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Cottage on Spider Lake, Private Lakefront in Peaceful Setting

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A room with a view of a lake, a wooden chair, and a vintage radio.
A cozy room with a stone fireplace, a blue patterned chair, and a small table with a book.
A cabin with a stone retaining wall and a wooden dock extending into a clear water body.
A forested campsite with picnic tables, a grill, and a trash bin.
A campground with a dirt path, trees, and a parked SUV.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • By the lake
    Guests love the beautiful lakefront location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Spider Lake

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Onsite parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Garden

Explore the area

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Traverse City, MI
  • Place, Forest Lakes
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Spider Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Front Street
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Airport, Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

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About the neighborhood

Traverse City

Located in Traverse City, this cottage is in a rural area and on a lake. Shoppers can check out Front Street, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Lake Michigan and Traverse City Beach. Centre Ice Arena and Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with water skiing and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and cycling.
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Traverse City, MI

What's nearby

  • Forest Lakes - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Spider Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Traverse City Beach - 15 min drive - 16.2 km
  • Front Street - 18 min drive - 22.3 km
  • Great Wolf Lodge Water Park - 21 min drive - 25.3 km

Getting around

  • Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Burger King - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪J & S Hamburg - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Peegeo's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Kingsley Local Brewing - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Red Mesa Grill - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cottage on Spider Lake, Private Lakefront in Peaceful Setting pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Cottage on Spider Lake, Private Lakefront in Peaceful Setting?

As of Oct 25, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cottage on Spider Lake, Private Lakefront in Peaceful Setting on Jun 7, 2027 start from $343, 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 Cottage on Spider Lake, Private Lakefront in Peaceful Setting?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cottage on Spider Lake, Private Lakefront in Peaceful Setting?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Cottage on Spider Lake, Private Lakefront in Peaceful Setting located?

Situated on a lake, this cottage is steps from Spider Lake and Forest Lakes. Rennie Lake and Arbutus Lake are also within 2 mi (3 km).

Reviews

9.8

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 36 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 36 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 36 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 36 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 36 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Archival

10/10 Excellent

Wonderful cabin!

The cabin was wonderful and had everything that we needed for the week. Was a beautiful, quiet spot on the lake and we really enjoyed our time there!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 18, 2020
We are glad that you had a great week.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Quiet lakefront setting

Wonderful cabin set back in a quiet bay. Great location, very clean and comfortable.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Gorgeous Spider Lake retreT

We had a lovely time at this extremely charming cabin. The setting was very private, and the view from the living room was spectacular. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a nice cozy place to stay. This was our second time to this listing. Very comfortable beds. Kitchen was stocked with everything you need to cook. Quiet and away from crowds, but still close enough drive to nearby Traverse City. Enjoyed all the hiking tails nearby.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Quaint cottage in a beautiful woodsy setting

We had a great week. The cottage was perfect for our family. We were close to everything in Traverse City yet we could escape from the crowds. The cottage came with everything that we needed.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 18, 2020
We are glad that you had a great time.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Excellent , inside and out . Very well stocked, very classic cabin style. We enjoyed the cabin !!

The week went by too fast. Mary has a wonderful cabin with all vacation needs inside and out. Location on the lake is excellent with a nice dock, row boat, kyake, paddles, etc. and a good swimming location. Very nice piece of property with a big stone fireplace not shown in the photo. Enjoyed our time there.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cabin on Spider Lake

This was a cute cabin right on the lake. Beautiful view. Extremely clean. Very private and peaceful. We used the paddle boat one evening. Fun!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Gorgeous lakeside cottage

Beautiful, well-appointed property. So peaceful and quiet. We did not make use of the rowboat or chiminea fire pit, but we were glad they were there. Super-clean with nary a cobweb in sight! We would love to return for a longer stay than 3 nights.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful time at Spider Lake.

Beautiful property that has been very well cared for over the years. Very clean and private. My husband and I enjoyed time fishing on the lake. Mary and her brother Bruce were very helpful and available. Lots do at the property and in the surrounding area. Spider Lake is a new favorite destination. Thank you for everything!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 19, 2023
Thank you Jean. We hope that you are able to come again.
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Peaceful and relaxing

We enjoyed our stay at this cabin. Loved waking up to the view of lake every morning. It was very private, yet close enough for day trips to nearby towns and attractions. Plenty of games and books to read on rainy days and everything we needed to cook meals at home. Lots of good hiking trails only a few minutes drive from the cabin. We stayed in October so it was a little cooler, but the heaters that adjusted for each room were great. Would definitely come back.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location. Perfect little cottage. Definitely booking again.

