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Silver Lake Cottage
Silver Lake Cottage is newly renovated & remodeled. It is fresh, clean & the perfect up north retreat! Enjoy time by the lake with 60 feet of private frontage on 600 acre all-sports Silver Lake, private dock with great swimming & sandy bottom, & bonfire pit by the lakeside patio. 2 kayaks are available for you to enjoy in summer months. A quick 10 minute drive to downtown Traverse City for recreation, restaurants & entertainment! *Dock & kayaks guaranteed available Memorial Day - Labor Day.

LaborDayWeekend, LakeFront Kayaks FirePit EVCharge
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!

Private BeachM22! Close to wineries, Sand Dunes
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

Cheerful & Cozy Empire Cottage-walk to the beach!
Relax with the whole family at this peaceful cottage in the heart of Empire Village. Take a short walk to the beautiful Empire public beach. Enjoy the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, Lake Michigan beaches, and Glen Arbor all within minutes! The greater Traverse City area is just 30 minutes away! Empire village has plenty of character but fewer crowds. This home is a clean, comfortable, and conveniently located getaway for all that Leelanau Peninsula has to offer.

Sleeping Bear Stunner - private, gorgeous views
Welcome to Blue Kettle Cottage. Updated home on 4 acres of private land adjacent to 480 acres of Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore land. Close to Glen Arbor and Empire. Two generous bedrooms, one bathroom, outdoor shower, beautiful patio with couch and table and fire pit area. The Kettles Trail is your backyard and accessible all year long for hiking, snowshoeing and cross-country skiing. If you are bringing a dog, please read the pet rules and rates before booking.

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.

Nature Escape w/ Hot Tub Spacious TC Cottage
STR006894 Welcome to Cedar Lodge! Spacious and private cottage (2600 square feet) with Hot Tub, minutes from downtown Traverse City, Sleeping bear Dunns and Lake Michigan. Bring the whole family and friends to this beautiful and cozy cottage and enjoy all of Northern Michigan attractions. This cottage is a 5 minute drive to Long Lake beach, 15 minutes drive to Downtown Traverse City and a 20 minute drive to Empire beach on Lake Michigan.

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.

Spider Lake Cottage - the perfect secluded getaway
Beautiful "up-north" lakefront cottage steps from the lake and surrounded by pine trees. Amazing views! Nicely furnished and decorated. Open floor plan with nice kitchen, living room and dining area plus all-season porch with gorgeous lake views. 3 bedrooms & 1.5 baths. Washer/Dryer included. Week-long (Sun - Sun) rentals required mid-June to Labor Day. Minimum two day rentals required rest of year.

Cozy Good Harbor Cottage with hot tub & fireplace
Welcome to our thoughtfully designed 1940's cottage in the woods just minutes from Good Harbor Beach. This quiet retreat gives you access to the wine, food, and nature the Leelanau Peninsula is known for. Enjoy the outdoor fire pit, charcoal grill, fast wifi, Smart TV, and well-appointed kitchen. Sound travels so please be respectful of our neighbors. Sorry, no parties or events. All are welcome.
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