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Waterfront on West Bay. 15 min to Traverse. Fire pit, gas grill, Sauna, AC

Beachfront holiday home with kitchen and patio

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Beautiful multi-level decking overlookg sparkling waters of Grand Traverse Bay
Beach
Living/bar area. - Living/bar area.
Kitchen - Kitchen
Kitchen - Fully equipped, cooking basics, dishware & flatware, microwave, toaster, drip coffee maker, tea kettle, blender, dishwasher, trash bags, paper towels

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10334.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Traverse City, MI
  • Place, Ciccone Vineyard and Winery
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Front Street
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Place, Traverse City Beach
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • Airport, Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Double Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Waterfront on West Bay. 15 min to Traverse. Fire pit, gas grill, Sauna, AC

Located on the Leelanau Peninsula, this charming four-bedroom home on West Grand Traverse Bay is spacious and offers comfortable lodging for up to 10 guests. There are two bedrooms on the main level--one with a king bed and the other with two full beds. The two downstairs bedrooms each have one queen bed. The spacious living room provides multiple seating options for full relaxation and great views, with a gas fireplace and bar. Enjoy meals in the dining room overlooking the water. The downstairs features an additional sitting room with a gas fireplace. There is also a sauna.

The patios offer plenty of seating, a gas grill, and a fire pit. The home faces east, making it perfect for enjoying gorgeous sunrise views. It is placed directly on the waterfront and is only minutes from downtown Traverse City.

No pets allowed.

-- THE PROPERTY --

Sleeps 10.

Bedroom 1: king bed and fireplace || Bedroom 2: two full beds || Bedroom 3: queen bed || Bedroom 4: queen bed

OUTDOORS: Fire pit, gas grill, outdoor dining table & chairs, gas lamps, porch, patio

INDOORS: Sauna, gas fireplace, WIFI, Netflix, Blu-Ray player

KITCHEN: Fully equipped, cooking basics, dishware & flatware, microwave, toaster, drip coffee maker, tea kettle, blender, dishwasher, trash bags, paper towels

GENERAL: Washer & dryer, iron & ironing board, towels & linens, toilet paper, bar soap, central A/C & heating

MISC: living space on two levels

PARKING: space for up to five vehicles

-- POLICIES --

- No pets allowed

- No smoking

- No events, parties, or large gatherings

- Must be at least 18 years old to book

- Additional fees and taxes may apply

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
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

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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

About the area

Traverse City

Located in Traverse City, this holiday home is on the beach. Shoppers can check out Front Street, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Lake Michigan and Traverse City Beach. Great Lakes Children's Museum and Great Wolf Lodge Water Park are also worth visiting. Take in the nearby slopes with skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as ice skating.
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Traverse City, MI

What's nearby

  • Lake Leelanau - 6 min drive - 5.5 km
  • Ciccone Vineyard and Winery - 7 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Front Street - 16 min drive - 18.1 km
  • Traverse City Beach - 23 min drive - 25.0 km
  • Chateau Chantal - 39 min drive - 45.3 km

Getting around

  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Farm Club - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪West End Tavern - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Mari Vineyards - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Jolly Pumpkin - ‬30 min drive
  • ‪Brengman Brothers - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Waterfront on West Bay. 15 min to Traverse. Fire pit, gas grill, Sauna, AC pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Waterfront on West Bay. 15 min to Traverse. Fire pit, gas grill, Sauna, AC?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Waterfront on West Bay. 15 min to Traverse. Fire pit, gas grill, Sauna, AC?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Waterfront on West Bay. 15 min to Traverse. Fire pit, gas grill, Sauna, AC located?

Situated on the beach, this holiday home is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Lake Michigan and within 6 miles (10 km) of Ciccone Vineyard and Winery and Lake Leelanau. BigLITTLE Wines and L. Mawby Vineyards are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 49 out of 68 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 68 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 68 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 68 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 68 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Dean F.

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

Weekend getaway

Great place with great view
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lara B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Service after our stay was amazing. Thank you for reaching out to ensure we had everything in order.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sayed N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We very much enjoyed our stay at "Be Dazzeled" for one week in August 2025. We too, were dazzeled by both the location on the water, amazing sunrise view, comfortable space with water view and seating everwhere, and the amzing location that is close to the many attractions and actvities for our family 6: two grandchildren (13 and 11), their 2 paents, and the 2 of us-the grandparents. One suugestion: You should clearly state in the listing that 2 of the 4 bedrooms are in fact in the [walkout] basement.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Taryn B.

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

Amazing experience

This property is one of a kind right on the water! Rooms are big and spacious and it was very comfortable for the 7 of us. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Emily J.

Pure 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: Great location, spacious home and Michigan beauty. There is some road noise from M22, but only in front bedroom. Other 3 bedrooms are pretty quiet. The bay is beautiful in the backyard and at the time of our stay, there was a sandy beach. We would stay here again!
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10/10 Excellent

Marney S.

Perfect house!

