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Vintage Artsy Lake Cottage with Island Views

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Fire pit/ Sand box
View from lake.
Property grounds
Private kitchen
Lake view room

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4169.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Traverse City, MI
  • Bass Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Great Wolf Lodge Water Park
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Turtle Creek Stadium
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Vintage Artsy Lake Cottage with Island Views


This colorful vintage cottage located on quiet Bass Lake, features vintage charm with an open kitchen to one of the two living rooms. The lakeside living room features a commanding patio view of the lake and its islands. Hanging outdoors is easy and relaxing with the tranquil hilltop vista. The bathroom features a large, easy step in shower & a generous vanity top. The lower level covered balcony has a porch swing and high top chairs to enjoy the view, whatever the weather. A fire pit/ sand box to wiggle your toes in completes the lakeside beach experience with plenty of yard furniture and a picnic table. Colorful rooms with art & artsy accents with the historical touches of vintage wood paneling and beamed ceiling add to the charm! Fully equipped kitchen, Gas BBQ grill and ROKU TV and free WiFi included. There is fire pit/sandbox and a lakeside dock, a sandy shore, 3-seat canoe, kayak and a jon boat with oars. Just 15 minutes from downtown Traverse City, this is a great base location for day trips to Sleeping Bear Dunes, Lake Michigan, Interlochen Arts Academy and Wine, Beer & Cider touring in the Leelanau & Old Mission peninsulas. Getting around to visit the region's spectacular attractions is easy as cherry pie!

Long Lake Township Certificate STR- 003740

Property manager

Nadeen Kieren

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Outdoor space
Parking available
Lake view

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Exterior

Direct waterfront Long Lake close to Traverse City

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
Direct waterfront Long Lake close to Traverse City

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 28
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

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Traverse City

Located in Traverse City, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Shoppers can check out Front Street, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Lake Michigan and Grand Traverse Bay. Great Wolf Lodge Water Park and Burnett 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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Traverse City, MI

What's nearby

  • Bass Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Great Wolf Lodge Water Park - 12 min drive - 11.3 km
  • Village at Grand Traverse Commons - 13 min drive - 11.7 km
  • Turtle Creek Stadium - 15 min drive - 13.2 km
  • Front Street - 18 min drive - 13.7 km

Getting around

  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Buffalo Wild Wings - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Vintage Artsy Lake Cottage with Island Views pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Vintage Artsy Lake Cottage with Island Views?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Vintage Artsy Lake Cottage with Island Views?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Vintage Artsy Lake Cottage with Island Views located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is steps from Bass Lake and within 6 mi (10 km) of The Crown Golf Club and Fisher's Run. Lake Michigan and Grand Traverse Mall are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dennis S.

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

great quiet getaway

great location, my family enjoyed the great view of the lake from the house and close access to the water.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

phillip s.

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

Wonderful lake bass lake

Everything was close by in Traverse City and sons bay and the wineries. All the eating restaurants were wonderful we ate at had a great time.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jon V.

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

Perfect Lake Cottage

Loved the lake, loved the cottage. Perfect, relaxing stay for our family of four. Spent a lot of time on the water and around the fire pit. Location was very convenient for getting to various Traverse City spots. Hosts were wonderful.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

David L.

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

Very Peaceful / Beautiful Setting

Very quiet area with beautiful view / sunrise. The kayak/canoe/jon boat were great for some fishing and exploring the lake. Sitting in the front room, if felt like the lake came right up to the house. Very relaxing environment. Beds were very comfortable. No A/C, which didn't realize when booked, but was not an issue, as the weather was great and plenty of fans in the house.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michele P.

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

Beautiful, relaxing, just what we needed

Thom and Nadeen were amazing hosts. They provided us prompt answers with any questions we had. The lake is beautiful, quiet, and so peaceful. We enjoyed bonfires almost every night and canoes and kayak during the day. We loved being close to the city but also the peacefulness of not being in it. All the maps and books helped us figure out what to do each day! Thank you.☺️
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amber F.

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

July 9-16 2022

We absolutely loved this property! Stunning views, great bass fishing, lots of nature, and quite convenient to all the best day trips! We will definitely be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

John H.

