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NEW! Direct waterfront Grand Traverse Bay-Suttons Bay. Kayaks, Sandy

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A spacious living room with a large sectional sofa, a dining area with a table and chairs, and multiple windows offering ocean views.
A spacious living room with a high ceiling, large windows, a ceiling fan, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a cozy seating area with a couch and armchairs.
A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, and a dining area with a white table and chairs.
A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a chair, a window with curtains, and a view of the sea.
A staircase with wooden steps and a metal handrail, leading to a landing with a light fixture.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • On the beach
    A rare beachfront property in the area - enjoy direct access to the beach and sea.
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Patio
  • Arcade/game room
  • Barbecue grill
  • Internet access
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Suttons Bay, MI
  • Place, Grand Traverse Bay
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, beach near Bingham Road
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Traverse City Beach
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • Airport, Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪26 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Queen Beds

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

NEW! Direct waterfront Grand Traverse Bay-Suttons Bay. Kayaks, Sandy

Suttons Bay Getaway is a stunning gem situated on the picturesque West Grand Traverse Bay. Just a stone's throw away from the charming town of Suttons Bay or lively Traverse City. This lovely, spacious lakefront home treats you to breathtaking views of the bay from the deck, living room, dining room, kitchen, and master bedroom. You’ll only need to take a few steps from the deck to experience the lake's inviting, deep blue waters. With the birds singing and the fresh air all around, you will honestly know this is what a vacation should feel like. From the moment you arrive, a wave of relaxation washes over you. Get ready to be mesmerized by the stunning colors as the sunrise paints the sky across the bay. Gather your whole group around the fire pit for fun, laughter, and delicious s'mores under the enchanting moonlight in the evenings.

This delightful multi-level home comfortably accommodates up to eight guests, featuring four cozy bedrooms and three bathrooms. Enjoy the convenience of one bedroom with a queen bed on the main floor, while the upper level hosts three additional bedrooms. The first upper-level bedroom features two queen beds, and the second boasts a king bed, both sharing a Jack-and-Jill bathroom setup. For a touch of luxury, the primary bedroom features a king-size bed and an attached bathroom, complete with a luxurious shower. The kitchen and dining area flow seamlessly into the living room, creating a fantastic open concept and providing stunning views to enjoy together.

Downstairs, you will find a nice place to relax on the comfy couches, watch movies, sing karaoke, or play badminton or pickleball on the indoor net.

No pets allowed.

-- THE PROPERTY --

Sleeps 8 adults or 10 with two small children

Bedroom 1: king bed, en suite bathroom || Bedroom 2: king bed || Bedroom 3: two queen beds || Bedroom 4: queen bed

OUTDOORS: fire pit, grill, fire-pit table, basketball hoop, outdoor dining table & chairs, porch, deck, lawn, beach chairs, sand/beach toys, kayaks (2), adult life jackets (3). There is NO dock at this property.

INDOORS: WIFI, Smart TV, cable TV, Roku, karaoke machine, game room, badminton/pickleball net

KITCHEN: fully equipped, cooking basics, dishware & flatware, dishes & utensils for kids, electric stove, microwave, toaster, drip coffee maker, Keurig coffee maker, espresso machine, tea kettle, blender, dishwashers (2), trash bags, paper towels

GENERAL: washer & dryer, Pack 'n Play, iron & ironing board, hair dryer, towels & linens, toilet paper, bar soap, heated bathroom floors, A/C & heating

MISC: living space on 2-levels

PARKING: space for 2 vehicles

-- POLICIES --

- No pets allowed

- No smoking

- No events, parties, or large gatherings

- Must be at least 18 years old to book

- Additional rental agreement required
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 20140173
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Suttons Bay

Located in Suttons Bay, this holiday home is on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Traverse City Beach. Great Lakes Children's Museum and Jacob's Corn Maze are also worth visiting. Waterskiing and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and cycling nearby.
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Suttons Bay, MI

