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Waterfront Cottage in Elk Rapids, Michigan
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

The Pennington *HotTub *King Bed *Traverse City
Private Hot Tub! Overlooking our Private Lake with amazing view. Review's *This place is INCREDIBLE! *Amazing start to our honeymoon *Thank you for the beautiful stay *It is truly the best place to call home in the area *Private outside entrance *Self check in *Fully Stocked kitchen *Private laundry *55 inch tv with Netflix *100+ Mbps Fiber Optic WIFI *A/C *17 miles to Crystal Mountain *Traverse City 14 miles *Sleeping Bear Dunes Great restaurants close by Centrally located Fiber Optic Wi-FI

Cozy Lil Red Cabin; Water Frontage, Dog Friendly!
This cozy cabin, is tucked away on the lake in a small town of Ellsworth. Private single story cabin nestled into the woods with a beautiful hiking trail that leads you to the personal lake front, for swimming, kayaking and even ice fishing. Perfect cabin for a getaway or stay with your family. Incredible views of six mile lake, and just a small drive into town for activities to do like beach access cozy home town restaurants and fun for families. Nearby snowmobile trails, so bring your sled! S

Studio on the Cedar River ~ A Bibliophiles Dream
A cozy little getaway for the adventurous individual or couple at a location that is beautiful year round. The property is surrounded by 365 acres of state and MNA sanctuary lands with 700 feet of private frontage. Excellent trout fishing, kayaking, tubing, biking, XC skiing, snow shoeing and hiking right out the back door. If you want to truly get away from the pink skies and road noise and want the "up north" experience but not stay at a crummy resort or noisy lake, this is the place for you.

East Bay Paradise- 10/28 -11/4 open Dogs welcome
Come enjoy our beautiful, architecturally designed home on 200' of private, freshwater shoreline located on East Grand Traverse Bay. It is located 15 min from Flintfields horse park, 20 min north of Traverse City & TVC airport and just minutes from the charming, lakeside village of Elk Rapids. The spacious and wide open floor plan is perfect for families & friends to gather, get away & enjoy all that northern Michigan has to offer. No matter what the season, you will find truly amazing beauty!

LakeFront, Sep 20-23, Sep 29-Oct 5, Oct 18-31 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

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!

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.

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.

WalkToBeach|HotTub|Fireplace|AuthenticallyNorthern
Discover idyllic charm meeting modern luxury at Oneida's Chalet, a 1940s artisan's workshop turned fully remodeled North Coast Cottage. Vaulted ceilings, log timber beams, & light dancing through the stained-glass window set the scene. Cozy up by the fireplace, unwind in the hot tub, cook like a chef, all steps from the beach. Nestled on Mitchell Creek, this central nature sanctuary offers a unique Northern experience right in the city, for those seeking authenticity in the heart of it all.

Northern MI Escapes: House with Private Beach
Spacious and cozy home to vacation with your family or friends that is out of the hustle and bustle of town but close to it all! A 12 minute drive to downtown Traverse City and 9 minute drive to Suttons Bay. With ample space you can enjoy the breath taking views of Lake Michigan in Grand Traverse West Bay. Includes: fully stocked gourmet kitchen, pool table, private beach located directly across the road, beach chairs, towels, umbrella, cooler, and paddleboard. License #2025-63.

Private BeachM22! wine country Amazing Fall Colors
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
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Stay on Main, lovely 1 bedroom renovated unit

Private sandy beachfront on the West Bay in TC

Relax On Beautiful Silver Lake Near Traverse City.

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North Blue Lake Escape - A Waterfront Oasis

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New, Downtown Condo with Patio (Best Location)!

Cozy Lake Front Condo - 2 Kayaks + Boat Slip

Beautiful Beachfront Condo: Hemingway East 216

Beach Bliss211: Balcony/Water View/Beach/Downtown.

Beachside 213 Luxury Condo on the Beach

Boyne Mountain Resort | Dog Friendly | Lake Front

Hot Tub | Beach | Spider Lake | Fall Colors!

"A Room with a View",EastBay Waterfront with Pool
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Elk Rapids vacation rentals start at G$33,450 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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