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Hidden Gem Cottage on Bass Lake with Hot Tub - Summer Memories Last Forever

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Hidden Gem Cottage
Sit in the hot tub and relax
You can enjoy the sun as well as the shade on the large sandy beach; Nap-time :)
cottage sits 60' from the lake
Sit on the patio with a clear view of beautiful Bass Lake

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 792.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Hidden Gem Cottage on Bass Lake with Hot Tub - Summer Memories Last Forever

Bass Lake is a beautiful 100 acre all sports Lake -- If you're looking for a quaint inland spring fed lake where the only noise you'll hear is the sound of your families laughter... You've found it! We're not the busy larger lakes with all the jet skis, boats ... we're the family friendly place where you spend time together and enjoy this beautiful 3 bedroom 1 bathroom cottage.

Come stay in this beautiful Northern Michigan cottage that is located on beautiful Bass Lake, a hidden gem in the heart of Northern Michigan. You will have one of the most memorable times of your life. This unique home has all of the amenities for your enjoyment and comfortable stay. With an open floor plan, views of the lake and outdoors through every window. You’re on the lake with a large sandy beach, lots of the water toys for the kids and a raft with a slide. Sit at the end of the long dock and dip your feet into the water, enjoy sunrises and sunsets, just relax and take in nature. When the evening comes lay on the end of the dock and look to the sky for an amazing view of never ending stars that will take your breath away. Listen to the loons and observe wildlife in their environment. You will relax and leave your busy life at home. Remember, Summer Memories Last Forever :)


Amenities: You’ll enjoy this Northern Michigan paradise from early morning walks, to playing in the lake, to relaxing in the evening. This northern beauty sleep 7, linens provided washer/dryer, iron and board, outdoor clothes line, air conditioning, TV, DVD, , stereo with indoor/outdoor speakers and wireless Internet. The kitchen is fully equipped, outdoor cooking utensils and outdoor grill. Patio table seats 8 and plenty of extra chairs.

Local festivals include: Traverse City National Cherry Festival July 4 - July 11 2026 -- Leland Wine & Food Festival June 2026, Great Lakes Equestrian festival July - August 2026 TBD, Cotton Creek Farm Alpaca Tours, as well as a variety of other local festivals. Try touring local award winning wineries such as; St Ambrose Cellars, Black Star Farms, French Valley Vineyard, Ciccone Vineyard, Leelanau Wine Cellars, Mari Vineyards, Chateau Grand Traverse, Brys Estate Vineyard & Winery, 2 Lads Winery, and MANY more all offering wine tasting of the local harvest. There are also great live top name performers at Interlochen Center of the Arts and in the casinos.

Other outdoor activities: We are 30 beautiful scenic miles from Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lake shore that was voted 'Americas Most Beautiful Place' by ABC Good Morning America. Canoeing or tubing down one of the pristine rivers. Try reeling in a large King Salmon or other game fish while charter fishing at one of the local harbors on the great lakes. Many trails close by to hike or mountain bike. As the season changes come and enjoy the variety of activities available. We're only minutes away to great downhill skiing , or just out the door for miles of cross country skiing. If you would rather relax and sit indoors with a hot cup of cocoa, coffee or tea and watch the changing weather please think of us...You will enjoy the view with any season you're in. Beautiful, Scenic, Peaceful, you can have it all right here.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please place all dirty towels in the bathtub.
Please DO NOT strip the beds
Place all trash in the trash receptacle in the shed.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Interlochen

Located in Interlochen, this cottage is on a lake. Kresge Auditorium and Interlochen Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Interlochen Center for the Arts and Burnett Park. Great Wolf Lodge Water Park and Jacob's Corn Maze are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hunting and hiking.
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Interlochen, MI

What's nearby

  • Interlochen Center for the Arts - 8 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Interlochen Golf Club - 11 min drive - 9.2 km
  • Interlochen State Park - 12 min drive - 9.2 km
  • Kresge Auditorium - 12 min drive - 8.5 km
  • Inland Township Park - 14 min drive - 12.0 km

Getting around

  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dilbert's Cafe - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Oaky’s Tavern - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Bradley’s Pub & Grille - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Hofbrau - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Hidden Gem Cottage on Bass Lake with Hot Tub - Summer Memories Last Forever pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Hidden Gem Cottage on Bass Lake with Hot Tub - Summer Memories Last Forever ?