Awesome.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great getaway!

We were looking for a quiet, peaceful setting to relax for a long weekend and this place was perfect for that! Thanks Mary!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Quiet Cove

This was our second stay this year. We stayed a week in June and love this place. The only problem is the shower, there is no water pressure and it takes a really long time to get warm. Hopefully it will be fixed for next year. Also the row boat was full of water. This cabin is very comfortable and in a great location on the lake
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Quiet Cove

We loved the cabin, its in a great location. Your in a no-wake cove with no neighbors on one side of the cabin. Mary had everything you needed.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 28, 2021
We are glad that you enjoyed your stay. It was a pleasure to have you.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A great place to unwind and recharge!

We enjoyed our stay in this cozy little cabin. Having the paddle boat, the kayaks and the canoe at our disposal allowed us to enjoy Spider Lake and to get some needed exercise. We had warm weather so we didn’t get to use the indoor fireplace but we did enjoy the outdoor fire chimney to make s’mores in the evening. There is no WiFi in the cabin but our cell phone worked just fine to be able to check email. Our goal was to unplug as much as possible...and that mission was accomplished! I would highly recommend this lakefront cottage and would not hesitate to return at some point.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 27, 2020
We are glad that you had a great week.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great

Great
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 8, 2020
We are glad that you enjoyed your stay.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect property and owner

Love the cottage and location. Owner provided anything you could possibly want. Hope to come back every year for years to come.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Traverse City Cottage 2020

The cottage was just wonderful! The pictures don’t do it justice. It was such a fun and relaxing vacation and the cottage offered everything we needed for a great week. Mary is such a nice and attentive host. I would highly recommend renting this cottage!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

just as described

excellent property as described. wonderful lake front dock at the end of a road. would visit again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Charming cottage

Perfect for fishing, relaxing, enjoying the outdoors . Row boat,kayak,canoe and paddle boats available to use kept us busy all day. Great fishing. Nice fire pit at night to stargaze. Close enough to TC to visit. Very peaceful. Hope to return again
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great quiet location

Very peaceful location. Nice cabin, fully equipped. Lots of extras.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Nice cabin with everything you need and great views of lake inside and out

Wonderful cabin. Possibly the best view available on spider lake. Plenty to do outside. Lots of chairs and fireplace to relax and stare at the water. Different boats at hand to take a quick paddle around the lake. Also a dock for fishing. Nice steps and light down to the water. Large property so plenty of privacy while u sit outside. Lots of space outside all to yourself. Inside the cabin is spacious with nice sized kitchen with a large table in front of window so u can watch the lake while u eat. The living room has large picture window with great view of lake no matter where you are. The bedrooms and bathroom are on the smaller side but this is a cabin not a condo. This place is perfect if your idea of fun is reading and relaxing indoors or out. Making a nice meal and watching sunset, trying a little fishing, going for a quick paddle and making a campfire. Maybe not the best if u plan on watching a lot of tv,Netflix, etc. Close enough to TC and all the other attractions
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Great Place to Stay on Spider Lake

We had a great experience: the house is comfortable and is in an excellent location on Spider Lake. We enjoyed the privacy and quiet surroundings while still being within a close driving distance to Traverse City. Mary was very helpful when we arrived to introduce us to the property and answer questions we had about the surrounding area. We would recommend this property to others looking to stay in the Traverse City area and would be happy to stay again ourselves sometime.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2018
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 18, 2020
I am glad that you had a great and relaxing vacation.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cozy,Secluded, As Advertised

My wife and I in the spur of a moment decided to take a trip to the Traverse City area to enjoy some fantastic weather for September. Mary was so helpful with our last second reservations. The cottage was cozy, clean, and although there are neighbors you felt very secluded. We kayaked, read books, had a campfire and I did some fishing. I was lucky enough to catch one bass that was close to 3 lbs. It was a very relaxing three days. Bill .
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

What a great get away place, very quiet and peacefully setting.

Nicely furnished and equipped cottage on a nice quiet lake cove. Just about everything needed for your stay is provided. Though an older build, it is nicely maintained, neat and clean.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 18, 2020
We are glad that you had a great stay.
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