Long Lake Waterfront Home
About the property
- House
- Bedrooms2
- Sleeps6
- Bathrooms2
- Half Baths0
- Minimum Stay4 - 7 nights
Beautiful two bedroom waterfront home on a crystal clear Michigan lake
Loon Lodge is a secluded lakefront home just minutes from the bustle of Traverse City. It is perfect for families and couples looking to get away and relax.
The house is right on beautiful Long Lake, one of Northern Michigan's most popular lakes for fishing, swimming and boating. The house has a dock and a large deck looking over the water. Loon Lodge is very secluded; the nearest neighbor is more than one hundred yards away, hidden by the trees. The property has more than 200 feet on the water.
The house features two bedrooms and two bathrooms. There are two queen beds, two single beds and two day beds. The living room is large and spacious, with a cathedral ceiling. The eat-in kitchen is fully equipped. The house has hardwood floors throughout. Outside there is a new gas grill and fire pit.
There is a canoe for your use, along with paddles and life jackets. You can also bring a boat; we provide a mooring and there is a public boat launch across the lake. There are public tennis courts within walking distance. There are also islands in the lake that you can explore, many with lovely beaches.
The area has much to offer. The house is fifteen minutes from Traverse City, a lively and pretty town with shopping and festivals. Interlochen Music Camp, the Sleeping Bear Dunes, the Platte River, and Michigan's finest wine country are all close by.
Please note that we rent Saturday to Saturday during the peak summer season. Shorter fall rentals are possible.
Owner
Tim Calkins
- Response rate:
- 90%
- Response time:
- within a few hours
- Speaks:
- english, french
- Calendar last updated:
- Apr 15, 2018
About Tim Calkins
My grandparents purchased land on Long Lake almost 100 years ago. The property is still owned by the family. We also own the nearby woods and preserve the area. It is a unique and special retreat. We rent the property a few weeks each year to help cover the rather large Michigan property tax bills!
Tim Calkins purchased this House in 2000
Why Tim Calkins chose Traverse City
Loon Lodge feels like a remote retreat, nestled deep in the woods. In reality, it is just 15 minutes from lively Traverse City.
What makes this House unique
Our home has three very special features. First, it is right on Long Lake, a spectacular northern Michigan lake. The water is clear and the sunsets are beautiful. The lake is great for swimming and boating. Second, the house is very private. It is situated in the deep woods on a huge lot with lots of lakefront. Third, the house is near Traverse City, so while it feels like you are really away from it all in the deep Michigan woods, you can get to a store quickly if you run out of flour or want to go to a movie.
Amenities
- Internet
- Pets Welcome
- Heater
- Fireplace
- Kids Welcome
- Washer & Dryer
- Parking
- TV
- No Smoking
Bedrooms
- 2 Bedrooms, Sleeps 6
- Bedroom 11 queen, 1 twin/ single
- Bedroom 21 queen, 1 twin/ single
- There are two bedrooms, each with a queen bed and a twin bed. There are two daybeds in the living room.
Bathrooms
- 2 Bathrooms
- Bathroom 1toilet, combination tub/shower
- Bathroom 2toilet, combination tub/shower, shower
Location Type
- LakefrontLoon Lodge is directly on Long Lake, one of the cleanest and most popular lakes in Michigan. The house has a dock and a mooring for your boat. There is also a deck looking over the lake.
Theme
- Adventure
- Away From It All
- Family
- Romantic
- Sports & Activities
- Tourist Attractions
Meals
- Guests provide their own meals
General
- Living RoomLarge living room.
- Clothes Dryer
- Hair Dryer
- HeatingThe house has a new furnace that works well.
- InternetHigh speed internet. It usually works well.
- Iron & Board
- Linens ProvidedSheets, pillows, comforters and blankets.
- FireplaceThere is a fireplace in the house and a fire pit on the deck overlooking the lake.
- ParkingParking at the house.
- Parking Off Street
- Parking for RV/Boat/TrailerA parking space is available for trailers.
- Towels Provided
- Washing MachineThe washer and dryer are both new.
- Wood FireplaceThere is a fireplace in the house and a fire pit on the deck overlooking the lake.
Kitchen
- Coffee MakerThere is a traditional drip coffee maker.
- Cooking Utensils
- Dishes & Utensils
- KitchenThere is a fully stocked kitchen.
- Microwave
- Oven
- RefrigeratorThe refrigerator is almost new.
- Stove
- Toaster
Dining
- DiningThere are two eating areas: a kitchen nook and the deck.
- Dining Area
Entertainment
- Books
- CD Player
- DVD Player
- TelevisionThere is a television but reception can be spotty.
- Toys
Outside
- BoatWe provide a canoe, along with paddles and life jackets. Feel free to bring your pontoon boat, speed boat or sail boat. No jet skis please!
- Deck / PatioThe deck looks over the lake. It is a perfect spot to enjoy the lake scene and watch the sun set.
