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Bass Lake waterfront cottage close to Traverse City and Sleeping Bear Dunes!

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View from the double sliding doors in the living room.
Beach
Living area
Interior
Private kitchen

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 492.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Traverse City, MI
  • Bass Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Great Wolf Lodge Water Park
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Turtle Creek Stadium
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

Bass Lake waterfront cottage close to Traverse City and Sleeping Bear Dunes!

Whitetail cottage is located on Bass Lake just 10 minutes from Traverse City and about 30 minutes from the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. Bass Lake is an all-sports lake but best suited for fishing and kayaking. The cottage is located on 500 feet of sandy beach frontage. A charcoal grill is on the deck overlooking the beach and a fire pit on the beach with plenty of firewood is available for renters. Two kayaks are available for renters to use for free and we also have two paddleboards that can be rented by the day. The cottage has two bedrooms with queen beds and two bathrooms. There is a strict 4 person limit due to township rules. The upstairs bathroom has a tub and the downstairs bathroom has a newly renovated walk-in shower. The upstairs, where bedrooms are located, has lower than standard ceilings so if you are more than 6 feet tall, you might consider renting here carefully. If you don't like dogs, this property is probably not for you. We have doodles and a couple of other pups that frequent the beach area and they love people. They will want to come and say hi at some point, guaranteed! Traverse City is famous for many summer festivals and restaurants, but we can also offer easy access to a quiet lake and a beautiful trail system right out of your backyard. Our proximity to the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore makes our location perfect for those seeking beauty, freshwater beaches, and gorgeous vistas! We have something for everyone! Lakefront properties go fast, so act fast! Long Lake Township Certificate Number: STR22-00071

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Katlyn Meyers
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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 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
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

About the area

Traverse City

Located in Traverse City, this holiday home is on the beach. Shoppers can check out Front Street, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Lake Michigan and Grand Traverse Bay. Great Wolf Lodge Water Park and Great Lakes Children's Museum are also worth visiting. Kayaking and power boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking nearby.
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Traverse City, MI

What's nearby

  • Bass Lake - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Great Wolf Lodge Water Park - 11 min drive - 10.5 km
  • Village at Grand Traverse Commons - 12 min drive - 10.8 km
  • Turtle Creek Stadium - 14 min drive - 12.3 km
  • Front Street - 14 min drive - 13.6 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Buffalo Wild Wings - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Bass Lake waterfront cottage close to Traverse City and Sleeping Bear Dunes! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Bass Lake waterfront cottage close to Traverse City and Sleeping Bear Dunes!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bass Lake waterfront cottage close to Traverse City and Sleeping Bear Dunes!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Bass Lake waterfront cottage close to Traverse City and Sleeping Bear Dunes! located?

This Traverse City holiday home is on the beach, steps from Bass Lake and within 6 mi (10 km) of The Crown Golf Club and Fisher's Run. Lake Michigan and West End Beach are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 74 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kory B.

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

Northen Michigan lake cottage

The hosts were very nice people and very accommodating with great and prompt communication. The cottage is quaint and has everything you need.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Mary S.

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

Lovely & quiet, would have been perfect for a few things

It's a little haven of peace & we really enjoyed it. As the host mentioned there are dogs in the neighborhood which was fine with us (we love dogs!). We were a bit worried about some noisy jet skis but the host quickly reassured us & indeed it happened only once during our stay. Beds are very comfortable (but the pillows are a bit 'plasticky'). Like in many cabins the water's sulfurous. It smells but is safe to drink. It dissipates if you let it sit a while. The staircase steps are pretty narrow & can be tricky for a person with balance issue. All in all we recommend the cabin for anyone who wants to enjoy the quiet by a beautiful lake. For families/group of friends there are plenty of games available too. Now compared to other cabins we rented there are a few things we were surprised not to find hence the 4-star overall rating. We didn't find any shower gel/soap or shampoo, only hand soap. We don't expect a full pantry but since there was oil, spices and coffee we were surprised not to find tea or sugar/sweetener. Some foil or wrap to pack our leftovers would have been helpful. We didn't find a scrubbing pad or dish brush to do the dishes. The Welcome Book could have more practical info on the area: the nearest store for basic shopping, where to get bait, good breakfast place... Of course there's internet for that but it's always nice to have the host's personal recommendations.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan C.

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

Great Getaway

Great place to stay. Kayaked, biked & just relaxed. Lake is beautiful. Hosts are awesome, so very friendly & helpful. Highly recommended anyone considering, you won’t regret the stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Susan P.

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

Lake House

Clean and easy check in. Probably not the house for us - 2 elderly couples. More for a small family. One of the bedrooms was really small and one of the bathrooms only had a bathtub - no shower. Also - they had air conditioners / dehumidifiers running constantly both upstairs and downstairs - loud
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mariel C.

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

The perfect get away!

This was the perfect place for our friend weekend getaway. The house is right on the lake, which was so perfect and serene. Location is close to downtown Traverse City and Sleeping Bear dune. Jodi was super responsive to our messages and questions - we look forward to staying here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael E.

