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Luxury Waterfront Log Home 15 min from Traverse City w/ Dock

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South view from wrap around porch
South Master Bedroom
Lawn view
Dine-in Kitchen
Extra lower level sleeping area for kids

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms5+ bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

+8
2 King Beds, 2 Double Beds, 4 Queen Beds and 4 Single Beds

5 bathrooms, 6 half bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Bathroom 4

Bathroom 5

Bathroom 6

Bathroom 7

Bathroom 8

Bathroom 9

Bathroom 10

Bathroom 11

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area

About this property

Luxury Waterfront Log Home 15 min from Traverse City w/ Dock

The perfect location for a family vacation "up north"! Hilltop Log Lodge sleeps up to 10 adults in 5 bedrooms with room for up to 6 children in additional sleeping areas. This custom built lodge is a true work of art and we are so happy to be able to welcome your family to experience our favorite place on earth. Private swimming dock on our 180' of private Grand Traverse Bay frontage May-Oct. Huge great room for gathering and dining. Game room, patio overlooking the water, outdoor firepit, full kitchen! We love welcoming families and are grateful to our guests who return to vacation at our home year after year!

We are available by phone (call/text) 24/7 during your stay and have an emergency contact in the area in case an urgent need arises.

Located near scenic M22 15 minutes from Traverse City, 5 minutes from quaint downtown Sutton's Bay and 30 minutes from Sleeping Bear Dunes. Surrounded by local wineries, cideries, small business shopping, state parks and forests, lighthouses and art galleries.

Parking available for up to 5 cars at the lodge. 2 car garage. 1 mile from the TART bike trail system.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 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

Property # 3121141vb
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 first aid kit
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

Suttons Bay

Located in Suttons Bay, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Shoppers can check out Front Street, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Lake Michigan and Traverse City Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Great Lakes Children's Museum and Jacob's Corn Maze.
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Suttons Bay, MI

What's nearby

  • Ciccone Vineyard and Winery - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Front Street - 19 min drive - 24.1 km
  • Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore - 22 min drive - 32.4 km
  • Traverse City Beach - 26 min drive - 31.7 km
  • Torch Lake - 54 min drive - 73.2 km

Getting around

  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hop Lot Brewing Company - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Brengman Brothers - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪VI Grill - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Roman Wheel Pizza & Subs - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Streetside Grille - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Luxury Waterfront Log Home 15 min from Traverse City w/ Dock pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Luxury Waterfront Log Home 15 min from Traverse City w/ Dock?

As of 14 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Luxury Waterfront Log Home 15 min from Traverse City w/ Dock on 30 August 2026 start from NZ$2,293, 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 Luxury Waterfront Log Home 15 min from Traverse City w/ Dock?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Luxury Waterfront Log Home 15 min from Traverse City w/ Dock?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Luxury Waterfront Log Home 15 min from Traverse City w/ Dock?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Luxury Waterfront Log Home 15 min from Traverse City w/ Dock located?

This family-friendly Suttons Bay holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 1 mi (2 km) of Ciccone Vineyard and Winery and Lake Michigan. BigLITTLE Wines and L. Mawby Vineyards are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 21 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 21 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 21 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 21 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 21 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sheri K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing property! Beautiful views, close to Traverse City and all the wineries…great place to hang out with friends - LOTS of room. Hope to visit again!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

theresa j.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Log home exceeded our expectations in size, view and accommodations for our family.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous, beautiful, laid out well, easy to get to!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Keith S.

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

Great location and home

Fantastic location, the home was amazing
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved our stay at Hilltop! The house was perfect for our family. The home and views were breathtakingly beautiful. Thank you for a fantastic experience. See you next time!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Keith S.

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

Amazing Place!

Our second year booking this amazing home for our annual trip to Michigan. We will definitely be booking again. Great views, location, and amenities.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Katie C.

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

Fun Family Getaway

Stayed with friends and family at this beautiful cabin! Can’t wait to come back to this incredible home
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 9 September 2023
We loved hosting you! We hope to welcome you back to Hilltop soon!
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10/10 Excellent

angela k.

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

Beautiful log home

Great way to celebrate a new year.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

A Family Getaway

A huge log lodge with space for everything a group would want to do and yet it still manages to feel very cozy. We enjoyed the house and views immensely and the location is great for visiting some wineries and getting out to great restaurants. But the kitchen is fully functional so you really wouldn't have to leave at all.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kristine M.

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

Beautiful home, views, and amazing place to make family memories!

What an awesome location so close to so many things to do! The home is beautiful and furnished with anything you would need. We all enjoyed the home, the views are breathtaking, and you can't beat the location. We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary D.

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

Wedding weekend

Loved our stay at the lodge! It is equipped with everything you need to cook in, and the rooms are spacious and beautiful. We had two families stay for a good friends wedding and the living arrangements were perfect. We had a bonfire the last night and were treated to some fabulous and unexpected fireworks on the lake. Definitely would book again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Tina M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Overall, a beautiful place. However, there are some items that do need some attention. but if those would be addressed, it would be a definite five star all the way. Accommodations are very comfortable, large gathering area, but also quiet areas where you can get away from the group if you would like to.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Lodge living

This is an exceptional property! Enjoyed the space and views. Easy for family to be together as a group or separate to private time. Great place as it rd close to traverse city and Suttons Bay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 3 July 2023
Thank you so much for staying with us! We are so happy that you all enjoyed your vacation. We hope to welcome you and your family back soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca S.

