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Peaceful Traverse City Lake Front w/ Fireplace, Sauna, & Kayaks, Pontoon Avail.

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A lakeside deck with a view of the lake, a dock, and a boat.
A lakeside cabin with a garage, surrounded by trees and a clear view of the lake.
A cozy cabin interior with a kitchen, dining area, and a large window overlooking greenery.
A cozy living room with a sectional sofa, a coffee table, a fireplace, and a dining area with a table and chairs.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a granite countertop, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a view through the glass door.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
Located at the waterfront, this 3-bedroom vacation home accommodates 6 guests and features 1 bathroom. It offers beach views and easy access to water activities like paddleboarding and scuba diving. Enjoy the sauna, outdoor patio, and deck while being family-friendly and pet-friendly. Nearby attractions include Bass Lake and The Crown Golf Club.

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits

    Top-rated for families.

  • On the beach

    A rare beachfront property in the area - enjoy direct access to the sand and sea.

  • Centrally-located

    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

  • Discover nearby landmarks

    Close to Bass Lake
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Garage parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Traverse City, MI
  • Place, Bass Lake
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Front Street
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Place, Traverse City Beach
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Airport, Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Where you'll sleep

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Queen Beds

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Peaceful Traverse City Lake Front w/ Fireplace, Sauna, & Kayaks, Pontoon Avail.

A hidden gem on beautiful Bass Lake minutes from downtown Traverse City. Nestled in a quiet cove on 2 lots with amazing sunset views and star lit skies for a truly peaceful experience with plenty of room to stretch out. It's stocked with more than everything you need so you can relax enjoy your stay. It is a 2 level home with 3 bedrooms, 1-3/4 baths, sauna, fireplace, 28' x 10' deck on the lakeside, and a 2-1/2 car garage. There are 3 Kayaks, a Paddle Board, Canoe, & Paddle Boat all there for you to use. Flat screen tv's & cable in every bedroom, High speed internet (1 GBPS), WiFi, and washer & dryer are all provided.

Bass lake is an all sports lake but its not to busy which makes it great for fishing (poles onsite), kayaking, and boating (pontoon available if interested). Go fishing, swimming, or just float around. There is a beach with a firepit and a very nice dock right out from the deck. The bottom does get soft after you get out a ways in the water.

The main level of this house features the living room and kitchen / dining area. This space has amazing lake views. Full kitchen with dishwasher offers everything you need to prepare meals. The main level also has a bedroom with a queen bed and a sauna room attached. In the sauna room there is a sauna and sitting area with a large patio right outside.

The second floor has two bedrooms and a bathroom. The lakeside bedroom has 2 queen beds with a balcony that over looks the lake a the large deck below. the other bedroom has a queen bed also.

For mobility challenged quests, there are ramps we can put out prior to your stay that will access the home and the large lakeside deck. With the main floor bedroom and a bathroom that is equipped with tile shower with bench. However the bathroom is not fully wheelchair accessible, it does however offer some safety features like grab bars.

This location is only 10 minutes to the downtown area where there is plenty of shopping and dining. Go to one of the many wineries or even on one of the wine tastings. Craft beer has really blown up in the area and there are many breweries to choose from. There are air balloon rides, parasailing, and sailing cruises. Interlochen center for the arts is close by along with many other various nature trails and parks. The area has so much to offer.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Check out before 10:00 AM

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Any age child is welcome. They do count as a guest

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Events

No events allowed

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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)

Maximum of 2 dogs please.

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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

A $100.00 cleaning deposit it part of the $500 Damage deposit ($400 damage and $100 cleaning) secured by VBRO. Follow the posted check list and the $

Up to 2 dogs are welcome but absolutely no pit bulls or pit mixes.

1 week minimum (per Township Ordinance) rentals go from Sunday to Sunday.

