See all properties
Entire home

Luxury Bayfront Retreat on Grand Traverse Bay with Private Beach and Sport Court

Beachfront, with water park

Photo gallery for Luxury Bayfront Retreat on Grand Traverse Bay with Private Beach and Sport Court

Exterior
Exterior
Sports court
Exterior
Aerial view

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

View map
Suttons Bay, MI
  • Place, Leelanau Cheese Company
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Black Star Farms
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Leelanau Sands Casino
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Airport, Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪37 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

2nd Floor Bedroom 1

2 Single Beds

2nd Floor Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

2nd Floor Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Basement Bedroom

1 King Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Basement Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Mainfloor Bathroom

Toilet

Masterbath

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet

Upstairs Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Luxury Bayfront Retreat on Grand Traverse Bay with Private Beach and Sport Court


Welcome to your ultimate Northern Michigan getaway on the stunning shores of Grand Traverse Bay. Set on a quiet, low-traffic private paved drive, this cedar-sided luxury home offers exceptional privacy, breathtaking bay views, and endless opportunities for relaxation and recreation.

Situated on an estate-sized 1.28-acre parcel with 300 feet of private West Bay frontage, this spacious home is ideal for families or groups seeking comfort, space, and a true waterfront experience.

Home Features
• 2,782+ finished square feet
• 5 bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms
• Open-concept main floor great room with expansive bay views
• Two-story cathedral ceilings and gas fireplace
• Main-floor primary suite with walk-in tiled shower and walk-in closet
• Granite countertops in kitchen and baths
• Hardwood and ceramic tile flooring throughout
• Finished walkout lower level
• Attached 2-car garage (one bay available for guest use)

Outdoor Amenities
• Multi-level decks overlooking the water
• Private sandy beach area
• 300 feet of private waterfront
• Dock available for swimming, sunbathing, and loading/unloading only
• Fenced 1,425 sq ft sport court (basketball and recreation)

Location Highlights
Conveniently located just minutes from the charming town of Suttons Bay, where you’ll find boutique shopping, local dining, and beautiful waterfront parks. Enjoy easy access to museums, art galleries, and scenic drives along the Leelanau Peninsula Wine Trail. Traverse City and the surrounding attractions of Northern Michigan are also within a short drive.

Whether you’re soaking in the bay views, enjoying time on the private beach, or exploring the area’s wineries and coastal towns, this Grand Traverse Bay retreat offers the perfect setting for a memorable vacation.

Important Information
• No pets allowed
• One garage space available for guest use
• Exterior security cameras are present
• Dock use limited to swimming, sunbathing, and loading/unloading only

Add dates for prices

Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Beach view

Have a question?

AI iconBeta

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

Similar properties

Exterior
Waterfront beach house. 5 min from Traverse City. Private Sandy beach.2026-26
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (106 reviews)
Waterfront beach house. 5 min from Traverse City. Private Sandy beach.2026-26

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
default

Events

No events allowed
default

Pets

No pets allowed
default

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Suttons Bay

Located in Suttons Bay, this holiday home is on the beach. Leelanau Cheese Company and Twisted Fish Gallery are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Black Star Farms and The Leelanau Club at Bahle Farms. Great Lakes Children's Museum and Guntzviller's Spirit of the Woods Museum are also worth visiting. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing, and don't miss out on the sledging.
View more Holiday homes in Suttons BayOpens in a new window
Map
Suttons Bay, MI

What's nearby

  • Leelanau Cheese Company - 10 min drive - 4.9 km
  • Black Star Farms - 12 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Ciccone Vineyard and Winery - 16 min drive - 10.7 km
  • Leelanau Sands Casino - 16 min drive - 13.6 km
  • Lake Leelanau - 18 min drive - 16.0 km

Getting around

  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hop Lot Brewing Company - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Big Dex's Pizzeria - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Pedaling Beans Coffeehouse - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪VI Grill - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Bisto Polaris - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Luxury Bayfront Retreat on Grand Traverse Bay with Private Beach and Sport Court pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Luxury Bayfront Retreat on Grand Traverse Bay with Private Beach and Sport Court?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Luxury Bayfront Retreat on Grand Traverse Bay with Private Beach and Sport Court?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Luxury Bayfront Retreat on Grand Traverse Bay with Private Beach and Sport Court?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Luxury Bayfront Retreat on Grand Traverse Bay with Private Beach and Sport Court located?

This Suttons Bay holiday home is on the beach, 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Lake Michigan, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Leelanau Cheese Company and Black Star Farms. The Leelanau Club at Bahle Farms and bigLITTLE Wines are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window
Rating 10 - Excellent. 27 out of 28 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 28 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 28 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 28 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 28 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Pacific S.

