Waterfront in Traverse City. Pool table. NEW!!! Hot tub. Dog okay.
The main level features a spacious living room/kitchen combo with a great view of the Spider Lake. There's a large flat-panel TV with cable and a large deck just off the living room. The fully stocked kitchen includes a gas stove, dishwasher, and all the tools needed to prepare meals for the whole family. Additionally, there is a wood-burning fireplace in the living room. There are two bedrooms: one with a king bed and the other with two queens, each equipped with "Smart TVs” rather than Cable TVs. There is also one full bathroom and a half bath.
Upstairs, there's a bedroom with a king bed and a full bathroom.
The walk-out lower level features three bedrooms. One room has a queen, the other rooms have two twins and one full bathroom. There's a fantastic family/game room to relax in, with opportunities to play pool, shuffleboard, or Pac-Man. Afterward, you can unwind in front of a large TV with cable! There's also an enclosed porch off the lower level family room that overlooks the water (please note that the outdoor room can get hot and muggy in the heat of summer).
The outdoor area is fabulous. You'll find private lakefront with plenty of space for water activities. The shore is a bit soft, and the sand gets harder as you move out into the lake. There are four kayaks, a canoe, and a pedal boat available for water fun, as well as a swim raft. There's a boat launch just down the street if you want to bring your own boat or rent one. The property also has a dock where a boat up to 22' can be tied. Additionally, a gas grill, outdoor furniture, and a fire pit enhance the outdoor experience. Tippicanoe Lodge promises to be an unforgettable vacation. A well-behaved dog is welcome with an additional nonrefundable cleaning fee. However, their humans are expected to clean up after their pets outside.
Grace McDonald Park is about 2 miles from the house. Spider Lake is located 12 miles south of downtown Traverse City. It's an easy trip to the Great Lakes Equestrian Festival, which is only 11.5 miles away. Shopping is conveniently located just 5 miles from the property. At various times throughout the year you can also enjoy festivals, wine tours, hiking, biking, music, and more. Elmbrook Golf Course is only 5 miles away. There's so much to do in this great northern area.
STR # 005714
-- THE PROPERTY --
Sleeps 10 - 14 with up to 4 kids under 6
Bedroom 1: king (main floor) || Bedroom 2: two queen beds (main floor) || Bedroom 3: king (upstairs, private bath) || Bedroom 4: queen bed (lower level) || Bedroom 5: two twins (lower level) || Bedroom 6: two twins (lower level)
OUTDOORS: sand fire pit, gas grill, private yard, outdoor dining table & chairs, deck, kayaks, paddle boat, canoe, swim raft, and NEW hot tub!!
INDOORS: WIFI, DVD player, flat screen smart TV, Roku, 2 wood-burning fireplaces, pool table, shuffleboard, arcade game (Pac-Man and a ton of other games), dart board
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 deadlock
About the area
Traverse City
Located in Traverse City, this holiday home is in a rural area and 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 Centre Ice Arena and Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and skiing, and don't miss out on the ice skating and sledging.
Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 16 min drive
Restaurants
Culver's - 18 min drive
Burger King - 17 min drive
Kingsley Local Brewing - 14 min drive
Peegeo's - 7 min drive
Denny's - 18 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Waterfront in Traverse City. Pool table. NEW!!! Hot tub. Dog okay. pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Waterfront in Traverse City. Pool table. NEW!!! Hot tub. Dog okay.?
As of 26 March 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Waterfront in Traverse City. Pool table. NEW!!! Hot tub. Dog okay. on 25 April 2026 start from NZ$729, 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 Waterfront in Traverse City. Pool table. NEW!!! Hot tub. Dog okay.?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Waterfront in Traverse City. Pool table. NEW!!! Hot tub. Dog okay.?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Waterfront in Traverse City. Pool table. NEW!!! Hot tub. Dog okay.?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Waterfront in Traverse City. Pool table. NEW!!! Hot tub. Dog okay. located?
This family-friendly Traverse City holiday home is located on the waterfront, just steps away from Forest Lakes and Spider Lake. Arbutus Lake and High Lake are also within 2 miles (3 km).
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
House was great for a large group of adults. Plenty of space for everyone to be together. House was very clean upon arrival and check in was easy. Beds and furniture were comfortable, and kitchen decently equipped. Some recent updates made the house seem newer. Only caution for those who have knee issues, there are several steps down to the lake. Overall good place to stay with many add-ons like pool table and kayaks.
Gillian P.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 8 October 2025
Glad you enjoyed with your large group. Thank you for staying with us!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Andrea T.
8 September 2025
First trip to Michigan
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:
Enjoyed our stay at this waterfront house. The house was comfortable for our group of 10. The lower level family was great for the kids to play games and stay up late without disturbing others in the house. We were able to rent a pontoon to dock at the house and had fun on Spider Lake. The house is not far from Traverse City, the airport, golf, and restaurants. The family favorite was a trip to Sleeping Bear Dunes. Checking in and out was easy. I would recommend this house.
Andrea T.
Response from VrboOwner on 11 September 2025
Thank you. We are so pleased to know that you enjoyed this home on your first trip to Michigan! We thank you for recommending this home to future guests.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Susan T.
