With space for 12 guests, this vacation home features 5 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. It offers opportunities for birdwatching, fishing, hiking, and biking. The patio provides a great outdoor area for relaxation, and the property is pet-friendly, making it suitable for adventure travelers looking to enjoy the waterfront location.
Highlights
Room to spread out
Enjoy spacious layout that give everyone more room to relax.
Centrally-located
You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
Discover nearby landmarks
Close to Lake Michigan
5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12
Popular amenities
Dog-friendly
Barbecue
Patio
Air-conditioning
Washing machine
Internet
Explore the area
Suttons Bay, MI
Grand Traverse Bay
Place, Grand Traverse Bay
1 min walk
Nathaniel Rose Wine
Place, Nathaniel Rose Wine
11 min walk
beach near North Pebble Beach Drive
Place, beach near North Pebble Beach Drive
1 min drive
Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
Airport, Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
37 min drive
Rooms & beds
5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 4
4 Single Beds
Bedroom 5
1 Queen Bed
Other Space 1
1 Double Sofa Bed
3 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 2
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Bathroom 3
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
About this property
Lodge-style home in Suttons Bay. Main house & caboose. Central A/C. Dog ok.
This 5-bedroom, 3-bathroom home welcomes up to 14 guests during the warm months and sleeps up to 12 during fall/winter/spring when the caboose is unavailable.
Envision a private expanse consisting of 350 feet of pristine, deep water on 5 acres of secluded wooded terrain. Alongside the five bedrooms, a fully furnished railroad caboose car offers a unique recreational space, providing an exciting retreat for children or grandchildren.
Upon entering the galley-style full kitchen, ample space is available for cooking. Adjacent to the kitchen, the expansive living room affords breathtaking vistas of the bay and features a sizable stone fireplace. Stone tile and cherry hardwood floors decorate the home throughout. Access to cable TV, a DVD player, and WIFI ensure ample entertainment. The main level contains two bedrooms, with the master bedroom offering a king bed and an en-suite bathroom with a soaking tub and walk-in shower. Another bedroom on this level features a queen bed, with an additional full bathroom located nearby. The upper level provides three bedrooms: one with a queen bed, one with two twin beds and bunk beds, and the last with a queen bed. A twin sleeper sofa is situated in the reading nook, complemented by an assortment of books. A full bathroom is available on the upper level.
Outside, a wrap-around deck invites guests to soak up the picturesque views. Additionally, a grill is provided for cooking outside, offering a perfect vantage point to watch the children frolicking in the yard or playing in the water. A dock offers an ideal setting to watch passing boats and brings closure to a day of activities. A fire pit is available for preparing s’mores and winding down for the evening.
This home is an idyllic location for exploring multiple nearby attractions, including wineries, a neighboring casino, shopping, dining, and various other leisure activities within a short drive. The residence's proximity to Traverse City, Omena, Northport, and Sleeping Bear Dunes makes it an ideal base. Vibrant fall colors add to the area's allure, with the village of Suttons Bay offering an array of recreational and leisure options. The home is open year-round, with the exception of the caboose, as it does not have heat or a bathroom. (Caboose not available from Labor Day in September to Memorial Day in May of the following year).
-- THE PROPERTY --
Bedroom 1: king bed || Bedroom 2: queen bed || Bedroom 3: queen bed || Bedroom 4: four twin beds || Bedroom 5: queen bed || Shared space: twin sleeper sofa || Caboose (seasonal): two twin beds
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
About the area
Suttons Bay
Located in Suttons Bay, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Historic Fishtown and Mission Point Lighthouse are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Nathaniel Rose Wine and 45 North Vineyard & Winery. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby fishing, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and hiking/biking trails.
beach near North Pebble Beach Drive - 1 min drive - 1.8 km
Leelanau Sands Casino - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore - 18 min drive - 27.0 km
Getting around
Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 44 min drive
Restaurants
Hop Lot Brewing Company - 5 min drive
VI Grill - 5 min drive
Big Dex's Pizzeria - 2 min drive
Roman Wheel Pizza & Subs - 5 min drive
Fiddleheads - 10 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Lodge-style home in Suttons Bay. Main house & caboose. Central A/C. Dog ok. pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).