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number 002986
Property # 4976794
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Traverse City

Located in Traverse City, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Traverse City Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Great Wolf Lodge Water Park, or check out an event or a game at Turtle Creek Stadium. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or try out other outdoor activities such as sledging and snowmobiling.
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Traverse City, MI

What's nearby

  • Bass Lake - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Turtle Creek Stadium - 11 min drive - 11.5 km
  • Great Wolf Lodge Water Park - 12 min drive - 11.9 km
  • Front Street - 15 min drive - 16.2 km
  • Traverse City Beach - 21 min drive - 22.4 km

Getting around

  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Buffalo Wild Wings - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Peaceful Traverse City Lake Front w/ Fireplace, Sauna, & Kayaks, Pontoon Avail. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Peaceful Traverse City Lake Front w/ Fireplace, Sauna, & Kayaks, Pontoon Avail.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Peaceful Traverse City Lake Front w/ Fireplace, Sauna, & Kayaks, Pontoon Avail.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Peaceful Traverse City Lake Front w/ Fireplace, Sauna, & Kayaks, Pontoon Avail.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Peaceful Traverse City Lake Front w/ Fireplace, Sauna, & Kayaks, Pontoon Avail. located?

This Traverse City holiday home is on the beach, steps from Bass Lake and within 6 mi (10 km) of The Crown Golf Club and Duck Lake - Lake Wahbekaness. Grand Traverse Mall and Turtle Creek Stadium are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

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Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 89 out of 90 reviews
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10/10

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10/10

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10/10

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Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property was great - nice shady yard, close proximity to Traverse City, big counter for food prep, well stocked kitchen, and good communication from the host. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home and lakefront. Just right for our 6 person family!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was easy to reach the hosts, and they were very responsive. The house is in great shape, and had a great view of the sunset!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful, quiet lake

Peaceful and relaxing
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A great property for all ages, especially kids! Felt as if we didn’t need to leave for the kids to have fun! Would definitely recommend this property.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved everything about this rental. So clean and comfortable and really well stocked. Beds are awesome. Such a peaceful lake All in all 10 stars
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lake house vacation

We had a great time at this house. It was nice getting to relax with Bass Lake right next to us. Perfect sunsets!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 26 July 2024
Thank you for the review. We are very glad you enjoyed your stay! The sunsets really are spectacular. Thanks again, Sean
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Better than expected, even

We enjoyed staying here so much! The house is impressively clean, comfortable, and well-equipped, and the location is beautiful, peaceful, and fun. We would definitely go back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 16 June 2023
We are very happy that you enjoyed your stay! We look forward to having you back anytime. Thank you, Sean
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another great stay! We love this location so much and will likely plan a future stay here again. I can't say anything bad about this property. Communication wuth Sean was easy and helpful. Thanks!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Turn Key Property

Everything you needed was available! Very quiet and peaceful area..Lots to do in area.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 30 August 2024
Thank you for the review. We are glad you enjoyed your stay.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful, relaxing view.

Clean, comfortable home with beautiful lakeside view. Quiet and peaceful. Host has thought of every amenity.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect stay!

This cottage is so cute, clean, very well stocked and comfortable! Sean makes it super easy with check in and check out and clear instructions and rules for the week. The cottage and property were well maintained. It really was the most relaxing vacation we have ever had. Great for all age groups. We will definitely go back for another stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 26 July 2024
Thank you for the review! We are so happy you all such a good time. We would love to have you back anytime. Thanks, Sean
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house and property were everything promised and more! It was all we could do to pry our kids away from the private beach to go out on day trips to all of the area attractions. It would be difficult to overstate how much we enjoyed our stay. Well done, and thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family vacation

Everything was great. The house was impeccable clean and stocked with all essentials. And Sean/host contacted me, and everything was super low stress. Definitely recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 30 August 2024
Thank you Paul! Very glad to hear you enjoyed yourself.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great week on Bass Lake!

Our stay at Bass Lake was great overall. The place is clean, well stocked with necessities and has an amazing lake view. I will mention that this lake isn’t a swimming lake as the bottom is super soft, but the fishing, kayaking and pontoon trips made up for it! A great week!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful lake side cottage.

Beautiful home and location. Very well kept. Not lacking for anything. All rules spelled out and very clear. Very much enjoyed our stay and Hosts were personable and kind. Highly recommend this unit.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 30 August 2024
Thank you for the kind words. We are so happy you enjoyed yourselves.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Thank you!

