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Spacious Retreat w/ Hot Tub, 7mi to TC/M22, views!

Family-friendly holiday home in Cedar with a hot tub

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The dining room at The Nest Retreat will be the center of your stay, with great meals, laughter and memories to take home with you.
Chill out on the sectional with a fire in the fireplace after an adventurous day exploring Leelanau County.
Enjoy the views of the surrounding picturesque Leelanau farm and Sugar Loaf Mountain as you unwind in the warm embrace of the hot tub as the sunset casts its glow all around. A perfect end to a day of adventure, surrounded by nature's beauty.
Relax by the firepit after dinner with 'smores for dessert!
The light at this home is gorgeous in the morning and in the afternoon. Hopefully you will get to experience it!

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 122000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer

Explore the area

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Cedar, MI
  • Place, Rove Estate Vineyard & Winery
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Lake Leelanau
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Hickory Hills Ski Area
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds and 1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4/den with queen sleeper sofa

1 Queen Bed

Living Room Queen Sleeper Sofa

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

First Floor Half bath

Toilet

Full ensuite bathroom (2nd level)

Toilet · Shower only

Hallway full bathroom (2nd level)

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

Spacious Retreat w/ Hot Tub, 7mi to TC/M22, views!

Welcome to The Nest, a beautifully renovated 2000 sq foot modern farmhouse nestled on a small hilltop, offering serene views of surrounding farms and rolling meadows. This historical home is full of character, has been updated with all the modern amenities you need for a comfortable stay. With 4 spacious bedrooms, a well-stocked kitchen, and open living spaces, this serene countryside retreat is perfect for families or groups. Enjoy the private hot-tub with gorgeous views. Located just 10 minutes from downtown Traverse City and the TART Trail, and 15 minutes from Lake Leelanau and Sleeping Bear Dunes’ Good Harbor Bay Beach, it offers the perfect blend of seclusion and convenience.

The farmhouse is nestled among pine trees on a one-acre lot, featuring a deck with outdoor seating, hot-tub, a barbecue grill, and a fire pit, all ideal for an evening of relaxation. Inside, the home is designed for relaxation with a cozy living room, a fully-equipped kitchen, and a dining room with a 9’ farmhouse table that seats up to 10 guests. The main floor also includes a versatile 4th bedroom/office, and the second level boasts 3 additional bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms.

Located within driving distance to several event venues including Bayview Wedding at Gallagher Farms, Jacob's Farm and Brengman Brothers' Winery, The Nest is the perfect home base for your Up North destination wedding.

Perfect for gatherings, this home also offers modern entertainment options, including two Smart TVs, board games, and activities like foosball and cornhole.

A private chef is available for a personalized dining experience.

Pets are welcome with a pre-arranged fee.

Whether you're exploring local wineries, hitting the beach, or just relaxing in the tranquil surroundings, this modern farmhouse offers a perfect getaway on the bucolic Leelanau Peninsula.

Key Features:
• 4 spacious bedrooms, accommodating up to 12 guests
• 2.5 bathrooms
• Fully-equipped kitchen with a coffee/tea station
• Large living room with a 65” Smart TV and an electric fireplace
• Outdoor hot-tub, deck, BBQ grill, fire pit, and plenty of seating
• In-home washer & dryer
• Foosball table, cornhole, and board games
• Family-Friendly: Child-friendly amenities include dishes, high chair, playpen, toys, and games.
• Pet-friendly (with a fee)
• Central location: close to downtown Traverse City, Lake Leelanau, and Sleeping Bear Dunes

★☆ Book your stay today and experience the best of Traverse City and the Leelanau Peninsula★☆


Great Central Location:

Rove Estate Winery & Vineyards 3.2 miles
Farm Club 6 miles
Moomers Ice Cream 6 miles
Timberlee Hills Weddings 6 miles
Downtown Traverse City 8.4 miles
Tesla Supercharger Station 9.3 miles
Good Harbor Beach 12.2 miles
Cherry Capital Airport 12.7 miles
The Homestead Freshwater Resort 17 miles
Suttons Bay, Hop Lot 18 miles
Sleeping Bear Dunes 20.8 miles
Crystal Mountain Ski Resort 30 miles
Multiple wedding venues close by

Just note to finalize your booking:
1. Sign a separate rental agreement for your stay (sent to you after booking the property) and upload your driver's license to verify your identity on our secure property management site. This is done to protect our property and guests.
2. A security deposit hold of $500 will be placed against your credit card one day prior to your arrival and released 2 days after departure pending inspection (this is a hold and not a charge, similar to what hotels do).

