Waterfront home in Lake Ann w/outdoor pool. Row boat, kayak, canoe. Dog ok,

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A swimming pool with a surrounding deck, a view of a lake, and a fenced area with lounge chairs and umbrellas.
A two-story house with a stone retaining wall and a black metal fence.
An outdoor patio with a table and chairs, a pool, and a view of a lake.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a central island, a microwave, a refrigerator, and a ceiling fan.
A living room with a blue sofa, a red plaid ottoman, a television, a fireplace, and a stone wall.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Highlights

  • Enjoy the heated pool
    A rare find in this area - swim in comfort or have a relaxing dip.

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Swimming pool
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Lake Ann, MI
  • Place, Sanford Lake
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Front Street
    ‪26 min drive‬
  • Place, Traverse City Beach
    ‪33 min drive‬
  • Airport, Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed and 1 Child Bed

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed and 1 Double Bed

Other Space 1

1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 4

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden

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About the area

Lake Ann

Located in Lake Ann, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Kresge Auditorium and Village at Grand Traverse Commons are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. Burnett Park and Interlochen Center for the Arts are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and windsurfing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hunting and hiking nearby.
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Lake Ann, MI

What's nearby

  • Sanford Lake - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Great Wolf Lodge Water Park - 24 min drive - 33.8 km
  • Village at Grand Traverse Commons - 24 min drive - 30.0 km
  • Front Street - 26 min drive - 37.9 km
  • Traverse City Beach - 33 min drive - 46.1 km

Getting around

  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Oaky’s Tavern - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Hofbrau - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Lake Ann Brewing Company - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Bradley’s Pub & Grille - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Waterfront home in Lake Ann w/outdoor pool. Row boat, kayak, canoe. Dog ok, have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Waterfront home in Lake Ann w/outdoor pool. Row boat, kayak, canoe. Dog ok, pet-friendly?

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

How much is parking at Waterfront home in Lake Ann w/outdoor pool. Row boat, kayak, canoe. Dog ok,?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Waterfront home in Lake Ann w/outdoor pool. Row boat, kayak, canoe. Dog ok,?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Waterfront home in Lake Ann w/outdoor pool. Row boat, kayak, canoe. Dog ok,?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Waterfront home in Lake Ann w/outdoor pool. Row boat, kayak, canoe. Dog ok, located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 2 miles (3 km) of Sanford Lake, Shavenaugh Lake and Sanford Lake Park. Marys Lake and Tarnwood Lake are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 25 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 25 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 25 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 25 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 25 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

8.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

8.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
PROs: the kitchen was newer and clean. The outside area is the best part of this property and the kids loved the lake and pool. CONs: There were a lot of personal decorations from their travels, including things within reach of toddlers that had nails in them. My grandson was terrified to go in most of the rooms. While the house was surface clean, there were lots of cobwebs, the bathrooms were very outdated and one of the toilets had a wood shim sticking out. The mattresses and couches need updating to be suitable to rent out to people. I would definitely bring all pots, pans and utensils needed for cooking. The plumbing also has draining issues in the showers.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Sept 2026
Thank you for staying with us. Indeed, the home is unique and special to the owners and many guests over the years. We appreciate the specifics of your review and will follow up.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place

Great spot for a quick getaway! Went with a group of friends to Traverse City and we had a great time the house was about 20 mins from downtown. Loved the pool and sauna! Thank you for this great stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Super fun house

Really lovely stay. The pool was perfect and the house was such fun with lots of things for the kids. Lake Ann shops were super close and convenient. Boats all worked well and we got to see the loons. Some of the rooms were a little hot at the height of a heat wave but AC did a good enough job during typical weather.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Aug 2025
We are happy to know that you had a lovely stay. Thank you for sharing your experience.
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
Most of the pictures on the VRBO site for this property are from when the property was sold in 2014 (look it up on Zillow). The property is generally overgrown and not well cared for. The side of the pool deck nearest the lake is falling. The pool was dirty when we arrived. The PM people did dispatch the pool people next day to address the water condition. We were able to use the pool after that. The patio around the back of the house is overgrown and was dirty. We cleaned it up as best we could to use it. The charcoal grill was a mess and we had to clean that as well. While the property is quiet and picturesque, The lake is pretty much inaccessible. The pier is unsteady and the area around it is mucky and overgrown. The kayaks and rowboats are old and not really usable. They've used wooden pallets to try and create a walkway to the pier which is not safe for walking - especially for kids. The interior of the house was generally clean and if you can ignore the very eclectic decorating it could be a very nice lake home. Beds/bathrooms/linens, etc were all generally clean.Proximity to Glenn Arbor/Sleeping Bear Dunes, Lake Ann and Long Lake was nice. Good restaurants there. Shopping was done in Traverse City which is about 30 minutes away. Overall we loved the area but would not return to this property nor recommend it in its current condition.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Aug 2026
Thank you for your review. As you said, we did contact the pool company as soon as we were notified. We apologize that it wasn't ready when you arrived. We have made note of your other observations and will follow up.
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Great vacation

