Entire home

Amazing Lake Leelanau Cottage, Stunning Sun Sets. 10 Minutes from Traverse City

Photo gallery for Amazing Lake Leelanau Cottage, Stunning Sun Sets. 10 Minutes from Traverse City

A sunset view over a lake with a fire pit and chairs facing the water.
A bunk bed with a wooden frame and a quilted bedspread. There is a window with blue curtains and an air conditioning unit on the wall.
A wooden cabin interior with a sofa, chairs, a ceiling fan, and large windows.
A spacious living area with a sofa set, dining table, and chairs, wooden floors, and large windows.
A single-story house with a red roof, a front porch, and a gravel driveway.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Room to spread out
    Enjoy spacious layout that give everyone more room to relax.
  • On the beach
    A rare beachfront property in the area - enjoy direct access to the beach and sea.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Lake Leelanau

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Patio
  • Dog-friendly
  • Toys
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

View in a map
Traverse City, MI
  • Place, Lake Leelanau
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Front Street
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Place, Traverse City Beach
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • Airport, Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪25 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

guest room

2 Queen Beds

guest room # 2

1 Single Bunk Bed

master

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

main restroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

Add dates for prices

Have a question?

AI iconBeta

Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews.

Similar properties

Outdoor dining
Beautiful Cabin on the Lake with Hot Tub & Sandy Beach!
Travers City
  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (89 reviews)
Beautiful Cabin on the Lake with Hot Tub & Sandy Beach!

About the area

Traverse City

Located in Traverse City, this cottage is next to a golf course and on the beach. Shoppers can check out Front Street, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Lake Michigan and Traverse City Beach. Jacob's Corn Maze and Great Lakes Children's Museum are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and cycling nearby.
View more Cottages in Traverse CityOpens in a new window
Map
Traverse City, MI

What's nearby

  • Lake Leelanau - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Village at Grand Traverse Commons - 15 min drive - 21.2 km
  • Front Street - 15 min drive - 21.6 km
  • Great Wolf Lodge Water Park - 17 min drive - 24.1 km
  • Traverse City Beach - 23 min drive - 29.2 km

Getting around

  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cedar River Coffee Company - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Farm Club - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Cedar Tavern - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Paradise Cove Bar & Grill - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Cedar Sol Taco Stand - ‬19 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Amazing Lake Leelanau Cottage, Stunning Sun Sets. 10 Minutes from Traverse City pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Amazing Lake Leelanau Cottage, Stunning Sun Sets. 10 Minutes from Traverse City?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Amazing Lake Leelanau Cottage, Stunning Sun Sets. 10 Minutes from Traverse City?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Amazing Lake Leelanau Cottage, Stunning Sun Sets. 10 Minutes from Traverse City?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Amazing Lake Leelanau Cottage, Stunning Sun Sets. 10 Minutes from Traverse City located?

Located in Traverse City, this beachfront cottage is next to a golf course, steps from Lake Leelanau and within 6 mi (10 km) of Lake Michigan and The Leelanau Club at Bahle Farms. Grand Traverse Bay and Cedar Lake are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window
Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 31 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 31 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 31 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 31 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 31 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thank you for a wonderful stay. The property was great for relaxing and the location makes the area sights easy to get to. We really enjoyed being on the water, bonfires every night. Nice and quiet.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Aug 2026
Thank you so much for the wonderful review! We’re so glad you had a relaxing stay and enjoyed the peaceful location. It sounds like you made the most of your time on the water and those nightly bonfires! We truly appreciate you staying with us and would be happy to host you again anytime. Joe
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice property, clean and comfortable. A stone’s throw away from a nice boat launch and parking area. Close to TC. Very friendly and helpful host.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Aug 2026
Thank you so much for the wonderful review! We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed the property, found it clean and comfortable, and appreciated the convenient location near the boat launch and TC. It was a pleasure hosting you, and we truly appreciate your kind words. We’d love to welcome you back anytime
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property and location was really great. Super private setting and it’s hard to beat the sunsets over the lake. Easy drives to Leland, Suttons Bay & Traverse City. Joe is a fantastic manager. Had trouble with the TV and he’s there in a few hours a new TV!! Wow!! We’ll be back!!
Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property is a lovely way to experience a private and quiet Lake Leelanau vacation. The views and access to the water were incredible, and it felt like a retreat away from our busy lives. We felt that our kids - who range from toddler to teen were safe playing on the beach and dock and enjoyed the property all week from sun up to sun down! The house was spacious and updated. The living area suited our family well, and was a good launching pad for us to get ready for fun in the sun each day. I would recommend this property for active guests who wish to explore surrounding areas. We also appreciated the time that Joe took to explain the boat rental and suggest local spots to dock and stop for bites to eat and have fun while we rented. Our time in Lake Michigan, Traverse City and on Lake Leelanau is one we will remember fondly!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Aug 2026
Steven, Thank you so much for your kind words! We were thrilled to hear that your family had such a wonderful time, from beach days to exploring the area. it was a pleasure having you, and were so glad you enjoyed the boat tips of the many sandbars restaurants and wine tasting available from the water. We'd love to host you all again anytime!! Joe
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host and house were great. Property leaves a lot to be desired. Geese everywhere, everyday along with their poop. Could not help but step in it. Wasn't able to enjoy the cute beach because of it. If you tried to scare them away they would automatically come back. I would stay here again IF the geese "went away" to the farm if you know what I mean.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Jul 2026
Good morning, I am pleased to hear that you enjoyed the cottage and the waterfront property. I do apologize about the geese and the seagulls, however this is out of our control as this is at every property on the water as there is state restrictions that do not allow us to remove them. we take all necessary precautions to try to limit the geese and seagulls however, this is a property that is over 3 acres large with over 400 foot of water frontage. It’s an amazing Sandy Beach and oversize Dock for customer satisfaction. We our extremely diligent and responsive and understanding to every guest. As we came out and re-racked the beach as requested and gave you a personal touch of full recommendations of restaurants, wineries, activities, and tips on fishing the lake and full filled your other requests to make your stay comfortable and enjoyable. Joe
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Large property, good location, beautiful lake

