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Quiet and private sandy bottom lakefront

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Amenities
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Location
Host

Exceptional

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4700 sq ft

Popular amenities

Outdoor space
Barbecue grill
Kitchen

Explore the area

Cedar, MI

Lake Leelanau
‪1 min drive‬
Village at Grand Traverse Commons
‪27 min drive‬
Front Street
‪29 min drive‬
Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
‪38 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Living Room 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Outdoor play area

Garden

About this property

Quiet and private sandy bottom lakefront

This newly remodeled owners guesthouse is a clean two bedroom cozy cottage with new kitchen and bath on South Lake Leelanau. Offers a large lakeside yard with fire pit. Very private and quiet at the end of a private road, one-quarter mile off the county road. Conveniently located close to vineyards, farm markets, hiking, Lake Michigan beaches, shopping, dining, bike trails, The Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore and the towns of Cedar, Suttons Bay, Northport, Leland, Glen Arbor and Traverse City. This house is in the center of all the county activities and is on one of the counties most beautiful lakes. Includes a mooring for anyone wanting to bring their own boat or rent a boat, launch ramp close by.

Property manager

Bob Ashmun

Premier Host

Languages

English

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Kitchen

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Parking available

Lake view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 30

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Quiet time; 10:00PM - 9:00AM

Important information

You need to know

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

About the area

Cedar

Located in Cedar, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Shoppers can check out Front Street, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore and Traverse City Beach. Burnett Park and Great Lakes Children's Museum are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

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Cedar, MI

What's nearby

Lake Leelanau - 1 min drive - 0.0 km
Bel Lago Winery - 4 min drive - 5.1 km
Village at Grand Traverse Commons - 27 min drive - 29.7 km
Front Street - 29 min drive - 30.8 km
Traverse City Beach - 36 min drive - 37.7 km

Getting around

Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

‪Hayloft Inn - ‬15 min drive
‪Elderberry Farms Estate - ‬14 min drive
‪Pegtown Station - ‬9 min drive
‪Light of Day Organics - ‬15 min drive
‪Brengman Brothers - ‬24 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Quiet and private sandy bottom lakefront pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Quiet and private sandy bottom lakefront ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Quiet and private sandy bottom lakefront ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Quiet and private sandy bottom lakefront located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is steps from Lake Leelanau and within 3 mi (5 km) of Bel Lago Winery and Holy Rosary Catholic Church. Lime Lake and Manitou Passage Golf Club are also within 9 miles (15 km).

9.8

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Joyce O.

18 Aug, 2025

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

We had a wonderful stay. Bob and Carolyn were great and the neighborhood was lovely too. We'll definitely go back.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne K.

18 Sept, 2024

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

Cute Lakeside Cabin

Very clean cabin with nice access to the lake.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim J.

22 Sept, 2024

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

Peacefulness on the Lake

Cute little cottage that fit our needs to perfection.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

rich m.

17 Oct, 2024

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

Cozy Cottage on Lake Leelenau

This is the second time we stayed at this cottage to observe the fall colors in Michigan. We love the quaintness of the cottage and the great views of the lake. The owners, Bob and Caroline, are absolutely wonderful and we plan to return in the future.

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Julie H.

23 Oct, 2023

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

Fall vacation

It was really nice cute place. Beautiful scenery.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

denise s.

20 Jul, 2023

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

Wonderful landscaped cottage on a beautiful lake

Hosts were amazing and helpful

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

rich m.

3 Sept, 2024

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

Awesome rental

This nice cozy cottage was on Lake Leelenau and offered great views of the lake. The cottage was very clean and came with all of the items needed for an enjoyable stay. The owners were great people and made us feel welcome. I would recommend this place to anyone considering a great experience in the Leelenau peninsula.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynne K.

24 Sept, 2023

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

Fall weekend getaway

Property was clean and cozy. Great place for small group. Beautiful sunrises!

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Todd B.

20 Aug, 2024

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

God’s Country

Beautiful little cabin in quiet, quaint town. Bob was great, very friendly. Close to TC if you want to adventure into town.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lauren R.

9 Jun, 2024

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

Great weekend

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The cabin was very comfortable and clean. We were impressed by the updated kitchen. The lake was beautiful and we enjoyed sitting in the chairs on the dock. The owners were very friendly.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erika S., CANTON, MI, USA

8 Oct, 2023

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

Cute Lakefront Cottage

The Cottage was the perfect place to rest after a long day of wine and beer tastings around the Leelanau Peninsula! The neighborhood was quiet and the cottage was cozy with great views of the lake!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dan B.