How much does it cost to stay at Lodge-style home in Suttons Bay. Main house & caboose. Central A/C. Dog ok.?
As of 7 October 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lodge-style home in Suttons Bay. Main house & caboose. Central A/C. Dog ok. on 11 October 2026 start from NZ$2,323, 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.
What time is check-in at Lodge-style home in Suttons Bay. Main house & caboose. Central A/C. Dog ok.?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Lodge-style home in Suttons Bay. Main house & caboose. Central A/C. Dog ok.?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Lodge-style home in Suttons Bay. Main house & caboose. Central A/C. Dog ok. located?
Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is steps away from Grand Traverse Bay and Lake Michigan. Nathaniel Rose Wine and Leelanau Sands Casino are also within 2 miles (3 km).
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
The sun and moon rises were fantastic. The property was close to everything (Casino, Wineries, Restaurants, etc)
The house was perfect for our group of 9 adults (3 couples and 3 singles). It was exactly as described and perfect for our friends vacation. The house was very well maintained and had everything we needed. We loved the setting with the beautiful view of the bay, large patio and backyard, beach (including 2 kayaks), and fire pit. We would love to come back!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 28 September 2026
Wonderful! We are pleased to know that you enjoyed this lovely bayside home with all the extra amenities and beautiful views
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
A guest from Berkeley, CA
21 September 2026
Beautiful Place
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
The main house was as close to perfect as you could ask. Clean, comfortable, and absolutely beautiful. The property is also wonderful. The Caboose is definitely cute, although it is quite damp. Also, bed access in the caboose requires a climb, which was not problem for us, but could be others.
Response from VrboOwner on 29 September 2026
We appreciate your review of this property. So glad it was a good fit for your group.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Anne M.
20 July 2026
Perfect for a big family vacation!!
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We could not have loved this place more!! The property is beautiful, the house is comfortable and roomy, there is everything you need in the kitchen for big family meals! The AC worked great (the upstairs is a little warm but there are fans). The photos do not do it justice. Lots of books & games (helped because we were inside a couple days due to wildfire smoke) It is just a really homey place and we had a wonderful week.
Response from VrboOwner on 21 July 2026
So glad to hear that this home was a hit for the entire family! Thank you for taking the time to share your experience.
The property was as advertised. The view is amazing, the proximity to downtown Sutton's Bay is perfect. The home was charming and very comfortable for 3 families with adult children.
Our family had a perfect Thanksgiving weekend. The house is gorgeous and had everything we needed. We had a fire in the fireplace all weekend and watched the snow fall over the bay.
We were with a group of 10!! The accomodations were outstanding!! The home was clean, very well stocked for our cooking needs and a great location for our wine tasting stops. We were very pleased with our home and would definitely stay again! The layout of the home was perfect for our needs!
Thank you!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Bilal Z.
7 October 2023
Great time
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
The house is very clean and beautiful and the location is owsome
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 8 October 2023
So glad you enjoyed your stay at this lovely home!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Kay H.
22 December 2020
Tranquility
Rating Details:
The property manager was more than helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Beautiful home with so much history and comfort.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 23 December 2020
Thank you ! We so appreciate you taking time to let us know that this home - was a good fit!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Nertil P.
18 June 2020
Great place to relax
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
This place was absolutely fantastic....a group of us stayed and the place was clean and a great location by the water. Will be back for sure!
Response from VrboOwner on 30 May 2022
We are so pleased to hear that you enjoyed this lovely property! We look forward to your return.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Kelly N.
24 July 2021
July vacation
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
This was our second stay at this property. Everything was great, no issues with our stay. Beautiful view, feels secluded.
Response from VrboOwner on 26 July 2021
Oh so wonderful to know! Thank you. We are so glad you returned and look forward to your next visit.
Five couples stayed at Caboose Royale while doing the Taste of the Season Wine tour. It was clean, comfortable, and centrally located. Felt like home and accommodated all of us. We cooked in and the table sat all ten of us. Had a campfire right on the bay shore. We had a great time, but then we never put anyone else in charge of our fun. :-)
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 21 November 2023
So glad you enjoyed! Always good to be in charge!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Kathy H.
