The beach and the Bay side of the house
Location: Traverse City, Northwest, Michigan, USA (Twenty miles north of Traverse City on the Leelanau Peninsul)
Accommodations: House, 9 Bedrooms, 4 Baths (Sleeps 22)
Newer 3000 square foot beachfront home on Grand Traverse Bay on the scenic Leelanau Peninsula for all-season beauty and recreation. The entrance to the home is in a private wooded setting. Out the back door, it is a short walk across the lawn to the private sandy beach and the water. Two decks, a screened porch, a large hot tub and many windows allow spectacular views.
This well appointed home comfortably accommodates 18-22 guests and is perfect for family reunions and large groups. The master bedroom suite includes a private bath with whirlpool tub. The private family suite has two bedrooms and a bath. There are nine bedrooms total and four tile baths. The great room and the game room remain as common spaces even with the maximum number of guests.
If only eight of the nine bedrooms are needed, a den on the first floor offers 'get away' space. Each of the bedrooms has its own unique character and has a cozy corner for reading or contemplation. Please visit our website for more detail and pictures.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning
- Washer
- Dryer
- Linens Provided: We also provide laundry detergent, soap and paper products to get you started.
- Off Street Parking
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer
- Gas Fireplace
- Beds
- Queen Bed (4)
- Double Bed (2)
- Twin/Single Bed (5)
- Bunk Bed (2)
- Crib
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV
- DVD
- VCR
- Video Library
- Video Game Console
- Video Games
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Jetted Tub in Bath
- Private Hot Tub
- Foosball
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
- Charcoal BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio
- Balcony
- View/Location
- Beachfront
- Lakefront
- Communications
- Telephone
- Free Long Distance
- Broadband Internet
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Other Amenities
- Bed linens, Bath towels & kitchen towels are provided at no extra charge, Enjoy the fully equipped Gourmet Kitchen with a Dishwasher, Blender, Toaster, Coffee Maker, Espresso Maker, Electric Griddle, Mixer, & Sharp Knives, Other amenities include, Large Hot Tub with a view of the bay, a Gas Fireplace, Central Air Conditioning, Ceiling Fans in every room, a large Library, Board Games & Puzzles, Fire Pit, DVD & CD Player with Surround Sound in the great room, Two additional TV's with VCR's & a Sony PlayStation, Paddleboat, Kayak, several pairs of Snowshoes, a small Marina next door offers a spot to launch your boat, and much, much more
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Kid Friendly
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Golf
- Tennis
- Theme Park (Amusement Park)
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Waterskiing
- Parasailing
- Jet Skiing
- Shelling
- Swimming
- Snorkeling/Diving
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Cross Country Skiing
- Downhill/Alpine Skiing
- Snowmobiling
- Sledding/Tubing
- Wildlife Viewing
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Hunting
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Basketball Court
- Antiquing
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Live Theatre
- Miniature golf
- Horseback Riding
- Other Activities
- Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, Leelenau State Parks, Lake Michigan beaches, Wine Tasting at one of the areaGÇÖs world renowned vineyards, Traverse City, Suttons Bay, Northport, Leland, Glen Arbor, Interlochen (Arts Festival), Leelanau Sands Casino
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
September- May $750-$1000/night*** (2 nights minimum; holidays 3 nights minimum)
Summer 2008: $7300-$7800/week**
No extra charges for cleaning and linens.
***Plus 6% Michigan Sales Tax
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Property Photos
- The beach and the Bay side of the house - Northport, MI - Michigan Vacation Rental
- Tucked away in the woods..... - Northport, MI - Michigan Vacation Rental
- The view of Grand Traverse Bay from the deck - Northport, MI - Michigan Vacation Rental
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Jennifer Hall , Ann Arbor MI
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Don & Mary Ann Stange , Rochester Hills, Mi
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Just a short note to say hi and let you know the clan really enjoyed our week together at Roby's Retreat in early August. Thanks for making it available. It is a lovely place in a beautiful area! The weather wasn't great but it didn't stop us from having a great time. I hope we can do it again. -E.C. August, 2004
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Just wanted to let you know that we all loved Roby's Retreat.... what a beautiful place! Somehow - despite all the beautiful pictures - you have to be there to really appreciate it. The screened in porch was especially nice since we all love to play cards and this enabled us to do that in the fresh air without the added "benefit" of bugs! We really lucked out on the weather too......Thanks again PV for such a great getaway! -A.B. August, 2004
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Memories of Roby's Retreat this week were rich with the sounds of seagulls and children, jet boat engines and coyotes howling. We so enjoyed this vacation up North. Family gathered from as far west as Kansas and as far south as Ashville, NC. It was an idyllic week weather-wise and the accommodations allowed for space to run & space to gather together. Thank you for creating a space near such beauty for families to come together to enjoy nature and the beauty of each others company.
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I was part of the group which just rented (July 17-24th) and want to thank you for renting your place. Our family had such a wonderful time and enjoyed the house and ALL of its accommodations. Your place was very nice and worked out very well for our large group, especially the children! We hope to visit again next summer! -T.K. July, 2004
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It was WONDERFUL! We enjoyed the house so much - all your personality and warmth comes through. Thanks so much for a great time, -S.M. July, 2004
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Great place for a big group. Many directions for people to disperse themselves. Also loved the large living area on main floor for gathering together. Character of the home, with so many games, books & good movies shouts out for family fun times. We found ourselves admiring your style and wishing we could meet you! Thanks for a great stay. We'd love to come another time.
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Thanks for sharing your house. It was a great vacation and allowed me to appreciate a part of the country I'd never spent time in. It was an enjoyable week with tons of family fun and relaxation. Thank you.
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Thank you so much for letting us spend a week in your home. We had such a delightful time. All 20 of us were in and out during the week. Only 5 of us were there the entire time but 4 more stayed until Thursday. We really enjoyed ourselves. Thanks again for all the work you do to make this comfortable and homey for your renters. The little touches do not go unnoticed. -B.K. June, 2004