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Relax on Grand Traverse Bay

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A pool with lounge chairs and a view of the sea at sunset.
A compact living space with a kitchenette, a dining area, and a seating area.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a black refrigerator, a coffee maker, and a dining table with four chairs. There are two framed pictures on the wall.
A hotel room with a bed, a TV on a wooden dresser, a mirror, and a window with curtains.
A kitchen with a black refrigerator, a stove, and a wooden cabinet with drawers.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Top-rated comfy beds
    Guests liked the comfy beds here.
  • On the beach
    A rare beachfront property in the area - enjoy direct access to the sand and sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Balcony

Explore the area

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Williamsburg, MI
  • Place, Grand Traverse Resort Golf Course
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Place, Traverse City Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Front Street
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

0 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Main Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Relax on Grand Traverse Bay

Location is everything! Our top floor Condo is located in the beautiful Shores Resort on Grand Traverse East Bay. It's just a short walk to enjoy the 600' of beach frontage. Close enough to Traverse City to ride your bike down the TART Trail to downtown Traverse City and yet completely out of the traffic. Take advantage of the local award winning wineries, the VASA, the beaches, the Grand Traverse Bay, the incredible eateries, or the fantastic golf courses right down the road at The Grand Traverse Resort. We are in the middle of everything Northern Michigan has to offer.

Winery tours, Micro-brews, cherry, apple, and blue berry picking, casinos, water sports, hiking, biking, skiing, snowmobiling, shopping, foodie stops, Interlochen Center for the Arts, Sleeping Bear dunes, and festivals almost every weekend during the summer months. Some just decide to relax on their balcony or on the beach and enjoy their favorite drink.

Housekeeping Services Are Undertaken Before The Beginning Of Every Rental Period. The Following Items Are Provided: 42" Flat Screen TV, Cable Service including HBO, Wifi, Air Conditioning, Queen size Couch With Hide-a-bed, Over-sized chair, Plates, Glasses, Silverware, Garbage Bags, Microwave, Toaster, Stove Top, Refrigerator & freezer, Pots/pans, Can Opener, Cork Remover, Coffee Maker, Coffee, Coffee Filters, Hairdryer, (4) Bath Towels, (4) Hand Towels, (4) Wash Clothes, Napkins, Facial Tissue, Hand Soap, Dish Washing Liquid, Vacuum Cleaner, Cleaning Products, full snack bar with 4 bar stools, Armoire, Deck Table and 2 Chairs.
In the bedroom a 40" flat screen Smart TV cable TV including HBO, queen size bed, closet, additional pillows, alarm clock, dresser, two side tables, and a sliding glass door that leads out to the balcony.

Perfect for couples or families.
We also own a smaller Condo in the same Resort that is less in price. If this might interest you, just type in 399867 to find it.
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 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Children love the 600' of beach frontage
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
T he Condo Resort absolutely prohibits animals.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Absolutely no smoking.

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please move garbage to the garbage bin in the parking lot.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Towels provided are not to be used to remove make up. Guest is to provide own make up removal agent.
Please leave the Condo as you found it. Meaning all garbage taken out and put in the proper container. Front door shut and locked.
If above rules are not followed, guest will be charged accordingly.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 4356538
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 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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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

Acme

Located in Williamsburg, this condo is in the city centre and on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Traverse City Beach. Music House Museum and Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf are also worth visiting. Enjoy the area's slopes with skiing, and don't miss out on the sledging and ice skating.
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Williamsburg, MI

What's nearby

  • Grand Traverse Resort Golf Course - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Traverse City Beach - 4 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Traverse City State Park - 5 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Front Street - 9 min drive - 10.1 km
  • Great Wolf Lodge Water Park - 18 min drive - 18.1 km

Getting around

  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Culver's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Season's Buffet - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Relax on Grand Traverse Bay pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Relax on Grand Traverse Bay?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Relax on Grand Traverse Bay?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Relax on Grand Traverse Bay?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Relax on Grand Traverse Bay located?

Located in Williamsburg, this beachfront condo building is in the city centre and within a 5-minute walk of Grand Traverse Bay and Lake Michigan. Traverse City Beach is 2.7 mi (4.4 km) away.

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. 37 out of 47 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 47 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 47 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 47 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 47 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

7.0/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kortney W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Definitely would stay here again! 10/10!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Private feeling 3rd floor. Barry was responsive. Enjoyed our time there.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amy T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We were very pleased with the location. We would definitely like to return. Our host did a great job of communicating. We did not incur any problems.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn C.

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

Great location, comfortable stay

Condo was close to the beach and very comfortable. Owner's communications were very helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nick G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Lovely apartment, great location for access to beach and nature. Appreciate Barry's prompt reply to question too!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Laura M.

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

Great Place on the beach.

The condo was clean and in an easy location. Our only complaint is the beds were a little uncomfortable. Just a short walk to a clean private beach. Will hopefully stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Wendy K.

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

Great Location!

We had a great stay in the condo. It was very clean and had everything we needed. The beds were comfy, including the sofa bed. The location was perfect for us and it was quiet. We loved being close to the bay. Highly recommend.
Stayed 13 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Janice H.

Disliked: Check-in, listing accuracy
Unfortunately our stay wasn't what we had hoped for. When we got to the property two in our group got stung, pretty badly, by bees in the stairwell. Had to call the maintenance people to come spray. Then the key code we were originally given worked the first time, but after the bee incident we left only to return and find out it didn't work so we had to get a new one. Barry was okay with communicating with us, but we ended up cutting our stay short due to the wildfires in Canada and the air quality being so poor. (That part had nothing to do with the property and we recognize that). Overall our stay was fine at best, the walk to the beach was farther than anticipated and our view was of trees and the driveway. Probably won't be returning.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael L.

