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Sunset views and privacy! Close to downtown & steps to to the beach.

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A bedroom with a wooden bed, a nightstand, a sofa, and a dining table with chairs.
A multi-story residential building with balconies, a well-maintained lawn, and a parked vehicle.
A compact kitchen with a microwave, sink, and stainless steel refrigerator.
A beach with a sandy shore, a small pool, and a row of beach chairs.
A balcony with a view of a grassy area and trees, two chairs, and a small table.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • On the beach
    A rare beachfront property in the area - enjoy direct access to the beach and sea.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Grand Traverse Bay
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Balcony

Explore the area

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Williamsburg, MI
  • Place, Grand Traverse Bay
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Grand Traverse Resort Golf Course
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Traverse City Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

2 Queen Beds and 2 Queen Sofa Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Garden

About this property

Sunset views and privacy! Close to downtown & steps to to the beach.

Top-Floor Bay View Studio, with Private Beach, 8 Miles from Downtown

Escape to a peaceful top-floor studio at The Shores, where breathtaking sunsets over East Grand Traverse Bay meet the natural beauty of Acme Creek’s wooded surroundings. Whether you’re planning a romantic getaway, a weekend adventure, or a small family vacation, this cozy waterfront retreat offers the perfect Northern Michigan escape just minutes from Traverse City.

Wake up to beautiful bay views, enjoy your morning coffee on your private balcony, and unwind in the evening as the sun sets over the water. This comfortable studio features a plush queen-size bed and a queen size pull-out sofa, making it a great fit for couples, friends, or a small family.

The well-equipped kitchen includes a full size refrigerator, two-burner cooktop, dishwasher, toaster oven/air fryer, microwave, and coffee maker with complimentary coffee to help you start your day before exploring everything the Traverse City area has to offer.

Amenities You'll Love

Stunning East Grand Traverse Bay sunset views
Private balcony overlooking the bay and creek
Air conditioning for comfortable stays year-round
Ceiling fan and screen door for fresh breeze
Self check-in for a simple arrival experience
High-speed Wi-Fi
Dedicated workspace for remote work or planning your adventures
Coffee provided (Keurig/drip coffee setup)
Beach chairs, towels, wagon for relaxing by the water
Washer/dryer

Just a two-minute walk away, enjoy access to the private sandy beach where you can swim, paddleboard, kayak, or simply relax along the crystal-clear waters of East Grand Traverse Bay. Spend your day on the shoreline, then return to your balcony for one of Northern Michigan’s unforgettable sunsets.

When you're ready to explore, you'll be close to the best of the Traverse City area:

Downtown Traverse City (8 miles)
Grand Traverse Resort & Spa
Local restaurants, breweries, and shopping
Award-winning wineries on the Old Mission and Leelanau Peninsulas
Golf courses, hiking, and biking trails
Seasonal outdoor adventures

Enjoy Northern Michigan in Every Season

Summer brings beach days, boating, wineries, and waterfront adventures. Fall offers stunning colors and scenic drives through wine country. Winter brings peaceful bay views, nearby skiing, snowmobiling, and cozy evenings at local restaurants. Spring is perfect for quieter getaways and exploring the area before the summer crowds.

Whether you’re looking for relaxation, adventure, or a romantic waterfront escape, this charming bay-view studio is the perfect home base for experiencing all that Traverse City and East Grand Traverse Bay have to offer. It's just a quick 7 minutes to the Equestrian Festival!

New ownership, proven guest favorite! This same studio was previously hosted by our co-host Dawn with 9.8 ratings! Past guests consistently appreciated the beautiful bay views, easy beach access, convenient location, cleanliness, and comfort. Those reviews remain with the former listing and do not transfer to this new one, but Dawn continues as co-host as we carry forward the warm, reliable experience guests have enjoyed here.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
We have a pack and play available.
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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

You need to know

Property # 5471465vb
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
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

Acme

Located in Williamsburg, this condo is next to a golf course and on the beach. Front Street and Village at Grand Traverse Commons are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Traverse City Beach and Torch Lake. Music House Museum and Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf are also worth visiting. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as snowmobiling.
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Williamsburg, MI

What's nearby

  • Grand Traverse Bay - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Grand Traverse Resort Golf Course - 3 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Traverse City Beach - 4 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Traverse City State Park - 5 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Front Street - 9 min drive - 10.1 km

Getting around

  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Culver's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Aerie Restaurant & Lounge - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Sunset views and privacy! Close to downtown & steps to to the beach. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Sunset views and privacy! Close to downtown & steps to to the beach.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Sunset views and privacy! Close to downtown & steps to to the beach.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sunset views and privacy! Close to downtown & steps to to the beach.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Sunset views and privacy! Close to downtown & steps to to the beach. located?

