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Charming, cozy cottage 10 feet from water's edge on Lake Leelanau.

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A lakeside patio with outdoor seating, a gazebo, and a pathway leading to a dock.
A lakeside house with a dock, a small shed, and a gazebo.
A house with a garden in front, a white fence, and a view of a body of water with an American flag.
A cozy wooden interior with a sofa, a coffee table, and a TV mounted on a wooden wall.
A wooden interior with a dining table, chairs, a lamp, and a window with blinds.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
At the lakefront, this cottage accommodates 10 guests in 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. Enjoy adventure activities like windsurfing, kayaking, and fishing nearby. The patio offers outdoor space, while golf facilities are also close by. This pet-friendly property is near shopping, Lake Leelanau, and Brengman Brothers.

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • By the lake
    Guests love the beautiful lakefront location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Lake Leelanau
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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Traverse City, MI
  • Place, Lake Leelanau
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Front Street
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Place, Traverse City Beach
    ‪25 min drive‬
  • Airport, Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪27 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

Charming, cozy cottage 10 feet from water's edge on Lake Leelanau.

Two story cottage 10 feet from the water's edge. Old up north feel, but with all the modern amenities. This property allows 8 adults and 2 children under 5. Main floor has Living room with gas fireplace, dining room looking over the water and full kitchen with dishwasher and microwave and full bath. Bamboo hardwood floors. Second story has four bedrooms and a full bath. Bedrooms are as follows: One bedroom with queen bed, TV and full bath, bedroom at front of cottage with 1 queen bed & 1 full, another bedroom with queen bed and a room off that with a full bed. Also a sleeper sofa in dinning room.
License #2026-31
Keywords: Lake front, 23 mile lake, sandy bottom, fishing, boating, swimming, Close to shopping, golf, biking has

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 958852
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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

Traverse City

Located in Traverse City, this cottage is on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Traverse City Beach. Jacob's Corn Maze and Great Lakes Children's Museum are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and cycling nearby.
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Traverse City, MI

What's nearby

  • Lake Leelanau - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Village at Grand Traverse Commons - 18 min drive - 19.8 km
  • Front Street - 18 min drive - 20.2 km
  • Great Wolf Lodge Water Park - 19 min drive - 22.7 km
  • Traverse City Beach - 25 min drive - 27.8 km

Getting around

  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪West End Tavern - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Cedar River Coffee Company - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Hayloft Inn - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Farm Club - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Apache Trout Grill - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming, cozy cottage 10 feet from water's edge on Lake Leelanau. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at Charming, cozy cottage 10 feet from water's edge on Lake Leelanau.?

As of 23 September 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Charming, cozy cottage 10 feet from water's edge on Lake Leelanau. on 27 June 2027 start from NZ$6,416, 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 Charming, cozy cottage 10 feet from water's edge on Lake Leelanau.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Charming, cozy cottage 10 feet from water's edge on Lake Leelanau.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming, cozy cottage 10 feet from water's edge on Lake Leelanau.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Charming, cozy cottage 10 feet from water's edge on Lake Leelanau. located?

Situated on a lake, this cottage is steps from Lake Leelanau and within 6 mi (10 km) of Lake Michigan and Brengman Brothers. Grand Traverse Bay and Cedar Lake are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 37 out of 41 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 41 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 41 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 41 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 41 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Comfy cottage

Perfect location on Lake Lelanau
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful cabin on Lake Leelanau

We absolutely loved the cabin. Everything about it was perfect and we absolutely loved the views and our time on the lake.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 6 March 2020
Thanks for the kind review. I’m so glad you enjoyed your time there. Thanks for leaving it spotless! Jane
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great vintage lakefront home

Super clean and comfortable home in a great location - very relaxing!!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 23 August 2022
Glad you enjoyed your time at our cottage. Jane
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect location