Overall it was a great vacation. Loved the pool and the use of the kayak, canoe and row boat. Minor complaints include the stones around the pool and the lack of responsiveness from the management company. Also, the upstairs bedroom gets pretty hot. May need an extra fan. The one provided wasn't enough.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Jul 2023
We are very dismayed to hear that our office was not responsive. Our office is available to our guest during business hours and our after hours emergency number is givien to all guests.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

New Years Eve 2020 in the rear view mirror.

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was 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: I have a family of 11 including several plus ones. Lily Pad Cove was perfect for us as it had plenty of room and beds. We also brought the family dog and again plenty of room. Me and my wife also loved the way it was decorated with artwork from Africa and other oddities you don't normally see in a property.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Jul 2023
We are so pleased to hear that you appreciated this home and unique decor. Thank you for sharing your experience!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Lily pad cove lodge

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: Everything was as described when we arrived. The property was clean and well maintained. The pool guy was there to clean it for us, the pool was a warm 80 degrees for the grandchildren. The boats and lake were beautiful. Traverse City and Sleeping Bear Dunes were nearby as well as a wonderful grocery in Interlochen. A wonderful well equipped kitchen and earring areas both indoors and out.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2016
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Jul 2023
We are so happy that you enjoyed your stay and hope you will be back to see us soon!
From a partner site

8/10 Good

family time in beautiful MI

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: overall we had a great time at the property... a few hiccups in the beginning but UpNorth was responsive and helped resolve issues asap... good weather so no heat issues with our fans running upstairs and lots of spacefor our family group of 9... perhaps another kayak or 2since the house does accommodate large groups and more than 3 chairs at the pool..? outside dining/coffee on the patio was sooo nice, looking at the lake and we even saw a small bear exploring the lake!! all rentals have pluses and minuses but overall we had a memorable time at Lily Pad Cove.
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Jul 2023
Thank you for reviewing this property. So nice that you got to see the wildlife and enjoy the pool!
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Lily Pad Cove Labor Day 2021

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 satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Overall good experience. Very interesting decor, lots of books! Some beds were a little lumpy, others shared a room. I would say comfortable sleeps 7. Not toddler friendly! Gardens need a bit of TLC. Nice to be able to take my dog...1 person kayak, row boat and canoe were nice to have on hand. Cauught a few small fish. No sharp prep knives so definitely bring your own. Good location for adventuring. Would recommend with reservations..
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Jul 2023
We are glad to know that you had a good experience at this home. It does reflet the owners extensive travels ! Thank you for sharing your expereince.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was wonderful and turned out to be ALOT bigger than we imagined, which worked out perfect for us! The kids loved the pool ( minus the dead chipmunk in it). We visited family we hadnt seen in 30 plus years and being on the lake we took alot of beautiful pictures. I would highly refer this home to others. We will definately be coming back and Thank You so much for sharing your home with us! Charlene from Indiana
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Jul 2026
Thank you for your 5-Star review of the home! We are pleased to know that it was a hit for the whole family!
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Cleanliness

Just OK - NO A/C

This property has NO A/C. The listing is deceiving. There is a single wall unit that isn’t really working. The house was hot all week to the point of several people not being able to sleep. Also, the space was only surface cleaned. Lots of dust and dead bugs. The pool was nice and cleaned as scheduled. The lake view is pretty but the lake itself is not good for swimming. 20 minutes to TC and the peninsulas. There’s a cute coffee shop and brewery in town. Despite the quiet charms of the location I cannot get over the deceitful listing. We would not stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family vacation 2022

The house with the pool was excellent. The benefits of pool or lake was appreciated by all. The no wake lake was great for kayaking and canoeing. Plenty of space for all 8 of us to enjoy each other and have some private space. Very quiet surrounding allowing for peaceful days. Close to Traverse City, Interlochen, hiking trails golf and sand dunes.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful Home/Space

Beautiful home and space. The pool was great for the kids! Location was great to visit many surrounding areas!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Jul 2023
So glad you enjoyed your stay!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peaceful Getaway

The house was big (but cozy!) with fascinating decor. The pool was a hit with the kids and adults! Huge outdoor table for dining outside. The lake was perfect for kayaking and canoeing, and we spent many hours on the water enjoying it. Far enough away from things to feel secluded, but just a short drive to Traverse City and the dunes. We saw loons, ducks, birds of all types, and the property has wonderful natural plants to attract butterflies. We loved every minute of it!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Family vacation

