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Bluewater Zen - Downtown Traverse City Condo

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A modern living room with a round table, two wooden chairs, and a brown sofa.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, a granite countertop, and a wooden dining table with patterned placemats.
A hallway with white doors, a patterned rug, and wooden flooring.
A laundry room with a washing machine and dryer, a water heater, and a water pump.
A bedroom with a bed, two doors, and a hallway leading to a bathroom.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Beach equipment

    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.

  • Centrally-located

    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

  • Discover nearby landmarks

    Walk to Front Street
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Washer
  • Onsite parking available
  • Bathtub

Explore the area

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Traverse City, MI
  • Place, Front Street
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Bryant Park
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Clinch Park Beach
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

2nd Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Main Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

2nd Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Main Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen

About this property

Bluewater Zen - Downtown Traverse City Condo

SUMMER TIME:
Three Night Minimum on weekends
Thursday-Sunday
Two night minimum Sunday-Thursday


OFF SEASON:
Three Night Minimum on weekends
Thursday-Sunday
Two night minimum Sunday-Thursday

Beautiful condo located within a mile walk from downtown. Complete with main bedroom suite that has a queen bed, guest bedroom with a queen bed as well as a great kitchen space. It allows you to either cook at home or enjoy the amazing local food scene. This spacious condo can accommodate up to 4 guests!

Bryant Park and West Bay are located right across the street and guests can easily bike or walk the half-mile into town.

The space:
The condo is located within a short walk from Downtown Traverse City. It is just shy of 1,000 sqft, offers two bedrooms and two bathrooms, for up to four guests. This unit is on the second floor of the condo complex. Stairs are required to enter the unit, no elevator provided!

Guest access:
Guests enter via the shared ally parking lot on the south side of the building and have access to the central stair and hallways.

Other things to note:
** The building association and parking lot has a strict, ONE PARKING SPOT PER UNIT. If you park in a spot without your unit listed, you will risk being towed (at renter's expense!) and also not allow others to park in their designated spot. Please make sure you are parked within the lines so others can also park properly.
** There is a strict no noise after 10pm (building-wide regulation), please adhere out of respect for your fellow guests.

Pets no matter the size or type are not allowed.
If you have a service animal/emotional support please reach out with proper paper work prior to booking (due to HOA policies). If not done properly, your booking is liable to be declined. If you choose to bring an animal without proper paperwork and approval from HOA you may be asked to leave the premise without a reimbursement. This process may take up to 7-14 days, please think ahead.

Once again, this condo is located on the second floor with no elevator. Please be respectful of those around you and below you!

Please note the parking lot is on the tighter side, large vehicles may have issues parking.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

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

No pets allowed

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Please park within your lines, as the parking space is on the smaller side. Do not park in alley, use side streets.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2402680
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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

Traverse City

Located on a lake, this condo is in Oak Park, a neighborhood in Traverse City. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Traverse City Beach. Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf and Great Lakes Children's Museum are also worth visiting. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or check out other outdoor activities such as ice skating and sledding.
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Traverse City, MI

What's nearby

  • Front Street - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Bryant Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Clinch Park Beach - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Traverse Area District Library - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Clinch Park - 3 min drive - 1.9 km

Getting around

  • Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Little Fleet - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Bubba's - ‬15 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Bluewater Zen - Downtown Traverse City Condo pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Bluewater Zen - Downtown Traverse City Condo?

As of Sep 20, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Bluewater Zen - Downtown Traverse City Condo on Sep 12, 2027 start from $445, 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 Bluewater Zen - Downtown Traverse City Condo?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bluewater Zen - Downtown Traverse City Condo?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Bluewater Zen - Downtown Traverse City Condo located?

Located in Oak Park, this condo building is within a 5-minute walk of Front Street and Lake Michigan. Grand Traverse Bay and Bryant Park are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 32 out of 34 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 34 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 34 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 34 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 34 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent location!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay!

John & Kelly have great recommendations for food & sites!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 6, 2022
Maddie, thanks again for choosing to book with us. We're fully aware of all the options in TC to choose from. Please do consider visiting again in the future. J&K
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The condo was clean with a nice aesthetic. The location is great - walking distance to a few good places Starbucks and other coffee shops. Right near the water and a solid beach option, easy access to the main drag through TC and easy to get out to the peninsula. Overall, it was a really great place for our family! Pricing is a little high but really a fair "market" price for TC during the summer - it's just an expensive place to find decent lodging during the summer.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Location

We greatly enjoyed our stay at the property. Great location for a jumping off point for all our individual adventures.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The condo was clean, comfortable, and really lovely with nice amenities. It’s located on a busy street, with no real view, but the unit is at the back so it isn’t noisy. The location is great for visiting all the nearby attractions. You can easily walk for coffee. We enjoyed our stay. We appreciated extra blankets, pillows, and towels, and very comfortable beds. We would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Stay

