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Summer Sand & Fun Beachfront Vacation Traverse City In Cottage

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Beautiful Vista overlooks Lake Michigan with stairs leading down to the beach.
Lake Michigan is crystal clear and blue. No salt, No sharks, No problems!
Living area
Living area

Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 82000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Traverse City, MI
  • Place, Brengman Brothers
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Front Street
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Traverse City Beach
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Airport, Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bunk Room

1 Single Bunk Bed

Living Room 1

1 Queen Sofa Bed

Master

1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Master Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

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

About this property

Summer Sand & Fun Beachfront Vacation Traverse City In Cottage

Traverse City.......Pure Michigan at its finest! Welcome to our quaint Traverse City family Cottage was built in 1954 overlooking Lake Michigan, and perfectly placed 4 minutes north of Traverse City on scenic M22. The Cottage offers the quaint design, comfort, and living of a vintage cottage blended with some of today's modern conveniences.

Enjoy the tranquility and inspiration of the early morning sunrise as it lights up the day. Sit in the living room and look out over the crystal-clear blue water of Lake Michigan. Relax in the family room with the 65" flat-screen TV above the stone fireplace, with access to DVDs, books, & games on hand for hours of family enjoyment.

Across the street and down the wooden stairs you will find crystal clear blue water, a large sandy beach with a beautiful view of Lake Michigan. Enjoy drinking your morning coffee, family time with your children, or sipping your evening cocktail while relaxing in the Adirondack chairs along the beach.

After a great day in the fresh air of Northern Michigan recharge in the comfort and privacy of one of the quaint Bedrooms. Open the windows and relax with the evening breezes coming into your room off of the lake as you lie down and fall asleep in the rich comfort of memory foam mattresses and 100% cotton sheets for every bed.

Our Cottage is a 2000 square foot 4 Bedroom, 3 Full Bathroom home with a Living Room, Full eat-in Kitchen, and a Butler's Pantry off of the very spacious Family Room. The Cottage will comfortably accommodate 2 adults/bedroom—occupancy is 8 adults plus up to 2 children under the age of 5. [AS PER TOWNSHIP SHORT TERM RENTAL ORDINANCE: Only 2 adult guests per room and no guests to sleep on, air mattresses, or in tents.

Our Cottage is perfectly located just a few miles from world-class dining, entertainment, shopping, and outdoor activities of Traverse City, plus to the North of the Cottage is the quaint towns of Suttons Bay and Northport.

Enjoy convenient access to the very popular and well-traveled route M22, which is one of the beautiful scenic shoreline drives from Traverse City to Suttons Bay and onward to Northport. Continue a little further North beyond Northport to the tip of the Leelanau Peninsula where you will find Leelanau State Park. Discover the historic Grand Traverse Lighthouse offering tours & sweeping views from the Light Tower overlooking Lake Michigan.

The opportunity for amazing day trips is endless. In very close proximity there is incredible access to renowned wineries and affiliated tours. Within an hour's drive arrive at Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, Charlevoix, or Boyne City. In less than 2.5 hours enjoy a scenic drive and arrive in historic Petoskey or North to Mackinac City where you can catch a ferry to Pure Michigan's #1 Tourist destination Historic Mackinac Island.
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House Rules

Check in after 5:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
ABSOLUTELY NO PARTIES! NO EXCEPTIONS!
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
ABSOLUTELY NO SMOKING inside the cottage!