Nice large outdoor space. The lake is beautiful. Great sunsets.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Rental! Beautiful beach and sunsets! Very comfortable!

We had a wonderful week. Great beach and a very comfortable cabin. Will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Beautiful Acreage

my 2 Goldens chased ducks, geese and seagulls ... had a great time.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Breathtaking

We absolutely loved our stay! So much fun for the whole family. We are already looking forward to coming back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Ritz Carlton level service in a one of a kind property

I’m not joking. I have stayed at 5 star resorts all over the world and can honestly say that the hospitality and level of service that we received were truly world class. Not just as in a great check in and check out experience, but as in go above and beyond to make sure that every single aspect of our vacation was perfect. Truly a stunning experience. As for the property, we have been traveling to Traverse City for over 15 years, and I’ve yet to see a more ideal location to spend a week up there. Nothing short of amazing.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great summer vacation!

Property and lake were gorgeous. We loved how big the actual property was. It gave our dogs plenty of room to roam and explore. The lake was also crystal clear and huge. Yes there is a public boat launch at the end of road but the property had plenty of privacy so it was never an issue. Our family will definitely go back if it's still available 😊 The host was great to work with and Joe was more than helpful and very knowledgeable of the area!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lake Leelanau Getaway Doesn't Disappoint

My family (3 boys 18-24 and my wife and myself) stayed here during the last week of June. Will and Diana were excellent hosts that were knowledgeable and very helpful. Cottage was plenty big for us and it was clean and recently renovated. There is a lot of space around the cabin for family yard games and hanging out. The cottage faces the west and is blessed with wonderful sunsets. Location is excellent with Traverse City 15 mins to the South and Leeland and Sutton Bay also an easy 15 min drive. AC worked fine and I'd rec'd bringing a pull over or blanket of two. The Lake is absolutely beautiful and plenty big enough to find your own private space. In total, this was time well spent
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Jul 2020
iam very pleased you and your family were happy with your stay. We hope to see you again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our family really enjoyed our stay at this cottage. The cottage upon arrival was very clean and welcoming. There was definitely plenty of room for our family of five and did not feel cramped as the cottage was very spacious. The view from the cottage facing Lake Leelanau was gorgeous! Beautiful sunsets each night. The bedroom with the queen bunks were plenty big for our two boys and our daughter enjoyed the twin bunks. The master bedroom was a little small but we made it work. The kitchen was well equipped with utensils and everything you might need to cook at the cottage, the only thing missing was a mixing bowl. The lake was utilized quite a bit by our kids and even our dog who couldn’t get enough of the water. Plenty of grassy area in the yard and we definitely had privacy even with the boat launch next door. We utilized the fire pit one night and it really was great to kick back by the fire and look out at the water. Our check in was a breeze as Joe kept us up to date as to our check in . Joe also had given us many great recommendations on restaurants and food choices in the area which was very helpful. Diana was responsive to my texts when we booked this rental. Enjoyed Fishtown with the Tritoon rental available thru this cottage rental and Joe again also gave us very clear directions on how to get there and what to look for on our ride there. Would surely recommend renting this cottage. It’s adorable!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Deceiving Listing but we made the best of our week

Listing included things like: floating dock for swimming, hot tub, private beach and dock. Reality: Floating dock was not in the water, there was no hot tub and we shared the beach and dock with another rented out house on the property. We also rented out the boat for the week but were not allowed to keep it on the dock. It had to be connected to a buoy. Not a big deal but the buoy was in five and a half feet of water. You literally had to swim in and out everyday to get the boat. Not the easiest task and kind of annoying. If you you were older, or not as able that would be tougher. Or if the weather and water was colder. This was not told to us until we were signing the contract and again, it was out way farther than it needed to be. 50 geese also made this property their home so by the end of the week it was hard to walk in the yard avoiding the geese poop. The house itself was alright. It was pretty small and I am not sure it was worth the cost. We made the best of our week but if we had seen it before, we would have chosen a different property. The view was amazing and the lake was awesome. That was the highlight of the week.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness

