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Silver Shores Cottage... Silver Lake... Traverse City... So Perfect!!!

Beachfront cottage for sun and fun

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Cottage front entry way.
Roasting marshmallows and watching a beautiful sunset over the lake.
Cottage with hammock out front.
Cottage back porch. Glider is great and positioned for great view of night sky.
Kitchen: Opens to back porch.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 7850 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Traverse City, MI
  • Place, The Crown Golf Club
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Turtle Creek Stadium
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Great Wolf Lodge Water Park
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed and 2 Single Bunk Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Silver Shores Cottage... Silver Lake... Traverse City... So Perfect!!!

Join us for a stay and make memories that last a lifetime.

T h e P r o p e r t y
Located on Silver Lake in Traverse City, this charming 2-bedroom, 1-bath cottage is the perfect setting for a quick get-away or a long relaxing stay. This property resides in an expansive private community setting of 8 homes that share 180-feet of beautiful lake frontage. *Central Air Conditioning! *Comfy new Sealy mattresses.

Silver Lake is an All-Sports Lake,
Great for all-year fishing, swimming, kayaking, paddle-boarding, boating activities.
Clean, clear spring-fed lake. We even have a water-slide.

There are 2 Docks (bring your own boat or rent) -- the public boat launch is close (the next cove over).

There's a fire pit on the beach that overlooks priceless sunsets,

A shaded gazebo for when you seek shelter from the sun,

A sun patio with loungers,

A deck along the shoreline (we call it the wine deck). Beautiful view of SilverLake.

There’s even a large grass area at the beach for game-playing or just hanging out.

Includes:
Streaming / Wifi
Coffee Bar
Fully-stocked kitchen with quality cooking pans
Bed Linens & Bath Towels, Hand Soap
Washer / Dryer with some laundry pods
Gas Grill, Hammock, Picnic Table, Lounger
Front and back porch
Back porch provides a great sky view at night while relaxing on the glider.

L o c a l A r e a
Just 10 minutes from downtown Traverse City, one of the top destinations in the Midwest, there’s always plenty of summer and winter fun to be found.

Lots of great places to dine.

You'll be close to so many all-season activities:
Wineries, skiing, sledding, biking trails, breweries, fishing, shopping, golf, putt-putt, arcades, children's museum & more...

Add dates for prices

Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Long-term renters welcome
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 and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Traverse City

Located in Traverse City, this cottage is in the city centre and on the beach. Hippie Tree and Village at Grand Traverse Commons are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Great Wolf Lodge Water Park and Great Lakes Children's Museum. Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf and Centre Ice Arena are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Traverse City, MI

What's nearby

  • The Crown Golf Club - 3 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Turtle Creek Stadium - 5 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Great Wolf Lodge Water Park - 6 min drive - 7.9 km
  • Grand Traverse Mall - 6 min drive - 8.0 km
  • Bass Lake - 6 min drive - 8.3 km

Getting around

  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Silver Shores Cottage... Silver Lake... Traverse City... So Perfect!!! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Silver Shores Cottage... Silver Lake... Traverse City... So Perfect!!!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Silver Shores Cottage... Silver Lake... Traverse City... So Perfect!!!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Silver Shores Cottage... Silver Lake... Traverse City... So Perfect!!!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Silver Shores Cottage... Silver Lake... Traverse City... So Perfect!!! located?

Located in Traverse City, this beachfront cottage is in the city centre and within 3 mi (5 km) of The Crown Golf Club, Turtle Creek Stadium and Grand Traverse Mall. Lake Michigan and West End Beach are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 78 out of 83 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 83 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 83 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 83 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 83 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

William G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay, host was great and everything was easy. The private shared beach was awesome!Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A very cute and cozy property! Nicely furnished and decorated, and very clean. Conveniently located for tourism in the area. The lake is lovely, and we really enjoyed the sunsets in the evening.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very well mantained property with a great location! I would recommend it to anyone staying in the Traverse City area.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amber B.

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

Wonderful!

The cottage was the perfect place for my husband, baby and I to stay during our visit! Close to everything, quiet and clean, we would definitely return.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darrick G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful clean property. Unfortunately the weather was cold and rainy so we cannot enjoy the lake but would have been very nice beach and setup if weather was nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
As described. It met our needs as a family of 4.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sama W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy cottage with modern amenities within 10 minutes away from Traverse City downtown. Groceries, restuarents, recreation, and attractions are closeby. There's a beach lake down the cottage and amazing views, fire pit, sun deck and gazebo. We stayed here for 4 nights with family chilling by the beach and enjoying the views. I found it was exactly the kind of vacation I hoped for.This is a hidden gem and totally worth booking. We'll definitely be back again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sally R., Bluffton, SC

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

Lovely Cottage

We enjoyed our stay, the cottage was very clean and well equipped! Very nice beach area and common area!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie R.