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

Nice Quiet Cottage

We enjoyed our nice quiet mornings on the beach drinking our coffee.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

gail T.

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

Girls getaway

Spent 3 nights enjoying the lake and nearby attractions. Short drive into Suttons Bay and up to Fishtown. Host was very sweet.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

kim z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Lake house

Beautiful view of lake. Fun to kayak and fish.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

A S.

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

Beautiful View

The cabin location was fanastic, right on the lake. Bass lake was quiet and peaceful. I enjoyed the kayaks and my son loved fishing on the dock. The house was clean and rustic. The neighborhood was private and felt safe. We enjoyed adventuring around TC and other surrounding areas. The host was easy to communicate with. We enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Lisa M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in

Rustic Hunting Cabin

As an animal lover, it was very disturbing to find a mounted buck on the wall that was not in the listing photos. If I had been aware of this, I never would’ve rented.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn W.

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

Beautiful peaceful setting

Perfect location for a family reunion
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adria L.

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

Quiet Rustic Retreat

A beautiful setting that was very relaxing. Nice amenities provided to enjoy the lake.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian C.

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

A great stay!

We enjoyed our accommodations and our vacation was very nice. Clean & quiet. Had a great time at Sleeping Bear dunes.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Duane K.

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

Summer 2024

This place is amazing, the beach was wonderful, everything was what we expected. They had the most amazing fireworks for the 4th, they did did not dissapoint us at all. I would recommend anyone thinking of staying here that you book it as fast as you can!! Thanks again to Jody for letting us use this place for our stay, we more than enjoyed ourselves.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cindy F.

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

Cute cottage

We had a nice time with our two kiddos. Great fishing, kayaks provided, super nice host, and convenient location. We checked out the Cherry Featival in TC and Sleeping Bear Dunes. Would stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michele W.

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

Beautiful spot on the lake

Quaint and quiet cottage right on the lake. Enjoyed having the kayaks available. Also, enjoyed the fire pit on the beach. Close to Traverse City and all it has to offer.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy E., Milwaukee, WI

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

Cozy house by Bass Lake

This was our second stay on Bass Lake, but first in this location. We really appreciated having access to a beach and kayaks, plus the fire pit was excellent. The house has all the things you would want for a long stay, plus the kitchen was well stocked with pots, pans, and utensils. The owners were attentive and friendly, and made us feel welcome. We really enjoyed our stay and would definitely rent again. P.S. I recommend bringing a pitcher-type water filter with you. Its a little bit more convenient than buying water by the gallon.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Carol G., Oro Valley

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

Water seeker

We enjoyed our stay because of its convenience to Leelenau Peninsula. It was located on a quiet lake that was great for fishing. Bath on each level. Hosts were responsive.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

Jill G.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Not worth the price of admission

The location was great, lots of local things to do and great surrounding lakes to enjoy. The beds very comfortable! The house could use a few enhancements; such as screens on the two glass sliding doors, window dressings that can actually close /provide privacy. Fridge froze items regardless of placement or temperature setting. Lake is great if you only want to fish/boat/kayak, not recommend for swimming if you don't want swim in the weeds.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daniel M., Bowling Green, OH

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

Great place to stay

The house was a great place for our family. The sandy beach was perfect for our young children to play. The house was clean and we had everything we needed. We would definitely stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jen T.

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

Peaceful retreat close to all the sites

We had a terrific week staying here! Pics are just as shown. House is clean, cozy, and well stocked. Very comfy beds! Loved having the 2 kayaks, and we rented the 2 paddle boards for the week, which was perfect. The lake is calm, warm, and has lots of fun sandbars to stop at. Life jackets are quite old so we just picked up a few of our own. Water shoes were an item our kids were glad they packed. We loved having a fire pit… many s’mores were enjoyed! We couldn’t believe how secluded the house was but so close to TC! 20 minutes to town where we jet skied, walked around the shops, and had a couple meals. It’s just 40 minutes to the Sleeping Bear dune hike/overlook, and 35 minutes to Fishtown. Jodie was easy to reach with a few questions and was very responsive. Highly recommend all around!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emmy B.

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

Little slice of heaven

We loved the location and the view. Within an hour’s drive to all the places we wanted to see. Having kayaks on the property was a plus!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Soledad M., Toledo, Ohio

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

Great location

Was very close to everything. Comfortable bed! Really loved that kayaks were available to use! Used everyday! Water nice and clear. Husband enjoyed fishing!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vonda G.

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

Weekend get away

Very nice location and loved the lake view
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Norbert T., Auburn Indiana

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

Relaxing get away

Just what we wanted. Relaxing get away cabin with the ability to fish right in front of the property. Very quiet at night. Perfect if you want to curl up with a book or if you want to kayak on the lake. We caught bass, perch and bluegill from our kayaks. Recommend bringing fishing gear if you like to fish.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

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