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Waterfront, kayaks included. Spectacular Views Of The Bay, Pet Friendly

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A beach with several Adirondack chairs arranged on the sand, facing the ocean.
A kitchen with a central island, wooden cabinets, and a large window providing natural light.
A cozy living room with a large window overlooking a lake, furnished with a sofa and armchairs.
A kitchen with a large island, wooden ceiling beams, and large windows.
A wooden cabin surrounded by dense trees and a dirt path leading to it.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Beach, waves and sand
    Guests enjoy the stunning beach views at this property.
  • On the beach
    A rare beachfront property in the area - enjoy direct access to the beach and sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Lake Michigan
4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Patio
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchenette
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Williamsburg, MI
  • Place, Grand Traverse Bay
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Traverse City Beach
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Front Street
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Airport, Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Waterfront, kayaks included. Spectacular Views Of The Bay, Pet Friendly

This beachfront, 4 bedroom home located 2 1/2 miles north of the Grand Traverse resort, and 6 miles north of downtown Traverse City, enjoys a spectacular view of the East Bay and its crystal clear waters. On both levels you will find 2 bedrooms along with a wood-burning fireplace (main floor only) The main floor kitchen is fully equipped, with a kitchenette in the lower level, also TV's on both floors for further convenience. There is also laundry facilities and plenty of space for cards, games and moving around.

This cozy home is ideal for families and friends. Easy beach access for boating, skiing, fishing, walking the beach, and a relaxing day in the sun. Enjoy fires on the beach or cocktails on the deck. The property is situated close enough to Traverse City to enjoy local activities and festivals and yet far enough away for quiet privacy and spectacular sunsets.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:30 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Family friendly!!
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Events

No events allowed
Parties and events are not allowed.
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 9 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Pet Addendum is required with reservation contract
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking outside only, please clean up any residue.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 653025vb
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
Note from host: Parties and events are not allowed.
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

Williamsburg

Located in Williamsburg, this cottage is in the city centre and on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Traverse City Beach. Music House Museum and Guntzviller's Spirit of the Woods Museum are also worth visiting. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or try out other outdoor activities such as ice skating and snowmobiling.
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Williamsburg, MI

What's nearby

  • Grand Traverse Bay - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Grand Traverse Resort Golf Course - 4 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Traverse City Beach - 8 min drive - 10.4 km
  • Turtle Creek Casino - 9 min drive - 13.0 km
  • Front Street - 13 min drive - 15.8 km

Getting around

  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Culver's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Aerie Restaurant & Lounge - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Season's Buffet - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Waterfront, kayaks included. Spectacular Views Of The Bay, Pet Friendly pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Waterfront, kayaks included. Spectacular Views Of The Bay, Pet Friendly?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Waterfront, kayaks included. Spectacular Views Of The Bay, Pet Friendly?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Waterfront, kayaks included. Spectacular Views Of The Bay, Pet Friendly?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Waterfront, kayaks included. Spectacular Views Of The Bay, Pet Friendly located?

Located in Williamsburg, this beachfront cottage is in the city centre, just steps away from Grand Traverse Bay and Lake Michigan. LochenHeath Golf Club and Music House Museum 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. 80 out of 93 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 93 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 93 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 93 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 93 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The PERFECT beach house getaway. Carole communicated well in advance of our stay and made sure we were prepared for our time. The property was clean, well-stocked with essentials, and was a beautiful setting for a relaxing weekend. Zero complaints!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay here! The house was so cozy and had every amenity we could possibly need, and the short drive into TC made it easy to enjoy downtown but still feel secluded while we sat on the beach. Absolutely recommend and would stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
This was a perfect spot for a family retreat! The house was clean and well stocked with all necessities. The beach was quiet and relaxing, including the fire pit!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and host communication is amazing. Quick response time.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is our third year staying at this home. We had a great visit. It was cooler than previous years but that didn't stop us from enjoying the beach. We love the location and did I mention, the beach? Parts of the home were updated over the winter which we much appreciated the new mattress and floors.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was very communicative, answered questions quickly. House very clean and comfortable. Nice sunsets from the beach but spotty views from deck / backyard. Not too difficult to walk from house to beach but we are 70 yrs old so less steep steps and a hand rail to beach would be nice!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had the most fabulous stay at this quiet waterfront property. We enjoyed the view, the private beach, and the sunsets. Great kitchen and updated bathrooms, comfy beds, AC units, and everything we needed to unplug by the lake. Carole checked in often and was a great host!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Location
Very nice floor to ceiling windows overlooking the bay. Kitchen nicely equipped. Nice patio chairs. Clean.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peaceful Stay on the Beach

We enjoyed a lovely stay, playing on the beach, campfires on the beach and looking at dark skys!
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great communication with host and we loved being on the water!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean home with beautiful views of the bay.Plenty of room for 4 couples and a couple kids.Enjoyed the close proximity to wineries, golf and all the amenities of Traverse city! Would stay here again!
Sunsets
Private beach
Bonfire on the beach
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful, Relaxing Beachfront Home

Our family stays at this property nearly every year. Carole is great to work with and the beach view is magnificent.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My family and I were in northern MI to leaf peep and we were very pleased with the location of the vrbo. The view of Lake MI is also superb!The host is also very interactive, checking in multiple times during our stay to see if we needed anything.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely beach house

Very cool beach house full of character and charm. Great location as well. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay

Loved the lake access and views. Not too far from Traverse City. Cabin-feel.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Weekend getaway

Amazing location , beautiful house with breathtaking views
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic getaway with friends

This is a wonderful house nestled in the woods right on Lake Michigan. It was very clean, comfortable and the owners were very prompt and responsive when we needed to get in touch with them. We will definitely be looking to stay here again soon!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our second year staying here. The location is perfect for us. We love the beach for the dog and night time bonfires. In general the neighbors are quiet depending on what visitors they may have. Any issues were quickly resolved.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A Relaxing Getaway

We had a lovely stay. Loved the location and the private beach. The rental was spacious, clean and has many views of the bay. Communication with Carole was always prompt. Would have loved to stay longer!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was nice, but not easy to get to the waterfront. The stairs did not all have railings or were buried in vines; pathway washed out, so hard to climb up to house or down to water.The deck was nice but hard to see the bay and outdoor dining table was too big so could not sit at the sides - only the ends and had to go out different doors to access each table end.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Summary Getaway

Was a perfect private oasis with a wonderful elevated deck producing amazing views, and a secluded beach and waterfront.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Summer Getaway

My family, including my infant son and our dog, stayed for a week in early June and had a fantastic time. The house was lovely and Carole was a wonderful host. I could not recommend it enough.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Traverse City

Lovely property with georgous views. Owners very responsive and easy to work with. Would highly recommend!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Girl's Weekend

Five women including me stayed in the rental for the weekend for a girl's weekend. The accommodations were perfect for our group. The view of the lake was amazing. I would love to stay here in the summer and enjoy the water/beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

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

Great Location

The property was beautiful, inside was very spacious, and owner was very good! The only reason my over all rating was a 3 star, was due to mold in the house, as my sister and myself have allergies.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 14 April 2021
Dawn, thank you for sharing your information with me. The issue has been rectified. Thanks again for bringing it to my attention.

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Hosted by Carole Loftis

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