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Walk To Fishtown, Open Floor Design, In Town! Steps To Big Blue

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A two-story house with a front porch, a staircase, and a small front yard.
Be part of the action while preparing a meal.
Our side/front entry.
Kitchen has plenty of counter space.
Hallway, bench and coat hooks. Door leads to garage

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Room to spread out
    Enjoy spacious layout that give everyone more room to relax.
  • Garage parking available
    Enjoy the convenience of garage parking - a rare offering in the area.
  • At the centre of it all
    Stay in a top rated central location, steps from the best attractions, dining, and entertainment.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Historic Fishtown
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 9

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Leland, MI
  • Place, Lake Leelanau
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Historic Fishtown
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Van's Beach
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪45 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Dining area

About this property

Walk To Fishtown, Open Floor Design, In Town! Steps To Big Blue

This custom built home (Leelanau Builders) is a five minute walk to North Beach, seven minutes to Fishtown and the Bluebird and Harbor house. Ride your bike or walk everywhere, including Nedows Beach. From July through mid August rentals start and end on Saturday.

We have a first floor Master Bedroom, Great Room with vaulted ceiling, ceiling fans in every room. All recessed LED lighting. Main living area on two levels air conditioned (you probably won't need it), Tiled mud room area, Plenty of hooks for hanging outdoor wear, modern kitchen space with side by side fridge, ice maker, microwave, gas range, dishwasher, gas fireplace, 55" Smart TV w/sound bar, custom concrete patio, hand made bourbon barrel fire pit, Webber charcoal grill. King size Master bed with MyPillow Topper. Upstairs bedrooms are twin and Queen beds with ample closeting throughout. Upstairs bath has shower over tub. All spaces in upstairs, stairway and Master bedroom are carpeted. Custom European Oak flooring in Great Room. Custom tile floors in bathrooms and entry hallway. Two car attached garage. Driveway is shared with 645 N. Main. There is also a separate stairway leading from inside garage to a 300 sq ft bedroom and bathroom built over the garage, which can accommodate three people plus portable crib or air bed . This space is NOT a separate rental unit and is the fourth bedroom. This bonus space is not air conditioned or heated, but in Summer, it should not matter as it has a large window and a ceiling fan. We are on Township sewer line. Our water is from our own well. Hot water is gas fired, 40 gallon tank. Heat is forced hot air. Central A/C in main house.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
House is not childproofed, main level is hardwood
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Events

No events allowed
Guests welcome, parties are not OK
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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:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Turn off HVAC at thermostat
Close door to suite over garage
Leave used linens on the bed.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
All rentals from July through mid August begin and end on Saturdays.
July through mid August bookings are full weeks or multiple full weeks only. No partial weeks during July through mid August.
Person responsible for rental must occupy the property. No sub-letting.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 829083vb
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
Note from host: Guests welcome, parties are not OK
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

Leland

Leland is home to this holiday home. Historic Fishtown is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as snowmobiling.
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Leland, MI

What's nearby

  • Lake Leelanau - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Historic Fishtown - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Van's Beach - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore - 7 min drive - 11.1 km
  • Traverse City Beach - 42 min drive - 59.8 km

Getting around

  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Fiddleheads - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Leelanau Pie & Pastry - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Dick's Pour House - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Tandem Ciders - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Trish's Dishes - ‬16 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Walk To Fishtown, Open Floor Design, In Town! Steps To Big Blue pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Walk to Fishtown, 5 min to beach?

As of 11 Jul 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Walk to Fishtown, 5 min to beach on 6 Jan 2027 start from £589, 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 Walk To Fishtown, Open Floor Design, In Town! Steps To Big Blue?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Walk To Fishtown, Open Floor Design, In Town! Steps To Big Blue?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Walk To Fishtown, Open Floor Design, In Town! Steps To Big Blue?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Walk To Fishtown, Open Floor Design, In Town! Steps To Big Blue located?

Situated in Leland, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Lake Michigan and Historic Fishtown. Manitou Island Transit and Van's Beach are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

9.6

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 24 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 24 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 24 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 24 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 24 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brad M.

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

Slice of heaven

Really enjoyed our stay close to everything in Leyland. All the comforts of home.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Kristi K.

Great house! Comfortable, wonderful layout, enough space for everyone.

Easy walk to downtown Leland, just a few miles from some great hiking trails, easy access to bike routes. Quick walk to several small beaches in Leland.
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Apr 2020
Thanks for being great guests. We are happy you came and please consider us for your future Leland adventures.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan W.

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

A great week in Leland

A well-appointed and well-located house. The key lockbox system was great, since we didn't need to keep track of who had the house keys! We very much enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carol V.

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

Great Location

We had a wonderful week at 629 N. Main St. The home is beautiful, well organized, and handy with basic supplies provided. It's a short walk into Fishtown and North Beach. It was a lovely stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Jul 2023
We are glad that you enjoyed your stay!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephen E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent location within easy walking distance of downtown Leland and the beaches. Check in was a breeze. House is very roomy with everything you need for an enjoyable stay. We had 6 adults and 2 young kids, with plenty of beds and room for everyone. I was a bit worried about not having AC in the room over the garage, but that was truly a non-issue. Would recommend to anyone vacationing on the Leelanau Peninsula.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Aug 2025
Stephen, I’m glad you enjoyed your stay. And thank you for alerting me to the Spectrum Internet outage.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Allison S.