10 August 2025
Fun times at Tippacanoe Lodge
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:
There were 12 of us spending the week at this lovely rental home. Three different families celebrating a big birthday & being all together. Every one of us loved our time spider Lake, from swimming to kayaking to having grandma shuttle the kids to the swim platform in the paddle boat! The layout of the house was perfect for us!
Susan T.
Response from VrboOwner on 12 August 2025
Wonderful to hear, so glad your family enjoyed their time together at Tippicanoe!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Rebecca M.
28 July 2025
Family Vacation at Tippicanoe Lodge near Traverse City
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 a fantastic week on Spider Lake. The weather was perfect. Tippicanoe Lodge was perfect. Our group consisted of eight adults and four boys, ages 5-7 years old.The bedrooms and baths were great. The kitchen, dining area, and living space were open, so there was plenty of room for everyone to gather. The kitchen was well-equipped, had two refrigerators, and a pantry. We utilized the laundry every day.There is a two-car garage that we used for storing gear we brought. There is a large deck overlooking the lake, and it is well-shaded. We utilized the dock and the swim platform each day. We used the fire ring each evening.We planned most meals and found everything we needed at Oleson's grocery. There were a couple of big take-out orders from Peegeo's. And a fantastic meal at Jolly Pumpkin.We spent a day at Clinch Park on the bay, but other than that, we weren't out as much as we expected. The little ones were busy at the lodge. They loved the hot tub. We brought along a fishing boat, which got a lot of use by many people every day. The lodge offers a pedal boat, several kayaks, and a canoe. We had most of those in the lake each day. The little boys had success fishing from the dock and the swimming platform each morning and night. We made trips to the sandbar near one of the islands.There are many wonderful memories from our stay together last week. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay on Spider Lake and the amenities at the Tippicanoe Lodge.
Rebecca M.
Response from VrboOwner on 30 July 2025
We are thrilled to know that you enjoyed this home. Thank you for sharing your experience with furure guests to this home.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Sally L.
19 July 2025
Great place for a big family
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:
This was our third year at Tippicanoe Lodge and we again had a wonderful time. There is plenty of room for the 13 of us and the dock, swimming dock, and water craft were enjoyed by all. The kitchen is well stocked and we made all of our meals there.
Sally L.
Response from VrboOwner on 21 July 2025
So glad you enjoyed year # 3! Here's to #4!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
10 July 2025
Great 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:
Wonderful house-very roomy, well equipped, great water gear; very good communication with management; overall very good stay
Response from VrboOwner on 12 July 2025
Wonderful to know that you had plenty of room for everyone and enjoyed all the amenities of this home.
Our family of 11 gathered from Florida, Texas, Colorado and Michigan for a 50th birthday celebration. The property was a PERFECT fit for our group. The young ones had their own level with plenty of spacious bedrooms and a room full of games to keep them occupied while the adults gathered upstairs. The house is huge, well furnished and well supplied (but never could find tissues!). It was cool during our stay but that didn't stop the kids from enjoying the kayaks and paddleboat.
We did a quick trip to the area with family. We had a great time playing pool, shuffleboard and table games. The main floor is huge with a gorgeous view. We were disappointed the kayaks were not available until memorial weekend with 70 degree weather, but we had fun exploring the area. The deer came on the property and we heard owls and loons. It’s a short drive to town. The wooded setting is awesome!
We loved our stay! So much for the younger adults to do downstairs and a peaceful place upstairs. Clean, updated and would love to stay again!
Angie B.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Donna M.
6 November 2024
Last Minute Rental
Rating Details:
The property manager was very 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:
We had booked another location for our trip but it was cancelled on us at the last minute and we were able to find this rental property. It met and exceeded all of our expectations for space and location.
Donna M.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 6 November 2024
We are so happy to know that we could help out at the last minute. Glad you enjoyed this home.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Susan K.
29 August 2024
KURBIS FEST 2024
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:
Great experience...
We had a wonderful time at this VRBO! Not only was there plenty of beds/bedrooms, but there was a great deal of space for everyone to relax and have multiple activities going on at once (playing cards upstairs and playing games or watching a movie downstairs, etc.). The balconies/decks were also very spacious and the view of the lake was beautiful. We were lucky to be there when the Northern Lights were visible and there was a meteor shower and the display was unfogettable. I couldn't recommend this VRBO more!
We used so many of the amenities! Kayaks, swimming, walking, billards, shuffle board. Had a great time!
Gabriel S.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Sally L.
21 July 2024
Great for a large family
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:
Our family enjoyed this beautiful home for a second year. Plenty of space to play and talk, lovely waterfront, swim dock and boats, great kitchen with all the things needed to make family meals and firepit area for night time s’mores - all made for a memorable family vacation. And the location near Traverse City, Glenn Lake, Sutton’s Bay, and Lake Michigan made for something fun and different to do each day of the week.
Sally L.
Response from VrboOwner on 23 July 2024
Thank you! We are pleased to know that you enjoyed this home for a second summer, and made more family memories. Thank you for sharing your experience !
