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Picture of cottage from the water during low water.

View of shoreline. Our cottage is secluded from the main road. No road noise.

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Exceptional

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 41100 sq ft

Popular amenities

Beach view

Barbecue grill

Outdoor Space

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Dryer

Check-in time

2:00 PM

Check-out time

10:00 AM

Explore the area

Suttons Bay, MI

Ciccone Vineyard and Winery4 min drive
Lake Leelanau7 min drive
Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)23 min drive
Chateau Chantal36 min drive

Most relevant reviews

10/10 Excellent

Very comfortable!

Diana H.

Sep 22, 2023

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Kitchenette

Balcony

Separate dining area

Dining Area

About this property

Beautiful Cottage on the Water of Pristine West Bay

100 feet of private beach in a quiet and exclusive neighborhood area. Wake up to spectacular sunrises. Look out towards Power Island(Once owned by Henry Ford). At night, look out over the water to see the lights of Traverse City in the distance.

This fully furnished newly remodeled cottage with large windows for your unobstructed greater than 180 degree panoramic water views. For even better views we installed all glass railings on the deck in late 2022. Other upgrades in 2022 included new deck furniture and full house air conditioning. You are only 50 feet from the water (10 steps down). Every room has a view of the water. The kitchen is open to the living room which allows exceptional views as well.

The cottage is immaculate. Our renter customer feedback surveys in the last few years have rated 'cleanliness' as 'outstanding' by 100% of our renters, 'location' as outstanding by 90% of our renters. In addition, 100% of our renters indicated 'our web-site description was accurate' and 100% said that 'they would consider coming back and renting from us again'.

Each bedroom has a queen bed and the living room has a double size futon and an extra couch. WiFI is included.

The cottage is 6 miles south of Suttons Bay and 8 miles north of Traverse City. This cottage is located on a small side street away from any main road. A convenience store is less than a 5 minute walk. Perfectly located for the many activities of Traverse City and Leelanau County. Enjoy the beach, swim, boat, water ski, fish. A public boat launch is less than 1 mile away. Enjoy wine tasting at the many wineries only minutes away.

Several golf courses are nearby, one is located less than 10 minutes away. If you prefer live entertainment and gaming, the Leelanau Sands is a 12 minute drive away. The paved Leelanau trail (15 miles long) is great for hiking and biking is 1 1/2 miles away. The Vasa trail is a 25 minute ride away. Great Dining and shopping is also just minutes away.

Enjoy the many fall and winter activities. Fall activities include color tours, golf, or wine tasting at the numerous nearby wineries. Winter activities such as downhill and cross country skiing, snowboarding, sledding and tubing, snowmobiling are all nearby.

NO PETS

NO SMOKING

Keywords: House

Property manager

Duane Amato

Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Dryer

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Outdoor Space

Beach view

Pet friendly

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Microwave

House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Suttons Bay

Located in Suttons Bay, this vacation home is on the beach. Shoppers can check out Front Street, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Lake Michigan and Grand Traverse Bay. Great Lakes Children's Museum and Great Wolf Lodge Water Park 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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Suttons Bay, MI

What's nearby

Ciccone Vineyard and Winery - 4 min drive
Lake Leelanau - 7 min drive
The Leelanau Club at Bahle Farms - 10 min drive
Front Street - 14 min drive
Chateau Chantal - 36 min drive

Getting around

Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

‪VI Grill - ‬9 min drive
‪Brengman Brothers - ‬8 min drive
‪Hop Lot Brewing Company - ‬8 min drive
‪Hawthorne Vineyards - ‬26 min drive
‪Roman Wheel Pizza & Subs - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful Cottage on the Water of Pristine West Bay pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Beautiful Cottage on the Water of Pristine West Bay?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful Cottage on the Water of Pristine West Bay?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful Cottage on the Water of Pristine West Bay located?

Nestled on the beach, this Suttons Bay vacation home is within 3 mi (5 km) of Lake Michigan, Ciccone Vineyard and Winery, and bigLITTLE Wines. L. Mawby Vineyards is 2.3 mi (3.6 km) away.

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

D.E. M.

Jul 16, 2024

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

Summer Vacation Stay

Cute property with excellent deck area for lounging and eating. Fully functioning kitchen and great location. Close to so many attractions and activities. Our hosts were very communicative.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Audrey Y.

Jul 9, 2024

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

Fourth of July Week

Duane and Vicki were reachable, responsive and friendly hosts with a nice property. The cottage was very clean and well-kept. Nothing appeared worn or stained or outdated. Cottage had a fresh and vacation-y feel to it. Photos are accurate, however, it seems like the waterfront may have eroded some since pictures were taken, as there wasn’t enough room to use the fire pit as we would have liked during our week - too near the water’s edge to fit chairs. Overall this was a good value and a pleasant stay.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diana H.

Sep 22, 2023

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

Very pleasant stay!

Very comfortable!

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Aug 22, 2023

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

Terrific location

Beautiful location with great view of Grand Traverse Bay.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carie M.

Aug 2, 2023

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

Perfect Guesthouse!

My husband and I could NOT have enjoyed our stay more! Duane and Vicki were amazing hosts and the location and amenities were spectacular! It was exactly the view we were hoping for and so much more! The deck was perfect for relaxing and the cottage had everything we needed to be comfortable and relaxed. Can’t wait to go back.

Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

D L., Cincinnati, OH

Jul 20, 2023

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

Quit & Private Cottage on West Bay

This West Traverse Bay Cottage was excellent. It is nestled between several full time residential homes. It is very quiet and private, and perfect for a couple (or 2) with the 2 bedroom and 1 bath layout. There is ample living space inside. The kitchen has a lot of cabinet space to store groceries etc. The owners have made several very nice upgrades - AC/Heat mini-split in the main living area, new stove, new clear plexiglass on the deck. The grill was very clean and started first time. And the location is very convenient to get to Suttons Bay or Traverse City + the Shady Lane Market is a short walk. Would reco!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bob V.

