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Family-Pet Friendly Beautiful Beach House With Spectacular Views Of The Bay

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Quiet, relaxing and scenic, only 6 miles from Traverse City.
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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 8185.8 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Williamsburg, MI
  • Grand Traverse Resort Golf Course
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Turtle Creek Casino
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Flintfields Horse Park
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Spaces

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

About this property

Family-Pet Friendly Beautiful Beach House With Spectacular Views Of The Bay

This beachfront, 4 bedroom home located 2 1/2 miles north of the Grand Traverse resort, and 6 miles north of downtown Traverse City, enjoys a spectacular view of the East Bay and its crystal clear waters. On both levels you will find 2 bedrooms along with a wood-burning fireplace (main floor only) The main floor kitchen is fully equipped, with a kitchenette in the lower level, also TV's on both floors for further convenience. There is also laundry facilities and plenty of space for cards, games and moving around.

This cozy home is ideal for families and friends. Easy beach access for boating, skiing, fishing, walking the beach, and a relaxing day in the sun. Enjoy fires on the beach or cocktails on the deck. The property is situated close enough to Traverse City to enjoy local activities and festivals and yet far enough away for quiet privacy and spectacular sunsets.

Property manager

Carole Loftis
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:30 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Family friendly!!
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Events

No events allowed
Parties and events are not allowed.
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 9 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Pet Addendum is required with reservation contract
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking outside only, please clean up any residue.

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
Note from host: Parties and events are not allowed.
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Williamsburg

Located in Williamsburg, this cottage is in the city centre and on the beach. Shoppers can check out Front Street, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Lake Michigan and Grand Traverse Bay. Travelling with kids? Consider Music House Museum and Guntzviller's Spirit of the Woods Museum. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Williamsburg, MI

What's nearby

  • Grand Traverse Resort Golf Course - 5 min drive - 4.8 km
  • Traverse City Beach - 9 min drive - 9.2 km
  • Turtle Creek Casino - 10 min drive - 11.0 km
  • Flintfields Horse Park - 12 min drive - 11.8 km
  • Front Street - 15 min drive - 14.1 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Culver's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Smoke and Porter Public House - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Bayview Inn Restaurant Bar - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Stone Hound Brewing - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Family-Pet Friendly Beautiful Beach House With Spectacular Views Of The Bay pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Family-Pet Friendly Beautiful Beach House With Spectacular Views Of The Bay?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Family-Pet Friendly Beautiful Beach House With Spectacular Views Of The Bay?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Family-Pet Friendly Beautiful Beach House With Spectacular Views Of The Bay located?

Located in Williamsburg, this beachfront cottage is in the city centre and within 2 mi (3 km) of Lake Michigan, LochenHeath Golf Club and Music House Museum. Grand Traverse Resort Golf Course is 2.9 mi (4.7 km) away.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 63 out of 73 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 73 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 73 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 73 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 73 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mary G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful Stay on the Beach
We enjoyed a lovely stay, playing on the beach, campfires on the beach and looking at dark skys!
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jamie G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
Loved the lake access and views. Not too far from Traverse City. Cabin-feel.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pat S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Summary Getaway
Was a perfect private oasis with a wonderful elevated deck producing amazing views, and a secluded beach and waterfront.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chantale B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A Relaxing Getaway
We had a lovely stay. Loved the location and the private beach. The rental was spacious, clean and has many views of the bay. Communication with Carole was always prompt. Would have loved to stay longer!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

George A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beach house with amazing views
This property exceeded all our expectations. From the well appointed house with everything we could need, to the amazing views of east bay, and the beautiful beach. We capped off each night with s'mores by the campfire on the beach while we watched the sunset and then viewed the stars. To top it all off the owners were excellent to work with and accommodated all our requests. We'll definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarthak M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic getaway with friends
This is a wonderful house nestled in the woods right on Lake Michigan. It was very clean, comfortable and the owners were very prompt and responsive when we needed to get in touch with them. We will definitely be looking to stay here again soon!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marcus H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing view and private beach
The house is very spacious and it's located right on the lake with it's own private beach. The property is located in a quiet area off the main road but still close enought to Traverse City. Carole was very quick to respond whenever we needed to reach out.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tyler R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing beach home
What a great relaxing home to stay at on the bay. We had seven of us including three teenagers and we had plenty of space. The views from inside the home are amazing and even better on the deck and beach. It was nice having AC on the hot days we were there. The home is comfortable and the kitchen is well appointed. We will certainly try to make it back to this home next summer.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Girl's Weekend
Five women including me stayed in the rental for the weekend for a girl's weekend. The accommodations were perfect for our group. The view of the lake was amazing. I would love to stay here in the summer and enjoy the water/beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deborah Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Traverse City
Lovely property with georgous views. Owners very responsive and easy to work with. Would highly recommend!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debbie S., Colorado

