Family-friendly vacation rentals in Elk Rapids

East Bay Paradise 9/23-9/30 open for peak colors!

Come enjoy our beautiful, architecturally designed home on 200' of private, freshwater shoreline located on East Grand Traverse Bay. It is located 15 min from Flintfields horse park, 20 min north of Traverse City & TVC airport and just minutes from the charming, lakeside village of Elk Rapids. The spacious and wide open floor plan is perfect for families & friends to gather, get away & enjoy all that northern Michigan has to offer. No matter what the season, you will find truly amazing beauty!

"Paradise Nook" - Torch Lake/Eastport/Central Lake

Editorially Reviewed as "One of the Most Unique Homes in Northern Michigan". Beautifully Decorated Guest House is part of This Countryside Estate. Walk amongst Nature, Play Horseshoes, Bike; Relax, Read, Meditate! Sit by the Firepit - Roast Marshmallows; Star Gaze. The Serenity of Paradise Nook will Melt your Cares Away. Rolling Hills, Orchards, Vineyards, Breweries, Distilleries, Eateries; Farmer's Markets; Art Galleries, Antiques, Ski Resorts; etc, etc, & of course-Water, Water, Water!

LakeFront, FirePit, Fall Colors, Sep 20-25 Avail

Introducing 'Memory Maker' on beautiful Elk Lake 3 bed, 2 bath cottage, 1680 sqft King size in loft bedroom Queen bed main floor bedroom 2 bunk beds, sofa sleeper in finished basement Sleeps 10 Hard sandy 40ft of shallow crystal clear Elk Lake frontage Central air Washer/Dryer Wifi/Cable/3 TV Mooring for boats Huge deck, grill, patio, fire pit Kitchen, dining for 6 and 3 bar stools Keurig Coffee Maker Stocked Pantry 2 Paddle boards/Kayaks Great fishing Pickleball Close to Golf/Ski/Wineries

The Twig, near Lake Bellaire

This cottage is unsuitable for anyone with mobility issues. The Twig is a tiny, comfortable 480-square foot cottage on an artist's property on Lake Bellaire. Living room/kitchen down, bedroom/bath up. Sofa bed in living room. Very private and an easy 5-minute walk to the lake. The cottage, again, is tiny, and best suited for a single person, a couple, or a couple with children. Two couples might find it awkward. Well-behaved dogs are welcome for $15. There is a two-night minimum stay.

Hygge Up North Bungalow

Cozy 2-bedroom, 1-bath bungalow w/loft near Schuss Mountain, Torch Lake & and Bellaire, MI. We are a short walk to the Cedar River. It's inspired by Scandinavia and the Danish concept of Hygge (roughly translates to Cozy) and sits on a private wooded lot. This is a place to cook, grill, relax, be cozy, explore, play games, read, take day trips, make memories and be inspired by all Northern Michigan has to offer. Hygge is about living in the moment and enjoying life's simple pleasures.

Old Mission Tiny House -Traverse City

Positioned on M-37 Pure Michigan Byway a direct route to the Old Mission Lighthouse State Park which attracts many visitors daily. The daytime hustle and bustle of traffic gives way to the dark night sky and the meditative beauty of northern Michigan. Bring your hiking shoes and enjoy the myriad of foot trails . Minutes from restaurants, wineries and beaches. 15 minutes to downtown Traverse City. Fenced enclosure for your well trained dogs( 2 max , please). No puppies.

Little Chick Farm’s Airstream Dream

Little Chick Farm’s Airstream Dream is a 1969, nearly all original, silver beauty. The Dream overlooks Little Chick’s field of black raspberries and asparagus. Big windows bring in a nice breeze, the scent of flowering trees in the spring, and lots of natural sunlight. With a great covered deck and a fire pit out back, there’s plenty of opportunity for relaxation. Bring your marshmallows and a stack of books. 📚

Orchard Side Hideaway

Now is the time to book your Spring fishing trip, visit for the TC Horse show or Summer vacation. Our spacious lower level is in an ideal location. Located 4-1/2 miles south of Elk Rapids, less than 10 minutes from Flint Fields, Traverse City Horse Shows and convenient to Traverse City, Kalkaska or just a nice drive to Charlevoix or Sleeping Bear Sand Dunes. Please consider a stay with us.

Birch Le Collaboration House

Birch Le Collaboration House was designed as the ultimate Hygge Supply Home. Established to showcase our sustainable partners and modern design, the home offers a unique experience integrating architecture and nature. Centrally located near quaint towns, beaches, wineries and hiking, the home is a great gathering spot in any season to entertain family and friends.