Capture the sunrise overlooking the 85' private beach while sipping your coffee
Location: Northport, Northwest, Michigan, USA (36 miles N of Traverse City, 17 miles N Suttons Bay,) View Map
Accommodations: Cottage, 3 Bedrooms + Convertible bed(s), 2 Baths (Sleeps 6-8)
Keywords: Lake front cottage
Spend a week relaxing on the shores of Grand Traverse Bay while watching the waves roll in from Lake Michigan. Our fully furnished home is located at the tip of the Leelanau Peninsula, One mile from Grand Traverse Lighthouse and Museum. We are one of the few cottage rentals with a view of both bodies of majestic waters. Enjoy the calmer waters of GTB while watching freighters make their away around the Tip of the Leelanau Penninsula to/from Chicago to the Straits of Mackinaw.
This 1250 square foot three bedroom with oak flooring; two full bath cottage has ceramic floors in the kitchen, laundry, halls and bathrooms with granite counter tops in kitchen and baths.
Settle down in the oak floored dining room and living room while watching the flames dance in the gas log fireplace. You can grill on the deck while listening to the waves as they gently slap against the beach.
The front of the house has two sets of patio doors so you can sit inside and watch passing boaters on the Bay and freighters on the Great Lakes while sipping your AM coffee and viewing spectacular sunrises over the Bay. There is 85 feet of private beach. Beach is sand with small rocks.. The Great Lakes make the beach variable daily. We suggest watershoes for swimming in Northern Michigan as lake bottom is rocky. Beach and bottom varies as the sands shift daily.
The master bedroom is furnished with a queen size bed, dresser, futon and TV on all oak floors. The attached master bath has new granite and double sinks and ceramic flooring to accomodate the tub/shower. The second and third bedrooms have queen size beds with dressers with oak flooring.
The smoke-free house is located on a paved road in a private association which has a tennis and basketball courts, three parks, excellent walking beaches and hiking trails.
Bikes and a canoe with paddles are provided to let you experience your serene surroundings, or sit shoreside and enjoy the fire pit while watching the moonbeams glisten across the Bay.
You are within 17 miles of the Leelanau Sands Casino, 36 miles from plenty of shopping in Traverse City. Local towns of Suttons Bay and Leland are a short 20 minute drive from your retreat.
Sleeping Bear Dunes National Park and Shoreline are just a 45 minute drive to view the "Most Beautiful Place in America" per Good Morning America's 2011 viewers poll. Enjoy the quaint little bayside Village of Glen Arbor which is located just a few miles from the Dunes. Schedule a day at the Spas of the Homestead before you journey back to the Sunrise Side of the Leelanau Penninsula.
There are 20+ wineries located on the peninsula which have daily wine tasting for your pleasure. There is a FANTASTIC marina in Northport to launch your boat for all water activities. The Inland Seas Educational Sailing Boat is located in Suttons Bay.
You can golf at the Leelanau Club of Bahl Farms. Go bird watching at the newly created bird santuary. Enjoy Sleeping Bear Dunes National Park on a day trip to the sunset shore of the peninsula. Take a hot air balloon ride out of Traverse City! Visit the Manitou Islands, sale the Tall Ship Manitou sailing ship which also is a B&B and located in Traverse City.
No reservation is confirmed until 50% downpayment and lease is received.
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Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer
- Dryer
- Off Street Parking
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer : check with owner for size availability
- Gas Fireplace
- Beds
- Queen Bed (3)
- Convertible Bed
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV
- DVD
- VCR
- Video Library
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio
- View/Location
- Beachfront
- Lakefront : on Lake Michigan/Grand Traverse Bay
- Other Amenities
- Gas log fireplace, 2 TV's, Cooking Utensils, Bed Linens, bikes, canoe, patio furniture, hammock, shore side fire pit on your own personal beach, Casino 17 miles away, Lighthouse 2 miles away, Traverse City 36 miles away, Sleeping Bear Dunes 35 miles away, Beauty - ALL AROUND YOU!!!!
- Suitability
- Pet Friendly : owner discretion , non-aggressive type dogs
- Minimum Age Limit for Renters
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Sailing
- Boating
- Waterskiing
- Jet Skiing
- Swimming
- Biking
- Cross Country Skiing
- Downhill/Alpine Skiing
- Snowmobiling
- Wildlife Viewing
- Fishing
- Hunting
- Basketball Court
- Horseback Riding
- Hot Air Ballooning
- Shelling
- Hiking
- Restaurants
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Museums
- Other Activities
- Casino, Bird Watching, and just plain RELAXING!