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A Beautiful Spot
This is a cozy house with beautiful beach access on a lovely stretch of sand. House is well-appointed and somewhat remodeled, somewhat rustic, and dog friendly which was very important to us. It was perfect for our friends' weekend. Our host was always available for questions and checked in to make sure we were happy.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Franc B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Holiday family reunion
My sisters and their spouses joined me and my spouse for 4 nights at the beach house. The weather was cold, windy rain and snow but it didn’t matter as we were in the perfect place - beautiful views of the lake from all rooms, a nice fireplace kept us warm and cozy, a well stocked kitchen allowed us to enjoy several home cooked meals. Carol, our hostess was welcoming and easy to access, always got back quickly when any concerns were raised. Our only gripe was dishwasher really wasn’t working and should be replaced. All in all though we would highly recommend this property to anyone and we look forward to checking it out in a different season.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Dawn C.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Location
The property was beautiful, inside was very spacious, and owner was very good! The only reason my over all rating was a 3 star, was due to mold in the house, as my sister and myself have allergies.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Charetha M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing
If you are looking for a secluded quiet getaway with an amazing private beach and gorgeous views, this is the place to stay. The house is clean with two bedrooms upstairs and two downstairs. Full baths upstairs and downstairs and a half bath also upstairs. It also has a charcoal grill and fire pit on the beach. My husband's favorite part was the grill and fire pit. Thank you Carole for an amazing stay!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

David M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Rustic getaway
Sound of water and birds, waves crashing, fire burning in real wood fireplace, sunsets on patio, fires on beach, swimming in East bay in beautiful sandy bottom, kayaking on East bay. Need I say more!?
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rozanne M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Birchview
Outstanding
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

8/10 Good

Paul P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
TC 2024
Everything was great, however the house was musty when we arrived and any clothes hanging in closets retained the musty smell when arriving home. Suggest that air circulation be run even while the house is unoccupied to remove the musty odor.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sister get away
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
On the bay
We had a wonderful weekend unwinding with the great view of the bay. The house was very charming and plenty of room for separate family spaces:)
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Tammy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fall weekend getaway!
Absolutely beautiful and very rustic. Nice location. beds are a bit firm so I would recommend that you bring an egg crate to put on mattress if you need a softer bed. When we first entered home we noticed it was musty, but no different that a cabin that has been closed up for a while. We got a couple of plug i. Air fresheners and that took care of the problem. No gas grill which was great because we haven't used o charcoal grill for a very long time. Our Pork loin turn out amazing. Best we've had in a very long time. Sitting out on the deck was probably my favorite. Very comfy Adirondack chairs. Enjoyed our lake view while sipping on my coffee. And the views from the main floor bedrooms were AMAZING!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Steve G., Burr Ridge

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beach, Lake Views, Mid Century Decor - Wonderful
A wonderful place for our family get together. Location was secluded, but only a short distance from Traverse City. We enjoyed the beach (chairs provided) and the nice view of the lake out the window always present. The working upstairs fireplace was nice to sit around in the evening. We wanted to sit on the beach some nights, but the wind and rain prevented that, so the fireplace was a nice backup plan. Would recommend this location.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jay H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Views, Relaxing Stay
We always have a great experience at this home. The unique design provides beautiful views of the East Bay. We can relax at the beach or on the expansive porch, or head to TC for dinner and shopping. Carole is always friendly and accommodating. We'll be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
True serenity
Just a lovely place, the sound of the waves are still echoing in my head. Wish I was still there
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Guineivere T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Getaway
We loved being on the beach right in front of the property. The scenery is beautiful. Anyone looking for a peaceful and serene getaway, this is the place. As always the host was easily accessible and always available to assist with our needs.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A place to disconnect
This is the right place to disconnect anytime of the year! We had a lovely time. Jennifer
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

About the host

Hosted by Carole Loftis

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