Entire home

Beautiful lakefront cottage on South Lake Leelanau with pontoon!

Family-friendly cottage on the beach, with water park

Photo gallery for Beautiful lakefront cottage on South Lake Leelanau with pontoon!

Outdoor dining
Exterior
Property grounds
Outdoor dining
Property grounds

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 9139.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

View map
  • Place, Lake Leelanau
  • Place, Front Street
  • Place, Traverse City Beach
  • Airport, Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Double Bed and 1 Crib

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Beautiful lakefront cottage on South Lake Leelanau with pontoon!

Come and enjoy our peaceful, relaxing lakefront getaway! Beautiful Lake Leelanau views from living room, kitchen, and upstairs bedroom/balcony. The summer sunsets are breathtaking!

Our cottage is located 20 minutes north of downtown Traverse City and 12 minutes away from the quaint town of Sutton’s Bay. The famous Sleeping Bear Sand Dunes are a 40-minute drive. We provide a detailed tourist binder for more in-depth information of nearby towns and attractions and are always willing to answer any questions about the area!

We have a docked pontoon boat available for rent with proof of a boater's license. The cost to rent our pontoon is a weekly rate of $800. We will not do daily rentals and a waiver will need signed.

The front of the cottage includes a large deck with gas grill and outdoor dining table. The lake is approximately 50 feet from the deck. There is a small sandy beach area, fire pit, small deck, and a dock for lake access.

We want you to feel comfortable and at home in our cottage. All amenities are listed below. Bed linens and towels are provided. We provide bath towels but ask tenants to bring their own beach towels. Also, please know we do not have air-conditioning in our cottage. The cool northern Michigan nights and breeze from the lake typically keep things comfortable. We also ask tenants understand this is a non-smoking residence.
We are pet friendly and your dog(s) are welcome to vacation with you!



*Note: A few reviews from years ago have comments about the host living on property. Please know this is no longer the case. You will have the cottage to yourself. This includes the whole downstairs (two bedrooms, bath, living room, kitchen) and half the upstairs (two bedrooms and bath). We close off the other half for our personal use when we are home and not renting.

Add dates for prices

Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

Have a question?

AI iconBeta

Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews.

Similar properties

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
default

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Great for kids & families.
default

Events

No events allowed
default

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Dogs are allowed with a limit of (2).
default

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Property is NON-smoking.

Important information

You need to know

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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Traverse City

Located in Traverse City, this cottage is on the beach. Shoppers can check out Front Street, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Lake Michigan and Traverse City Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Great Lakes Children's Museum and Great Wolf Lodge Water Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Map
Traverse City, MI

What's nearby

  • Ciccone Vineyard and Winery - 11 min drive - 8.7 km
  • Village at Grand Traverse Commons - 16 min drive - 20.9 km
  • Front Street - 18 min drive - 21.2 km
  • Great Wolf Lodge Water Park - 19 min drive - 24.1 km
  • Traverse City Beach - 25 min drive - 28.2 km

Getting around

  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Farm Club - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Brengman Brothers - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Paradise Cove Bar & Grill - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Bisto Polaris - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Cedar Tavern - ‬20 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful lakefront cottage on South Lake Leelanau with pontoon! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Beautiful lakefront cottage on South Lake Leelanau with pontoon!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful lakefront cottage on South Lake Leelanau with pontoon!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful lakefront cottage on South Lake Leelanau with pontoon! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Traverse City cottage is 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Lake Leelanau and 3 mi (4.9 km) from Lake Michigan. The Leelanau Club at Bahle Farms and Brengman Brothers are also within 6 miles (10 km).

About the host

Hosted by Ryan McCarthy

Host profile image
Thank you for considering our property!

We are a married couple with 3 young boys. Our cottage has been in the family for almost 3 decades and holds a very special place in our hearts.
When we are not making memories at the lake, we love to give other families the chance to do so! We can answer any questions you have and hope you consider renting from us.

Have a blessed day!
-Ryan & Annie

Why they chose this property

Our beloved cottage is a relaxing space to unwind and relax in one of the most beautiful areas in Michigan. Awake refreshed and ready for a day of exploring the sand dunes. Head out and wander to one of the nearby wineries. Bring a bottle back to enjoy while watching the gorgeous sunset over the lake. Take a short drive to a nearby town for shopping or a delicious local meal. Enjoy a nearby beach for some relaxation in the sun or unique rock hunting on the shores of Lake Michigan. Or stay put and enjoy all the lake has to offer right at our cottage—swimming, fishing, boat rides, s’mores over a camp fire….life is truly better at the lake.

What makes this property unique

Our property sits on almost 1 acre about 200 feet from the road down a hill. The cottage is located right on the lake with a sandy beach area and access to a pontoon boat. There are stairs leading down to the lake for swimming access (water shoes recommended). We are dog friendly and love having dogs enjoy the lake too. Since we are on the east side of the lake, we get to enjoy stunning sunsets. Once the sun sets, the night sky fills with stars for stargazing next to the campfire.
Our cottage is close to local towns and attractions, but far enough away from the city noise for that serene, relaxing get-away you are looking for. This year, we are offering 4 bedrooms and an extra full bathroom, perfect for multiple couples and families.

Languages:

English