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Bass lake waterfront! Cozy 1 bedroom cottage minutes from Traverse City!

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A lakeside patio with outdoor furniture, a covered seating area, and a view of the lake and distant shoreline.
A bedroom with a green quilted bedspread, multiple pillows, a bedside lamp, a framed picture on the wall, and a window with white curtains.
A glass-enclosed shower with a wooden frame, a blue rug, and a poster on the wall.
A compact kitchen with a dining area, a coffee maker, and a fire extinguisher.
A living room with a sofa, armchair, coffee table, and a TV stand.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • On the beach
    A rare beachfront property in the area - enjoy direct access to the beach and sea.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Bass Lake

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Traverse city, MI
  • Place, Bass Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Front Street
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Place, Traverse City Beach
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Airport, Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Number of living rooms
Outdoor play area
Dining area

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About the neighborhood

Traverse City

Located in Traverse City, this cottage is on the beach. Shoppers can check out Front Street, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Lake Michigan and Traverse City Beach. Great Wolf Lodge Water Park and Jacob's Corn Maze are also worth visiting.
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Traverse city, MI

What's nearby

  • Bass Lake - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Great Wolf Lodge Water Park - 12 min drive - 11.9 km
  • Turtle Creek Stadium - 13 min drive - 15.1 km
  • Front Street - 15 min drive - 16.2 km
  • Traverse City Beach - 21 min drive - 22.4 km

Getting around

  • Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Bass lake waterfront! Cozy 1 bedroom cottage minutes from Traverse City! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Bass lake waterfront! Cozy 1 bedroom cottage minutes from Traverse City!?

As of Oct 25, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Bass lake waterfront! Cozy 1 bedroom cottage minutes from Traverse City! on Oct 30, 2026 start from $244, 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 Bass lake waterfront! Cozy 1 bedroom cottage minutes from Traverse City!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bass lake waterfront! Cozy 1 bedroom cottage minutes from Traverse City!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Bass lake waterfront! Cozy 1 bedroom cottage minutes from Traverse City! located?

This Traverse City cottage is on the beach, steps from Bass Lake, and within 6 mi (10 km) of The Crown Golf Club and Grand Traverse Mall. Lake Michigan and West End Beach are also within 9 mi (15 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 26 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 26 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 26 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 26 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful little house/cabin! We had a relaxing quick weekend and our was perfect for our short stay! Temperature inside was perfect and it had all the basic amenities necessary for a trip like this
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 18, 2026
Thank you for the review! I’m glad to hear the temp was comfy!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Jody was a very kind and responsive host. The property is a lovely spot with a great view and very accessible to all the nearby sights. We loved our stay and would highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was fantastic, very helpful and communicative. Gave us great ideas for dining and local activities which we really appreciated. Cottage is adorable and comfortable, can’t wait to visit again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 4, 2026
Thanks for the kind review!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We really enjoyed our stay. The space was comfortable and had everything we needed. Really enjoyed the lake view and kayaking!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was very attentive and answered questions immediately. View of water and accommodations perfect for the two of us. Comfortable bed and everything we needed. We will definitely rerun to this property and recommend to others.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a wonderful time. The cottage was very comfortable and relaxing. Would recommend it for others to enjoy. We had a clear view of the lake and talked with the host who was very friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 29, 2026
Thank you for your kind review! And so happy you had a good time!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cabin was very cute and cozy. The lake is gorgeous.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful location. Lake was warm and inviting. Fun and long fireworks display. The air-conditioner in the living room cooled it wonderfully. Full kitchen with gas stove and full sized frig. Jody was wonderful and accommodating.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful little cottage with excellent views of the lake. Perfect for a couple to getaway. Nice quiet area and easy communication with the owner.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 26, 2025
Thank you! Would love to host you again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute and clean house with great lake access.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 4, 2025
Thank you for the kind review! Glad you liked it!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an incredibly peaceful stay at the cottage. It’s close enough to Traverse City for the amenities, which is great! But nothing beats a bonfire on the beach while enjoying the lake. We will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 26, 2025
Thank you! We would love to host you again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bass Lake is amazing. The lake is so incredibly clean and serene. We enjoyed outings on the lake in the provided kayaks and paddle board.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 17, 2025
So happy you enjoyed your time here!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyed our stay and we’ll return. Thank you for making it easy.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice. I highly recommend this cabin.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 5, 2025
Thank you! So happy you enjoyed your stay!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
You know it’s a great stay when you’re sad to leave! Our anniversary trip at this cozy cottage was fantastic. Jody is a warm, caring host and very quick to respond to any questions. We appreciated the attention to detail in the cottage — little things that can make a VRBO feel like home, like Kleenex, extra dish towels and wash cloths, paper towel, full kitchen & anything you might need to cook, warm lighting for evenings, comfortable furniture, outdoor seating options, a grill, coffee pot and Keurig along with some coffee pods (my love language ), and comfy blankets throughout the cottage. Plus the entire cottage was extremely clean!We also enjoyed the fire pit, kayaks, and beautiful lake view. I loved having my coffee and quiet time out on the back porch each morning. It was also great being only about 15 min from Traverse City. We will definitely be back & recommend this cottage to anyone looking for a peaceful getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 20, 2026
You are too kind! Hope to host you again some day!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peaceful

Our cottage was very quaint with a beautiful view of the lake. This was one of our most peaceful and restful vacations. The hosts of these cottages was not only very friendly but always helpful to meet needs.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 26, 2025
Thank you for the kind review! Come and see us again some time!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very Cute ideal get away for having a outdoor and traverse city experience. My Husband and I loved going on the Kyacks and we felt like we had the whole lake to ourselves! The perfect amount of room for a couple of a party of 4. The host was very sweet and responsive as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellence all around. The Host(ess) is personable and polite. The water is beautiful and full of fish. The cabin itself is clean and cozy. No complaints. 10/10 recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 12, 2025
Thanks so much! It was great hosting you!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I was overall happy with the place. It was perfect for me amd my husband. The shower is very difficult to use due to the size, but i figured that would be the case based on the pictures. The only thing I would suggest is making sure all linens on the bed are clean. There was a suspicious stain on the comforter.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 11, 2025
Thanks for the review! The comforter had just been washed but I understand your concern. All linens and towels were freshly washed. Thanks for staying with us!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice lake front cottage. Clear water. Beautiful lake. Great and helpful host.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot on the law for 2 people. Enjoyed the loons!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The view was lovely. Quaint cottage. The problem that made us leave two days early was the water. It smelled so bad I could not shower in it. Note: I am used to well water and it was not good.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 2, 2026
As we tried to explain, we just put 15,000 into a new softener system. Well water by a lake will unfortunately rarely be perfect, but we tried our best! Many people stay with us and we rarely get complaints about the water (even before the new system). Again, we are sorry we couldn’t accommodate you.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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