What's nearby

  • Grand Traverse Bay - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • beach near Bingham Road - 1 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Front Street - 16 min drive - 20.9 km
  • Village at Grand Traverse Commons - 18 min drive - 21.6 km
  • Traverse City Beach - 23 min drive - 28.5 km

Getting around

  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hop Lot Brewing Company - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Farm Club - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪VI Grill - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Paradise Cove Bar & Grill - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Roman Wheel Pizza & Subs - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is NEW! Direct waterfront Grand Traverse Bay-Suttons Bay. Kayaks, Sandy pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at NEW! Direct waterfront Grand Traverse Bay-Suttons Bay. Kayaks, Sandy?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at NEW! Direct waterfront Grand Traverse Bay-Suttons Bay. Kayaks, Sandy?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at NEW! Direct waterfront Grand Traverse Bay-Suttons Bay. Kayaks, Sandy?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is NEW! Direct waterfront Grand Traverse Bay-Suttons Bay. Kayaks, Sandy located?

Situated on the beach, this holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Grand Traverse Bay and Lake Michigan. Ciccone Vineyard and Winery and bigLITTLE Wines are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 21 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 21 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 21 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 21 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 21 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

8.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Property and views were beautiful. Great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Sept 2026
So glad you enjoyed the area's beauty. Thank you for your 5-Star review!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice stay. We were 4 couples so we each had our own room. We had one beach day but our weather wasn’t great. Be sure to get up for sunrise it is beautiful. Close to a lot of wineries
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Sept 2026
We are pleased to know that everyone had plenty of room to relax. The sunrises are a must-see!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very comfortable, nice place with lots of seating both inside and outside. Nice sandy beach but no dock.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Sept 2026
Thank you for your 5-star review of this home. We're glad you enjoyed the sandy beach.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an amazing stay on Suttons Bay. The house was comfortable and cozy- and centrally located to lots of different towns/ activities. We especially enjoyed the lakeside campfire ring and kayaking the beautiful clear waters.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Jul 2026
Thank you! We are so glad you enjoyed.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
A lovely home with a terrific location right on the water! The master bathroom is interesting! The shower is huge and has two huge rain shower heads, BUT it has a glass wall facing the bedroom! Peep show, anyone? The toilet is Japanese-style with everything but birth control. If you get within 2-3 ft. of it, the lid pops up. As soon as you sit down, a fan goes on. It flushes automatically, sometimes when you’re still sitting there. It is also a bidet, with choices of spraying the back or front. An adventure on its own!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Aug 2026
Thank you! We appreciate your very interesting and informative review '-)
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful house, great yard in the line, convenient location in between north and south destinations.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Nov 2025
So glad you enjoyed your stay. Thank you for the 5-Star review!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place - great location. Beautiful cottage!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Jul 2025
Thank you!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home on a perfect little sandy beach. Great for families. Stocked kitchen, comfortable living spaces.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house is beautiful.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Oct 2025
We are pleased to know that you enjoyed this beautiful home. Thank you for giving it a 5-Star Review!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host was very reaponsive to calls prior to stay and with a maintenance issue that we had.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Nov 2025
Thank you for staying with us.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a great time. Location and private beach were perfect. Great location between Traverse and Suttons Bay. A ton of bugs all over the house though. Gnats, flies, spiders of all small sizes. It's expected with the mature landscaping and proximity to the water but it was a nuisance. Will definitely revisit and spend more time in Suttons Bay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Sept 2025
Thank you for your 5-Star review of this home. We will inspect and take care of the issues you mentioned.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Wonderful Stay at Suttons Bay

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Rental Property was great for my family and exactly as the pics described. Was very clean and location by the lake was perfect. Property management (especially Rochelle) were great and kept me updated on the rental property. In future, we would definitely think about coming back.
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Aug 2025
Thank you! We are happy to know that you had a wonderful stay in Suttons Bay and that is was a good fit for your family. Our staff appreciates your kind words.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice but not up to my expectations for the price point.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Sept 2025
Thank you for staying with us.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

