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Welcome to PARADISE with sandy beach and lovely sunsets!
Welcome to paradise!
Beach
Living area
Interior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • On the beach
    A rare beachfront property in the area - enjoy direct access to the sand and sea.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Arbutus Lake
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Ski lift privileges
  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Traverse City, MI
  • Place, Forest Lakes
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Spider Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Arbutus Lake
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Airport, Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

+1
1 Double Bed, 3 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Twin Bed, 1 Double Bed and 2 Queen Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Just Fishing around Festivals! Beautiful fresh lake! Great for kids too!

This quaint cottage on Lake George is a fantastic place to fish, rest and relax, but still is only minutes to the great attractions of the Cherry capital of Traverse City. The 3 bedrooms and 1 full bath offers a view with beautiful quiet sunsets. 2 levels with wonderful lake views, and clean water swimming. Sleeps up to 6 with one main floor queen size bedroom, and 2 upper floor bedrooms which have 3 queens and a twin.
Cable T.V., WIFI, and games. Full kitchen, ( no dishwasher), open dining area that overlooks swimming area and view. Sliding door that opens to big deck to sit and enjoy all that is offered.
Plenty of parking available with gas grill, fire pit and sandy beach. Choices of rowboat fishing, paddleboat enjoyment on a no motorized lake. Public access adjacent to this paradise. The perfect area for on and off road biking and hiking while catching a glimpse of wildlife roaming.
Located on the south side of town and only 10 minutes from the happenings of Traverse City with shopping, wineries, casinos, restaurants, and finally topped off with the Cherry festival and Film festival.
Linens included, dogs considered, no smoking.
3 nights minimal. Charges per night may change during prime time season.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and return the keys
Keep shed door unlocked please
No candles allowed. Put campfires out. Make sure shed is clean and boats are pulled up to shore
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1040250
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the neighborhood

Traverse City

Located in Traverse City, this cottage is in the city center and on the beach. Shoppers can check out Front Street, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Lake Michigan and Traverse City Beach. Centre Ice Arena and Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf are also worth visiting. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or check out other outdoor activities such as snowmobiling and ice skating.
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Traverse City, MI

What's nearby

  • Forest Lakes - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Spider Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Arbutus Lake - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • beach near Huckleberry Island - 5 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Traverse City Beach - 17 min drive - 12.6 km

Getting around

  • Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Culver's - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Peegeo's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Smoke And Porter - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Cherry Country Traditions Café - ‬21 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Just Fishing around Festivals! Beautiful fresh lake! Great for kids too! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Just Fishing around Festivals! Beautiful fresh lake! Great for kids too!?

As of Jun 15, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Just Fishing around Festivals! Beautiful fresh lake! Great for kids too! on Sep 12, 2026 start from $304, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Just Fishing around Festivals! Beautiful fresh lake! Great for kids too!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Just Fishing around Festivals! Beautiful fresh lake! Great for kids too!?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Just Fishing around Festivals! Beautiful fresh lake! Great for kids too! located?

Located in Traverse City, this beachfront cottage is in the city center, just steps from Forest Lakes and Spider Lake. Arbutus Lake and High Lake are also within 2 mi (3 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 39 out of 45 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 45 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 45 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 45 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 45 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shelly B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Family Vacation

Such a peaceful stay
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 25, 2025
Thank you so much!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing

We enjoyed our stay in this lovely home. Location was great. Enjoyed the fire pit immensely!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aaron P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome Stay

We had a great time staying at Susan's place! Our dog especially enjoyed swimming in the lake and having easy access to the water! Thanks again, we'll definitely be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nathan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean and new flooring.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Norine K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Vacation

It was a nice getaway !
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great!

My kids loved the lake and the paddle boat, shallow beach swimming, great location, short drive to Traverse City, but very much away from the bustle of the city. Great Lake cabin getaway!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 25, 2025
Thank you so much !
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shelly B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The one where we fished.