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Please gather all trash and dispose of it in the garbage dumpster outside near the garage.
Please open all drapery.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Please ensure all dishes, utensils, pots & pans are clean prior to checkout.
Please bring your own chairs, beach towels, and blankets for outside use. Please do not take any of our blankets, towels or chairs to the beach.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: ABSOLUTELY NO PARTIES! NO EXCEPTIONS!
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Property Registration Number 2025-46

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Traverse City

Located in Traverse City, this holiday home 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 Lakes Children's Museum and Great Wolf Lodge Water Park are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Traverse City, MI

What's nearby

  • Brengman Brothers - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Front Street - 9 min drive - 11.2 km
  • Great Wolf Lodge Water Park - 13 min drive - 14.4 km
  • Traverse City Beach - 17 min drive - 17.8 km
  • Torch Lake - 51 min drive - 58.2 km

Getting around

  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪North Peak Brewing Company - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Barrio - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Mari Vineyards - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Mundos 305 - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Folgarelli's Market & Wine Shop - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Summer Sand & Fun Beachfront Vacation Traverse City In Cottage pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Summer Sand & Fun Beachfront Vacation Traverse City In Cottage?

As of 27 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Summer Sand & Fun Beachfront Vacation Traverse City In Cottage on 28 Mar 2026 start from £385, 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 at Summer Sand & Fun Beachfront Vacation Traverse City In Cottage?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Summer Sand & Fun Beachfront Vacation Traverse City In Cottage?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Summer Sand & Fun Beachfront Vacation Traverse City In Cottage?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Summer Sand & Fun Beachfront Vacation Traverse City In Cottage located?

Nestled on the beach, this Traverse City holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Brengman Brothers and Lake Michigan. West End Beach and Clinch Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 101 out of 122 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 20 out of 122 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 122 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 122 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 122 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nathan H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Welcoming and responsive host. Cool property with everything we needed and a fantastic view. Perfect location to explore everything the area has to offer.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Beth V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place, plenty of room for our family of 5 adults and a 3 1/2 year old. Easy check in and out, very comfortable and accommodating house that had everything we needed. Would love to stay again sometime!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

cynthia l.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House is great for groups, as the living area is well placed so the bedroom area remains quiet.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jo H.

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

Great property

Fantastic property.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pat B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful views of the sunrises. Plenty of room for us to all sit together. Three bathrooms so each couple had their own to use. Worked great for us
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris and Bets T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a comfortable home for our family of 6. Home has great view of west bay and is quick access to Traverse Vity.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shelley J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Jeff the host, was exceptional to deal with! The home is great for a large family. Lots of great spaces to have coffee and conversation! We had a family wedding on the peninsula and the location was fabulous! The view is amazing! The home is very well loved!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Mary T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful view of the water from the front room. Spacious comfortable areas to spread out. Lots of area for meals. Beds comfortable.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anna S.

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

Great place to stay!

This lovely home was perfect for a long getaway weekend with family. House is set up well for families to share and the location is wonderful Beautiful views of the sunrise!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our stay very much. The house is very nice, comfortable and in a very convenient location. The kitchen is well stocked with essential items and the beds were very comfortable. Jeff is a very responsive host and providesd a lot of great information. It’s important to note that there are actually 3 bedrooms, not 4. The 4th sleeping area is bunk beds in a hallway with a curtain for privacy.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emily J.

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

Great location

We loved our stay here. It was close to everything and we loved the private beach access. The layout of the house was perfect for a bigger group too.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charles S.

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

Beach Front Cottage Traverse City

This home was exactly what we were looking for. It fit our family perfectly. We loved the view of the Grand Traverse Bay. Spent some time on the beach. The kids loved it. We would definitely recommend this location to anyone looking to spend time in Traverse City.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Anne B.

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

Great Location

Large traditional up-north home in a great location for exploring the whole Grand Traverse area and relaxing!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

michelle h.

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

Traverse city!

Enjoyed many beaches,lakes,& wineries in this beautiful area
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

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

Fabulous stay

This house was perfect for our family for the long weekend. Jeffrey was so communicative, and very flexible in our check in time. The house had everything we needed, I've never stayed in such an organized, well-stocked house. The lake view was beautiful and the location was perfect to visit Traverse City, Suttons Bay and all of the wineries. We loved having the fire pit for cozy fires at night. We will definitely book this house again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Claire B.

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

Awesome experience

We had an amazing stay! The place was clean and organized, was in a great location - close to downtown Traverse City and had access to the beach, and the owners were friendly and responded to questions quickly.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cathy W.