Great Location, House Needs Work

We booked this property as a last minute Labor Day weekend / week vacation. The location is ideal if you are looking for a base camp to explore the area. We appreciated the quietness, size of the property, and waterfront. For the most part we enjoyed our stay. Unfortunately, a handful of issues presented themselves throughout the week. The house did not have working smoke detectors, they also appear to be well beyond the general 10-year expiration. Second, one of the electrical receptacles in the bedroom was cracked in half, making it a potential safety hazard. Further, both the gas stove top and washing machine need to be serviced. The stove's ignition system continuously tries to ignite when the oven is in use. We ended up unplugging it to be safe. The washer would not progress beyond the washing cycle, which requires the clothes to be run through a separate spin cycle. Lastly, we woke up Thursday morning to mouse droppings spread across the kitchen countertops. Upon further exploration, we discovered an abundance of droppings behind the refrigerator, to the right of the oven in the open area, and countertop appliances as well. The property owner was notified of these issues, we requested a partial refund of 1 day's use and host fees. We do not live in the area and booking another property for 1 day wasn't feasible. Diana had stated she would look into compensating us for the mouse/droppings issue, but there has been no further follow up to date, going on 3 weeks.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A great time had by all, including Fran our dog!

The property was as described and it was very suitable to our needs. We had a great time and the weather was great. The use of the rental boat was ideal for us to travel by lake and visit Leland. I would rent this property again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful property on the lake

We were in town to work and stayed here 9 nights. At the end of the day we loved watching the sunset from the yard. The owners were always available, and very friendly, when we had any questions.
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 29 May 2022
Thank you so much for your kind review. We look forward to seeing you in the future. Joe
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Overall great location and stay! Pictures do not do this property justice!

Absolutely wonderful property perfect location. Close to Leland, Traverse City and Suttons Bay. So many things for teens and little ones to do and so many places to shop and eat. HIGHLY recommend renting pontoon boat and Tube. Boat launch right next door as well we rented Wave runners for a day and they drop them right there and pick them up. Owner was so helpful and nice also a great communicator. We will absolutely go back!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Beautiful sunset views!

The property is right next to the public boat launch but is well hidden from view. We brought our boat and was able to get a mooring point set which worked well until we had day with 35 to 40mph winds one day. Will cautioned me that it can get windy and is why he can’t allow boats to tie to the dock. We really enjoyed the location to the bike trail, the ability to take our boat into Leland for dinner and the amazing sunsets.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect spot for our family vacation!

My husband and I stayed here with our two year old daughter, 8 year old niece, and my parents. The cabin was the perfect size for all of us! The property itself is amazing- it’s huge! The beach was perfect for my daughter to swim and play. The sunsets are gorgeous, and the location itself is a great spot on Leelanau- we were close to so many other places that were easy to visit (Leland, Sutton’s Bay, downtown TC, etc). We also appreciated Will and Diana’s communication- from tips on where to eat, to questions we had- they were always very easy to reach. Great hosts! We also appreciated that we were able to bring our dog who is 9 years old and, although is quite the ‘old man’ now, he loved the lake just as much as we did. We will definitely be back and can’t wait till the next time!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 25 May 2022
Thank you so much for your booking, We look forward to seeing your family in the future. Joe
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Stellar Location on beautiful Lake Leelanau

We've stayed here twice w/o regrets - Location is fantastic as its on a gorgeous lake and only 15 mins from downtown Traverse City - Property has plenty of space for lawn games or dogs to roam - Western shoreline allows for stunning sunsets - Will and Diana are warm and responsive and easily approachable for ideas to eat/visit in the local area.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great visit

Great location and house!! Had a great time. Owner was fantastic
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2020
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Lacking on amenities

Nice location and waterfront, but the value did not match the accommodations. Uneven flooring wobbled in the main room and could be dangerous for elderly guests. 1 1/2 rolls of toilet paper for the week and one bundle of fire wood seems lacking for the price. The summer bedding was a bit thin for the cool October when we visited. Hearth was not operational in the house. Overall good lake front location but a few more amenities would have improved the stay greatly.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Nov 2020
good evening
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful sunsets. Perfect location.

perfect location for trips to Traverse City or Leland. Beautiful sunsets. Our daughter and her friend loved the hammocks.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely property on a beautiful lake

OMG do we love this place, the town, the people, awesome food and lovely host, picture don’t do justice, everything is new in the house, Lake Leelanau is lovely and we and our dogs truly enjoy it, please don’t take the trees down!! and we love the hammocks, the pier is very convenient too, we will be back for sure, thank you for letting us stay at your beautiful home Irene and Mike
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2020
Tell us how we can improve our siteShare feedback