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Beautiful Cottage on the Water of Pristine West Bay

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A view from a room with two red Adirondack chairs facing a body of water.
A house with a well-maintained lawn and hydrangea flowers in front.
A house with a front deck, a stone retaining wall, and a river in the foreground.
A living room with a sofa, armchair, coffee table, and a dining area with chairs and a table.
A bedroom with a bed, two bedside tables, a nightstand, a lamp, a window, and a framed picture on the wall.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • On the beach
    A rare beachfront property in the area - enjoy direct access to the beach and sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Grand Traverse Bay

Popular amenities

  • Balcony or patio
  • On beach
  • Kitchenette
  • Barbecue
  • Free internet
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Suttons Bay, MI
  • Place, Grand Traverse Bay
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, beach near Bingham Road
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Front Street
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Airport, Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪26 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Separate dining area
Dining area

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About the area

Suttons Bay

Located in Suttons Bay, this holiday home is near a water park and 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 Jacob's Corn Maze are also worth visiting. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or try out other outdoor activities such as sledging and ice skating.
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Suttons Bay, MI

What's nearby

  • Grand Traverse Bay - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • beach near Bingham Road - 1 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Front Street - 16 min drive - 20.9 km
  • Village at Grand Traverse Commons - 18 min drive - 21.6 km
  • Traverse City Beach - 23 min drive - 28.5 km

Getting around

  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hop Lot Brewing Company - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Farm Club - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪VI Grill - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Paradise Cove Bar & Grill - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Roman Wheel Pizza & Subs - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful Cottage on the Water of Pristine West Bay pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Beautiful Cottage on the Water of Pristine West Bay?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Beautiful Cottage on the Water of Pristine West Bay?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful Cottage on the Water of Pristine West Bay?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful Cottage on the Water of Pristine West Bay located?

Nestled on the beach, this Suttons Bay holiday home is just steps away from Grand Traverse Bay and Lake Michigan. Ciccone Vineyard and Winery and bigLITTLE Wines are also within 3 miles (5 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. 82 out of 88 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 88 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 88 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 88 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 88 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We thoroughly enjoyed our three night stay in this lovely, clean and comfortable waterfront cottage. Vicky and Duane are attentive hosts, and we would happily return.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, unit was super clean. We had a wonderful stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful view, excellent location! The lake house was so clean and had everything we needed!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 27 July 2026
We are so happy you enjoyed your stay! It was nice to meet your beautiful family. Thank you for leaving our place so clean and tidy.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
everything about the property in the Listing was accurate. The view was absolutely fantastic, property was clean,and the only thing that was not right about it was the fact that we were only staying a week, and not longer. One of the best VRBOs we have been to!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Aug 2026
Gerard, Thanks for your kind review. We are very pleased that you enjoyed our place. You are welcome back any time. Duane and Vicki Amato
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful views. Great location.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home with an excellent location.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy cottage with a beautiful view of the bay! Host was very friendly and responsive to our questions. Will stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Oct 2025
Thank you for your review. Also thank you for leaving our place so nice and clean.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Terrific location

Beautiful location with great view of Grand Traverse Bay.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Very pleasant stay!

Very comfortable!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Waterfront Cottage

Beautiful location. Clean and comfortable with everything we needed. We had a great stay.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peaceful and Relaxing.

Perfect location and excellent view. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and hope to return soon.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Superb Setting!

Ideal location to everything and very safe.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Mar 2020
We are very pleased that you enjoyed your stay.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The hosts were excellent and ensured we had everything we needed. The property is everything it said it would. We loved our stay. Being on the water was so relaxing with spectacular sunrises. The location was ideal to get to where we needed to be. Would stay again in a heartbeat. Only wish we could have been there a few weeks later to see the leaves change!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Sept 2025
Thank you for your review. We are pleased you enjoyed your stay. Thank you also for leaving our place perfect.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great time at this beautiful place. The view is unbeatable! We enjoyed lots of relaxing on the deck with the waves lapping and the skies constantly changing. We had everything we needed and were close to any places we wanted to explore. We will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely place and location.

