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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!

No Cleaning Fee / Lake Access / 2 Kayaks / 2 SUPS
Escape to our little sliver of paradise! This newly constructed 480 sf private suite is just steps away from an access to Log Lake. To help you unwind, 2 kayaks, 2 paddle boards, 2 tubes for floating, and 2 basic sets of discs for disc golf are available for guests to use. The suite is also centrally located in Northern Michigan... only 30 min - 1 hr from Traverse City, Charlevoix, Petoskey, Gaylord, Grayling and Cadillac, making it the perfect home base for day trips to area attractions!

Rustic Cabin Lakeview
Rustic cabin in view of Toad Lake for your glamping pleasure. Kitchenette, claw foot tub, queen-sized bed and double futon, movies to choose from, games and puzzles, clean outhouse. Lake fishing, canoe, kayaks. Get away from it all. Perfect centralized location, amazing stargazing and birdwatching. Easy trip to Charlevoix, Petoskey, East Jordan, Boyne City, Torch Lake, Lake Michigan. One hour to Mackinac Island Ferry. No pets. Smoking outside only. Also see The Loon at Brigadoon listing!

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 .

Luxurious Firehouse Apartment in Downtown Traverse
Step away from cookie-cutter condos and into an extraordinary living space. The Firehouse One Building was the first Fire Station in the city, constructed back in 1891 and thoughtfully renovated in 2022. With 3 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms, this is the largest of 6 beautiful vacation rentals in the building. With 12 foot tall ceilings accented with hand hammered tin and floor to ceiling brick walls throughout, this incredible loft can comfortably accommodate 8 overnight guests.

Spacious Downtown Apartment in Historic Firehouse
Stay in a piece of history in Downtown Traverse City! Firehouse One was the first Fire Station to operate in the city. This ground level flat at Firehouse One has one bedroom and one bathroom. It can accommodate up to 4 guests with free parking on-site and fiber internet. This flat at Firehouse One embraces the original architecture of the building with large windows, high ceilings, and exposed brick while introducing modern furnishings and finishes for a great atmosphere.

The Round Haven with Big Glen Lake Access
Experience living in the round. This recently renovated home is a super energy efficient 30 ft diameter circle. We are situated in the heart of Sleeping Bear National Lakeshore and a 300 ft walk to a secluded public access on Big Glen Lake. A place to adventure, relax and restore: this home is designed for sustainability and comfort. The perfect home base to explore the wonder of Sleeping Bear and surrounding quaint towns. We hope you find inspiration and rejuvenation.

The Granary Northport . Rustic Modern Seclusion
Voted one of the top 85 Airbnbs by Conde Nast Traveler. The Granary is a lovingly restored two bed + one bath cabin located on 12 wooded acres with a secluded Lake Michigan beach nearby. A short drive to town will give you access to restaurants, groceries, breweries and wineries. Dogs are welcome! Please message us to discuss bringing more than 1. Absolutely no cats or other pets are allowed. We do not have a TV, but we do have fiber optic high speed internet.

Modern West Bay Cabin
Newly built modern inspired cabin situated along M22 between Traverse City and Suttons Bay. This custom-built home offers sunrise views over West Harbor Bay and private beach access across the street. Minutes from the best wineries and restaurants the north has to offer. The bright interior and vaulted ceilings create a warm space to gather. The cabin sleeps 6-8 and offers unique built in beds and outdoor shower for a rinse after a long day at the beach.

Beachfront Oasis | Pool+Hot Tub
Escape to paradise in our luxurious beachfront condo, where the sugary sand and lake are just steps away from your door. Perfect for couples and families, this condo promises a memorable and comfortable vacation. Wake up to the sound of waves, breathe in fresh air from your private balcony, take a dip in the pool and relax in the hot tub. Pamper yourself with a soak in the soaker bathroom tub. Come create unforgettable memories at your beachfront oasis!

Lakefront Lodging - A Nature Lover's Delight!
The 'Classic King' at Sunrise Landing has a king bed in a simple, yet cozy studio space. Featuring vintage tongue and groove cedar walls, a sitting area, microwave, fridge, flat screen TV, and, of course, sits just a step away from a great view of the sun rising over our private beach on lake Michigan. (Please note: This is not a full kitchenette, just a mini fridge and microwave in the studio unit).

Beachfront Condo Near Downtown & 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. 🛋️ 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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Lake access house rentals

Cedar Lake Lodge 2

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East Bay Paradise- 10/28 -11/4 open Dogs welcome

Northport's gorgeous waterfront home-sunset views!

Beautiful Traverse City Lakehouse - pets allowed

Urban Gem: Mins to Beach & Downtown W/Hot tub!

Woodland Trail House

TC Lake House | Hot Tub | Fall Colors | Sunsets
Lake access apartment rentals

Lake City Landings Unit 1

Downtown Boyne City upper level 10 min to Boyne Mt

Relax On Beautiful Silver Lake Near Traverse City.

Jane & Zach's Guest Suite

West End Apartment

cozy wood-paneled apartment

The Penthouse Suite

Couples Carriage House Studio, 1 block to Beach
Lake access cottage rentals

Cedar Creek Cottage lakefront near Boyne City

A-Frame | Lakes, Trails & Sleeping Bear Dunes

Island View Cottages - Cottage 2-Walk to downtown

Cozy Cottage on the Lake.

Cozy Lake House

*HighlyRated* WalkToLake *OutdoorShower* ManCave

THE LOOKOUT on Houghton Lake

Peak Oct. Fall Color dates open@Private Lake Home!
When is the best time to visit Traverse City?
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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| Avg. price | ﺩ.ﺇ455 | ﺩ.ﺇ444 | ﺩ.ﺇ485 | ﺩ.ﺇ470 | ﺩ.ﺇ687 | ﺩ.ﺇ944 | ﺩ.ﺇ1,300 | ﺩ.ﺇ1,135 | ﺩ.ﺇ760 | ﺩ.ﺇ679 | ﺩ.ﺇ507 | ﺩ.ﺇ466 |
| Avg. temp | -8°C | -7°C | -2°C | 5°C | 12°C | 17°C | 19°C | 18°C | 15°C | 8°C | 1°C | -4°C |
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Traverse City stays are highly rated by guests—averaging 4.9 out of 5!
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