Location: Traverse City, Northwest, Michigan, USA (Twenty miles north of Traverse City on the Leelanau Peninsul)
Accommodations: House, 9 Bedrooms + Convertible bed(s), 4 Baths (Sleeps 24)
Keywords: House
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 18-24 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 large Greatroom, Gameroom and Screened porch provide indoor common areas for your 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
- Linens Provided : We also provide laundry detergent, soap and paper products to get you started.
- Washer
- Dryer
- Off Street Parking
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer
- Gas Fireplace
- Beds
- Queen Bed (4)
- Double Bed (2)
- Twin/Single Bed (5)
- Bunk Bed (2)
- Convertible Bed (2)
- Crib
- Entertainment
- Jetted Tub in Bath
- Private Hot Tub
- Cable/Satellite TV
- DVD
- VCR
- Video Library
- Video Game Console
- Video Games
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Foosball
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
- Charcoal BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio (2)
- Balcony
- View/Location
- Beachfront
- Lakefront
- Communications
- Telephone (4)
- 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
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Waterskiing
- Parasailing
- Jet Skiing
- Swimming
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Cross Country Skiing
- Downhill/Alpine Skiing
- Snowmobiling
- Wildlife Viewing
- Fishing
- Hunting
- Basketball Court
- Antiquing
- Live Theatre
- Miniature golf
- Horseback Riding
- Theme Park (Amusement Park)
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Shelling
- Sledding/Tubing
- Hiking
- Restaurants
- 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: $5,900-$7800/week**
No extra charges for cleaning and linens.
***Plus 6% Michigan Sales Tax
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Owner's Profile
Owner Description
Year Purchased: 1999
My family lives in Ann Arbor Michigan. We have three children, the youngest of whom is 21.
Why the Owner Chose Traverse City
We began renting vacation homes in Northern Michigan in the 1980's. It was always a "shot in the dark" renting homes sight unseen. When we discovered our property in the early 1990's we knew we had found somewhere we could return to every summer. Our three children could swim in the bay which is shallow for quite a ways. We loved tubing and snorkeling in the crystal clear water. There were plenty of "critters" for the kids to study and catch. The Leelanau peninsula is absolutely beautiful and there are many activities close by.
In 1999, when the owner of the property who lives next door offered to sell it to us, we couldn't refuse. We purchased the property in 1999, removed the old cottage and built the new house in 2000. We enjoy getting together with our extended families for reunions so we built Roby's Retreat with family reunions in mind.
Property Photos
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- The beach and the Bay side of the house - Northport, MI - Michigan Vacation Rental
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- Tucked away in the woods..... - Northport, MI - Michigan Vacation Rental
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- The view of Grand Traverse Bay from the deck - Northport, MI - Michigan Vacation Rental
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- Enjoy the large screened porch
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- Great Room
Traveler Reviews (23)
Guestbook Comment
Guest: Jennifer Hall
(Ann Arbor MI)
Date of Stay: 04/01/06
Review Submitted: 04/19/06
Thank you for the wonderful Easter. Our family had a grand time flying kites, boating, looking for minnows, and having an Easter egg hunt. We even had a contest to see who could stay in the water the longest - it was cold but the kids loved walking in it. The fireplace and hot tub were a perfect compliment to a day outside in the fresh spring weather.
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Great Vacation Home for Girlfriends' Wine Weekend Getaway
Guest: SteanBean
(Howell, MI)
Date of Stay: 11/04/11
Review Submitted: 11/06/11
I just returned home from our group's weekend stay at Roby's Retreat and couldn't wait to write a review on the house. This house was PERFECT for our girlfriends' wine tasting weekend. At first, we looked for hotels to stay in during our visit to the Traverse City area, but nothing quite fit. I started looking for other options and when I came across Roby's Retreat, I had a feeling I had found our home away from home for the weekend. Not to mention, it was cheaper per person to rent the house than it would have been to stay in individual hotel rooms - and I feel there were many, many more benefits to staying at the house. (And you cannot beat the view and location!) There is great gathering space on the main and lower level, allowing our entire group to hang out together. The house was very well equipped, the furnishings very comfortable, and everything was very clean. Everyone in the group loved this cottage and a few were even interested in possibly renting the home during the summer with their families. What you read in the description and see in the photos accurately reflect the home. If you're looking for a cozy and homey cottage on the lake for a large group, this is it. There really could not have been a better place to stay for this event. The ladies can't wait for next year!
Recommended for:Age 55+, sightseeing, girls getaway, families with teenagers, families with young children.
Great clean house with lot of amenities
Guest: Seattler
(Redmond, WA)
Date of Stay: 06/03/11
Review Submitted: 06/09/11
We rented this house this summer and we just had a blast there. We were a group of 14 adults and 5 kids. The house is very well maintained inside and outside the kids and adults had lot of fun with paddle boat and kayak. There is a volleyball net outside, and sand toys. We wish we planned to stay for one more day. Great house and the owner is a great communicator and very nice to interact with!
Recommended for:Sightseeing, girls getaway, families with teenagers, families with young children.
Wow!
Guest: YPOM
(Rochester. MI/USA)
Date of Stay: 05/27/11
Review Submitted: 05/31/11
We had a group of 21 in for Memorial Day weekend, 2011, and can't wait to go back! Everyone in our group couldn't stop talking about what a great house and great location it was! Everything you can imagine or need is there - very well appointed!! The house is about 26 miles away from downtown Traverse City, but nicely away from everything. Very quiet. :)
Recommended for:Sightseeing, girls getaway, families with teenagers, families with young children.
Guest: Vivan Steemers
(Grand Rapids, Michigan)
Date of Stay: 08/11/09
Review Submitted: 08/11/09
Our family spent a wonderful week at Roby's Retreat. The house is very comfortable, the view on the bay beautiful and the possibilities for young and old to enjoy themselves numerous. Living ourselves in Michigan, we were eager to show our relatives from California and Europe the best Michigan has to offer during our family reunion... we succeeded!
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Guestbook Comment
Guest: Don & Mary Ann Stange
(Rochester Hills, Mi)
Date of Stay: 10/01/04
Review Submitted: 10/18/04
A great place! The location, of course, is a great start, but only the start. We slept all 18 of us very comfortably. Everything necessary was supplied.A very comfy and nice place. The screened porch was great and the hot tub a wonderful addition. We couldn't have enjoyed our stay more. The fire pit was enjoyed two out of our three nights at your place and we hope our singing wasn't too loud, but we were having fun. The kids loved the paddle boat too.
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Guest: N/A
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Date of Stay: 09/03/04
Review Submitted: 09/03/04
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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Guest: N/A
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Date of Stay: 08/31/04
Review Submitted: 08/31/04
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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Guest: T.C.
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Date of Stay: 07/31/04
Review Submitted: 07/31/04
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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Guest: N/A
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Date of Stay: 07/25/04
Review Submitted: 07/25/04
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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