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The Victorian on Pine: Historic Charm. Lake Life Memories.

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Gorgeous updated Victorian home with wrap around porch
Sitting room with couch and 2 swivel chairs
Dining room located between the kitchen and sitting room
Family/TV room with 3 large couches
Backyard complete with patio, grill, fire pit and chairs

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Walkable and wonderful
    Guests love the walkable location for its easy access on foot.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to North Beach
4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Balcony or patio

Explore the area

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Elk Rapids, MI
  • Place, Rotary Park
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, North Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Elk Lake
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Airport, Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed and 1 Double Futon

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

4 Single Beds and 1 Double Futon

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

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

Bathroom 2

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

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Office
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

The Victorian on Pine: Historic Charm. Lake Life Memories.

Welcome to The Victorian on Pine, a beautifully restored Victorian home where timeless charm meets the best of Northern Michigan lake life.

Located just two blocks from both Grand Traverse Bay and downtown Elk Rapids, you'll enjoy the perfect balance of relaxation and adventure. Spend your mornings sipping coffee on the wraparound porch, your afternoons at the beach, and your evenings strolling downtown for dinner, ice cream, or a movie before gathering around the fire pit under the stars.

Whether you're planning a family vacation, girls' getaway, horse show trip, or weekend with friends, The Victorian on Pine offers the space, comfort, and location to make your stay unforgettable.

Why Guests Love It
✔ Walk to Grand Traverse Bay beach
✔ Walk to downtown Elk Rapids restaurants, shops, coffee, and the historic movie theater
✔ Spacious wraparound porch perfect for morning coffee or evening cocktails
✔ Large third-floor loft that's a favorite hangout for kids and teens
✔ Well-stocked kitchen for family meals
✔ Fire pit for s'mores and late-night conversations
✔ Games for all ages
✔ Three dedicated parking spaces

The Perfect Location
One of the best things about staying here is that you can park your car and simply enjoy Elk Rapids on foot.

In just a few minutes you can walk to:
• Veterans Memorial Park
• Sandy beach on Grand Traverse Bay
• Pickleball, tennis, basketball, and volleyball courts
• Playground
• Marina
• Ice cream shops
• Local boutiques
• Coffee shops
• Variety of local restaurants
• The charming movie theater

Elk Rapids truly has something for everyone, and once you visit, you'll understand why so many families return year after year.

Explore Northern Michigan
The Victorian on Pine also makes the perfect home base for exploring everything northern Michigan has to offer.

Nearby attractions include:
• Great Lakes Equestrian Festival (Traverse City Horse Shows)
• Torch Lake
• Traverse City
• Charlevoix
• Sleeping Bear Dunes
• Dozens of wineries, breweries, and cideries
• Championship golf courses
• Hiking and biking trails
• Fishing, kayaking, paddleboarding, and boating

Perfect for Every Season
Summer is filled with beach days, boating, farmers markets, outdoor concerts, and Wednesday nights downtown when Elk Rapids comes alive with food, music, games, and family fun.

Fall brings breathtaking color tours, crisp mornings, wineries, and unforgettable sunsets over Grand Traverse Bay.

Winter transforms Elk Rapids into a Hallmark movie. Enjoy holiday lights, ice skating, nearby skiing and snowboarding, cozy restaurants, and peaceful snowy walks through town.

Spring offers blooming trees, quiet beaches, and a slower pace before the summer crowds arrive.

No matter the season, Elk Rapids has a way of making you slow down, reconnect, and remember what vacation is all about.

A Home Filled with Memories
We first discovered Elk Rapids in 2016 while our children were competing at the Great Lakes Equestrian Festival. After renting homes here for several summers, we fell in love with this little town and knew we wanted to become part of the community.
When we found this beautiful Victorian on Pine Street, it felt like home from the moment we stepped onto the porch.

Today, it's our joy to share this special place with families and friends from all over the country. We've hosted reunions, birthdays, baby showers, girls' weekends, horse show families, anniversary celebrations, and vacations spanning three generations.

We hope The Victorian on Pine becomes a place where your family creates traditions, reconnects, laughs a little louder, stays up a little later, and leaves with memories that last long after vacation ends.

We can't wait to welcome you.
Monica & Chris

Elk Rapids license: STRB21-044

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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

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 and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Sunday to Sunday weekly rental only during the months of July and August, 2 night minimum for all other months

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1290982vb
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

About the area

Elk Rapids

Located in Elk Rapids, this holiday home is in the city centre and on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Torch Lake. Guntzviller's Spirit of the Woods Museum and Music House Museum are also worth visiting.
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Elk Rapids, MI

What's nearby

  • Historic Elk Rapids Town Hall - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Elk Rapids District Library - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Rotary Park - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • North Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Elk Lake - 20 min walk - 1.7 km

Getting around

  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pearl's New Orleans Kitchen - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Johnny's Torch Riviera - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Masala Magic by Anita - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Short’s Brewing Company Production Facility - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Oasis Tavern - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Victorian on Pine: Historic Charm. Lake Life Memories. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Victorian on Pine: Historic Charm. Lake Life Memories.?