The cottage was nicely furnished, very clean, and comfortable. The view from the living room of the lake is lovely. It is just a short drive into Sutton Bay's, which is a charming little town. I would certainly stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Mar 2020
Thanks for your nice review.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing stay. Amazing place

Vacation rentals allow for an experience from time to time and this place certainly fit the bill. We probably spent more time just lounging around the property and enjoying the AMAZING views than any stay in recent memory. We’ll be back for sure!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Oct 2020
Thank you for your nice review. We are very pleased you enjoyed your stay. It was nice meeting you and look forward to seeing you again. Duane and Vicki.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home with a magnificent view. Close to both Suttons Bay and Traverse City attractions including outdoor activities. All amenities needed were provided. Excellent communications with owners. Very relaxing place. Next to owner's home.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Sept 2025
Thank you for your review and thank you for leaving our place so clean and nice.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Ideal Michigan Summer Vacation

Truly a Great Lake House on a beautiful property. Accommodations were excellent and perfectly described in the listing. Location and owner’s hospitality were the best we have experienced in Traverse City. Easily a 5 star experience!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Summer Vacation Stay

Cute property with excellent deck area for lounging and eating. Fully functioning kitchen and great location. Close to so many attractions and activities. Our hosts were very communicative.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyed our stay. Property was neat and well furnished. Nice location with lovely lake views. Very relaxing which was just what we were looking for. Duane was an excellent host and the only thing that could have been better was the weather. Oh well, can't have everything. On our list for revisit.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
The good: The view! Nothing beats the lake right outside your door. Open the sliders and listen to the waves. Make sure to get up early and enjoy the sunrise. The house is clean and centrally located between Traverse City and Sutton's Bay. Fully stocked kitchen with utensils and dishes. There is ample closet and storage space.The Bad: Privacy is a concern. It's a guesthouse so the main house is extremely close as are the neighbors on the other side. We had a neighbor walk right up on the deck and start asking questions about something he was looking for while we were inside with the screen doors shut. Several of the windows do not have treatments (curtains or blinds). And speaking of the windows, some were stuck and we could not open them which is disappointing as we wanted to hear more of the waves. The lighting is very dim. The shower squeals! Be prepared for that. The garage has a musty smell but the rest of the house does not. The dryer didn't get our towels dry and looking at the state of the vent when we pulled out the lint trap, I can see why. It's honestly a fire hazard.All and all, it's a good place to stay but didn't meet our expectations.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Sept 2026
Thank you for staying with us and for recognizing the lake view, cleanliness, location, and well-stocked kitchen. We take pride in preparing the guesthouse so guests have what they need, and I’m sorry your stay did not fully meet your expectations. The neighbor who approached the deck was looking for his expensive dock pieces lost in the waves. We look out for one another along the water, but I’m sorry his unexpected visit interrupted your privacy. We have since checked every window and confirmed that all open once unlocked. The two small windows around the corner from the lake-facing sliding glass doors do not have shades; we appreciate knowing you would have preferred them and will consider adding them. We found that the shower squeal was coming from the shower head and are replacing it immediately. We inspected the dryer vents and found no issue. We also checked the garage after your stay and did not notice an odor, though we understand you noticed one during your visit. Thank you for sharing your feedback.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfection!

This was the perfect location to explore the Leelanau peninsula and surrounding areas. And the house itself was the perfect place to relax and unwind in front of picture-perfect views of the Grand Tranverse Bay. We definitely hope to return!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 5 July 2022
Thank you Caroline for your nice review. We are very pleased that you really enjoyed yourselves.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Guesthouse!

My husband and I could NOT have enjoyed our stay more! Duane and Vicki were amazing hosts and the location and amenities were spectacular! It was exactly the view we were hoping for and so much more! The deck was perfect for relaxing and the cottage had everything we needed to be comfortable and relaxed. Can’t wait to go back.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Aug 2023
It was a pleasure meeting you and your husband. We are very pleased that both of you had a wonderful stay and look forward to having you back some day. Thanks also for leaving our place so clean and tidy.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Waterfront At Its Best

If you’re looking for a cozy retreat filled with a beautiful sunrise, morning coffee on the deck, and the ideal northern Michigan location look no further than this wonderful lake house. We can’t wait until our return visit.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 25 May 2021
Thank you for your very nice review. We are happy that you really enjoyed your stay. We look forward to seeing you again.
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