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🏖️ Beachside Couples Retreat @ The Shores | Deck + Beach Access + Champagne Welcome ➠ 5719

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A stone-arched outdoor seating area with wicker furniture and a round table, overlooking a scenic view of the sea.
A golf course with a pond, sand bunkers, and a flag on the green.
A bottle of Chateau Chantal sparkling wine on a table with a vase of flowers.
A lighthouse with a white exterior and a red roof, situated on a concrete embankment beside a body of water.
A hotel room with a bed, two bedside tables, a nightstand, a lamp, a phone, and two framed pictures on the wall.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • On-site fitness centre
    A rare find - enjoy convenient access to fitness facilities during your stay.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Massages in spa
  • Balcony
  • On-site fitness centre
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Williamsburg, MI
  • Place, Grand Traverse Resort Golf Course
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Traverse City Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Front Street
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Common Space

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

🏖️ Beachside Couples Retreat @ The Shores | Deck + Beach Access + Champagne Welcome ➠ 5719

Beachside Couples Retreat at The Shores

Tucked beneath towering pines and overlooking a gently flowing creek, this renovated studio at The Shores offers a peaceful setting for a romantic getaway, solo retreat, or quiet escape near the water.

Enjoy morning coffee or an evening glass of wine on the private second-floor deck, then follow the scenic boardwalk to 600 feet of shared sandy beach on East Grand Traverse Bay.

The studio sleeps up to 4 with a queen bed and a queen sleeper sofa, a renovated kitchenette (no oven), and glass doors opening onto the private deck. Seasonal kayak, paddleboard, and boat rentals are available nearby.

A note on the pool: access isn't included with the reservation, though a spa treatment at Grand Traverse Resort unlocks same-day access. Most guests spend their time at the nearby beach instead.

Every stay includes a bottle of Chateau Chantal sparkling wine plus local perks for wine tours, boat rentals, and yoga.

Grand Traverse Resort is about 5 minutes away, with downtown Traverse City 10 minutes further and wine country 25 minutes out.

Morning coffee on the deck, an evening glass of wine, and 600 feet of shared sand just a short walk away — this renovated Shores studio is built for slowing down. Come experience a calmer side of Traverse City.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
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

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1588714vb
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 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

Acme

Located in Williamsburg, this condo is in a rural area and on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Traverse City Beach. Music House Museum and Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf are also worth visiting. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or try out other outdoor activities such as snowmobiling and sledging.
Map
Williamsburg, MI

What's nearby

  • Grand Traverse Resort Golf Course - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Traverse City Beach - 3 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Traverse City State Park - 4 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Front Street - 9 min drive - 10.1 km
  • Village at Grand Traverse Commons - 16 min drive - 16.3 km

Getting around

  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Culver's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Aerie Restaurant & Lounge - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 🏖️ Beachside Couples Retreat @ The Shores | Deck + Beach Access + Champagne Welcome ➠ 5719 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at 🏖️ Beachside Couples Retreat @ The Shores | Deck + Beach Access + Champagne Welcome ➠ 5719?

As of 25 September 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 🏖️ Beachside Couples Retreat @ The Shores | Deck + Beach Access + Champagne Welcome ➠ 5719 on 27 September 2026 start from NZ$713, 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 🏖️ Beachside Couples Retreat @ The Shores | Deck + Beach Access + Champagne Welcome ➠ 5719?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at 🏖️ Beachside Couples Retreat @ The Shores | Deck + Beach Access + Champagne Welcome ➠ 5719?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 🏖️ Beachside Couples Retreat @ The Shores | Deck + Beach Access + Champagne Welcome ➠ 5719?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is 🏖️ Beachside Couples Retreat @ The Shores | Deck + Beach Access + Champagne Welcome ➠ 5719 located?

Nestled on the beach, this Williamsburg condo building is within a 10-minute walk of Grand Traverse Bay and Lake Michigan. Grand Traverse Resort Golf Course and Music House Museum are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 18 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 18 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 18 reviews

7.0/10

Cleanliness

4.0/10

Amenities

6.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.0/10

Check-in

5.6/10

Communication

7.0/10

Location

5.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Communication
Location was great!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Our stay was amazing!