As of 1 Jul, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Victorian on Pine: Historic Charm. Lake Life Memories. on 21 Oct, 2026 start from S$741, 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 The Victorian on Pine: Historic Charm. Lake Life Memories.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Victorian on Pine: Historic Charm. Lake Life Memories.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Victorian on Pine: Historic Charm. Lake Life Memories.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Victorian on Pine: Historic Charm. Lake Life Memories. located?

Located in the heart of Elk Rapids, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Veterans Memorial Park and Lake Michigan. Historic Elk Rapids Town Hall and Elk Rapids District Library are also within 5 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 53 out of 54 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 54 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 54 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 54 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carmen E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect place for our family to stay while in Elk Rapids!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Zack V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
An amazing time! Home was spacious and inviting. Location was amazing, every evening we walked to the beach and enjoyed the beautiful sunset. Would recommened to anyone who wants to spend time in Elk Rapids.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Oct, 2025
Thank you so much, Zack, for the great 5 star review! It was a pleasure hosting you and your group! You are welcome back anytime to catch more sunsets on the beach!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice house. Great location. Owner was very responsive. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Aug, 2025
Thank you for the 5 star review Kenneth, I am so happy that you enjoyed your stay at my home and Elk Rapids. You were a wonderful guest and it was a pleasure hosting you and your group! You are welcome back any time!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is our second year renting this lovely home. It is in the perfect location, just a couple of blocks from the public beach and River Street. The home is so cheerful and comfortable, with plenty of amenities. We hope to come back again next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ruth C.

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

Great location

Nice house located close to beach and downtown.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Jul, 2023
It was a pleasure hosting you and your group Ruth! Wish the dates had worked out for next year but hope to have you back again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl W.

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

Beautiful home

A great place to stay with a large family!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Mar, 2020
Thanks so much for the great review--it was a pleasure having you as guests and we look forward to having you stay again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dina V.

Great time on this family vacation of 2018. House was roomy and able to fit our two families. Loved!

Great location. Spacious house. Enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Mar, 2020
Thanks so much for the great review Dina! Glad you all loved your stay and we look forward to having you visit again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John B.

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

Loved the house and the location. The owner was very accommodating.

Had a great family reunion week!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Sept, 2021
Thanks for the five star review John! So glad your family had a great stay--it was a pleasure to host all of you! Hope you will be back again for more family fun!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leannv n.

Fantastic

We had a great time and would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Mar, 2020
So glad that you had a great stay and we look forward to having you back again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth P.

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

Great location, cute town!

Stayed for an annual girls trip to Traverse City/Torch lake and it was a good location for both! We enjoyed our stay, very walkable neighborhood close to some restaurants. Monica was helpful and our stay was great! We will try to return next year as well!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Aug, 2024
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave such a great review and thank you for choosing my place to create these great memories! It was such a pleasure hosting you and your friends for your annual girls trip. You were wonderful guests and I’m looking forward to hosting you again next year!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John S.

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

Great birthday celebration!

Used the property as the base for a birthday celebration in the downtown district. Great location, and outstanding service by property manager!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Nov, 2024
Thanks so much for the great review! It was such a pleasure hosting you and your group for your celebration! Glad you had an amazing time and loved the location. Hope to have you visit again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joseph S.

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

Golf Trip

Great time in the ER area; wonderful house with lots of space, situated close to downtown, making it an easy walk to restaurants / bars.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Oct, 2024
Thank you so much for leaving this great review! It was a pleasure hosting you and your group again and looking forward to more visits! You are wonderful guests and I appreciate how well you left the house!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gary S.

The house was perfect for our family to stay for a wedding weekend in Elk Rapids.

Our family loved the house and accommodations were perfect for a family wedding in Elk Rapids. Owner was very thoughtful in providing information and convenience items.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Mar, 2020
We are so happy that you had a wonderful stay!!! You were great to work with and we hope that you will visit soon again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kitty D.

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

Wonderful stay

What a lovely house. Spotless and comfortable!!! Easy walk into town. The kitchen was well stocked and a pleasure to cook in. The owner Monica was so helpful with any questions. We will definitely stay there again!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Mar, 2020
I am so glad that you had such a great time over the Thanksgiving break! You were a pleasure to work with and I look forward to having you stay again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tina W.

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

Beautifil home

Beautiful home, great for a large group of people. We rented 4 houses in town, and this one is where we congregated.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Mar, 2020
So glad you all had a great visit and were able to spend wonderful family and friend time together!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Colleen R.

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

Beautiful house, excellent location!

This is a beautiful home with a lovely, attentive property manager. We had plenty of room to stretch out for our group of 10. There are multiple sitting areas, bedrooms, and bathrooms. We loved our stay and hope to return!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Sept, 2021
Thank you so much Colleen for this great review! I am so happy that you loved our place and your stay and I look forward to having you visit again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan R.

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

Relaxing summer vacation!

Monica was excellent to work with! Beautiful, relaxing home just a short walk from the lake. Kids loved the house and yard! Hope to return!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Aug, 2020
So glad that you and your family loved our home and Elk Rapids! You were great guests and we are looking forward to having you visit again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Fritz P.

