10/10 Excellent
Sandra K.
12 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sandra K.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Entire home
Beautiful Victorian Home Close to beaches-Close To Downtown/Shops/Restaurants
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 8120.8 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Traverse City, MI
- Munson Healthcare8 min walk
- Village at Grand Traverse Commons11 min walk
- Front Street13 min walk
- Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)10 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Main Floor Bedroom
1 Queen Bed
Upstairs Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Upstairs Bedroom 2
1 Single Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed
1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom
Main Floor Bathroom
Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only
Upstairs Bath
Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Beautiful Victorian Home Close to beaches-Close To Downtown/Shops/Restaurants
1896 Victorian home, completely remodeled for today's comfort, but the historic charm remains. For your peace of mind, we take our cleaning seriously. Nice front lawn for the kids to play or to spend relaxing evenings with a glass of wine. Central location within a few blocks walking or biking distance to West Bay beaches, Downtown Traverse City, TART Trail, the dog park, and the Historic State Hospital grounds. Conveniently located near West Side Beverage, known for their vast selection, Slab Town Burgers, and a brew pub opening across the street in the summer of 2022.
The two story house features a great kitchen, stocked with any tools you may need, including a gas grill on the deck. The three bedrooms all have wall-mounted flat screen TVs with comfortable beds (queen, queen, bunk bed with a full below, twin on top plus a pull-out twin trundle). The living room couch is a super comfy sectional. There is a beautiful full bath with a double vanity, rainfall shower, soaking tub, plus a half-bath upstairs. Other amenities include cable, WiFi, full-size washer and dryer, central air conditioning, a full-basement with a work-out area, and private parking. Great for families! Great food, great shopping, and fun entertainment. We do have a three night minimum stay, except in our high-demand month of July which requires a six night minimum stay.
We do welcome one dog with an additional fee of $25 per night. You must check the pet box when booking. We are on-sight owners and if you bring a dog without checking the box, the price doubles. We understand the desire to have all of your family members with you on vacation, but there is additional wear and tear, extra cleaning, and yard maintenance required.
Please know that we have added two additional rental properties right next door that can be found at VRBO 2204221 and 3954989. These beautiful condos are each 1300 square feet with spacious two-bedroom, two-bath open concept floor plans. They both have a large, 12'x12' covered balcony for enjoying a cocktail or two:)
The two story house features a great kitchen, stocked with any tools you may need, including a gas grill on the deck. The three bedrooms all have wall-mounted flat screen TVs with comfortable beds (queen, queen, bunk bed with a full below, twin on top plus a pull-out twin trundle). The living room couch is a super comfy sectional. There is a beautiful full bath with a double vanity, rainfall shower, soaking tub, plus a half-bath upstairs. Other amenities include cable, WiFi, full-size washer and dryer, central air conditioning, a full-basement with a work-out area, and private parking. Great for families! Great food, great shopping, and fun entertainment. We do have a three night minimum stay, except in our high-demand month of July which requires a six night minimum stay.
We do welcome one dog with an additional fee of $25 per night. You must check the pet box when booking. We are on-sight owners and if you bring a dog without checking the box, the price doubles. We understand the desire to have all of your family members with you on vacation, but there is additional wear and tear, extra cleaning, and yard maintenance required.
Please know that we have added two additional rental properties right next door that can be found at VRBO 2204221 and 3954989. These beautiful condos are each 1300 square feet with spacious two-bedroom, two-bath open concept floor plans. They both have a large, 12'x12' covered balcony for enjoying a cocktail or two:)
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
Small dogs, $25 fee per dog/per night
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
About the area
Traverse City
Located near the beach, this holiday home is in Slabtown, a neighbourhood in Traverse City. Shoppers can check out Front Street, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Lake Michigan and Traverse City Beach. Great Lakes Children's Museum and Great Wolf Lodge Water Park are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Traverse City, MI
What's nearby
- Munson Healthcare - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
- Village at Grand Traverse Commons - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
- Front Street - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
- Traverse City Visitor Center - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
- Great Wolf Lodge Water Park - 5 min drive - 4.0 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- North Peak Brewing Company - 11 min walk
- Nittolo’s Little Italy - 16 min walk
- The Tasting Room - 14 min walk
- Barrio - 14 min walk
- Folgarelli's Market & Wine Shop - 10 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
10/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Hannah J.
30 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hannah J.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Maggie D.
14 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Maggie D.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Allyson L.
4 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Allyson L.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Paulette S.
7 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Short getaway
Paulette S.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jennifer M.
26 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
TC stay
Jennifer M.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Annika B.
15 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A home away from home
Annika B.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Linda M.
25 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect for a long weekend
Linda M.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
patricia B.
28 Apr 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Traverse City Home
patricia B.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Janis B.
24 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous spot
Janis B.
Stayed 22 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Marc S.
17 Sept 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice place to stay
Marc S.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Casey H.
22 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay again!!
Casey H.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Erin S.
9 July 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and stay!
Erin S.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Anthony M.
2 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyable stay
Anthony M.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
Love K.
8 Nov 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wedding Weekend - Family Homebase
Love K.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jenna R.
15 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay, loved the location
Jenna R.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Patty M.
26 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautifully re-done old house
Patty M.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Shawn P.
16 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pleasant and well equipped
Shawn P.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Bonnie H.
20 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charming and convenient
Bonnie H.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Mike C., Germantown, TN
17 Mar 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot
Mike C.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023
10/10 Excellent
Bonnie W.
25 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful
Bonnie W.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Dexy P.
9 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house, great location!
Dexy P.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Elena D.
24 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome little spot
Elena D.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Karen M.
3 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Holiday Time
Karen M.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Brigitte S.
24 Sept 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot
Brigitte S.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
About the host
Hosted by Tom and Jennifer
Our family has thoroughly enjoyed meeting our guests and sharing stories. We love that they enjoy the area, our convenient location, and the peaceful neighborhood setting. When families are able to enjoy their vacations together and create wonderful memories, we know that we have done our job well.
Why they chose this property
This house was built in 1896. It originally faced West Front Street. However, when Oleson's grocery store wanted to expand their offerings across the street, West Side Beverage (established in 1945) was asked to vacate their building. They moved across the street where this house used to sit. A "modern" block basement was built and the cranes drew the neighborhood kids to watch as they lifted the house, spun it, and placed it in its new location. We purchased the property in 2013, took it down to its studs, lovingly stripped its original woodwork, uncovered pine and maple floors, and restored its charm. The yard was next where perennials were chosen with care and the old chimney bricks were repurposed as a patio. We love sitting outside on summer nights with the kids playing in the yard, waving at the neighbors, and talking about the favorite parts of our day. For more about the area's history, check out these links https://mynorth.com/2017/05/streetwalking-traverse-city-neighborhoods/
https://www.traversecity.com/blog/post/historic-traverse-city-buildings-that-you-can-experience-for-yourself/
https://www.traversecity.com/blog/post/a-trip-through-time/
https://www.traversecity.com/blog/post/historic-traverse-city-buildings-that-you-can-experience-for-yourself/
https://www.traversecity.com/blog/post/a-trip-through-time/
What makes this property unique
Location, Location, Location! Great neighborhood for walking the dog to the nearby dog park. Friendly neighborhood atmosphere. West Side Beverage is right out your back door and now serves amazingly delicious pizzas and sandwiches on top of their huge selection of libations.
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