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Crystal S.
30 June 2024
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:
I highly recommend this lake house it is absolutely beautiful, the kids loved the pool table and game room and enjoyed the swim dock they spent hours jumping off it, I enjoyed the kayaks morning and night, such a beautiful lake😊 We met a friendly neighbor cat and so many beautiful dragonflies. This house was super clean and we had no problems so I give it a 10/10 we will be back 😉 p.s. the only thing I recommend for the owners is update there board games and maybe a couple family movies 😊
Crystal S.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 30 June 2024
Thanks so much for sharing your experience at this lakeside home. We are so pleased to know that your family enjoyed the water and woods.
We had 9 family members. 3 of them where teen boys. They took the 3 basement bedroom. It was great. The kitchen was well stocked. The house was only 10 to 15 min from town. The outside water items and dock worked well. We even rented a pontoon and the dock was right there. My only suggestion for company would be that we had to purchase batteries for tv remotes and garbage bags. One of the bathroom lights above mirror had 4 blown out bulbs. These were small and no big deal. One of our favorites was all the fridge storage. We did more cooking on grill and eating at home then eating out. The table seating all 9 of it was my mother in laws favorite. I would stay again and recommend to anyone.
Clarissa B.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 2 August 2024
Thank you for reviewing this property and sharing your experience. We strive to have plenty of batteries and garbage bags. Please know that we are always happy to bring any extra items.
From a partner site
6/10 Okay
Janis M.
28 November 2023
Nice place but.....
Rating Details:
The property manager was somewhat unhelpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
I was more than happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Although the home was very large and would accommodate a lot of people, the communication prior to our arrival was extremely off-putting. There was a contract that required my initials in 43 different spots. The contract itself was intimidating. I was even required to provide the names of all my family members attending the 2 night stay. This, in my opinion is over the top and because of this, I will stay away from renting from this company in the future. The individuals I spoke with prior to our stay, were both understanding and affable and sensitive to our needs. Thank you for that.The house itself, once again, had more rules posted throughout the house along with the requirement to have us strip the beds and take the garbage out to the bin on a certain day. Again in my opinion, this is not what I pay a high price for; this is my vacation time. If I wanted to do housework, I'd have stayed home. Not appropriate at all.
Our group enjoyed the overall location and spaciousness of this lake house. It's close to everything we wanted to do, plus was in a beautiful setting on top of it! The kitchen had everything we needed, and then some. Beds were very comfortable. It was nice to have garage access to store our bicycles. We would definitely stay here again.
Tina M.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 21 November 2023
Thank you for taking the time to review. We look forward to seeing you again!
Plenty of room for everyone, great lake views, lots of games, kayaks and paddle boats we could use. Loved the firepit by the water. Well stocked kitchen. Great communication with the rental company.
Jennie P.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 2 October 2023
So glad you enjoyed your stay. Thank you for sharing your experience.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Sally and Bob L.
24 July 2023
3 Generation Family Gathering
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 was lovely and the location was ideal. Spider Lake is quite beautiful and we enjoyed the use of the kayaks, canoe, and pedal boat as well as swimming off the raft. It was also close to Traverse City and near enough to Interlochen Arts camp where one of our family members teaches in the summer to make it the perfect place to all get together. The house was extremely well kept and looked better than in the photographs. There was plenty of room for everyone to do things together and to separate at times. The kitchen was well equipped and having 2 refrigerators was great. We had room for everything and were able to cook almost all of our meals there. We hope to stay in Tippicanoe Lodge again next year.
Sally and Bob L.
Response from VrboOwner on 9 August 2023
Thank you! We are thrilled to know that you enjoyed your stay. Give us a call and we can reserve your same week for next year!
House and location were great. Everything VRBO advertised was accurate. Accommodated 11 mature adults
Living area roomy: kitchen well stocked. Issues: Living area VERY dark. 2 lamps with 3 way capability and 60 w bulbs: one overhead chandelier did not work: leaking shower head: remotes missing batteries: driveway plowed, but not scraped; therefore very icy. Dishwasher did not work. Three calls to Up North Rental Vacations to report issues: One call spoke with Lindsay who said owner would be by to address issues. Two calls re dishwasher: left messages. NO RESPONSE FROM UP NORTH RENTALS. Customer service lacking and therefore we will neither return to nor recommend this property.
Walter P.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 9 August 2023
We apologize for the breakdown in communication. We strive to provide all of our guests with a stress-free vacation, so these things should not have been overlooked. The issues you mentioned have been fixed. As a note to future renters, there are lights in the overhead fans in the living room that can be operated via a switch in the room.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Tom S.
8 November 2022
SBW weekend Reunion
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:
Second year for our group at this house. It is a great rental with plenty of room for 10 adults. The home was clean, in great shape and provided everything we needed to feed everyone on multiple occasions. The view of the lake was amazing from the kitchen & family room. The beds were comfortable and the game room provided enough activities and space for everyone to gather! Highly recommend.
Tom S.
Response from VrboOwner on 9 August 2023
Thank you! We are so glad you enjoyed this home!
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