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Loons Landing - Relax on the lake, your perfect Traverse City retreat.

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Lots of space by the water with dock and firepit.
View of home from the lake.
Private kitchen
Large kitchen and dining area.
Large kitchen and dining area.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Deck or patio

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Lower level bathroom

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Main floor bathroom

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bidet · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Loons Landing - Relax on the lake, your perfect Traverse City retreat.

LOONS LANDING is a property located on beautiful Bass Lake in Traverse City, Michigan. It is fully furnished home filled with lots of room, including 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms, a fully stocked kitchen and dining area, 2 separate living areas and a kids recreation area.

The home is split between three levels; the main level is home to the master bedroom, a full bathroom, kitchen and dining area, living room and the entrance to the very private deck that overlooks the lake. From the main level you can travel either upstairs or downstairs. Traveling upstairs you will find two spacious bedrooms with queen size beds. Traveling downstairs you will find another large room for relaxing or playing games. There is also another full-size bathroom in the lower level. The lower level also overlooks the lake and has a walk out patio door to the back yard and Bass Lake.

The home has a mixture of cottage feel with gorgeous pine accents coupled with trendy updates. The yard is grass covered, and the property has lots of beautiful landscaping. There is a bonfire pit near the lake. There is ample outdoor seating, and there is a canoe, and six kayaks (4 adult and 2 kid size) are provided for your use. Safety vests are also included for the canoe and kayaks.

While here, you will enjoy a quiet neighborhood and amazing sunrises over the lake. There are many animals in the area and on the lake to see. Some include turtles, eagles, loons and of course lots of fish!

The home is located 8 miles to the center of Traverse City. It is a perfect location to stay at and take day trips to famous places in Northern Michigan. The National Sand Dunes, Interlochen Center for the Arts, Mackinac Island, Frankfort, Northport, Suttons Bay, Leland and more!

The home sits on a small lot in a wonderful neighborhood. Due to the proximity of the neighbors, this home is NOT recommended for loud or large groups. It is perfect for small groups who wish to enjoy the scenery of the lake and the amenities of the home.

Loons Landing is located on the west side of Traverse City. Minutes from downtown Traverse City and a short drive to Interlochen Center for the Arts, Frankfort, Suttons Bay and all the wonderful attractions in our beautiful area.

No smoking inside the rental and no pets allowed.

There is a 3-car parking maximum. Additional off site parking is available if the need arises.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 18

Check out before 9:00 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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:

Strip any used beds and gather used towels

Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish

Turn off the lights and lock the doors

Please clean all dishes and place them back in the cupboards. (Empty the dishwasher.)

In the event you've moved any furniture, please return any furniture back to its original location. This is for indoor and outdoor furniture.

Make sure all watercraft and outdoor equipment is returned to its proper home (kayak rack, life vests hung up, etc...)

Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

3 vehicles are allowed on the property. Additional offsite parking is available if the need arises.

Violations of house rules (noise, # of guests, cleanliness, etc.) are subject to immediate removal w/out refund. Fees will apply when necessary.

A rental agreement must be completed prior to gaining directions or the entry code to the home.

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number STR-005542
Property # 3424131vb
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
Long-term renters welcome
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

About the area

Traverse City

Located in Traverse City, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Shoppers can check out Front Street, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Lake Michigan and Traverse City Beach. Great Wolf Lodge Water Park and Jacob's Corn Maze are also worth visiting. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the sledging and ice skating.
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Traverse City, MI

What's nearby

  • Bass Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Great Wolf Lodge Water Park - 13 min drive - 12.2 km
  • Turtle Creek Stadium - 14 min drive - 15.5 km
  • Front Street - 16 min drive - 16.5 km
  • Traverse City Beach - 22 min drive - 22.7 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Loons Landing - Relax on the lake, your perfect Traverse City retreat. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Loons Landing - Relax on the lake, your perfect Traverse City retreat.?

As of 26 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Loons Landing - Relax on the lake, your perfect Traverse City retreat. on 7 Jun 2026 start from £261, 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 Loons Landing - Relax on the lake, your perfect Traverse City retreat.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Loons Landing - Relax on the lake, your perfect Traverse City retreat.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Loons Landing - Relax on the lake, your perfect Traverse City retreat.?

Checkout is at 9:00 AM.

Where is Loons Landing - Relax on the lake, your perfect Traverse City retreat. located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is steps from Bass Lake and within 6 mi (10 km) of The Crown Golf Club and Grand Traverse Mall. Lake Michigan and Hippie Tree are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is an amazing view, great location, wonder property manager. Couldn't ask for a better vacation experience.
Sunrise from the end if the dock.
Taken while standing on the deck that overlooks the lake.
Another deck photo.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark Y.

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

Nice quiet lake with great views

Enjoyed the stay here. Good quiet location and enjoyed the bonfire pit
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert R.

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

Great Stay

The house is amazing. My family had a great weekend and the house has an amazing view!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Bass Lake

Nice and great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dennis F.

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

Great location & home

Loved the property and view. Jennifer was a fantastic host.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jodie t.

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

wonderful experience

Love this place! Great location, clean, and nice set up. Jennifer is a delightful host. Hope to stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Jennifer was a great host! We really loved the location right on Bass Lake that allowed us to kayak and fish all week long! The house itself was very clean and comfortable, and we loved the great views of the lake. To top it off, we were there on July 4th and enjoyed a front row seat to the Bass Lake fireworks! Overall, had an excellent time and would definitely recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Jul 2025
It was a pleasure to host you and your family Jason! I'm really glad you enjoyed the fireworks! Thank you for being great guests! I hope to have you back in the future.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary Jane P.