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

Work trip

One of the best homes I’ve ever rentedTraveled to the area with coworkers and we had everything we needed plus moreHouse management was amazing on check in and we couldn’t ask for moreThank you
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shelley V.

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

Labor Day Getaway!!

We really enjoy the house! View was great and location was good. Cayman was very friendly and easy to work with, so much room for all of us.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Wendi B.

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

Wonderful home

We’ve stayed at a lot of homes but this house was the most well stocked home we have ever rented. Then cleanliness was also far and above the best ever.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve H.

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

Terrific Place

Great location in a quiet neighborhood, right on the water with extensive outdoor options including a very nice dock. House is well maintained and nicely stocked, including the kitchen. Air conditioning and laundry work well. Plenty of space - all around a beautiful property. The property manager (Cayman) communicates well before, at check-in, and after and is easy to work with.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tom L., Wildwood, MO

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

Clean, fun and relaxing

The pictures don't do this property justice. It's a great house - it was clean and had all we needed for the week. There was between 4-5 adults and we enjoyed the sport court! The kayaks were wonderful to use - didn't try paddle boards since water was cold. Only thing missing was a lounge chair but the hammock was comfortable too. The location was handy to cideries, Traverse City etc. Great place!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Craig C.

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

Our best family vacation

This home was everything we had hoped for and more. We had a full range of ages from 7 to 75. All of us were constantly in motion - on the water, in the water (a little chilly), playing badminton, tennis, and shooting hoops, or in the basement with the wonderful pinball machine. We adults were also able to take some time to relax on the deck while keeping an eye on everyone else. The home had all of the extras that we are used to at home - little things that make a difference like good shower heads, plush towels, good pots and pans, steak knives just to name a few. All the furnishings were top notch and the home was immaculately clean. I can not say enough about this rental. We had a glorious week.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Teresa W.

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

Great place with spectacular views

We had 8 family members (3 couples & 2 single people). The house was perfect for our group and everyone was pleased with their sleeping space. Plus there was lots of room to enjoy our time together in the living room, dining room and deck. The views from the deck are spectacular and it was great to have paddle boards & kayaks to use in the water. It was a beautiful and peaceful location. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay! In addition, the property agent was very helpful. She answered all of our questions, offered many suggestions for restaurants & shopping, etc. She was easy to get in touch with & was very responsive.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Audra F.

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

Exceptional Property

This was an amazing home and is as beautiful as advertised. The home has everything you need, is spotless and is in a great location. The property management team was fabulous to work with. We hope to return!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shelly E.

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

Suttons Bay Getaway

House was perfect for our family. Adults and kids both loved the sports court. Views in morning were breathtaking. Perfect location for seeing the area. Cayman was so helpful with the house and also recommendations in the area. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jon S.

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

Nice spot on Leelanau

This is a comfortable and well-appointed property in a quiet waterfront location that is conveniently located for recreation in the mid and northern parts of the Leelanau peninsula.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stacy S., Rolling Prairie, IN

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

Fantastic Vacation

I cannot say enough good things about this house. The house was incredibly clean, spacious, and the back decks with the view on Sutton's Bay were simply stunning. Small details made this stay exceed our expectations - there were enough paper products which isn't always the case at rental houses (Paper towels, kleenex, etc), flashlights left in each bedroom which my kids loved playing with in their room, the use of the kayaks and paddleboards with plenty of lifejackets for all ages, the firewood in full stock for nightly bonfires overlooking the bay....I could go on and on. Our family truly enjoyed the stay, and we thank the owners and the rental manager for an absolutely wonderful vacation. If you're looking for the place to stay near Sutton's Bay, this is it. One thing you will want to bring with you is water shoes, as the water in the bay has lots of large rocks. When we stayed in August, the water was about waist high, perfect for swimming with my 2 & 4 year olds. During our time, we drove to both peninsulas, saw the Grand Traverse Lighthouse and the Old Mission, visited plenty of wineries and breweries nearby, and spent time in the nearby towns including Sleeping Bear Dunes, Sutton's Bay, Traverse City, North Port, Leland/Fishtown, and Cedar. All of these areas were 30-45 mins from the house. You will not regret your stay here, and we will certainly be back. :)
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Emily N.

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

Wonderful Family Time

This is a little gem of an "up North" house. All four kids (11-17) loved all the water sports and hanging out in the very comfortable house. Great location and easy to get to Traverse City and Sleeping Bear Dunes and all the little quaint towns in between. Cayman is a fabulous manager and was very attentive to our needs. She really helped everything come together nicely. Great communication and we had everything we needed. My kids and I can't thank you enough!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Stacy S.

