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Second Glance Cottage - Lake Leelanau Waterfront

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A sunset view from a deck with chairs and a table, overlooking a lake.
A modern living room with a gray sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a dining area with turquoise chairs.
A lakeside cabin with a deck and a small porch.
A modern kitchen with a marble countertop, a hanging light fixture, and a large window.
A stone fireplace with a TV above it, a wooden ceiling, and a rustic wall decor.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Lake Leelanau

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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Traverse City, MI
  • Place, Lake Leelanau
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Front Street
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Place, Traverse City Beach
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Airport, Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Single Bunk Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Traverse City

Located in Traverse City, this cottage is in the city centre and on the waterfront. Shoppers can check out Front Street, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Lake Michigan and Traverse City Beach. Great Wolf Lodge Water Park and Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf are also worth visiting. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and skiing, and don't miss out on the snowmobiling and ice skating.
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Traverse City, MI

What's nearby

  • Lake Leelanau - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Village at Grand Traverse Commons - 14 min drive - 17.3 km
  • Front Street - 14 min drive - 17.7 km
  • Great Wolf Lodge Water Park - 16 min drive - 20.2 km
  • Traverse City Beach - 21 min drive - 25.3 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪West End Tavern - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Cedar River Coffee Company - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Harrington's By The Bay - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Apache Trout Grill - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Farm Club - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Second Glance Cottage - Lake Leelanau Waterfront pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Second Glance Cottage - Lake Leelanau Waterfront?

As of 30 Oct, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Second Glance Cottage - Lake Leelanau Waterfront on 31 Oct, 2026 start from S$3,676, 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 Second Glance Cottage - Lake Leelanau Waterfront?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Second Glance Cottage - Lake Leelanau Waterfront?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Second Glance Cottage - Lake Leelanau Waterfront?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Second Glance Cottage - Lake Leelanau Waterfront located?

Located in the heart of Traverse City, this cottage is steps from Lake Leelanau and within 6 mi (10 km) of Lake Michigan and Brengman Brothers. Cedar Lake and Grand Traverse Bay are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 13 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 13 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 13 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place is such a gem. As soon as you walk in, you feel at home. The view, the layout, the appointments and the location made for a perfect family lake vacation. Brent was an attentive host. We’ll be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful view!

Great house.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Adorable Getaway!

We had such a wonderful girls weekend and the little lake house was great! Cute decor, quaint, gorgeous views, and the owners were so accommodating!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

What a gem!

Such a cozy, cute cottage on lake and so close to town. We enjoyed our stay very much! The host was fabulous!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house in a beautiful location! We enjoyed our stay at the house. The house is very well stocked, everything we needed was there. The location on the lake is beautiful! We enjoyed watching the sunset every night. Our family enjoyed using the paddle board & relaxing on the deck. The host is very helpful & responsive. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful time at the Second Glance cottage. It was the perfect stay for our girls trip on the lake. The house was spacious, clean and is set up great. We loved our time on the water,using the bonfire in the evenings, and lounging on the comfy couch when needed. The host is very responsive & accommodating. You cannot beat the view! Would highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Sept, 2025
Thank you for your review and I'm glad you enjoyed your stay!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely private getaway

The setting of this cabin is peaceful and quiet. We spent each morning sitting by the lake to begin our day. But, it’s very convenient to anything you need around Traverse City. We had a wedding at Brengman Brothers Winery and it only took 5 minutes to get there. Cabin was clean and ready for us. Definitely recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Oct, 2022
Kelli was a delight to host and she and her party are welcome back anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had some issues with the key box but our host was very responsive and we were able to get in quickly. The kitchen had everything we needed. The location was great and the kids loved jumping off the dock and using the kayaks. We had an amazing time. We did get warm at night because we tend to be icebox sleepers, but there was a window unit, a portable AC and multiple fans available.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Aug, 2025
Thank you for your comments. We have addressed the lock box issue! I'm glad you enjoyed your stay.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Second Glance Cottage is a very special place. It is close to convenient amenities in Traverse City and a decent drive to all the places you would want to visit in the Leelanau Peninsula, but it still feels secluded and private. It is obvious that the owners have put a lot of time, effort and money into making this home comfortable and well-appointed. The home has everything you could need or want. The outdoor patio and pavilion are beautiful, and the sunsets we saw sitting on the pier were some of the most beautiful I have ever seen. There was plenty of space for everyone as well, and the host was very communicative. We would come back in a heartbeat!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This darling little cabin on the lake was amazing. We loved having four bedrooms for four ladies so no one had to share. The outdoor space is fabulous. The house is extremely well stocked and the host is very friendly. We did have some confusion with check out procedures since there was no instruction provided but a few texts and it was all cleared up. We really enjoyed our stay and would love to come back again and stay in the exact same place.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely cottage with picturesque views

Wonderful cottage right on the lake. The property owners/managers could not have been more accommodating and helpful. The cottage was clean with all the amenities we needed for a relaxing week on the lake
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect getaway vacation

The house was super cute and welcoming and fit 8 adults perfectly. Amazing lake view with gorgeous sunsets. Highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice lakeside getaway

Spacious living and outdoor space makes the perfect space for a group of friends/family. Everything is clean which allows you to settle right in and start your vacation. Basic amenities provided along with some recreational items as well. Within a short Uber ride from downtown Traverse City, yet in a peaceful secluded area for relaxing.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019
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