Cute and cozy

Well-maintained house with great lake access/views, decent proximity to stores and Traverse City while still feeling secluded. Owners are super and responsive - obviously care a lot about their guests and the house!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Dan M., Waterford, Michigan

Absolutely beautiful

Gracious and attentive hosts, classic cabin on beautiful lake. Perfect for a family getaway weekend to see colors in Northern Michigan. I will definitely request this property again. Thank you Thom and Nadeen!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2016

10/10 Excellent

Ryan T.

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

Living the Dream

Our family had an amazing time at the Artsy lake cottage. We felt right at home minus the gorgeous views from the large windows looking out at Bass Lake. The kids and I enjoyed fishing and my wife enjoyed kayaking and reading. Thom and Nadeen were so nice and helpful. Northern Michigan is a great vacation destination.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Peaceful

We all had a wonderful week ! Sunrise was spectacular, loved listening to the Loons, tranquil! We will be back. Thank you Thom & Nadeen
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Stewart S.

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

What a treasure!

We had a wonderful time exploring Bass Lake and the Leelanau Peninsula with this property as home base. The house was clean, homey, and in a great location. The lake itself is perfect for playing and paddling and has minimal boat traffic (an upside for us!). The homeowners Thom and Nadeen are wonderful, accessible, and helpful! Highly recommend.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jayne W.

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

Bass Lake

My family and I had a wonderful stay during our weeklong trip at the property. The location is amazing as it’s close to many towns. During our stay we visited Traverse City, Leland, Glen Arbor and Frankfort. The house itself is quite spacious inside and decorated nicely with great views of the lake. We enjoyed taking the canoe and kayak out on the water as well as watching a great firework display on the lake on the 4th of July. Thom and Nadeem were very responsive and easy to communicate with when we saw them passing by on their way into town and offered good recommendations for things to do in the area. We would definitely stay here again and recommend to others!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

kimberly w.

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

Remarkable in every way!

My husband and I have been traveling to the Traverse City area for about 6 years now and hadn't yet to "fallen in love" with our cabin/lakeside rental. Not the case anymore! We absolutely ADORE this property - the home, the peaceful, quiet surroundings, the hosts, the attention to details, the Everything about our trip this year was superb. My husband and I especially loved sitting in the living space overlooking Bass lake every morning and evening (when we weren't outside on the dock or Adirondack's) listening to the family of loons and watching the quiet activity on the lake through the giant spread of windows. Tom and Nadine were very warm, accommodating and accessible whenever we needed a question answered (which was rare because they were meticulous about supplying us with information about anything and everything). And when they passed through the property to access their boat or car, it was a treat to connect. They are lovely, interesting, kind humans who truly care about the land, their property and their guest's experience.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alyssa B.

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

Great Trip

Beautiful memories made with my family. Thanks to Thom and Nadeen for their wonderful house and being such great hosts!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Matthew N.

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

Beautiful stay at a lake side getaway

My family had a lovely time staying at this lake house which was centrally located and close to everything we wanted to do. The house was more spacious than we could’ve asked for and the Internet and cell coverage was good as well as A very clean and comfortable property to stay on. They were very easy communications with the house and the facility had lots of activities including fishing that my son really got into. The lake was warm and very comfortable. There were lots of grocery stores and places to get your outfit for the week. I’ve stayed at number of properties and this one was top Tier
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tina D., franklin park, IL

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

Quiet peaceful getaway

Lovely home on bass lake-loved looking out at the lake especially with my morning coffee.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gwyneth M., Huntley, Il

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

Unique Cottage for Tranquil Getaway

The property is as described. Lake side with outstanding views. Charming cottage with fun decorative touches. Very comfortable beds and lovely linens. The hosts did an outstanding job communicating with us to ensure our visit was going well. My husband fished off of the pier and caught (and released) many Bass. There are water craft (canoe, john boat and kayak) for their guests to use. Our stay was very quiet and comfortable.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Nikki S.

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

Magical house on Bass Lake

This house is so beautiful, well maintained, clean and peaceful. The hosts could not have been kinder or more accommodating. Thank you both for sharing your special home with us - it was truly magical!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Madeleine D.

