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Summer 2026. Lake Leelanau Dock,Sunsets,Central Leelanau! Relax!

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Sunset at the end of the day on the lake
Lake Side deck - large deck area overlooking water
Dining room and kitchen
deck view
Open Living Area to Kitchen

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Outdoor barbecue
  • Deck or patio

Explore the area

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Lake Leelanau, MI
  • Place, Lake Leelanau
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Torch Lake
  • Place, Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Airport, Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪38 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Summer 2026. Lake Leelanau Dock,Sunsets,Central Leelanau! Relax!

Many renters return year after year to his lakeside cottage. Directly on North Lake Leelanau with a Sunset View, sandy bottom and dock for swimming or a boat. Expansive views of the lake and fall colors. Lake Leelanau is 27 miles long and has several destinations by boat. It is also beautiful to look at.

The cottage is very clean and well-equipped. Renter has a reputation for immaculate rental properties.

LOCATION LOCATION LOCATION - This cottage is between Suttons Bay and Leland and is close to wineries, beaches, restaurants, golf and shopping. Come up north to Lake Leelanau and create memories with your family and friends.

Guests love this cottage for its cleanliness, location, and "no-fuss" up-north personality. It has been hosting families, couples, and friends for the past 15 years. This is a true Northern Michigan Cottage, which relies on well water and a septic system. The group maximum is 8 guests, and the cottage sleeps 6.

Guests need to bring their own beach towels. Kitchen towels, bath towels, and bed linens are laundered professionally, are new, and are provided. If you have further questions, please don't hesitate to ask. More detailed information is sent via email after booking.

ASK ABOUT monthly rentals in the fall! AKA remote work. September is the locals' "secret" summer.

Keywords: Cottage, North Lake Leelanau, Leland, Suttons Bay, Peninsula, private, private road, dock, boat, sandy bottom, large space, group, deck, on water, view, swimming, northern Michigan, Traverse City, boating, cherry festival
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
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

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
Only with prior permission + signed pet agreement
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
See the additional checkout information in a binder at the cottage.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
All reservations are first come first serve. Returning guests included. Weeks will not be held.
Full week reservations only in June, July and August. Saturday to Saturday.

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
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

About the area

Lake Leelanau

Located in Lake Leelanau, this cottage is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Lake Leelanau, MI

What's nearby

  • Lake Leelanau - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Historic Fishtown - 11 min drive - 14.1 km
  • Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore - 12 min drive - 16.6 km
  • Front Street - 30 min drive - 41.3 km
  • Traverse City Beach - 38 min drive - 47.9 km

Getting around

  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hop Lot Brewing Company - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Big Dex's Pizzeria - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪VI Grill - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Leelanau Pie & Pastry - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Nittolo's Seafood And Social - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Summer 2026. Lake Leelanau Dock,Sunsets,Central Leelanau! Relax! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at Summer 2026. Lake Leelanau Dock,Sunsets,Central Leelanau! Relax!?

As of 11 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Summer 2026. Lake Leelanau Dock,Sunsets,Central Leelanau! Relax! on 2 May 2026 start from £334, 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 2026. Lake Leelanau Dock,Sunsets,Central Leelanau! Relax!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Summer 2026. Lake Leelanau Dock,Sunsets,Central Leelanau! Relax!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Summer 2026. Lake Leelanau Dock,Sunsets,Central Leelanau! Relax!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Summer 2026. Lake Leelanau Dock,Sunsets,Central Leelanau! Relax! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is steps from Lake Leelanau and 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Boathouse Vineyards. Aurora Cellars and 45 North Vineyard & Winery 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.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 21 out of 25 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 25 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 25 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 25 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 25 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sharon R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely the most beautiful place to stay! The property was so clean, beautiful setting, clear water. Everything was perfect! Would definitely recommend this place!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vince P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay. The cabin is roomy , clean and comfortable. Beautiful views especially in the fall. Lots to do in the area with wineries, cideries, breweries and restaurants along with shopping , hiking and water sports. Our hosts were easy to communicate with and friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Archival

10/10 Excellent

L X.

Great location, Private, Clean

This is a cottage is in a great location central to the county. It is clean and comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Sept 2023
Thanks for staying! We are so glad you enjoyed your stay.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cathy K.

