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Modern Cabin Retreat l Arbutus Lake l Close to TC!

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Enjoy morning coffee on the deck surrounded by serene woodland beauty!
Bright space with plush sofas and nature views to unwind after your adventures!
Bright spaces with large windows and chic decor invite relaxation and fun!
Cook up a storm in a sleek, modern space with a beautiful view of nature!
Enjoy the lush forest views from your private deck and vibrant seating!

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Hot tub on site
  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Air-conditioning

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Traverse City, MI

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

Modern Cabin Retreat l Arbutus Lake l Close to TC!

This charming cabin on Arbutus Lake near Traverse City is the perfect retreat for those seeking a peaceful escape into nature. The rustic design and decor create a cozy atmosphere that feels like home. The cottage features a spacious living area with large windows for sunlight, a well-equipped kitchen, and a comfortable queen bed. Outside, the cottage boasts a large deck that is perfect for relaxing and enjoying the scenery, as well as a shared dock that provides easy access to the lake for swimming, fishing, or boating. There are also other cottages on the property. Contact us to inquire about boat rental availability.
🍷 Discover Traverse City & Beyond:

✔Leelanau & Old Mission Peninsula wineries – Award-winning wine tours
✔Downtown Traverse City – Boutique shopping, craft breweries & fine dining
✔Turtle Creek Casino – Gaming, live entertainment & nightlife
✔Grand Traverse Bay Beaches – Relax at East Bay Park & Clinch Park
✔Grand Traverse Resort Golf Course-Set a tee time at the Bear, the Wolverine or Spruce Run
✔Grand Traverse Commons-Experience unique boutiques, galleries, restaurants or a guided historical tour

⛷️ Outdoor Adventures Year-Round:

✔Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore – Scenic hikes & breathtaking overlooks
✔Brown Bridge Quiet Area-1300 acres with 6 miles of trails to explore the Boardman River
✔TART Trail – Walking & biking with stunning views
✔Skiing & snowboarding at Mt. Holiday & Crystal Mountain
✔Vasa Trail – Mountain biking, cross-country skiing & snowshoeing (3K-25K loops)
✔Fishing, kayaking & boating on the region’s beautiful inland lakes

🎉 Nearby Events & Festivals:

✔Keystone Soccer Complex – Perfect for tournament teams & families
✔Great Lakes Equestrian Festival at Flintfields Horse Park
✔National Cherry Festival – A celebration of Traverse City’s rich cherry heritage
✔Traverse City Restaurant Week – Prix fixe dining at top local eateries
✔Traverse City Comedy Festival – Laugh therapy with top comedians
✔Iceman Cometh Challenge – Epic 30-mile mountain bike race every November

Whether you're seeking a peaceful lakeside retreat or an adventure-packed getaway, this prime location offers something for everyone in every season.

Book now and make unforgettable memories in Traverse City on Arbutus Lake!

**Winter rentals-please be equipped with 4WD /AWD. Snowy/icy roads are common and our resort and the surrounding area has hilly terrain. Please be on the look out for winter weather from the end of November though early April.**

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 10:00 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: dogs (limit 2 total)

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3496801vb
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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
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 cabin is on the beach. Shoppers can check out Front Street, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Lake Michigan and Traverse City Beach. Centre Ice Arena and Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf are also worth visiting.
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Traverse City, MI

Getting around

  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kingsley Local Brewing - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Peegeo's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The Village Cafe & Ice Cream Shop - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪K.I. Bar & Grill - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Babcia’s Corner - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Modern Cabin Retreat l Arbutus Lake l Close to TC! pet-friendly?

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

How much does it cost to stay at Modern Cabin Retreat l Arbutus Lake l Close to TC!?

As of 15 May, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Modern Cabin Retreat l Arbutus Lake l Close to TC! on 15 Jun, 2026 start from S$674, 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 Modern Cabin Retreat l Arbutus Lake l Close to TC!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Modern Cabin Retreat l Arbutus Lake l Close to TC!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Modern Cabin Retreat l Arbutus Lake l Close to TC!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Modern Cabin Retreat l Arbutus Lake l Close to TC! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Traverse City cabin is just steps away from Forest Lakes and Arbutus Lake. Spider Lake is 2.4 mi (3.9 km) away.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 23 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 23 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 23 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Imilio G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Great location. The lake was amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Jul, 2025
We're so glad you enjoyed the location and the lake—hope to host you again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

andrew h.

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

Good place

Good place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alexa N.

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

Birthday Trip

We had a great two night stay, was perfect for us to bring our dog.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris M.

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

Nice quiet place

Relaxing setting that is an easy drive to down town.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Edward X.