Jul 15, 2023

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

Ideal Michigan Summer Vacation

Truly a Great Lake House on a beautiful property. Accommodations were excellent and perfectly described in the listing. Location and owner’s hospitality were the best we have experienced in Traverse City. Easily a 5 star experience!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kim W.

Jun 24, 2023

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

Amazing view!

Cottage is very comfortable and well maintained. Beautifully landscaped. Amazing view. Super quiet. Hosts were personable and attentive.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stacey H.

Aug 28, 2022

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

Mother/Daughter Trip

Cannot stress enough what a fantastic experience we had. Let’s start with the view, which could be seen throughout the house. Even when preparing meals in the kitchen. So clean. Sitting on the deck overlooking the lake at all times of the day or night was priceless. My daughter and I both slept beautifully on the beds. Our host was extremely helpful and friendly. Always making improvements to an already perfect place. Asked questions to make sure we were happy with everything. Short trip either way to Suttons Bay or Traverse City, each loaded with cute shops and wonderful dining. The whole area is absolutely beautiful. My daughter and I both agree we’d love to return. What a memorable time we had. We were so sad to leave. Thanks so much to the Amatos!!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

fred b.

Aug 24, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Great time

Everything was fine only thing I would add full house A/C and dishwasher

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

JEFFREY A B.

Aug 24, 2022

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

suttons bay stay

GREAT PLACE GREAT HOSTS. LOOKING TO COME BACK.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michelle M.

Jul 23, 2022

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

Amazing location

When we arrived the property owner had a nice welcome basket for us. We had great weather for the week, the location was amazing, nice and quiet like we prefer, and we thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. We will definitely be back!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jenni W.

Jul 17, 2022

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

Clean, comfortable, amazing view!

This property is perfect! It is clean, comfortable and has a perfect view of the lake. Waking up each morning and having a cup of tea was perfect. The owners are also super friendly and helpful throughout your whole stay. They give great suggestions on places to eat and things to do if you are new to the area. We also took our own kayaks and put in almost every day. There is a nice garage attached to the house where you can store kayaks, bikes or strollers. This was our 13 month daughters first big vacation and the place was spacious enough for her to have room to play! Overall, we are extremely happy with our stay and look forward to going back.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Caroline C.

Jul 5, 2022

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

Perfection!

This was the perfect location to explore the Leelanau peninsula and surrounding areas. And the house itself was the perfect place to relax and unwind in front of picture-perfect views of the Grand Tranverse Bay. We definitely hope to return!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brett C.

Jun 29, 2022

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

Great location, beautiful property

Stayed here with my family including our children who are 4 and 1, we had a fabulous time. The beach area is great, just enough beach to play in the sand for the kids. Water shoes are a must. The lake house is clean and cozy with an amazing view. The owner was great and super accommodating. He even went so far as purchasing a new grill when the old one wouldn’t work. We would definitely stay again.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ken

Oct 13, 2021

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Brian H.

Sep 29, 2021

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

Lovely Lake house

We couldn't have been more pleased with this vacation rental. Extremely clean, comfortable furniture, comfortable beds, all with amazing views. It is a great place to relax and recharge. We hated to leave but will definitely be back. Thank you Duane and Vicky for sharing your lovely lake house with us.

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca I.

Sep 16, 2021

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

Get away

Awesome peaceful beautiful!!!!!

Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Amy E.

Sep 5, 2021

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

Beautiful cottage on the bay

Friendly, helpful owners right next door. Aqua shoes are a must for access to the water. Don’t forget sheet sets and towels for your stay. Great location for all our activities in the area. Absolutely stunning view from the deck and in the front room of the cottage. Wear your life jacket on your kayak or SUP. The Sheriff is in the area. We have stayed at many different VRBO properties in this area. This is definitely #1.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Brian F.

Aug 26, 2021

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

Wonderful Trip

We had a wonderful stay at this guest house. It is perfect on the water and the owners are great to work with. It was our second time staying there and will be back.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tom M.

Aug 9, 2021

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

West shore of Wet Bay

It was great and we would stay again!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mark H.

Aug 1, 2021

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Amazing

Great views and excellent hosts. Duane and Vicky are very hospitable and the cottage is very comfortable and super clean We really enjoyed our stay. Mark, Tina & family...

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jeff Gutman I.

Jul 27, 2021

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

Nice lake guest house

Great guest house. We had a great view of the water from the place. I mile from the tart bike trail so we biked several days. House was clean and owners were available if we needed anything. Great stay for our family and would definitely return in the future.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen Z., Michigan

Jul 17, 2021

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

Beautiful View

The view right outside the sliding glass doors is like being in Florida (no sand, no sharks). The water is beautiful and the house is immaculate! Can't say enough good things; nice owners, perfect weather. A great week!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Jun 27, 2021

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

Anniversary Getaway

We visit this area of the state often but this is the first time staying here. The guest house was very clean and the hosts are merely a text or phone call away from helping with a question. For two people this cottage is more than adequate. We chose bedroom number 1 as it was the largest. Bedroom 2 does has a window AC but we had cool enough weather it wasn’t needed. We felt the kitchen had anything you would want and there are two floor fans available to move around the cottage as needed. Beautiful sunrises and waves lapping at the beach were two of our favorite things. The location is great for a home base to explore Leelanau Peninsula, Mission Peninsula, the city of Traverse City, and further if needed. The was plenty of storage space and a converted garage for larger items such as bicycles. Thank you Duane and Vicki for being wonderful hosts.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021