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2 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 5
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free Wi-Fi
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Cedar, MI
Lime Lake
Place, Lime Lake
2 min drive
Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore
Place, Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore
4 min drive
Manitou Passage Golf Club
Place, Manitou Passage Golf Club
5 min drive
Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
Airport, Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
36 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom 1
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Bathroom 2
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
First floor
Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Dining area
About this property
2026 Welcoming You to Our Updated Sugar Loaf Town House!
Updated 2 bedroom town house or condo just moments away from Lake Michigan, Sleeping Bear Dunes, Leelanau Wine Trail, Bike Trails and so much more! Located at Sugar Loaf in central Leelanau County near Cedar, MI. The Sugar Loaf property has been designated as apart of the Leelanau Conservancy. This is exciting news for its future. Enjoy the National Lakeshore or Sleeping Bear Dunes from our location. Depending on summer traffic Sugar Loaf is 15 minutes from Glen Arbor, 20 to 25 minutes from downtown Traverse City & 10 minutes south of Leland! We have been visiting and vacationing in Leelanau County and the region for many, many years. Close friends purchased a unit (E#5) which is VRBO #859336 at Sugar Loaf 11 years ago. We so loved the location that we purchased our town house in December 2017. Since then we have completed extensive renovations and updates. As with any "home" there is always more to do. Our kitchen remodel includes new cabinetry, quartz countertop, and all Frigidaire Gallery appliances: dishwasher, refrigerator, microwave and convection stove with a smooth cook top. We have tried to make our unit welcoming, fresh and give you a feel for the Leelanau "life". The flooring through-out the first level for ease of upkeep is a barn wood style vinyl laminate. Above the gas fireplace is a 50" Samsung flat screen television. Not that you will have much time for tv. The first level also includes a half-bath, a counter height round table with seating for 4, plus we have 4 stools at the counter for additional seating. We offer WIFI & two Smart televisions. Upstairs there are two bedrooms, one with a king bed (master) and one with a queen bed. There also is the option of an Aerobed queen size mattress. It is easy to inflate & deflate. Each bedroom has private bathroom. There also is a Samsung television and cable box in the master bedroom. We have freshened up the two bedrooms with new comforters, bedding, towels, etc. each also has a hair/blow dryer. There is an iron and ironing board in the master bedroom closet. Outside the sliding glass doors we have a small patio area with a KitchenAid gas grill, side table, small table with umbrella, 6 chairs and a view of the pool. Grilling accessories are available in the storage closet. FYI: There is a no charcoal grills and no fire pits policy at Sugar Loaf. This is specified in the Sugar Loaf Association's By-Laws. We also are fortunate to have the patio flanked by two beautiful shade trees. The pool is open seasonally and guests are provided an access code. There are multiple beaches nearby including Good Harbor Beach when you would like to get some sand between your toes. Sugar Loaf has a near by golf course, & hiking. The Leelanau area is a biking paradise and this year there are racks to store your bikes near the units. Pets: As much as we love pets, we are declining all requests to bring pets. Additionally, the Sugar Loaf Association's By-Laws, don't allow. Smoking: This is a no smoking unit and that includes the space outside the unit. This includes e-cigarettes, etc. Washer - Dryer: As of March 2019, we have a full-size stackable Samsung washer & gas dryer in the downstairs closet. Laundry pods and dryer sheets provided, as feasible. Parking: There is a large parking lot so if you are traveling with a boat, pontoon, camper or trailer there is available parking. More Details: Assorted kitchen spices, herbs, cooking supplies are in the cupboards. The fridge contains basic condiments too. It seemed easier to provide Costco size ketchup, relish, mustard versus every guest bringing their own. Fresh herbs are available (as they survive) in small pots on our patio. Small Appliance's Available: Keurig (pods are not provided), Cuisinart Insulated Coffee Maker (coffee on your own), Oster Blender, Cuisinart Hand Mixer, Cuisinart Mini Food Chopper, toaster and electric griddle. Beach and Pool Update: The pool will is available from Memorial Day to Labor Day Weekend. As of this time we have several beach towels and a beach mat. However, no beach chairs or sand toys available. Questions, please don't hesitate to connect via email, text or phone. We can provide lots of information, guidance and years of visiting the area experience. We also have several close friends who live year round in the region and are a wealth of information. Visit and enjoy the Leelanau region from our centrally located town house. Warmly, John and Sheila Urban Smith
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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
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
About the area
Cedar
Cedar is home to this condo. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore and Lake Michigan. Jacob's Corn Maze and Sleeping Bear Point Coast Guard Station Maritime Museum are also worth visiting. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the snowmobiling and ice skating.