- GolfThere are many golf courses nearby.
- Kayak / CanoeCanoe and dingy at the house.
- Outdoor GrillThere is a new Weber gas grill.
- TennisThere are public tennis courts are within easy walking distance.
Attractions
- marina
- churches
- festivals
- health/beauty spa
- library
- live theater
- cinemas
- museums
- playground
- restaurants
- water parks
- winery tours
Leisure Activities
- outlet shopping
- antiquing
- bird watching
- boating
- gambling casinos
- horseback riding
- miniature golf
- beachcombing
- paddle boating
- photography
- scenic drives
- shopping
- sight seeing
- walking
- wildlife viewing
Local Services & Businesses
- ATM/bank
- Babysitter
- groceries
- hospital
- laundromat
- massage therapist
- medical services
Sports & Adventure Activities
- pier fishing
- cycling
- fly fishing
- freshwater fishing
- golf
- hiking
- hot air ballooning
- hunting
- kayaking
- mountain biking
- fishing
- sailing
- scuba diving or snorkeling
- skiing
- snorkeling
- snorkeling/diving
- swimming
- tennis
- water skiing
- water tubing
- wind-surfing
House Rules
Check-in: 4:00 PM
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Cancellation Policy
100% refund if canceled at least 60 days before arrival date. 50% refund if canceled at least 30 days before arrival date. You must contact the owner directly to request cancellation.
26 Reviews
Latest reviews
Wonderful location, beautiful lake
Comfortable, well stocked home. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
Great Place to Experience Rustic Leelanau County
This was our 30th anniversary and our experience was just what we wanted: an old style cabin on a lake tucked in the woods. My wife's family had one similar to this one many years ago on another lake in Leelanau county.
The dirt road to the cabin is a little tight, but becomes routine quickly. The beds are comfortable and the rooms are large. The patio over the boat house is great to view the lake during the day and stars at night. The propane furnace and ceiling registers warm the cabin quickly (only needed it one night). There is a wood burning fireplace with heatilator also.
This would be a great place for summer vacation also. Bring a boat for skiing and cruising. The lake is large. Seaplanes easily land and take off (always a nice experience to see).
Matt & Barb
Family vacation
This place is as described on the site. Nice place in a great location. Even though there are houses relatively nearby the feeling is you're secluded in the woods. The patio is cool to sit at as it has a good view of the lake. The swimming is excellent. My two sons and I we're in the water every day. We had 4 adults and 2 kids staying and it was very comfortable. If you haven't been to Traverse City, it's a great "small" city to visit and is close to the house. My tip- The directions provided are very helpful so keep them available and with you during your stay. Also, you really do have to try Moomers - Wow.
Wonderful stay at Loon Lodge!
We had such an amazing time at Loon Lodge! Our kids (almost 4 & 6) absolutely loved the cottage and the lake. Loon Lodge is very secluded and great for kids and dogs to play around without worrying about traffic. We brought sandals that the kids wore in the water since the rocks can be slippery and they did just fine. We also really enjoyed snacks and dinner on the outdoor patio. The bedroom setup with one queen and one twin in each room worked well for us with little kids since we could separate them (one with grandparents and one with us) so they fell asleep faster. The rooms are also very big for a cottage. The road can be a bit hard to find the first few times, but it also helps with the seclusion. We look forward to visiting again!!
I'm delighted you had a good stay and hope you can make it back next year.
Wonderful cottage getaway
It is a wonderful setting as it is both remote (tucked away in the woods by the lake) and close to all the modern conveniences of the city. The cottage is very cozy and the outdoor seating is a real plus. Having access to a canoe is a lot of fun. Overall, it is the perfect woodland get away .
Nicely equipped!
Nicely equipped. Close to Traverse. Great location on the lake.
Location
Northern Michigan is a vacation paradise. Traverse City is a charming town with a cute shopping district as well as all the usual larger retailers. The area is full of beautiful inland lakes, in addition to spectacular Lake Michigan and the Sleeping Bear Dunes. At the house, you can swim in the clear waters of Long Lake, lay in the sun, paddle around the lake (canoe provided!) and hike. There are five islands in Long Lake; they are all public and free, so perfect for exploring and picnics. Long Lake has great fishing, too. There are many attractions near by. The Sleeping Bear Dunes National Park is just twenty minutes away. The Platte and Boardman Rivers are great for canoeing. There are wineries, bike trails, Leland (a cute fishing village), hiking trails and breweries. It is a wonderful area.
Rates & Availability
Additional information about rental rates
We only rent Saturday to Saturday in the peak summer season. The house can sleep up to eight people. It is prohibited to have more than eight people staying over-night in the house. Large parties, loud music and jet skis are not allowed. Inspect the mooring; we are not responsible for any damage that may occur due to the storms. We welcome pets but you are responsible for any damage. Do not leave your dog if it will howl!