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

Very relaxing!

Bass Lake is in a great location and good for canoeing and kayaking. This property is very comfortable and the view of the lake is beautiful! Property owner is friendly and helpful. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John B.

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

Great property for a family getaway!

Jennifer was a fantastic host! The property was as described and a great place to get away. Fun games fishing fire pit and a great location as well. Very close to Traverse City. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

alyssa M.

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

Lovely home

Home is very clean, spacious, and comfortable! Bass lake is beautiful! Excellent for kayaking, canoeing, and fishing. Close to Traverse city and LeeLanau, plenty of activities near by. Had a wonderful time and would definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Judith L.

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

Loons Landing

It was awesome. So nice to sit by the fire right by the water. House is very clean i would stay here again
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeremiah W.

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

Peaceful Retreat

Our family loved the peaceful getaway. The description and pictures were very accurate. The space was clean and the beds were comfortable. Jennifer was a great property manager and went above and beyond to make sure we had a great stay! We would love to stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristin G.

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

Getaway Weekend

The property was very clean and in a peaceful setting, with beautiful lake views. Recommend for anyone looking to get outside of the busierTrVerse City area
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

kristen k.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loons Landing was the relaxing weekend getaway that my friends and I needed! The cabin was exactly as pictured, and very clean upon entry. The location was perfect, nestled between Interlochen and Traverse City for shopping and dining experiences, but well off the beaten path that you felt the peace and calm of the quiet lake life while relaxing in and around the lake. I had to contact the host at 9:30pm one night (trouble finding matches / lighter to start an outdoor bonfire), and she responded very quickly. Overall, we had a wonderful stay and would readily book again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Oct 2025
I was a pleasure to host you and your friends! Sorry about the missing lighter, I was happy to respond to you and am glad you enjoyed the bonfire and your stay! I look forward to hosting you again sometime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Beth W.

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

Making Memories with Family

Overall, our stay at Bass Lake VRBO was peaceful and rejuvenating, offering the perfect blend of outdoor adventure and cozy relaxation, all in the heart of one of Michigan's most picturesque Traverse City areas. Whether we were kayaking, enjoying the fire put for making s'mores, or simply savoring the quiet, the experience left us feeling refreshed as we banked more family memories together!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eric F.

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

Relaxing getaway on quiet lake

Lake house was perfect for our stay. Very quiet lake in a friendly neighborhood. House had everything we needed including canoe and kayaks. Jennifer communicated well and was available for questions and recommendations. Highly recommend this property if you want a quiet, relaxing stay on a lake
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris P.

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

So relaxing!

We needed some rest after a graduation and a busy few months. Upon arrival, our host had arranged a welcome basket with all the fixings for s'mores. That was so nice! We had a great time. Fished off the dock and caught some Perch. It’s a nice, peaceful location. The house has a well stocked kitchen with everything you need to stay put. Thank you so much for the pleasant stay!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 27 May 2025
It was a pleasure to meet you! Thank you for being a valued guest!
Verified

8/10 Good

Duane K.

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

4 great friends and a great house

We booked this house after staying in another on Bass Lake this past summer where we had a great time. So we talked with our friends about doing another house for the color tour in the fall which turned out to be an excellent time/choice. The house was a great choice at the right time. Our friends and us were well pleased with the colors and closeness of the town and a great place to eat. (Boone's)
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christine B.

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

pictures don’t do it justice!

this cottage was amazing! it was clean, in great condition, and was exactly as listed if not better. the pictures did not do this adorable, cozy cottage justice. check in was seamless and the property was perfect. i would definitely come back here! Jennifer was a fantastic host. my only minor issue is that I wish check out time was more normal like 10:00 or 11:00 AM, not 9:00am.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott S.

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

Quick trip up north

We rented this property for a short 3-night stay near Traverse City. Loved all the amenities, including the canoe, kayaks, firepit, and games (just wish we had more time to enjoy them). The house had everything we needed, and was just a short drive to TC. My only complaint would be that the hot water in the basement shower runs out pretty quickly, which can be a challenge with 6 people sharing two showers. But overall the house was great, and Jennifer was an excellent host.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Jul 2024
Thank you for the nice review Scott. It was a pleasure to have you as guests. Your review is the first time anyone has mentioned the shower running out of hot water. I apologize for that and will have it looked at. Thanks for being our guest! We’d love to have you back sometime.

About the host

Hosted by Jennifer

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I am a 'native' of Traverse City and this neighborhood. I have my own rental that I have been running for 27 years. I have added managing vacation rentals (on Bass Lake) in addition to my own vacation rental.
I grew up on this lake/neighborhood and enjoy everything about it. Meeting new people over the years (becoming friends with many of them) has been very rewarding.

Why they chose this property

The neighborhood is quiet and filled with many great people. My family has been in this area for a few generations. I feel blessed to be here!

What makes this property unique

The property is on a narrow lot with a fantastic view of the lake. The sunrises are amazing. The house is very spacious and provides ample room for people to spread out if desired. All three floors look over the lake. There is a spacious kitchen and dining area to eat and prepare food in. There are two large living areas, both with gas fireplaces and tv's. The main level living room overlooks the lake and has access to the deck on the lakeside. There is a gas grill and seating on the deck. It is a perfect place to watch the sunrise. The lower level living offers plenty of space to spread out and play games and/or watch tv. There is a foosball table, dart board and an assortment of games provided for your use. It also has a door that walks out under the deck above and has seating there to enjoy the outdoors in the shade. Or, continue walking out into the yard and to the lake and enjoy a paddle around the lake in the canoe or kayaks (provided), sit on the dock or sit by the bonfire on the beach.

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