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
May - June 24, 2012 =$1000/wk + $100 additional pet fee per pet to rental rate.
June 24- Sept 9, 2012. $2,000 + $100 pet fee (owner discretion size, type, & bred)
Reservation not confirmed until 50% downpayment & lease is received.
Weekend renting only in non-summer season. 3 night minimum $500.00
We rent from SUNDAY TO SUNDAY. Check in 4 PM, checkout 11 AM.
Summer rental period: full week rental only $2,000 Dates: June 24-Sept 9, 2012
Pet type, size, bred is property owners discrection. NO aggressive type dogs.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Map & Owner's Profile
Year Purchased: 2002
Why the Owner Chose Northport
There is no place like the Great Lakes along with wineries.
The Unique Benefits at this Cottage
Picking up Petoskey Stones on the beach. Fishing off the Manitou Islands. Wine tasting. Peace & quiet.
public boatlaunch boat slips grocery store - party store internet gas station bakery shops restaurants
old fishing wharf shopping area in downtown Leland Take charter boats for fishing out to Manitou Islands Take tour boat out to Manitou Islands for hiking Taking tour boat out down to Sleeping Bear Dunes National Shoreline
Make a day trip to the "The Most Beautiful Place in America" per Good Morning America 2011. only 40 mile drive through gorgeous Leelanau County.
Property Photos
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- Capture the sunrise overlooking the 85' private beach while sipping your coffee - Northport, MI-Michigan Vacation Cottage on Grand Traverse Bay, Lake Michigan!
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- Living room, gas fireplace facing water with double glass doors. - Northport, MI-Michigan Vacation Cottage on Grand Traverse Bay, Lake Michigan!
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- Dining area overlooking Lake Michigan, oak floors. Table seats 8. - Northport, MI-Michigan Vacation Cottage on Grand Traverse Bay, Lake Michigan!
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- Kitchen/snackbar, granite/ceramic tile, appliances, cookware & dinnerware.
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- Kitchen with granite counter-tops.
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- Master bdrm on oak floors/pillowtop queen bed, TV + private tiled bathroom.
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- Futon in master bedroom.
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- Master bath has ceramic tile, granite counter, double sinks, full tub & shower.
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- Second bedroom with queen bed, oak floors
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- 3rd bedroom with queen bed, oak floors
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- Guest bath has full tub/shower, ceramic tile, granite countertop with skylight.
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- Stroll the 85' private beach with picnic table, firepit and canoe for your use.
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- 12 steps down from lawn to beach.
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- Deck furniture on deck facing water.
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- Beachside deck has glider chairs/table & gas grill for your use on wooded lot.
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- Road view from drive-way. Quiet paved road.
Traveler Reviews (13)
Wow!!!! Awesome!!!
Guest: Cindy &Brian
(Lexington, Ky)
Date of Stay: 06/06/10
Review Submitted: 10/03/10
What can i say!!! You know i am in love with this place!!! My husband and i rented in June 2010 and my mom and myself and a friend came back in Sept!! You will not find better hosts anywhere in the U.S. than Dave & Gloria!!! They go out of their way to make sure your stay is outstanding!!! The cottage is very neat & clean and the decorations are beautiful. One thing that is very important to us is the furniture is very nice and comfortable!!! The views are just soooooo beautiful!!!!! You are right on the water!!! In a peaceful and quiet subdivision in the woods!!!! Lots of wildlife!!! If you want a great breakfast place to eat go to the Treasure Chest in Northport. On your left if you are leaving the cottage going to town!!! Tell Donna Cindy from Ky said hello!!!! Can't wait to come back in June 2011 !!!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, pet owners, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Guest: Pat & Annemarie C.
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Date of Stay: 01/22/05
Review Submitted: 01/22/05
WE had an incredible time relaxing in your beautiful cottage. The lake view, light snowfall and quiet did our minds and souls good. Thank you for sharing your lovely location with us. We had a great time looking at the lakeshore from your angle. WE say shoreline we normally don't get to see. Pat & Annemarie C.
