The Perfect Beach, Sunny, Warm, Sandy, Crystal Clean Clear Water
Location: Traverse City, Northwest, Michigan, USA (Located on the Gold Coast between Traverse City/Suttons Bay)
Accommodations: Cottage, 2 Bedrooms + Convertible bed(s), 2 Baths (Sleeps 4-6)
Keywords: Cottage, Beach, House, vacation, rental, sandy, private, cabin, lake, water, fishing, ranch, home, beach, sandy, waterfront, lake, bay, traverse city, grand traverse, suttons bay, view, sandy
BEST LOCATION *Stay On The Bay* Grandma's Cottage is an Old Fashioned but newer Cottage On West Grand Traverse Bay minutes to Traverse City and Suttons Bay*Enjoy balmy warm breezes blowing in from West Grand Traverse Bay. Relax on the BIG front deck overlooking the bay. This is a free standing rental cottage, and its in a quiet residential neighborhood. Grandma's Cottage at BayWatch has authentic pine floors, and big front porch, just like the Cottage you went to as a child, but with all the conveniences of home, dishwasher, microwave full size fridge and stove. A sandy beach is yours to walk for miles, and this vacation rental cottage will make you want to stay forever.
NOTE we have TWO DIFFERENT properties,
this property BayWatch Grandma's Cottage, and a second property Southern Exposure vrbo see property 89966.
THE BEST BEACH* BayWatch Grandma's Cottage is located on a quiet residential street. A boardwalk leads to the Sandy Park Beach directly across from the Cottage. (The beach is only about 200 feet from the cottage) There is a private waterside viewing area with park bench, bonfire firepit for evening fun. *All water sports, great hard sand bottom, crystal clear and clean water, wonderful for kayaking, boating, swimming. Only 2 miles to DNR boat ramp. W.Bay is part of Lake Mich, and so has cleaner water, bigger waves and sandier beaches. Somewhere on this beach is a Petoskey Stone that has waited millions of years for you to come find it. stay at the sandy beach vacation rental cottage.
Our other property, Southern Exposure is directly ON the Bay, and shares 3.4 acres with Grandma's Cottage, and 270' of West Bay Frontage.
THE BEST WOODS surround Grandma's Cottage, Walk along the path through the woods, take a picnic lunch See beautiful towering white pines, pileated woodpeckers, mink, deer. Complete Quiet and Solitude. No neighbors in sight and a warm southern exposure. BayWatch is located on the WARM side of Leelanau Peninsula, (the West side is COLD and WINDY). Grandma's Cottage at BayWatch also has a little "tree house" big enough for adults (take a bottle of wine, a little cheese, very romantic) there is a table and 2 chairs, room for 4. Totally screened private place to listen to the woods and observe the wildlife around you. Enjoy the sandy beach vacation rental cottage.
FULLY FURNISHED don't wait in line and Save $ by making meals in fully equiped kitchen, enjoy dining alfresco with outdoor table and chairs on deck overlooking the bay and Barbeque grill on patio.
*the Porch of Grandma's Cottage, has a sandy beach vacation rental cottage has a fabulous view of the water and Power Island. Watch shore birds, blue heron, eagles, caspian terns, hummingbirds and other feathered friends. Total privacy, no close neighbors, just kick back and relax.
LOTS OF ACTIVITIES *Hike in the woods, or drive a short distance to quaint Suttons Bay. Browse the antique stores, have lunch at one of the great little restaurants, buy a T-shirt that says "Up North", and a yard ornament. Ride bikes on the blacktopped streets, or rent kayaks, boats, etc.*Close to two golf courses, and 12 vinyards which offer free tastings of local wines.
THE BEST ACCOMODATIONS choose either an old fashioned "Grandma Cottage" with real up north decor, pine floors, Queen sized bed in huge upper level bedroom with private full bath, twin beds in the "Captains Quarters" plus fold out sleeper futon. Four people would be quite comfortable, we can accomodate up to six with futon and/or roll aways. There are also 2 roll away beds that can be used on either level. This smoke-free property is in immaculate condition. This sandy beach vacation rental cottage Guest House will provide the most private and quiet vacation spot for up to 6 persons.
Grandma's Cottage at BayWatch is a stand alone cottage and has two bedrooms, (one on entry level and huge upper level master suite) Sandy beach.
ROMANTIC *Honeymooners and newly weds will find all the peaceful privacy they would like, come celebrate your wedding anniversary here too. There are no close neighbors at this sandy beach vacation rental cottage , total privacy and sandy beach.
HAVE A REAL VACATION!......
