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Lake Leelanau Vacation Rental | 6BR | 5BA | Stairs Required | 6,000 Sq Ft
Furnished Deck | Outdoor Dining & Seating | Lake Views
Exterior | Lake Access | Fire Pit
Living Room | Wood-Burning Fireplace | Free WiFi | Central Heating
Living area

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
6 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 14557.4 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Lake Leelanau, MI
  • Place, Lake Leelanau
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Historic Fishtown
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪41 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bed and 1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

3 Single Beds

Bedroom 6 (Loft)

1 King Bed

5 bathrooms

Full Bathroom

Full Bathroom

Full Bathroom

Full Bathroom

Full Bathroom

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area

About this property

Unwind Fireside, Walk to Water! Lake Michigan Home

6,000 Sq Ft | Family Friendly | ~ 3 Mi to Leland & Fishtown

A classic Up North escape awaits at this Lake Leelanau vacation rental. Situated on over an acre of land, the deck and backyard are the perfect spots to take in spectacular sunsets and lake views. Spend your days exploring Pyramid Point and Sleeping Bear Dunes, or test your luck at Leelanau Sands Casino, then come back to unwind and reconnect! Book this lodge-inspired retreat today and experience the best of Michigan’s Wine Country!

-- THE PROPERTY --

SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS
- Bedroom 1: 1 king bed
- Bedroom 2: 1 king bed, 1 twin bed
- Bedroom 3: 1 queen bed
- Bedroom 4: 1 queen bed
- Bedroom 5: 3 twin beds
- Bedroom 6 (Loft): 1 king bed
- Additional Sleeping: 1 portable crib

OUTDOOR LIVING
- Private shoreline (beach not guaranteed) & direct water access
- Expansive deck, outdoor dining & seating
- Patio w/ gas grill (propane provided)
- Basketball hoop

INDOOR LIVING
- Smart TVs
- 2 wood-burning fireplaces (firewood not provided)
- Dining tables, wet bar
- Books, board games
- Ceiling & standing fans

KITCHEN
- Dishwasher, stove, fridge
- Drip coffee maker, coffee & tea, blender, ice maker
- Microwave, toaster
- Dishware/flatware, spices, basic cooking essentials
- Beverage cooler, mini fridge

GENERAL
- Free WiFi
- Washer/dryer
- Central heating, iron/ironing board
- Towels/linens
- Hair dryer, complimentary toiletries
- Trash bags/paper towels

ACCESSIBILITY
- 2-story home, 1 step required to enter
- 2 bedrooms & 2 bathrooms on 1st floor

FAQ
- No A/C

PARKING
- Driveway (6 vehicles)

-- THE LOCATION --

- Nestled in the heart of Leelanau County — where vineyards meet crystal clear lake waters
- 3 miles to Van's Beach on Lake Michigan
- 20 miles to Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore
- 8 miles to Suttons Bay
- 10 miles to Good Harbor Bay Trailhead
- 11 miles to Leelanau Sands Casino & Lodge
- 23 miles to Traverse City
- 28 miles to Cherry Capital Airport

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-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- No pets allowed
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Please do not exceed the maximum occupancy
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- This 2-story home requires 1 step to enter. There are 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms on the 1st floor
- The property has ceiling fans and standing fans, but does not offer A/C
- There may not always be a beach as the water washes out the sand and brings stones to the shoreline
- The lower level of this home is heated with a zoned boiler. The upper level is heated by electric heating and each room has its own thermostat
- During certain times of the year, water shoes are recommended as the shore can be rocky

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 and a first aid kit

About the area

Lake Leelanau

Located in Lake Leelanau, this holiday home is on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore.
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Lake Leelanau, MI

What's nearby

  • Lake Leelanau - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Historic Fishtown - 4 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore - 5 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Front Street - 32 min drive - 47.2 km
  • Traverse City Beach - 40 min drive - 53.8 km

Getting around

  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪VI Grill - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Leelanau Pie & Pastry - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Nittolo's Seafood And Social - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Pedaling Beans Coffeehouse - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Tandem Ciders - ‬19 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Unwind Fireside, Walk to Water! Lake Michigan Home pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Unwind Fireside, Walk to Water! Lake Michigan Home?

