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1/2 Mi to Dtwn Suttons Bay! Lakefront Cottage

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Suttons Bay Vacation Rental | 2BR | 1BA | 800 Sq Ft | 1 Step Required to Enter
Shared Outdoor Space | Fire Pit | Dock
Interior Space | Sleeper Sofa | Free WiFi | Central Heating & A/C
Living area
Living area

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 274.3 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Barbecue
  • Beach view

Explore the area

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Suttons Bay, MI
  • Place, Leelanau Cheese Company
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Black Star Farms
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Leelanau Sands Casino
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 2)

Additional Sleeping (Living Room)

1 Double Sofa Bed

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2 (Bunk Room)

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Full Bathroom

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area

About this property

1/2 Mi to Dtwn Suttons Bay! Lakefront Cottage

Discover the charm of lakeside living at ‘Bayview Cottage,’ a Suttons Bay vacation rental that exudes loveliness! The waterfront home boasts 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, and a fully air-conditioned interior — so whether you choose to unwind indoors or out, you’ll always find a way to stay refreshed. Bury your toes in the sand of the shared beach, make a splash in Lake Michigan, or launch a kayak from the on-site boat dock. At sunset, gather around the fire pit for stories and s’mores.

-- THE PROPERTY --

Bedroom 1: Queen Bed | Bedroom 2: Twin Bunk Bed | Living Room: Sleeper Sofa

This cottage has been recently remodeled with nautical decor and modern amenities, including knotty pine tongue-and-groove paneling and authentic salvaged shopping vessel light fixtures!

Cooking is a breeze in the fully equipped kitchen, featuring brand new cabinetry and all the necessary appliances you need to whip up a delicious family feast.

In the knotty pine sitting area, you’ll find a plush sofa, leather armchair, and flat-screen cable TV. Feel free to stay connected by using the wireless internet access!

After a day on the bay, refresh in the full bathroom walk-in shower. Comfortable sleeping arrangements can be found in the 2 cozy bedrooms or in the living room. The master bedroom has a full bed, while the second bedroom features a twin-over-twin bunk bed, and 2 additional guests can sleep on the pullout bed in the living room.

The cottage's exterior amenities are sure to keep you relaxed and entertained during your stay. You can host a bayside barbeque on the gas grill and serve at the outdoor dining area, spend evenings gathered around the waterfront fire pit or simply enjoy the dock and village beaches!

-- THE LOCATION --

Centrally located in Suttons Bay, in the gorgeous Leelanau Peninsula, this incredible property offers a shared sandy beach directly on Suttons Bay, for instant access to water activities, while also providing effortless access to town, great eating and other recreation!

Look forward to spending days on the bay fishing, swimming, boating, and waterskiing. You can even rent a paddleboard in the village and take it out onto the water from the shared dock! You'll have access to the onsite dock, but you can rent additional dock space at the village marina. Mooring offshore is available with prior owner permission.

In the summer you can hike in Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore Park, while in the winter there's cross-country skiing at Leelanau Trail. About 30-minutes south in Traverse City, guests can ride along the TART Trail, over 60-miles of pathways for walking, biking, running, and more.

The cottage is situated less than 1-mile from the village of Suttons Bay, and is a short distance to 14 surrounding wineries and vineyards! For more adventure, Leland's historic Fishtown is 10 miles away or you can head out to explore the Manitou Islands. If you're feeling lucky, don't miss Leelanau Sands Casino just 4.5 miles away!

If you grow tired of making food in the cottage, you can take a short walk downtown to dine at any of the tasty local restaurants. After dinner, be sure to stay in the area to browse the town's unique shops.

