13 Mi to Downtown: Quiet Lakefront Cottage

See all properties

Entire cabin

Choose dates to view prices

Dates

December 2024

January 2025

TV, fireplace, DVD player, table football

Overview
Amenities
Policies
Location
Host

Exceptional

Entire cabin

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 11187 sq m

Popular amenities

Parking available

Beach view

Washer

Barbecue grill

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Explore the area

Traverse City, MI

Twin Lake
6 min drive
Spider Lake
11 min drive
Mt. Holiday Ski Area
19 min drive
Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
20 min drive

Room options

Similar properties

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

for 1 night

includes taxes & fees

10 Dec - 11 Dec

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Close to Hiking Trails | Foosball Table | 5 Kayaks Provided

Discover a secluded lakeside paradise at this 4-bed, 2-bath vacation rental. This Traverse City cottage is the perfect place to unwind in nature while still having easy access to the area's top attractions. Take the provided kayaks out for a peaceful paddle along the calm waters of Island Lake, or embark on a scenic hike. At day's end, roast marshmallows over the waterfront fire pit as you plan tomorrow's adventure!

-- THE PROPERTY --

SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS
- Bedroom 1: 1 king bed
- Bedroom 2: 1 king bed
- Bedroom 3: 1 twin bunk bed
- Bedroom 4: 1 bunk bed (twin/queen)
- Living Room: 1 full sleeper sofa

OUTDOOR LIVING
- Back patio w/ picnic table
- Lawn chairs, gas grill
- Private dock, life jackets provided
- 5 kayaks provided
- On-site lake access

KITCHEN
- Refrigerator, stove/oven, dishwasher, microwave
- Drip coffee maker, water filter, kettle, toaster, ice maker
- Cooking basics, dishware/flatware, paper towels/trash bags

INDOOR LIVING
- 2 Smart TVs, DVD player
- Gas-burning stove, dining table, breakfast bar
- Game room w/ foosball table, books, board games
- Dedicated office space
- Mudroom, children's play area

GENERAL
- Free WiFi
- Central air conditioning & heating
- Washer & dryer, laundry detergent
- Linens & towels
- Complimentary toiletries, hair dryer, hangers
- Keyless entry

FAQ
- 2 exterior security cameras (facing out)
- Limited cell service
- Quiet hours (10:00 PM-7:00 AM)

ACCESSIBILITY
- 1 step required to access, single-story home

PARKING
- Driveway (6 vehicles)
- Garage unavailable for guest use

-- THE LOCATION --

- Serene forested location along Island Lake
- Close to wineries, breweries, & restaurants
- 8 miles to Pirate's Cove Adventure Park
- 9 miles to Grand Traverse Bay
- 13 miles to Traverse City: live entertainment, bars, shops
- 9 miles to Cherry Capital Airport

-- REST EASY WITH US --

Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you'll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we'll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we'll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.

-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- No pets allowed
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Please observe quiet hours from 10:00 PM to 7:00 AM
- Must be at least 25 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- This single-story property requires 1 exterior step to access
- The property does have cell phone service, but it may be spotty since the property is located in a rural area. Please check with your provider to confirm your service quality
- No outside boats are allowed on the lake. The only boats allowed are the provided kayaks
- No wake allowed on the lake
- Your safety matters. This property features 2 exterior security cameras. Camera 1 is located at the front of the house facing the garage and front door and camera 2 is on the back of the house facing towards the water. The cameras are outward facing and do not look into interior spaces. The cameras record video and audio when activated by motion

During your stay at this cabin, you're just a quick walk from Forest Lakes. A kitchen and a washer/dryer are available in the cabin.

Air-conditioned cabin with kitchen, washer/dryer, and 2 bathrooms
Onsite recreation includes a playground
Steps from Forest Lakes and 6 minutes by car from Twin Lake

This cabin offers its guests barbecue grills. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Traverse City cabin is smoke free.

Property manager

Evolve

Languages

English, French, German, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

Internet access

Parking and transport

On-site parking options include a garage
On-site parking

Kitchen

Fridge
Stovetop
Microwave
Dishwasher
Toaster
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Coffee/tea maker
Ice maker

Dining

Dining table

Bedrooms

4 bedrooms
Bed sheets provided
Sofa bed

Bathrooms

2 bathrooms
Free toiletries
Towels provided

Living spaces

Fireplace

Entertainment

TV
Table football
DVD player
Games
Video library
Books

Outdoor areas

Patio
Gas grills
Firepit
Dock

Laundry

Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

Air conditioning
Heating

Pets

No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

Smoke-free property

Location highlights

On the lake
On the waterfront
Near a health or beauty spa

Things to do

Water sports equipment
Boating on site
Kayaking on site
Hunting nearby
Hiking nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Power boating nearby
Kayaking nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby

Safety features

Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
Fire extinguisher
First aid kit

General

Unit size: 2008 sq ft (187 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.