Cedar, MI
What's nearby
Lime Lake - 2 min drive - 2.6 km
Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore - 4 min drive - 5.4 km
Manitou Passage Golf Club - 5 min drive - 2.9 km
Front Street - 26 min drive - 36.9 km
Traverse City Beach - 33 min drive - 44.5 km
Getting around
Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 46 min drive
Restaurants
Pegtown Station - 9 min drive
Cedar Sol Taco Stand - 9 min drive
Cedar Tavern - 8 min drive
Cedar Sol Hydro Farm - 9 min drive
Broomstack Kitchen And Taphouse - 9 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does 2026 Welcoming You to Our Updated Sugar Loaf Town House! have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.
How much does it cost to stay at 2026 Welcoming You to Our Updated Sugar Loaf Town House! ?
As of 7 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 2026 Welcoming You to Our Updated Sugar Loaf Town House! on 15 May 2026 start from NZ$442, 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.
Is 2026 Welcoming You to Our Updated Sugar Loaf Town House! pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at 2026 Welcoming You to Our Updated Sugar Loaf Town House! ?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at 2026 Welcoming You to Our Updated Sugar Loaf Town House! ?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at 2026 Welcoming You to Our Updated Sugar Loaf Town House! ?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is 2026 Welcoming You to Our Updated Sugar Loaf Town House! located?
Situated in Cedar, this condo building is 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from Lime Lake and 1.5 mi (2.5 km) from Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. Manitou Passage Golf Club and Little Traverse Lake are also within 3 miles (5 km).
Reviews
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We had a great stay! Shelia is a great host! Property is clean and tucked away in a quiet pocket of the area, but a short drive to everything the area offers! We will be back again!
We love Sheila’s place! My husband and I go every year for our anniversary and it never disappoints. We love having the pool and beach nearby especially. The condo is always clean, cozy, and stocked with the essentials. It is pretty much our home away from home! There are plenty of restaurants and wineries nearby as well! We would recommend Shelia’s place to anybody!
We had a great time staying at the Sugar Loaf Town house. Check in was super easy and the town house has everything you need if not more. This was the perfect location to hike Sleeping Bear dunes, have dinner in Fishtown, rock hunting in Northport or a day at the beach in Frankfort. Sheila was an excellent host and if we needed to get ahold of her, she was just a text message away. We will be back hopefully next summer.
This is a very nice condo in a great central location. We were able to take several quick day trips to Leland, Suttons Bay and Glen Arbor. Sheila was wonderful to communicate with and gave us several good tips on places to go. There are wineries everywhere as well as Sleeping Bear Dunes National Park nearby. My first time to this area, I will definitely be back!
Shelia and John’s home is clean, well stocked, great location, etc! Shelia was a great host and checked in to make sure our stay was great (which it was)! Can’t wait to go back and stay again!
Hannah B.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 9 August 2024
Please come back & enjoy! We were just up for a couple days & it was heavenly to be north.
Beautiful condo with everything you need and more. This is a nice quiet condo complex in the heart of leelanau. Minutes from the beach. The host is always reachable and staff are available if you ever need anything. This was our second year staying at this condo. We liked it so much we HAD to come back. With any luck we'll come back next year too.
Nice, quiet condo near hiking, biking, and wineries. Host was great, and the condo was clean. We loved the notebook of local activities and restaurants. We hope to stay there again!
Amy G.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 25 March 2020
Thank you Amy for your very kind review! Please visit again - as you know the area is beautiful year round.
My family and I really enjoyed our stay. The condo was super clean and comfortable. The beach down the road was awesome! The owners were informative and responsive.
Our family had a great stay. The condo was clean, comfy and well stocked. It’s also very close to the pool. The owner was great about communicating. We were less than 30 minutes from the dunes, Fish Town, Traverse City and Lake Michigan. Would definitely return!
