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Charming Waterfront Cottage in Elk Rapids, MI
Welcome to our cottage on the lake! We renovated this home through the spring of '18 and are so thrilled to have it ready for you! Sitting less than 30-feet from the sandy bottom of Bass Lake, this house is a charmer in all seasons. In the winter months, enjoy snowshoeing across the lake and come home to a cozy fire. In the warmer months, this all-sports lake is ready for swimming, fishing, and all things fresh-water. We hope you feel welcomed and relaxed at Little Elk Cottage! @littleelkcottage

StepsToBeach HotTub Fireplace North Coast 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.

Central Between Traverse City & Crystal Mountain
Sleeps 4 This place has a cool unique vibe, a private outside deck area with amazing views. Close to all Northern Michigan has to offer *Great Restaurants Nearby *Private outside entrance *Self check in KeyPad *Fully Stocked Kitchen *Private laundry *55 inch Smart TV/With Netflix *Fiber Optic WI-FI included *Coffee, creamer, sugar included *Linens provided *14 miles to TRAVERSE CITY *29 miles to Sleeping Bear Dunes *3 miles to Blue Bridge Event *5 minutes to the Interlochen Art's Academy

Full Week 8/9 4 Night 5/31, 6/21 Memorial Day Open
Introducing 'Memory Maker' on beautiful Elk Lake 3 bed, 2 bath cottage, 1680 sqft King size in loft bedroom Queen bed main floor bedroom 2 bunk beds, sofa sleeper in finished basement Sleeps 10 Hard sandy 40ft of shallow crystal clear Elk Lake frontage Central air Washer/Dryer Wifi/Cable/3 TV Mooring for boats Huge deck, grill, patio, fire pit Kitchen, dining for 6 and 3 bar stools Keurig Coffee Maker Stocked Pantry 2 Paddle boards/Kayaks Great fishing Pickleball Close to Golf/Ski/Wineries

Riverside Retreat—Kayaks included!
Lovely peaceful retreat on Intermediate River. Steps to downtown Bellaire: Short’s beer, unique stores, restaurants and movie theatre. This tranquil space is the perfect romantic getaway for 2 In the heart of Michigan’s prime recreation area, minutes away from championship golf courses, ski runs, hiking, biking trails and beautiful Torch Lake. Enjoy wine tasting, craft beer, Mammoth Craft Distillery and Bee Well Cider and Meadery, or just select a book from our library and relax on the dock!

Island View Cottages - Cottage 8-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.

Boardman Bungalow hot tub, kayaking, fishing
This lovely Bungalow on 5 acres is nestled along 1000ft of the Boardman River. We have kayaks, hammock, outside dining/living area with fireplace, and hot tub. The property is surrounded by state land and trails, perfect for hiking, kayaking, side by sides, and snowmobiling. The kitchen is fully stocked with basic condiments. The bathroom has towels, a hair dryer, small toiletries and soaps. WiFi will help you stay connected. Perfect for a honeymoon stay or couples getaway! 25 minutes to TC.

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

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.

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 .

Dream Vacay: Clam Lake Cottage w Torch Lake Access
Fall/Winter Season Special: 3rd Night Free! We are currently offering one free night during your next booking of 2 nights or more from Oct 31st 2025 until March 31st 2026, and again from Nov 1st 2026 until Apr 1st, 2027, excluding dates that include federal holidays. Book any two nights within these date ranges, excluding holidays, and you can stay a third night for free! Send us your booking request and we will adjust the rate to reflect the 3rd free night.

Penthouse Studio on Grand Traverse East Bay
7 minutes to Equestrian Festival! Located on Traverse City's beautiful East Bay this has just been completely remodeled. Condo is right on the water! Minutes from downtown Traverse City, wineries, and so much more. Enjoy relaxing in the sun on 600ft of private sandy beach frontage or rent a kayak, jet skis, or paddle board. This studio style condo is an end unit with gorgeous views of the bay. This condo has an amazing shower with rain head and 3 body sprays!
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Sauna Beach Haven 106: Beach Access|Tart Trail.

Downtown w/Hot tub, on Front St w/ Bay view! 3

Ski Boyne Mtn Resort | Dog Friendly | Lake Views

Centrally Located Lakefront Condo-Beach & Fishing

Stunning Waterfront, Updated TC Condo with Pool!

East Bay Waterfront Studio
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Elk Rapids vacation rentals start at G$37,644 GYD per night before taxes and fees

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4.8 Average rating
Elk Rapids stays are highly rated by guests—averaging 4.8 out of 5!
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