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Pet friendly, quiet and quaint location between Traverse City and Elk Rapids.

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Kitchen with quartz countertops and barn wood island with seating for three.
Welcome to the Little House in the Country!
Your home away from home.
Large property with lots of room to play!
View from the side of the property, you will love the quiet, private area.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 9

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Ski lift privileges
  • Dog-friendly
  • Toys
  • Barbecue grill
  • Free WiFi

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Loft

+1
1 Queen Bed, 1 Double Futon and 3 Twin Beds

Master Suite

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Guest Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Master Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Pet friendly, quiet and quaint location between Traverse City and Elk Rapids.

Cozy Winter package available November - March - enjoy early 1pm check in and late 1pm check out so you a make the most of your time at the Little House. Cozy snack package also included. Let us know if you’d like to also enjoy sleds or a cozy winter campfire! Thank you for staying with us! If you're looking for the perfect retreat in a country setting you have just found it! This new construction with cottage home connected to a large garage is centrally located between Traverse City and Elk Rapids. The cottage home has a master suite, large loft and a 3-piece guest bath. This cottage is designed with your comfort in mind. There is sleeping room for up to 9 people with 2 queen beds, 3 twin beds and a pull-out sofa sleeper. The home is furnished with hardwood floors throughout, central air, and open concept kitchen, dining and living area. You'll love the interior, but the custom patio, fire pit and grill is what will keep you coming back time and time again.

Amenities of the Home:
*Washer & Dryer
*Kitchen includes Quartz counter tops, microwave, dishwasher, toaster oven, hot plate, griddle & crock pot, and all the utensils you will need (due to township regulations a stove and oven is not permitted)
*Living room with large flat screen tv and cozy furnishing
*2 full-bathrooms with walk-in custom tile showers & bath linens, and hair dryers
*Master Bedroom with queen bed, all the linens you will need and flat screen tv
*Large loft with two separate sleeping area with 3 twin beds, queen bed and pull-out sofa sleeper. All linens are included.
*Back porch with gas grill and sitting area with large stairs leading down to the custom patio and fire pit.
*Fire pit with large fire ring, table and chairs, perfect for a relaxing evening enjoying the Michigan outdoors. Firewood available for purchase.
*Dog friendly (extra $50 pet fee for 1-2 dogs)

Location Features:
*5 minutes from Grand Traverse Resort & Spa & Turtle Creek Casino
*10-20 minute drive to downtown Elk Rapids or downtown Traverse City
*10 minute drive to local beaches,
*Very close to a variety of options for outdoor activities including biking, skiing, snowmobiling, golfing, wineries, distilleries and more!
*On-site Property Manager, ask us for ideas to make your vacation perfect from start to finish.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 23
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
Very friendly space for all ages.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
A $50 pet fee will be assessed for up to 2 pets.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is permitted outside and on the patio.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 965881
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 and a deadbolt lock

About the neighborhood

Williamsburg

Located in Williamsburg, this vacation home is in a rural area. Shoppers can check out Front Street, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Lake Michigan and Traverse City Beach. Traveling with kids? Consider Music House Museum and Guntzviller's Spirit of the Woods Museum. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the ice skating and sledding.
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Williamsburg, MI

What's nearby

  • Flintfields Horse Park - 4 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Turtle Creek Casino - 7 min drive - 8.0 km
  • LochenHeath Golf Club - 9 min drive - 11.2 km
  • Elk Lake - 9 min drive - 9.1 km
  • Grand Traverse Resort Golf Course - 10 min drive - 10.5 km

Getting around

  • Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Burger King - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Season's Buffet - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Sweetwater American Bistro - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Stone Hound Brewing - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Pet friendly, quiet and quaint location between Traverse City and Elk Rapids. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Pet friendly, quiet and quaint location between Traverse City and Elk Rapids.?

As of Jun 5, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Pet friendly, quiet and quaint location between Traverse City and Elk Rapids. on Sep 29, 2026 start from $259, 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 Pet friendly, quiet and quaint location between Traverse City and Elk Rapids.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Pet friendly, quiet and quaint location between Traverse City and Elk Rapids.?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Pet friendly, quiet and quaint location between Traverse City and Elk Rapids. located?

This family-friendly Williamsburg vacation home is located in a rural location, within 3 mi (5 km) of Flintfields Horse Park and Lake Michigan. Music House Museum and Guntzviller's Spirit of the Woods Museum 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. 106 out of 110 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 110 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 110 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 110 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 110 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Austin K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent place to stay. Eric and Kara communicated wonderfully, cleanliness was top notch. We’ve been to the Traverse area a few times and this was by far our best stay yet. We will be booking with them again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anne A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was immaculate and exactly as described. I would stay here again in a second, no question.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Timothy T.

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

Awesome place!

