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Big Sandy Beach !Walk to Village! Suttons Bay Waterfront Cottage.

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Property grounds
2023
Property grounds
2023 great beach!
Living area

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Suttons Bay, MI
  • Place, Leelanau Cheese Company
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Black Star Farms
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Leelanau Sands Casino
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Twin Bunk Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

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

Bathroom 2

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

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Big Sandy Beach !Walk to Village! Suttons Bay Waterfront Cottage.

Best beach in Suttons Bay!This charming updated cottage is directly on Suttons Bay and is walking distance to restaurants, a movie theater, a brewery,shops, gym, yoga, and galleries. A perfect spot for families with children or couples. This is owned by a 5 th generation beach family. This not your typical rental and treated as a home.
The house has 2 kayaks and a gas grill for your use. A public park with a playground is just a short walk down the beach. The wonderful TART trail passes nearby and is paved all the way to Traverse City.
Sleeping Bear Sand Dunes National Park is a short drive away and all of Leelanau County's attractions are at your fingertips (wineries, golf, charter fishing, breweries, quaint shopping towns, boat tours, etc).
Suttons Bay is just 15 miles from Traverse City with its full service airport and many popular attractions including the National Cherry Festival, Film Festival, Interlochen Rts Academy and many micro-breweries and wineries!
Our cottage:
Master bedroom- 1 queen bed w/ water view
Guest bedroom- 2 twin beds (bunk bed)
Library bedroom-1 queen bed en-suite full bath
2 Bathrooms - full with shower
Kitchen - updated, open concept layout with a view of the lake! New granite counters , dishwasher, microwave, refrigerator, fully equipped for cooking!
Gas Grill.
Sun deck for easy beach and lake access.
Washer and dryer available in garage
Flat screen TV with basic cable
Wireless Internet
Wood burning stove winter only use
Deck with deck furniture and outdoor fireplace
Beach fire pit
2 Kayaks, life jackets,
Our Village:
Movie theater
Ice Cream
Shops
Brewery-walking distance “Hop Lot”
Gym
Yoga
Galleries
Fine dining/farm to table
Pubs/outdoor space
Marina
Public trails for biking, hiking
Bike rental, e-bike rental, kayak, paddle board rental
Playground down the beach
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor Space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:30 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 3-17
Great beach for children- child counts as guest
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Events

No events allowed
Risk your security deposit if occupancy over 5
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Risk security deposit-strict policy in & out

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
Note from host: risk your security deposit if occupancy over 5
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

About the neighborhood

Suttons Bay

Located in Suttons Bay, this vacation home is on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Suttons Bay, MI

What's nearby

  • Leelanau Cheese Company - 5 min drive - 6.2 km
  • Black Star Farms - 5 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Leelanau Sands Casino - 7 min drive - 8.7 km
  • The Leelanau Club at Bahle Farms - 8 min drive - 7.6 km
  • Lake Leelanau - 9 min drive - 10.5 km

Getting around

  • Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hop Lot Brewing Company - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Big Dex's Pizzeria - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪VI Grill - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Leelanau Pie & Pastry - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Pedaling Beans Coffeehouse - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Big Sandy Beach !Walk to Village! Suttons Bay Waterfront Cottage. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Big Sandy Beach !Walk to Village! Suttons Bay Waterfront Cottage.?

As of Mar 27, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Big Sandy Beach !Walk to Village! Suttons Bay Waterfront Cottage. on May 19, 2026 start from $921, 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 Big Sandy Beach !Walk to Village! Suttons Bay Waterfront Cottage.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Big Sandy Beach !Walk to Village! Suttons Bay Waterfront Cottage.?

Check-out is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Big Sandy Beach !Walk to Village! Suttons Bay Waterfront Cottage. located?

Nestled on the beach, this Suttons Bay vacation home is within 3 mi (5 km) of Lake Michigan, Black Star Farms, and Leelanau Cheese Company. The Leelanau Club at Bahle Farms and Lake Leelanau are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 51 out of 54 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 54 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

John D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a very nice property right on the shore of Suttons Bay. Having our own beach was a real plus.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kim B.

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

Perfect

We had a perfect week in this perfect place. This property is great. Wish we could have stayed longer and we hope to come every year!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marcia S.

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

Vacay on the Bay

Cute small but cozy cottage directly on the beach. Nicely appointed with modern updates.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah C.

