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Guesthouse in Bellaire

4.96 out of 5 average rating, 167 reviews

Studio on the Cedar River ~ A Bibliophiles Dream

A cozy little getaway for the adventurous individual or couple at a location that is beautiful year round. The property is surrounded by 365 acres of state and MNA sanctuary lands with 700 feet of private frontage. Excellent trout fishing, kayaking, tubing, biking, XC skiing, snow shoeing and hiking right out the back door. If you want to truly get away from the pink skies and road noise and want the "up north" experience but not stay at a crummy resort or noisy lake, this is the place for you.

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Cottage in Elk Rapids

4.94 out of 5 average rating, 236 reviews

Waterfront Cottage in Elk Rapids, Michigan

Welcome to our cottage on the lake! We renovated this home through the spring of '18 and are so thrilled to have it ready for you! Sitting less than 30-feet from the sandy bottom of Bass Lake, this house is a charmer in all seasons. In the winter months, enjoy snowshoeing across the lake and come home to a cozy fire. In the warmer months, this all-sports lake is ready for swimming, fishing, and all things fresh-water. We hope you feel welcomed and relaxed at Little Elk Cottage! @littleelkcottage

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Cottage in Traverse City

4.94 out of 5 average rating, 290 reviews

Bluewater Bliss - Your Private Lakefront Retreat

Bluewater Bliss is located minutes from downtown Traverse City on Cedar Lake. This lakefront retreat is a completely furnished 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath home that will sleep 8. Cedar Lake has an unforgettable majestic green glow that will make you want to explore the lake. Bluewater allows you to be near all of the exciting happenings Traverse City has to offer still while enjoying a quiet and peaceful nights sleep. Private waterfront on the West side of Traverse City. STR#: 2024-77 exp. 12-31-24.

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Guesthouse in Bellaire

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 418 reviews

Riverside Retreat—Kayaks included!

Lovely peaceful retreat on Intermediate River. Steps to downtown Bellaire: Short’s beer, unique stores, restaurants and movie theatre. This tranquil space is the perfect romantic getaway for 2 In the heart of Michigan’s prime recreation area, minutes away from championship golf courses, ski runs, hiking, biking trails and beautiful Torch Lake. Enjoy wine tasting, craft beer, Mammoth Craft Distillery and Bee Well Cider and Meadery, or just select a book from our library and relax on the dock!

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Guest suite in Suttons Bay

5.0 out of 5 average rating, 143 reviews

Suttons Bay, Stoney Point Retreat

Enjoy beautiful Stoney Point! Bike and walk quiet country roads through woods, fields, and orchards with surprising views of Grand Traverse Bay. A small local park is 1/2 block away with great vistas, swimming and an easy kayak launch. Suttons Bay with its beaches, marinas, restaurants and unique shops is a 3 mile ride along the shore. Enjoy a quick bike ride into town to access the Leelanau trail. Visit nearby orchards, wineries, Fishtown and Sleeping Bear Dunes/National Lakeshore.

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Apartment in Kewadin

4.95 out of 5 average rating, 218 reviews

Vineyard Retreat Near Torch Lake

Do you dream of a vineyard vacation and secluded setting? Sampling wines and connecting with how they are made? Touring wine country? This retreat is located on a 26-acre vineyard in Northwest Michigan and perched atop a ridge that extends up from idyllic Torch Lake. It is a 1/2 mile walk to the lake or five minute drive to beaches on Lake Michigan. The deck has sweeping views of the vineyard and offers one queen bedroom, a kitchenette with small fridge and microwave and a sitting area.

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Cabin in Central Lake

4.95 out of 5 average rating, 155 reviews

Rustic Cabin on Toad Lake

Rustic cabin on Toad Lake for your glamping pleasure. Kitchenette, claw foot tub, queen-sized bed and double futon, movies to choose from, games and puzzles, clean outhouse. Lake fishing, canoe, kayaks. Get away from it all. Perfect centralized location, amazing stargazing and birdwatching. Easy trip to Charlevoix, Petoskey, East Jordan, Boyne City, Torch Lake, Lake Michigan. One hour to Mackinac Island Ferry. No pets. Smoking outside only. Also see The Loon at Brigadoon listing!

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Guesthouse in Traverse City

4.96 out of 5 average rating, 436 reviews

Peaceful retreat open loft - perfect for couples.

Spacious open loft surrounded by trees. At the end of a dead-end road only 1 mile from Traverse City's West Bay, and in a quiet wooded area. Close to downtown Traverse City (1 mile), TART trail (.5 mile), Sleeping Bear Dunes (20 miles). Private access and designated parking area. Sleep with the windows open (not in the winter, please) and listen to the owls, wind rustling through trees, and enjoy nature without light pollution. Great spot for bird watching.

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Home in Elk Rapids

4.88 out of 5 average rating, 138 reviews

Bay View Downtown Elk Rapids

Newly updated downtown Elk Rapids rental, the house is less than a block to the beach and to Veterans' Memorial park. Memorial Park features basketball courts, tennis, a huge playground for kids, and all the great traits of a beach park. The three-bedroom house sleeps 10 and is a quick 2-block walk to downtown dining, shopping, and water sports. Outside, a huge corner lot with gas grill and yard games perfect for outdoor entertaining.

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Guesthouse in Suttons Bay

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 253 reviews

Red Twig Studio

Beautiful apartment, new construction with great amenities. Kureg , small fridge and a microwave...NO stove. Wooded area, in the middle of Wine Country; near beaches for kayaking; canoeing; paddle boarding; swimming; hiking and biking; casino. Central Leelanau Peninsula, hardly 2 minutes from the nearest beach.Just minutes away from Leland and Fishtown, charter fishing and shopping; several golf courses. Sleeping Bear Dunes nearby.

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Guest suite in Traverse City

4.93 out of 5 average rating, 814 reviews

The Gristmill Apartment

My house is the first house north of Cherrybend on the bay side. My place is close to the beach, restaurants and dining, parks, art and culture, and great views. You’ll love my place because of the location, the ambiance, the neighborhood, the outdoors space, and the people. My place is good for couples, solo adventurers, and business travelers. I am on premise and available to answer any questions. I live in the main house.

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Tiny home in Suttons Bay

4.94 out of 5 average rating, 124 reviews

Cozy, Rustic Little Cottage in the Woods

Cozy, rustic tiny cottage in the woods is located about 6 miles (10 minutes) North of Suttons Bay town center and 9 miles (15 minutes) South of Northport. Downtown Traverse City is 22 miles or (35 minute) drive. Location is close to many beaches, restaurants, wineries, microbreweries, and Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. It is a great place for couples seeking a quiet romantic getaway or a single outdoor adventurer.