Vacation Rentals by Owner

Incredible focal point for Leelanau wine country

Guest: Kathy and Gary (Brighton, MI)
Date of Stay: 09/30/11 Review Submitted: 10/14/11

Leelanau Lookout provided the perfect location for our extended family while we enjoyed an awesome show of fall color and an incredible wine tour! The pictures provide a very accuate view of the cottage; however, it exceed our expectations in every way. We've rented from many home away or vrbo owners and this is one of the best. The cottage was exceptionally clean and well maintained indoors and out. This is the first homeowner who freely offered the use of condiments, laundry soap, etc. We came prepared and didn't need to use anything but the thoughtfulness and willingness to share is another example of exceeding our expectations. As we seriously consider making our wine tour an annual family event, this home will be our first pick!

Owner response:Thank you so much. We're so glad we were able to contribute to your family weekend, and look forward to having you stay with us again soon!

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Great Leelanau Cottage

Guest: Bethany (Ortonville, MI)
Date of Stay: 09/09/11 Review Submitted: 04/17/12

Had a great stay for Leelanau Wine Tour. The cottage was very spacious and very clean. Perfect for our girls weekend. Central location for all the LP wineries. Great view of the lake. Would stay again for weekend or extended trip.

Owner response:Thank you so much! We are delighted that you had a lovely weekend, and look forward to having you back for another visit.

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, girls getaway.

We loved it!

Guest: Dan (East Lansing, MI, USA)
Date of Stay: 07/16/11 Review Submitted: 08/01/11

Cedar is a great location on Leelanau peninsula. Centrally located, close to everything. The house exceeded our expecations. It was clean and very well-kept. Swimming in the lake in the backyard was great. It was kind of rocky near shore; recommend water shoes; not bad though. Nice backyard area for playing with the kids. We would recommend this rental to a friend. We will probably go back next year.

Owner response:Thank you so much. You are right about the rocks and water shoes near the shore, and I am including this information when I answer inquiries. Hope to see you at Leelanau Lookout again!

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, sightseeing.

Great Family Vacation

Guest: Kathy (Broadview Hts OH)
Date of Stay: 06/12/11 Review Submitted: 06/21/11

What a great place for a family vacation, there was 11 of us and we also rented the vacation home next door which worked out very well. We had lots of yard space for outdoor games and the grandchildren really enjoyed the rumpus room and the boats. The vacation home was very clean and well maintained and had all the amenities and comforts of home, we loved the area and would consider returning for another visit. Thank you for making this a wonderful vacation. John & Kathy Broadview Hts OH

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, sightseeing.

Very spacious cottage

Guest: Euchre group (Clinton Township, MI)
Date of Stay: 10/01/10 Review Submitted: 10/08/10

We had a great visit to Leelenau Lookout. We were there in October for some wine tasting. It was in a great location for visiting wineries. There were 3 couples and we had plenty of room. It was very clean and well maintained. Betsy answered all my questions quickly and even provided extra tips. I would definitely recommend this to everyone and we are in fact trying to figure out when we could go back. It would be awesome in the summer.

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Very spacious

Guest: Euchre group (Clinton Township, MI)
Date of Stay: 10/01/10 Review Submitted: 10/05/10

We just spent a weekend at Leelanau Lookout and it was fantastic. It was much bigger than I expected and had plenty of room for 3 couples. It had all the amenities we could need. I loved having WiFi. It was in a great location for wine tasting. Betsy always answered all my questions and provided lots of tips and suggestions. I would definitely recommend this to anyone, in fact, we were already trying to figure out when we could return. It would be awesome in the summer.

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Great, spacious cottage on beautiful Lake Leelanau

Guest: Vicki (Atlanta, Georgia)
Date of Stay: 06/19/10 Review Submitted: 07/09/10

This is a bright, cheerful cottage with lots of room, great sleeping for 8 and a wonderful master bath. The kitchen is roomy and well stocked. The deck facing the lake is big with table and chairs and a picnic table and grill. There is a nice grassy area for playing outdoor games, and a rowboat and kayak for enjoying the lake. Suttons Bay, Leland, and Northport are short drives, as are all of the other wonderful attractions on the Leelanau Penninsula. A great place for a family getaway in beautiful northern Michigan. We would recommend it to anyone!

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, sightseeing.

Perfect!

Guest: DC Chicks (Williamston, MI)
Date of Stay: 09/17/09 Review Submitted: 09/29/09

I took 6 girlfriends up north for a weekend away and it couldn't have been better! The house very comfortably slept all of us with beds left over. No one felt isolated, but they could get "away" to nap or read or whatever! We watched movies, cooked in the open kitchen, sat around the big kitchen table, relaxed on the deck, and even had a bonfire. Suttons Bay and Leland are 10 minutes away and we also went into Glen Arbor and Traverse City. I highly recommend Leelanau Lookout for anything from a weekend away to a whole summer away!

