Spectacular West Bay views on 58 wooded acres! 10 mins to downtown TC

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4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 8183 sq m

Popular amenities

Fireplace

Free WiFi

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

Kitchen

Enjoy the area

Traverse City, MI

Front Street10 min drive
Village at Grand Traverse Commons12 min drive
Traverse City Beach17 min drive
Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)19 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Guest Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Guest Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Lower Level Bunkroom

4 Single Beds

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

2nd Bathroom

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

Basement Bathroom

Towels provided · Toilet

Master Bath

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Balcony

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Discover the perfect getaway in Northern Michigan at our recently renovated mid-century modern home, complete with panoramic views of West Bay and nestled on a private sprawling 58-acre property. We invite you to be our guest and relish the charms of this serene retreat, featuring a top-tier chef's kitchen equipped with a 48" Thermador range with dual ovens. A magnificent stone wood-burning fireplace in the living room provides both warmth and ambiance, creating the perfect setting for relaxation and reflection.

For nature enthusiasts, this property is a haven, offering 58 acres of pristine woodlands with winding trails that meander through a mature hardwood forest, rolling hills, and captivating vistas of West Bay. During the fall, the colors are spectacular and you won't need to leave the property to see the best Northern Michigan has to offer. Keep an eye out for our esteemed residents, Harry and Harriet, the mature bald eagles, who call our property home and whose nest can be seen from the living and dining room windows. Since we've owned the property, Harry and Harriet have produced 2 or 3 eaglets each year in early spring (Mar-May).

A quarter-mile private blacktop driveway winds through picturesque terrain, leading to the house, which sits ~ 400 feet above the water. From here, you can revel in panoramic views of the turquoise and blue hues of West Bay from one of the highest points in Leelanau County. Thunderstorms are amazing to watch from this elevation overlooking West Bay.

**A short drive away lies the Sleeping Bear Dunes, recently hailed as one of the most beautiful places in the country by Good Morning America!**

Accommodations:
- Master Bedroom: California King Bed
- Guest Bedroom 1: Queen Bed
- Guest Bedroom 2: Queen Bed
- Lower Level Bunkroom: 4 Twin Beds (including a set of bunk beds)

Our home is thoughtfully stocked with linens, bath towels, beach towels, a barbecue grill (propane provided), a coffee maker, microwave, a 65" smart TV (please use your streaming service logins as cable is not available), Sonos surround speakers, high-speed WiFi, a washer/dryer, high chair, pack and play, bumbo chair for infants, and more.

PLEASE NOTE: Our property is situated on the west side of M-22, meaning the water is across the street and over the guardrail (typical for this area). Despite its proximity to M-22, it is very quiet and secluded. You can reach both Traverse City and Sutton’s Bay in under 10 minutes, as well as the many outstanding wineries our region is renowned for!

Local Attractions:
- 5 miles to Apache Trout Grill
- 11 miles to Moomers
- 1.5 miles to Brengman Brothers Winery
- 7 miles to Clinch Park
- 6.8 miles to North Peak Brewing
- 9 miles to Roman Wheel Pizza
- 21 miles to Chateau Chantal Winery
- 30 minutes to Sleeping Bear Dunes

House Rules:
- Strict no-smoking policy
- No parties, weddings, or events
- No third-party bookings allowed (the person making the reservation must be a guest)
- Exterior-facing security cameras installed on the driveway (facing West) and at the entrance/gate by M-22 (facing West).