As of 25 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Unwind Fireside, Walk to Water! Lake Michigan Home on 16 September 2026 start from NZ$1,813, 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 Unwind Fireside, Walk to Water! Lake Michigan Home?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Unwind Fireside, Walk to Water! Lake Michigan Home?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Unwind Fireside, Walk to Water! Lake Michigan Home?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Unwind Fireside, Walk to Water! Lake Michigan Home located?

Situated on a lake, this holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Lake Leelanau and Lake Michigan. Van's Beach and Historic Fishtown are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 16 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 16 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 16 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 16 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent location and place. Our group had a great experience. Highly recommended!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Beautiful vacation property

This is a gorgeous property beautifully maintained. Our group of 10 spanning 3 generations made use of all of it-from the beach and deck to the tv/gaming area and the beautiful great room. We highly recommend it and would happily rent it again!
Response from VrboOwner on 27 August 2025
Brenda, we are overjoyed that you and your clan enjoyed the Birdsong property so much. It is something special indeed when you are surrounded by all the incredible nature that you find yourself immersed in. We love this spot and glad you felt the same way. Thank you so much for being our guest.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kim W.

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

Great property with beautiful views

Lovely home with space for us all to gather together while also having our own space. Outdoor living area had a gorgeous view of Lake Michigan.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 5 July 2025
From the owner: "Isn’t the view of Lake Michigan amazing? That we get to share it with our guests is a privilege, and so delighted that you got to experience it. The house does make for a great space for couples to have together, and a private space, and good to know was a good fit for you. We hope you can stay with us again. Thank you for being our guest."
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Catherine G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our family enjoyed a wonderful week in the house! It was very spacious, clean, and equipped with everything we needed for the week. The deck and beach provided incredible views of the lake and sunsets; we even had a few bald eagle sightings! The location was perfect as well- just minutes to Leland for shopping, dinner, or groceries. We can’t wait to return!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 26 July 2025
Wonderful! We are so thankful to have you as our guest. It is a beautiful spot to enjoy nature, the lake and sunsets indeed. We look forward to seeing you next summer.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location, location, location! The site on Lake Michigan is fantastic and the close proximity to Leland, Suttons Bay and Glen Arbor creates a multitude of fun activities. The large bedrooms and five full baths made this house a perfect fit for our family of nine adults and two teens.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 11 August 2025
It was so great to have you as our guest Chris and appreciate how much you enjoyed the Birdsong house. Next summer will be here before you know it. See you next summer!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Holly M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely property with plenty of great sleeping options for little people and adults alike. Lovely long outdoor eating table when weather cooperates. Would have loved a few smaller chairs for children and a straight backed arm chair for my husband with a bad back but everything else was picture perfect. Lots of great space for families. Tons of puzzles and board games for young and old alike. Great place for s’mores and the beach was a highlight too.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 7 September 2025
We love hearing that you enjoyed the property and the beach. We think it’s a pretty special place too. Being able to have all of your family under one roof and enjoying it is just magical. We will look at getting some chairs for the little ones. Thank you for staying at the Birdsong house.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Outstanding. Property was exactly as advertised. Beautiful location. Very well appointed. Host was responsive to needs/concerns. Our family of 11 were very comfortable and happy. Highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 23 August 2025
We are delighted to know you had an outstanding experience at the Birdsong house. Having our guests have a wonderful stay is the best compliment of all. Thank you for being our guest
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa W.

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

Paradise by the lake!

We just loved this house! Lots of space right by the lake. What a gorgeous property and an amazing place to be together.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 3 August 2024
From the owner: "We love when our guests love the house and the beautiful lake. It is such a special place to us and we love to share it with those who appreciate it. We hope you took home many good memories. Thank you for being our guest."
Verified

4/10 Poor

Peggy B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
The property needs a full clean from top to bottom - cobwebs throughout inside, showers need good scrubbing, sheets had not been changed on one upstairs bed, fireplace had not been cleaned out from previous guests, kitchen door hard to lock.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 October 2025
From the owner:"We appreciate you taking the time to share your feedback and apologize for any cleaning discrepancies you experienced. Please know that maintaining a clean and comfortable home for our guests is a top priority. During each turnover, the house is thoroughly cleaned, and all sheets are stripped and replaced. We weren’t made aware of any concerns during your stay other than the sticky doorknob and some remaining ash in the fireplace, both of which were promptly addressed. That said, we will always strive to do better and thank you for being our guest."
Verified

8/10 Good

Marie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Need lighting in stairway. Some lighting was confusing. Doors stick in bedroom 1&6 bathrooms…one guest got stuck and couldn’t open door. Overall, enjoyed our stay and the house was nice. The location of property was fabulous…that view!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 7 October 2025
From the owner: "We are happy you enjoyed staying at the Birdsong house. The view is stunning, is it not? Thank you for your feedback. There is much moisture on the lake, and at times doors can get sticky, and we are sorry about that. We will look at putting brighter bulbs on the stairway too. Thanks so much for being your guest."
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Markley M.