Home is just like pictures. Hosts are incredibly kind and easy to connect with. Location is great - right on the water, close enough to town, but far enough away to enjoy the peace of the lake.
Stayed 11 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 June 2025
Thanks Leah, you were great guests.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Photos are accurate that this 1930’s cabin sits right on the very peaceful Lake Leelanau which is very quiet and tranquil. The cabin is full of rustic charm with pine paneled ceilings and walls. All 4 bedrooms are on the second floor along with one bathroom and shower. The second bathroom & shower are on the first floor. There is a pull out sofa on the first floor in case someone can not navigate the steps. All rooms have AC if needed. There is a gas fireplace in the living room. The kitchen contains necessary items for cooking at home and there are 2 out door gas grills. The garden is full of lovely flowers and the outside covered patio is shared with a neighbor (who never used it the 3 weeks we were there). There is a fire pit and wood was available. A large assortment of games and puzzles were available for use as well as books highlighting the area. The owners were immediately responsive to and questions, concerns or recommendation requests. The location was a 15-20 minute drive to Traverse city so very conveinent. The home is pet friendly
Stayed 20 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful memories made at this comfortable Coachella on the lake! We would come back in a heartbeat.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 9 August 2025
Thx Georgene for the nice review. You would be welcome back anytime. The cottage was immaculate.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Casual Cottage on Waterfront

A very comfortable and casual old Cottage right on Lake Leelanau. Wonderful friendly and helpful owners!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Great Location

Property Managers were very attentive to any questions we had. Very cute cabin. Beautiful sunsets lots of outdoor seating.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 8 July 2022
Thanks again for water my flowers. They all looked great. Jane
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Such a Special Place!

We had an excellent stay at the property. We had two young kids and the set up was perfect on the water. Great location, close to Traverse, Suttons Bay, etc. Hosts were responsive and the house was well stocked with linens and household products. 5 starts!
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 24 September 2024
Thanks Rebecca for your nice review. You were great guests.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Classic lakeside cottage on a lovely lake

Jane and Jack were so friendly and helpful and their cottage is delightful. We heard loons at night and saw bald eagles fly over during the day. It was wonderful to sit on the dock and watch the sun set.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful cottage, beautiful view!

Along with my husband, kids, and mom & stepdad, I spent a wonderful week at the Comfy Inn. Jack and Jane are very caring, responsive owners who take great care of their home. This has been one of our most favorite stays in Traverse Ciry. We will be back next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 16 August 2020
To the best renters ever, thanks for the kind review. Jane
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely up north cottage.

We enjoyed our time on Lake Leelanau. The location of the cottage was perfect. We explored the surrounding towns and wineries. We loved the boating, sunsets and fires at night. The cottage was as described and worked perfectly for us. Jack and Jane we great host and quick to answer any questions. Would stay again in their cottage.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 17 August 2022
Thx Barbara, we’d love to have you back. Jane
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
a lovely spot, right on the water and incredibly peaceful, especially in the early autumn. The cabin is rustic, but it has everything you could possibly need and is very comfortable. The gas fireplace was perfect on cool mornings and falling asleep listening to the waves lap at the shore outside was priceless. The icing on the top of this birthday week cake was the appearance of the northern lights, which were perfectly visible looking north from the end of the dock. Magical!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 7 October 2025
Thanks Rochelle for the wonderful review. Love to hear guests love our cottage as much as we do. So glad you enjoyed your time there. Jane
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful getaway!

This is a lovely classic cottage right on the lake. The views are spectacular, and we were lucky enough to see the Northern Lights. The cottage has all the necessary amenities and is a perfect place to spend time at Lake Leelanau. It’s located a short ride to the halfway point of the Leelanau Trail, so you can easily bike into Traverse City or Suttons Bay. Highly recommended!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 24 September 2023
Thx for the great review
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Charming cottage!

