Location: Elk Rapids, Northwest, Michigan, USA (Grand Traverse Bay Area, 15 miles North of Traverse City)
Accommodations: House, 3 Bedrooms, 1.5 Baths (Sleeps 8)
This perfect family cottage is well equipped for a week of fun in Elk Rapids. One of the best locations on the popular west side of the Village. Tastefully decorated, clean and colorful. Fully furnished, with tile and hardwood floors. The fenced backyard is ideal for children and pets. Front porch is screened and glassed.
LESS THAN ONE BLOCK to: Village Beach, Park, Beach Playground, Tennis and Basketball courts - all on East Grand Traverse Bay!
Other Village activities (all within two - three blocks) include: shopping, restaurants, library, movie theater, antique shops, etc.
Two marinas are also nearby:
(1) Elk River Marina - to access Elk Lake, Torch River, Torch Lake, Clam River, etc.
(2) Elk Rapids Grace Memorial Harbor - to access East Grand Traverse Bay, Lake Michigan.
The cottage driveway will accommodate boat and trailer parking.
Call or email Terry for great Fall rates.
Non-Smoking.
Pets: well mannered dogs welcome, sorry no cats. (For weekly rentals, a $100 pet fee will be added.) Important Note To Guests - Linens: Not provided. Please bring sheets, pillowcases, and bath towels. We provide blankets, pillows, and kitchen towels. Thanks
Cottage is located on Traverse Street, between Pine and Spruce Streets. Check the online calendar (below)or call Terry for availability. Also, low 3-day rates September through May.
Call or e-mail Terry to reserve your week. Our weekly rental rates include MI 6% sales/use tax: example, your week @ $1,000.00 = 943.40 rent + 56.60 tax.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer: Stack Unit
- Dryer: Stack Unit
- Garage: 1 1/2 car attached garage, used mainly to store bikes and beach gear.
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer
- Beds
- Queen Bed: First floor, main bedroom, attached half bath
- Double Bed: 2nd bedroom, upstairs
- Twin/Single Bed: 3rd bedroom, upstairs, 2 twins are in the same large bedroom as the bunk bed.
- Bunk Bed: 3rd bedroom, upstairs, bunk bed (2 twin mattresses) is in the same large bedroom as the 2 twin beds.
- Crib: Crib for infant/under 1 year will be set up upon request
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV: A TV/DVD/VCR, with multichannel cable (Charter Expanded Basic, plus the Family Package).
- DVD
- VCR
- Video Library: Cable with Charter Family Package. A few family movies in DVD and VCR format are on site.
- CD Player
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
- Charcoal BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio
- Other Amenities
- Dishes and cooking utensils provided, Stack Washer/Dryer Unit, Cable TV with VCR/DVD, Some bikes are available for use by our guests, Please bring your bed linens and towels.
- Suitability
- Pet Friendly: Well mannered dogs are welcome, sorry - no cats. (For weekly rentals, a pet fee of $100 will be added.)
- Kid Friendly: Backyard is nicely landscaped and fenced for the safety and convenience of pets and children.
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Tennis
- Boating
- Swimming
- Biking
- Basketball Court
- Antiquing
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Other Activities
- Beach, Beach Playground, Local Cinema, Village Shopping and Restaurants, East Grand Traverse Bay, Elk River, Elk Lake . . . . . . Important Note To Guests - Linens are not provided. Please bring your own sheets, pillowcases, and bath towels. We do provide blankets, pillows, and kitchen towels. Thanks
Rate Details (In US Dollars,)
Weekly Rental: Saturday 3pm to Saturday 10 am. [MI sales tax included]
April 3, 2010 through May 29, 2010 ......... $600/week
May 29, 2010 through June 19, 2010 ............ $800/week
June 19, 2010 through August 28, 2010 ......... $1200/week
August 29, 2009 through Nov. 21, 2009 ........ $800/week
* Add $100 cleaning fee if pets *
3 day/2 night rate of $200 Fall 2009/Spring 2010
4 day/3 night rate of $300 Fall 2009/Spring 2010
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Property Photos
- Front View of Cottage - Old Fashioned Screened & Glassed Porch - Elk Rapids, MI - Michigan House Rental - Just 1 block to Beach on East Grand Traverse Bay!
- The Enclosed Front Porch Has Screens and Blinds - Elk Rapids, MI - Michigan House Rental - Just 1 block to Beach on East Grand Traverse Bay!
- The backyard is nicely landscaped and fenced. Gas and Charcoal Grills On Patio - Elk Rapids, MI - Michigan House Rental - Just 1 block to Beach on East Grand Traverse Bay!
- Partial Views - Kitchen and Mudroom / Back Entry
- First Floor Bedroom With Attached Half Bath
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