Located at the waterfront, this vacation home features 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, accommodating 8 guests. Enjoy outdoor activities like hiking, biking, and swimming, along with water sports. The patio offers a great space for relaxation, while attractions such as Forest Lakes and Rennie Lake provide adventure opportunities.
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.
By the lake
Guests love the beautiful lakefront location.
Sleeps 8•3 bedrooms•4 beds
Popular amenities
Garage parking available
Kitchen
Washing machine
Air-conditioning
Barbecue grill
Balcony
Explore the area
Traverse City, MI
Forest Lakes
Place, Forest Lakes
1 min walk
Rennie Lake
Place, Rennie Lake
1 min walk
Spider Lake
Place, Spider Lake
2 min drive
Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
Airport, Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
19 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Queen Bed
Office 1
1 Queen Bed
2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom 1
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Bathroom 2
Toilet
Bathroom 3
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
About this property
Waterfront Home 20 Minutes to Downtown w/Off Road Trails/Kayaks/Fire Pit
Coined "The Lake House" by locals this newly renovated home is your perfect Traverse City all-season vacation home. This home is situated just a few feet from the water's edge! You will enjoy the large & open feel of this home styled in a chic nautical design but with today's amenities. The Lake House offers private waterfront, comfortable home with views from almost every room & an environment where you can soak up the quiet nature of this region but all the while being centrally located to downtown Traverse City and the Great Lakes Equestrian Festival. Plus, easy travel distance to restaurants, wineries, breweries and additional lakes/beaches in this award-winning region.
The space: As you enter the double front doors, you’ll be greeted by a convenient bench & coat hanging/shoe area and a door to the 4 (four) car garage is immediately to your left.
Living Spaces: Moving to the “Upper” Level you will find the large, newly renovated kitchen with 2 (two) islands to your left with the dining room and living room just beyond that. Dining room with a large round table and living room with a large leather sectional looks out to the panoramic views of Rennie Lake. Comfortable furnishings in a nautical design will invite you to have a drink, spend time with family & friends and have wonderful food. On the left side of the home, you will also have a ½ bath, 1 (one) bedroom and the laundry room with new washer & dryer (all linens and towels are provided.). You are able to exit from the dining room to the lakefront deck with a new grill for cooking. The lakefront deck spans the length of the home. There is an outside table which seats up to 8 (eight) people for an alfresco meal as well.
On the “Upper level” when heading right, you will find another bedroom, one full bathroom, an office, and the Master Suite with boosts an on-suite full bathroom, large walk-in closet and provides French Door access to the house’s lakefront deck.
Additional sleeping for two people with queen air mattress in the office/den.
Outdoor Spaces: You will find the outside of the home will be just as inviting as the inside. On the back of the house, you’ll have your own stretch of beautiful Rennie Lake with a firepit which can be gathered around to make s’mores and have wonderful conversations. Perhaps just as exciting, this house features a synthetic lawn turf areas which is surrounded by beautiful stone.
Key Features: • Includes 90’ of Private Lake • Panoramic Views • Newly Updated Home w/ Spacious Kitchen • Master Suite • Large TV • Synthetic Lawn Turf Area + 2 Kayaks + 5 Person Metal Boat • 20 Minutes from Downtown Traverse City – Shops, Restaurants, Wineries, and Breweries
New bath towels & hand towels, board games, new comforter sets, laundry detergent, large retractable baby gate for staircase and quality linens. Highchair, walking stroller, pack & play (please request - 7 days in advance).
Short Term Rental License #: STR 009048 - 7 Day Rental
This is truly an all-season home – a scenic road will guide you to “The Lake House”. Adjacent to the scenic road is a state-owned property which provides you trails for hiking, snowmobiling, show shoeing, Jeeping and 4x4 riding. Rennie Lake is a private All-Sports Lake which is about 238 acres in size.
Well behaved dogs are allowed for an additional fee. 2 dog max. No cats. Leash while outside on property.
Chef Services Available Upon Request.
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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
Long-term renters welcome
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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
Traverse City
Located in Traverse City, this holiday home is in the city centre and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Traverse City Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Centre Ice Arena and Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf. Kayaking and power boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and hiking/biking trails nearby.
Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 22 min drive
Restaurants
Burger King - 19 min drive
Peegeo's - 13 min drive
T-Bar & Grill - 18 min drive
Hopscotch Brick Oven & Taproom - 16 min drive
Blush - 16 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Waterfront Home 20 Minutes to Downtown w/Off Road Trails/Kayaks/Fire Pit pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Waterfront Home 20 Minutes to Downtown w/Off Road Trails/Kayaks/Fire Pit ?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Waterfront Home 20 Minutes to Downtown w/Off Road Trails/Kayaks/Fire Pit ?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Waterfront Home 20 Minutes to Downtown w/Off Road Trails/Kayaks/Fire Pit ?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Waterfront Home 20 Minutes to Downtown w/Off Road Trails/Kayaks/Fire Pit located?
This family-friendly Traverse City holiday home is located on the waterfront, just steps away from Forest Lakes and Rennie Lake. Spider Lake is 1.2 mi (2 km) away.