OR BRING THE KIDS The dining area table for indoor meals. Additional table and 4 chairs on the big porch, for dining with a view of the bay! at Grandma's Cottage
BEST VALUE *why stay in an old buggy log cabin on a murky inland lake when you can stay in a nice clean new cottage, with sparkling clean West Bay water for the same rate?
TWO PROPERTIES are available
1.) BayWatch Grandma's Cottage (2 bedroom, 2 baths, sleeps 2-6, sandy park beach)
2.) Southern Exposure at Bay Watch. (sleeps 2-4)
These are both on the BAY, with sandy beaches, and no other vacationers nearby.
Come and Stay on the Bay!!!
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer : Washer at Uncle Bob's Beach House
- Dryer : Dryer at Uncle Bob's Beach House
- Linens Provided : All bedding and bath linens provided.
- Off Street Parking : Parking for 2 vehicles MAX at both properties
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer : room for boat/trailer at both properties
- Beds
- Queen Bed (2) : Grandma's Cottage has one Serta Queen bed in huge upper level master bedroom with private bath, plus sitting area and view of the bay, Southern Exposure House has TWO queen sized beds
- Double Bed : Grandm'as Cottage has one double futon
- Twin/Single Bed (2) : Grandma's Cottage has 2 twin beds, these are in the Captain's Quarters on the entry level, great for folks who don't do stairs.
- Convertible Bed : Grandma's Cottage had a futon in living room is double bed sized Grandma's Cottage has 2 roll-aways, with thick mattresses for additional persons.
- Child Bed (2) : Twin Beds at Grandma's Cottage PLUS 2 roll aways, that can added to the Master Bedroom for little ones.
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV : BASIC internet and cable tv and dvd player
- DVD
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen : Fully equipped kitchen, electric range, full sized refrigerator, plus a microwave and dishwasher. All dishes silverware pots and pans etc
- Cooking Utensils Provided : everything
- Refrigerator : nice clean new full sized
- Dishwasher : nice, clean, new
- Microwave : yes
- Outdoor Features
- Charcoal BBQ Grill : bring charcoal and lighter, a bbq is provided at both properties.
- Deck/Patio : Huge front porch or deck with million dollar view of the Bay, and table and chairs for "alfresco" dining. Both properties have an old fashioned porch swing overlooing the bay,
- Balcony : great views of the bay
- View/Location
- Beachfront : Great park beach for the best swimming, sunning, and funning. At Grandma's Cottage, the sandy beach is just across a quiet residential street,to the board walk to the sandy park beach is only steps away, a private viewing deck and bonfire ring along the boardwalk with a fabulous view as well. If you are lucky enough to be at the beach,.....you're lucky enough! Beach walk for a mile, find Petoskey stones.
- Lakefront
- Communications
- WiFi (Wireless Internet) : maybe wireless, maybe ethernet cable
- Other Amenities
- TV basic channel cable,internet, Full Kitchen, toaster, coffee maker, linens and towels provided, bring beach towels and water walkers, Queen sized beds, full size futons, twin beds, and roll-aways too, nice bedding and linens provided, ABSOLUTELY No Smoking, Damage Deposit req, send an email for more photos, depends on which property
- Suitability
- Pet Friendly : $200 per pet per week, plus additional $200 damage deposit. Please do not leave pets unattended inside.
- Handicapped Accessible (may have limitations) : First level bedroom, minimal steps at Grandma's Cottage.
- Kid Friendly : Well mannered children are welcome Child friendly warm water with gentle slope.
- Smoking Not Allowed : no smoking anywhere on premises
- Activities
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Waterskiing
- Parasailing
- Swimming
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Antiquing
- Shelling
- Hiking
- Restaurants
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Other Activities
- sandy beach vacation rental cottage close to wonderful restaurants, only 7 miles to Gusto's, Casino gambling at the Sands Casino (Indian Casino)12 vinyards with tasting rooms within 15 miles, Golfing, Great bicycling touring roads, Close to everything, no close neighbors, Surrounded by big trees, and great hiking areas. Enjoy the beach, boating, swimming, bonfires, get to know each other again. rent a boat/jet ski snowmobile, http://www.bluesky-tvc.com/indexSummer.htm copy and enter this link in your address line.
Rate Details (In From $400 for 2 nt wkn)
We have two DIFFERENT properties, Southern Exposure, sleeps 2-4 Winter rental avai
Grandma's Cottage (63065) sleeps 2-6
June weeks or weekends, $600 for 2 persons, $800 for 4 persons,
Cherry Festival $2400/week for 2 persons, $2800/week for 4 persons, $3200 for 6 pe
July and August $2000/week for 4 persons, $2400/week for 6 persons
Sept weeks or weekends, $600 for 4 persons, $800 for 6 persons
Pets $200/pet/week
MI tax and $400 damage deposit required on all rentals.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Owner's Profile
Owner Description
Year Purchased: 2003
Grandma's Cottage was built in 2003, but designed to look like your grand parents had owned/lived there since 1940. It has the big front porch with an old fashioned swing. We wanted our visitors to relax and take it easy the way they did back then, with authentic styling and pine floors, but to have all the amenities of today's technology. ie, internet and microwave and a really good dishwasher.
So kick back, and get the rest and relaxation you deserve. We know you will enjoy Grandma's Cottage......just like she did.
Why the Owner Chose Traverse City
This is the "gold coast" between Traverse City and Suttons bay. Easy access to Traverse City, for "big city" shopping, entertainment....yet nestled in the heart of Leelanau County and rubbing elbows with vinyards, small town ice cream stands, marinas and boat launches, casinos, and sandy beaches. The East side of Leelanau is warm and balmy...the West side is windy and cold. Our protected bay gets warmer so you can spend more time outside, in the water, and on the beach. The southern exposure of Grandma's Cottage provides a ring side seat for the lights of traverse city. You can see/hear the F-16s gearing up for the Blue Angels show, and even see the fireworks, across the bay. The 3.5 acres of woods is yours to enjoy. There is a path that leads to the 'treehouse' so take a walk through nature. Look for the best Petoskey stones, down at the point to the east of the park beach.
The Unique Benefits of this Cottage
The beach is great for walking, for about a mile or so in each direction. Lots of interesting rocks. Michigan great lakes shorelines are open to the public for walking. You should not get any comments or hassle from any property owner while walking on the beaches.
Property Photos
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- The Perfect Beach, Sunny, Warm, Sandy, Crystal Clean Clear Water - Traverse City, Michigan - Cottage Rental near Suttons Bay
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- Boardwalk to Sandy Park Beach - Traverse City, Michigan - Cottage Rental near Suttons Bay
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- BayWatch, the Old Fashioned Grandma Cottage with swing on the big front porch - Traverse City, Michigan - Cottage Rental near Suttons Bay
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- Bonfires, and s'mores, a gazillion stars, get to know each other again
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- Open floor plan, real up north pine floors, a newer and genuine cottage
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- Luxurious queen sized bed in loft w/ private bath, hear the waves and the wind
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- Save $, best food, no waiting,fully equipped kitchen dishwasher microwave too
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- Million Dollar View from the porch, flower garden, bay and Marion Island
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- Twin beds in entry level den, great for kids or those who can't go up steps.
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- Snoozin in the sun on the picnic table at the water edge....aaaahhhhhhh.
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- Watch the moon rise over the bay Honeymoon- celebrate an anniversary at BayWatch
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- Dinner on the deck, the very best table with the very best view of the bay
Traveler Reviews (19)
Lovely Stay at Grandma's Cottage
Guest: Lynette
(Lake Forest, IL)
Date of Stay: 07/16/11
Review Submitted: 07/22/11
We loved our stay at Grandma's Cottage. The cottage is really cute, very clean and very nicely appointed with a lovely cottage garden. Very picturesque. We were very pleased. The only negative we have to report is that it is not air conditioned. This probably isn't a problem 90% of the time, but our week there was very hot so A/C would have been great. There are fans though which helped alot. The owner lives across the street and was very helpful with suggestions of what to see and do. She also had some beach stuff she allowed us to use. That was very nice of her and convenient for us. This is a very quiet area - in a good way, not too sleepy, but definitely not hustle bustle. It is only 10 minutes from Suttons Bay and about 15 mi from Traverse City. The cottage is just across the street from the Bay, and had a great firepit on the shore. The shore is sandy and stoney - so water shoes are a good idea to bring - we didn't have them and managed fine tho. The water is so beautiful and safe for little ones since it is calm and quite shallow for a long way out. Kayaking was perfect! The location is great - an easy drive to Sleeping Bear Dunes and Leland (both a must!). Lots of trout in Lake Leelanau so go to Fishtown and charter a fishing boat. The owner also accomodated our schedule. We we not able to stay there a full week, so she prorated our rental fee. All in all, we loved Grandma's Cottage and the Suttons Bay area. We will definitely come back!
Recommended for:Sightseeing, romantic getaway, pet owners, families with young children, girls getaway, families with teenagers, age 55+.