We had a great experience at Sheila’s condo. Location is perfect to enjoy all the fun Leelanau peninsula has to offer. The condo was clean, comfortable and extremely well stocked. Communication was thorough and kids loved the pool! Definitely recommend.
Melissa G.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 15 August 2021
Oh my goodness! Thank you! So happy you enjoyed your visit. Also, thank you for accommodating the dryer repair person. Come back soon!
Sheila is a wonderful host, providing lots of information about the area and responding immediately to all communications. The condo is wonderful - The beds are comfortable, the kitchen very well appointed, and the area quiet and within five minutes of Lake Michigan. We hope to stay at Sheila’s again next year.
Beverly P.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 11 September 2022
Bev! You just made my day & thankful for your kind comments!
We had an amazing stay and really appreciated how well equipped the property was! Everything we needed during our stay was provided.
The location was ideal for exploring the Leelenau Penninsula and the owners provided a binder full of information about the area and activities.
The communication with the owners was great and they were super helpful before and during the stay.
Highly recommend!
We had a great time on the peninsula enjoying the sites and visiting wineries. The condo at Sugar Loaf was perfect for the four of us.
The condo was well stocked, clean and Sheila was very good at answering any questions and proving recommendations for the area.
The location worked well as everything is easy to get to and Fishtown is less than 10 minutes away.
We would definitely stay here again when we come up North.
Sheila and John’s place is super clean and comfy! We felt right at home! The place was spotless and beautiful! Great location- short drive to everything in the area! Sheila was super friendly and a joy to communicate with! Check in was seamless. We can’t wait to go back!
We stayed in this lovely condo while visiting the area. The condo was beautifully furnished and extremely clean. It was well stocked with coffee, condiments, paper products, etc. The fireplace was warm and cozy. Sheila is a great owner and offered lots of suggestions on restaurants, wineries, and places to visit during our stay.
Nice townhome that was clean and had many household supplies. The pool was clean and nice to swim in, too. Host was easy to get in touch with and prompt with responding.
Tracy H.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 25 June 2023
Thank you Tracy! Glad we could host your family. Hope you are having an amazing summer!
This was the perfect location for our summer getaway. The townhouse is clean and comfortable, with all the amenities you could need or want. It was quite hot while we were there and the air conditioning was a blessing. The pool was gorgeous and refreshing. The hosts asked several times if we needed anything additional and made sure all was well throughout our trip. Can't recommend more highly. A wonderful place to stay.
Jeff M.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 11 August 2024
Oh thank you! We love hosting near & far! THE Loaf is a gem & I am glad we could share!
The house was perfect for us. Our 17 and 18 year old had their own room to hang out in. We loved the pool and patio. The house was clean, and well stocked with everything we needed. The hosts were great with communication.
Sheila is a true hostess and provides more than just a place to stay; offering suggestions for activities and even a bottle of wine upon arrival. You can tell she loves the area and wants guests to enjoy their time in northern MI.
The townhouse was clean, well stocked, and felt like home. If we ever go back to the area, I would book this rental again.
We loved the unit - clean, comfortable, everything we needed. Big bedrooms, comfy beds. We’d love to stay again.
The location was the true gem - close to Glen Arbor, Suttons and Leland and just a stones throw from everything else. We loved sandwiches at the Chees Shanty in Leland, fish tacos at The Cove, breakfast at the Hive in Suttons, and pizza at Millie’s in Glen Arbor. We love this special area!
Great communication from the hosts - they went above and beyond to make sure we were comfortable.
Lisa B.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 13 August 2024
Holy Moly! Thank you so much for all you shared! We truly enjoy hosting! Hugs! Sheila
About the host
Hosted by John & Sheila Urban Smith
John & I have been married since 1988. We were introduced by his sis Marty. Fast forward John was an attorney in Okemos; I was a youth development specialist with Michigan State University. We live in Williamston, MI. Our two adult kids are both recently married. Joey & Abbie live in Minneapolis, MN; Michelle & Hayden live in Okemos, MI. Our grand pooches too of course. We have an elderly pooch Gus who loves The Loaf! Sorry only owners can bring their dogs. Absolutely, love the location & our neighbors at Sugar Loaf. We love to host & entertain. Our goal is to have you enjoy our property as make lots of memories.
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