Great place to stay if youre looking to vacation in TC!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pam J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A beautiful place for a girls weekend trip.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Holly A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, beautiful setting, clean and well appointed house.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bill H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our third stay at this wonderful dog-friendly home was as great as our first two visits! It's as quiet as it is beautiful, and our hosts are always so welcoming. We can't wait to return to our home-away-from home!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

J P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our group loved our stay! The house was clean, and the property was peaceful while still being close to town. We would gladly stay here again in the future! Kara was easy to reach and made us feel very welcome!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wayne Z.

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

Excellent motel for our half-way home stop.

Extremely clean and property, inside and outside. Beautiful suite, comfortable and nice breakfast with, perhaps, the best motel coffee we've had in many years.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very quiet peaceful beautiful place. Very clean
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Valentina C.

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

Wonderful time

Everything was perfect, especially the loft upstairs for the kids. Kitchen was well equipped and we had a wonderful time! Owners were available for help and our stay was awesome!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott R.

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

Thanksgiving

Very clean, comfortable place!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lori M.

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

So relaxing!

The home is so pretty, everything is comfortable! Hosts make you feel very welcome and make it easy to be a guest. This was our second stay and I hope to visit more!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Caitlyn K.

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

Bachelorette

Our group had a great experience and stay at this property. Property was very clean and exactly as described. Property owners were great and very friendly. 10/10 recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James E.

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

Fantastic venue

We stayed at this property for nearly a week. A true hidden gem! Private, country setting yet 15-20 minutes to the fun things to do in Traverse City. Will stay here again if we ever make it back!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew B.

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

Excellent experience

Very nice place, very clean and spacious. Property owner communicated well, really enjoyed our time.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline K.

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

Return trip

3rd stay! Consistently peaceful and comfortable!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Meghan M.

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

Easy and beautiful

This was a great place to stay on our visit to the area and Sleeping Bear Dunes. While still an hour away from the dunes all the space in between and near by provided all that we needed, traverse city, pie, wine, beaches. The place was clean, well laid out, stocked, and very easy to check in to, hosts were very helpful and kind.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cassandra S.

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

Perfect little getaway!

We had so much fun at the little house, they had sleds we could use and it was nice to just hangout. My girls loved the games that were provided to use during our stay and the cows were an added bonus. Also, communication was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gail E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A beautiful place in the country, very comfortable and peaceful. Perfect location for my brother and I. Short trip to Traverse City. Went to Charlevoix and Petoskey. Casino is 5 minutes away. If you're looking a place away from the noise, this is it. Love the wood work and the care you put into your place.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas P.

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

Cozy and quiet

It was a great place to stay. Very quiet and peaceful. We enjoyed seeing the cows each morning. It’s a country setting but very close to all we needed including Meijer and Grand Traverse Resort. A clean place where we could sleep and cook our own meals and relax in between while including our dog in the stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hosts were quick to respond and communicated very well. We had four generations of family and everyone loved the the property and the rental. The kids enjoyed playing in large yard with corn hole or in loft with fuse ball table.Hosts were very accommodating on parking...we had 2 cars, 3 pickup trucks and 2 bass boats!Rental house itself was just as pictured. It was nice having 2 full bathrooms. I would stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline K.

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

Quiet, peaceful

The property was perfect for the needs of myself and 2 small dogs. The owners were very helpful and understanding. Thank you!!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Trista C.

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

An Adorable Home in a Great Area

This little house is situated in the middle of the country but just minutes from all kinds of fun. It was so quiet there - we slept so well. The bed was comfortable and the place was so clean. We were very impressed by the workmanship in the house and especially the cleanliness. Cara was a great communicator and was very welcoming as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicole C.

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

Wonderful

This property was perfect for our high school bass team. We had great parking for the trucks and boat and the house had everything we could possibly need. The hosts were wonderful! It was fun to have a fellow bass fisherman as a host.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deb H.

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

A Wonderful Return Visit!

We love everything about this idyllic little home that's just a short distance from Traverse City. It's so clean, well-appointed, quiet and comfortable. Best of all, Kara and Eric are friendly, welcoming hosts to us and our lovable 98-pound dog, Dilly. We know that this is the place we will always try to book! The nearby cows are a bonus--when we spot them! We WILL be back, whenever we can slip away to our home-away-from home!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

About the host

Hosted by Kara Peck

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We have lived in the Traverse City/Williamsburg area for many years and love where we live. We also love to vacation (have used VRBO/Home Away for years) and love the idea of helping others find and create the perfect vacation. Both Eric and I have customer service backgrounds and I have experience in the local hospitality industry. We look forward to working with you on your next trip to our neck of the woods!

Why they chose this property

Our cozy, country house won't be the perfect fit for everyone, but for those that want to be close to it all, but not in the thick of it all, this is a great place to kick your feet up and enjoy the quiet country setting and the cozy accommodations!

What makes this property unique

1 mile from the Great Lakes Equestrian Festival!

Languages:

English

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