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

Quiet, secluded property just minutes walk from downtown Leland

Our family enjoyed our stay at this property which had everything we needed for our one week vacation. The house was clean and comfortable and the location was convenient. Access to the attached garage was a bonus - we were able to store our bikes and beach gear when we weren't using them. Hoping to return soon!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Aug 2020
Thank you for staying at our house. Come back again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jamie G.

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

Location to Leeland “Fish Town” was perfect. A 12 min walk with off main highway option.

Communication with property owner was timely and responsive with clear instructions and expectations. Location perfect. Home was welcoming, clean an bright. Easy access to Leeland, Suttons Bay and Lake Leelanau. I will definitely hope to have the opportunity to stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Apr 2020
Jamie and her group were great guests. They were tidy and respectful of the property. I look forward to hosting Jamie again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joseph H.

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

Bright space, close to town, great for group

This property is very well-suited for a larger group, with a bright and open central living room/kitchen, outdoor patio, four bedrooms and three bathrooms. Interior all seems new and is well-appointed. Leland is a five minute walk or 1 minute drive. Overall a great place.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Nov 2020
Glad you found the property to your liking. Thanks for booking!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carol V.

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

Beautiful Home in Lovely Leland

We had a wonderful stay in this comfortable home! It was very clean with new appliances and decorated nicely. The owner was quick to respond to questions and more than accommodating with changes and requests. Loved the outdoor space with a hammock, fire pit and ample outdoor dining area. Easy walk to North Beach, on Lake Michigan,and also to “Fishtown”. We would definitely stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Jul 2020
So glad you enjoyed your stay Carol!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katherine D.

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

Awesome place, great communication with host

Lovely and well maintained property close to town. Easy walk to beach, even with little kids. Backyard was perfect size for them and we loved the layout of the bedrooms, so that our families each had their own nooks/private spaces. Greg, the host, was very responsive for the 1 time we needed to text. We have already recommended this location to several friends in the area. Loved it and made our summer!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Jul 2023
We are happy that you enjoyed our property! If you want to stay again next year, let me know when you decide on a date. We are usually booked by the end of January. Of course, we give priority to repeat guests.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amber S.

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

Couples weekend getaway

Had a wonderful experience at this beautiful property! It was the perfect space for myself, husband & 3 other couples to have a relaxing weekend filled with fun! Check in process was a little difficult only because we didn’t realize that the key was in a lock box on the side of the garage. But overall great experience & great time! :) thank you for sharing your little slice of heaven!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Apr 2020
Amber, I am sorry that I didn’t make it clear that the lockbox was on the side. I am relieved that the post-check in experience for your group was a good one!
Verified

6/10 Okay

Audrey S.

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

So many maintenance issues which should have been addressed before our arrival

The door locks are VERY sticky which made it difficult/impossible at times to extract the key. The dishwasher sounds like the motor is going bad; super loud. The fire alarm, which is 25' high, started chirping every 15 seconds. My sil disarmed. Ants appeared on the kitchen counters on day 2 although we had kept it clear and wiped down; had to buy ant traps. The light and fan in the bath above the garage randomly went out. Lastly, we saw cockroaches out on the patio and in the laundry room. Yikes, this just grossed us out!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Jul 2025
I stayed in the house for five days last week. None of the main entry locks or deadbolts were sticky at all. I tried each one a dozen times and each worked perfectly. Sorry about the low battery on the smoke alarm and thanks for addressing it. The dishwasher sounds like it always has. It’s an LG and it is louder than some. That’s why we run it at night. The fan/light fixture apparently got its circuit breaker tripped. Never happened before but the use of hair dryers might have something to do with it. The house was painted the week before your stay and the cold wet weather pushed the completion date back several weeks. Because of that, my pest control company wasn’t able to spray for spring treatments because you can’t spray and then paint over it. I met with Target Pest Control last week and was assured that there are no “cockroaches” in the house. Occasionally there are wood roaches outside, which are much smaller than the other kind. If you saw ants, it may be because the annual Spring spray was delayed and we are on a shaded, forested lot. My cleaning service, who came in jafter your stay, didn't see any ants or other pests. All issues have been addressed and thank for bringing them to my attention.
Verified

6/10 Okay

Diane B.

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

Appreciate last minute considerations

I think we must have ousted the owner to have some r&r. We came with cleaning supplies- we had to clean the refrigerator before using it- previous renter or perhaps the cleaning crew did not think to clean out the frig. Rest of place was clean and was perfect for our stay. Sept8-12
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Oct 2021
Sorry you had to clean out the fridge. If I had been made aware, my cleaning crew would have been notified and the issue would have been mitigated. Normally the fridge is throughly cleaned, and staples such as ketchup and mustard and Mayo are left for the next party to use or toss at their choosing. Thanks for the feedback!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dan G.

