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Quiet and Peaceful 3 Bedroom Family Cottage on Lake George, 12 Miles to TC

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A deck with outdoor seating, a table with food and drinks, and a view of a lake surrounded by trees.
A cozy room with a wooden ceiling, a round table, two chairs, a lamp, and a view of trees through large windows.
A cozy room with a round table, two chairs, a lamp, a plant, and a chest of drawers.
A cozy room with a wooden table, two chairs, a chandelier, a bookshelf, and large windows with a view of trees.
A kitchen with white cabinets, a stove, a microwave, and a coffee maker.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Spider Lake

Popular amenities

  • Deck or patio
  • Toys
  • Barbecue
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Traverse City, MI
  • Place, Forest Lakes
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Spider Lake
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Arbutus Lake
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Airport, Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Back bedroom

2 Single Beds

Front bedroom

1 Double Bed

Living Room

1 Double Futon

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

2nd Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Master Bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

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About the area

Traverse City

Located in Traverse City, this cottage is near a water park and on the waterfront. Shoppers can check out Front Street, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Lake Michigan and Traverse City Beach. Centre Ice Arena and Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and hunting.
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Traverse City, MI

What's nearby

  • Forest Lakes - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Spider Lake - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Arbutus Lake - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • beach near Huckleberry Island - 5 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Front Street - 22 min drive - 24.5 km

Getting around

  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Culver's - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Peegeo's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Bayview Inn Bar & Grill - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Bob Evans - ‬17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Quiet and Peaceful 3 Bedroom Family Cottage on Lake George, 12 Miles to TC pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Quiet and Peaceful 3 Bedroom Family Cottage on Lake George, 12 Miles to TC?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Quiet and Peaceful 3 Bedroom Family Cottage on Lake George, 12 Miles to TC?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Quiet and Peaceful 3 Bedroom Family Cottage on Lake George, 12 Miles to TC?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Quiet and Peaceful 3 Bedroom Family Cottage on Lake George, 12 Miles to TC located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is steps away from Forest Lakes and Spider Lake. Arbutus Lake and High Lake are also within 2 miles (3 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. 63 out of 71 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 71 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 71 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 71 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 71 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I think this is the best lakehouse on Lake George! We liked everything about it. It was clean, peaceful and relaxing. We enjoyed eating on the patio as much as we could with a beautiful view of the lake. The kids enjoyed the little beach, paddleboat, and kayaks. Everything you could think of is there, so definitely recommend this place.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage was as described. It was clean and the host was very responsive. It is a very peaceful setting with privacy. The cottage was well equipped with everything you need. I would have liked to have a rowboat to fish with. I would rent here again.
Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful vacation

We had such a relaxing and fun stay at this cottage on a quiet lake!! Would definitely come back!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 15 August 2020
Thanks, Dana! I hope you WILL come back! You guys were great guests. We look forward to seeing you again! Gayle & Alison
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Miller family cottage

What an amazing place for a family vacation! We really enjoyed our time here. The house was clean and the owner was super nice and helpful!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 4 August 2020
Katherine, I’m so glad you enjoyed your stay! Thanks for choosing our cottage. I hope we’ll see you again! Gayle
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A cozy comfortable cabin

It's a beautiful, quiet enjoyable setting near to TC. We recommend it to anyone!
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 7 July 2025
Thanks Tim! We hope to see you again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gayle and her sister Alison provided the perfect jumping-off point to visit Traverse City, Sleeping Bear Dunes and Mackinac Island. The cute little cottage is fully appointed, complete with kayaks, firewood, a well-stocked kitchen and two full baths. It was a comfortable place to hang out after long days. The little lake made for beautiful, peaceful kayaking, and the distance from the city allowed for great star-gazing. Our visit there was a wonderful way to combine the peaceful setting in the woods with the hubbub of the touristy cities. Gayle and Alison couldn't have made us feel more at home and offered more than a few ideas off the beaten path so that we could avoid crowds sometimes.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 29 August 2026
Cindy, Thank you for the lovely review! We are so glad to have had you and your friends and are delighted that you enjoyed your stay. We truly appreciate your flexibility with the beds and appreciate your good care of our Cottage. Thank you so much, and we hope to see you again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Very relaxing visit in a quaint little cottage

