3 Bed/2 Bath - Full house rental with direct sandy beachfront on beautiful Lake Leelanau! At 1000 sqft, and with an expansive yard facing the water, there is plenty of space for the whole family! In the heart of Leelanau county, this home is 5 minutes from downtown Lake Leelanau, 10 minutes from Suttons Bay, and less than 30 minutes to downtown Traverse City. Enjoy relaxing sunsets fireside after a day of wine tasting, kayaking, and exploring all that the Leelanau Peninsula has to offer. ---- About the Home---- This cozy lakehouse can be found on a quiet road in the heart of Leelanau County. Enjoy outdoor dining on the deck overlooking the water, or use the picnic table to spread out by the water. There is a fire pit right by the water and plenty of outdoor seating, kayaks, paddle boat, and row boat included. A dock (shared occasionally) and mooring are also provided on the right side of the property. The public boat launch is just 5 minutes north if you want to bring (or rent) a boat while you’re here! A perfect home for large groups or families, this cottage includes 3 bedrooms and 2 full baths. The master bedroom is located just off the kitchen and has a queen bed as well as attached full bathroom. Down the hall, you’ll find a second bedroom with queen bed, a third bedroom with 2 twin beds, and full guest bathroom. There is also a sofa bed in the living room. The home includes all the amenities you’d hope to find to make your vacation feel like a home-away-from-home, such as a coffee maker, SmartTV, cable, WiFi, and including plenty of towels, and linens. ---- About the Lakefront---- Lake Leelanau is one of the largest inland lakes in the Traverse City area, and includes two bodies of water, usually referred to as North Lake Leelanau and South Lake Leelanau. The lake covers over 8,000 acres and is easily accessible by boat as it offers two boat launches. Watersports are popular or you can just take a cruise up to the lakeside towns of Leland or Lake Leelanau for lunch. The lake is perfect for swimming, boating, or simply enjoying the view! ---- About the Area---- This home is perfectly situated! Here, you’ll also be amidst Traverse City wine-country! Minutes away, you’ll find 20+ wineries on the Leelanau Peninsula alone. Just ask, and we can recommend a wine trail for you! Downtown Lake Leelanau is just a 5 minute drive north with groceries, antique stores, wineries, and a coffee shop. Suttons Bay and Leland are both 10 minutes away and provide a fun day with beautiful downtown shopping. Leelanau Casino, Hop Lot Brewing, and Bahles Golf Course are also a quick drive away. We are here to make your stay feel like home - feel free to contact us with any questions, and we hope you enjoy your time in beautiful Northern Michigan!