Ellis Lake Resort - Cedar Log Cabin - Interlochen/Traverse City
*We do allow up to 2 dogs in the Cedar cabin. The fee is $10/dog/night.
*As you walk into the Cedar log cabin you are welcomed into a rustic space full of charm. The Cedar is one of our medium sized cabins. This cabin will comfortably accommodate 4 adults and 2 small children or 5 adults with it 2 queen beds and double futon. *The combination living room/kitchen/bedroom allows for comfortable sleeping, plenty of relaxation in the living area along with a small fully stocked kitchenette with all the essentials for cooking. *The remodeled bathroom with a shower makes way for additional space for your personal belongings. *The Franklin wood stove is a nice addition for those cooler nights or just wanting to have a little romance. *This is one of our more economical cabins as it sits on the front part of our property, closest to the main road (If the sound of traffic is disturbing to you, we recommend that you have a look at our other cabins located further away from the road. (Our Doghouse, Birch and Elm to name a few). *WIFI is located near the office area. *Our year round cabin offers air conditioning for the hot summer days and nights and a gas furnace for warmth to take the chill of winter away. *For your outdoor enjoyment you have your own private charcoal grill, picnic table and fire pit. From your cabin door it is just a short walk to our waterfront area on Ellis Lake or to our outdoor hot tub (shared by other guests) located in the woods beneath the pines and stars (sign up board located outside office for 1 hour of private usage). Provided in cabin: *Toaster *Coffee maker and filters *Basic spices *Pots, pans, utensils, dishes *Dish soap *Linens *Towels *Hair dryer *Charcoal grill *A/C *WIFI - located at the office area
Available Upon Request: Iron and Ironing board
Guest access: *Onsite private parking *Access to our private water front area on Ellis Lake (known for it's fishing)
Other Amenities: *Canoes *Row boats *Paddle boats *Deck at waterfront with tables, chairs, umbrellas *Playground near cabins *Tether ball *Horseshoes *Corn Hole
Other things to note: We have 13 different units on the property. To see our other listings, please search for Ellis Lake Resort, Chalet - Morning Mist and Loon Calls with Greet You, and Solitude in a Log Home in a Majestic Landscape.
Ellis Lake is a 50+ acre lake enjoyed by the nature lover as you can sit on the lovely deck in the early morning hours and often hear the call of the loons and see the swans, ducks and cranes when they are back for the season. During the day our guests enjoy taking a rowboat out to try their skills at fishing for pike, bass, perch or bluegill. Take a canoe or paddle boat out and paddle around the lake to look for the painted turtles that often sun themselves on the logs near the shoreline. A swim raft sits in the middle of the lake enticing you to take a dip or enjoy the warmth of the sun. In the evening, enjoy a campfire at the fire pit and take in the billions of stars that often reflect on the water as there are no lights to hinder this magnificent view.
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Pets
Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
$10/day/dog
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Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is allowed outside away from cabin. Windows and doors closed. Do not leave any butts on the ground.
We do not allow marijuana to be smoked on the property.
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 57
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
About the area
Grawn
Grawn is home to this cabin. Shoppers can check out Front Street, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Lake Michigan and Traverse City Beach. Interlochen Center for the Arts and Burnett Park are also worth visiting.
Interlochen Center for the Arts - 1 min drive - 1.5 km
Turtle Creek Stadium - 10 min drive - 10.5 km
Great Wolf Lodge Water Park - 14 min drive - 20.2 km
Front Street - 18 min drive - 24.5 km
Traverse City Beach - 24 min drive - 27.3 km
Getting around
Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 18 min drive
Restaurants
Culver's - 7 min drive
McDonald's - 6 min drive
Burger King - 6 min drive
Dilbert's Cafe - 4 min drive
Taco Bell - 6 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Ellis Lake Resort - Cedar Log Cabin - Interlochen/Traverse City pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).
How much does it cost to stay at Ellis Lake Resort - Cedar Log Cabin - Interlochen/Traverse City?
