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Charming Escape. Bike to Beach or TART trail to Downtown.

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Terrace/patio
Exterior
Exterior
Private kitchen
Private kitchen

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Traverse City, MI
  • Place, Traverse City Beach
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Traverse City State Park
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Front Street
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪5 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Charming Escape. Bike to Beach or TART trail to Downtown.

Adventure awaits! Charming Cottage in the center of it all. Close to Traverse City State Park beach, 5 minute drive to downtown, or leisurely pedal the TART Trail to nearby restaurants, brew pubs and the historic heart of Traverse City. The Red Cottage is conveniently located in a quiet neighborhood with quick access to Old Mission Peninsula (wine tasting, breweries, orchards, scenic views, beaches, and restaurants), while also being under 9 miles to Flintfields Horse Park. There is a large fenced backyard with a spacious patio for relaxing and grilling, as well as plenty of room for your furry friends to safely stretch their legs. The newly updated house includes 3 bedrooms, large living room, dining room and spacious kitchen as well as a half bath and newly remodeled full bath.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
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)
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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

About the neighborhood

Traverse City

Located in Traverse City, this vacation home is in the city center and near the beach. Shoppers can check out Front Street, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Lake Michigan and Traverse City Beach. Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf and Centre Ice Arena 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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Traverse City, MI

What's nearby

  • Traverse City Beach - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Traverse City State Park - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Front Street - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • The Dennos Museum Center - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf - 3 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) - 6 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Culver's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming Escape. Bike to Beach or TART trail to Downtown. pet-friendly?

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

How much does it cost to stay at Charming Escape. Bike to Beach or TART trail to Downtown.?

As of Mar 27, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Charming Escape. Bike to Beach or TART trail to Downtown. on May 26, 2026 start from $663, 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 Charming Escape. Bike to Beach or TART trail to Downtown.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming Escape. Bike to Beach or TART trail to Downtown.?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Charming Escape. Bike to Beach or TART trail to Downtown. located?

Located in the heart of Traverse City, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Traverse City State Park, Lake Michigan, and Traverse City Beach. Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf and Front Street are also within 2 mi (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca B.

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

Wonderful stay in Traverse

Highly recommend this property. Communication was easy and the house is very close to town.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth P.

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

Another perfect stay

Nicki’s home is so perfect for our annual visits to TC, pups have a safe place to play and we’re close to everything! Hope to be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristen H.

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

Great getaway place

Super easy to locate. Nikki was very welcoming and made some great suggestions to us. Quiet neighborhood and a great place for our family and dogs to relax and unwind. Will come again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Margaret C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous house! There were little touches throughout that made our stay really special. Short, easy drive both to downtown and to the horse show. Perfect dog yard. Great, quiet neighbors. Extremely clean and comfortable. One of our best rentals ever!
Stayed 17 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth P.

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

Perfect!

We had a great weekend getaway to Traverse City! Location was great, large fenced yard was a delight for the pups and house was spectacular—perfect in all ways! Thanks!!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

About the host

Hosted by Nikki Marek

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The Red Cottage is my personal home that I'm opening up to those seeking a comfortable place to relax and get away from their daily hustle. Being a Traverse City native has stirred up a passion to share it's magic with others. I hope you enjoy your stay!

Why they chose this property

Welcome! I'm excited to host your stay in beautiful Traverse City! Pine Grove neighborhood is a peaceful location nestled among mature trees and close to the beach! The areas surrounding the Red Cottage are rich in multiple ways to add adventure to your getaway! It truly is in the center of it all! Please review the Good Neighbor Brochure by East Bay Twp.

http://www.eastbaytwp.org/Good%20Neighbor.pdf

License #: STR2022-0037

Enjoy your visit!

Peace,
Nikki

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