29 Aug, 2023

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

Perfect week

Cozy, well appointed, magical.setting, owners warm and friendly.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrew T.

3 Oct, 2023

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

Minnesota guests

We loved our stay at your cozy cabin. As advertised, even better. We loved this location, and our hosts were very welcoming and responsive!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

ben w.

15 Oct, 2023

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

Very Clean and Nice Amenities

My wife and I stay in Northern Michigan every fall and have stayed at several VRBO’s. This one was one of the cleanest, in a great location and had everything we needed for a great weekend getaway.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Magdalene D.

14 Jul, 2023

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

Totally charming.

Its absolutely perfect as a small lake cottage - peaceful, serene, quiet area.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shelby K.

25 Oct, 2023

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

Cute place

My mom, aunt, and I came up for a wine tasting weekend and we couldn't have been happier with this little cottage on the water. The cottage has everything you could need and is close to many wineries.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anthony W.

25 Jun, 2023

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

Unbeatable sunrise

Situated on the west bank of Lake Leelanau, "Drag On In" offered a restful stay. Easily visit Traverse City, Sutton's Bay, Cedar, Leland, and Northport. Gracious hosts and a cozy vacation home make for an excellent visit.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sean F.

24 Jun, 2023

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

Get A Way

We loved the property and had a great time.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

John R.

30 May, 2023

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

Lake Leelanau cottage

Perfect for a weekend getaway. The cottage was clean with all amenities. Easy 20 minute drive to Traverse City. We were very content sitting on the dock reading our books in the sunshine.

Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian S.

19 Jul, 2025

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

Reminiscent of old time up north cabins with knotty pine walls and ceilings, except the kitchen and bathroom have been updated; and the floors, windows, roof and siding have all been replaced. And there's internet of course... we couldn't survive without wifi. All in all this was a cozy place to stay for a week, and the grounds are immaculate. We rented kayaks and there's a convenient spot to launch from shore, and a private dock with chaise longues to just kick back and enjoy life at the lakeside.A few side notes: 1) There's a nice gas grill, but bring your own metal spatula if you plan to flip burgers. 2) Anything left overnight in the lawn area will get soaked. The automatic sprinklers come on early every morning. 3) We brought extra towels since there’s no washer/dryer, but it wasn't necessary. We could have stayed a month and not gone through all the towels they provided. 4) It's a pretty quiet area and the neighbors are nearby but friendly. You'll remember the name of the dog next door after you hear his owner call him a few dozen times.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Magdalene D.

11 Jul, 2022

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

Charming Cottage with beachfront on Lake Leelanau

Lovely little cottage and quiet surrounding area. Many updates but kept the old cottage charm. Perfect fit for me.

Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Karen S.

26 Sept, 2024

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

We love Lake Leelanau!

The cottage was well maintained. Beautiful gardens!! It lacks a paved walkway to the door.(I am using a cane). The WiFi code provided by the website was incorrect. Loved the fire pit. Overall a great stay! Thank you!

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura D.

10 Aug, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful cottage

We had a nice stay at this lovely spot in the middle of the Leelanau Peninsula. I had a fair amount of trouble finding the cottage - it’s tucked behind the owner’s garage. No phone number was provided for the property manager, but I did eventually locate the cottage. An added bonus were all the beautiful flowers on the property!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Lauren S.

9 Oct, 2024

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

Lovely place!

It was a lovely place to stay. Beautiful sunrises. Very clean house. Unfortunately the first night we noticed the hot water smelled like eggs/sulfur. The owner was very responsive and found the issue the next day. Even though the issue couldn’t be resolved during our stay, it could be resolved prior to the next guest.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

13 Jun, 2023

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

Lovely cottage

The cottage has beautiful “up north” character. Gorgeous lake views and gardens. It was very clean and had everything we needed to enjoy our stay. Lake side porch area is perfect for enjoying your morning coffee or evening wine. Our grandson thoroughly enjoyed the dock and swimming area. We will definitely return.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

About the host

Hosted by Bob Ashmun

What makes this property unique

Lake Leelanau is one of the area's most beautiful lakes. Clear, narrow and 22 miles long, this lake is normally safe for all types of boating. Sandy bottom, shallow sloping shore is safe for children and the lake is also a great fishing site.
Restaurants and wineries accessable by boat.