yard.

Don't block upper driveway or go past metal gate. Always supervise all children outdoors at all times.

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

This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Traverse City

Traverse City is home to Gorgeous wooded site 15 min from the heart of Traverse City...walk to swimming!. Shoppers can check out Front Street, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Lake Michigan and Grand Traverse Bay. Travelling with kids? Consider Great Lakes Children's Museum and Great Wolf Lodge Water Park.

Traverse City, MI

What's nearby

Lake Leelanau - 6 min walk
Village at Grand Traverse Commons - 12 min drive
Traverse City Visitor Center - 13 min drive
Front Street - 14 min drive
Great Wolf Lodge Water Park - 16 min drive

Getting around

Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

‪Ole Mexican Foods - ‬11 min drive
‪Light of Day Organics - ‬13 min drive
‪Sleder's - ‬13 min drive
‪West End Tavern - ‬10 min drive
‪Harrington's By The Bay - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Gorgeous wooded site 15 min from the heart of Traverse City...walk to swimming! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Gorgeous wooded site 15 min from the heart of Traverse City...walk to swimming!?

As of 5 Oct 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Gorgeous wooded site 15 min from the heart of Traverse City...walk to swimming! on 20 Oct 2024 start from AU$591.58, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Gorgeous wooded site 15 min from the heart of Traverse City...walk to swimming!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Gorgeous wooded site 15 min from the heart of Traverse City...walk to swimming!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Jordan Y.

18 Sept 2024

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

Wonderful Cozy Home Full of Winsome Character

This was the perfect weekend retreat for my wife, 3 month old and I. Excellent host, from the point of booking she regularly checked in to make sure all needs were met. The home has all of usual needed amenities, including a delicious surprise in the fridge! The property feels very private, while still being close to all the typical Traverse City destinations. 5/5 stars!

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robin D.

8 Sept 2024

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

Wonderful host!

We had such a lovely time at this rental! The host has excellent communication skills and was on top of every detail. Such a charming home with a great sense of style! Very relaxing and comfortable we would definitely definitely come back!

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael P.

23 Aug 2024

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

Wonderful, peaceful and comfortable

I love this place. Peace and quiet yet close to the sand dunes and Traverse City. It was a great place to do some writing, and just enjoy the quiet. The host is so helpful and responsive. It has everything I needed.

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marcia O.

13 Aug 2024

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

Two night stay at the end of Summer

Even though I had looked at the pictures of this property online, it was truly amazing! Very easy to get to (and Jules gave us detailed directions with the knowledge that some apps do not take you to the correct location. I used google maps and had no issues)., Text back with plenty of room for a boat or other watercraft behind. Walkable to the lake— We had every intention of walking across the road to a restaurant that had an outdoor tiki bar, but unfortunately, it was closed during our stay. The cottage had so many different cute little touches! The handwritten note left for us was amazing. Great communications when I was looking for extra sheets for the futon, We were obviously tired. It was a very obvious location! We love the screened in porch off the front and the second day. I was able to sit off the back deck since it stopped raining. The description of the different nuances that come with an older home, very detailed and helpful, as well as a little bit of humor thrown in! Everything has been recently remodeled down to the granite kitchen countertops, and bathroom. Not one, not two but three choices of coffee makers! I was in heaven. The bathroom was small, but we made it work even with three older teenagers and two adults! You must take some time to walk through the acreage surrounding the cottage. Such cute little accents all around! Since the restaurant was not open across the road, we went to Cedar Tavern a few miles away. Very good. Thank you so much!

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christina F.

12 Aug 2024

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

Enjoyed our stay

We enjoyed our stay in this quiet, charming location just outside of Traverse City. It is convenient to shopping, hiking, and disc golf and provided a relaxing place to recharge at the end of the day.

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024