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Guestbook Comment

Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 10/01/08 Review Submitted: 10/06/08

We had a wonderful time at the cottage. The wedding we attended at Crooked Creek Ranch couldn't be closer! This house perfectly met our needs for the weekend and we couldn't have been more pleased.

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Wonderful family vacation home

Guest: D. S. and all the kids (Schaumburg, IL)
Date of Stay: 08/09/08 Review Submitted: 09/10/08

This home is charming and ever so comfortable. The beds were great, the kitchen had everything we could possibly need, and there were even high-chairs for the toddlers. The beautiful view from the large deck made for peaceful mornings and relaxing evenings watching the reflection of the moon on the water. One thing we really liked was how spacious the home is. With 8 of us in the house we never felt cramped and with so much room, noisy kids did not wake other sleeping guests. Lake Lelanau has been a family camping tradition for years, but I think now with the grandkids, this home may become our new family tradition.

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway.

A Wonderful Setting for a Family Vacation!

Guest: Kaycee123 (Clarkston, MI)
Date of Stay: 07/12/08 Review Submitted: 09/22/08

We have traveled with our family extensively, to many areas, however the Lake Leelanau region has always been one of our favorite destinations. This was our first stay at this property and I can honestly say that it was everything the owners said it would be and then some! It was immaculate, well equipped, and very bright and spacious. We felt that the location was good as well--quiet and relaxing, yet within close enough proximity to many attractions. We would recommend renting a boat (or inviting a friend with a boat!) to really maximize the enjoyment of staying at this property, since the lake is large and beautiful. It was nice to have the rowboat for fishing. This is a place we have told many friends about and would definitely recommend. The owners provided exceptional customer service and seem to go out of their way to assure that summer renters enjoy their stay. We hope to return again next year.

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway.

Guestbook Comment

Guest: David Kowalski (Rochester Hills, MI)
Date of Stay: 11/01/07 Review Submitted: 11/02/07

Our stay here was awesome! We enjoyed everything about our vacation on Lake Leelanau. It’s very clean and comfortable and has everything you could ask for and more, in a vacation home. The lakefront is such a beautiful site and provides plenty of activities. Definitely recommended!!

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Great Place to stay!

Guest: Fish Fisherson (Flint, Mi, USA)
Date of Stay: 09/01/07 Review Submitted: 02/12/08

This rental was even cleaner and nicer than described! Spacious, nicely decorated, neat and comfortable to live and lounge around in. Also a very hot walleye hole withing rowing distance from the dock. And noooo, I'm not telling exactly where it is! We will for sure be coming back!

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, sightseeing.

Guest: D.M.
Date of Stay: 08/11/07 Review Submitted: 08/10/07

From the guest book in our cottage:We all had a wonderful week here at your terrific cottage in beautiful Northern Michigan. Everything we needed was here for us, and your place is so comfortable and homey. Thanks so much for sharing it! We took the Leelanau Peninsula map with in the car everywhere we went, very helpful. Along with Glen Arbor, we visited Suttons Bay, Leland, Northport, all great little towns to see.Besides our travels, we all enjoyed “pool” games here at the house, putting puzzles together, campfires with s’mores, and some fishing.Thank you again. We had a great time.

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Guest: T.J.
Date of Stay: 07/28/07 Review Submitted: 07/27/07

From the guest book in our cottage: We had a wonderful time! Went to the dunes, kayaking, shopping, eating, etc... The house was great. Everyone had plenty of room. Thanks for lending us your lovely home.

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Guest: The B. Family
Date of Stay: 07/21/07 Review Submitted: 07/20/07

From the guest book in our cottage:Thank you! We had a great stay.The location is great for shopping, dining, gallery hopping.The lake views are super, the water a great, clear lake for playing, boating, tubing, skiing. What a great week!Your home is so clean and spacious and “cheery.”We appreciate your willingness to share your home with us! Thank you!

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Guest: The H. Family
Date of Stay: 07/06/07 Review Submitted: 07/05/07

From the guest book in our cottage:What a unique and beautiful setting! You have a wonderful home – clean, charming, and with all the amenities you’d want in a vacation home. We have had a lovely vacation. Thank you for including such a thorough guide to dining, attractions, etc.We will definitely be returning!

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Guestbook Comment

Guest: Matthew Duffield (Waterford, MI)
Date of Stay: 07/01/07 Review Submitted: 07/11/07

Wow! great property. functional, clean, spacious and UNIQUE. from waterskiing, bon fires to walleye just simply beautiful place to vacation. Cleanliness and organization made relaxing the only priority.

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