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

Wonderful home on the shore of Lake Michigan with amazing views

This home lives up to is VRBO billing. Great place. You will love it. Lots of room; amazing deck for sunset views; close to many interesting places. Clean. Well equipped kitchen. We were very happy with our week there.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 5 August 2024
From the Owner: "It is so delightful to know that you loved this home as much as we do. To have a front-seat view from the deck as the sunsets can not be beat! You really need to see it to believe it. Thank you for being our guest Markley. Please come and visit us again soon."
Verified

8/10 Good

michael j.

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

MI Lake Leelanau area

very nice but limited soap and no shampoo or lotion
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

dale

Wonderful House for a Large Group!!!

We loved the Spacious Lake Leelanau Home on Lake Michigan!!! There were eight of us in our group that gets together every two years, and this was probably our favorite house we have stayed at so far. The outdoor seating (and views) was a favorite with lots of seating options, the kitchen was well stocked, the fire pit made for a perfect evening after sunset, and the spacious great room was used every morning by those of us getting up early. The rooms were great, as was the rest of the house!I would add that there are really 5 bedrooms with walls and a door. The upstairs "master bedroom" is really a loft area with access through a door on one side and an open circular staircase on the other side. Additionally, the mattresses were either extremely soft and one was extremely firm.5 STARS from all of us for the Spacious Lake Leelanau Home on Lake Michigan!!
Response from VrboOwner on 26 September 2025
Wow! How cool for friends to gather together and we are happy the Birdsong house could be that landing spot. We hope many good memories went home with all of you. Perhaps your next two year gathering will be at the Birdsong house again. Cheers to being our guest!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property was amazing! Easy for a family getaway. Beach access was perfect. As a family from mostly Texas, we were worried about no air conditioning, but the cross winds throughout the house and fans in every room made it well circulated and not a problem in mid July. The access to Leland is about 5 minutes. Easy to get groceries or walk around town. The beds weren’t the softest but manageable for the week. Lots of places for people to sit. A well organized kitchen. Grill. Everything you need is at this house. The only complaint from our group is about the water smell which we forgot about in Michigan on a well. The sulpher comes and goes. All in it was a fabulous trip and one we would do again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 26 July 2025
Birdsong is an amazing home isn’t. You get to appreciate nature at its finest and have lots of room for family to share. We hope you went home refreshed and relaxed. We are putting another filter type to help with the sulphur in the water too. Thank you so much for being our guest.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Fun for All!

We were a family group ranging in age from 10 to 74, and everyone had a great time. The house was wonderful - a great kitchen with newer appliances, comfortable beds, quiet spaces and game spaces, huge deck with a view to die for, ample parking, easy Lake access, nice grassy area on Lake shore with freestanding fire pit (which we used for hot dogs and s'mores), beautiful sunsets, and so much more. And there are SO many things to do in the area! Some went to Sleeping Bear Dunes, some went golfing, many did wine tastings at the numerous local wineries (Aurora was our favorite), some explored Traverse City, some rented a pontoon boat on Torch Lake, some visited the charming nearby towns of Leland and Glen Arbor, some went swimming in the Lake, some played cornhole (we brought our own equipment), some even spent a day on Mackinac Island. We usually vacation in a new location each year, from mountains to beach and everything in between, for the chance to visit new places and try new things. For the first time, everyone agreed that we would love a return trip to this wonderful property in Lake Leelanau on Lake Michigan.
Response from VrboOwner on 3 July 2024
From the Owner: "It sounds like you had one amazing vacation and we are so happy we could be a part of that. This location is a special one as you can attest to. 300' of Lake Michigan on the beautiful Leelanau Peninsula with sunset views and surrounded by nature and calm. You are correct, there is so much to do in this area, and once you discover what a gem this place is you want to come back again and again. Thank you for being our guest and we hope that you do get to come back and stay at the Birdsong House."
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alan H.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

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