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4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 82000 sq ft
Popular amenities
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
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Summer Sand & Fun Beachfront Vacation Traverse City In Cottage
Traverse City.......Pure Michigan at its finest! Welcome to our quaint Traverse City family Cottage was built in 1954 overlooking Lake Michigan, and perfectly placed 4 minutes north of Traverse City on scenic M22. The Cottage offers the quaint design, comfort, and living of a vintage cottage blended with some of today's modern conveniences.
Enjoy the tranquility and inspiration of the early morning sunrise as it lights up the day. Sit in the living room and look out over the crystal-clear blue water of Lake Michigan. Relax in the family room with the 65" flat-screen TV above the stone fireplace, with access to DVDs, books, & games on hand for hours of family enjoyment.
Across the street and down the wooden stairs you will find crystal clear blue water, a large sandy beach with a beautiful view of Lake Michigan. Enjoy drinking your morning coffee, family time with your children, or sipping your evening cocktail while relaxing in the Adirondack chairs along the beach.
After a great day in the fresh air of Northern Michigan recharge in the comfort and privacy of one of the quaint Bedrooms. Open the windows and relax with the evening breezes coming into your room off of the lake as you lie down and fall asleep in the rich comfort of memory foam mattresses and 100% cotton sheets for every bed.
Our Cottage is a 2000 square foot 4 Bedroom, 3 Full Bathroom home with a Living Room, Full eat-in Kitchen, and a Butler's Pantry off of the very spacious Family Room. The Cottage will comfortably accommodate 2 adults/bedroom—occupancy is 8 adults plus up to 2 children under the age of 5. [AS PER TOWNSHIP SHORT TERM RENTAL ORDINANCE: Only 2 adult guests per room and no guests to sleep on, air mattresses, or in tents.
Our Cottage is perfectly located just a few miles from world-class dining, entertainment, shopping, and outdoor activities of Traverse City, plus to the North of the Cottage is the quaint towns of Suttons Bay and Northport.
Enjoy convenient access to the very popular and well-traveled route M22, which is one of the beautiful scenic shoreline drives from Traverse City to Suttons Bay and onward to Northport. Continue a little further North beyond Northport to the tip of the Leelanau Peninsula where you will find Leelanau State Park. Discover the historic Grand Traverse Lighthouse offering tours & sweeping views from the Light Tower overlooking Lake Michigan.
The opportunity for amazing day trips is endless. In very close proximity there is incredible access to renowned wineries and affiliated tours. Within an hour's drive arrive at Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, Charlevoix, or Boyne City. In less than 2.5 hours enjoy a scenic drive and arrive in historic Petoskey or North to Mackinac City where you can catch a ferry to Pure Michigan's #1 Tourist destination Historic Mackinac Island.
Enjoy the tranquility and inspiration of the early morning sunrise as it lights up the day. Sit in the living room and look out over the crystal-clear blue water of Lake Michigan. Relax in the family room with the 65" flat-screen TV above the stone fireplace, with access to DVDs, books, & games on hand for hours of family enjoyment.
Across the street and down the wooden stairs you will find crystal clear blue water, a large sandy beach with a beautiful view of Lake Michigan. Enjoy drinking your morning coffee, family time with your children, or sipping your evening cocktail while relaxing in the Adirondack chairs along the beach.
After a great day in the fresh air of Northern Michigan recharge in the comfort and privacy of one of the quaint Bedrooms. Open the windows and relax with the evening breezes coming into your room off of the lake as you lie down and fall asleep in the rich comfort of memory foam mattresses and 100% cotton sheets for every bed.
Our Cottage is a 2000 square foot 4 Bedroom, 3 Full Bathroom home with a Living Room, Full eat-in Kitchen, and a Butler's Pantry off of the very spacious Family Room. The Cottage will comfortably accommodate 2 adults/bedroom—occupancy is 8 adults plus up to 2 children under the age of 5. [AS PER TOWNSHIP SHORT TERM RENTAL ORDINANCE: Only 2 adult guests per room and no guests to sleep on, air mattresses, or in tents.
Our Cottage is perfectly located just a few miles from world-class dining, entertainment, shopping, and outdoor activities of Traverse City, plus to the North of the Cottage is the quaint towns of Suttons Bay and Northport.
Enjoy convenient access to the very popular and well-traveled route M22, which is one of the beautiful scenic shoreline drives from Traverse City to Suttons Bay and onward to Northport. Continue a little further North beyond Northport to the tip of the Leelanau Peninsula where you will find Leelanau State Park. Discover the historic Grand Traverse Lighthouse offering tours & sweeping views from the Light Tower overlooking Lake Michigan.
The opportunity for amazing day trips is endless. In very close proximity there is incredible access to renowned wineries and affiliated tours. Within an hour's drive arrive at Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, Charlevoix, or Boyne City. In less than 2.5 hours enjoy a scenic drive and arrive in historic Petoskey or North to Mackinac City where you can catch a ferry to Pure Michigan's #1 Tourist destination Historic Mackinac Island.
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Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor Space
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House Rules
Check in after 5:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0-17
Events
No events allowed
ABSOLUTELY NO PARTIES! NO EXCEPTIONS!
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
ABSOLUTELY NO SMOKING inside the cottage!
Check-out instructions
The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Please gather all trash and dispose of it in the garbage dumpster outside near the garage.
Please open all drapery.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Important information
You need to know
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
Note from host: ABSOLUTELY NO PARTIES! NO EXCEPTIONS!
