"The Retreat" by Graced-Stays | Private Up-North Escape
This is "The Retreat" - where space, comfort, and calm set the tone for your Northern Michigan stay.
Your family will be close to everything when you stay at this centrally-located and spacious home! Proximity to East Bay, Flint Fields, Downtown Traverse City, Wine Country and Championship Golf makes this the perfect headquarters for your group. Tastfully decorated indoor spaces offer ample room for an amazing Northern Michigan getaway. The huge, wooded backyard provides a great spot to enjoy coffee on the deck, al fresco meals and chipping practice from the pro mat to a 65 yard golf flag.
Sleeping / Dressing Areas:
7 Private Bedrooms which include 2 Kings, 4 queens and 1 double bed offer the opportunity to host large groups. All Bedrooms include a "Smart TV" and 5 of them offer full "Makeup" areas with lighted mirrors along with 3.5 Bathrooms. This makes the "Get Ready" experience seamless before hitting the town, ceremony or wineries!
Kitchen/ Dining Areas:
Large, well equipped Kitchen offers multiple sitting areas including a Dining Table for 8. A 65" Smart TV will keep the group in touch with Scores while entertaining.
Outdoor Deck Area:
Huge Multi Tier Deck walks out from both the Kitchen and Dining Area. The deck has multiple seating areas including a Dining Table, Firepit Table and sun loungers.
Backyard:
Bring your clubs and enjoy the 65 yard chipping area from a golf mat to an actual pin and cup! Great area to warm up before a round or just challenge the group to a wager with a "Closest to the pin" contest.
Whitetail Deer, Fox, and lots of other wildlife can be observed along with the occasional visit from a pair of Bald Eagles.
2 Full Living Rooms:
Main floor you will find a spacious, vaulted living room perfect for relaxing, playing games and sharing some quality time. The 70 inch Smart TV is perfect for catching a game or binging your fav show!
Basement Living Room offers two full sofas, a bar rail with 4 Stools and kitchenette to offer a completely separate area to entertain. A smart TV and Sound system will keep this group busy for hours.
Front yard:
Seasonal views of East Bay with ample room for yard games or enjoying the cool breeze off the water.
Neighborhood:
Quiet and Private wooded lot in a wonderful location to all things in the TC area. Walk to the Bay, and stop by Stone Hound Brewery or Bayview Bar and Grill to quench your thirst before the short walk back to the house. Very close proximity to Championship Golf and resort amenities at the Grand Traverse Resort. Downtown TC is only a mere 6 miles and countless "Day trip" excursions are very easily accessible from this ideal spot.
Recreation:
This house is one block from the TART Trail which connects to miles of walking and biking opportunities.
Bring your kayaks to enjoy a serene trip around the south end of East Bay. The crystal clear and often calm water offers a great chance to enjoy the beauty of the area while being on the water. Very shallow boat launch is less that 1/4 mile from the house.
Fishing / Jet Skis and motor boats can be dropped in from multiple public ramps on both East and West Bays. The Driveway is plenty large to accommodate even large trailers.
Flint Fields is only 4 miles or a six minute drive giving you an ideal location to have as a temporary home base for the shows.
This house is one block from the TART Trail which connects to miles of walking and biking opportunities.
Bring your kayaks to enjoy a serene trip around the south end of East Bay. The crystal clear and often calm water offers a great chance to enjoy the beauty of the area while being on the water. Very shallow boat launch is less that 1/4 mile from the house.
Fishing / Jet Skis and motor boats can be dropped in from multiple public ramps on both East and West Bays. The Driveway is plently large to accomodate even large trailors.
Flint Fields is only 4 miles or a six minute drive giving you an ideal location to have as a temporary home base for the shows.
The house is equipped with a SONOS Music system throughout. Music and volume can be controlled in each room (Including the deck) independently or play the same music throughout the whole house. This is a great feature to set a mood and is very uncommon in a short term rental home. (Host is a music nut!)
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The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Small events/gatherings are permitted with prior approval from host. Unauthorized events will be subject to a minimum fine of $1,000.00 plus damages.
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Property # 4114885vb
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
About the area
Acme
Williamsburg is home to this holiday home. Grand Traverse Resort Golf Course and Mt. Holiday 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 Traverse City Beach and Torch Lake. Music House Museum and Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf are also worth visiting.
Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf - 3 min drive - 4.0 km
Traverse City State Park - 4 min drive - 4.4 km
Grand Traverse Resort Golf Course - 6 min drive - 4.7 km
Getting around
Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 11 min drive
Restaurants
Culver's - 6 min drive
Burger King - 3 min drive
McDonald's - 2 min drive
Season's Buffet - 8 min drive
Aerie Restaurant & Lounge - 4 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is "The Retreat" by Graced-Stays | Private Up-North Escape pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at "The Retreat" by Graced-Stays | Private Up-North Escape?
As of 6 August 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at "The Retreat" by Graced-Stays | Private Up-North Escape on 16 August 2026 start from NZ$11,827, 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 "The Retreat" by Graced-Stays | Private Up-North Escape?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at "The Retreat" by Graced-Stays | Private Up-North Escape?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at "The Retreat" by Graced-Stays | Private Up-North Escape?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is "The Retreat" by Graced-Stays | Private Up-North Escape located?
Situated in Williamsburg, this holiday home is 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Grand Traverse Bay and 2.2 mi (3.5 km) from Traverse City Beach. Mt. Holiday Ski Area and Grand Traverse Resort Golf Course are also within 3 miles (5 km).
Reviews
10
Exceptional
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We took an extended family of 9 adults to TC for the week and had a wonderful experience with this property and our hosts. Everyone commented at how clean and comfortable the property is, being spacious and very well located. The kitchen is well equipped (regular coffee pot and a Keurig as well) with a large selection of kitchen gadgets. There is enough room for several people to prepare food at one time. A large coffee table in the living room saw a 1000 piece jigsaw puzzle completed and the generous back deck was maximally used. Highly recommend, would happily stay again.
The hosts were very accommodating for early check in and making sure we had what we needed during our stay. The house was spacious, clean, and comfortable!
We so enjoyed the beautiful, well stocked, and spacious house. The owners were very helpful and excelled in communicating. We went to the beaches, lighthouse, downtown and wineries. We all had a great time!
Perfect spot to stay with a group, great location in TC
This place was perfect! The house was exactly like the pictures and very clean. Came here with a group of guys for a golf trip and it was the perfect location. The backyard was very nice and we really enjoyed it. Michael was very responsive and accommodating. He left a very nice welcome package for me and the group to enjoy. I would definitely recommend!
Our host did an excellent job of making sure we had everything we needed. The kitchen drawers were labeled so it was easy to find what we needed to prepare meals. Pantry had some basic ingredients. We received an on-line guide book that had detailed instructions and information which was fantastic! The outside patio was a wonderful place to relax, visit and watch the kids play. All of us enjoyed watching a family of deer run and frolic in the evening! Definitely would come back here!
We stayed at this beautiful home near Traverse City for a work trip, and it was absolutely perfect for our needs. Our team of educators was in town for a conference, and this home provided the ideal setting to both collaborate and unwind.There was ample space for everyone to feel comfortable, and the layout allowed us to spend quality time developing long-term goals while also enjoying time together outside of the conference. The location is fantastic—close to everything we needed but still quiet and peaceful.The house was clean, the beds were very comfortable, and the host went above and beyond with a personalized welcome package and thoughtful touches throughout the home. Communication with the host was excellent from start to finish—they were responsive, helpful, and welcoming.Highly recommend this property for both professional and personal stays—we’ll definitely be back if we’re in the area again!
MICHELLE W.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
About the host
Hosted by Michael Kelly
With years of Hospitality and Hotel Management as a career, I am loving the opportunity to do what I love to help create special experiences through my vacation rentals. I am a frequent traveler and a consumer and attempt to provide anything I would look for in a vacation home so my guests can experience the joy I feel in a premier property. Hospitality is my joy and I look forward to taking care of you and yours!
*Born in the 60s *My work: Hotel General Mgr. *Fun fact: Played College Baseball *What makes my home unique: The Vibe! *For guests, I always: Attempt to surpass expectations! *Where I went to school: Grand Valley State University *I'm obsessed with: Golf Lives in Traverse City, MI
Why they chose this property
This home was built by my Father in Law over 40 years ago and has been in the Family since then. My Wife, Miranda grew up in this home and we take great pride in helping others create wonderful memories much the same as we have for decades. We aim to provide a very pleasant and tastefully decorated "Home" for your group to enjoy while exploring all that the Grand Traverse Bay Area has to offer.
Languages:
English
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests