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Private sandy beachfront on the West Bay in TC
Beachfront vacationing with your own private apartment on the West Bay facing Power Island. Just steps away from putting your feet in the sand and crystal clear water! Your own private deck with comfortable lounge chairs, eating table and chairs right next to a beautiful garden and potted flowers (seasonal). 2 Kayaks, 3 paddle-boards, bonfire (w/chairs, wood, lighter and lighter fluid provided for you; Smore's ingredients w/request). Lounge chairs on the beach, cornhole, BBQ Grill & much more...

Kaiser House *3 minutes to Down Town TC *Sleeps 8
Downtown only 2 miles away! Sleeps 8. Stone Gas Fireplace! Pet Friendly 140 feet of Bay frontage across the road 3 miles from The Commons 25 Miles to the Sleeping Bear Dunes 14 miles to Sutton's Bay Outside Patio/Gazebo 300 feet from the TART bike trail 2 bathrooms Fast WI-FI Our place is close to the City Center and public transport. You’ll love this place because of Location & our views of West Grand Traverse Bay are Amazing! A public beach 200 yards away 3 Awsome Restaurants half mile away!

Private Frontage Silver Lake Cottage w/boat rental
REMODELED cottage in an excellent location on Silver Lake, Traverse City w/108 ft direct frontage. 10 minutes to downtown TC. It is one of the nicest inland lakes in TC. Paddleboat, canoe, & stand up paddleboard included. 1 queen bed on main floor and 2 fulls in the loft. Laundry, wi-fi, and Hulu live streaming . We also have two pontoon boats you can rent (cheaper than most all local companies). Please inquire about pontoon availability before booking. Brand new bathroom, kitchen and flooring!

Quiet freshly renovated two bedroom lake house
Peaceful pet friendly 2 Bed/2 Bath house off a private drive on Spider lake with 100' frontage. House interior has been renovated kitchen, baths, hardwood floors, leather furniture, 60" 4K Smart TV with HD cable and high-speed internet. Includes complimentary(2) kayaks, a paddle board, mountainbikes and firewood. 16ft Pontoon boat available for rent. Whether your in Traverse for summer adventure, fine dining, wine tasting business or visting friends and family this is a great place to relax.

The Hobbit House on Spider Lake
Welcome to our Hobbit House on the lake in Northern Michigan! This private cottage is nestled within a quiet cove of scenic Spider Lake, just east of Traverse City. With two bedrooms and an open-concept kitchen and living room, the Hobbit House can sleep six people — perfect for a group getaway. The outdoor accommodations are endless with a front porch, beach patio, and dock to relax on the water. Guests have plenty of space to soak up the summer sun. Book your stay at the Hobbit House today!

Island View Cottages - Cottage 7-Walk to downtown
Want to enjoy everything beautiful Traverse City has to offer while still experiencing the small-town quaintness this town is known for? Look no further thab Island View Cottages! Conveniently located a short 6-8 minute scenic walk along the water, our cottages offer a secluded retreat tucked among the trees less than .5 miles from downtown & on the base of the coveted Old Mission Peninsula (wineries) . One of the few Resort/hotels on West Grand Traverse Bay! 132 ft of sandy private beach.

Lime Lake Therapy-HotTub/PingPong/Private Dock/AC
Quintessential up north cabin beautifully situated on a private hilltop setting with stunning lake views. Immaculate with soaring ceilings, open floor plan, & solid surface counters. Main floor master bedroom suite overlooking the sparkling blue waters of Lime Lake. Front porch and covered lakeside deck for enjoying nature and gorgeous water views. Private frontage across the street with a NEW dock, fire pit and picnic area. Pure, beautiful Leelanau at its best! 39 min. to ski Crystal Mt.!

Stunning Waterfront, Updated TC Condo with Pool!
Have this updated, waterfront condo be your home away from home while visiting the Traverse City area! This condo sits on East Bay with unobstructed views of the water. In the summer, hang poolside between exploring Traverse City hot spots. This condo offers one bedroom with a King bed with an additional queen sleeper sofa in the living room. Full kitchen is perfect for making up any meal and enjoying it on the balcony overlooking the water. Long day of hiking? Soak in the complex hot tub.

Private BeachM22! Close to wineries, Sand Dunes
Your family will love to relax here! Best beach in the area, great for small swimmers and big swimmers alike. Warm and shallow, and the cottage is recently updated with all the comforts of home. Close to some of the world best wineries, skiing and ice fishing. Spend days kayaking with provided kayaks. New beds, organic bamboo bedding, fully stocked kitchen, and a beach side fire pit will help you create lasting memories for years to come. Pets allowed with pet fee, please read rules

Cheerful Six Mile Lake Log Cabin.
Enjoy the coziness of a bygone era while staying in this 1940s quaint, storybook log cabin. The Hawks Nest has been lovingly restored to its original glory while having all the modern-day amenities woven through its clean 380 sq. ft. space. Retreat to the spacious covered porch to relax and view the acre-and-half property leading down to 100ft of 6Mile Lake frontage. Star gaze while relaxing in the comfortable, Amish-built gilding chairs around the spacious, paver fire pit area .

The Triple L (The Long Lake Life)
The Triple L (The Long Lake Life) is located on beautiful Long Lake only 15 minutes from Traverse City and 4 minutes from Moomer’s Homemade Ice cream, voted America’s best ice cream parlor by Good Morning America. The Triple L’s lakefront has a large shallow area safe for fun water activities and an expansive dock for your boat. Long Lake, the Traverse area’s cleanest and warmest lake has five islands to explore. A day spent on this gorgeous lake is priceless.

Sauna Beach Haven 106: Beach Access|Tart Trail.
🌊 Beachfront Bliss – Step right onto the sand from your living room! 🚶♀️ Just a 2-minute walk to the scenic TART Trail for biking and strolling. 🚗 Only a 9-minute drive to downtown Traverse City’s wineries, breweries, and restaurants. 🔥 Private Indoor Sauna – Unwind in our in-unit sauna after a day of exploring! 🛋️ Cozy & Stylish – Relax on updated furniture while soaking in the bay views. 📶 Stay Connected – Free Wi-Fi with stunning waterfront scenery.
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Relax On Beautiful Silver Lake Near Traverse City.

Penthouse Studio on Grand Traverse East Bay

Lakefront Lodging - A Nature Lover's Delight!

Charming Waterfront Haven on West Bay

Harmony House, Interlochen, Lakefront retreat

Moondance Shores

Sweetheart Beach Cottage
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Traverse City vacation rentals start at ﺩ.ﺇ 367 per night before taxes and fees

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Family-friendly vacation rentals
20 properties offer extra space & kid-friendly amenities

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Rentals with dedicated workspaces
20 properties have a dedicated workspace

Wi-Fi availability
30 of Traverse City vacation rentals include wi-fi access

Popular amenities for guests
Guests love Kitchen, Wifi, and Pool across Traverse City rentals

4.8 Average rating
Traverse City stays are highly rated by guests—averaging 4.8 out of 5!
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