13 April 2021
Weekend Getaway
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Beautiful cottage with ample space! We had a great time with our adult children cooking in the large kitchen and playing games. It truly felt like home and was very cozy. We will definitely be back!
Response from VrboOwner on 16 April 2021
Oh Wonderful ! We are so happy to hear that you found a home away from home! We look forward to your return.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Craig D.
22 June 2022
Suttons Bay Delight
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Spent June 12-19 at the Caboose Royale on Grand Traverse Bay. Stayed with three of our four adult children and significant others. Home was clean, comfortable and had a beautiful view of the lake. All in all, it was a great location.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 27 June 2022
Thank you for letting us know that this home worked well for your family!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Barb M.
27 September 2023
Loved this home!
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Had a great stay at the Caboose Royale this September. Great house, beautiful location, lots of extras (kayaks, giant sand box, croquet, trails in the woods with interesting art work, etc). Only a few miles from Suttons Bay. Hope to come back in the summer sometime.
Response from VrboOwner on 29 September 2023
Thank you! We are so pleased to know that this home was a good fit for you! We look forward to your return.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Riley N.
10 November 2020
Perfect Kid-free friends’ getaway
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We had the best time at this beautiful home for a best “friendcation” with 4 other couples. The house had absolutely everything we needed and the location was absolutely perfect! We had a bonfire every night, rock hunted with coffee in hand every morning and enjoyed each other’s company so much.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 11 May 2022
How wonderful ! Sounds like you found the perfect formula for a return visit!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Anne S.
23 January 2023
Sutton’s Bay Getaway
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Beautiful cozy home right on Sutton’s Bay!! A rustic feel with ALL the amenities!! Was the best stocked home I have ever rented! My family felt so welcomed and being pet friendly, we were able to share the fun with our labs!! Would absolutely rebook!
Response from VrboOwner on 30 January 2023
We are thrilled that you had a good time and would love to book you in for a future stay! Glad you felt welcomed and so did your pups!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
William S.
6 February 2023
And Once Again
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Once again...Enjoyed the snow...enjoyed the views ...enjoyed reading in front of the fireplace enjoying the warmth along with Buddy ...our reliable & loyal retriever ! Must have been our 10th or 11th stay !
Response from VrboOwner on 11 April 2023
Oh thank you ! We so appreciate you! On to number 12!
Archival
6/10 Okay
Amber W.
13 June 2017
Beautiful view
Rating Details:
The property manager was adequately helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
I was very happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
It was a very nice home and great view. The only complaint I have is the weeds and bugs (spiders, flies). I would def. recommend!
Response from VrboOwner on 26 May 2022
We are so happy that you enjoyed your time at the Caboose and of course we understand about bugs but some are tough to kill without killing our environment so we try to keep a good balance. Most lawns in our area are left more natural, that can include weeds unfortunately. We hope you will come back!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Margaret B.
3 October 2024
Sweet, Relaxing Paradise
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
From the moment we arrived our blood pressure dropped, the stress melted away, and we were ready to relax. The view is amazing, the lake is, well, the lake! The whole house felt like a really homey-home. So inviting, so comfortable, so perfect! We even stayed out at the waters edge to star gaze! A 15 out of 10!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 5 October 2024
Wonderful! We are thrilled to know that this house contributed to a relaxing time on the lake. So glad you enjoyed clear nights!!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Brent R.
25 September 2019
Amazing stay
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Fantastic house for a large group. Open living room and dining area with plenty of seating. The yard is great for running around with kids and dogs. Very private location. The dock was fun to swim from. We would rent this house again. Very nice. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 18 March 2020
Perfect! So nice to hear this home was a good fit for the entire family!
From a partner site
8/10 Good
4 June 2024
Annual Crew trip
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was somewhat dirty.
I was very happy with the location.
I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Awesome spot, great views, felt private. We were shocked with the condition of yard and the cleanliness at first but Visit Up North took care of that as soon as we mentioned it! The woods were a very cool find as well (the many art structures).Close to Suttons Bay and the casino!
Response from VrboOwner on 4 June 2024
We are so pleased to know that you found this an awesome spot, private and great views.
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