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Fifteen steps to the beach --- 15 minutes to walk to downtown Traverse City!

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The view facing north to the West Arm of Grand Traverse Bay
Fabulous sunsets!
The setting -- beach house is on the left (west). The tree house is gone now!
Living room -- view from the sofa-bed
Kitchen

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Laundry room
  • Kitchen
AU$519
avg per night

Explore the area

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Traverse City, MI
  • Place, Front Street
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Bryant Park
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Clinch Park Beach
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
The current price is AU$519
avg per night

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About the area

Traverse City

Located in Traverse City, this guesthouse is on the beach. 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 Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and horse riding nearby.
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What's nearby

  • Front Street - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Bryant Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Clinch Park Beach - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Traverse Area District Library - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Traverse City Visitor Center - 3 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Silver Spruce Brewing - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Jimmy John's - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Fifteen steps to the beach --- 15 minutes to walk to downtown Traverse City!

Ours is a simple, SMALL beach house, located on the grounds of our family home (which means that we share the beach). West Grand Traverse Bay is twenty steps away from the front door - - and downtown Traverse City is a 15 minute walk down the beach -- or Front Street.

We rent it from Sunday-Sunday from June through September ($2500 per week).

Between October and May, we rent it by the month ($2000/month). It is just become available for 15 Sept 2025 - 30 May 2026.

We must limit the number of residents because of the limitations of the plumbing. Parties of more than 4 will need prior approval and perhaps a damage deposit and/or an increase in the rental fee.

We ask for at least 50% of the fee in advance. The balance is due on check-in. Check in is at 2 p.m. on Sundays. Check out is at 10 a.m. on Sundays.

The sunsets are out of this world - - and sunrises are pretty spectacular, too!

We are happy to have pets (an extra charge of $500 is needed) - - and it is paradise for children of all ages!

It is a highly rated spot!
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Keywords: Beach House

Amenities

Pet-friendly
Parking available
Laundry

House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: limit 1 total
We ask for an additional $500 if pets come along.
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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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a deadbolt lock

Frequently asked questions

Is Fifteen steps to the beach --- 15 minutes to walk to downtown Traverse City! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 1 total).

How much does it cost to stay at Fifteen steps to the beach --- 15 minutes to walk to downtown Traverse City! ?

As of 31 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Fifteen steps to the beach --- 15 minutes to walk to downtown Traverse City! on 7 June 2026 start from AU$519, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Fifteen steps to the beach --- 15 minutes to walk to downtown Traverse City! ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Fifteen steps to the beach --- 15 minutes to walk to downtown Traverse City! ?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Fifteen steps to the beach --- 15 minutes to walk to downtown Traverse City! ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Fifteen steps to the beach --- 15 minutes to walk to downtown Traverse City! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Traverse City guesthouse is just steps away from Front Street and Lake Michigan. Clinch Park Beach and Bryant Park are also within 15 minutes.

Fifteen steps to the beach --- 15 minutes to walk to downtown Traverse City! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 47 out of 53 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 53 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 53 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 53 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 53 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Megan A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We absolutely loved our stay! We’ve stayed here several times before and it never disappoints. Our pup loved swimming in the beautiful water. We loved the proximity to so many fun things to do. We already booked for next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lee Ann F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A Gem!

Had the best experience in The Cottage! Plan to book again next Summer!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

susan s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect setting

Beautiful location exactly as described. Close to so many fun activities and also great for relaxation. Very easy walk to many restaurants Hosts Terri and John friendly and helpful. Highly recommend this for a getaway. We absolutely loved our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deborah C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved this place, and can’t wait to return. The house, was perfect size, for my husband and I. It was well equipped, and had a wide open feel, with all the large windows. The views, were beautiful in all directions. It had lush green well maintained property, and of course, a lake view. The few steps to the perfect sand beach, to swim, and just relax, made it very hard to leave!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tim T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

On the Bay

We spent a wonderful week on the bay. Our hosts were awesome!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bill S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very comfortable cottage on the water and walking distance to nice restaurants and shopping.

We really liked being able to walk to downtown Traverse City. The cottage is peaceful and private. We hope to return again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing Retreat

This was our second time staying at the beach house and for excellent reason. The peace and quiet of the beach house, the proximity to downtown Traverse City, and the overwhelming hospitality, especially being dog-friendly! We look forward to another future stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

What a great location!!

We brought our dog with us and he had a blast playing on the beach and swimming in the lake! You can’t beat the location either. It’s quiet but right in town! Hopefully we will be back next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing view!

