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

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 493 sq m

Popular amenities

Free WiFi

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Explore the area

Traverse City, MI

Bass Lake1 min walk
Great Wolf Lodge Water Park11 min drive
Turtle Creek Stadium14 min drive
Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)16 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

About this property

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

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Lake view

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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. The Crown Golf Club and Hickory Hills Ski Area are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Michigan and Grand Traverse Natural Education Reserve. Great Wolf Lodge Water Park and Great Lakes Children's Museum are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and power boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking.

Traverse City, MI

What's nearby

Bass Lake - 1 min walk
Great Wolf Lodge Water Park - 11 min drive
Village at Grand Traverse Commons - 12 min drive
Turtle Creek Stadium - 14 min drive
Front Street - 14 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

Chick-Fil-A - 10 min drive
Taco Bell - 11 min drive
Culver's - 12 min drive
Buffalo Wild Wings - 10 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 4:00 PM.

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

Checkout is at 11:00 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, 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Bass Lake, and within 6 mi (10 km) of The Crown Golf Club and Grand Traverse Mall. Lake Michigan and West End Beach are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy E., Milwaukee, WI

19 September 2023

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

24 August 2023

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.

22 August 2023

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

16 August 2023

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.

6 August 2023

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