A Fabulous House and View

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a grand time. Despite being "off season" in November, the house was lovely...warm and cozy. And the sunrise view of the bay wss picture perfect. Well appointed kitchen and bath. The BEST part of the whole trip was Lindsay, our property management rep with Visit Up North. She was UNBELIEVABLE! Quick to respond and very helpful with everything we needed. Five stars for Lindsay! as well!
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Nov 2025
Thank you! We are very pleased to know that you had a grand time at this fabulous house. We appreciate the 5 star employee review as well '-)
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great house in Suttons Bay

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Great house in Suttons bay- beautiful views of the lake, house newly updated. Enjoyed coffee and drinks on the deck with the new patio furniture, especially the fire table. We had one maintenance issue and it was resolved very quickly, which was much appreciated. Would definitely stay here again.
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Jun 2025
Wonderful! We are so please that you enjoyed your stay at this great house!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
The wifi was not working. Could not get the tv or internet working. Called the office and the girl could not help much.. she could not tell us where the Wi-Fi box was located she told us she would look into it. we ended up figuring it out on our own. The Wi-Fi box was located in the bedroom that is on the main floor and it was plugged into a outlet that would only work if the light switch was turned on for that outlet. So just FYI to anyone else that might have issues. I did call her back and let her know. Also...the gas fireplace did not work. Looked like a wire was purposely disconnected. We informed the company, but we did not have use of the fireplace. Also..no measuring cups or spoons , fyi...lol. Aside from that, the house was clean and beautiful. The bed mattresses are very firm, which I liked...but some ppl in our group had a very hard time with them. The views are out of this world. I would definitely stay here again.
Stunning views
Sunrise
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Fall Sutton's Bay Getaway

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was more than happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Had a great time, house was right on the water. House was clean and we liked the amount of kitchen utinsils and pans. Layout in the kitchen is not for a chef, refrigerator is in a bad place and the big massive glass globes over the island are a joke, if you are prepping food on the island you hit your head on the globes as they are not centered over the island. Overall kitchen is very nice. Master bedroom ceiling fan was not working and nor could we find remote. The masterbath Toto bidets functions did not work which was a bummer, it worked for flushing only. Get it fixed please. I have the same model in my house and it is great. Deck was nice, windows needed cleaning on the outside and a lot of spider webs on outside windows. Grill worked great, albeit on the side of the house and you had to go through the garage. Was expecting a bit more at this price point in slow season. But again it is a beautiful house and views with sunrise over the water was spectacular.
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Sept 2025
Thank you for your thoughtful review of this home, and your observations and suggestions. We will address all of the items mentioned.
From a partner site

4/10 Poor

Needs Help

Rating Details: The property manager was somewhat unhelpful. The vacation rental was very dirty. I was very happy with the location. I was very dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The location and house layout are the best thing about this rental. We enjoyed the beach area- although it is ALL rocky in the water-very hard to navigate. The fire pit was nice- however we encountered so many other issues, it is hard to give this a positive spin. Very, VERY dirty- they may mop the floors, and change linens but that's it. Every corner had webs and bugs and dust caked on lighting. The back doors wouldn't lock, and one of the knobs was completely broken, so you could not secure the home. No place to put trash, since bins were completely full- so we had to hold the stinky trash in the garage and then move it all out on trash day- crazy! Windows have no screens and someone left them open prior to our arrival, the house was full of flies, bugs and so many spiders (my niece was bit) in in her room sleeping. There was many other issues- including a large rat in the sandy area that ran around all hours, and the back deck was covered in spiders and webs- no one cleans here. The showers were terrible- a glass shower panel in the primary, and the other 2 showers were so small you couldn't move. Again- very dirty spaces and all bed blankets need washed- they stink and are gross to touch. I would love to help you as a company or as an owner- some changes could make this home a much better place and experience. It needs help!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Jul 2026
Thank you for your 5-Star review - we are glad to know that you enjoyed your stay.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Oct 2025
Thank you for your 5-Star review!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

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