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

Lake house

Excellent property and location. Second time staying here and would do so again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Taylor W.

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

Awesome spot!

The cottage was very clean and the beds comfortable. The beach and lake are very nice as well! We enjoyed swimming and using the fire pit! Close drive to everything in TC.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark H.

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

Quiet and peaceful

The home was very clean and tastefully remodeled. The location was in close proximity to Traverse City and restaurants. The area was very quiet and laid back and suited our needs perfectly.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dave P.

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

Nice clean lodging

We went to fish .Didn't do well but had a good time anyway. Lodging was nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stacey S.

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

Clean and Cute

This property was clean and cute! Very comfortable. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sharon E.

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

Silver lake cottage

We loved our stay ... from the host to the cottage everything was absolutely perfect.. we didn't want to leave.. we will most definitely be back⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emma M.

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

Almost don't want to leave this review

I almost don't want to leave this review because I want to keep this gem to myself! We will definitely be back. Location was so nice and the lake and amenities were so great.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melinda U.

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

Memorial day get away

We so enjoyed our short stay! We came for the marathon and a couple days relaxation afterward. The house was great, neighborhood quiet— it fit the bill perfectly. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristen S.

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

Just as Described!

The home was cozy, had plenty of basics for the stay plus great information on the area as well as board games and the firepit. The sunset over the water was our favorite part!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maureen R.

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

Wonderful property

Property was perfect for our family of 6. Plenty of activities for the kids to do. Owners were easy to work with and we didn’t have any issues! We will definitely be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rosalie B.

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

Beautiful cabin perfect location

Beautiful little cabin, perfect for the 3 of us. Draw backs was the unexpected hot weather for May and no AC. Lake is beautiful and clear. Lots of parking.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S., Grand Junction

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

Loved it

What a great little house. Comfortable beds, great shower pressure, location, lake. Check out time was a bit early. Wish is was 11:00.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gwen B.

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

Perfect Little Cottage on Silver Lake

First time visiting the Traverse City area and we picked the perfect cottage for our first mother/daughter trip. The cottage was clean, quiet, and comfortable, but still close enough to downtown Traverse City for shops and restaurants. We had everything we needed for our four night stay. The sandy beach area was exceptional and a great place to watch the sunset after a busy day exploring the area. Loved the cottage so much, I am already thinking about reserving it again for more adventures in Northern Michigan.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bob C.

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

Wonderful Silver Lake Cottage

We have rented several different cottages/houses in Traverse City over the past three years and this one was the best. Meticulously clean and well-stocked with kitchenware. Beds were very comfortable and rooms spacious. Great views of Silver Lake and close to downtown TC and restaurants and shopping. Would definitely stay here again. Very well done, Connie and Len! Thank you!!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah T.

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

Beautiful area!

The hosts are great the second you book. They reply to questions/concerns almost immediately. The cottage was SUPER clean and very cute. The location is perfect. The beach was wonderful and my two young boys were living their best lives between the water, the sand, the playset, and the gazebo area where they would "Rest". I highly recommend this property!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Prabhjot U., Baltimore, USA

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

Relaxation

Beautiful property, well stocked with supplies, the beds were very comfortable and very clean. The shower was lovely. The lake is a few steps away and wonderful to enjoy with cute little toads and fish and clear water. Easy access to Traverse City. Would highly recommend for a couple or a family. All the instructions were clear. We are very likely to use this property again. It was reasonably priced especially for the amenities and access after looking for at other places on vrbo nearby.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Theresa S.

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

Beautiful Cottage

We stayed for first week in July. Cottage was beautiful and had everything we needed. Close to shops to get essentials. Close to Traverse City, Glen Arbor, sleeping bear dunes and even took a day trip to Mackinac Island. Kids loved the lake. It was very clean and shallow enough they could play and swim. They really enjoyed the slide in the lake. Lake was never busy and usually had it to our self. Cottage was cozy and comfortable. Kids enjoyed the hammock. We very much enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Connie Lepkowski

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We have lived in Michigan our entire lives and have always loved Traverse City.

Why they chose this property

After experiencing vacationing at Silver Shores, we jumped at the chance to become owners when one went up for sale. And it just so happened to be the very cottage we would have wanted. We loved the lake, the beach, the cottage layout and everything about it. A dream come true. Our children have grown up at this cottage and we have so many great memories. Now, as our family is growing, we look forward to sharing these good times with our grandchildren.

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