
Holiday rentals with lake access in Traverse City
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4th Overlook *Private Hot Tub! Awsome views!
Sleeps 4 Review "This is my new favorite spot when I come to town. A beautiful view of the lake and very clean & qiet I can’t wait to come back" The 4th Overlook is modern with a private outside deck area with Private Hot Tub, amazing views of a private lake. Close to numerous activities and great restaurants. * Hot Tub *Full kitchen *Private laundry *Smart TV/With Netflix *80+ Mbps Fiber Optic WI-FI . *Coffee, creamer, sugar included *Outside Traverse City. *34 miles to Sleeping Bear Dunes

Steps to Beach|Hot Tub|Fireplace|A NorthCoast Gem
Feel the allure of this elegant 1940s North Coast Log Chalet. This fully remodeled chalet seamlessly blends vintage charm with modern amenities & trendy design. Cozy up by the stunning stone fireplace, relax in the hot tub under glimmering string lights & towering pines, or gather by a creek-side fire. Nestled on the rippling flow of Mitchell Creek, steps to the beach, nature in the city locale, a timeless log cabin aura. For those seeking an enchanting Northern escapade in the heart of it all.

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!

Lime Lake Therapy-HotTub/PingPong/Private Dock/Ski
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.!

Includes Weekly Cleanings for Longer Stays
Escape to our little sliver of paradise! This newly constructed 480 sf private suite is perfect for anyone traveling for work, leisure, or just to get away. During the winter months we offer length of stay discounts up to 55% off which includes weekly cleanings for longer stays. The suite is 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!

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.

New Firehouse APT In DowntownTC
Firehouse One was the first Fire Station to operate in the city way back in 1891. This cozy ground level flat at Firehouse One was built in 2022. It has one bedroom and one bathroom. It can accommodate up to 4 guests with 1 free parking spot and fiber internet. This new flat in Firehouse One embraces the history and architecture of the building with its large windows, 10’ ceilings and exposed brick while introducing clean and modern furnishings and finishes for a comfortable atmosphere.

Moondance Shores
Stunning modern home with 150 feet of pristine private beach at the edge of Lake Michigan's Grand Traverse Bay. Come restore your body and spirit at our new house nestled on 2 acres of sandy woodland with access to great cycling and hiking trails. With toasty radiant floor heating and high speed wifi, this home can be your sanctuary for work or creative reflection. Enjoy the modern wood-burning fireplace and outdoor sauna, Peloton bike, yoga supplies and extraordinary lake views.

Pet Friendly Spider Lake Retreat with Fireplace an
❄️ Spider Lake Pine Cottage – Cozy Winter Retreat near Traverse City Wake to the quiet of winter mornings on Spider Lake—the stillness of snow, the call of loons, and coffee by the wood-burning fireplace. This peaceful lakefront home sleeps 10 and offers 130 feet of shoreline, a private dock, kayaks, stand-up paddleboards, and a spacious deck surrounded by towering pines—just 22 minutes from downtown Traverse City and under an hour to Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore.

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.

Little Platte Lake Cabin Near Sleeping Bear Dunes
Our two bedroom lakeside cottage is located in a quiet neighborhood, just on the edge of Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. Explore one of the nearby Lake Michigan beaches or trails, or enjoy our lakeside cabin in the evenings. Feeling social? Beulah and Empire are 15 minutes from the cottage, while Frankfort and Glen Arbor are about 20 minutes away. There are several great restaurants, and breweries nearby.
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Lake access house rentals

Lavish Lakehouse|Steps to Water|BBQ, Kayaks, Dock

Cedar Lake Lodge 2

Hygge Sunrise Lane

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

Cozy Lil Red Cabin; Water Frontage, Dog Friendly!
Lake access apartment rentals

Downtown Boyne City upper level 10 min to Boyne Mt

Private sandy beachfront on the West Bay in TC

Relax On Beautiful Silver Lake Near Traverse City.

Up North Frankfort retreat with lake access

West End Apartment

cozy wood-paneled apartment

Couples Carriage House Studio, 1 block to Beach

TC Rock Shop with Bay Views
Lake access cottage rentals

Waterfront Cottage in Elk Rapids, Michigan

Cozy Cottage on the Lake.

Island View Cottages - Cottage 5-Walk to downtown

THE LOOKOUT on Houghton Lake

Breezy Nook

Luxury Mushroom House- Earl Young’s Personal home!

Price drop! Holiday decor & wine@Toasty Lake Home!

Nov & Dec Dates Open $199 & Under Per Night!
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| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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| Avg. price | $186 AUD | $182 AUD | $198 AUD | $192 AUD | $281 AUD | $386 AUD | $553 AUD | $454 AUD | $303 AUD | $276 AUD | $207 AUD | $191 AUD |
| 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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80 properties offer extra space and kid-friendly amenities

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70 properties have a dedicated workspace

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120 of Traverse City holiday rentals include Wi-Fi access

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4.9 Average rating
Traverse City stays are highly rated by guests—averaging 4.9 out of 5!
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