We enjoyed visiting lots of amazing sites within driving distance from this cabin: downtown Traverse City, Torch lake, Sleeping Bear Dunes and Mackinac Island, but also spent a few days just relaxing, swimming, kayaking and fishing at Lake George with the kids. A great place to visit!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 26 September 2022
Thanks for staying with us this summer, Jennifer! We hope you'll consider coming again! Gayle
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect getaway

We loved the peace and quiet that this property offered. Only wish that we could stay longer. Great location, lovely lake and comfy home!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 15 September 2021
Thanks, Kelly! I hope you can come again for a little longer stay. Gayle
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Exactly as advertised...quiet and peaceful!

Such a gem of a cottage! Gorgeous peaceful lake. Homey and comfortable!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 29 March 2020
Thanks Angie. I'm glad you had enjoyed your visit. Sorry the weather was so awful for the Iceman! But I guess that's part of the race fun, eh??
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Comfortable cottage on beautiful fishing lake

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this well maintained cottage. Everything we needed was there. Loved the spacious kitchen and the sitting area overlooking the lake. The fishing was great. Looking forward to returning next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 29 September 2021
Thanks Melissa! And thanks for leaving the house so clean. I’m glad the fish cooperated! We’re looking forward to having you again next summer! Gayle & Alison
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Quiet Stay

Cozy cabin in a relaxing environment. Kids loved throwing rocks into the lake in the backyard.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Relaxing

Second visit to this cabin. Love the location, very relaxing, quiet and peaceful. House is clean and comfortable. Weather was great this year so got to enjoy the canoe and paddle boat. Nice and convenient to town!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 29 March 2020
Thank you Marcie! I’m glad the weather cooperated this year. Hopefully we’ll see you again! Thanks for choosing our cottage for your Up North vacation!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Completely worth every dime!!

Owner quickly answered all questions and was a pleasure to deal with. Most of my family have demanding jobs and we all were able to completely relax at this beautiful place.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful setting. Comfortable home and spacious for our 4 person family.

Great owners, loved having the use of the boats and raft. Fishing was fun with plenty of action. We wished there was a larger bed in the master. Otherwise, great overall stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 13 August 2022
Jon, We’re glad you enjoyed your stay & that the fish were biting. We’ve been considering putting in a king sized bed in the master BR. But this year we decided the driveway, painting & air conditioning were priorities. Maybe in the future. Thanks for taking such great care of our cottage! We hope you’ll stay with us again! Gayle & Alison
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Second time here and we will be back!

Nothing can top the location of this family cottage. Lake George is perfect for paddling and swimming, especially with kids, and it's close to Traverse and all Northern MI has to offer. It's so peaceful and quiet, and the cottage has everything you need for a vacation away from it all. Gayle & Allison are wonderful hosts! Thank you for another relaxing stay!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 13 August 2022
Thanks Melissa! We love it when our guests come back & enjoy this special place like we do. We just added air conditioning so next time you come, you’ll be able to cool down in the house if it’s too hot outside! We hope to see you again! Gayle & Alison
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Tranquil Setting on a Private Lake

Our second stay at this family cottage. Love the big eat-in kitchen. Enjoyed sitting on the deck overlooking the lake and around the fire at night. Very comfortable and well supplied. Great home base for traveling around the TC area. Appreciated commuincations from the owner.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 26 September 2022
Thanks, Melissa! We're so happy to have had you stay with us again! See you next year, I hope! Gayle
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful Cottage

This cottage is the perfect slice of heaven. It came stocked with everything you could ever need. The neighborhood is very quiet and peaceful. The views alone will keep us coming back for years to come. This was our second time staying here and we will make it a yearly vacation spot. The owners were great with communication and very friendly. We had an amazing stay and can't wait to come back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful time

