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Lake Leelanau Sandy Beachfront Swimming
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9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61359 sq ft
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Lake Leelanau, MI
- Place, Lake Leelanau1 min walk
- Place, Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore14 min drive
- Place, Front Street23 min drive
- Airport, Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)31 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 1
2 Twin Beds
Bedroom 2
1 King Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Queen Bed
Living room 1
1 Double Sofa Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Bathroom 2
Spaces
Deck or patio
About this property
Lake Leelanau Sandy Beachfront Swimming
3 Bed/2 Bath - Full house rental with direct sandy beachfront on beautiful Lake Leelanau! At 1000 sqft, and with an expansive yard facing the water, there is plenty of space for the whole family! In the heart of Leelanau county, this home is 5 minutes from downtown Lake Leelanau, 10 minutes from Suttons Bay, and less than 30 minutes to downtown Traverse City. Enjoy relaxing sunsets fireside after a day of wine tasting, kayaking, and exploring all that the Leelanau Peninsula has to offer.
We are here to make your stay feel like home - feel free to contact us with any questions, and we hope you enjoy your time in beautiful Northern Michigan!
Lake Leelanau is one of the largest inland lakes in the Traverse City area, and includes two bodies of water, usually referred to as North Lake Leelanau and South Lake Leelanau. The lake covers over 8,000 acres and is easily accessible by boat as it offers two boat launches. Watersports are popular or you can just take a cruise up to the lakeside towns of Leland or Lake Leelanau for lunch. The lake is perfect for swimming, boating, or simply enjoying the view!
This home is perfectly situated! Here, you’ll also be amidst Traverse City wine-country! Minutes away, you’ll find 20+ wineries on the Leelanau Peninsula alone. Just ask, and we can recommend a wine trail for you!
Downtown Lake Leelanau is just a 5 minute drive north with groceries, antique stores, wineries, and a coffee shop. Suttons Bay and Leland are both 10 minutes away and provide a fun day with beautiful downtown shopping. Leelanau Casino, Hop Lot Brewing, and Bahles Golf Course are also a quick drive away.
Guests have access to the whole home during their stay.
The driveway can accommodate a maximum of 3 cars. All vehicles, boats and trailers must be parked in designated parking spots in the driveway. Street parking is not permitted. Please note the street is a dead end at the neighbor’s house and guests are not permitted to turn around at the neighbor's property.
This cozy lakehouse can be found on a quiet road in the heart of Leelanau County. Enjoy outdoor dining on the deck overlooking the water, or use the picnic table to spread out by the water. There is a fire pit right by the water and plenty of outdoor seating, kayaks, paddle boat, and row boat included. A dock (shared occasionally) and mooring are also provided on the right side of the property. The public boat launch is just 5 minutes north if you want to bring (or rent) a boat while you’re here!
A perfect home for large groups or families, this cottage includes 3 bedrooms and 2 full baths. The master bedroom is located just off the kitchen and has a queen bed as well as attached full bathroom. Down the hall, you’ll find a second bedroom with queen bed, a third bedroom with 2 twin beds, and full guest bathroom. There is also a sofa bed in the living room.
The home includes all the amenities you’d hope to find to make your vacation feel like a home-away-from-home, such as a coffee maker, SmartTV, cable, WiFi, and including plenty of towels, and linens.
The dock is available from the end of May through the end of September. Please only use the dock for 15-minute loading and unloading of passengers. Wind and waves can cause damage to boats and docks. There is a mooring ball available for your use.
Grocery stores and restaurants near the home don’t stay open very late, so it’s a good idea to plan ahead especially for that first night! The closest grocery store is Hanson’s in Suttons Bay but if you’re coming up through Traverse City, there’s a Meijer, Olesons, Toms Grocery, Target etc on your way. There is also a local grocery delivery service called Stocked Up as well. They deliver groceries (and more!) before or during your stay!
We are here to make your stay feel like home - feel free to contact us with any questions, and we hope you enjoy your time in beautiful Northern Michigan!
Lake Leelanau is one of the largest inland lakes in the Traverse City area, and includes two bodies of water, usually referred to as North Lake Leelanau and South Lake Leelanau. The lake covers over 8,000 acres and is easily accessible by boat as it offers two boat launches. Watersports are popular or you can just take a cruise up to the lakeside towns of Leland or Lake Leelanau for lunch. The lake is perfect for swimming, boating, or simply enjoying the view!
This home is perfectly situated! Here, you’ll also be amidst Traverse City wine-country! Minutes away, you’ll find 20+ wineries on the Leelanau Peninsula alone. Just ask, and we can recommend a wine trail for you!