As of 18 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hidden Gem Cottage on Bass Lake with Hot Tub - Summer Memories Last Forever on 24 May 2026 start from AU$696, 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 Hidden Gem Cottage on Bass Lake with Hot Tub - Summer Memories Last Forever ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Hidden Gem Cottage on Bass Lake with Hot Tub - Summer Memories Last Forever ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Hidden Gem Cottage on Bass Lake with Hot Tub - Summer Memories Last Forever ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Hidden Gem Cottage on Bass Lake with Hot Tub - Summer Memories Last Forever located?

Situated on a lake, this cottage is 2.8 mi (4.6 km) from Interlochen Center for the Arts and within 6 miles (10 km) of Kresge Auditorium and Interlochen Golf Club. Interlochen State Park and Crimson King Commons Area are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 61 out of 65 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 65 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Norah G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The perfect spot for our family! We loved the sandy beach and beautiful views. The cottage was very clean. We will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary W.

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

Wonderful vacation!

This was our third time to visit this property. It is a very special place--always immaculate. The owner is alwaysdoing something to improve the property. Two years ago they added something special to the property with an extension of the patio to include a firepit which we enjoyed every night. The house is located on a small quiet lake. We rented a pontoon boat and the kids loved tubing! I am sure we will return,
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandy B.

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

Awesome Get Away!

Hidden Gem was one of the cleanest vacation rentals we have ever stayed at. The cottage was cozy and relaxing...the outside patio and beach area was spectacular. We loved this place and the boys had a great time swimming, fishing and using the paddle boat. It was truly a great vacation!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pam G.

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

Great Summer Vacation

We had a great time staying at the cottage. The kids had a blast on the paddle boat and cried when we had to leave at the end of the week. It is a quick trip to Traverse City and the Sleeping Bear Dunes. I would definitely recommend this cottage for a family with young kids!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nick B.

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

Great lake house

Great lake house with plenty of lake toys to play with. Quite lake to avoid the business of peak season in Traverse City, but not a bad drive in town when needed. Nice having three bed rooms with larger room being loft room. Only have one window AC unit in the loft room, but plenty of fans provided by property owners to help circulate air throughout the entire house.Only thing would mention is in regards to families with infants, pack and play would be very tight to fit in the lower two bedrooms, so we stuck with the baby in the loft with my wife. Baby gate was available which was helpful.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer K.

THANK YOU!

Thank you so much for a wonderful stay. Everything was perfect. We were able to relax and enjoy your beautiful property. It truly is a Hidden Gem!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy D.

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

Perfect family cottage

This cottage is the best we have rented. Plenty of space for a family of 7. The kids loved the lake and the hot tub and we were able to rent a seadoo very easily with drop off and pick up. The owners are amazing and very responsive to our questions. This is the perfect summer getaway - look no further!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Robin A.

Excellent place for fun and relaxation!

The home is immaculate and surrounding property is great. Great amenities with the hot tub, paddle and row boats, beach area and floating raft. Easy drive to get to Traverse City and many of the other area attractions. The lake is beautiful and very peaceful - not overpopulated and very quiet especially during the week. Would highly recommend to others.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dustin W.

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

Excellent Family Vacation!

We stayed here in August 2024 and have a wonderful time. The property was well maintained and very clean. The property had plenty of amenities. We were so pleased with owners communication and helpfulness. They literally had everything we needed from towels, firewood, utensils, water toys, and outdoor furniture. They had really covered their bases! We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary W.

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

Hidden Gem!

One of our best vacations ever and I am 82 years old! New additions to the property show how much the owners care for their property! We will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Nancy R.

Wonderful Vacation Rental

Really enjoyed staying in this Cottage. It was very clean and had everything we needed for the week. From towels to plenty of firewood! We enjoyed having a boat and paddle boat to fish or cruise around the lake. Nearby is Traverse City a nice town to explore. A must see is Sleeping Bear Dunes and Pierce Scenic Driving tour. Wonderful Trip!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brandon K.

