Location: Traverse City, Northwest, Michigan, USA (4 miles from Airport; 7 miles from Grand Traverse Mall) View Map
Accommodations: House, 5 Bedrooms + Den, 3.5 Baths (Sleeps 16)
Executive home on a one-acre beautiful private lot. House sets several hundred feet from road to enjoy the peaceful serenity of the 100 feet of sandy frontage on quaint, all sports, 50-acre High Lake. If you have ever wanted to enjoy the water for boating, skiing, swimming, fishing, tubing, or wakeboarding without the fear or hassle of excessive boat traffic, you will love this vacation hideaway. Enjoy the 15ft. Rave water trampoline and 5 person paddle boat provided complimentary for our guests to enjoy! 14ft fishing boat provided. Rent fishing boat w/motor & gas for $200 per wk.
House is just minutes away from many local golf courses as well as the acclaimed Grand Traverse Resort which boasts a Jack Nicholas and Gary Player course.
Minutes to local casinos, wineries, downtown Traverse City, Lake Michigan and Sleeping Bear Sand Dunes. Take a day trip to historic Mackinac Island!
Grace MacDonald park is within walking distance which has tennis courts, baseball, basketball, skateboarding area, playground, pavillion and outdoor grills.
Snowmobile or cross country ski right from the house, it is one-fourth mile from groomed state snowmobile trails, one mile from the VASA cross country ski trail, one block from a local favorite restaurant/bar with entertainment, one-half mile from convenience store/gas station (directly across lake), five miles to Mount Holiday ski resort, including snowboarding, downhill skiing and tubing runs, with bar resturant, and just one hour from Boyne Mountain Ski Resort and 45 minutes to beautiful Crystal Mountain Ski Resort.
Come join those who have spotted deer, owls, blue herons, and eagles all from the deck. This fisherman's paradise provides everything to please the entire family. Enjoy the cozy raised firepit at the water's edge.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer
- Dryer
- Linens Provided
- Garage
- Off Street Parking
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer
- Wood Fireplace
- Beds
- Queen Bed (3) : Three upstairs bedrooms all have queen beds. All beds and matresses are brand new.
- Bunk Bed (2) : Double on the bottom and single on the top.
- Convertible Bed (2) : Queen size sleeper sofa in living room, and downstairs family room. Brand new!
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV: Including movie channels.
- DVD (2)
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen: Beautiful new kitchen with brand new appliances.
- Cooking Utensils Provided: Fully equipped.
- Refrigerator: Also a mini fridge in garage.
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Outdoor Features
- Charcoal BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio: Upper level deck to enjoy the beautiful views, and lower level paver patio. Plenty of patio furniture provided.
- View/Location
- Lakefront: 100' of private beachfront. Shallow near shoreline for little ones to play. Rave Water Trampoline provided free for our guests to enjoy! Also a regular water raft. Raised firepit at the beach.
- Communications
- Telephone
- Free Long Distance
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Other Amenities
- Reverse osmosis purified water. Tap at kitchen sink, refridgerator dispenses purified water and ice.
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Kid Friendly
- Minimum Age Limit for Renters: Adult renting unit must be at least 25 yrs old.
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Waterskiing
- Parasailing
- Jet Skiing
- Swimming
- Snorkeling/Diving
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Cross Country Skiing
- Downhill/Alpine Skiing
- Snowboarding
- Snowmobiling
- Sledding/Tubing
- Wildlife Viewing
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Hunting
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Racquetball
- Basketball Court
- Antiquing
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Live Theatre
- Museums
- Horseshoes
- Miniature golf
- Shuffleboard
- Horseback Riding
- Hot Air Ballooning
- Other Activities
- 5 minute walk from house is a park with large pavillion, baseball field, tennis courts,skateboard area, and playground with bathrooms.
