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Sunset from Peaceful Valley Beach House
Front of Peaceful Valley Beach House
120' Private Beach on East Grand Traverse Bay
From Beach to Deck and Steps up to House
Deck and Steps to Beach

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 41784 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Williamsburg, MI
  • Place, LochenHeath Golf Club
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Music House Museum
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Front Street
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Airport, Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

120' PRIVATE WHITE SAND BEACH, ON EAST GRAND TRAVERSE BAY, SPECTACULAR SUNSETS

Peaceful Valley Beach House is a private retreat set back from the road on a 1+ acre lot in Peaceful Valley Ranch, on Lake Michigan's East Grand Traverse Bay. Here you'll find beauty and serenity, and feel a million miles away, even though supermarkets, restaurants, golf courses, spas, retail shops, and casinos are within a 5 minute drive. Centrally located, PVB House is a 15 minute drive from downtown Traverse City, Cherry Capital Airport , Old Mission Peninsula, Wineries, and Elk Rapids. There are miles of beaches to walk, Petoskey stones to find, and the Big Lake to swim or boat in. Or spend the days sitting back in your beach chair with a good book, and relax on the PRIVATE 120' WHITE SAND BEACH while awaiting a SPECTACULAR SUNSET OVER OLD MISSION PENINSULA, and roasting s'mores over a fire pit on the beach. Here you'll find swimming, sunbathing, kayaking, fishing, and sightseeing, and the sunsets at the end of the day and their "afterglow" sublime!

~ 120' of Private White Sand Beach
~ On East Grand Traverse Bay, Sunset Views
~ 15' Bluff with Observation Deck and steps down to the Beach
~ 3 Bedrooms (1 King, 1 Queen, 1 w/2 Twin Beds), 2 Bathrooms - Sleeps 6
~ Fully - equipped modern Kitchen
~ Living Room w/ Fireplace, 42" HDTV, Apple TV, Blu - ray DVD Player
~ Large Formal Dining Room with picture windows
~ Office / Bonus room
~ Washer / Dryer
~ Digital Cable, High - speed internet WiFi

Peaceful Valley Beach House is the original Ranch House for Peaceful Valley Ranch, once a mid-century summer vacation retreat or dude ranch and camp. While fully updated, PVB House maintains its original charm, and you'll find all here at your home - away, without over packing. Bed linens, comforters, kitchen, bath and beach towels are all provided, and a washer and dryer make it unnecessary to pack more clothes than you'll need. The fully-furnished kitchen with breakfast nook is equipped with Cook-top stove, Microwave, Toaster, and Coffeemaker, along with an assortment of pot, pans, cooking and serving utensils,dishes, glassware and plasticware.

Broad picture windows span the Master Bedroom, Dining Room, and Living Room of PVB House, framing spectacular sunsets over Old Mission Peninsula and Lake Michigan's East Grand Traverse Bay, so you can watch them and star gaze at night from inside or outside the house. There's Outdoor Furniture, Picnic Table, an outdoor Weber Gas Grill, 2 Kayaks, Stand-Up Paddle Board, and a nearby marina.



Near Peaceful Valley Beach House, you'll find there's lots to do - you can spend a day or two at the National Cherry Festival, Winery tours (and tastings!), the Traverse City Film Festival, Sleeping Bear Dunes, Horse Shows by the Bay, concerts in the Park, Arts & Crafts Fairs, Interlochen Center for the Arts, and the Traverse City Opera House. Charter a fishing boat, take a Catamaran sunset cruise or a Hot Air Balloon ride, Para-sail, rent a jet ski or canoe, visit local farm markets, hike the trails, pick cherries. Then wine and dine at one of the many world - class gourmet restaurants that abound in the area. Golf anyone? Well-respected and challenging links are just minutes away.

Come to the Peaceful Valley Beach House and start making memories today!

**** Current unavailable dates are tentative - please send an inquiry ****
**** 6% MI Use Tax applies ****
**** Pets considered, additional fees and deposit apply (contact Owner) ****
**** Acme Township regulations apply ****
**** $1,000 Damage Deposit ****



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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 9 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
Addt'l Fee. Larger dogs considered. Contact Owner.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
6% Michigan Use Tax applies. Acme Township regulations apply.
An additional 3.1% processing fee applies to any payments made by credit card.
$1000.00 Damage Deposit

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 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 and a first aid kit

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A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Acme

Located in Williamsburg, this holiday home is on the beach. Shoppers can check out Front Street, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Lake Michigan and Torch Lake. Travelling with kids? Consider Music House Museum, or check out an event or a game at Turtle Creek Stadium. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Williamsburg, MI

What's nearby

  • LochenHeath Golf Club - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Music House Museum - 4 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Traverse City Beach - 11 min drive - 8.3 km
  • Front Street - 18 min drive - 13.3 km
  • Torch Lake - 28 min drive - 30.6 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Culver's - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Biggby Coffee - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Season's Buffet - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 120' PRIVATE WHITE SAND BEACH, ON EAST GRAND TRAVERSE BAY, SPECTACULAR SUNSETS pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at 120' PRIVATE WHITE SAND BEACH, ON EAST GRAND TRAVERSE BAY, SPECTACULAR SUNSETS?