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

Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property

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

This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.

Property is also known as

Beautiful Lakefront Cabin Traverse City Forest

Beautiful Lakefront Cabin Forest

Beautiful Lakefront Traverse City Forest

Beautiful Lakefront Forest

Beautiful Lakefront Cabin in Traverse City Forest!

Lovely Lakefront Cottage: 13 Mi to Traverse City! Cabin

Lovely Lakefront Cottage: 13 Mi to Traverse City! Traverse City

349822

13 Mi to Downtown: Quiet Lakefront Cottage Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

8/10 Good

Sean C.

18 Nov 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Guys Weekend

Comfortable and spacious, good ammenities with great access to hiking, biking

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sherry H.

21 Oct 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful!!

Gorgeous property and beautiful home! Plenty of space to spread out and enjoy!

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christie C.

18 Oct 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

October get away

Everything was great! Would definitely stay again

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott W.

13 Oct 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Stay!

Great stay. Highly recommend this property. Beautiful location right on the lake. Comfortable and clean house. Close to Traverse City but still in the country.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leanne T.

18 Sept 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Peaceful Retreat

Great location on private lake to enjoy downtime with friends and explore Traverse City area. Loved the amenities and the fun and rustic touches throughout. Amazing book and game library. Owner was very responsive.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter S.

29 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Getaway

Property was lovely. A great retreat in nature but still close to all of Traverse City fun and surrounding communities. Only request would be to possibly replace the mattresses in the master bedroom. It sagged.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle W.

14 Jul 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

4th of July getaway.

Very nice private lake house that was perfect for our family and our 4th of July getaway. Will definitely be back!

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cara A., Independence, Missouri

9 Jul 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Great lakefront property

We loved being able to use the kayaks, play on the beach, and sit by the fire pit. A great lakefront property for a family.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brittany B.

23 Jun 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Cousin vacation

This home was perfect for my children and my two sisters/spouses. The neighbors were kind the water/beach area was perfect for the little ones. We also meet up with family who lived only 25 mins away and got to spend the best vacation spots together! We are hoping to make this a yearly thing “cousin vacation” as my kids call it! ♥️

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Talia C.

3 Jun 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect cabin on the lake!

This was the perfect base to enjoy Traverse City - the cabin had everything we needed to relax right on the water, but also great proximity to other places to step out an adventure. Would definitely stay again!

Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeana B.

9 Sept 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely Lake

Quiet, serene, private lake with the clearest water. Located far from worries but close enough to see everything on our must-see list.

Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Yara A.

21 Aug 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Very clean and beautiful

The house was very very clean and everything was in there so we as a big family didn't need to bring Any thing other than our food

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristen M.

7 Aug 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Great lake to stay on

Loved how clean and laid back the lake was. The house was pretty clean, but a little weathered looking. Great communication with the building manager. You may want to bring extra toilet paper, as they didn't have much extra there.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barbara W., Canton

21 Jul 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely cabin with Great Lake access!

This cabin was perfect for our annual lake getaway. The lake access was perfect and the kids enjoyed fishing, swimming, and kayaking. The cabin had everything we needed. Evolve was very easy to work with and John the neighbor checked in on us and gave us lots of great information. 5 stars!

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Renee K., Michigan, United States

24 Jan 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Comfy, clean and cozy!!

This home was very clean and comfy. The kitchen was well stocked and both TVs had Roku so we were able to log in and watch TV. The beds were really comfortable. Lots of light from the windows. Comfy couches. A couple of notes that I sent to the property owner so they may be addressed - we did not find a hair dryer (a necessity for my family in Michigan winter) and there were not enough bedroom outlets. A few other things for future visitor knowledge - there are no bathroom toiletries, so bring your own bar soap, shampoo, etc. There was about 1 roll of toilet paper in each bathroom so, with 7 people, we had to go buy more toilet paper the first night. There was only one comforter and no blankets on each bed, but after some digging we did find extra blankets in one of the closets so were able to warm up all of the beds.

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kayla G.