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. 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: The beaches and dunes were easy driving distance. We ate outside every day using the large table on the back patio and have several really good photos of birds at the feeder...loved the old general store in Lake Ann where we purchased bird seed to replenish the cache. We enjoyed the heated pool...the pool maintenance men came on Saturday on our arrival and again mid week.We took the kayak and canoe out on the lake ... however there is no area to even step off the dock b/c of the mucky bottom.All the décor from the owner's time spent in Africa and other countries was unique and interesting (I am glad I am not the person doing the dusting!). We tried to keep little hands off although did not see any signs saying "do not touch".We would rent again if the owners have not reclaimed their retirement home.
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Jul 2023
Thank you for taking time to share your experience at Lily Pad Cove! We are plesed to hear that your family enjoyed the pool and that it was well maintained.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Found my calm place

I thought we might tour the area, but the pool was so wonderful that we spent most of the time splashing around and doing laps. The interior is a delight with lots of books. This gem hidden in the woods, on a quite lake was just wanted I needed to destress.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2020
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Beautiful place but...

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was somewhat dirty. I was very happy with the location. I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Great setting. Very convenient to all the places we wanted to see. Love the pool. Enjoyed kayaking on the lake. But there were problems with mice (saw them running across the kitchen counter), poor cleaning (cobwebs on light fixtures, lots of dust and debris under the beds. Stone around pool very harsh on feet.
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Jul 2023
We are pleased to hear that you enjoyed this location and the pool. We do apologize for the mice issue, it can be a real problem with homes in Northern Michigan at certain times of the year. We do apologize for the cleaning issues, we have spoken to the housekeeper and will take care of these issues.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

July 2020 Lily Pad Cove

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Great location and finding a vacation rental in northern Michigan with an inground pool is a rare find. Lake was wonderful and kayak, canoe and row boat provided with the rental was as advertised. Lake is quiet and caught a lot of fish. A couple of suggestions would be to clean pool between guests. I wasn't a big deal though and the property mgt company and owner were very responsive. I also suggest upgrading plates, bowls, cups and glasses. All are very old, well used and mismatched. All in all a great rental and positive experience with the property mgt company.
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Jul 2023
Thank you for taking time to review this home. We are so pleased you enjoyed the swimming pool and caught a lot of fish on the lake! We appreciate your suggestions and will make the owner aware.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great stay

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Full of activities. Never a dull moment. Great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

A great property to relax and enjoy the outdoors

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. 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: The house was exactly what we needed for our vacation. With two families staying here, we had plenty of room for the kids and adults. The pool and private lake were perfect. We were able to canoe, kayak, fish and swim without leaving the property. And the drive to Traverse City was pretty easy. My only complaint is the material used on the pool decking and steps leading downstairs is a bit rough on the feet. While the decor in the house isn’t my taste, it was a lovely home and very clean.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Jul 2023
How wondrful that your family could take advantage of so many activites right at Lily Pad! We appreciate you sharing your experience.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Fantastic Vacation Spot

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: Very relaxing atmosphere with plenty for everyone to do: canoeing, kayaking, fishing, swimming, hiking & bird watching. Enjoyed visits to Sleeping Bear Dunes; climbing the dunes and taking in the beautiful scenic drive as well as trips to Traverse City and Mackinac Island, Accommodations very comfortable and clean. Plenty of space for 10 of us
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Jul 2023
So glad you were able to enjoy amenities across all of Northern Michigan ! Come back soon - more to see.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Wonderful Experience

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. 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: Enjoyable
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Jul 2023
So glad you enjoyed this home!
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Great location

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The location was great. The house was in much needed updates, like the furniture, mattresses, shower heads, kitchen drain & dishwasher. Sitting out by the pool and walking around was very difficult because of the little pea rocks. The lake was fun as were the canoe and kayak. The fishing was great and we caught a ton of fish. Overall our experience was a good one.
Archival

8/10 Good

Lily Pad Cove Lodge

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. 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: Overall it was a great stay, the one thing we were disappointed with was the pool water temperature. Advertised as a "heated pool" the water was very cold and we were unable to adjust the temperature.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2016
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Paradise

We came to lily pad cove for the cherry festival. Most of the family went to town but my husband and I never left during our trip. Why fight the traffic and crowd, we felt like royalty. The African decor was right up my alley. My husband is from Poland and my daughters boyfriend is Polish as well, the Polish accents were appreciated. The owners story is worth reading because they are missionaries in Africa. Loved the whole vibe and the land, pool and lake.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2016
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