Located in Traverse City, this farm stay is near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Traverse City Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Jacob's Corn Maze and Great Lakes Children's Museum. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or try out other outdoor activities such as sledging and snowmobiling.
Village at Grand Traverse Commons - 10 min drive - 14.1 km
Great Wolf Lodge Water Park - 11 min drive - 13.8 km
Front Street - 13 min drive - 16.0 km
Traverse City Beach - 20 min drive - 23.6 km
Getting around
Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 24 min drive
Restaurants
Starbucks - 10 min drive
Moomers Homemade Ice Cream - 4 min drive
Francisco's Market & Deli - 9 min drive
Boone's Long Lake Inn - 7 min drive
Qdoba Mexican Eats - 11 min drive
About this property
8 mi to downtown Traverse City w/Gameroom & Hottub
The Nest at Long Lake – Your Perfect Traverse City Retreat
Discover The Nest at Long Lake, where modern comfort meets rustic charm. This beautifully updated coastal home offers breathtaking countryside views and a serene escape, just minutes from Traverse City’s top attractions. Designed with your comfort in mind, The Nest features 5 spacious bedrooms, a fully stocked kitchen, and inviting living areas, making it the ideal getaway for families, friends, and adventure seekers alike.
✨ Key Features ✨ -- 5 Luxurious Bedrooms – Including two king suites, a queen bedroom, a bunkroom, and a private den with a sleeper sofa -- 2.5 Bathrooms – Thoughtfully designed for comfort and convenience -- Outdoor Living – Spacious patio with alfresco dining and fire pit for cozy evenings. New hot tub for relaxing under the stars. --Game room in the basement with foosball, basketball game, arcade game and Shuffleboard. Garage with ping-pong table and giant Conncect 4/Jenga -- Water Access – 1 mile to Long Lake boat launches & beaches -- Easy Access to Downtown – Just 7 minutes to Traverse City’s best dining, shopping, and attractions -- Local Gems Nearby – Moomers Ice Cream, DoJo Sushi, Fresh Coast Market, and Long Lake Grocery within 5 minutes
🏡 Spacious & Stylish Sleeping Arrangements 🛏 Primary Suite – King bed, ensuite bath, 65" Smart TV, & spacious walk-in closet – ideal for brides-to-be! 🛏 Second King Bedroom – Large closet for added convenience 🛏 Queen Bedroom – Desk space for remote work & plenty of storage 🛏 Bunkroom – Perfect for little adventurers 🛏 Private Den/5th Bedroom – Queen sleeper sofa, dedicated workspace, and window bench 🛏 Additional Sleeping Space – Queen sleeper sofa in the living room
🍽 Fully Equipped Kitchen & Dining -- Stainless steel appliances + all essentials for a gourmet experience -- Hybrid Keurig (brew a full pot or a single cup!) -- Spices, oils, blender, toaster oven & more -- Dining table for 8 + additional seating at the peninsula counter -- Kid-friendly amenities – High chair, playpen, children's dishware, books and toys
🛋 Relax & Unwind -- Spacious living room with serene views, amazing sunsets, gas fireplace, & a 60” Smart TV -- Board games & a multi-functional coffee table – perfect for puzzles, cards, or movie nights -- Fast WiFi & two Smart TVs with Sling live cable channels
🌿 2 Gorgeous Acres – Outdoor Oasis -- Patio with outdoor dining & grill -- Firepit for a s’mores extravaganza & stargazing -- Expansive driveway for boat/RV parking
🐾 Pet-Friendly! -- Traveling with your furry friend? Pets are welcome with a $100 pet fee – let us know in advance, and we’ll have pet amenities ready!
❄ Summer Fun Just Minutes Away! -- 10 min → Sara Hardy Farmers' Market 🌻 -- 12 min → Cherry Bend Trailhead 🚲 -- 12 min → Grand Traverse Commons 🚶🚶♂️ -- 34 min → Spa/Golf/Legacy Art Park at Crystal Mountain ⛳
💍 Dream Wedding Stay? We’ve Got You Covered! Located near Traverse City’s best wedding venues: -- Bay View Weddings at Gallagher Farms (5 min) -- Jacob’s Farm (5 min) -- Rove Estate Winery (5 min) -- Brengman Brothers Winery (13 min) -- Blue Bridge Event Center (15 min) -- Plus several downtown venues including Kirkbride Hall and the Historic Botanic Barns
📍 Convenient Central Location -- 2 min → Long Lake Grocery (amazing takeout pizza & wings!) -- 2 min → Long Lake Pickleball -- 3 min → Long Lake Beach & boat launch -- 5 min → Moomers Ice Cream, Fresh Coast Market, & Dojo Sushi -- 7 min → Downtown Traverse City -- 14 min → Old Mission Peninsula -- 25 min → Glen Arbor & The Homestead -- 28 min → Sleeping Bear Dunes
🏡 Where You’ll Stay -- Open-Concept Living Spaces -- Fully-Equipped Modern Kitchen -- 5 Spacious Bedrooms + Additional Sleeping Spaces -- 2.5 Bathrooms -- Hot tub, Fire Pit, BBQ Grill & Outdoor Dining Table -- In-Home Washer & Dryer -- Plentiful Parking (RVs & Boats Welcome!)
💫Guest Access - You will have private access to the entire home. ⏳ Quiet Hours: 10 PM – 7 AM (please be respectful of our neighbors)
📜 Short-Term Rental Permit: STR22-00094
💫 Need more space? Check out the Nest Collection of luxury vacation rentals in Traverse City & Beulah – ask us for special group rates!
✅ To finalize your booking: 📝 Sign the rental agreement sent after booking and upload your driver’s license on our secure property management site (for guest and property protection) 💳 $300 security deposit hold placed one day before arrival and released within 2 days after departure (a temporary hold — not a charge, similar to hotels)
Please reach out with any questions.
🍒 Book Today & Let Us Take Care of You in Traverse City! 🍒
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
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Pets
Pets allowed
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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
Property # 3210523vb
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
Cashless transactions are available
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadbolt lock
Frequently asked questions
Is 8 mi to downtown Traverse City w/Gameroom & Hottub pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at 8 mi to downtown Traverse City w/Gameroom & Hottub?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at 8 mi to downtown Traverse City w/Gameroom & Hottub?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is 8 mi to downtown Traverse City w/Gameroom & Hottub located?
This family-friendly Traverse City farm stay is located near the beach, within 3 mi (5 km) of Whelock Lake, Bullhead Lake Natural Area and Cedar Run Creek Natural Area. Cedar Lake is 2.5 mi (4 km) away.
8 mi to downtown Traverse City w/Gameroom & Hottub Reviews