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Off season $249wk nt/$295 Fri & Sat. Excludes Holidays - inquire for holiday rate
Sept. 7, 2009-June 5, 2010 - $1500wk, June 5, 2010-June 19,2010 $2600wk
June 19 - August 28, 2010 - $3590wk, *Cherry Festival 7/3 - 7/10 $3800/wk
Fishing boat included - motor rental $200/wk Includes gas!!
Nightly rentals add $100 cleaning fee/2 Night Minimum Max 12 guests.
Weekly rentals are Saturday-Saturday/extra fee for more than 16 guests.
$500 refundable damage deposit weekly, $300 refundable damage deposit nightly
50% nonrefundable deposit is required to hold property. 6% sales tax applies
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Map & Owner's Profile
High Lake Hideaway -Beautiful 3000 Sq. Ft. Lakefront Home!
Year Purchased: 2002
Why the Owner Chose Traverse City
This property used to be our personal home. We didn't want to part with it.
The Unique Benefits at this House
7 miles to Traverse City yet you feel like you are out in the country. The property is so peaceful and the all sports lake is beautiful. You feel as if you are in your own little paradise.
Property Photos
- View from lake showing water trampoline - Traverse City, Michigan Lodging
- Front view - Traverse City, Michigan Lodging
- Lakeside view - Traverse City, Michigan Lodging
- View of lakeside lower patio
- Waterfront with lakeside firepit and dock
- Fully equipped kitchen & breakfast area overlooking lake
- Main entryway showing stairway to upper floor
- Living Room w/queen sleeper sofa, cable TV, dvd player, fireplace & bay window
- Dining Room - shown seating for 8, bring in extra chairs to seat up to 14
- Family Room in walkout basement w/queen sleeper sofa & cable TV, dvd & stereo
- Master Bedroom - queen bed, private bath, cable TV & beautiful views of the lake
- Upstairs Bedroom 2 - queen bed
- Upstairs Bedroom 3 - queen bed and cable TV
- Main upstairs bathroom with full shower/tub
- Bedroom 4 - in walkout basement double bed on the bottom, twin on top
- Bedroom 5 - in walkout basement with cable TV - double on bottom, twin top
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The Mulder's , Hudsonville, MI
Homeowner Response:
We are so glad you enjoyed your stay and hope to see you next year!
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Kassandra , Midland, MI
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The home is beautiful, the view/setting in wonderful and we had everything we needed. Thank you again. We will see you again next year! Everyone wants to make this an annual trip.
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Thank you for the welcome note, wine and Bath & Body soaps in the bathrooms! Loved the boats, water trampoline and quiet nights. Beautiful deck! Loved eating meals surrounded by the trees. Appreciated 8 toaster slots and convenience of the washer & dryer. Thanks for stopping by Kurt to touch base with us.
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, Plymouth, Michigan
Homeowner Response:
Thank you so much for all your awesome comments,you really made us feel good. We feel blessed to have guests like you and your family. It was a pleasure serving you. Thanks for leaving the house as good as you found it,most take good care of it, you left it the best of anyone. Sincerely, Kurt and Tammy
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Thank you so much Kurt & Tammy for sharing your home and making everything so comfortable. A nice beach area is so important for the little ones and of course the big ones loved the trampoline. You have provided a QUALITY rental home and we appreciate it. God willing we will be back next year.
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We have gathered as a family for the past 4 years in the TC area and the High Lake Hideaway has been the very best as far as the accommodations, location and activites for varied ages and the beautiful lake. The water trampoline was a huge hit!! We loved your welcome gift of local wine and the very nice welcome card. Our family voted to return here next year!
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Toni, Doug & Extended Family , Stevensville, MI
Homeowner Response:
Thank you Toni and Doug for the compliments it was a pleasure meeting all of you. You have a really great family. We would love to have all of you back anytime. In addition thank you for taking such great care of the house. Kurt
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Kurt it was great to meet you. It was very thoughtful of you and Tammy to leave the wine and welcome card. You have a beautiful location and home here on High Lake. We felt very comfortable and everyone had a wonderful time. Would love to visit Michigan and your home again.