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-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- Pet friendly with $150 fee (dogs only, maximum 2 allowed)
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: This property requires 1 step to enter
- NOTE: We DO NOT permit the docking of any watercraft at this property. Rental slips are available at the nearby Suttons Bay Marina. There is a free public boat launch just north of town
- NOTE: There are 2 bedrooms in this cabin but in order to access the main bedroom you need to walk through the bunk room

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Amenities

Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Beach view
Barbecue

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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

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Suttons Bay

Located in Suttons Bay, this cottage is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby power boating, or enjoy the great outdoors with hunting and hiking/biking trails.
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Suttons Bay, MI

What's nearby

  • Leelanau Cheese Company - 5 min drive - 6.2 km
  • Black Star Farms - 5 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Leelanau Sands Casino - 6 min drive - 7.9 km
  • 45 North Vineyard & Winery - 6 min drive - 6.2 km
  • Lake Leelanau - 8 min drive - 9.8 km

Getting around

  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hop Lot Brewing Company - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Big Dex's Pizzeria - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪VI Grill - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Leelanau Pie & Pastry - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Pedaling Beans Coffeehouse - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 1/2 Mi to Dtwn Suttons Bay! Lakefront Cottage pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at 1/2 Mi to Dtwn Suttons Bay! Lakefront Cottage?

As of 29 March 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 1/2 Mi to Dtwn Suttons Bay! Lakefront Cottage on 25 May 2026 start from NZ$419, 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 1/2 Mi to Dtwn Suttons Bay! Lakefront Cottage?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 1/2 Mi to Dtwn Suttons Bay! Lakefront Cottage?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 1/2 Mi to Dtwn Suttons Bay! Lakefront Cottage located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Lake Michigan and within 6 miles (10 km) of Black Star Farms and 45 North Vineyard & Winery. Nathaniel Rose Wine and Leelanau Cheese Company are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 21 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 21 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 21 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 21 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 21 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.0/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Doreen

Great location!

Great location! Cottage was perfect for us! We had a great time!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie B.

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

Fall Trip

Had a great week in Suttons Bay! Great location and great town!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Jennifer C.

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

Family vacation

Perfect location. Loved easy access to the bike path and downtown Suttons Bay. Beautiful beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark B.

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

A lovely cottage next to the bay.

We spent a lovely week at the Bayview cottage and intend to come back. The location is perfect, with beautiful views of Sutton's Bay and a short walk to the village. The bedroom accommodations are a little unusual - you have to walk through one bedroom to get to the other - and the kitchen is a little small - but overall the property worked out beautifully for my wife and me. Loved it.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barbara K.

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

Great place, sailed on Suttons Bay in the past

Great property, want to come again. Have great pictures of the Inland Seas schooner. Many great memories of sailing a 33' sloop on this bay. Halcyon days...
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Jo

Wonderful stay!

Really enjoyed this rental. It is close to Hop Lot and all the downtown stores. We were able to leave the car home and walk to everything! This rental is right on the bay and the view is beautiful. We did not cook much at the rental but they did have a nice setup in the kitchen. Very nice rental, very clean and we hope to return!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura f.

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

perfect spot

Bayview cottage is the perfect location for a young family or a retired couple! View was gorgeous from the front porch with proximity to all Suttons Bay has to offer. We are very happy with our visit and hope to return again and again! Support from property manager was also available, friendly and helpful. Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Nice Location

Mostly as described. A few minor things that could be better.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Cheryl D.

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

My stay in the bay

The view was worth the money alone. The weather was perfect. The traffic was insane. I would highly recommend a blow dryer, a shower mat and measuring spoons be added. Beds and lots of towels were appreciated. Pam, the property manager, was wonderful.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Sonja M.

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

Great locatio, smelly home!

I loved our location, the walk to Sutton's Bay, and the Hop Lot! I loved that our kids could go right out the door and swim. However the smell of "wet dog" inside the home is very strong, also there were hairs and dirt on surfaces, like light fixtures which makes me think the home hasn't had a deep cleaning in a while!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark B.

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

Perfect Location!