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Guest: Sarah & Matt
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Date of Stay: 01/22/05
Review Submitted: 01/22/05
11-5-7, 2004 As usual, Matt & I had a great time staying at the cottage. This is our third "Fall Getaway" in a row. This time, we brought our friends Stephanie & Jason to see how enjoyable the cottage is! Last night, we had a bonfire on the beach. It was really nice. We made hobodinners and wrapped them in tinfoil, and cookedn them on the fire. We burned the food, but a good time was had by all. We'll be back again next year!! Sarah & Matt Steph & Jason
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Guest: Matt & Sarah
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Date of Stay: 01/22/05
Review Submitted: 01/22/05
10-24-03 What a beautiful weekend it was. This is our second year coming here and we had a wonderful time, once again. Friday, we went and picked out lots of goodies at the grocery store. We ate a warm supper and played scrabble in front of the fire. Saturday, we went for a hike in the state forest and managed to hike all the way to the water!! It was a warm, sunny day, perfect. Today is our last day - we hae to leave. We will stop in Traverse City on our way out and do a little sightseeing before we go home. Matt & I had a great, quiet weekend, and we can't wait to cmoe back. Sarah & Matt
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Guest: Rankin Family
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Date of Stay: 01/22/05
Review Submitted: 01/22/05
July 4th, 2004 HAPPY 4TH OF JULY AMERICA Vacations are always great! Enjoyed being here. You have the most fantastic view! Saw boats, liners, jet skies & part of the air show practice . . awesome. But not as awesome as the wildlife. .. deer a doe & 2 fanws, saw Monday & thursday; 2 bucks on Saturday during our bike ride to lighthouse; wild turkeys on side of road into Northport; woodpeckers, 12 swans a loan family; your friendly ground squirrels, WOW. Went rock hunting; hiking and really enjoyed the hammock and fireplace. THANKS Rankin Family
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Guest: Mason - Stohlev Family
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Date of Stay: 01/22/05
Review Submitted: 01/22/05
July 11-18th, 2004 This vacation week was lannned to spend some great outdoor time with our two daughters, son-in-law & three grandchildren. Your lovely vacation home was very accomodating and the view of the Bay incredible. Thank you. Here are some things the kids liked the most: 1. going to the sunet 2. going to the beach 3. going to the special, secret, private island Mason age 5 1l going to the light house 2. going to the fishtown shops Trey age 7 1. going to the sunset 2. going to make smores 3. riding bikes and swimming 4. going to the horsey park Haven 3 1/2 yrs old
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Guest: Butterworth Family
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Date of Stay: 01/22/05
Review Submitted: 01/22/05
July 18-25, 2004 We planned our vacation to find a relaxing getaway and found it. We brought our 3 kids and 2 newfoundland dogs. All of them really enjoyed playing in the water. We rented a jet boat and took the dogs for pides. When the kids were tubing and felloff the dogs thought they had to rescue them. That's what they are trained to do --- water rescue. We all enjoyed our time but no we need to get back to the busy live. Tahnk you for sharing your home with us. It made the stay really nice. Also enjoyed the long walks & sunsets.
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Guest: Coleman Family
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Date of Stay: 01/22/05
Review Submitted: 01/22/05
Sept 11-19, 2004 We really enjoyed our stay at the Cobb cottage. It was a great place to relax, which we really needed. Our dog Seamus just loved the beach and the yard. We were able to see many places on the penninsula. The water's great. Loved the hiking trails here and was nice to get to visit family up here and revisit all the familiar places. It's a great spot and such a cozy place to stay with lots of room & very great atmosphere. Seamus says: "woof" The Coleman Family
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Guest: Dorn & Barnhard Family
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Date of Stay: 01/22/05
Review Submitted: 01/22/05
June 22 Our stay here was quie enjoyable and we'd definately like to visit again! It was soo nice to have all the comforts of home here, our children Alyson & Benjamin adjusted to our vacation home very well. We spent a lot of time on the Sleeping Bear Lake Michigan Beach, one of the most beautiful beaches ever!!! Folks were quite friendly in Leland & Northport. There is just something so wonderful about the scenery of the water .. . great beach for Petosky stones too. WE even bought a polishing kit so we could take some home. Thank you, thank you, thank you for extending the use of your lovely home
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Guest: Aunt Mary & Ed
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Date of Stay: 01/22/05
Review Submitted: 01/22/05
Sept 20 What a special time this has been up here in God's country. I watched the sun come up this morning as the wind chimes tinkled in the morning breeze. What a pleasure this has been. Thank you. Aunt Mary & Ed
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