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

Amazing

We are so glad we found the Hidden Gem Cottage on Bass Lake! The property is even better than the pictures show and so many amenities are provided. It is clear the owners truly care that guests have a great experience. The lake is so quiet and relaxing, and our kids had a blast on the water slide, paddle boat, in the sand, etc. This was the perfect getaway for our family of four.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Char G.

Wonderful Cottage Retreat

The cottage was very inviting and decorated great. We loved the rowboat for fishing, enjoyed the paddle boat and slide. It was a fantastic week. Christine and Michael were wonderful to deal with, very gracious and accommodating. We would rent it again in a heartbeat. Evenings were peaceful and quiet.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer K.

Wonderful!

This will be our third year staying and we can't say enough good things about the property or the owners. I hesitate to write this review only because I want to keep it OUR secret. But the owners deserve all the praise they have earned. My kids call it "our cottage"- it feels like home.,
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelli B.

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

Loved it!

The cottage was exactly as described and by far, the cleanest rental I have stayed in. Our son (5) and daughter (2) had a great time catching minnows, fishing, using the paddle boat and playing on the beach. Christine and Mike were great hosts and went out of their way to make sure we had everything we needed. Would recommend this to anyone looking for a rental in northern MI. We hope to return!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Jill D.

Wonderful, relaxing vacation

My husband and I and our 2 kids (9 and 10 years old) had a great vacation at the Hidden Gem! The house and property are extremely well maintained and spotlessly clean. The kids loved everything about the lake! The slide, the boats, the beach! And we loved having a fire and s'mores every night. We also had a great time going to Mackinac Island for a day, Sleeping Bear dunes for a day, and to a Traverse City Beach Bums game. My kids said this vacation tied with a Disney vacation! Christine was great to work with and quickly responded to any questions.We could not have been happier! Highly recommend it!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary W.

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

Relax in northern Michigan

Property was immaculate!! Cleanest VRBO we have ever rented. The location was perfect. House is on small Very quiet lake with lots of water toys plus a wonderful swimming dock with a slide. Very peaceful and quiet. Wonderful time even with not so great weather. We are planning on reserving again in 2023. Owner very pleasant and helpful. 5 stars all around!!!!! We rented pontoon boat from Eric at Break n Waves (second year). He is wonderful to deal with--timely and courteous. Boat in beautiful condition. Highly recommend!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Chris A.

The Ultimate place to be! ;)

Ok, so if you want it all, this is the spot people! Great place, great amenities, beautiful location on the Bass lake, and super clean. The owners are truly kind people, and were very responsive to our needs, not that we needed anything. I caught fish within an hour, while grilling my steak, and sipping a nice cab. In my mind, after viewing all other rentals, I would make life easy, and just stay here whenever I make it back to Michigan in the future. No kidding, it's that awesome! Experience it for yourselves all! Make this your place when visiting Interlochen. Trust me," I'll be back" Ha!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Jill M.

Best Rental we have had so far!

The property was as listed or better. Very clean and it this was not just a cottage but really felt like a well maintained home. Christine and Michael are the most gracious hosts. All the little extra touches they did to make us feel welcome and we surely did! They go above and beyond and not just your normal rental. It was one of the most peaceful and relaxing vacations I have been on. Buds was fun, played putt putt across the street. I am not much of a tourist attraction type person but in Traverse City SlabTown was the best burger place by far and if you are looking some delicious ice cream going to Moomers farm was a treat. A little trip to Leelanau was also fun for me and my hubby to get away from the kids. Truely is a Hidden Gem! One I would revisit time and again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

peter b.

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

Relaxing Getaway on Perfect Lake

The property is quaint and was conducive to my family relaxing together from the hot tub to the outdoor dining area to the living room/kitchen area to the beach chairs. The best feature though is the new fire pit area that sits raised and overlooking the lake. So relaxing. The lake is not huge which we love because it means very little boat traffic. During the weekdays it was like having our own lake where we used paddle boards (rented), floated in tubes, roamed in the paddleboat, or just swimming. The property is close to town for food runs or a quick bite. The bike riding options are plentiful. A nice 18 hole public golf course is less than 10 minutes away. Traverse City in 30 minutes. Sleeping Bear Dunes in less than 40 min. Everything you need from this central access point. Book it and relax.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cathy L.