As of 1 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Ellis Lake Resort - Cedar Log Cabin - Interlochen/Traverse City on 8 May 2026 start from NZ$245, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Ellis Lake Resort - Cedar Log Cabin - Interlochen/Traverse City?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Ellis Lake Resort - Cedar Log Cabin - Interlochen/Traverse City?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Ellis Lake Resort - Cedar Log Cabin - Interlochen/Traverse City?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Ellis Lake Resort - Cedar Log Cabin - Interlochen/Traverse City located?
Situated in Grawn, this cabin is 1.1 mi (1.7 km) from Interlochen Center for the Arts and within 3 miles (5 km) of Interlochen Golf Club and Kresge Auditorium. Interlochen State Park and Fisher's Run are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
This spot was so cute, cozy, organized, and warm. We stayed in the winter and had a fire each night but I was surprised to find that the cabin was heated too! The hot tub was great. We want to come back in the summer!!
Allison M.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 27 December 2025
We are so happy you enjoyed your time during your short stay. We look forward to seeing you again!
Perfect for a winter getaway! Such a cozy cabin especially with the wood-burning stove! Being in the hot tub with snow swirling down on us was simply magical. Location was accessible and convenient. We got in late after the office was closed and we had no problem accessing our cabin and checking in the following morning Was exactly what we were looking for.
Carly T.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 3 December 2025
We are pleased you had such an enjoyable time with us. Have a wonderful Christmas and New Year and we look forward to seeing you again sometime.
Lake Ellis was a fun adventure. We canoed, took a nature hike and also relaxed in the hot tub. We also got a chance to see Pyramid Point, Glenn Arbor and Empire. On the way home we also stopped in to see Point Betsy Lighthouse. It was great fun!
We loved the property. We had stayed here over 15 years ago for our nephews baptism, now he is 16! It was just as we remembered it, with the exception of upgraded bathroom which is wonderful. . "T" was so sweet and even brought my mom (84) a little lantern for safety. How sweet. We would absolutley stay again. Thank You!
Great place for 2 people and our dog! Nice grounds, fire pit, etc. Check in was easy. Tons to do around the area. Only saw one bear run through the property.
Christopher T.
Response from VrboOwner on 29 June 2021
Wait! You saw a bear! Info I didn’t know. Other than that, I’m pleased you had a great stay.
I think you should tell people the water is well water and that people may want to bring their own water for coffee or cooking. Water pressure is minimal also.
My granddaughter and I, plus my dog Rylee, had a very relaxing stay and enjoyed just spending time together. The cabin was very clean and inviting with the staff surprising us with flowers and goodies to eat.
The property is what I expected with the exception of not realizing that the cabin was located right on US31 so the traffic noise was quite loud.
We enjoyed every moment in our little cabin! Super cute, clean, comfortable and homey! Closer to the main road than I would prefer but would love to go back! Great time!
Actually we rescheduled for the end of February because of lack of snow for snowmobiling. Becky the owner has been extremely helpful and accommodating. She's been a real blessing to to deal with.
Nice, clean cabin but not great for swimming or playing on the beach.
The cabin at this location was clean and the setting is very nice. However, the front cabins are only about 20 yards off US 31, so if you are a light sleeper, be aware that the traffic will likely keep you awake at night. Also the lake is great for fishing with row boats and canoes, but if you are expecting a large sandy beach where kids can dig and play and swim, this lake is not the correct place for you.
We loved our time at the cabin! It was a great jumping off spot for all of our day adventures and we would use the kitchen at night. We liked that there was no tv and took the time to play lots of games. We had rain two of our nights there so didn’t get to enjoy the fire pit as much as we wanted. The property was clean and we were even welcomed with some treats the night we arrived!
Kathy B.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 1 August 2020
Thank you, Kathy, for the nice review! We are pleased you enjoyed your stay here while discovering the many beautiful things our area has to offer. Come back again sometime!
About the host
Hosted by Becky Johnson
Languages:
English
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests