ROBY’S RETREAT - Immaculate 9 BR Beachfront Home on Grand Traverse Bay Sleeps 20

OUR SUMMER 2026 CALENDAR FOR NEW GUESTS IS OPEN AS OF SEPTEMBER 7, 2025.

PLEASE CONTACT THE OWNER BEFORE YOU “REQUEST TO BOOK” THIS PROPERTY. Our goal is to provide the best possible “up north” experience for you and we strive to ensure that Roby’s Retreat will meet your needs. We need information about your group and plans to ensure that Roby’s Retreat will be a good fit. Scroll down the page to “Managed by PV Roby” and choose “Contact via Inbox.”

Roby's Retreat is a beautiful property on Grand Traverse Bay with a private beach, breathtaking views, and multiple spacious living and dining areas with comfortable furnishings both inside and outside. This well-appointed home comfortably accommodates 18-20 guests and is roomy enough for family reunions or large extended family. We welcome children. We discovered the property when our children were young and recognized that it was the perfect beach and setting for kids. We provide 3 full-size cribs and child gates on all interior stairways.

Large windows offer unobstructed views of the bay. Experience not only stunning sunrises over Grand Traverse Bay but also shimmering reflected sunsets from Lake Michigan. The Great Room, Lower-Level Living Room and Screened Porch provide indoor areas for food and conversation. New gourmet kitchen with stainless steel appliances appointed with small appliances, pots, pans, plates, glasses and cutlery for preparing and serving large feasts. Two tables seat 16-20 total and counter seating for 4. Enjoy the spectacular views from the deck and covered patio. Cook for your crew on your choice of two large grills, one charcoal and one gas.

The Master Bedroom Suite with king sized bed includes a private bath with whirlpool tub. The private Family Suite has 2 bedrooms and a bath. There are nine bedrooms total and four tile baths. Each of the bedrooms has its own unique character and has a cozy corner for reading or contemplation. The Great Room has a queen and a twin sofa bed and the Lower-Level Living Room has a full futon and queen sofa bed. Two bedrooms have cribs.

Roby’s Retreat is tucked into a private wooded setting. Out the back doors, it is a short walk across the lawn to the sandy beach and the water. Two stately maple trees provide some shade over the sandy beach. The water is crystal clear and warmer than Lake Michigan. It very gradually deepens, making it wonderful for floats, tubes and snorkeling Search for Petoskey stones along the textured bay bottom where the gentle waves have polished the coveted smooth stones. The bottom is rocky and sandy, changing each year as the waves bring more or less sand over the winter. We recommend water shoes in case the winter has brought less sand. Enjoy the kayaks for adults and for children. Contemplate the universe at a bonfire by the beach. Incredible views of the Milky Way, shooting stars and, if you are lucky, the Northern Lights are also included at no extra charge. Dock or launch your boat at the small marina conveniently located next door.

Amenities: To make your stay as effortless as possible, we strive to provide our guests with a well stocked home. A satisfied guest said in a review, “the house is fully stocked with whatever you’d need (like, picture what you will need, it is already there).” We provide toilet paper to get you started, paper products, trash & storage bags, soaps, spices & cooking staples, condiments, propane, charcoal, firewood, etc. Bed linens, bath towels, kitchen towels and beach towels are provided at no extra charge. Enjoy the fully equipped Gourmet Kitchen with Sharp Knives, Blender, Toaster, Coffee Makers, Electric Griddle, Standing Mixer, Cuisinart, Ice Cream Maker, Crock Pot. Other amenities include: a large Hot Tub with a view of the bay (not available in winter), a Gas Fireplace, Washer/dryer, Central Air Conditioning, Ceiling Fans in every room, Window Fans, a large Library, Gas Grill, Charcoal Grill, Fire Pit, Wireless Internet, Land-Line Phone, 8 TV's, 5 adult Kayaks & 3 Child Kayaks, Life Jackets, Sand Toys, many Beach Chairs, Volleyball and much, much more........... Launch your boat at the small marina next door.

Activities: There’s water everywhere you turn on the Leelanau Peninsula, including several lakes in the interior affording spectacular views. Fishing, golf courses, biking (Rails to Trails), Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, Leelenau State Parks, Grand Traverse Lighthouse, Lake Michigan beaches, wine tasting, brew pubs, Traverse City, Suttons Bay, Northport, Leland’s Fish Town, Glen Arbor, Interlochen (Arts Festival), Leelanau Sands Casino.

ARRIVAL AND DEPARTURE TIMES:
ARRIVAL: 4:00 pm
DEPARTURE: 10:00 am.

CANCELLATION
• There will be a charge of $100.00 for all reservations canceled.
• All cancellations are subject to forfeiture of the entire deposit amount unless the property is re-rented at the full rental rate; a refund will then be made less the cancellation charge of $100.
• Once the final payment is made thirty days prior to arrival, the total rental rate for the week will be forfeited unless the property is re-rented at the full rental rate; a refund will then be made less the cancellation charge of $100. If the damage deposit has been paid prior to cancellation, it will be refunded.
• If you have concerns that unforeseen events might cause you to cancel, please obtain travel insurance.