July 2011
Guest: Suzie Z
(Normal, IL)
Date of Stay: 07/02/11
Review Submitted: 07/12/11
My husband and I truly enjoyed our stay at this adorable home. The location was perfect as a base from which we explored neighboring towns that included Glen Arbor, Frankfort, Leland, Northport, Charlevoix and Petoskey. It was extremely quiet and peaceful, even though our vacation coincided with the Cherry Festival and Independence Day. The beach across the street was so convenient and nearly deserted; we enjoyed several walks along the shore. The home itself was cozy and clean and suited our needs. A note that may be of importance to some; there is no air conditioning-we certainly didn't need it during the first week of July as the temperature never rose above 83 degrees, and the water is from a well; also not a concern for us, but may be for others. The owner, Shelly, lives across the street and was available to help with information on the area. Grandma's Cottage is a perfect choice if you want to feel at home while vacationing in Northern Michigan.
Owner response:Thank you for choosing Grandma's Cottage. It's so nice to hear how much you enjoyed long walks along the sandy shoreline. The cottage is well insulated, with Andersen windows, and there are ceiling fans in the sleeping areas, as well as a window fan upstairs for good ventilation. When the weather is hot, a cooling Southerly breeze comes across the bay, and when the weather is cold, the cottage is protected from North winds by the woods behind. This provides a wonderful moderate micro-climate, with the sunny days and cool evenings. We hope you will visit again.
Recommended for:Sightseeing, romantic getaway, pet owners, families with young children, adventure seekers, families with teenagers, age 55+.
Comfortable but Disappointing
Guest: Vacationers
(Midwest)
Date of Stay: 06/05/11
Review Submitted: 06/17/11
The cottage itself is darling, well appointed, and very clean. Ask for updated date stamped pictures of the grounds (especially the front yard and the beach front area) as, let's just say, it didn't look like the pictures here. We also found the privacy to be limited as there's a shed on the property that was often visited by the owner and various workmen.
Owner response:Grandma's Cottage has been rented by dozens of couples and families each year for the past six years. Our track-record is impeccable, with many repeat visitors. The property is in excellent condition, and meticulously maintained. A big wind storm blew down the sign located out at the street. We hired a workman to take the sign down, take it to his shop for welding, and then replace it in the original location. It seems that THIS renter was unhappy with the fact that this repair was done, despite saying that she "didn't mind at all", when asked if it was OK for the repair man to take the sign down. (this took 1/2 hour) Email me for "real time" photos, I will send them to you from my cell phone, showing what flowers are currently blooming in the beautiful cottage garden, as well as photos of the beach, which is wonderful in every season. If you are another property owner, email me for the name of this renter.
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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 02/17/08
Review Submitted: 02/17/08
Baywatch is the perfect home base for exploring Leelanau. We had the opportunity to stay here from September to February, while house-hunting. It gave us time to get to know the area, while living very comfortably. Hearing the waves at night and spotting an occasional deer in the woods is so relaxing. Having all of the amenities, including coffee maker, dishwasher, microwave, etc. made it feel like home. This property is very well maintained and the owners are terrific.
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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 02/01/08
Review Submitted: 02/17/08
Baywatch is the perfect home base for exploring Leelanau. We had the opportunity to stay here from September to February, while house-hunting. It gave us time to get to know the area, while living very comfortably. Hearing the waves at night and spotting an occasional deer in the woods is so relaxing. Having all of the amenities, including coffee maker, dishwasher, microwave, etc. made it feel like home. This property is very well maintained and the owners are terrific.
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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 01/01/08
Review Submitted: 01/16/08
We enjoyed our 2007 trip even more than 2006. We are looking forward to 2008!
Owner response:Thank you, BayWatch Cottage has several "repeat" visitors, we look forward to seeing you this summer! Shelly and Dave
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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 07/18/07
Review Submitted: 07/18/07
We had an amazing vacation here at the cottage! Just as described, it was clean and neat with a nice kitchen and comfy beds. We loved the beautiful views out to the blue-green bay from all the front windows. We especially enjoyed the shady front porch, swing and lovely garden. The beach is child friendly, too, and just across the street. Thank you for one of our best vacations ever.
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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 07/01/07
Review Submitted: 07/18/07
We had an amazing vacation here at the cottage! Just as described, it was clean and neat with a nice kitchen and comfy beds. We loved the beautiful views out to the blue-green bay from all the front windows. We especially enjoyed the shady front porch, swing and lovely garden. The beach is child friendly, too, and just across the street. Thank you for one of our best vacations ever.
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