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

Lake Leelanau getaway

The cabin is in an ideal place for rest, relaxation, hiking, biking, kayaking, and exploring fun towns and restaurants. It has everything you need when you add a few towels. We loved it and look forward to returning.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Sept 2023
Thanks for the great review! You are a great guest and I hope you'll make your way back! Book directly with me next time to save some $$. :) Enjoy your fall!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Crystal R.

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

July 4th Getaway

This was the perfect cozy cottage for our family’s summer vacation on the lake. Very spacious. 3 season room was perfect for our kids to have their own wing of the house. Michelle was excellent with communication. We look forward to staying here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

LINDA AND SCOTT M.

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

Good vibes

Home was supper clean and roomy. Bed was comfortable. Nice plus. The weather was great, the lake felt great and fishing was fun. You can’t get any better than that. Thank you!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandra C.

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

Great location with fantastic sunsets

Convenient location for exploring all the surrounding towns. The house was very comfortable and well equipped. We did miss not having AC when the temps climbed above 90 - those beautiful windows facing west bring in lots of late day sun! But thankfully there were several fans throughout the house.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Sept 2023
Hi Sandra! I just sent you a message to ask you about the heat that weekend! I was the hottest weekend of the summer - at least there was some wind too! I am so glad that you enjoyed it and I hope you'll think of your weekend fondly - hopefully cooled off in the lake. It can be a memory you retrieve if you are in a cold location in the winter? :) Come back anytime! Have a great fall!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joyal P.

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

A few days in paradise!

We had a wonderful experience and will definitely be back. We loved the simplicity and solitude of the cottage and surrounding area. We would love to come back with some of our little nieces and nephews so they could play in the lake. My mom loved being able to bring her dog too. Eventhough the weather was unseasonably cold, playing cards at the table with that view was still relaxing. The cottage was perfect for us.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Sept 2023
Thank you for the review! We hope you come back to visit!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rick M.

Classic “Old School” Leelanau cottage with ALL the amenities!

We loved our stay at this classic North Lake Leelanau home! It has everything you want/need for your stay Up North! The accommodations were very clean upon arrival and while decor hasn’t been updated in awhile, there is no need as we spent the majority of the time on the deck, dock and by the fire pit at night! The fact that there is excellent internet and satellite TV made the few rainy evenings very “modern!” The home is in a great location. Close to many wineries, bars, restaurants and breweries. This is our favorite vacation area for the past 40 years and this is a home I would definitely rent again in the future.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Sept 2023
Thanks for the review! We are so glad that you chose this spot for your vacation! Come back and see us in the fall! Autumn colors are a knockout - the water is still warm enough to swim - the crowds are gone .... it's our secret summer!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marcia D.

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

Lovely Spot

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this comfortable, well-maintained cottage. Though it’s close to tourist sites and amenities such as Sleeping Bear Dunes, Leland, and Sutton’s Bay, it’s hidden down a quiet road away from traffic. Front yard slopes gently to the lake; there’s a fire pit for cool evenings and a large deck for enjoying sunsets. Inside, the cottage has comfortable furniture, a well-equipped kitchen, and lots of space. Water is safe for drinking and tastes fine, but smells bad. Hardly a deal-breaker, though, for a spot this lovely.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

don p.

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

Comfortable spot on Lake Leelanua

This was a nice comfortable well equipped and maintained home. I would definitely return.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Sept 2023
Thank you so much for this review! Sunset Shores is a perfect summer cottage in a great location and we welcome you back any time!
Verified

8/10 Good

James C.

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

Good

Enjoyed the place.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Sept 2023
Glad you enjoyed it! Come back in 2023!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great Vacation

The house is in a great location to see all the sights of the Leelanau Peninsula. It was very clean. It was really nice to be able to bring our dog with us. We enjoyed sitting out on the deck and relaxing, as well as exploring the sights.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Sept 2023
Come back anytime!
Verified

8/10 Good

julie o.

