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Summer Sand & Fun Beachfront Vacation Traverse City In Cottage

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A living room with a sofa, two armchairs, a coffee table, a side table with a lamp, a mirror, and a view of the beach.
A paved driveway leading to a house with a view of the ocean and mountains in the distance.
A modern kitchen with a stone fireplace, wooden cabinets, and a large TV.
A living room with a sofa, a flat-screen TV, a fireplace, and wooden shelves with various items.
A deck with outdoor furniture, a view of the ocean, and a house with a white exterior.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • On the beach
    A rare beachfront property in the area - enjoy direct access to the beach and sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Lake Michigan

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Patio
  • Kitchenette
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Traverse City, MI
  • Place, Grand Traverse Bay
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Brengman Brothers
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Front Street
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bunk Room

1 Twin Bunk Bed

Living Room 1

1 Queen Sofa Bed

Master

1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Master Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Number of living rooms
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

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About the neighborhood

Traverse City

Located in Traverse City, this vacation home is on the beach. Shoppers can check out Front Street, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Lake Michigan and Traverse City Beach. Great Lakes Children's Museum and Great Wolf Lodge Water Park are also worth visiting. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and skiing, or check out other outdoor activities such as snowmobiling and sledding.
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Traverse City, MI

What's nearby

  • Grand Traverse Bay - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Brengman Brothers - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Front Street - 10 min drive - 11.2 km
  • Village at Grand Traverse Commons - 12 min drive - 11.9 km
  • Traverse City Beach - 18 min drive - 18.8 km

Getting around

  • Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Water Bearer Coffee - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪North Peak Brewing Company - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Tasting Room - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Lil Bo - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪West End Tavern - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Summer Sand & Fun Beachfront Vacation Traverse City In Cottage pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Summer Sand & Fun Beachfront Vacation Traverse City In Cottage?

As of Oct 24, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Summer Sand & Fun Beachfront Vacation Traverse City In Cottage on Oct 25, 2026 start from $820, 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 Summer Sand & Fun Beachfront Vacation Traverse City In Cottage?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Summer Sand & Fun Beachfront Vacation Traverse City In Cottage?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Summer Sand & Fun Beachfront Vacation Traverse City In Cottage located?

Nestled on the beach, this Traverse City vacation home is just steps from Grand Traverse Bay and Lake Michigan. Brengman Brothers is 1.2 mi (1.9 km) away.

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. 114 out of 136 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 21 out of 136 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 136 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 136 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 136 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a great stay. Thank you!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect setting for a large family with wonderful outdoor space to enjoy the woods and bay. Close enough to downtown to make choosing different activities possible. 3 full bathrooms and 2 separate living spaces was a bonus. Comfy beds and crisp clean linens.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect place for our weekend trip for our family of 8. Very comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Smith Lake Cottage was perfect for the six of us. We enjoyed coffee in the front living room watching the beautiful sun rise over the lake. The back family room/dining room is nice and spacious. The dishwasher is in the kitchenette, right by the dining room, but a little ways from the kitchen, nothing you can’t get used to.Jeffery was an excellent host. He sent us suggestions of things to do, must sees in the area, and their favorite restaurants and wineries. If we had a need or a question, he was on top of it.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very effective space for 3 couple. Easy access to restaurants in town and vineyards on both peninsulas. Be a wary that you have to cross the street, but there easy steps down to a nice private beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was very clean. Beds were very comfortable. Lots of pillow choices. Owner was very responsive. Nice view of the lake. Lots of room including a large family room area. Owner has put a lot of thought into the details. Excellent stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
There were six of us who stayed for a week and we found the property delightful! There was plenty of space for everybody to have their own quiet cup of coffee in the morning. The kitchen was well provisioned so we were able to cook dinner in the home. The back patio had wonderful over stuffed furniture that we spent a lot of time on. We also made use of the fire pit with many Adirondack chairs around it. The Adirondack chairs across the street on the beach were very comfortable and several of us got up to watch the sunrise over the bay. I was strongly recommend this to anyone and I’m considering coming back next year.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We absolutely loved our stay! From the moment we booked, the hosts were fantastic—friendly, responsive, and great with communication throughout the entire process.The home was perfect for our family and couldn’t have been in a better location. It was incredibly clean, comfortable, and stocked with everything we could possibly need, making it feel like a home away from home.The lake view was simply breathtaking! We never got tired of sitting outside with our coffee in the morning or relaxing in the evening while taking in the beautiful scenery. It truly made our vacation even more special.We couldn’t have asked for a better place to stay and would absolutely book this property again. Highly recommend to anyone looking for a peaceful, well-equipped getaway with an amazing view!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House is great for groups, as the living area is well placed so the bedroom area remains quiet.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place, plenty of room for our family of 5 adults and a 3 1/2 year old. Easy check in and out, very comfortable and accommodating house that had everything we needed. Would love to stay again sometime!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Welcoming and responsive host. Cool property with everything we needed and a fantastic view. Perfect location to explore everything the area has to offer.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great property

Fantastic property.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place to stay!

This lovely home was perfect for a long getaway weekend with family. House is set up well for families to share and the location is wonderful Beautiful views of the sunrise!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location

We loved our stay here. It was close to everything and we loved the private beach access. The layout of the house was perfect for a bigger group too.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful view of the water from the front room. Spacious comfortable areas to spread out. Lots of area for meals. Beds comfortable.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a comfortable home for our family of 6. Home has great view of west bay and is quick access to Traverse Vity.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Traverse city!

Enjoyed many beaches,lakes,& wineries in this beautiful area
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful views of the sunrises. Plenty of room for us to all sit together. Three bathrooms so each couple had their own to use. Worked great for us
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome experience

We had an amazing stay! The place was clean and organized, was in a great location - close to downtown Traverse City and had access to the beach, and the owners were friendly and responded to questions quickly.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 11, 2023
Claire, we loved having y'all here at the cottage and we are so happy y'all had an amazing stay! See you next year!!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Jeff the host, was exceptional to deal with! The home is great for a large family. Lots of great spaces to have coffee and conversation! We had a family wedding on the peninsula and the location was fabulous! The view is amazing! The home is very well loved!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful family weekend

Property owners were so kind and informative. Home has lots of charm and fully equipped for a family stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 11, 2023
Thank you, Cathy! So glad you and your family enjoyed your stay! Hope to see you again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Loved TC!

The house was great and our beach was perfect for the kids!!! Super chilled out and wonderful experience
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful spot near Traverse City!

This house is perfect for a getaway. It was very clean and well-taken care of! We loved having easy access to the beach and the short drive into Traverse City. I definitely recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great family location

We enjoyed staying in this spacious cottage! We had three generations there and it was wonderful to have room to spread out and get our own space. It had everything we needed. It was easy to travel into Traverse City, Mission Peninsula and Suttons Bay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

In town for a family wedding...

Such a nice weekend. The location was perfect! Easy access to Traverse City and a host of other beautiful sights in the area. Being on the water was great too. We rented paddle boards and the kids had a blast.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
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