Location: Interlochen, Northwest, Michigan, USA (20 Minutes from Traverse City and Crystal Mountain)
Accommodations: House, 2 Bedrooms + Den, 3 Baths (Sleeps 5)
Keywords: House
Looking for a vacation rental in northern Michigan? A cottage near Traverse City? A cabin to rent when you drop-off or pick-up your child at Interlochen Center for the Arts? A house convenient to the golf (or skiing!) at Crystal Mountain?
This beautiful house is a bird lover's paradise in beautiful northern Michigan, located on 4.5 acres on the western shore of Duck Lake with 160 feet of lake frontage. The house was completed in spring 2007 and is beautifully finished, the house looks across a secluded bay to wooded hills on the opposite side of the lake. With approximately 2800 square feet including a finished walk out basement it sleeps four guests in comfort and privacy in two bedrooms.
The world renowned Interlochen Center for the Arts is approximately one and one half miles away, and the village of Interlochen about a mile beyond that. Traverse City and Crystal Mountain are each about 20 minutes away.
Birds and wildlife
Wildlife and birds are abundant and varied in the area, with frequent deer and turkey sightings, along with raccoons and the occasional fox and flying squirrel. We also have otters and muskrats in the lake, and frequently hear coyotes in the evenings calling across the lake. The many species of bird include a pair of nesting loons which produced two offspring two years ago (but not last year). Below is a list of bird species we often see from the house (in spring and summer we have a huge selection of migrants):
Blue Jay, Cardinal, Robin, Chickadee, Cow Bird, Titmouse, Goldfinch,
Nuthatch, Grosbeak, Purple Finch, Baltimore Oriole, Cedar Waxwing, Ovenbird, Woodpeckers (Pileated, Red Headed, Red Bellied, Hairy, Downy, Northern Flicker), Common Loon, Tundra and Mute Swans, Mallard, Wood Duck, Tree Swallow, Belted Kingfisher,Snowy Owl, Bald Eagle, Turkey, Blue and Green Heron, Red Wing Blackbird, Hummingbird, Common Merganser, (down the road are a nesting pair of Osprey)
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning
- Linens Provided
- Washer
- Dryer
- Gas Fireplace
- Wood Fireplace
- Beds
- Queen Bed
- Twin/Single Bed
- Convertible Bed
- Entertainment
- Jetted Tub in Bath
- DVD
- VCR
- Video Library
- Stereo System
- Ping Pong/Table Tennis
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Catering Available
- Outdoor Features
- Charcoal BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio
- View/Location
- Lakefront
- Communications
- Telephone
- Other Amenities
- Dock, Canoe, Kayaks (available with notice), Wet Bar in basement, All rooms have ceiling fans
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities
- Golf
- Tennis
- Kayaking
- Boating
- Waterskiing
- Jet Skiing
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Cross Country Skiing
- Downhill/Alpine Skiing
- Snowboarding
- Snowmobiling
- Wildlife Viewing
- Fishing
- Hunting
- Live Theatre
- Miniature golf
- Horseback Riding
- Hot Air Ballooning
- Rafting
- Hiking
- Rock Climbing
- Restaurants
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Museums
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
2012
Jan1-May24, Sept4-Dec31 .. $1800/week .. $275/night (2 night min)
May25-Sept3... $2500/week .. $375/night (5 night min)
Plus $125 dollar cleaning fee and $300 (returnable) security deposit.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Property Photos
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- Front of house - Interlochen, Michigan Vacation
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- Lake side of house - Interlochen, Michigan Vacation
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- Living Room - Interlochen, Michigan Vacation
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- Enclosed porch
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- Fireplace
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- One of two bedrooms
Traveler Reviews (4)
Love Bird Lovers Paradise
Guest: JulieAnn
(California)
Date of Stay: 07/16/10
Review Submitted: 09/16/11
Simply magical time. We've stayed here twice and loved every moment. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QB2WPjonSD0
Recommended for:Girls getaway, families with teenagers, romantic getaway, families with young children.
Most enjoyable
Guest: def
(Hong Kong, Hong Kong)
Date of Stay: 07/14/11
Review Submitted: 09/15/11
We had the most relaxing time at this house. Spacious, clean and very convenient to ICA. The attention to detail in the build is quite impressive. In addition, we were surprised by the diversity of the wildlife to go along with the beautiful view of the lake through the wood. While I never got a chance to meet the owner, he was most gracious and genuinely helpful in making sure our stay went well. I have no hesitation recommending this lovely home.
Recommended for:Families with teenagers, romantic getaway, families with young children.
Guest: Jeannie & John Best
(Abilene, Texas)
Date of Stay: 07/22/09
Review Submitted: 07/22/09
What a wonderful stay in a wonderful home! Still commenting on how WONDERFUL the beds were and how well we rested. This is now our 'NEW' Santa Fe, NM (which has been our all time favorite place to stay for over 20 years). Enjoyed watching the birds, the cool weather (even for MI), cooking out 2 nights on the deck... just delightful. Thanks.
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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 07/17/09
Review Submitted: 07/17/09
There are five depressed people here, prepping for our return downstate. We’ve had a wonderful week in this beautiful house. The variety of birds is really magical and particularly enchanted our eight year old daughter. ..PS- Loved the art work. The piece above the mantle was fodder for much discussion – watch how the lightes in the windows appear in the evening. We think it’s happening in Chicago. --SW August, 2008
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