Very nice.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 17, 2024
We always look forward to renters who take in the beauty of our rental. We have a lot to offer to you that you are able to relax and enjoy!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leo W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

weekend getaway

Overall, we enjoyed our stay at Susan's place. its' quiet with a beautiful view of the lake -- paddleboat & row boat on site. We had campfires every night and visited Traverse City, Sleeping Bear Dunes and the Turtle Creek Casino.Everything you need is provided. I did bring coffee and tea.The only downside is that there is no A/C and the upstairs bedrooms can be a little stuffy, though the fans did help.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Check in was super easy as we got there at 9pm. Rustic cabin in perfect location. Very quiet with only occasional minimal noise from neighbors. At night you can hear all the frogs which is peaceful.Didn’t bother me, but some might like a more updated cabin. Bathroom area a bit on the small side. Only down side was the carpet is very old and a bit dirty.Overall, a great stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bob I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Getaway, really good fishing!

This place was great! Had everything you might need. Super clean. We were there the week before Memorial Day so it was really quite in the neighborhood. Great water access for the dogs to swim. Fishing was fantastic right off of the dock or in the little fishing boat. Location was ideal. Off the beaten path but just minutes away from grocery or bait stores. Traverse City is an east 15 minute drive away. So many cool things to explore in the area! Susan is an amazing host! Great communication and there to help if needed.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shelly B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our family has the best time here!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donald H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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Stayed 13 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura L.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fall Getaway

Susan is wonderful to work with. The cabin is quaint and cozy. Perfect for a quiet getaway.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

candy p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

location was good!

my only complaint was the carpet was very dirty and smelled. we were outside so not to big a deal. But the bedding was wonderful! very comfortable and clean. loved having a beach to ourselves. its an old comfortable cabin but had everything that you need! trees kept it cool in the heat . great space for us all. Frig. was new and good size. felt away from town but just minutes from Travesere city.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Virginia F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful location

Very quiet lake location. Comfortable and everything we needed for the two of us. We stayed 12 nights and we were not ready to go home. Excellent internet which was important to us bc we were both working.
Stayed 12 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Spring vacation

Great place enjoyed our stay
Stayed 8 nights in May 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Dave H.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy cottage with some minor fixes

Overall it was great. Just a couple of things could have made it fantastic. There was a major amount of cobwebs and dead bugs under our bed. There were a lot of towels, but some pretty raggedy washcloths. We kept tripping over a rug in the living room that needs some repair. I finally sewed one end with some fishing line, but it still needs repair. We had to do a major sweep of the deck due to a thick covering of pine needles. It looked like they had been there for a month. Other than those things we had a great time. It was cozy, great location to restaurants and downtown Traverse City. We would come again!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Riley P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful colors

We had a great stay. The lake was beautiful and had tons of color in October. The neighborhood was also very quiet and serene in the fall. We will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rod S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfortable refuge

Exactly as represented; neat, clean, well-organized, complete, and very comfortable! Everything worked well; no problems and no complaints. Had a great week.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Mark C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great getaway

The location is very peaceful and relaxing. We had everything we needed for a stress free and relaxing stay. My biggest surprise was that the beds were very comfortable which made having to leave and go back home that more difficult.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

April A.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect fishing and swimming

Second year staying at this cottage. Kids enjoyed a lot of fishing and swimming on this quiet lake. Beach area at the property could use a little attention for easier access to the water. Stairs down to water also need some attention, many stubbed toes. Number of beds and rooms were perfect for our family. We love being on this quiet lake, but also love being so close to T.C. and the wine trails. Will definitely be coming back again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stacy F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet lake

It was a nice quiet lake tucked away with privacy. The house was equipped with everything we need and plenty of towels. Close location to Traverse City
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Samantha H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Getaway

This was a great place to get away, far enough from town that it felt isolated but close enough we could go shopping or eat out when we wanted. The owner was very responsive and check-in was easy. We had a great trip!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Just what you think a cottage should have

This cottage is a place that examplifies what a cottage should have. A great view, location, furnishings and amenities.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Craig S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lake stay oct 2020

Everything was great. It’s like going to your grandpas favorite place on earth and being able to sit in his favorite chair, cause he’s not there (lol). We loved our stay. A little chilly for fishing but no lack of things to do in this beautiful area. I’m pretty sure we accidentally hit the best weekend of the year for tree leaf color. Cabin was exactly as described and thinking about returning in 2021
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2020

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