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

Amazing home and location!

We stay in Sutton’s Bay every summer and rent a house. This was by far our favorite. I can’t say enough about it. The location is nestled in a woody area that is quiet and easy to get to off of M-22. The home is comfortable, cozy and had everything we needed. The kayaks and pinball machine were certainly some favorites. The firepit area was perfect for our nightly bonfire and s’mores. Cayman was easy to work with and quick to respond to my questions. We will be back next summer!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

John C.

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

Beautiful Location

Overall, the house is spacious and was plenty of room for 4 adults and 4 teenage girls. It was great to wake up to a spectacular view every morning. The location was nice because it was quiet and peaceful, but was close enough for things to do. We all loved being on the water. Would have given 5 stars overall just for the view and location alone. But the basement was musty and the whole place could use updating. There is a sign on a door in the basement to leave it open so the humidifier can work. We did that and we had a lot of rain and humidity the week we stayed and the damp and musty smell would not go away. We had 2 adults in our group sleep in the musty basement for a week. We also learned we had to space out our showers and limit our teenage daughters time in a shower or they would blow through the hot water in about 30 minutes. Less if someone was doing dishes or laundry. Cayman was very nice and very attentive. Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Virginia P.

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

Lovely home everything is perfect and Cayman is delightful and very helpful. Great communication

Perfect
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

lauren h.

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

Great getaway on the lake!

We had a wonderful time at the lake! The house is in a great location, just a short drive from the main street in Sutton's Bay, bike trail, wineries, hiking and more. The decks were great to hang out while enjoying coffee or a meal, making s'mores in the firepit, and easy for launching the kayaks. Cayman was a wonderful host!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Diana (Dee) S., Clinton Twp, michigan

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

Wonderful week spent at this house.

Lovely, spacious home located on the fresh clean lake with accessible water things available to us. Spectacular view in a tranquil setting. House very clean & well equipped kitchen. Cayman was very friendly & helpful. We would love to rent again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Chona A., Woodridge IL

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

Perfect family getaway

This house was much better in person and the view was absolutely gorgeous. The house was equipped with everything we needed. We enjoyed having coffee in the morning/cocktails in the evening on the spacious deck. Also made s'mores in the fire pit a couple of nights. The outdoor court was a bonus and we got to play pickle ball and badminton. All in all, this was the perfect getaway for our group and would love to go back next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Bruce L.

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

Our best Michigan stay ever.

This property was absolutely the best we have stayed in. We have traveled to the Traverse City area each summer for the last 7 years. We have stayed up and down M-22 and once in Elk City (on the east side of the bay). This property was absolutely hands down the best in regards to location and value. Cayman was very accommodating and available for any issues we had (which were essentially none). The house was so very comfortable, the beds amazing, the kitchen was very well stocked and the view was incredible. We look forward to returning in the future for our annual Michigan getaway.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

David C.

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

Such a great vacation

We've been renting houses almost yearly going back at least 10 years. This house and overall experience was the best. Communication with the property manager was amazing even before we arrive. It was the first time that a property manager met us to personally walk through the house with us and show us everything. It was a very nice start to the week. The house itself is amazing. From the moment you walk into house there are breath-taking views of the lake. The back patio was really nice. We watched a couple sunrises and a couple moonrises. It was such a great vacation. We will be renting this house again. Dave
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Tracy S.

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

Excellent house

We loved everything about this house and have already booked for next year. It is in a great location, well stocked, and Cayman is an excellent property manager. One thing of note, is there are 4 outdoor security cameras that are on while you are there because the owners live out of state. It's a little odd, but obviously didn't bother us enough to look for another property.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Ryan P.

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

Fantastic lakefront retreat!

Comfortable, clean, well listed property. The multi-use court is a huge plus. We had a wonderful time!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Tim P., Big Rapids

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

Another great getaway...

My family had a great time on Suttons Bay last week. The house had plenty of space indoors and out for all of us. Quiet when we were just hanging out and close enough to activities in the area when we wanted to go somewhere. Thanks so much for having us.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kyle F.

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

Great summer vacation home.

We had a great time in this house on vacation. There was plenty of room for everyone! The view from the deck was amazing. The area was very peaceful and relaxing. I would live to stay in this house again
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Sue G.

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

Suttons Bay

This was a wonderful place to stay! The property is well taken care of, spacious and quiet. It’s even better than it looks in the pictures and the owners provide every amenity you need for a comfortable stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

About the host

Hosted by Cayman Oltersdorf

Host profile image
I'm the Property Manager and available to answer any questions you might have about this property!

Languages:

English
Tell us how we can improve our siteShare feedback