We had a very pleasant stay at this property. The location is superb: right on the water, adjacent to a nice park, and within easy walking distance of the shops and restaurants of Suttons Bay. It feels secluded even though it really isn't. The cottage itself needed a little work. The furniture is worn and could stand an upgrade and the layout of the bedrooms is a little odd; however, it was perfect for us and we enjoyed our stay very much.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

2/10 Terrible

larry c.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy

Suttons Bay Cottage

The property wasn't as advertised in several ways. The cottage was very old, had a bad musty odor, electrical was very out of date with an apparent lack of GFI protection for outlets near sinks as required by electrical code. AC was only good for living area, not bedrooms. There didn't appear to be adequate smoke detectors for bedrooms as required by fire code. The deck was chipping paint and really couldn't be walked on without shoes. We were very dissapointed and left the following morning after checking in. Have not been able to get a refund on rental cost.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
From a partner site

4/10 Poor

Eric Lytle

Poor description of bedrooms. Location is beautiful. Needs update/cleaning.

Unfortunately the property is not a described and didn’t list important details. To get to the larger bedroom, you have to walk through the bunk bed room to get there. We brought a toddler and dogs with us and this was a large inconvenience, as she slept in a pack and play and went to bed much earlier than us. The bathroom had been recently renovated and was nice. Otherwise 2 chairs in the living room were very old with tears and holes in them. House was vacuumed and clean per se, but could use a deep cleaning and updates for sure. Numerous outlets were broken and others would not keep cords plugged in. Air conditioning is a wall unit and does not get back to the bedroom well if it’s warm out. Location was beautiful and as described. Property has shared dock and fire pit/chair access. This is listed and nothing wrong with that, but the neighbors in the larger house did not ever share that location.
Verified

8/10 Good

Caitlin V.

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

Great Location in Sutton’s Bay

Overall, we had an amazing week in Sutton’s Bay. This cottage has the absolute best location if you have kids. It is right next to a public beach/park that also has a playground. Our kids really enjoyed playing there, and we loved being able to sit on the deck in the morning while they ran to the park to play— all still within eye shot! We loved having the dock and fire pit! This cottage also is a very short walk to town and to Hop Lot Brewery. There is also a great grocery store right across the street. We loved being able to walk or bike around. I would also say the kitchen was adequately stocked; there was plenty of fire wood; and we really didn’t need for anything. On the negative side, the cottage is more rustic than I expected. There were quite a few bugs, especially in the bathroom. They weren’t gross or scary, they were just outside bugs. I felt like I was camping? I also think it could use some updates (new carpet!). Again, it was all totally fine, and really didn’t affect our week, but it just was different than what we expected. That said, for the price, you truly cannot beat it. Just know that it’s rustic and absolutely perfectly situated, but it’s not the Four Seasons :)
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark B.

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

We had a lovely time.

The Bayview Cottage was perfect for my wife and me. It was clean with a nice view of the water. It is also very close to restaurants, shopping, and groceries. It was what we had hoped for, and we had a pleasant stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dave T.

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

Had a great time at Bay View

We enjoyed our trip to Sutton’s Bay. Bay View was great!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eric H.

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

Perfect long weekend getaway

This was our first time to northern Michigan and we loved everything about our trip. This cute cottage was in a perfect location. Perfect size. Walking distance to downtown Suttons Bay and Hop Lot Brewery. Great location for visiting Glen Arbor, Sleeping Bear Dunes, Leland, Northport, Traverse City and Mission Peninsula. This cottage is on the lake and gorgeous sunrises were right out our front porch. The owners provided great communication. We can’t wait for our next visit!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Terri B.

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

Great Spot to Relax

My husband and I enjoyed sitting by the water each day while reading and having our coffee. The views are very nice. I liked being within walking distance of the shopping and dining in Sutton’s Bay. The park was right next door, but it was never crowded and everyone was pleasant.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
Verified

6/10 Okay

Anna H.

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

Great location, but stinky

This is at a great location, very close to town. The place, especially the bedroom smelled bad and was dirty. The bathroom wallpaper was pealing, stinky carpet, dirty couch, dirty kitchen, disgusting bed. Would not rent again, however the area is amazing, the people are great. The property manager for this property is very sweet, so if you must just bring lots of febreeze!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Todd B.

Wonderful cottage! Great spot for kids.

Plenty to do at the cottage with the bay steps away. Location is great for sunrises and walking distance to town. We’ll be staying again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Doreen M.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

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