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Cozy Cottage in Leelanau County
Beautiful farm setting nestled in the heart of Leelanau County. Completely renovated in 2018, the cottage sits just beyond the owners home. Enjoy a quiet getaway or fun filled days taking in all the area has to offer. Located between Traverse City & Suttons Bay, minutes from Lake Michigan, Lake Leelanau, TART (bike)Trail, Sleeping Bear Dunes, public beaches, parks, & Michigan’s wine country. Award winning wineries& breweries close, as well as a wide range of restaurants, retail & galleries.

Teacup Inn TC! Budget and Dog friendly, Kayaks inc
The TeaCup Inn Traverse City is a quaint (500 sqft) completely remodeled cottage, 500 ft from Arbutus Lake. Surrounded by summer cottage lake resorts, this cozy cottage includes two adult kayaks for your enjoyment that can be launched at any of the nearby public launches on Arbutus Lake or any of the many beautiful surrounding lakes! Come home and grill dinner on the porch and s'mores by the bonfire! The Teacup is a quick 15 minute drive to downtown TC and the Traverse Bays, 20 minutes to GLEF.

Island View Cottages - Cottage 4 -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 and stay with us as the Island View Cottages! Conveniently located a short 6-8 minute scenic walk along the water, our cottages offer a secluded retreat less than .5 mile from downtown Traverse City as well as the coveted Old Mission Peninsula (wineries) . One of the few Resort/hotels on West Grand Traverse Bay! 132 ft of sandy private beach

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!

Cozy Private Lakefront Cottage with Private Dock
Escape to our newly renovated cottage on Crawford Lake! This peaceful getaway is perfect for families, offering modern comforts like central AC, WiFi, and a screened-in porch with stunning sunset views over the lake. Enjoy private lake access with a dock, sandy-bottom swimming area, kayaks, and bikes. Located moments from ORV/snowmobile trails, just down the road from floating adventures on the Manistee River, and a short drive to Traverse City. Your serene Northern Michigan getaway awaits!

Private BeachM22! Close to wineries and skiing!
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

Lemon Drop Cottage
This place is a winter and summer wonderland. Our cottage is a small 50's style with much character tucked away in the woods. We’re surrounded by the 70,000 acre Sleeping Bear Dunes. There’s plenty of skiing, canoeing, hiking and fishing, peace and quiet. We're on the boarder of Benzie and Leelanau Counties, the best of wine regions this side of the Mississippi and a true artisanal food destination It's a short drive to Honor, Empire or Glen Arbor. Traverse City is 25 miles east.

Provemont Cottage | Downtown Lake Leelanau
The Provemont Cottage is a charming 3-bedroom home in the beautiful village of Lake Leelanau. This property is perfect for a getaway in the heart of Leelanau County, with prime access to area attractions like wineries, beaches, Fishtown, and the Sleeping Bear Dunes. Local amenities such as restaurants, a cafe, wineries, and distillery are within walking distance. Located near Lake Leelanau, boaters will appreciate ample parking and the close proximity to two boat launches.

Applewood Cottage
Applewood Cottage is a true "Up North" retreat within walking distance to the Village of Northport. 2 bedrooms (queen in each) and sleeper sofa in living room. Inside beautiful knotty pine walls and ceilings; gas fireplace, full kitchen. Outside a large patio overlooking the woods with gas grille. Barrier free. Applewood and its sister cabin, the Cherrywood, are attached properties. Rent both for a larger event! They are part of the Homewood Cottage Association.

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.

West Harbor Hideaway
This cozy, one bedroom cottage with modern farmhouse design sits on a nicely wooded and private lot just 1/4 mile west of Glen Arbor. Convenient walking or biking access to all of town's shops and restaurants as well as the beach and Heritage Bike Trail. In the heart of the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, this is the perfect starting off spot for you to enjoy all the beauty Leelanau County has to offer.
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Traverse City holiday rentals start at £74 per night before taxes and fees

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Traverse City stays are highly rated by guests – averaging 4.8 out of 5!
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