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

Wonderful family weekend

Property owners were so kind and informative. Home has lots of charm and fully equipped for a family stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

S E.

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

Fall color and winery visits

We had a great stay and loved your home, especially the views out the front windows. Very comfortable and nicely decorated. Plenty of room to spread out. Great location to Traverse City, Suttons Bay the wineries and restaurants. Host was very helpful providing information about various places to explore
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leann C.

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

Loved TC!

The house was great and our beach was perfect for the kids!!! Super chilled out and wonderful experience
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristen R.

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

Beautiful spot near Traverse City!

This house is perfect for a getaway. It was very clean and well-taken care of! We loved having easy access to the beach and the short drive into Traverse City. I definitely recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy P.

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

Great family location

We enjoyed staying in this spacious cottage! We had three generations there and it was wonderful to have room to spread out and get our own space. It had everything we needed. It was easy to travel into Traverse City, Mission Peninsula and Suttons Bay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kate P.

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

In town for a family wedding...

Such a nice weekend. The location was perfect! Easy access to Traverse City and a host of other beautiful sights in the area. Being on the water was great too. We rented paddle boards and the kids had a blast.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura L.

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

Cozy Retreat

Excellent! The owners made a place that was a home away from home. We all enjoyed our time at this very nice getaway. The owners went beyond by giving us suggestions for places to dine. The house is at an excellent location with a beautiful view. Loved hanging out after our wine tour in the great room. Will stay again!!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christina S.

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

Family retreat up north

We had a great time in the Traverse City area. Awesome property and fully stocked. We are talking about our next trip back! Thanks for sharing your home with us!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Allison M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great family place!

We had a lovely time bringing our family up to Traverse City. The home was perfect for a larger family and the decor and furniture was all lovely. Communication with Jeffrey was wonderful as well. Extremely helpful and accommodating. Would love to come back again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

About the host

Hosted by Jeffrey Smith

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We are the Smith Family. Jeff is born and raised in Michigan and he is a Wolverine (Go Blue)! Anna was born in India but came to the U.S. with her family to start a new life when she was 6yrs old. We met at college and have been very happily married for over 30 years. With three wonderful sons all in college, we are constantly on the run having fun as a family and spending time with close friends.
Currently, we share our time in Traverse City and Dallas, Texas. We love it when our friends come to Michigan for the very first time. To see their reaction to the fresh clear water and the grandeur and beauty of nature at its finest makes us proud to be here in the Water, Winter, Wonderland state we know as Pure Michigan.
We love being out on the water, hanging out on the beach, or traveling. Our Boys love to travel and always find new places to discover with and without us.
We named the Cottage "The 'Smtih'sonian". Many of the furnishings, decor' and assorted items in the Cottage have been in the family for 70+ years. They have deep meaning wrapped up in deep-seated memories, and we hope you will take great care of them during your stay.

Why they chose this property

After spending 57 years in the beautiful Les Cheneaux Islands every summer (which I would recommend everyone visit) we decided to find a quaint vintage Lake Cottage in one of our favorite places in Michigan.
We bought our Cottage May 2019 from the original family who built this home in 1954. If you're in tune with vintage details there are a few you will notice. This cottage has retained its hand built kitchen cabinets, the handcrafted plaster ceiling detail found in the Living Room, the original storm doors, many doorknobs, and the Andersen Windows from 1954. We could not be more excited and honored to be the 2nd generation in ownership and the caretakers for at least the next 75 years.
In the Fall of 2019, we will be removing the carpet so we are able to restore the original hardwood floors hidden beneath. This property gave us the vintage Cottage we were looking for, as well as the views and the private beach that was so essential in spending time UP North!

What makes this property unique

The convenient location to everything is amazing.
The private beach for children and adults alike, depending on the depth of Lake Michigan.
The large Family Room for relaxation with the whole family.
We offer Concierge Services.

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