Fully Renovated Guest House on Old Mission Peninsula, Pure Sand Beach & Sunsets
- Guest house/pension
- Sleeps: 2
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 1
- Min Stay: 2 nights
Guesthouse/Cottage, 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath, (2 Adults max), garage, private beach
Bedrooms
Bedroom 1
Queen size Bed (1)
Amenities
Featured
- No Smoking
- TV
- Air Conditioning
- Internet
- Parking
- Heater
- Pets Welcome
Bathrooms
- Bathrooms: 1
- Bathroom 1Toilet, showerTiled shower and floor in bathroom.
- The bathroom has a beautiful tiled shower and new fixtures.
Safety features
- Deadbolt lock
- First aid kit
- Smoke detector
- Fire extinguisher
- Carbon monoxide detector
- Exterior lighting
Location Type
- WaterfrontWe are located on the beach about half way out Old Mission Peninsula, 10 miles north of Traverse City. Most private beaches in the area are rocky, but ours is pure sand all the way out.
- BeachfrontWe are directly situated on the shore of West Grand Traverse Bay with a wooded private path to the beach. The rare, prime all sand beach is the best in the area for swimming and sunset views. It has 25' of private beach.
General
- Air ConditioningCentral Air conditioning
- Heating
- Linens Provided
- ParkingParking in attached garage
- GarageA garage (single car) with electric garage door opener is attached to the guesthouse.
- Internet
- Towels Provided
- Wireless Internet
- Iron & Board
- Hair Dryer
- Paper Towels
- Basic Soaps
- Toilet Paper
- Living Room
Kitchen
- RefrigeratorThe guesthouse refrigerator has plastic ice cube tray and a container to keep extra ice cubes in.
- StoveApartment sized electric 4 burner stove with oven.
- Oven
- Microwave
- Grill
- Coffee MakerTraditional coffee maker with filters. And a new espresso maker! We also have an espresso maker for ground coffee.
- ToasterToaster Oven
- Blender
- Pantry Items
- Dishes & UtensilsThere are plenty of settings of china, as well as paper plates if desired. Silverware, pots and pans and utensils are all there.
- KitchenWe have regular-sized Weber charcoal grill and we supply the charcoal and lighter.
Dining
- Seating for 2 people
- Dining Area
- DiningMost folks sit in the stools and eat at the counter looking out toward the water, but there is also a table and chairs, both inside and beach-side.
Entertainment
- TelevisionThere is a Smart TV in the living room. And the loveseat has been replaced with a full sized couch.
Outside
- Lawn/GardenFirepit container at the beach. Firewood supplied by owners. We have less beach this year than usual because of the high water, but it's still beautiful, all sand and the gradual slope.
- Beach Chairs
- Beach Towels
- Porch/Veranda
- Outdoor Furniture
- Fire pit
Notes
- Our property is located 10 miles out Old Mission Peninsula, with a beautiful drive into Traverse City past cherry orchards, vineyards and views of both East and West Bays seen on either side of the Peninsula. Farther north on Old Mission Peninsula is Mapleton Market and gas station, the Old Mission Lighthouse, the village of Old Mission, public beaches, trails and park lands. Upscale restaurants on the Peninsula include the Jolly Pumpkin Brew Pub (previously The Bowery), Mission Table (previously Bowers Harbor Inn), the Boathouse, Peninsula Grill and Mission Tavern. Traverse City has become a major "foodie" destination in Northern Michigan. Wineries on the Peninsula include Blackstar Farms, Peninsula Cellars, Chateau Grand Traverse, Brys Estate Vinyard and Winery, Bowers Harbor Vineyards, Chateau Chantal Winery, Hawthorne Winery, Bonobo, Villa Mari and Two Lads Winery. Many other great restaurants and wineries available in the Traverse City area.
Policies
Cancellation Policy
- Bookings at this property are non-refundable.
Damage and Incidentals
You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.
House Rules
Children not allowed
Pets allowed - One small quiet dog, kenneled when alone.One small quiet dog, kenneled when alone.
No events
No smoking - No smoking anywhere on the propertyNo smoking anywhere on the property
Max guests: 2 (sleeps up to 2 adults)
Minimum age of primary renter: 21
- We consider the 25' directly in front of the guesthouse for our renters' use only. We ask that you stay within that area when using the beach.
- Only the two adult renters are allowed on the property. No extra people are allowed due to the quiet neighborhood setting.
- Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the property.
Cleaning practices
Check in and check out with no person-to-person contact
Cleaned with disinfectant
Map
Hosted by Nancy Nordfjord
Ask a questionAbout Nancy Nordfjord
My husband and I live on the property year-round, while many of our neighbors are summer residents. We were long-time professionals in the community. We love the area, our piece of this beach, and being able to share it with others.
Nancy Nordfjord purchased this Guest house/pension in 1984
Why Nancy Nordfjord chose Traverse City
Our section of Bowers Harbor Beach is all pure, clean sand. Amazingly, it is not rocky! We face southwest so sunset views happen on the beach, with a fire in the fire container if you like - we supply the wood. It is the most beautiful beach and view in the area. The combination of gradual slope to deep water adds comfort and safety to water activities at the shoreline. Since the high water erosion in 2020 we have a short bluff with a natural path through it to get to the beach area. We love the gorgeous east-to-west view of Bowers Harbor Marina, Traverse City (especially the lights at night), Power Island, Leelanau County and Neahtawanta Point. A very unique panoramic opportunity. Prior to 1984 we searched for years looking for everything this property has.
What makes this Guest house/pension unique
Our house and guesthouse are in a neighborhood of older or newly restored summer and year-round homes. It is uniquely beautiful, quiet, and has the best beach anywhere - did I mention it's a perfect pure sand beach? The original guesthouse has been updated throughout. Please note - we can only rent to one or two adults; no children of any age are permitted, and our guests are not allowed to bring guests to the property.
- Languages:
- english