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

Stunning lakefront backyard, but lacking some basics

It’s very hard to find lakefront rentals in Leelanau, so to find one on Lake Leelanau was a dream! The deck, fire pit, dock and lakefront property made for a fantastic stay. However the house itself could use some more basic amenities expected when renting properties. The house was clean which was great. And the kitchen was well equipped, however I didn’t read the PDF of rules closely enough to realize that you need to bring your own bath towels and that many other items are missing: like toilet paper (only one roll is provided). The well water smelled like eggs, too, so it would have been nice to know in advance to bring bottled water. I should have read more closely, but also these things should be made more obvious on VRBO. Thankfully we had beach towels to use and there was a grocery store nearby! The location of the house is wonderful: 10 min from suttons bay and 10 min from Leland, which is fabulous. With a little more amenities (and some bed and bath updates) this house would be amazing!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Sept 2023
Detailed instructions and information is given out to guests in advance of their stay which tells the guest that bath towels are not provided. There are also detailed pictures online which show that this property is not modern, but is a cottage. A VERY CLEAN one. Bed linens, kitchen towels, and a hand towel in each bathroom is provided. We provide 2 rolls of TP in each bathroom, and a roll of paper towel, but had a problem with guests taking all of the TP and PT upon departure. We used to provide towels, but guests took them to the beach and stained them with blood. It was gross and we are a small company that strives to keep prices competitive and properties ULTRA clean. We aren't a huge rental agency. The water does smell like well water from a filled in swamp by the lake, which is common on Lake Leelanau since that is what most cottages are.... but we flush the well regularly and it is safe to drink and shower in. We would be happy to provide a $5 case of water if requested.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patrick M.

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

Up North

Owners were great! Cottage is clean and very nice.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Sept 2023
Thank you for your response! Come back anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barbara B.

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

Enjoyable home on Lake Leelanau

This home was exceptionally clean and comfortable with nice access to the lake. The inside is a bit dated but the neatness and functionality made it a place we would definitely return to. Appliances, laundry, WiFi in great working order and the location was ideal.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Sept 2023
Thanks Barbara! Yes - we agree that the cottage is dated. LOL We love it's functionality, no fuss personality and its cottage charm. We hope you come back to visit soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott R.

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

Beautiful location on sunset shores of Lake Leelanau - plenty of room & very clean

Great place to enjoy the lake with family
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Sept 2023
Thanks for the review! Come back to visit!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Harvey B.

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

Sunset Shores

Nice place. Beautiful view over Lake Leelanau. Very quiet.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Sept 2023
Thanks for the review! Come back soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carol Q.

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

Fall Getaway

Gracious host. Michelle was very accommodating The house was absolutely beautiful. The big window overlooking Lake Leelanau gave us a beautiful site both in the morning and at sunset. I would definitely recommend this home.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Sept 2023
Thanks Carol! Time to come back soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Lovely sunsets, great location

We loved our stay at this property and look forward to returning! House is very roomy, and comfortable. It was super clean - something we are picky about. Location is perfect - central to so many Traverse City and Sleeping Bear Dunes attractions. We highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Sept 2023
Thank you for noticing the level of cleanliness! We are really picky about that too! Come back anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debi A.

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

Gorgeous view/Great location

Super happy with our stay. Loved the home and the location also. Neighbors were super nice as well.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Sept 2023
Thanks Debi! Glad you enjoyed your stay!
Verified

2/10 Terrible

James M.

smelly water

The house was ok,plenty of room, Only problem was the smelly water,we had to buy water,and take showers at my brothers house.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Sept 2023
Thanks for the feedback. I did see your note and left you a voice mail message. We did have the well company come out and they fixed the issue. It was a simple process of chlorinating the well and then flushing it out. The water does not smell any more (and has always been safe.) We hope you enjoy the rest of your summer! Michelle
Verified

6/10 Okay

Patricio B.

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

Leelanua Leelaunot

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tammy V.

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

About the host

Hosted by Michelle

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Why they chose this property

This property is a "no fuss" cottage in the perfect location on Lake Leelanau. Close to all of the neighboring towns - central location. This cottage is dated but very charming and clean. This cottage has well water and a septic system which is sensitive to large amounts of waste water so maximum number of guests is 8.

What makes this property unique

Private road perfect for peace and quiet - paved driveway. Nice swimming area and ladder on dock.

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