As of 12 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 120' PRIVATE WHITE SAND BEACH, ON EAST GRAND TRAVERSE BAY, SPECTACULAR SUNSETS on 1 Jan 2027 start from £400, 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 120' PRIVATE WHITE SAND BEACH, ON EAST GRAND TRAVERSE BAY, SPECTACULAR SUNSETS?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at 120' PRIVATE WHITE SAND BEACH, ON EAST GRAND TRAVERSE BAY, SPECTACULAR SUNSETS?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 120' PRIVATE WHITE SAND BEACH, ON EAST GRAND TRAVERSE BAY, SPECTACULAR SUNSETS?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is 120' PRIVATE WHITE SAND BEACH, ON EAST GRAND TRAVERSE BAY, SPECTACULAR SUNSETS located?

This family-friendly Williamsburg holiday home is located on the beach, within 3 mi (5 km) of Lake Michigan, Music House Museum and Grand Traverse Resort Golf Course. Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf and Traverse City Beach are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dave E., Michigan

Great Family get together

Beautiful setting! Watched the sun set each evening while the deer showed up. Very clean and comfortable. Everything we needed was there. Thanks for a great time!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified.

10/10 Excellent

Peggy G.

Fairy godmother

I loved our time in peaceful valley! My husband and I had the master bedroom. Woke up to deer in the woods, just beautiful! Our adult children had the queen bedroom and found the bed very uncomfortable 😁. Sorry Robin! You were so on top of all our request!!! I hope this doesn't cause you any distress! I would stay again in a minute!9

10/10 Excellent

Josh K.

Gem on the water

Great place. Very clean, great view of the bay out at the over look. The beach area is large and great place to hang out. Would stay again for sure
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Andrew N., Minneapolis, Minnesota

Dreamy Beach!

Beautiful, private property with a dreamy beach! I would highly recommend this property. Great for families with plenty of space to spread out. We really enjoyed the swimming, rock hunting, kayaking, relaxing in the hammock and fires on the beach in the evening. Glorious sun rises and sunsets!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Marc T.

Comfortable home in a great location

The house is very comfortable and excellent for a lake vacation. Plenty of outdoor space to enjoy the lake, including a very large beach. The owners were also very responsive to questions and any issues that arose.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified.

10/10 Excellent

Wonderful place to stay!

What a private, beautiful home and property. We stayed with our two young children and enjoyed swimming and campfires on the beach in a very private setting. Just 20 minutes away from downtown Traverse City makes the location ideal if you want to feel secluded, but also have quick access to restaurants, breweries and wineries. Would happily stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified.

10/10 Excellent

Linda A.

Great location and beautiful property

The property was clean and well-maintained. The home was well appointed, from cooking supplies to beach toys and towels. We were so busy with our son's wedding; I wish we had had more time to relax and enjoy the whole setting. We couldn't find a way to turn on the outside lighting however, so had to use our phones and flashlights. The front porch light may have been burned out. Other than that everything was great! I definitely would recommend this property to a friend or relative!
This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified.

10/10 Excellent

Gina H.

Clean, comfortable, and large

Well equipped and spotless! We had a wonderful girls weekend at Peaceful Valley and hope to return someday with my family as I know my kids would love the gorgeous beach and crystal clear water. The house was very comfortable and relaxing (and clean!). The fire pit on the beach was the highlight and it was so convenient to have pizza delivered right to our door. We spent a lot of time relaxing in the beautiful living room with the cozy gas fireplace and floor to vaulted ceiling views. Would absolutely recommend!
This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified.

10/10 Excellent

Ben

Perfect week at the perfect house

My wife and 3 young children (all under 5) spent a great week at the house. The beach was clean and the house well-maintained. We hope to return next summer.
This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jamie M.

Amazing beach front house!

We loved our time on Lake Michigan! The house, property, and beach were all fantastic. Our group (aged 7 to 76) all had a wonderful time and we thank you for sharing such a special spot with us!!
This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified.

10/10 Excellent

cindy P.

This was exactly what we wanted. Breathtaking view, clean, quiet, sandy beach. loved it!!

This was a perfect home for 6 women celebrating our 60th birthdays!! Would love to bring the family next time. Must be able to walk steps to go to beach from the breathtaking view from deck.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified.

10/10 Excellent

Julie M., Carmel, IN

Beautiful, quiet beach spot

We really enjoyed this property. It just felt like home! Everything was clean and we'll taken care of. We loved the beach, enjoying many perfect sunsets! We even had a fire on the beach for smores one evening. We hope to visit again! Very close the Grand Traverse Resort and Spa, which was where my daughter's dance competition was. Very convenient!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified.

10/10 Excellent

Marcia P., USA

Peaceful and Perfect

We had a picture perfect peaceful 5 days at this absolutely stunning property. The home is lovely and clean with quality tasteful lake themed accents. From bath, to bed, to kitchen, it is completely furnished with every amenity one could need. We loved sipping coffee on the patio and relaxing on the deck overlooking the lakeshore. The ever changing lighting through the trees, the amazing sunsets, and the beauty of this property could only be truly captured in words of an experienced poet. In our words however, we cannot wait to come back.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified.