Great stay Host was very helpful with everything Very responsive to my questions of the area and places to visit Great places to stay had all the amenities and more Definitely will visit again Thank You
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My mom and I stayed here for a girls weekend and we had a great time! The property was very nice and clean and perfect for what we needed. The location was convenient with easy access to downtown Traverse City and the surrounding areas. John and Kelly were wonderful hosts and checked in several times during our stay ensuring we were comfortable and had everything we needed. They also made several recommendations of places to explore, eat, drink, and hike! I wish we had time to do everything! I would definitely consider staying here again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Marathon Weekend

Wonderful stay! Great location for running the Bayshore Marathon. We spent the rest of the weekend exploring the local towns and Sleeping Bear.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful Place for Northern Michigan Exploration

Beautiful unit with easy access to downtown TC as well as Old Mission peninsula. Very clean with great comforts.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 10, 2022
Brock, We're so glad you enjoyed your stay. Please do come back again soon! John and Kelly
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Return visit to Traverse City

The condo was great—well-equipped, clean & comfortable. The location was perfect for us to get out and about easily. Hosts were helpful with handy tips & advice. Check-in was quick and simple!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Location

It is the perfect location It is a 10 minute walk to downtown Traverse City, only 20 minute drive to wineries and golf. The unit was very clean. It was a wonderful stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 29, 2021
Jody, it was so nice to meet you and your group. We're glad you enjoyed your stay. Please do consider coming back again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location

Perfect place for two couples or a small family. Well appointed with everything you need in a great location. John was super helpful and very easy to reach.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 9, 2022
Jason, We're glad you and your group had a great time. Please do consider visiting again. The summer time is the perfect time to get away and enjoy the water. Fall with all the amazing colors is also wonderful! Cheers, John and Kelly
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great!

Place was just as listed!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Easy access to TC downtown and surrounding area!

Very nice condo- comfortable, very clean, nicely decorated and all the amenities you need! This is a great location for biking, easy access to wineries and about a 15 minute walk to downtown TC. Enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 29, 2021
Cheryl, We're so glad you enjoyed TC and many of the things it has to offer. Please come back again soon and take advantage of all the seasons we have here! Cheers, John and Kelly
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wedding

Location was very convenient to Downtown, Airport and beautiful access to the Lake. Very comfortable for an adult family
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 28, 2021
Lisa, thank you again for choosing to book with us. It was a pleasure hosting you and your group.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very clean and new feeling throughout. The manager's notes made everything very simple. Great property.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Clean and spacious

The host was very helpful with recommendations and check in. Nice open concept apartment/condo that was clean. We would definitely stay again if in TC. We walked everywhere. Loved it!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 6, 2022
Mackenzie, we're so glad you enjoyed your time in town! We'd be delighted to host you again anytime. Cheers, John and Kelly
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Tc

Nice condo
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 6, 2022
Thanks again for staying with us! Come back again anytime. J&K
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

Beautiful Traverse City

Enjoyed the coffee and the chocolate covered cherries. It was a bit too small for 2 couples. It’s not really walkable to downtown TC. If you have a bike it would be good. The owner is really nice. The condo was really clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location! Very clean and family friendly!Comfortably slept our family of four. John and Kelly were excellent hosts and had the best communication and follow up! Highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wine tasting

Good location. Easy parking. Great place for 2 couples to share the TC area. Close to downtown restaurants and entertainment.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 23, 2023
Jackie we're so glad you enjoyed your time with us. Please come back again during another season. TC has so much to offer. Cheers, John and Kelly
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Fall Trip

Great time in Traverse City and the accommodations were perfect! We could walk to many locations and the restaurants were nearby.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 23, 2023
Margaret, we're delighted to hear you enjoyed your time. Please come check out TC during the summer time as well! Happy 2023, John and Kelly
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wedding Weekend Getaway

My husband and I and another couple were heading up to Traverse City for a wedding from Chicago. We went with an VRBO instead of hotel due to prices and so happy we did! This apartment was exactly what we needed for our short stay. Close (few minute drive) to the happening parts of Traverse. The apartment was very cute, super clean and easy to get into. Not only was the place adorable but the owners were amazing as well. Super helpful, kind, super responsive and understanding. Would definitely book with them again. Parking is tight and only one spot so be prepared for that. Overall 5 star expierence!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

5 star condo

Super clean, modern decor, convenient location - quick access to beach, downtown shops, and restaurants. John and Kelly are great communicators and provided fantastic recos throughout our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

About the host

Hosted by John & Kelly

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We're John and Kelly,

We love to travel and explore new places but the Traverse City area is our home. It is packed with all the things we love to do! Full of beach days, ski days, biking, hiking, paddle boarding and kiteboarding. Not to mention the great food scene and plenty of fun little towns to take day trips. We hope you enjoy this area as much as we do!

Why they chose this property

This property is located near downtown and has the ability to offer our guests a neutral area to visit all that is TC within a short drive. With how much we enjoy our area, we wanted to have a place that people could feel at home. Our condo offers all that and then some.

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