Please reach out with any questions.

★☆Check out our other vacation rentals in Traverse City. We have special rates if you are interested in reserving multiple locations.★☆

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

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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 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
Events are not allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Pets are welcome with an extra pet fee of $100
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Guests must sign a rental agreement within 2 days of booking. Minimum age to rent is 21.
No parties or events are allowed. Please no smoking indoors. Please keep pets off of furniture.
Please no confetti/glitter or burning candles. There is a $300 security deposit hold.

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
Note from host: Events are not allowed
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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Cedar

Located in Cedar, this holiday home is in a rural area. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. Travelling with kids? Consider Great Lakes Children's Museum and Burnett Park. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or try out other outdoor activities such as ice skating and snowmobiling.
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Cedar, MI

What's nearby

  • Rove Estate Vineyard & Winery - 5 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Lake Leelanau - 6 min drive - 7.6 km
  • Hickory Hills Ski Area - 8 min drive - 12.3 km
  • Village at Grand Traverse Commons - 10 min drive - 15.6 km
  • Munson Healthcare - 10 min drive - 15.6 km

Getting around

  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Moomers Homemade Ice Cream - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Light of Day Organics - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪West End Tavern - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Farm Club - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Pegtown Station - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Spacious Retreat w/ Hot Tub, 7mi to TC/M22, views! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

How much is parking at Spacious Retreat w/ Hot Tub, 7mi to TC/M22, views!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Spacious Retreat w/ Hot Tub, 7mi to TC/M22, views!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Spacious Retreat w/ Hot Tub, 7mi to TC/M22, views!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Spacious Retreat w/ Hot Tub, 7mi to TC/M22, views! located?

Located in a rural location, this family-friendly holiday home is within 6 mi (10 km) of Lake Leelanau, Bright Lake, and Gilbert Park. Whelock Lake and Cedar Run Creek Natural Area are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 31 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Krista F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Check in process very easy, host very quick to respond to questions, very clean and location was only 10 miles from most of our excursions! Beautiful view while sitting in the hot tub and also close to a seasonal road for quiet morning and evening walks.
Evening View from hot tub
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyed the hot tub, fire pit outside and the view from table in living room at breakfast. Large well supplied kitchen. Very responsive hosts. Convenient location for sleeping bear dune and Traverse city attractions. And several excellent bike trails. Visit!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jordyn L.

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

Great Stay

We had a fabulous weekend staying at The Nest!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melanie R.

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

Girl’s getaway

Quiet place, a little out of the way but not too far from traverse. Nicely remodeled home. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jane H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an amazing stay at this house in Cedar! The house was a dream - well-stocked kitchen, beautiful rooms, an idyllic setting. We cooked dinner here with our family of 8 every night and had everything we needed. The house is also centrally located so it’s easy to get anywhere you want - wineries on Traverse City Peninsula, Sleeping Bear Dunes, wonderful beaches, etc. We loved our stay & would return here in a heartbeat!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dana R.

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

Excellent stay!

We stayed for a weekend and really enjoyed our time. The house was very clean and comfortable for our family. The hosts are very friendly and provided all the information we needed for check in and out. The house is well supplied and the attention to detail throughout is excellent!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marissa B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
My stay was overall good, I will say the photos do make the place look a lot bigger than what it actually is. Landscaping outside could be managed better and the shower upstairs in the main room needs fixing as it wouldn’t drain while you showered so you were standing in water the entire time. Other than those little things it was a great stay and the host was very communicative.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Journee F.