Everything was great! Such an incredible location with a lovely room!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Nice

The vacation rental was cozy and comfortable
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

5 Stars

The vacation rental had a stylish and elegant vibe.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2020
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful Condo

Loved the condo and location. Clean, comfortable and well appointed. We'll be back.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Quiet Clean Traverse City Condo

The condo was exactly as explained. We were so appreciative of the quiet and cleanliness. The location was perfect for going to Traverse and surrounding areas. The beach and the sunsets were spectacular. We also appreciated the boat rental being so close.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

5 Stars

Excellent!! We had a wonderful time.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great Stay!

Our stay was wonderful at the condo! We had no issues checking in and out. The apartment was clean and cozy. Some of the pans and utensils could be replaced on the kitchen but it was usable and not an issue. The host provided a bottle of wine and a wine tasting pass. Overall a great stay!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Excellent experience

We are repeat customers and enjoy the condo units. However we were unable to find coffee filters.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

4 Stars

We had a kind of rocky start with some issues maintenance had to come address, but they were very polite and made it right. The condo itself was nice and the location wasn't too far of a drive to Downtown TC.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

5 Stars

Excellent again! Next time we'll have to ask for a first floor condo due to not able to do stairs.
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, communication
I paid over $200 for one night in this condo and the door would not lock and was unlocked when we arrived. I’m appalled by the lack of safety and felt very uneasy and unsafe throughout our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities, communication
Communication was good until I checked in. 15 minutes after I entered the condo another woman open the door and said she had rented it for the exact same time. I told her I was already unpacked. I communicated to the management team that there were no no pans, cutting board or knives in the condo to cook with. They did not call me or communicate. I took a ton of food to cook for three days and had absolutely nothing to cook.. This was not a camping trip I should not have had to bring supplies from my house. I asked for a partial refund on my stay and have not heard anything in the last 48 hours.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

They cancelled our stay an hour before check-in

We were about an hour away( 6 hour drive) and we got a text that our reservation was cancelled( should have been a phone call!) We pulled off the interstate and called immediately and they said that they found bed bugs. They did not offer any help, but after asking them a few more questions we found out they had a reservation available through Thursday, which was better than nothing. We asked if there was a possibility of something opening up for the last night, and they said possibly. I had to initiate any conversation, and they never let us know, so we left Thursday and found a hotel for the last night. VERY POOR COMMUNICATION. I continued to receive messages about checkout and such that indicated we were checking out on Friday, but also received a message that our reservation was cancelled?
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Location!

The condo is part of Grand Traverse and centrally located to Elk Rapids, TART trails, Traverse City, and casino. There are many other things to do within a short distance!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Wonderful place, hard beds

The location was wonderful. It was a quiet wooded area. Not every condo at this location is directly on the water. Ours was a short walk to the beach, where there was sand, beach chairs, and a water sports area. The pool was closed due to COVID. The apartment had a kitchen and the location was a short drive to a grocery store to pick up anything that was needed. The apartment was clean and nicely appointed. The main queen size bed mattress was very hard. The pull out couch mattress was very springy (meaning you could feel every one).
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

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

Worst place ever!

Silly me! It said this condo was beachside and never mentioned what floor it was on. It wasn’t anywhere near the beach and was on the third floor with no elevator. The private beach was an absolute joke , and the swimming pool was for condo owners only! I would never recommend The Shores in Williamsburg, MI, to anyone! I have learned the hard way to make phone calls and ask a lot of questions about any rental property!
Response from VrboOwner on 24 March 2020
Hi John, I feel your title is a little extreme. With that said, I am very sorry to hear you felt this way. We hope all our guests make great memories and have a lovely time here.. We've had nothing but happy guests here this summer and we have a ton of returning guests year after year that ask for the Shores specifically as it is great for them and their families. Unfortunately the water was at a record high this year than previous years so the beach was smaller than normal. Something that is out of our control. As far as the condo being beachside.. The whole complex is known as beachside.. I understand it takes 2-3 minutes to walk to the beach from this unit. I am truly sorry you weren't happy with your stay - as I mentioned; 99% of our guests love it here. I wish you'd reached out to us so there was a way we could have helped bring more enjoyment to your stay at the time.. My best, Christian
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

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Hosted by Christian Gissing

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True North Property Management
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