Blū House — A Cozy, 1BR, 2-Bed, 420‑Friendly, Pet‑Friendly Retreat Overlooking East Bay
Blū House is a welcoming, adults‑only (21+), 420‑friendly, pet‑friendly, NOT CHILD-PROOF (we discourage from booking with children in your party) hideaway designed for relaxation, comfort, and connection. With room for up to five adult guests, this 2BR sanctuary overlooks beautiful East Bay, where sunsets glow, breezes roll in, and stories unfold. Step directly onto the TART Trail, explore award‑winning vineyards, and return to a peaceful garden retreat complete with thoughtful touches — including a complimentary bottle of local wine.
Rooted in cherry‑farming heritage and canine companionship, our home invites you to rest, savor, and return.
🏡 The Space
Your private ground‑floor apartment offers 700 sq. ft. of cozy comfort with:
Two private entrances
Two dedicated parking spaces
A fully fenced garden area out front (plus new gas firepit)
A shaded, gated back patio (“the veranda”) perfect for hot days
Our own home (900 sq. ft.) is attached but fully separated by a double- locked kitchen door, separate entrances, and separate parking — giving you complete privacy while ensuring someone is nearby if you need anything.
We share our property with five friendly dogs (two corgis, a mini‑dachshund, a rat terrier mix, and a goofy Bernese Mountain Dog) and one extremely shy cat you’ll likely never see. They remain fully fenced on our side, though you may hear occasional barking. One of us is always home to keep things quiet and they do settle down after initial greetings.
We now welcome guest pets as long as they are leashed and supervised. Your garden space is fully fenced, so your pets can safely enjoy the outdoors with you.
🌿 Guest Access
You’ll have access to:
Two ground‑floor entrances — one from the back parking area, one through the front slider into your private gated garden
Front garden patio with high stools for the best East Bay views
Back patio (“the veranda”) for shade, quiet, and relaxation
Future upgrades including an outdoor shower and expanded greenhouse space — we’re always improving!
Feel free to enjoy both your garden and patio spaces. When the sun gets intense, the veranda offers a cool escape. We welcome garden tours on our side of the property as we are Master Gardeners and love to show off our hard work!
🌅 Other Things to Note
Blū House has no immediate neighbors and sits directly on Five Mile Rd. Traffic moves quickly, so please use caution when pulling out. This is why we discourage young children here as we want everyone to be safe. We also overlook busy US31N below; summer can bring some noise, but our years of intentional landscaping have created a natural sound buffer. Evenings are especially peaceful — perfect for sitting outside and watching the world go by.
You now have access to:
A new modern gas firepit (not for roasting marshmallows — just for ambiance)
Additional garden spaces on our side if you’d like to stroll or explore
We’re 5th‑generation cherry farmers, used to visitors and happy to chat. Like our dogs, we don’t bite — come say hello if you feel like it.
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About the area
Williamsburg
Located in Holiday Hills, a neighbourhood in Williamsburg, this apartment is next to a golf course and near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Traverse City Beach. Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf and Music House Museum are also worth visiting. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or try out other outdoor activities such as snowmobiling and sledging.
Village at Grand Traverse Commons - 14 min drive - 13.4 km
Getting around
Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 16 min drive
Restaurants
Culver's - 5 min drive
McDonald's - 3 min drive
Burger King - 19 min walk
Aerie Restaurant & Lounge - 5 min drive
Sweetwater American Bistro - 5 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Blū House. pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).
How much does it cost to stay at Blū House.?
As of 13 September 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Blū House. on 29 September 2026 start from NZ$653, 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 Blū House.?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Blū House.?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Blū House.?
Checkout is at 12:00 PM.
Where is Blū House. located?
Located in Holiday Hills, this golf apartment building is within 1 mile (2 km) of Grand Traverse Bay, Lake Michigan and Traverse City Beach. Mt. Holiday Ski Area and Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf are also within 2 miles (3 km).
About the host
Hosted by MOLLY SHUGART
We are 40-yrs married, local, retired former cherry farmers relocated ftom Leelanau County to our current home of 15 yrs on N. Five Mile Rd in Williamsburg (Acme, really, just 5 miles north of Traverse City). We also have 5 beautiful dogs: a Bernese Mntn dog (Ava), 2 corgi brothers (Dewi and Sammi), our red mini-dachshund (Penny Dreadful) and our baby Chapulina, a mix of all kinds, mostly busy and all very friendly.
Why they chose this property
MAJESTIC SUNSETS! Beautiful 160-degree view of East Bay right outside your front door. Peaceful fenced private garden space. Just five miles north of Traverse City, overlooking US-31N and immediate access to the TART trail.
What makes this property unique
Privacy. Beauty. Fenced garden space. Pet and 420-friendly. No neighbors, quiet evenings.