Downtown Lake Leelanau is just a 5 minute drive north with groceries, antique stores, wineries, and a coffee shop. Suttons Bay and Leland are both 10 minutes away and provide a fun day with beautiful downtown shopping. Leelanau Casino, Hop Lot Brewing, and Bahles Golf Course are also a quick drive away.
Guests have access to the whole home during their stay.
The driveway can accommodate a maximum of 3 cars. All vehicles, boats and trailers must be parked in designated parking spots in the driveway. Street parking is not permitted. Please note the street is a dead end at the neighbor’s house and guests are not permitted to turn around at the neighbor's property.
This cozy lakehouse can be found on a quiet road in the heart of Leelanau County. Enjoy outdoor dining on the deck overlooking the water, or use the picnic table to spread out by the water. There is a fire pit right by the water and plenty of outdoor seating, kayaks, paddle boat, and row boat included. A dock (shared occasionally) and mooring are also provided on the right side of the property. The public boat launch is just 5 minutes north if you want to bring (or rent) a boat while you’re here!
A perfect home for large groups or families, this cottage includes 3 bedrooms and 2 full baths. The master bedroom is located just off the kitchen and has a queen bed as well as attached full bathroom. Down the hall, you’ll find a second bedroom with queen bed, a third bedroom with 2 twin beds, and full guest bathroom. There is also a sofa bed in the living room.
The home includes all the amenities you’d hope to find to make your vacation feel like a home-away-from-home, such as a coffee maker, SmartTV, cable, WiFi, and including plenty of towels, and linens.
The dock is available from the end of May through the end of September. Please only use the dock for 15-minute loading and unloading of passengers. Wind and waves can cause damage to boats and docks. There is a mooring ball available for your use.
Grocery stores and restaurants near the home don’t stay open very late, so it’s a good idea to plan ahead especially for that first night! The closest grocery store is Hanson’s in Suttons Bay but if you’re coming up through Traverse City, there’s a Meijer, Olesons, Toms Grocery, Target etc on your way. There is also a local grocery delivery service called Stocked Up as well. They deliver groceries (and more!) before or during your stay!
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 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
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Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
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About the neighborhood
Lake Leelanau
Located in Lake Leelanau, this vacation home is on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. Jacob's Corn Maze and Great Lakes Children's Museum are also worth visiting. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing.

Lake Leelanau, MI
What's nearby
- Lake Leelanau - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
- Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore - 14 min drive - 19.8 km
- Leelanau Sands Casino - 16 min drive - 21.6 km
- Front Street - 23 min drive - 32.3 km
- Traverse City Beach - 31 min drive - 38.9 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Hop Lot Brewing Company - 13 min drive
- VI Grill - 12 min drive
- Village Cheese Shanty - 14 min drive
- Leelanau Pie & Pastry - 5 min drive
- Pedaling Beans Coffeehouse - 6 min drive
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Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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Listing accuracy
Reviews
Verified
Oct 7, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
david d.
Oct 19, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
david d.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Terrie S.
Aug 20, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
August on Lake Leelanau
Terrie S.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Eric S.
Jul 5, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Property is the star of show
Eric S.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
maggie d.
Oct 13, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful fall lake getaway
maggie d.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
RobertO
Sep 5, 2025
Excellent stay for sixth straight year.
RobertO
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Nicholas J.
May 12, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great little lake house
Nicholas J.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Julie M.
Sep 17, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property!!!
Julie M.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Marie E.
Aug 2, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house on Lake Leelanau




Marie E.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Arleen D.
Jul 7, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fun time at Sandy Beach Cottage
Arleen D.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified
8/10 Good
Verified traveler
Aug 9, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Right on the Lake!
Verified traveler
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent
maggie d.
May 7, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very relaxing
maggie d.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
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4/10 Poor
steven b.
May 27, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Cozy Cottage Great Location
steven b.
Stayed 10 nights in May 2024
Verified
8/10 Good
Erica N.
Aug 13, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Unbeatable sandy beach
Erica N.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Cindi M.
Aug 10, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sweet Spot!
Cindi M.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
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10/10 Excellent
Nelly V.
Jul 29, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location, location, location!
Nelly V.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
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10/10 Excellent
Clare W.
Jun 18, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A special place.
Clare W.
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10/10 Excellent
Kilian D.
Nov 5, 2021
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Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021
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Kris O.
Sep 14, 2021
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About the host
Hosted by Beth & Keegan
Hi! We’re Beth & Keegan - owners of Stay North Rentals in beautiful Traverse City, Michigan! We love spending time with our family at the beach and exploring this wonderful city we call home! We’re always available for questions or recommendations and we’re dedicated to making sure your stay is amazing!
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