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

Wonderful home with great beach & close to everything

My family had a great week of fun in the sun at this quaint cottage on the bay. The house has everything you need to play (kayaks, games, floats) and everything you need if you just want to relax (a beautiful beach, deck and fire pit). Thank you for letting us stay at your little slice of heaven!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kim B.

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

Perfect!

This cottage was perfect. Clean, well stocked kitchen. Close to town and activities. The back patio/ beach area was so nice and a perfect place to relax and enjoy lake activities.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anne O.

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

Wonderful family getaway

Windrush cottage was a perfect spot for our yearly family vacation. Close proximity to town, and a beautiful beach out front. Karin was responsive and easy to communicate with. We will be back next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

GREG M.

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

Cute Cottage w/ Beautiful Views

Great property in a beautiful location, everything we asked for. Karin and Rick were wonderful to communicate with.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Renee G.

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

Beautiful getaway home

Wonderful cottage located on Suttons Bay. Very clean and nicely decorated. Very relaxing to sit out on the back deck and enjoy the beautiful bay, swimming and kayaking. Just a short walk from town. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael B.

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

Great location

Very nice property in a great location. Extra touches like grill. Kayaks, and bikes are nice. Would definitely return
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristen S.

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

Lovely stay!

Our family enjoyed our stay at Rick and Karin’s very much. The deck / outdoor spaces are phenomenal and the view of the bay is stunning. Our four year old enjoyed the beach and dock, as well as the toys and books provided. The house is comfortable and relaxing. Rick and Karin were quick to answer any questions we had. Thanks for a lovely stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather C.

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

Wonderful location on Suttons Bay

This was our second time staying at this property, and we really do love it. The location is perfect. It is walking distance to the town of Suttons Bay and the Leelanau Bike Trail. It is close to Traverse City and the many fun towns on the Leelanau Peninsula. The property itself, with the deck overlooking Suttons Bay is just beautiful. The home is clean, functional, and well decorated. We loved our time there.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah B.

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

Perfect spot on Sutton’s Bay

We spent 2 weeks at this charming cottage on Sutton’s Bay and loved every minute! When we weren’t lounging on the deck or enjoying the beach and lake- we were walking to town for shopping/dinner, playing pickleball on the public courts nearby, taking a bike tour through the local wineries or taking long walks on the TART trail. This cottage is close to all of it! It is very comfortable,clean and well stocked and the owner was a pleasure to deal with. We would definitely rent this cottage again!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Penn D.

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

stunning views and a great location

This is a magnificent property. It’s was perfect for us. It’s a 2 min drive into town where you will find a variety of good places to eat and shop. It’s also a comfortable walk into town as well. The location is perfect. The views from the house and the back deck are stunning. The owners are great. We had no issues whatsoever- we highly recommend this property.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard C.

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

Exactly as described

We were looking for waterfront property and found this spot on vrbo which met the criteria and timing for our Family vacation. The owners addressed what few questions that weren’t covered in the listing promptly and comprehensively. The property exceeded expectations and we had a wonderful week.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Liza S.

Beautiful Property, all the comforts of home.

This was our first relaxing vacation in years and it did not disappoint. The house was clean, warm and had everything we needed for our stay. The private beach was gorgeous and the weather was cool in the evenings so we were able to have fires and s'mores most nights. We rented paddleboards in Suttons Bay & enjoyed the water. The deck was wonderful for my morning coffee break and we even woke up for the sunrise one morning. This house absolutely made our vacation and we loved the library!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2016
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle A.

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

Fall Girls Getaway

Windrush exceeded all our expectations. So bright and inviting. We truly felt like guests in this well maintained home. It was very clean. I especially appreciated all the extras such as toiletries and dish soap. I will definitely come back with my family in the Summer. Such a well loved gem in paradise.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nick R.

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

One of the best

Windrush is truly an ideal place to spend a week. It was perfectly comfortable and accommodating for my wife and I, and her parents. The back deck practically sits in the waters of Suttons Bay and offers a beautiful, unobstructed view of the bay. The ample seating options are very comfortable for reading, happy hour, or a nap! The owner is very kind and communicative.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Danielle G.

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

Just what we needed!