10/10 Excellent

Ashley L.

Perfect For Family Getaway

We just got back from our 3 night stay at the Peaceful Valley Ranch. It was perfect for a family weekend away. We had 5 adults, a 6yr old, as well as an infant and everyone had a fantastic time. The house was beautiful, comfy, and well stocked; seriously so much better than the pictures! The beach access was fabulous. The weather was still on the cooler side but we were able to enjoy the beach anyway. Walking in the sand, tossing a football, fire and s'mores at night. Just a short 15 minute drive from downtown Traverse City where we went for great food and shopping and an hour away from Pyramid Point for a beautiful and very doable hike. Multiple boat rental shacks in the area; we spent one afternoon on the lake floating on a pontoon. Robin was great and so helpful, offering suggestions for boat rentals and places to order a cake for my husband's birthday. We hope to be back next year. Couldn't recommend this rental more!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified.

10/10 Excellent

Hal I.

Perfect spot

The house is lovely and well maintained and the location is great.
This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified.

10/10 Excellent

Mary L., Troy

Fabulous, comfortable house with great view!

We loved the house. It was perfect for our family gathering. The kitchen was well stocked and comfortable to use. It is evident that someone has paid attention to details. Even though it was cold and the wind was gale force, we ventured down to the beach. We would love to return in different seasons to experience the outdoors. It's better than the pictures!
This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified.

10/10 Excellent

Karen O.

Beautiful Northern Michigan Setting

We (three couples) chose the Peaceful Valley Beach House to bring in the new year and it was a great choice! The house was warm, comfortable and well-appointed. The view of the bay was spectacular and the beach was beautiful even in the winter. We loved the location - close to everything the Traverse City area has to offer. We highly recommend this property!
This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jayne H., Perrysville

Peaceful and Beautiful!

What great place. The location was perfect for anyone wanted to visit the Traverse City area. The house was very clean and well stocked! The house was also very comfortable and spacious. We really enjoyed the beach even though it was November! View of Sunset magnificent!
This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified.

10/10 Excellent

Janet W.

Girlfriend Getaway

We had a wonderful time at PVBH! Although the weather was a little cool for water sports, we enjoyed walking along the beach and searching for petosky stones. Our days were spent shopping and eating in Traverse City, but loved to return to the beach house in the evening, have some local wine and snacks and catch up on the years that have gone by since our childhood slumber parties!
This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified.

10/10 Excellent

Kathy W., Winona, MN

Beautiful and relaxing

The home was clean, spacious, and very comfortable. We were traveling with our son, his wife, and infant daughter, and visiting my elderly mother who lives nearby in a care facility. The location and setting were perfect for us, because it was convenient both to my mother and to the groceries, and yet it is on a quiet road, with good walking/strolling. We happened to have a croquet set with us as well as badminton, and the yard was perfect for lawn games. We all enjoyed the sunsets and view from the living room and deck. I love that the deck is built around the trees, and I really loved the fact that there were so many tall pines in the yard, including one "ginormous" white pine, I believe. The beach is beautiful, and the kayaks and paddleboard add to its enjoyment. The last day there was a deer in the yard, and at night we enjoyed watching a raccoon stroll past. It is a great house to just come and chill out at, and not feel you need to go anywhere to find vacation "activities," which was perfect with a little one and our need to visit Great Grandma multiple times a day. Our son and his wife enjoyed "date night" in Elk Rapids, which is super conveniently located, lacks the congestion of T.C., and has plenty of charm. (Oh, oops, I let out our family secret which goes back several generations!)
This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified.

10/10 Excellent

Thomas M.

Spring Reunion

We stayed here over the weekend for some fishing and family time. Great location, beach was a blast for the kids. Really very happy with our stay, location was great for shopping/attractions!
This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified.

10/10 Excellent

Brian F.

Excellent House

This house is an excellent getaway for families. We stayed there with two adults and two children under the age of 4. My family had an amazing trip. The kitchen was well equipped and the house had all the major needs. The biggest key for us was the beach. The water was crystal clear and you could walk out 30 yards and the water was up to your waist. It was perfect for my family. Traverse City was quick ride away. It was the perfect distance to have the local night-life away from you.
This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jon W.

Room with a view

This was our first trip to Michigan for a summer vacation and you left nothing to be desired. We had a great time with our two young kids and parents. The small private beach was perfect for our 2 year old and the house was as advertised and accommodating for all. We look forward to coming back!
This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified.

10/10 Excellent

Outstanding!

We've been vacationing in the Traverse City area for over 25 years. We prefer to stay on the bay. We needed a place that would accommodate 6 of us, since we were with our entire family and their significant others. We were lucky enough to find the Peaceful Valley Ranch house. Beautiful sprawling ranch house. The furnishings are modern. Kitchen equipped with all the essentials. The beach area was great. Nice new fire pit. Observation deck with an incredible view of the lake and magnificent sunsets. Paddle board and kayaks were fun. About a 15 minute drive to downtown TC.

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