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 is the perfect house! Extremely clean, great air conditioning , Great Lake view and you can walk down into the water, roomy bedrooms. Perfect for a large family or friends’ getaway. Perfect location - just a few minutes to downtown or Sutton’s Bay downtown.

10/10 Excellent

Terri P., Grand Haven, Michigan

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

Great house in a beautiful location.

The view from this house was so beautiful. The rooms were clean and the beds comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
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4/10 Poor

Blair E.

Beautiful view but deferred maintenance issues

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was somewhat dirty. I was very happy with the location. I was very dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Beautiful location and nice home however, there were multiple items that arose on our stay. First, the home wasn’t available at check in time- 4 on. The cleaning crew didn’t finish until almost 5 pm. Next (big one), the master bedroom bed broke, which has clearly happened before because the bedframe was cracked and had a bracket to repair it in the past. We had to move the mattress onto the floor to sleep the first night. property management team was definitely great and responded to our issues quickly. Additionally, there was a multiple lights that needed to be replaced. The last example was the leaves were never cleaned up from last fall and there’s still a big pile in the lower part of the yard. With all that, the views are stunning.

10/10 Excellent

Kelley D.

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

Spectacular view

Perfect for a weekend get away with friends! The sunrise view was amazing! Home was spacious clean and comfortable. Great access to walking on the beach!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

ruth ann p., Walled Lake, Michigan

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

Gorgeous home

What a wonderful place to stay. The yard was plenty big for kids to play in. The beach was a little rocky but we found great Petoskey stones there every day. Thank you for a great stay!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022
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8/10 Good

joanne l.

Nice Location

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: The rental itself is nice, but could use some updates based on the price of the property. It was clean. The rental company (Lindsay and Jason) were very responsive. Even got a phone call Saturday evening when we couldn't figure out how to get the TV working! Were willing to have someone come on Sunday to assist us (which we didn't need after all).
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10/10 Excellent

Toni W.

Great Times

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: We had a wonderful stay. We were there to celebrate my mother's 90th birthday and we had a blast. It's a great location, close to TC and Sutton's bay. Shopping and wineries are just a short drive, but if you just want to chill and watch the water, this is the place too! I would recommend to anyone.

10/10 Excellent

Taylor W.

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

Beautiful bay side weekend escape!!

Could not have asked for a better location and property!! Beautiful, spacious home right on the bay. Great communication with the property manager. Only thing to be aware of is the bugs. They were really only an issue around the windows. But that is to be expected with the location. Overall great stay. Would definitely book again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Stacey D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Beautiful Location

You can not beat the view & location. The house is very nice but needs some updates (mostly with the kitchen appliances). The master bathroom does not have a door which makes it awkward when you're on a girls weekend. Plenty of space and three full bathrooms is very nice. Overall, we enjoyed our girls weekend celebrating my MIL's 80th birthday.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
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10/10 Excellent

carol f.

Be Dazzled

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: I would say Be Dazzled is by far the best house our group has rented. Our group has been renting houses in the up north area for 33yrs. This house has character and felt inviting. Sorry for the unfortunate bathroom incident we all are getting somewhat older. May I recommend bathroom wall bars?
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019

6/10 Okay

Ramon L.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness

Vacation

House needs work Blind did not open and close. Pillows in living room were torn with stuffing coming out. House had spider webs in the corners. and dirty floors in the basement.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Attention to details

As I read in a previous review… there needs to be some attention to the items inside and outside of the house. Several pillows are torn or appear dirty. Outside there is a lounger that is torn up . Dishwasher and ice/water in fridge door was not working and a couple of light bulbs needed to be replaced. Management Company was great to work with and quickly contacted up letting us know my husband had left his wedding ring there.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
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8/10 Good

Kathryn F.

Mixed Bag

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was 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: We rented this house for a family gathering. Of the 4 bedrooms, 2 were huge, and 2 were tiny. Not a great setup for 8 adults.The rest of the house was quite nice, with several seating areas inside and out. The firepit on the patio is a nice feature, but the motion sensor floodlight absolutely killed the night-time atmosphere and made star watching virtually impossible. Several lights in the house had burnt out bulbs, which caused some issues.Road noise is almost constant, as the house is right on highway M22. Aside from road issues, the location is convenient to Traverse City and the Leelanau Peninsula. On the positive side, the house has a great view of the bay, and sunrises were wonderful. No dock, but the lake level was down a bit, so we actually had a small sand beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Paula B.

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

Fabulous Location - house needs updates

Pros: Location, Location, Location (direct water front) - that’s the #1 reason you want this house. Beach out back - great for launching kayaks and having kids play. Outdoor spaces were fabulous for enjoying the water views. Kitchen is well stocked for cooking. House layout offers expansive rooms that easily fit our family of 8. Driveway fit all our cars. Covered patio/walk out from basement offered great storage for our bikes and kayaks. Cute downtown area at Traverse City is just 10 minutes away. Outdoor toys are available in storage box outside. Cons: Inside of house was not in top condition, plus as the pictures show, the decor is dated. Exterior needs power wash. Interior needs deep clean. Road out front has frequent High speed traffic plus road noise. Basement bathroom door does not have a lock. Outdoor furniture is older and showing wear, and even though someone mowed the grass, the grass growing in between all the stone takes away from the beauty of the well-designed hardscapes. We looked at a lot of other places, and read the reviews, and made an informed decision primarily based on location. Hope this is helpful to others.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ivette T.