Was very nice cabin and very clean! The house had all houshold supplies that we were needed. Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Kids loved it!

The inside isn’t anything flashy, but is clean and as pictured. We loved the beach and the kids had a blast with the paddle board and other water toys. About 8-10 feet off the beach is becomes soft bottomed so you really had to float on something, but other than that it was perfect. Good location to get to other things to do also. The hosts were incredibly nice and helpful as well, made us feel very welcome. We had a great time!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 July 2025
Thank you for the review. We are happy you all had a good time.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful Getaway

Cottage was comfortable, clean and had everything we needed. Large yard offered several seating areas including fire pit, swing by water, deck with table and patio outside of sauna. Fishing was great. Location was perfect, quiet yet close to restaurants and TC. Will definitely consider a return rental.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 22 May 2024
I am so happy that you enjoyed your stay. Thank you for your review and we’d love to have you back anytime.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful lake house

We loved everything about this property. It had just about everything we could have wanted for a peaceful week on the lake. The kayaks, paddleboard, canoe, and pedal boat were great to have available. We loved the various out-door seats to relax in, and the deck was great for chilling and enjoying some family meals. The property is well-maintained and obviously cared for!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 26 July 2024
Thank you for the review! We are so glad you enjoyed your stay and we would love to have you come back sometime. Thanks again, Sean
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

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Awesome to work with. Very responsive.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great getaway

Our second stay at bass lake was even better than the first one which was great. There is now a pontoon available to rent which makes it very convenient. The house has everything you could possibly need. Sunsets on the lake are beautiful. And the massage chair is a real nice touch. Thanks Sean, will see you again.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 24 September 2024
Thank you for the review Kevin! I look forward to your next stay.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Dave and Jane’s getaway

Our stay was great. We arrived for check in greeted by Sean the outer the lodge and property we great we had a wonderful view. We discovered a problem with the refrigerator and Sean was there the next day to move a replacement in overall the facilities we great and Sean was great. I will consider returning in the future and recommend it to friends and family
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 9 September 2024
Thank you for the great review! We are so glad you enjoyed your stay and also wanted to say we really appreciated your understanding regarding the refrigerator. We welcome you back anytime.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peaceful lake and great cottage

We loved our stay and will definitely look into staying here again. The host Sean provides everything needed to enjoy this peaceful piece of paradise. Our 2 year old grandson enjoyed playing on the beach and catching his first fish from the dock while mom, dad, grandma, and grandpa took turns using the kayaks, peddle boat, paddle board, or relaxing in the sun or shade with our 2 month old grandson. This is what you think of when you’re thinking “Up North” Michigan.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family Trip to Traverse

We had an awesome stay! The property was well equipped with everything we needed both inside and out. The home was clean and well stocked. We enjoyed all the outside toys, kayaks, paddle boat, hammock, and the dock for fishing. We rented a pontoon boat for our stay and enjoyed boating around the quiet lake, fishing, and stops at the sand bar. The sunsets were beautiful! We also enjoyed the fire pits and making s’mores. We will absolutely be back hopefully next summer.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

About the host

Hosted by Sean Way

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My name is Sean Way and I was born and raised in Traverse City. I grew up in this house and work at a local construction company as a draftsman for over 25 years. I take great pride in this house and its amenities. I enjoy sharing it with people as they make life long memories with their friends and family just as I have.

Why they chose this property

It is as if time stood still here on our secluded, peaceful piece of paradise as the rest of the town has grown and been built up over the years. My family built this house in 1974 and I was born and raised here and absolutely love the area. My mother lived here for 45 years and this house was her heart and soul. She loved improving it over the years and especially enjoyed sharing it with the people around her.

What makes this property unique

The property is large and spacious with 2 lots that sit just above lake level. It’s on a quiet cove off the beaten path yet still close to everything town has to offer (8 miles to down town Traverse City). Bass lake is an all sports lake with not a lot of traffic, so it’s still very peaceful and relaxing. The lake is great for fishing, kayaking, or just boating around. With 3 kayaks, paddle board, canoe, and a paddle boat all included it is the true up north experience. We also offer a very nice pontoon boat you can rent with your stay.

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