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

Leland house

We had a great stay and really enjoyed the location, layout, cleanliness, and furnishings. I’d recommend as a great place to stay for a visit to Fishtown.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patrick H.

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

Leland Family Vacation

Ideal property for our visit...only issue was getting the family room TV working due to loss of firestick password from previous guest...Greg worked with us to fix. Parking not ideal but ok for 2 vehicles.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erica P.

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

Perfect Spot

We enjoyed this property much! It had everything we needed. We loved using the fire pit outside and being able to walk to Fishtown for dinner and sunset watching. Would definitely come back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen T.

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

Leland Main St

We had a wonderful time! Greg was very helpful. Would recommend and plan to return! The Turner Family
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Jul 2021
Thanks for staying at my property! Glad you enjoyed your stay and come back again!
Verified

4/10 Poor

Matthew M.

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

Improve Property Management

This is a beautiful home within the perfect walking distance to Leland. The house perfectly accommodated our party of eight adult women (however, I recommend carpooling as the driveway is on the smaller side). I would not recommend this house for families with young children, as there is virtually no outdoor space to play. With that said, the management of this house is not worth the asking price. If I had seen the owner's rules prior to booking, I would not have booked. They need a complete rewrite. I respect rules. This is your home, and I am merely a guest. However, the rules were condescending and included far too much personal commentary. Multiple times, they referenced losing my security deposit, including full paragraphs in all-caps. They even let me know there are "spies" in the neighborhood, on guard to report my behavior. This made for an extremely paranoid and uncomfortable stay on behalf of our entire party, with the blinds closed for the duration of our stay. Additionally, the home was not cleaned properly prior to our arrival. Undoubtedly, we left the home cleaner than when we arrived because of the items we had to clean just to feel comfortable. Some examples include: 1. Dirty kitchen sponges 2. Dirty refrigerator & freezer 3. Ratty dish towels 4. Dirty dishes in dishwasher 5. Black, coarse hair in silverware drawer 6. Leaking Damprid bag in Master Closet 7. Disgusting bathroom fans 8. Outdoor patio that hadn't been swept/cleaned in quite some time Furthermore, the owner's rules state that each bathroom will be stocked with two rolls of toilet paper, and the kitchen will be stocked with one roll of paper towel. Upon arrival, only 1.5 rolls of toilet paper were provided for all three bathrooms, and no paper towel was provided. When I called the owner, i was polity, acting confused instead of upset. I am an adult woman, and the owner had the audacity to ask me if I was sure, and if I had checked the cabinets. After a conversation that was far too long for a simple issue, the owner was gracious enough to provide access to his locked owner's cabinet for paper products. I did appreciate this level of blind trust. It was my impression that the property owners live out of state, and there is very little oversight of the on-site management. Perhaps that is why there were so many unacceptable slips. However, when I return to Leland, I will select a different home.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Larry D.

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

Leland

It was all good.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer B.

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

Beautiful home

We enjoyed our stay, clean, beautiful setting and quick communication.
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Apr 2020
Glad you had a pleasant stay! Thanks for being a great guest.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jeff w.

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

Leelanau visit

We rented the home for a wedding. Everything was wonderful. Would not hesitate to come back to this property again!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Apr 2020
Great guest, I would rent to Jeff again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elisabeth J.

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

Lovely home close to Fishtown

We (two families) enjoyed our stay at this well appointed home-a great home base for walking to town/the beach and exploring all that Leelanau has to offer. Greg was quick to respond to questions and the house was very clean and comfortable for our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Danielle W.

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

Perfect weekend getaway.

We had a great time at this property. Very accommodating host, place was very clean and as described. Kitchen was well outfitted. We really enjoyed being within walking distance to shops and restaurants in Fishtown. Will definitely consider staying here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Apr 2020
Danielle was an excellent guest and a very good communicator. We look forward to having her and her family stay with us again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

deanne B.

Great couples getaway!

The house was great, very clean, and wonderful location. Close to beautiful hiking area, and walking distance to fish town. Greg was so helpful, I had questions when we got there and he called me to answer them all! Thanks Greg!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018

About the host

Hosted by Greg Chapman

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We have owned property in Leland for 20 years. Now in Kentucky, we enjoy getting away from the heat and humidity of Louisville in Summer. We take full advantage of boating, fishing, hiking, Pickleball, golf and winery touring. Our location just a five minute walk to the beach is wonderful.

Why they chose this property

Why Leland? I've never been anywhere that offers so much variety, all year 'round. It is unique. We first saw Leelanau County in 1997 on a family camping trip. After a while, we bought our first home here in the dead of winter. You can't be bored here, even in winter (Snow and Wineries make things interesting). Our "in town" location just pulls us out of the house to go walking everywhere. We enjoy an abundance of wildlife in our back yard. Deer, turkeys, fox, black and grey squirrels, birds, bobcats.

What makes this property unique

Our home is custom built and is a very short walk to beaches and Fishtown. The open floor plan is great for entertaining. The furniture and bedding are very comfortable and the house is great for relaxing, cooking and enjoying family and friends.

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