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

Williamsburg Condo Stay

Everything was as described and it was very clean and organized. I especially was happy that I could cook, wash clothes, do dishes, etc. Barry was an excellent communicator and made me feel welcome. Very enjoyable experience. I’m looking forward to next year to stay there. Oh and so close to the beach. I enjoyed my stay very much.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Robert H.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice but frying pan dirty food still on it and a few forks
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Aug 2025
I'm glad you thought your experience was very nice. I'm very sorry my housekeeping missed the frying pan. It is sometimes tough, when previous guests put dirty dishes away without telling us. We will do better though. Thank you for pointing that out. Barry
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was welcoming. Site was available as advertised. Host was accessible responsive. I t was a nice place to stay.TV was the easiest to use we've had in this location, and others in the past couple years. Streaming is not useful. Most difficult was the 3rd floor location. We can manage now. Hoepfully in a couple years. Would be good to know it is a 3rd floor location upfront. Overall, we like the location and the place. I would recommend it.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Todd R.

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

TC July 2020

Great condo and a great stay. Washer/Dryer is a bonus. A better mattress is the only thing that needs to be improved upon.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2020
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Jon B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Close to beach condo

Condo is a great location just steps away from Lake Michigan. Love the access to the beach. Went to pool since my partners parents are club members but technically not included with this condo. Decor is slightly outdated and could use some updates. Pictures were accurate so we knew in advance. We had issue with the water smell and notified owner.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Lauren K.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Definitely could use a good clean, streaks on mirrors, sand and dirt all over the washer, finger prints all over the cupboards, left over old ice. Outdoor tables were dirty.Bedding was great, main bed was very comfortable. The pullout was very nice but could be replaced as it sinks in the middle. Not enough big towels or TP but we appreciated the shampoo and conditioner. The body wash should be replaced as it was separated. As well as the soap dispensers were rusty. Overall I give this a 4 star because you can tell the effort in items for convenience were there! Like sandbox toys, dishware etc. It's a little walk to the beach but it was a great location. New cleaning service is definitely needed but if that changed, overall it was great! Great communication and very friendly!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Emily H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a perfect place for everything you need in one location. The resort, pool, bay, spa and restaurants. We had a girls trip and loved it!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a great stay , the place was clean the location was beautiful nice trails around the place to venture out to the beach . This will be my go to for future work trips . Way better than a hotel . Thank you
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Harrison & Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

You get EXACTLY what is listed

This place was exactly as listed, down to the number of towels and pillows provided and the check in time. The check in process was a little frustrating. We had asked for an early check in and were told that we would most likely be able to check in by 1pm. We did not get the text that it was ready until 3pm. I wish he would have told us that they would be unable to provide an early check in rather than trying to make it appear that they are accommodating. The space itself is very nice. It feels like a hotel. The beach access is nice and the community is more residential than touristy. There really was nothing wrong with it, they just won’t be able to accommodate any kind of change or addition.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Eric B.

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

Location

Great property, located in the perfect location for exploring all of the Traverse City area. Short walk down to the beach for sunsets.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Charles B.

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

Great place on East Bay!

Good price, out of the hustle of downtown.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shannon P.

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

Wonderful!

We had a great stay, cool places on the property to explore with the kiddos. Condo was very accommodating and well appointed for our family of 4!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cindy L.

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

Great condo!

My husband and I enjoyed celebrating our anniversary at this very nice condo with everything we needed. It's a short walk to a private beach and a short drive to downtown Traverse City.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kelly K.

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

Perfect little get away!

Cute little place, very clean, and a nice bathroom (always my pet peeve, this one is GOOD!) No cons, only some minor inconveniences: - Pool was closed, not sure if because of Covid or what -Beach area patio is for members of the hotel. Chairs in sand are first come, first serve. May want to take a chair to be safe you get one! And people nab them quick! -Bed is super uncomfortable. All in all - great place. Cute, quaint, clean, and close to everything. I definitely plan to book again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer B.

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

Very nice location!

Property very clean. Easy access to the beach for littles. Really nice to have a washer/dryer with kids! Quick responses from property manager.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Emily E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Great place!

We really enjoyed our stay. The listing says that it sleeps 6 but there is only 1 queen bed and a full size couch pullout. Luckily we only had four (one being a toddler) and we fit comfortably.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Melissa R.

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

Beautiful location, great amenities

This was a perfect getaway for our family! We loved the comfort of the condo nearby the beach, pool, and hot tub. Close to many activities!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2019

About the host

Hosted by Barry

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My Wife and I owned a studio condo in The Shores Resort. When we were not spending time in it we would rent it. We had such a positive experience, we bought another larger Condo in The Shores Resort. This one is a one bedroom. Both are top floor Condos in fantastic condition.
We live in Traverse City with our two children that are now graduated. We have lived in Northern Michigan for over 30 years. We fell in love with the absolute beauty of Northern Michigan and decided this is the place to settle and raise a family. My wife and I also own a hospitality business in Northern Michigan.

Why they chose this property

There is always a reason to visit Northern Michigan. We enjoy the Condos but also enjoy renting them to others to enjoy Northern Michigan. Our Condos are located in a perfect position of being in the middle of everything. I mean the Grand Traverse Bay is just steps from your Condo. The Grand Traverse Resort less than a mile down the road. Downtown Traverse City is just a bike ride down the TART Trail. It's just fantastic.

What makes this property unique

Some unique benefits that come with our Condos: The keyless entry. No more losing your key card or worrying whether you are coming in to late. Third floor views with no one above you making noise. Our prices are out the door, meaning no additional surprise charges that some hotels charge. Speaking of prices, we try to price our Condos on the low side, to be affordable. Full access to The Bay, The Bay, The Bay.

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