Swim, kayak, walk, stare or just snooze lake side on this sandy beach
Location: Northport, Northwest, Michigan, USA (30 Minutes North of Traverse City) View Map
Accommodations: House, 4 Bedrooms, 2.5 Baths (Sleeps 8)
Take in the incomparable beauty and activities of Lake Michigan beach living during the day, be fascinated by a breath-taking sunset over the lake each evening then lay back to view more stars than you've ever seen.
Our modern 3700 square foot ranch is located on a dead end wooded road and has 105 feet of private sandy beach facing west on Lake Michigan.
The walk-in main level welcomes you to a cathedral ceiling great room with skylights and a mid-room floor to ceiling natural stone fireplace. You are immediately taken by the entire west wall of glass which allows you an astonishing view of the lake and 3 islands.
Views are also from the full service kitchen, formal dining room or the master bedroom with king bed and its own private walk out to the lake-side deck.
A second bedroom, full size bath with a separate shower and bath tub and a convenient laundry room that exits into the 2 car attached garage completes the main level.
The main level accesses a full length 60' deck through its 3 sliding doors where the real relaxation begins. Plan your dinner under the patio umbrella and wrought iron patio set, or stretch out on a lounge chair to watch the lake and catch some rays with a cool drink or step into the cozy screened porch to take a nap or start that good book you haven't had the time to read. Stairs on each side of the deck take you to the lower level and down to the beach.
The lower walk-out level to the beach has an additional 2 bedrooms, full bath, kitchenette, and game & entertainment room. This level also walks out onto a full length covered deck for more spectacular views of the lake or a private snooze on the hammock.
Christmas Cove is a natural sandy bay with a gradual transition into the lake for safe swimming and water sports. The miles of uninterrupted beach makes for a pleasant daily walk to find Petosky stones or enjoy the ever changing shoreline, natural dune areas and wildlife.
Daytime lake and beach activities are plentiful but the magic begins at sunset. There are no more beautiful or dramatic sunsets any place than over Lake Michigan. The sky puts on a light show of colors as the sun sets directly across the lake. As the sky slowly loses its colors it gives way to an unbelievable view of more stars than you've ever seen before. The milky way is clearly in view and if you're lucky the northern lights may dance on the northern horizon.
A magical day comes to an end with the promise of new adventures tomorrow.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning
- Washer
- Dryer
- Linens Provided
- Garage: atttached with remote door opener
- Wood Fireplace
- Wood Stove
- Beds
- King Bed
- Queen Bed (2)
- Double Bed
- Convertible Bed
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV: 52" Large screen tv with room surround sound
- DVD
- VCR
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Pool Table
- Air Hockey
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator (2)
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio
- Balcony: The upper level deck features a patio set that seats 8, 2 large umbrellas, tiki torches and a screened porch. The lower deck has a hammock, hanging swing for 2 and a cozy seating area.
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- View/Location
- Beachfront: Views of Manitou and Fox Islands. Miles of beach to walk. One of the best beaches for Petosky Stone hunting.
- Communications
- Telephone
- Suitability
- Pet Friendly: Prior approval by owner is required
- Kid Friendly: Family fun is the priority of this property
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Waterskiing
- Jet Skiing
- Shelling
- Swimming
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Hunting
- Basketball Court
- Antiquing
- Other Activities
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Low Season May 01-Memorial Day & Labor Day-Oct 15 .. $2700/week
High Season Memorial Day-Labor Day .................. $3200/week
8 person maximum / Check in at 4:00 pm / Check out at 10:00 am
$500 deposit per week to hold reservation
Security deposit of $250
Remaining balance due five weeks prior to the reservation date
Personal or cashier checks accepted
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Map & Owner's Profile
Year Purchased: 1996
Why the Owner Chose Northport
Northport and Christmas Cove was love at first sight. The magnificent view of Lake Michigan is complimented by the unmatched beauty of the Leelanau Penninsula and the activities of Grand Traverse Bay. Northport is just a few miles north of the busy tourist towns of Traverse City, Suttons Bay and Leeland/Fish Town. At the tip of the Leelanau Penninsula you experience the quieter town of Northport, its cherry and apple orchards, a top-notch marina, historic lighthouse and its State Parks and walking trails.
The Unique Benefits at this House
Our fully appointed summer home sits on a private road which is bordered by woods to the east and Lake Michigan to the west.The magnificent lake view is only one of the natural wonders that fill your senses. The miles of beach to exlore takes you past woods and sand dunes and an ever changing water line. The American Bald Eagle has made a strong comeback in this area and is ofter seen along the coast as well as an abundance of other birds.
When you take a break from the sun and beach you can get plenty of shade from our screened porch or covered lower deck with its hammock and 2 seater swing. The front and side yards are beautifully landscaped and the thick lawn is a great place to play our bocci or croquet games.
After dark Christmas Cove has few outdoor lights, consequently the night sky is phenomenal with plenty of shooting stars.
Owner's Map of Northport
Although we were born in Detroit, like most we have always been drawn to the water. Since the ocean wasn't available, we discovered a better alternative. Lake Michigan affords the same exapansive open water views and dramatic sunsets and is clean fresh water as a bonus!
We consider ourselves lucky to have found Northport and purchased our first lake front home on Christmas Cove in 1981. We raised our 3 children "up north" during their summer vacations.They were able to shake cherries, fish, sail, play ball and hunt with their local friends before they had to return home to the city.
We have found that we enjoy sharing our summer home and the Northport area with our renters.
Property Photos
- Swim, kayak, walk, stare or just snooze lake side on this sandy beach - Northport, Michigan Vacation Home
- Relax in the comfortable great room that has magnificent views to the lake - Northport, Michigan Vacation Home
- The kitchen has all modern conveniences and a view to the lake - Northport, Michigan Vacation Home
- An evening swim at sunset is a fantastic end to the busy day
- Master bedroom suite with king bed and private walkout onto the upper deck
- Enjoy an escape from the summer sun in the comfortable screened porch
- 2 levels of decking to spread out, relax and enjoy the lake and island views
- The lower level game room with fireplace provides additional entertainment
- Enjoy the sunrise on the front porch which faces east and looks out to the woods
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