27 Sept 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Very nice place

Very nice and just as expected! Great space and lots of room. It rained the whole time and we were stuck inside, they had games for us to keep us busy. Big kitchen, great place

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dana

Travelled with family, Travelled with group

24 May 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

This property is very comfortable and pleasant. Very clean. Love it was clean and slept like a baby. It is not a tajmahol but it is cleaner than some I have seen. Worth the money!

Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kris C., Traverse City, USA

23 Sept 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Cute place, quiet and peaceful

Everything went well. (Neighbor guy stopped in to say hi 5 min after we arrived to share his live autobiography -- it wasn't all bad, nice dude and all.... but I didn't really want to visit with a stranger for 60 minutes burning up my afternoon by the lake on day .01, but oh well I guess). Fishing was pretty good. Caught a 13" & a 14" perch, several smallies and a couple large mouth. Had a couple rainy days and when the wind blew at night, the house came alive with howling noises. Made the sleep a little rough, but it worked out. Batteries were dead in the TV remote (seems to be a thing with my VRBO stays lately, ... weird). Ü Nice old cabin though, and a "history of the lake" lecture to boot. If you get the chance to stay here... Do it.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Casey d., Fort Wayne

6 Aug 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Quite place

We rented this house for a long weekend and it was amazing! Great house, nice property! The small lake is amazing it’s a good kayak around the lake. Beautiful scenery. Would definitely go back again

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Hugo R.

31 May 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice place

Very nice

Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

4/10 Poor

Penny P., Hamilton

8 Nov 2020

Disliked: Cleanliness

Beautiful View, TERRIBLE PROPERTY

This property has many issues starting with multiple uneven floors and levels. The wood stove does not work as advertised, the hall bathroom sink and toilet are not secured in place. The slate tile build up around the tub makes it dangerous getting in/out of the tub. The master bedroom has no closet. The towels left for us were thread bear and had holes in them. The dishwasher is not secured in place and will literally fall forward when both drawers are pulled out to load dishes. There are multiple electrical issues including flickering lights and exposed wiring. We experienced a good amount of rain during our stay and noticed significant issues with the gutter drainage. We contacted the owner/guest contact by phone and email with no response throughout our stay. THIS PROPERTY IS NOT WORTH THE MONEY WE PAID AND IT IS EVIDENT THAT THE OWNER TAKES NO MEASURES TO IMPROVE THE PROPERTY OR RESPOND TO RENTERS. We have requested a refund due to false advertising and lack of response to mutiple issues.

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Shana B.

5 Sept 2020

Liked: Cleanliness

Family vacation

Very, very pleased with our stay at this Island Lake property. Just right for our pandemic family vacation. the kitchen is spacious, the grill and all appliances, including the washer and dryer, worked perfectly. The beds are comfortable, the sheets and towels were nice and clean. The lake is beautiful and we really enjoyed taking the kayaks out during the day and using the fireplace at night. Thank you for a great stay!

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Christopher C.

29 Aug 2020

Liked: Cleanliness

Great house

We loved this house. We had little kids and it could not have been better. The lake was perfect, the kids spent all day in it because it was so shallow close to the house. So quiet too. We will definitely return. Perfect getaway.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020

8/10 Good

Tami S.

11 Aug 2020

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful clear lake and nice home

We had a great time! The house is older but mostly updated. The sandy lake is the best part. We swam every day and took kayaks out on the quiet, warm lake. The kitchen is well stocked. The one shower does drain very slow but I spoke with Tom who explained it’s just sand backup from the way the house was built - it’s not a clogged drain. Bedding and towels are clean but old. No screen doors on the door wall. It was 85-90 degrees when we were there so that would have been nice to open the door wall while we were playing games at night, but for the most part, the house never really got too hot.. The Wifi was pretty slow, but who needs WiFi with this beautiful view and lake! And yes, the neighbor brought us firewood! We had a blast! Or 20 minutes to downtown TC.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020

6/10 Okay

Angela G.

25 Sept 2019

Ladies Weekend, not 100%

We arrived for girls weekend and had a great time! It took about 25 minutes to get to down town Traverse City and the cottage description was accurate. I had one question and recieved a response right away. This cottage is purely a 'rental property' it seemed. The drain in one of the showers backed up with peeling paint, there were sheets over some of the windows, some very old bunk bed mattresses, and the other shower leaked onto the floor when in use. Very large spider webs in multiple rooms of this cottage. Although the cottage was surface cleaned with clean linens and floors and counters, it was lacking in 'up-keep'. If you aren't picky and are looking for a relaxing get away this place might be for you!

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019