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

Tranquil Aug. 21-28

We had a lovely stay floating and soaking up the flora and fauna at Bass Lake. Thom and Nadeen were terrific hosts and exceptional communicators. Their home is filled with care, fun and wonderful amenities.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

janet t., Dallas, TX USA

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

Bass Lake Beauty

My son and I just spent three weeks basking in everything Bass Lake and the Traverse City area has to offer. This cottage is so quaint and cute, well located, and perfectly set up for a seamless lake holiday. And it also has a kind of warmth and comfort that is hard to describe and very rare in short term rentals. I feel so lucky that Thom and Nadeen share their special place. aaaahmazing.
Stayed 20 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Linda G.

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

One of our favorite family vacations ever!

It was really hard to leave our amazing July 11-18 stay! This past year has been a stressful one for many families, ours included, and our time at Bass Lake was exactly what we needed. We pretty much only needed to bring some clothes, some food, and beach towels because the property is so well-appointed. Nadeen & Thom have thoughtfully included recommendations for anything and everything that one might wish to do in the area. It was our first time visiting Northern Michigan and we were struck by how easy it was to make short trips to do fun things together. That left us plenty of time to enjoy the house, which is full of gorgeous views, lovely rowing around the lake, excellent WiFi, multiple comfy seating areas (inside and out), stacks of games, beautiful books, a big dining table for delicious meals, and comfy beds. We hope to come back some day soon. Thank you so much, Nadeen & Thom!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

melinda o.

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

Relaxation

We had a very relaxing vacation. The house was perfect for what we wanted. It was a beautiful lake to wake up to everyday. We enjoyed the fire pit and outdoor seating areas.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jessie W., Bay City

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

Comfort with Character!

We rented the cottage from June 19 - June 26. The weather was not great, but, it did not dampen our great experience with this VRBO. Nadeen and Thom own the place, and we had great communication with them before, during and after the visit. The cottage is brimming with character; knotty pine, vintage gas stove top, funky art work, bright blue hair dryer circa 1978, nice coffee table reading, great games, etc. The beds are comfortable with very nice linens and covers. Wonderful commercial size washer and dryer allowed us NOT to over-pack. The cottage also has a great firepit, canoe, row boat, and kayaks. The views of Bass Lake from the lower porch, inside game room, or the new upper outdoor seating area are all great. We brought our small motor boat up, and Thom and Nadeen allowed us to use their dock (obtain prior approval per rules). The water of Bass Lake is kind of dark. It is certainly clean, but, don't expect the blue of Torch Lake. The place is so comfortable and so close to the many Traverse City sites, if you desire a day trip. We give this charming cottage our highest rating. We hope to return.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Scott A.

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

What a great home!

We came up in late September for long weekend and were thoroughly impressed. The house was really clean and the decor was fun. Beds and furniture were very comfortable. Outdoor space was great and we really enjoyed the sandpit and fire ring. The lake was beautiful and provided wonderful views. What a gem!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Heather B.

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

Cozy Cottage

My sisters and I had an amazing time. There was plenty of room to spread out. We enjoying exploring what traverse city has to offer. We will defiantly be back for another visit.

About the host

Hosted by Nadeen Kieren

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Traverse City and Bass Lake has been our home away from home for decades. We love our time up north & we especially appreciate the natural & tranquil setting of Bass Lake. We care about design, art, color and history and of course, nature!

Why they chose this property

The hilltop view of the lake offers a unique perspective of Bass Lake, its 4 islands and its wildlife activity. With the call of the loons you might even think you are up in the Canadian wilderness! The cottage offers multiple spaces to enjoy with a variety of unique rooms & views. The rooms are colorful with comfortable decor and a Key West kind of vibe. The lake offers peaceful views & fishing for those so inclined. Less than 15 minutes from charming downtown Traverse City makes this a great base camp for all the area attractions.

What makes this property unique

Artful space, open floor plan & spectacular views
Covered porch with swing overlooking the lake
Waterfront on quiet Bass lake
Canoe & Kayak
Lakeside fire pit
Large beach sand box (16' x 24')
BBQ grill & picnic table for el fresco dining
Loons on the lake
15 minutes to Traverse City or Interlochen
Tranquil..... ahhhhh....

Languages:

English