My husband and I stayed with our dog for a week and we all loved our time there. The cottage is cute and had everything we needed, the hosts are so nice, and the view is outstanding. The location is close to restaurants, bakeries, etc. We highly recommend this rental!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angie T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beach Bliss

The view is spectacular. Cottage is cozy & charming. The location is perfect-private while a short walk or bike ride to downtown. I have been staying at this cottage for many years. It is well appointed and lovely.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Staying at the Beach House

Great location. Great hosts. The only downside was the bathroom. Small, dark, sink and shower not user friendly.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angie T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Always amazing stay

This gem of a cottage is tidy and delivers the ideal location with a beautiful beach. Terri and John are very helpful, responsive and loaned my friend a wonderful bike for several days. I have stayed at this property multiple times over the years and will continue to do so.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful even in the Fall!

So relaxing. Awesome view of the water. Very clean and comfortable. Terri and John were very welcoming and friendly. Hope to go back soon!
Stayed 35 nights in Sep 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Getaway

A fun, relaxing, lake getaway. The cottage was a perfect size for our family of 5 (one infant). The water is just steps away. John and Terri are great hosts!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Our Excellent TC Getaway

Sunsets… Sunrises… the lulling sound of splashing evening waves…a private sandy beach…. Bundled with gracious hosts, Terrie and John, and a dog named “Rex”….our vacation couldn’t have been better! Now the cottage is older and small but we found it charming and well stocked with everything you need. The location is perfect… We will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Week in Traverse City

The property is beautiful and so close to all of the wonders that Traverse City holds - TART trails, downtown, wineries, breweries, parks, etc. John and Terrie were excellent hosts, providing us with recommendations of a wide variety of restaurants and activities. Wonderful week!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Stacey L.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Perfect location

This is a great location right on the water and near downtown. We easily rode our bikes to everything. Terrie and John were wonderful hosts. John even gave us a stand up paddle board lesson! We would definitely stay in the cottage again.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Renee K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

An unexpected gem

I have been coming to TC for years and have never stayed a place as perfect as John and Terry’s… proximity to town, private oasis of the property, the sunset views (this place hits all the check marks) I already miss the view with the windows open And AM breeze … hosts are also wonderful - ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Digital Nomad with a gorgeous view

The hosts, John and Terrie were fabulous, so kind, generous, knowledgeable about the area and very welcoming and always provided lots of privacy. The guest house was perfect with beautiful sunset views, easy walk to downtown Traverse City, the location couldn't be any better and right by the Blue Goat wine market for added festivities. Highly recommend 10/10!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bill M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Experience

We had a wonderful experience at the Cottage! The setting is ideal, and the spot on the bay is picturesque. Location to downtown was very nice, and a day trip to Mackinac Island and one to Sleeping Bear Dunes was an easy drive from the cottage. Communication and hospitality from our hosts was very good, and much appreciated, as we had changes to our travel plans due to Covid. We can't wait to go back.
Stayed 28 nights in May 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

kim s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful stay

I had a wonderful time with my dog at the cottage. Loved the floor to ceiling windows out back with gorgeous view of the bay. The lush green lawn and landscaping was an added bonus. John and Terri were helpful and great hosts. The kitchen was stocked with everything needed for cooking. Great Location to downtown and lovely public park. I definitely want to return!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kim M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Simply beautiful!

We had a wonderful stay! The location is amazing; right in the middle of everything, but a million miles away too. The place was clean and cheerful and met all of our needs. The hosts are friendly and helpful. My only regret is I should have brought my bike! Next year I will.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

William K.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Waterfront View

Beautiful waterfront view, yard and location are the best! Walk to Starbucks and town. House needed more thorough cleaning and could use a new coffee pot (past its useful life).
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sherri H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome beach house!

This was our 2nd time renting the beach cottage. We loved it so much the first time that we were thrilled to go back. And we can’t wait to stay there again! A very cute, well equipped cottage with spectacular views, a lovely beach just out your door (shared with the owners) and located just a short walk, bike ride or car ride from all that Traverse City has to offer. Terry and John are wonderful people/hosts as well. What’s not to love!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Traverse City beach cottage perfect place for getaway

My husband and I stayed at the beach cottage from Sat, Aug 19 to Sat., Aug 26, 2023. The cottage sits steps from the beach amid a lush landscape of majestic white pines and other beautiful trees. The setting was perfect for us and our Golden Retriever to unwind and relax. The location was perfect for the day trips we took to the coastal towns, historic sites and wineries. Sunset on the beach was spectacular. Our hosts, Terri & John were wonderful and it was such a pleasure to meet them and to stay in their cottage. The space was perfect for us and we had a terrific time in Northern Michigan. We would highly recommend this cottage and the hosts. Tammy & Brian W.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023