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
Property Registration Number 2025-46
We should mention
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property
About the neighborhood
Traverse City
Located in Traverse City, this vacation home is on the beach. Brengman Brothers and Great Lakes Children's Museum are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Front Street and Village at Grand Traverse Commons. Great Wolf Lodge Water Park and Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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What's nearby
- Brengman Brothers - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
- Front Street - 9 min drive - 11.2 km
- Village at Grand Traverse Commons - 10 min drive - 11.6 km
- Traverse City Beach - 17 min drive - 17.8 km
- Torch Lake - 51 min drive - 58.2 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- North Peak Brewing Company - 8 min drive
- Barrio - 9 min drive
- Mari Vineyards - 17 min drive
- Mundos 305 - 9 min drive
- Folgarelli's Market & Wine Shop - 8 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
9.8/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
Sep 26, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
cynthia l.
Aug 25, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
cynthia l.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jo H.
Jul 6, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property
Jo H.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Pat B.
Oct 7, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pat B.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
Chris and Bets T.
Aug 31, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Chris and Bets T.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Shelley J.
Sep 7, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Shelley J.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Mary T.
Jun 16, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mary T.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveler
Aug 21, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Verified traveler
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Anna S.
Oct 28, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay!
Anna S.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Charles S.
Jun 1, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beach Front Cottage Traverse City
Charles S.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Emily J.
Jul 29, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
Emily J.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Jennifer S.
May 27, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous stay
Jennifer S.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
8/10 Good
Anne B.
Oct 3, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Location
Anne B.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
10/10 Excellent
michelle h.
Jul 21, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Traverse city!
michelle h.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Claire B.
Aug 30, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome experience
Claire B.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
S E.
Oct 21, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fall color and winery visits
S E.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Cathy W.
Jun 25, 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful family weekend
Cathy W.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019
8/10 Good
Thomas T.
Sep 12, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thomas T.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Leann C.
Aug 6, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved TC!
Leann C.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Kristen R.
Jun 4, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful spot near Traverse City!
Kristen R.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Laura L.
Nov 11, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy Retreat
Laura L.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Amy P.
Jun 21, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great family location
Amy P.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Kate P.
Jul 11, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
In town for a family wedding...
Kate P.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Laura B.
Oct 27, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
Laura B.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Allison M.
Jul 30, 2024
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great family place!
Allison M.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
About the host
Hosted by Jeffrey Smith
We are the Smith Family. Jeff is born and raised in Michigan and he is a Wolverine (Go Blue)! Anna was born in India but came to the U.S. with her family to start a new life when she was 6yrs old. We met at college and have been very happily married for over 30 years. With three wonderful sons all in college, we are constantly on the run having fun as a family and spending time with close friends.
Currently, we share our time in Traverse City and Dallas, Texas. We love it when our friends come to Michigan for the very first time. To see their reaction to the fresh clear water and the grandeur and beauty of nature at its finest makes us proud to be here in the Water, Winter, Wonderland state we know as Pure Michigan.
We love being out on the water, hanging out on the beach, or traveling. Our Boys love to travel and always find new places to discover with and without us.
We named the Cottage "The 'Smtih'sonian". Many of the furnishings, decor' and assorted items in the Cottage have been in the family for 70+ years. They have deep meaning wrapped up in deep-seated memories, and we hope you will take great care of them during your stay.
Currently, we share our time in Traverse City and Dallas, Texas. We love it when our friends come to Michigan for the very first time. To see their reaction to the fresh clear water and the grandeur and beauty of nature at its finest makes us proud to be here in the Water, Winter, Wonderland state we know as Pure Michigan.
We love being out on the water, hanging out on the beach, or traveling. Our Boys love to travel and always find new places to discover with and without us.
We named the Cottage "The 'Smtih'sonian". Many of the furnishings, decor' and assorted items in the Cottage have been in the family for 70+ years. They have deep meaning wrapped up in deep-seated memories, and we hope you will take great care of them during your stay.
Why they chose this property
After spending 57 years in the beautiful Les Cheneaux Islands every summer (which I would recommend everyone visit) we decided to find a quaint vintage Lake Cottage in one of our favorite places in Michigan.
We bought our Cottage May 2019 from the original family who built this home in 1954. If you're in tune with vintage details there are a few you will notice. This cottage has retained its hand built kitchen cabinets, the handcrafted plaster ceiling detail found in the Living Room, the original storm doors, many doorknobs, and the Andersen Windows from 1954. We could not be more excited and honored to be the 2nd generation in ownership and the caretakers for at least the next 75 years.
In the Fall of 2019, we will be removing the carpet so we are able to restore the original hardwood floors hidden beneath. This property gave us the vintage Cottage we were looking for, as well as the views and the private beach that was so essential in spending time UP North!
We bought our Cottage May 2019 from the original family who built this home in 1954. If you're in tune with vintage details there are a few you will notice. This cottage has retained its hand built kitchen cabinets, the handcrafted plaster ceiling detail found in the Living Room, the original storm doors, many doorknobs, and the Andersen Windows from 1954. We could not be more excited and honored to be the 2nd generation in ownership and the caretakers for at least the next 75 years.
In the Fall of 2019, we will be removing the carpet so we are able to restore the original hardwood floors hidden beneath. This property gave us the vintage Cottage we were looking for, as well as the views and the private beach that was so essential in spending time UP North!
What makes this property unique
The convenient location to everything is amazing.
The private beach for children and adults alike, depending on the depth of Lake Michigan.
The large Family Room for relaxation with the whole family.
We offer Concierge Services.
The private beach for children and adults alike, depending on the depth of Lake Michigan.
The large Family Room for relaxation with the whole family.
We offer Concierge Services.
Languages:
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