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

Clean, Cute, and Private

Hidden Gem was a great home. It was super clean. The bed up stairs was comfortable. There was a window air conditioner that we ran all night. The kids loved their rooms. There are nice size dresses with a little clothes rod next to them. We don’t being a lot to the lake, so there is enough space for our clothes. I loved that there was water provided, thoughtful touch. The few suggestions I would make for fellow travelers is to bring mosquito spray!! I learned from other experiences. I brought a natural fogger and repellent device. The fire doesn’t keep them away. They do have tiki torches, if you bring the fluid. It makes is so much more enjoyable sitting outside. Another traveler suggested “water shoes”. I read it too late and didn’t bring them. They would be super helpful at this lake. There is a great metal sand rake that we used to clear the water area a few times! That was nice. Great vacation, thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

6/10 Okay

Gabe D.

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Location

Good - Not Great

The experience overall was positive. Both Christine and her husband were responsive thorough-out and helpful. The cottage came with some essentials, like lots of kids toys, a couple boats, a washer-dryer, towels, and beach toys. There is also a great fire pit and plenty of firewood. There were some drawbacks. The two proper bedrooms have little ventilation, the ladder on at least one of the bunk beds was loose, and the tall dresser in one of the rooms is not fastened to the wall - things to have on your radar if your kids are young. The third bedroom is a loft, which is not clear from the listing. There are anthills in the yard and a beehive hanging over the beach so we spent more time away from the house than planned (hopefully that has been removed). Finally, when we left, we were charged an additional sum for damages and additional cleaning. Some of it may be fair, since our young ones did get some crayon on things when were packing up (we are sorry). However, the rest seemed like nitpicking to justify the exorbitant charge, such as leaving dirty dishes on the counter (which was inaccurate — they were clean and there is no dishwasher), a broken water cooler (only the cold water button was working on arrival), and dinging us for leaving beach towels stacked outside when there are no checkout instructions. In short, it was fair for the owner to charge us for the crayons but just be aware that they may charge you for extras if they’re annoyed.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sina K.

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

2nd stay as great as the 1st

Stayed here in September 2020 with our adult son and retuned this August with our daughter and husband and grandchildren. 5 yr old granddaughter loved the water and beach and our 2 yr old grandson couldn’t get enough of the beach. Close to many nice restaurants and wineries. This year did pick you own bouquet at Old Mission Flowers and visited the Cognition Museum in Beulah. Both received a thumbs up by the kids. We liked Rove Winery, 2Lad Winery and Left Foot Charley’s. Would recommend a trip to lake Ann Brewery for bands at 3 and 7-pizza and sandwiches from the place next door.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Megan K.

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

Awesome stay!

We had a great stay at the cottage. Great set up and perfect location!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve T.

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

Excellent for families with younger kids

The hidden gem cottage was perfect for a fun family stay at the lake. The cottage was very clean and well maintained. The extra amenities available for outdoor fun were above and beyond. I would certainly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

About the host

Hosted by Christine

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My husband Michael and myself purchased the property when it had a little rustic cottage on it that we used for a couple of years as a family. We decided to remodel it and start sharing it with other families wanting to visit "up north". We have enjoy meeting families since 2008 and each year since, watching families experience togetherness...this has been our goal; bringing families together for memories that will last a lifetime.

What makes this property unique

We feel the best part of Bass Lake is the size. The 100 acre lake is large enough to enjoy many water activities yet small enough to not have all the loud noise of the larger lakes. You can experience quiet surroundings, amazing stars and the beauty of nature that's all around you. You can use all 5 senses to the fullest...sight, sound, touch, smell and taste. Something that is hard to find unless you're relaxed with family in a peaceful place you can call yours for the week...Hidden Gem Cottage, Relax and leave your busy life at home.

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