We enjoyed our stay at the Cozy Cottage for a week. 2 couples and 2 dogs. The location is great, the house is as described, cozy and charming. The garden and planters are full of flowers, very pretty. The house and outdoor areas are comfortable. The owners are very responsive.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 16 September 2023
Thx so much for your nice review, you were excellent guests!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely cottage on a gorgeous lake

Charming and cozy, this lakefront cottage is perched on the edge of the water providing sweeping views of the lake. Great fire pit, two kayaks and a dock with sunset views, this home does not disappoint. The well-stocked kitchen is complete with spices and fresh-cut flowers. The Comfy Inn lives up to its name.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 1 July 2023
Thank you so much for the wonderful review. You were the perfect quests and we would love to have you back anytime. Glad you enjoyed our cottage. Jane
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Love the Lake Life

Charming from the moment we pulled up to the property. Has a quaint vintage vibe. Even though we are not family, it felt like a familiar place you were happy to see again.. How lovely it was to literally be right on the beautiful water of Lake Leelanau! Picture perfect!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome Cottage !!!

We had a wonderful week at this home. Location on the lake was perfect. We enjoyed swimming right off the dock, the ground was clear and very few rocks. The cottage was great for our family & dogs. Kitchen was well stocked. Can't beat the view out the back of the home or from the back porch. Jane was extremely responsive for anything we needed and called after check-in to make sure we were all set. Would stay here again on our next trip to Lake Leelanau.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 14 August 2024
Thx James for the wonderful review. Glad you enjoyed your stay. We would certainly welcome you back. Jane
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Great Location

Our family had a nice time at the cottage. There is plenty of space outiside to relax. The kitchen had most of the utesils and basic spices needed for cooking. It was very close to Traverse city wich was convenient. The property owners were quick to respond. I would recomend bringing water shoes if you plan on swimming due to the amount of rocks in the lake.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

We would stay here again in a heartbeat!

The cottage is fabulous. .. perfect location.. gorgeous setting ...everything you need is there. And if it isn’t? Jack and Jane are wonderful! Very accommodating and available. Our kids ages 21,24,27, and 32 oh and Missy our doodle were in heaven! No one wanted to leave! From listening to our kids play guitar and singing on the dock, or hearing the waves crash during a big thunderstorm... it was truly special!
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 31 August 2020
Thank you so much for the great review. I’m so pleased you had a wonderful time. Jane
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Classic Summer Lake House

A fantastic location for all-day water sports and beautiful northern Michigan sunsets. Not at all rustic, but more of a classic seasonal lake house. Everything was clean and tidy, and the home is well-appointed with everything you need for a great week on the lake. We had 7 adults and never felt crowded - spending most of our time out on the lake, on the dock deck, or in the front room that overlooks the lake. Parking is limited to 4 vehicles and there is not room on property to store your boat trailer (we improvised and made it work). The public boat launch is 2 miles away.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a beautiful home with all the perfectly old quirks you'd imagine from a 100 year old home. Things you might not know going into your stay: You will be sharing the outdoor pavilion with the neighbors, who are very lovely, and were honestly never out there. There is a full time tenant in the detached garage, but you don't ever see him but coming and going from work. If you have a larger group, and are staying for an extended time, be sure you bring or buy extra toiletries and paper towel. There is a fourth bedroom that you will have to get to by going through the third bedroom. What you need to know: The house is charming and screams with history....think bootleggers! The house is literally a one of a kind as it's grandfathered in to be ON the lake. There was only one other home like this and it was tore down. You can't beat the view! The owners are super responsive and friendly. I would for sure stay again.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Adorable cabin on the lake!

We had a great week at this property. The owners were easy to contact and responded in a timely manner. The location is great to travel around the Traverse City area. Thank you for allowing us to stay in your family cottage!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great waterfront

Quintessential lakefront property (about 5 ft from water!). Absolutely adorable cottage with spacious bedrooms. We loved our stay here.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

August visit

Step out the door & you're on the lake with a nice breeze every day. 15 minutes to Traverse City & 15 minutes to Suttons Bay. Jane & Jack were wonderful & at the ready for questions or concerns. Cabin was quite old & rustic but extremely clean & we'll maintained. We had a great time.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2021

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Hosted by Jane and Jack Anderson

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