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Cool Dome Panoramic Sauna Hot Tub Pet Friendly
*Barrel Sauna *Awesome Dome Pet Friendly Fireplace Fire pit Boat Just outside Traverse City Our place is a 2 bedroom with a Queen size Sleeper Sofa. Sleeps 6 Hang out in our Awesome Dome, Star Gazing is amazing! Watch the numerous birds fly in, all out of the weather. Take a Sauna in our Panoramic Window Sauna overlooking the Lake and Dome a Very Unique Experience! Relax in your own Private Hot Tub. Inside fireplace, outside Fire Pit Located on a Private Lake Send me a message Ask a question

Beautiful Traverse City Lakehouse - pets allowed
Enjoy this 4 bed/3 bath getaway home on Spider Lake with 60 feet of private beach: an absolutely beautiful setting from sunrise to sunset and the pontoon boat at no extra cost in June, July, Aug, and Sept. Also, kayaks and paddle boats provided free of charge. We are close to the island/sand bar but still quiet at the house. It's the perfect place to stay in any season, only 11.5 miles from downtown the luxuries of downtown Traverse City, and well-protected from claustrophobic downtown traffic.

Cozy Lil Red Cabin; Water Frontage, Dog Friendly!
This cozy cabin, is tucked away on the lake in a small town of Ellsworth. Private single story cabin nestled into the woods with a beautiful hiking trail that leads you to the personal lake front, for swimming, kayaking and even ice fishing. Perfect cabin for a getaway or stay with your family. Incredible views of six mile lake, and just a small drive into town for activities to do like beach access cozy home town restaurants and fun for families. Nearby snowmobile trails, so bring your sled! S

East Bay Paradise- 10/28 -11/4 open Dogs welcome
Come enjoy our beautiful, architecturally designed home on 200' of private, freshwater shoreline located on East Grand Traverse Bay. It is located 15 min from Flintfields horse park, 20 min north of Traverse City & TVC airport and just minutes from the charming, lakeside village of Elk Rapids. The spacious and wide open floor plan is perfect for families & friends to gather, get away & enjoy all that northern Michigan has to offer. No matter what the season, you will find truly amazing beauty!

Northport's gorgeous waterfront home-sunset views!
Lake Effect is a gorgeous, completely remodeled three bedroom, two bath, beach home with expansive sunset views of Lake Michigan, N. Manitou and S. Fox Island. Our home has a chef quality, fully stocked kitchen with stainless appliances and granite. There is a wood stove and a beach fire pit. A very large deck runs the length of the home with a wood walkway to your own private sandy beach. Wood floors, tempurpedic beds and high quality finishes with luxurious bedding make your get away perfect!

Quiet freshly renovated two bedroom lake house
Peaceful pet friendly 2 Bed/2 Bath house off a private drive on Spider lake with 100' frontage. House interior has been renovated kitchen, baths, hardwood floors, leather furniture, 60" 4K Smart TV with HD cable and high-speed internet. Includes complimentary(2) kayaks, a paddle board, mountainbikes and firewood. 16ft Pontoon boat available for rent. Whether your in Traverse for summer adventure, fine dining, wine tasting business or visting friends and family this is a great place to relax.

The Kaiser House *3 minutes to Down Town *Sleeps 8
Downtown only 2 miles away! Sleeps 8. Stone Gas Fireplace! Pet Friendly 140 feet of Bay front across the road beach frontage 3 miles from The Commons 25 Miles to the Sleeping Bear Dunes 14 miles to Sutton's Bay Outside Patio/Gazebo 300 feet from the TART bike trail 2 bathrooms Fast WI-FI Our place is close to the City Center and public transport. You’ll love this place because of Location & our views of West Grand Traverse Bay are Amazing! A public beach 200 yards away 3 Awsome Restaurants

Northern MI Escapes: House with Private Beach
Spacious and cozy home to vacation with your family or friends that is out of the hustle and bustle of town but close to it all! A 12 minute drive to downtown Traverse City and 9 minute drive to Suttons Bay. With ample space you can enjoy the breath taking views of Lake Michigan in Grand Traverse West Bay. Includes: fully stocked gourmet kitchen, pool table, private beach located directly across the road, beach chairs, towels, umbrella, cooler, and paddleboard. License #2025-63.

Serene Lake Retreat | Fireplace | Dock | Pets OK
Welcome to Spider Lake Pine Cottage, where pines whisper, waves sparkle, and time slows down. This 3BR + den, 2.5-bath lakefront retreat sleeps 10 and offers 100′ of private sandy shoreline, kayaks, paddleboards, a dock, and a cozy wood-burning fireplace. Whether you’re gathering family for a summer week on the beach or clinking glasses by the fire on a fall girls’ getaway, your perfect Traverse City escape awaits—just a beautiful day trip from Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore.

Cedar Lake Lodge 2
Lodge-style 2,000 sq ft lakefront home with 100' private Cedar Lake frontage, FREE pontoon (seasonal), kayaks, Aqua Mat, rowboat, fire pit & more! Cozy interior with knotty pine, log beams, gas stove (Oct–May), pool table, ROKU TVs, PS2, BBQ, hammock & sandbox. Peaceful No Wake lake—perfect for fishing & kayaking. Near Traverse City, Sleeping Bear & Glen Arbor. Great for families! See “Guest Access” for amenity dates. Starter supplies included—bring extras. STR22#00006.

Dream Vacay: Clam Lake Cottage w Torch Lake Access
Fall/Winter Season Special: 3rd Night Free! We are currently offering one free night during your next booking of 2 nights or more from Oct 31st 2025 until March 31st 2026, and again from Nov 1st 2026 until Apr 1st, 2027, excluding dates that include federal holidays. Book any two nights within these date ranges, excluding holidays, and you can stay a third night for free! Send us your booking request and we will adjust the rate to reflect the 3rd free night.

Woodland Trail House
Completely private home setting on 3 acres with natural Lake frontage conveniently located 15" from Traverse City and 20" from Sleeping Bear Dunes. Your visit to the Woodland Trail House begins with a welcoming peaceful drive through the pine tree forest. Part of the attraction to this home site is the mature trees and the wildness of the setting. Hawks, Loons and Sand Hill Cranes can be seen and heard at this private lake frontage home.
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