Charter Township of Elmwood Short Term Rental Permit # 2024-40

Property manager

owner/property manager

Premier Host

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 5:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

ZERO tolerance for parties/gatherings outside of what has been pre-arranged. Violation of this rule will result in a $1000 fine and immediate eviction

No 3rd party bookings allowed without approval from homeowner

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

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

Property Registration Number 2023-40

About the area

Traverse City

Located in Traverse City, this holiday home is in the mountains and on the waterfront. Leelanau Cheese Company and City Opera House are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Great Lakes Children's Museum and Great Wolf Lodge Water Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf, or check out an event or a game at Turtle Creek Stadium. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Traverse City, MI

What's nearby

Front Street - 10 min drive
Village at Grand Traverse Commons - 12 min drive
Great Wolf Lodge Water Park - 13 min drive
Traverse City Beach - 17 min drive
Chateau Chantal - 32 min drive

Getting around

Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

West End Tavern - 6 min drive
Mari Vineyards - 19 min drive
Sleder's - 9 min drive
Harrington's By The Bay - 7 min drive
Apache Trout Grill - 7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Spectacular West Bay views on 58 wooded acres! 10 mins to downtown TC pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Spectacular West Bay views on 58 wooded acres! 10 mins to downtown TC?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Spectacular West Bay views on 58 wooded acres! 10 mins to downtown TC?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Spectacular West Bay views on 58 wooded acres! 10 mins to downtown TC located?

This family-friendly Traverse City holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 3 mi (5 km) of Lake Michigan and Brengman Brothers. Great Lakes Children's Museum and Lake Leelanau are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Ashley G.

20 October 2022

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

Beautiful home in a convenient location

Great getaway house in TC. Very clean. Beautiful views.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jan M.

15 August 2022

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

Breathtaking views!

This mid-century modern house has THE most beautiful panoramic views (including the eagle's nest) in Leelanau County! It was very comfortable, including the most beautiful & well-stocked kitchen we've ever had! It was a perfect stay for our family (5 adults plus an infant) and to have some other family over for a cookout. It's a great location, close to everything Leelanau/Traverse City has to offer. Dana is a fabulous communicator, always responding quickly and welcoming any questions or concerns. A memorable experience and a great find!

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

LINDSEY S., Mandeville

30 July 2022

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

Luxury treehouse with an amazing views

We had a refreshing and relaxing stay in the woods. The house is a beautiful blend of rustic and luxury, very thoughtfully appointed and well stocked. The kitchen is spectacular, if you like to cook, you’ll especially enjoy. Dana is wonderfully communicative and very thoughtful as a host. The home has an incredible view of west bay and Power Island, we spent a lot of time enjoying from the chairs. You truly feel like you are in a treehouse, beauty out every window. We loved the eagles (two juveniles learned to fly during our stay!) and the deer encounters. We had fun on the paths around the property and found perfect marshmallow roasting sticks. It’s a quick trip into TC or suttons bay for supplies and a great spot to launch explorations. Highly recommend a stay here, any time of year, you will not be disappointed!

Stayed 28 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carson S., Defiance

2 November 2021

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

Absolutely wonderful!

This property was everything that was advertised and more! The view from the house is absolutely incredible and a great place to relax after running around all day. We really enjoyed this beautiful property in the woods and were fortunate with better than expected weather and were able to use the firepit outside. The property is centrally located - downtown Traverse City and the many wineries are all easily accessible from this house. The house was well appointed with everything you can think of needing-better than any other previous VRBO's where I've stayed and the communication with the owner, Dana, was absolutely wonderful. She provided a helpful notebook in the house about everything in the house and the rules as well as suggestions for restaurants and wineries. The fall colors were stunning as well while we visited. We were very happy with our stay and look forward to visiting here again!

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lynelle M.

24 October 2021

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

Weekend wine tour

We had so much fun at this beautiful property. The view of the bay is breathtaking. The common areas are much more spacious than the pictures show. The bedrooms are all comfortable. We did not even use the basement area but it would be wonderful if kids were part of the trip. The location is close to everything and very convenient. We will definitely be back!

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

About the host

Hosted by owner/property manager

We are a family of 5 that split our time between San Diego, CA and Traverse City, MI. We love sharing all the beauty that both locations have to offer!

What makes this property unique

It sits on 58 acres of mature hardwood trees. It is one of the highest elevations in Northern Michigan overlooking West Bay. We also are very fortunate to have a pair of mature bald eagles whose nest is visible from the dining room windows.