Worked perfectly for our family wedding in the area.

Convenient, very clean, spacious and perfect for a group of people. Quite neighborhood and walking distance to downtown Elk Rapids Main Street attractions. Will do it again for next family gathering.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Mar, 2020
I am so glad that you had a great stay Fritz! You were perfect guests and we would be happy to have you stay any time!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Danielle W.

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

Charming

We had a wonderful experience at this property. Monica was great to work with and would get back to us quickly. Great location to town and beach. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Mar, 2020
I am so glad that you had a wonderful stay and it was a pleasure working with you! Looking forward to having you stay again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sara H.

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

Review

We had an awesome time. The property was beautiful and all my friends loved the place. It allows for a lot of people to stay and is located in a nice neighborhood
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Jun, 2021
So happy to hear this! You guys were great guests and I hope you will be back again to more fun memories!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matt G.

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

October weekend celebration

Very nice home. Great location to enjoy the autumn colors. Check in process was flawless. Would definitely recommend to others.
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Mar, 2020
I am so glad that you had a great stay! Thanks for the super review and hope you will be back soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kara B.

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

Girls Weekend getaway

Had a great experience at this property! Had eight girls stay at this house: aged 21-32 years of age for a weekend getaway. Would go again! Thank you !
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Jun, 2022
I am so glad you had an amazing time! Was a pleasure hosting you and you are always welcome back! I want to thank you again for leaving things so perfectly and even washing and folding the towels! You all were incredibly respectful and neat guests!!! I highly recommend you to any VRBO ownders you visit in the future!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Colleen H.

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

Elk Rapids

Beautiful, roomy historic house! Great host with quick follow-up.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Sept, 2021
Thanks so much for the five star review Colleen! You and your guests were a pleasure to host and hope to have you visit again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sean B.

Great location, amazing house!

We had 9 guys stay here over the weekend. Everyone had beds and this house worked out perfectly! $20-30 Uber/lyft from Traverse City and walking distance to the lake and a beach! Great location, even better house, thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Sept, 2021
Thank you so much for this great review Sean! It was a pleasure hosting you guys and so glad you loved your stay and our home! You are welcome back any time!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

JEFFREY C.

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

The perfect retreat

From reviewing the listing to first and last communication this experience was perfect. We will return.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Apr, 2020
So glad that you had a great experience and we look forward to having you visit again! You were perfect guests and a pleasure to work with!

About the host

Hosted by Monica Toomey

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Hi! We're Monica and Chris.

We've been married since 1992 and have spent our life together embracing new adventures. Originally from the suburbs of Philadelphia, we met in Washington, D.C., and over the years have called Maryland, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Ohio, and now Michigan home.

In 2016, two of our children began competing at the Great Lakes Equestrian Festival, introducing us to Elk Rapids. Like many horse show families, we rented homes here for several summers and quickly fell in love with this charming lakeside town. Every visit made it a little harder to leave. Between the beautiful beaches, welcoming community, and relaxed pace of life, we knew we wanted a place of our own.

When this beautiful Victorian on Pine Street became available, it felt like the perfect fit. Today, we're grateful to share The Victorian on Pine with guests from near and far.

One of the greatest joys of hosting has been welcoming families, friends, and horse show competitors as they create lasting memories together. We believe the best vacations aren't measured by the places you visit, but by the moments you share—whether it's coffee on the wraparound porch, a day at the beach, s'mores around the fire pit, or an evening stroll through downtown.

If The Victorian on Pine becomes a small part of your family's story, that is exactly why we opened our home.

We hope you feel at home from the moment you arrive.
Warmly,
Monica & Chris

Why they chose this property

We fell in love with this neighborhood because it offers the best of Elk Rapids. The Victorian on Pine is just two blocks from both Grand Traverse Bay and downtown, making it easy to park the car and enjoy everything on foot. We love starting the day with a walk to the beach, spending the afternoon exploring local shops and restaurants, and ending the evening around the fire pit or relaxing on the wraparound porch. It perfectly captures the slower pace and small-town charm that made us fall in love with Elk Rapids in the first place.

What makes this property unique

We think what makes The Victorian on Pine so special is the combination of historic charm and an unbeatable location. Just two blocks from both Grand Traverse Bay and downtown Elk Rapids, you can park the car and enjoy your vacation on foot. Walk to the beach, grab ice cream, browse the local shops, enjoy dinner downtown, or catch a movie—everything is just minutes away.
After a day of exploring, come home to a beautifully restored Victorian with a spacious, well-stocked kitchen, a huge third-floor loft, comfortable gathering spaces, games for all ages, and our favorite feature—the wraparound porch. It's the perfect place to sip your morning coffee, unwind after a day at the beach, share a bottle of wine with friends, or simply enjoy an evening of conversation around the fire pit.
Whether you're bringing the whole family, celebrating a special occasion, enjoying a girls' getaway, attending the horse show, or escaping for a relaxing weekend, The Victorian on Pine is a place where it's easy to slow down, reconnect, and make lasting memories together.

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