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

Great cabin for a weekend around Traverse City

Nice secluded cabin that is not too far from Traverse City or the Sleeping Bear Sand Dunes. Seems recently renovated, furnished with everything needed for a weekend stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicolle d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful time at the property with our dogs. We rented the larger pontoon boat for the day and enjoyed the 5 lakes. It was beautiful.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nancy M.

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

Clean and quiet

Had a great stay. Cabin was clean and in a quiet area. Host was very responsive and pleasant.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hunter H.

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

Weekend trip

Great place for my wife and I to spend the night for a weekend trip up north. Clean, cozy, and excellent communication from the property manager from start to finish.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joy H.

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

Great week!

We loved our week at Lake Arbutus. The day on the pontoon was the best! We also enjoyed a couple of days at the beach across from the state park.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan S.

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

Cute Arbutus Lake Cottage

Really enjoyed the pontoon we rented. Spent the whole day on the lake. Very close to the wineries and other Traverse City attractions.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie M.

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

Great cozy lakeside stay

Property was very clean and cozy. Perfect if you want a very upgraded nature/camping feel in a quaint, modern 2 person cabin. Nestled in an extended cul-de-sac by a little lake. Very peaceful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa T.

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

Clean cabin with lake view and beach access

We enjoyed our stay at this cabin. It was clean and had a lake view from 2 windows and the patio. A/C cooled the entire cabin. Everyone was friendly.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Troy&Nicole M.

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

Minimoon

My husband and I plus our dog stayed here for our minimoon and we had the best time! It was perfect for us 3 and it had a great view of the water and it was such a short little walk to sit near the water on a deck. It was so peaceful and our dog loved the location too! Would highly recommend :)!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan H.

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

Arbutus cabin

Lovely spot. Enjoyed kayaking, visiting family and the beaches of Grand Traverse Bay. Cabin clean, comfy, and cozy. Nice little kitchen. My only complaint was there is no place to hang a coat, open a suitcase, or put toiletries.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Carrie S.

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

Beautiful and peaceful

This was a really cute place to stay for the weekend. Traverse City was close by but we ate local one of the days. I would say it was like a hotel room on the lake. The only reason for the 4 stars...the online listing was because it said it slept 50 and that the check in/out time was different then what it said.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tammy P.

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

Newly Remodeled & Nice Location

These units are nicely remodeled. The one we stayed in was smaller, but not too bad for just 2 of us. We rented a Pontoon for the day, felt the price was a bit high but we wanted to enjoy the lake so it was worth it. Unit was clean and well appointed. Thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Jennifer J.

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

Cute little cabin

We came up to Traverse City for winetasting and golf. This cute little cabin had everything we needed to relax at night and was only about 20-30 minutes from downtown. We walked over to the shared dock and enjoyed the lake every day. Other cabins in the area were under construction while we were there, but I like what the owners are doing with the place. The remodels look really nice and up-to-date. We had a small incident and owner was responsive and easy to work with.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lexi H.

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

Weekend Getaway

My husband, our two dogs, and I stayed here during our weekend trip to Traverse City. This house is ~20 minutes from downtown TC, and the drive is super easy. The house is clean and accurately described. There are RV spots and other homes directly around this house, so it is very much a lake community vibe. It was very quiet all weekend and had no concerns with the people surrounding us. Perfect amount of space for 2 people and their pets.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Stephen M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our stay in this comfy little cabin. Updated kitchen and bath -- we especially liked the walk-in shower with soap, shampoo and conditioner dispensers, a convenient touch. Wish there had been a full couch in the living room and a few more hooks to hang clothing. BIG TV with a good picture. The development itself is nice and peaceful, with a small beach. Should note that to access it you walk down a series of stone steps with no handrail. Wasn't a problem for us but could be for those with mobility issues. Hot tub at the top of the stairs looked nice though we didn't use it. Beautiful view of the lake, including a partial one from the house's deck.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Sept, 2025
Thank you for your feedback! Glad to hear you enjoyed the lake views, the updated features and peaceful setting of the cabin—we’d love to welcome you back again sometime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lauri Y.

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

L Yow

Spare towels and extra blankets would be a good idea for longer/chilly nights.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deborah M.

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

Peaceful

This little community of cabins are nicely spaced. Giving it a vacation oasis. Probably a group of 10. Some are still in the process of being updated. The finishes are so wonderfully modern. The bed is simple but oh so comfy. Slept like a baby. Woke refreshed. You can stay and chill or wonder out and come back to relax. The only thing missing was a larger frying pan and some hooks or coat rack at the front door for fall and winter. Definently enjoyed my stay
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

August F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey H.

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

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