After a very long travel day, we were so happy to arrive at this wonderful cottage. The owners provided everything we needed for a relaxing week. It's really hard to describe how beautiful the location is on Suttons Bay...can't be beat!!! You can actually watch the sunrise and the sunset...gorgeous! We had the opportunity to explore the area (Northport, Leland, Glen Arbor, and Sleeping Bear Dunes) but mostly just wanted to hang out at the cottage to swim, kayak, and rest. Would love to come back some day.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alastair B.

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

Perfect place to relax!

Windrush is a fantastic property right on Lake Michigan, and is the perfect place to unwind. The view of the lake is incredible, the house is very well-equipped and there is plenty to do in the vicinity (good restaurants, Sleeping Bear Dunes, breweries/cider producers etc.) if you can dig yourself away from the back deck. In addition, Karin and Rick were a pleasure to deal with; communication was fast and easy, and they were very helpful if we had any questions. I very highly recommend this beautiful home, and I won't hesitate to stay here again - many thanks to Karin and Rick for their wonderful hospitality!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather C.

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

Wonderful location on Suttons Bay

We had a wonderful stay in this home right on Suttons Bay. The location is perfect. We could ride our bikes or walk into town or to the grocery store. The home and deck are right on the water with a little beach area and a great dock. We loved sitting on the comfortable deck furniture and enjoying the spectacular views of the bay. We used the kayaks and enjoyed our time out on the water. The home is cute and well stocked with dishes, etc. We loved waking up in the morning to the sound of the water and looking out over the bay right away. We enjoyed many beautiful bike rides right out the door and along the roads and along the fantastic Leelanau Trail that goes all the way to Traverse City. The town has nice shops and several great restaurants. Thank you for sharing your special spot with us!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wendy P.

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

Fall at Windrush

We had a wonderful time at Windrush and look forward to returning! The cottage was immaculate and beautifully decorated with lots of personal touches by the owners. It was interesting to see pictures of the cottage when it was first built and how it has evolved over the years. It It’s obvious how important the cottage is to the owners by how beautifully maintained it is! The cottage was well-stocked with everything we needed, plus there were some additional items for our use like kayaks and bikes. The owners, Rick and Karin, were always readily available to answer any questions we had and did so promptly! They were great! We highly recommend Windrush to anyone looking for a Sutton’s Bay waterfront rental!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

AMAZING DOCK AND VIEWS

Nestled in Sutton's Bay cove, on the water, we enjoyed calling this our little home for a week. We are a family of four, children are 20 and 17. We absolutely loved the dock and whenever at home that was our first choice to be. Watching the sunrise and the sunset everyday was our favorite thing to do. The home has a new, comfy couch that we enjoyed inside while we kept our eye on the Wimbledon matches, movie one night and card games another night. The showers have good water pressure. The inside of the home has had improvements but not all of it. It felt very cozy inside so the limit of 4-5 guests is crucial in the home. We appreciated the kayaks on the property and enjoyed them quite a bit. Karin was very responsive to questions about activities in the area and we really appreciated her communication. Rental bikes from Sutton Bay Bikes took us to Traverse City one day. Tennis many mornings and evenings at Herman Park, Sleeping Bear Dunes, lunch at The Farm Club and enjoyed Sutton Bay town (lunches, shops, coffee) and other small towns in the area. It was a great vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Barbara H.

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

Wonderful location

The location was fantastic. We loved the deck, the dock and the beach. We enjoy cooking meals and found the kitchen to be a bit disorganized and we’re glad we brought some of our own kitchen tools. The main shower was wonderful; the library bathroom would be nicer if updated. Rick and Karin were extremely responsive to our queries. It was a very relaxing vacation place.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda B.

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

Serene

This was a great house. Beautiful view. Nice deck and very comfortable.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bethany S.

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

Beach and walking distance to the downtown

We loved our stay in Sutton’s Bay! My younger two children played in the sandy beach every morning. The kayaks were a treat too. Lots of living area inside and deck outside. We walked up the the coffee shop most mornings and enjoyed the delicious dinner restaurants as well.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

About the host

Hosted by Rick & Karin

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We're not good at talking about ourselves. However, we know people who are good at it. Anyway, here goes... our Windrush Beach House has been in our family for many generations and is a real jewel. Enjoy!

Why they chose this property

Very few cottages in Suttons Bay have a sandy swimming beach with no rocks and we are lucky to be one that has a beautiful beach when lake levels are down. We are also an easy walk to town.

What makes this property unique

This is not you typical rental with a private library and beautiful finishes that make you feel right at home.

Languages:

English, Spanish
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