We have stayed here before, what I love most is that it’s like our lake. It’s so private and so peaceful. No jet skis, no motor boats, it’s so quiet. I like the pine trees, I like the seclusion, I love the sound of nature. The beds are comfortable, and they have everything you need. Even though we had rain, we had a wonderful time.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 31 August 2022
Thanks, Michelle! I'm sorry the weather wasn't that great but I'm glad you still had fun. We'll look forward to seeing you again next summer! Thanks again for being such great guests! Gayle & Alison
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful Up North Getaway

This cottage was absolutely perfect! From the minute we walked in the doors we felt as though we had our very own slice of heaven. The house came with everything we needed and more. The view of the lake was breathtaking. We loved using the kayak and pedal boat. The lake was very quiet and peaceful. We really enjoyed ourselves and will definitely be back again next year.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 13 August 2022
Stacy, We’re so glad you enjoyed your stay & liked the cottage. We really love renting to guests who love this place as much as we do! We hope to see you again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect family getaway, and exactly as advertised

What a great find this was. Far enough from Traverse City to be away from the traffic and crowds, but the drive is manageable. We debated whether we'd be bored on a no-wake lake, but the peace and quiet was unmatched. All the extra touches were appreciated, and it was nice that it was furnished to feel like using a friend's home rather than a sterile rental. We look forward to returning in the future!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 15 September 2021
Brett, We're so glad you enjoyed your stay. You're right, the cottage is in the perfect location, and so quiet compared to the lakes with jet skis and motor boats zooming by. I'm glad you enjoyed the quiet. We're looking forward to having you again! Gayle & Alison
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Fun & Relaxing Vacation

The property is just the right size and has all the amenities to make it a very enjoyable vacation. We loved the gathering around the bonfire and riding the paddle boat. The only item missing was a hand rail from the deck to the back yard. My balance is not what it use to be.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 29 March 2020
Margaret, I'm so glad you enjoyed your stay at the cottage. And, thanks for your suggestion about the handrail from the deck. We'll work on getting that done for this coming summer! I hope you'll come again soon!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Peaceful stay with beautiful views

We had a delightful family vacation at the Miller cottage. The fishing was great, and we loved the views of the lake from the deck, and the house. The water was a little cool, but easy to get used to. All of the comforts of home were provided. We will definitely be making a return trip!!! Thank you Gayle!!! 😎🌞🐠🌅
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 29 March 2020
Diane, I'm glad you enjoyed your trip this summer! Thanks for coming and we'll definitely look forward to having you back.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Relaxing week on Lake George

A perfect place to relax on this quiet little clean lake! We went swimming, paddle boating and canoeing everyday and loved the view of the calm lake from the private deck. The cottage had everything that we could have needed; fully equipped kitchen, grill, sheets, towels, etc. You can drive anywhere you would want to go in the area in 1/2 hour- 1 hour. Well worth a longer drive to come back to this relaxing spot! We hope to come back one day!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 9 August 2020
Bethanne, We're so glad you enjoyed your stay. And my sister said to say THANK YOU!!!! for leaving the cottage so clean! We hope you come again! Gayle & Alison
Archival

10/10 Excellent

We had such a wonderful time!!!

We just loved this cottage...it's so well kept and comfortable. The lake is beautiful and was just the getaway that we needed. It's close enough to Traverse City that its just a short ride to dinner and shopping, but you still feel peaceful and removed from all the hustle and bustle when you sit out enjoying the lake behind the cottage. The cottage was clean and had all the conveniences of home. I will highly recommend this to my friends and family. we hope to go back sometime soon! Thanks for a WONDERFUL time!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

It was perfect

This is the third year we have rented this property. My children absolutely love it! And so do I. It is quiet, secluded, exactly what we love. The raft in the water bring so much joy! Close to downtown Traverse City, if that’s what you’re looking for. We prefer to stay on the lake🤗 the owners are easily accessible for any need. It really is great!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 25 July 2023
Thanks Michelle! We love having folks like you stay at our cottage who love it & respect it like family. We hope to see you again next summer!
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