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Private West Traverse Bay Waterfront - Sleeps 8

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Front of cottage facing beach
Sunrise from main deck
Firepit and dock
Miscellaneous
View of lake from lower patio

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 82200 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Suttons Bay, MI
  • Place, Leelanau Cheese Company
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Black Star Farms
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Leelanau Sands Casino
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Airport, Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪34 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Living Room 1

2 Twin Futons

Main floor bedroom

1 King Bed

Master

1 Queen Bed

Twin bedroom

2 Twin Beds

Upstairs queen

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Main Floor

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Second Floor

Towels provided · Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Private West Traverse Bay Waterfront - Sleeps 8

Private West Traverse Bay waterfront home located on a dead-end road over one mile from the traffic noise on M-22. Gorgeous sunrise view across bay to the Old Mission lighthouse. A short drive or bike ride to small town shopping and dining in quaint Suttons Bay. Twenty minutes to both Leland and downtown Traverse City. Located in the heart of Leelanau wine country.

Almost everything in the house is new within the last five years including complete remodels of both bathrooms, the kitchen, bedrooms, and the walkout basement rec room. The beach and deck receive morning and early afternoon sun with shade later in the afternoon. The dock is sunny from dawn to dark.

Beautiful private beach, dock, and elevated deck for sunbathing, swimming, kayaking, and paddle boarding. Beach has a large fire pit and rustic seating. The beach has a small sand area for children, but the water is rocky and water shoes are recommended.

Main floor bedroom with king bed and three bedrooms on the second floor. Walk-out basement rec room with lots of seating for watching movies, playing games, and puzzles for rainy days. Full kitchen with dishwasher. First floor full size washer and dryer.

Beautiful, elevated deck with lots of seating and a table for outside dining overlooking the beach and lake. Brand new dock with swim ladder. Kayaks available for use (2 single and 1 tandem) or bring your town water toys. There is a state boat launch approximately six miles to the south and another city launch in downtown Suttons Bay three miles north.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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: dogs (limit 2 total)
One well behaved dog is allowed.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No fireworks, no parties, no overnight guests

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
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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock

About the neighborhood

Suttons Bay

Located in Suttons Bay, this vacation home is on the beach. Historic Fishtown and Mission Point Lighthouse are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Suttons Bay, MI

What's nearby

  • Leelanau Cheese Company - 9 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Black Star Farms - 9 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Leelanau Sands Casino - 13 min drive - 12.6 km
  • Ciccone Vineyard and Winery - 14 min drive - 11.2 km
  • The Leelanau Club at Bahle Farms - 14 min drive - 9.1 km

Getting around

  • Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hop Lot Brewing Company - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Big Dex's Pizzeria - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪VI Grill - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Leelanau Pie & Pastry - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Nittolo's Seafood And Social - ‬18 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Private West Traverse Bay Waterfront - Sleeps 8 pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

How much does it cost to stay at Private West Traverse Bay Waterfront - Sleeps 8?

As of Apr 10, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Private West Traverse Bay Waterfront - Sleeps 8 on Sep 7, 2025 start from $475, 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 Private West Traverse Bay Waterfront - Sleeps 8?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private West Traverse Bay Waterfront - Sleeps 8?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Private West Traverse Bay Waterfront - Sleeps 8 located?

This Suttons Bay vacation home is on the beach, 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Lake Michigan, and within 6 mi (10 km) of The Leelanau Club at Bahle Farms and Black Star Farms. Lake Leelanau and Leelanau Cheese Company are also within 9 mi (15 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 16 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 16 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 16 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 16 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dave L.

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

West Bay Retreat

We had a great week at this nice property with a beautiful view of the West Bay.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barb M.

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

This is on the water - great location

We visited in fall and loved being so close to the water. We enjoyed watching and hearing the water from the deck and inside through big windows! Sutton’s Bay is a small charming town and the Leelanau area offers great places to explore, including wine tasting, beaches and lighthouses.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris T.

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

Summer family vacation

Lovely cabin on the bay. Perfect waterfront cabin for a summer vacation. Everything we were looking for. Kids could walk out to the lake and safely play. Close to Sutton’s.
Stayed 11 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gretchen C.

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

Gorgeous house on the lake shore

Our family of four had a lovely week in this house. We ate most meals on the large deck, looking over the lake. The pebble-shore, dock, and kayaks were big hits. It was a short drive to the Leelanau bike trail trail, and I slightly longer drive to Sleeping Bear National Lakeshore and many nice hiking trails. This place is a winner.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cern V.

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

Secluded Lake Home

My family enjoyed our visit very much. We spent a good deal of time on the spacious deck looking out over the bay. We tend to cook a fair bit on our vacations and the kitchen was well appointed with plenty of pots, pans, etc. The home is on a secluded road and is very quiet and private. It is also close to Suttons Bay so shopping, etc., are convenient. The homes dock provided a good platform for launching kayaks and swimming but the water is too shallow to dock a boat. Host was great and I would gladly stay here again.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy J.

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

beautiful sunrises, quiet and friendly neighborhood, great family cottage

We loved spending 10 days at this cottage. It is just as the photos and listing described. It is a relaxed, comfortable cottage, well-appointed, awesome east-facing deck and fun fire pit area. Brian and Cathy were easy to communicate with and responsive to our questions. The location is great - a short drive (or substantial walk!) to Suttons Bay. Thanks for sharing it with our family!
Stayed 11 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kyra O.

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

Lovely Lakehouse Retreat

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The property is exactly as depicted. Others noted a smell of mustiness - we did not experience this at all. The house was clean and decorated as a family lake house, which was exactly what we were looking for. We could feel that the owners love and enjoy the space themselves. It felt as if we were staying at a friend's house - cozy and welcoming, not sterile. Great location, just a short drive to Suttons Bay, Leland, Leelanau wineries, etc.,
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

bud r.

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

beautiful view

pictures of the property in the listing are accurate with one exception, the view is better ! Kitchen is well equipped. plenty of good deck furniture but not down by the lake The house is a little musty smelling.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stuart S.

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

Nothing Better

We couldn't have asked for a nicer home or location for a family vacation, including our dog. The home was very comfortable and well stocked. The neighborhood peaceful and friendly. Our favorite memories will be the nightly gatherings around the fire and being a family. Bring a telescope if you have one because you'll get great views of Jupiter and Saturn. Moons, rings and all! Many, many thanks to Brian and his family.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angela R.

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

Great place to stay, great location.

Great place to stay, great location. House was musty smelling.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Teri S.

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

A Wonderful Getaway for the Family

This was a great home with an off the beaten path location. Just what we were looking for! Sunrises, thunderstorms, waves and rocks...just what the doctor ordered! Eight adults slept comfortably. Brian was quick to respond to all our inquiries.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

ARTHUR M M.

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

Excellent Rental

Owner was very good in being sure we were comfortable and had no problems. Nice road for walking and strolling. Lovely view of sunrises. Handy to Suttons Bay: groceries, shopping, dining. Well equipped with spices, towels and more.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly S.

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

Great Place to astay

Well stocked cabin right on the lake with a private beach! Great trip. Would recommend staying here!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Craig H.

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

suttons bay get away

Brian was awesome. We loved hanging on the upper deck and looking at the water. Great place if you have dogs as the upper deck is fenced in with a gate so easy access for the dogs to hang when drying off and not having to go through the house. Can't wait until next summer!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aaron W.

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

Wonderful property!

We spent a week at this wonderful home and loved it so much! Very spacious and beautiful views. The owners were very gracious and helpful with all the property notes to make our stay perfect.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Raymond M.

Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

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