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

Wedding weekend

What a wonderful place. The home is beautiful inside and out. Fantastic views of the bay. Everything we needed to enjoy the weekend, celebrating our son’s ole mission peninsula wedding. We’ll definitely be back!!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lynne M.

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

Hilltop Log Lodge was wonderful!

This might be the cleanest vrbo we have ever rented. It was very spacious and the views of Traverse Bay were gorgeous. The only drawback was the beach/swimming area. The water level was a bit low and that may be why the dock area was not at all inviting for those wanting to swim. There was a foul odor and a lot of debris on the beach and a lot of grass/reeds growing off the end of the dock. But everyone in our family of 7 agreed they would rent this gorgeous house again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Myrna C.

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

Annual Siblings Weekend

We feel so blessed to have found this home for our annual siblings' weekend getaway. There were ten of us who stayed, and this beautiful log cabinet accommodated us and exceeded our expectations by providing all of the amenities we could have needed. This log home was spacious which gave all of us plenty of space to be together or have some private time. The home is absolutely beautiful and is decorated as a piece of art. The grounds and views of Grand Traverse Bay were amazing. We highly recommend this home to anyone coming to the area! Thanks Lauren for hosting us!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Amazing!!!

The Hilltop Log Lodge is an incredible log home with tons of space. Lots of room to spread out and enjoy a variety of activities. The lodge is very well-appointed with all the amenities you could possibly need. Everything was extremely clean. Beds were very comfortable with quality bed linens. This was one of the nicest VRBO's we have ever stayed in. Would definitely stay again! You will not be disappointed with a stay at Hilltop Log Lodge!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dan G.

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

Family weekend

Property is amazing. Large high-end log cabin with great spaces and nice comfortable furniture. Bedrooms very nice. We were a party of 8 and it was just right size-wise. Loved the outdoor fire circle. Perfect base of operations for all the adventure that Sutton’s Bay and Travers City have to offer…biking, hiking, views, wineries, breweries, restaurants. We’ll be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 10 October 2023
Thank you so much for choosing Hilltop for your vacation! We loved hosting you and are so glad that you had a wonderful time! We look forward to hosting you and your friends and family again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anne G.

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

Awesome property

This house was spectacular! It was laid out nicely with privacy for everyone. The kitchen had everything we needed…including spices…sometimes we have had to buy even salt and pepper at other houses. The basement game room had more games than we could get to in just 1 week. If there was any negative, it would be crossing a 55 mph road to get to the dock. Overall, we were very happy!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle W.

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

Beautiful Stay!!

We had an amazing stay at Hilltop Lodge. It lived up to all of the five-star reviews. It was so beautiful and had the most incredible views. The house was well-stocked and every detail well thought out. It had so much room that our family could each have our own space while also having lots of great areas to come together. The furniture and beds were so comfortable they just made you want to cozy in.Everything was of the highest standards. We loved to have our morning coffee out on one of the many outdoor areas while enjoying the view and to also sit on the deck and watch the sky turn colors at sunset. Suttons Bay was just a few minutes away. It, and the surrounding area, was also incredibly beautiful with many options of things to do and wonderful restaurants. There was something for everyone. We were all sad to leave and would love to come back someday.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

susan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely spectacular. This vacation home overdelivered on our expectations. The house is beautiful, spacious and so well-equipped. It's set in the woods, surrounded by calming greenery and soothing birdsong with breathtaking vistas of Lake Michigan. Inside, everything is so well-appointed to make for the most comfortable stay. The kitchen is extremely well-stocked with everything you'll need and wish for, including well-honed chef's knives, serving bowls and platters of every size, multiple cutting boards, a food processor, a hand blender and upright blender, a microplane, All-Clad and Le Creuset pots and pans, and more. We love to cook and took full use of the incredible kitchen offerings. It was such a pleasure to enjoy our family meals on the deck overlooking the verdant trees and the lake at a short distance. Betsey, the property manager, was very easy to communicate with and quick to respond. It was a truly wonderful vacation and we would be delighted to return, and definitely highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

About the host

Hosted by Lauren Brokish

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Hi! I'm Lauren and my husband, Jeffrey, and I are so happy that you are considering our home for your family's vacation. My mother, Betsy, is our property manager so we are a real family business! When you book with us, you'll be treated as you are... a valued guest in our home. No impersonal property management companies or auto-bots. When you communicate with us you are speaking with the actual owners of your vacation rental. We love the Leelanau Pennisula and are thrilled to offer our home so that your family can enjoy our favorite place on Earth. Please let us know what we can do to do make your stay amazing!

Why they chose this property

We purchased Hilltop Log Lodge recently from the original builders/owners. It has been lovingly maintained for over 40 years and is a true work of art. Your family can spread out over the 6 spacious bedrooms, play pool and ping pong in the game room, relax on the world's best couches (we promise) in the great room in front of the fire, enjoy dinners on the covered porch overlooking Traverse Bay or spend the day enjoying our new dock while swimming and boating. There is a trail down to the water that kids love exploring, a huge fireplace in the great room or an outdoor firepit overlooking the water, and plenty of cozy corners perfect for grabbing some quiet alone time for reading or just being still. Within a 10 minutes drive there are world-famous wineries, local cideries, local artisan food vendors and the charming downtown of Sutton's Bay. Traverse City is only 20 minutes away and the historic fishtown in Leland and the Sleeping Bear Dunes are just across the peninsula. We are 5 minutes from the TART bike trail and bikes and kayaks are available for delivery or local pick-up. Come to the lodge and enjoy an amazing family vacation! We are more than happy to provide local tips!

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