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Historic Wheeler Cottage on Scenic North Lake Leelanau
Beachfront holiday home with a fitness centre
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Reviews
9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
7 bedrooms 4 bathrooms Sleeps 17 5000 sq ft
Popular amenities
Explore the area

Lake Leelanau, MI
- Place, Historic Fishtown13 min drive
- Place, Manitou Island Transit14 min drive
- Place, Van's Beach14 min drive
- Airport, Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)49 min drive
Rooms & beds
7 bedrooms (sleeps 17)
Bedroom 1 - Master 1st Floor
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2 - 2nd Floor
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3 - Master 2nd Floor
1 Single Bed and 1 King Bed
Bedroom 4 - 2nd Floor
1 Double Bed and 1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 5 - 2nd Floor
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 6 - 2nd Floor
1 King Bed
Bedroom 7 -2nd floor
2 Double Beds
4 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 2
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 3
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 4
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Historic Wheeler Cottage on Scenic North Lake Leelanau
Now Booking for 2025 and Beyond
Discover the enchanting beauty and endless activities of the Leelanau Peninsula. The Wheeler Cottage is ideally located on North Lake Leelanau, close to Lake Michigan and charming nearby towns.
Our cottage is within 10-25 minutes of Sleeping Bear Dunes National Park, Leland’s Fishtown, premier golf courses, renowned local wineries and restaurants, hiking trails, and the sandy beaches of Lake Michigan. Traverse City regional airport provides easy accessibility with direct flights from many major metro areas. Enjoy water sports like swimming, skiing, fishing, sailing, and boating. Explore art galleries, antique shops, and quaint boutiques for a leisurely day out.
The historic Wheeler Cottage, a cherished local landmark on Warden’s Point, North Lake Leelanau, was built over 115 years ago (circa 1907) and sits on nearly 4 acres. Our cottage was one of the earliest cottages built by a prominent businessman named Warden on the east side of Lake Leelanau and could only be accessed by steamboat at the time The property boasts a verdant landscape of tall maple and cottonwood trees, lush grounds, and flower gardens. The Cottage faces west, offering stunning sunsets and over 360 feet of prime Lake Leelanau frontage with full dock access.
Constructed from local natural materials, the spacious Wheeler Cottage is approximately 5,000 square feet and features a foundation of large field rocks formed by ancient glaciers, with interiors crafted from wild cherry and maple woods. Most of the original maple furniture, now considered collectors' items, remains in the Cottage along with modern furnishings for comfort.
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Offline VRBO Cancellation Policy:
Due to the limited flexibility on how to define cancellation policy within VRBO, we offer the following offline cancellation policy:
Cancellation by Guest:
If you wish to cancel your reservation, please notify us as soon as possible. We will immediately relist the cottage for the dates of your booking.
Refund Policy:
If we are able to successfully re-rent the cottage for the same period and at the same rate, we will provide you with a refund minus any costs incurred in the re-rental process (e.g., relisting fees, discounts offered to secure the re-booking).
Communication:
We will communicate with you promptly regarding the status of re-rental efforts and refund calculations.
This policy ensures that we can provide flexibility to our guests while managing our rental property effectively.
Thank you for your understanding.
Discover the enchanting beauty and endless activities of the Leelanau Peninsula. The Wheeler Cottage is ideally located on North Lake Leelanau, close to Lake Michigan and charming nearby towns.
Our cottage is within 10-25 minutes of Sleeping Bear Dunes National Park, Leland’s Fishtown, premier golf courses, renowned local wineries and restaurants, hiking trails, and the sandy beaches of Lake Michigan. Traverse City regional airport provides easy accessibility with direct flights from many major metro areas. Enjoy water sports like swimming, skiing, fishing, sailing, and boating. Explore art galleries, antique shops, and quaint boutiques for a leisurely day out.
The historic Wheeler Cottage, a cherished local landmark on Warden’s Point, North Lake Leelanau, was built over 115 years ago (circa 1907) and sits on nearly 4 acres. Our cottage was one of the earliest cottages built by a prominent businessman named Warden on the east side of Lake Leelanau and could only be accessed by steamboat at the time The property boasts a verdant landscape of tall maple and cottonwood trees, lush grounds, and flower gardens. The Cottage faces west, offering stunning sunsets and over 360 feet of prime Lake Leelanau frontage with full dock access.
Constructed from local natural materials, the spacious Wheeler Cottage is approximately 5,000 square feet and features a foundation of large field rocks formed by ancient glaciers, with interiors crafted from wild cherry and maple woods. Most of the original maple furniture, now considered collectors' items, remains in the Cottage along with modern furnishings for comfort.
Check out drone video of property (copy and paste in URL)
https://youtu.be/d0y8JzxRtF4?si=iw4h3xl9gTi_zlAg
Offline VRBO Cancellation Policy:
Due to the limited flexibility on how to define cancellation policy within VRBO, we offer the following offline cancellation policy:
Cancellation by Guest:
If you wish to cancel your reservation, please notify us as soon as possible. We will immediately relist the cottage for the dates of your booking.
Refund Policy:
If we are able to successfully re-rent the cottage for the same period and at the same rate, we will provide you with a refund minus any costs incurred in the re-rental process (e.g., relisting fees, discounts offered to secure the re-booking).
Communication:
We will communicate with you promptly regarding the status of re-rental efforts and refund calculations.
This policy ensures that we can provide flexibility to our guests while managing our rental property effectively.
Thank you for your understanding.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Gym
Outdoor space
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House Rules
Check in after 3:30 PM
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Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Badminton,volley ball court,sandy beach, 2 docks
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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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 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 and a first aid kit
We should mention
A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Lake Leelanau
Located in Lake Leelanau, this holiday home is on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore and Lake Michigan. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Lake Leelanau, MI
What's nearby
- Aurora Cellars - 9 min drive - 4.4 km
- Historic Fishtown - 13 min drive - 13.3 km
- Manitou Island Transit - 14 min drive - 13.7 km
- Van's Beach - 14 min drive - 13.7 km
- Leelanau Sands Casino - 19 min drive - 19.8 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Hop Lot Brewing Company - 14 min drive
- VI Grill - 13 min drive
- Pedaling Beans Coffeehouse - 6 min drive
- Fishtown Village Cheese Shanty - 11 min drive
- Streetside Grille - 14 min drive
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by Rink Wheeler and Kathy Wheeler-Stoerck

The Wheeler Cottage has been a beloved part of our family for over 60 years. Purchased by our grandparents in the early 1960s as a summer retreat, it became a cherished gathering place for our extended family. In the 1990s, our father moved there full-time and spent the best years of his life there as part of the Leland community. He loved his home with all his heart and transformed it into a very special place for all of us. His legacy lives on in The Wheeler Cottage, inspiring a love for the Leland community in his children and grandchildren. We are honored to share this wonderful place with you. We hope that it brings your family much joy, love, and lasting memories
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