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

Beautiful Home

House was in excellent condition and very clean. Really enjoyed staying here!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

McKenzie E.

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

Girls Trip

Our girls’ trip to Traverse City was absolutely amazing! This place exceeded all our expectations and looked just like the pictures! The highlight? The hot tub! It was spotless and added the perfect touch of luxury to our stay. We had such an incredible time!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Monica V.

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

Great location

Everything about this house was great! Very clean, well equipped. Location was awesome and the host was very attentive.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

connie e.

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

Perfect location for Jacobs Farm

My son got married at Jacobs farm. We were so close to that location, as well as not far from lots of wineries. The view from the house was gorgeous
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael O.

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

Great house for a group vacation

The house was perfect for our large family, was very clean, and had all the amenities we needed. The location is secluded yet a short drive to TC and Sutton’s Bay. The host was great and communication was timely and clear, would definitely stay here next time!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lluvia S.

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

Weekend getaway!

Super clean
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer K.

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

Christmas family getaway

We had a wonderful time. The kitchen was so well appointed. The home was beautiful. The drive into town was easy. We enjoyed the hot tub in the evenings. The living room with huge couch and fireplace was a great place to spend time together. Beds were comfy and the hosts were very responsive.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

David H.

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

Exactly as listed

The house was exactly what we wanted. It was clean with good beds. Hot tub worked well. Relatively close to Traverse City.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carlee S.

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

Cute house in the woods

The house was great and very clean. The pictures are accurate. This was a great place for us to use as home base to check out wineries and traverse city. Would stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jason O.

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

Weekend getaway

Really cool place. Wish we had more time to stay longer. Well appointed and very functional. Super private. Relaxing getaway.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

H T.

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

Amazing!

The location is great. Not too far from downtown TC but far enough you’re secluded. The check in and out process were easy. Responsive to all my emails too!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cara M.

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

Lovely home and perfect location

We loved our stay at The Nest! The house is very clean, well-organized, and beautifully decorated. It is conveniently located halfway between Traverse City and Glen Arbor. There are many other fun places to explore too! The hosts were wonderful too!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patrick S.

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

Cedar Stay

We really enjoyed our stay at the property. The manager was very communicative. The property had a great layout for us to all gather and play games. We really enjoyed time at the fire pit. Property was very clean and we would certainly stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katy K.

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

Perfect Weekend Getaway

My family and I had a great time at the nest. The house has been remodeled and updated and is very cozy. The house is also situated on a private and wooded lot with beautiful views. The beds were comfy, and the sheets were soft. The kitchen has everything you need to prepare meals for a large group and the large kitchen table was perfect too. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Valerie V.

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

Wonderful Stay

The owner of this house thought of everything! It was comfortable and clean. I can’t say enough good things! They responded quickly about a question we had with the checkout process. I would highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth L.

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

Wooded area close to downtown

The home was so cute and enough space for 12 adults. The outdoor space was large and wooded with plenty of parking. Close so downtown traverse city and fish town. Really enjoyed the fire pit at night.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

seth M.

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

nice

nice
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

joan e.

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

Nice family home

We enjoyed the house and the outdoor fire pit! Great for roasting marshmallows! Very quiet country area so must drive to everything. Do be prepared for steps, both outside and inside. House is well-equipped and attractive!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

About the host

Hosted by Jas

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I'm a Michigan native, born and raised in the metro-Detroit area. I love the vast beauty, culture and nature that northern Michigan has to offer. I am eager to help others discover how special this place is by providing a home away from home. Whether it's your first trip or one of many, there are so many new places to discover. I look forward to offering the perfect space and experience that will allow families and friends to make beautiful memories for years to come.

Why they chose this property

I absolutely love the beautiful view of the rolling meadows and farms surrounding the property. This is a modern farmhouse that is an historical home. It has so much character.

What makes this property unique

-Dedicated hosts committed to ensuring a top-notch experience
-Central location
-Hot-tub with serene views
-Open floor plan with spacious kitchen, dining room and living room
-Private and secluded location with scenic views of historic schoolhouse and local farms
-Private chef available

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English

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