Located in Williamsburg, this beachfront condo building is next to a golf course and within 2 mi (3 km) of Grand Traverse Bay, Grand Traverse Resort Golf Course and Music House Museum. LochenHeath Golf Club and Mt. Holiday Ski Area are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 30 out of 34 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 34 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 34 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 34 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 34 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a lovely little basecamp for exploring Traverse City. We went to wineries, Sleeping Bear Dunes, and explored the downtown. It's clean and new and having the opportunity to rent kayaks on site was really a perk! Dawn was responsive and helpful when we had questions.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable stay, location was perfect for our weekend stay between Traverse City & the Elk Rapids area. Dawn was communicative before and during our stay. Thanks!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot!! Clean, responsive host and overall amazing. We loved it here. Will be back again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful place and views! We only were able to stay one night on our trip but it was a fabulous one night. Very comfortable stay and the host is super thoughtful and helpful. Thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My husband and I loved our stay here! The room was very nice and clean! Perfect location in terms of distance from downtown TC. We went cherry picking at Rennie’s, only about 10 mins away from the condo! There is also a Meijer pretty close by. The bed was very very comfortable! The view from the balcony was also very pretty. No complaints at all, the host is also very kind in communicating!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Stay!

Great location and condo!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved the condo, very clean, great view, loved the beach access. Owner was very quick to reply and answer our questions and provide anything that we needed that wasn’t already there (most everything was there!) lots of nice restaurants and beaches close by.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely space, very clean and well decorated. Balcony overlooking the bay was a treat!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Weekend Getaway

Nice little getaway for the weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful little condo and beautiful location

It was lovely. I would happily book there again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Small but everything we needed! Nice view of the bat, easy walk to the beach/pool!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cute perfect location!

Beautiful efficiency unit, newly renovated and conveniently located. Owners were awesome to work with.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

One of my favorite places to stay in Traverse City

Loved our unit. So clean, very nice furnishings. .....loved the location, right on the lake!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great rental

Nice little property. Easy access to the East Bay beach and short drive to downtown.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic Place!

Beautiful view of Grand Traverse Bay!! We had a wonderful time, and Fantastic host!! Place was clean and close to many things in the Traverse City area. We will definitely be coming back!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The TV didn’t work. I’d recommend a countertop or pizza oven. (I bought a frozen pizza and had no way of cooking it.)
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 18 July 2026
I’m sorry to hear that the TV didn’t work. I’m not sure why it wasn’t as we haven’t had this issue before or after your stay. if you would have reached out we would have remedied it right away. Thank you for the feedback regarding the pizza oven this is an unusual request but we will give this consideration for the future. Thank you for your feedback.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Perfect spot!

We rented the condo for a soccer tournament weekend and it was the perfect place for us to stay. Very clean and the kitchen area had everything we needed to make some food so we didn't have to eat out for every meal. The deck had a great view and we enjoyed walking on the beach and checking out the township park next door. Will definitely stay here again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Mini getaway

We love this property and the owners are so nice and accommodating. Thank you
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Relaxing trip

Great location. Property managers very easy to work with, answer all questions promptly, and go the extra mile. Property very clean. Will be looking at dates in the future to book again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Getaway

We enjoyed a nice long weekend at the condo. This property is well equipped with all the necessities and easy access to Traverse City and surrounding areas. Bonus was the porch looking out on to the beach and bay, perfect to sit and just enjoy. Everything went smoothly and highly recommended!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 3 August 2022
Thank you for your wonderful review. We pride ourselves on offering each guest a beautiful and accommodating stay. We would love to host you again whenever you are in the TC area.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect for two

This studio had a great view of the lake and beautiful sunsets! Very clean, comfortable and the washer/dryer unit inside the studio was a plus! Communication with Dawn was easy and would highly recommend this VRBO!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent location!

Great location for a Traverse City getaway! The view of the water from the balcony is so nice, and the beach is just a short walk away. I probably wouldn't come back with 4 people again as it was pretty tight (watch your head on the lamp when the pullout couch is out), but for 2 there would be plenty of space! If you're looking for a clean location to lay your head at night, definitely consider this spot!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great value

This was more affordable than other listings that I saw near Traverse City, and it proved to be a great value. The patio has a view of the bay and sunset, there is a township beach nearby, and it is a short drive to Traverse City amenities. We were very satisfied.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Exactly what I wanted

This is exactly as described, and exactly what we wanted. The directions to the condo were VERY helpful. It is peaceful and comfortable, but not far from anything. I would love to stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Convenient Location

The longer we stayed the more we loved this studio unit. The space is perfect for two adults. The studio was spotlessly clean with new linens. Access to the beach area on the property is very close and there's one of the best city parks (clean, well designed) along the bay located right next door. We enjoyed our stay and would stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 5 August 2022
Hi Pamela, We are so happy to know you enjoyed your stay! We appreciate your kind review and look forward to hosting you again in the future. Thank you..

About the host

Hosted by Nicole Koster

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Hi, I’m Nicole! I live in Grand Rapids and have always loved the water, scenery, and relaxed pace of Northern Michigan. I’m excited to welcome guests to our studio at The Shores and help you enjoy the best of the Traverse City area. I’m a new host, supported by my friend Dawn—the property’s longtime Superhost, now my co-host! My goal is simple: a clean, comfortable stay, clear communication, and thoughtful local recommendations. I’m happy to help when you need me and also give you space!

Why they chose this property

It's quiet, lakefront, and accessible to all the fun that Traverse City has to offer! Golfer's paradise, horse shows, and casino nearby!

What makes this property unique

We've tried to think through all the things that will make your stay most comfortable! If there's anything you need, just ask!

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