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

A Memorable Vacation Rental with Breathtaking Views

Our recent stay at a vacation rental managed by Visit Up North Vacation Rental company was absolutely fantastic! From the moment we arrived, we knew we had made the right choice. The location of the house was outstanding, offering a perfect blend of tranquility and convenience. Every window provided breathtaking views of the shimmering water, leaving us in awe each morning. The cleanliness of the house was commendable, and it was evident that the owners take great pride in maintaining high standards. We felt immediately comfortable and at ease. The house's size was ideal for our three families, providing ample space and comfortable accommodations. The layout was well-thought-out, allowing for both privacy and opportunities to create lasting memories together. We were truly impressed by the exceptional service provided by Visit Up North Vacation Rental company. They were attentive, responsive, and promptly answered all our inquiries. Their dedication to ensuring our satisfaction set them apart. We only wished we had more time to enjoy this remarkable rental and its surrounding activities. We highly recommend visiting Hop Lot Brewery, located just a short 6-minute drive away in Sutton's Bay. It offers a warm and inviting atmosphere, and a great selection of craft beers. It's the perfect place to unwind with a big group. Thank you for an exceptional experience!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Katie J.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent Location & Yard, House Needs Updating

We greatly enjoyed our stay here. The location can't be beat, under 10 minutes to Traverse City and right on 22 for easy access to so many MI landmarks. The outdoor space is also incredible with a big back yard for games, large deck and patio for meals, and a small but private beach perfect for floating and enjoying the lake (bring water shoes, it's sandy for a bit but then rocky). The house itself had great space, we loved the big living room with the bar and views, but it definitely needs work as recent reviews also state. Paint scuffed, old water stains, outdated decor, heavily used furniture, and many burnt out light bulbs. Also be aware that one of the basement bedrooms isn't great, with no closet (but a strange door to a sauna?) and right next to a mechanical closet for constant noise at night. There were also some annoyances like a sprinkler system that ran all the time and a flood light over the patio that would come on at night with no switch to turn it off. There are a few inaccuracies in the listing (only 1 bathroom has a tub not 2, and the bed descriptions under Rooms & Beds is accurate, but the written description under About This Property is wrong). Again, we did truly enjoy our stay and we would come back if the house got a face lift, but if you're looking for a high end rental this isn't it. For what they charge, we expected better.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
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6/10 Okay

Jessica U.

Be Dazzled Rental

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was very dirty. I was more than happy with the location. I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Had a great time staying on this property. The home was in a great location, only 15 minutes from downtown. However, we were disappointed with the cleanliness of the home and the outdoor areas. The patio outside was filled with spider webs and sticks. It was obvious it had not been cleaned up in awhile. The sandy beach area could have also used a clean up. It was covered in washed up seaweed and branches. Expected much more cleanliness and upkeep especially for the price we paid to book this rental.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
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8/10 Good

Lynn S.

Be dazzled review

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was somewhat dirty. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Hi we went to Be Dazzled for 3 nights it was a great location beautiful beach front without a road in between the beach. It was spacious and bedrooms were nice. Kitchen well stocked, but old outdated coffee maker, cook ware and utensils and very old outdoor grill. The other negative was the Refrigerators water dispenser was not working so we didn’t have filtered water so we relied on purchasing water which was a little inconvenient. We did have ice though which was nice. We had a hard time regulating the temperature in the house lower level was freezing and the main floor was hot. The house was overall clean but it did have many spiderwebs in it and dead bugs laying around and the one thing that really bothered me was the outside area the deck and front door was very dirty and again many spider webs all over the doors leading outside. I hade to dust and sweep the back patio even the siding outside was pretty dirty. It needed to be hosed down , which I should have done. Which was fine but you pay for a cleaning service so I should have been done. The outside is the best part of the houses appeal. I don’t mean to be all negative we had a great time and would rent it again. Next time I would stress the cleanliness though. The managing company were very nice and helpful. It would have been nice to have a book with the local stores and restaurants close by. Thank you Lynn ❤️
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristina L.

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

Luxury on the lake

We absolutely loved staying at this property. The views from nearly ever room were gorgeous and we were all so comfortable! The bed room distribution would be especially perfect for two families with kids. But we piled 4 generations in under one roof just fine! We loved the view, the lake access, the proximity to Suttons Bay, Northport, the wineries and the quieter side of the TC area. Thanks for such a lovely week.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kevin W.

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

Wonderful property

Had a great time. Wonderful spacious property
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

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