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The White House for Dog Lovers • In Town, But Away from the Traffic
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1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Highlights
- On-site fitness centreA rare find - enjoy convenient access to fitness facilities during your stay.
- Discover nearby landmarksNear Old Town Playhouse
Popular amenities
- Dogs and cats allowed
- Washing machine
- Air-conditioning
- Internet access
- Dryer
- Bathtub
Explore the area

Traverse City, MI
- Front StreetPlace, Front Street2 min drive
- Clinch ParkPlace, Clinch Park2 min drive
- Clinch Park BeachPlace, Clinch Park Beach2 min drive
- Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)Airport, Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)8 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
2 Single Beds
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bidet · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Spaces
Separate dining area
Dining area
About this property
The White House for Dog Lovers • In Town, But Away from the Traffic
For you: quiet, residential street. Walking distance to downtown/beach. Easy access to groceries, drinks, and shopping.
For your dog: yard stocked with squirrels, sticks, and tennis balls. Plus, daily walks like you dream about (all starting right from the house).
3 bedrooms, 1 bath on a fully fenced double lot. 1st floor washer/dryer. Full kitchen. Extremely dog-friendly.
Please note: bedroom #3 is separated from bedroom #2 by a floor-to-ceiling curtain that opens/closes on a ceiling track.
* 30-day minimum stay
For your dog: yard stocked with squirrels, sticks, and tennis balls. Plus, daily walks like you dream about (all starting right from the house).
3 bedrooms, 1 bath on a fully fenced double lot. 1st floor washer/dryer. Full kitchen. Extremely dog-friendly.
Please note: bedroom #3 is separated from bedroom #2 by a floor-to-ceiling curtain that opens/closes on a ceiling track.
* 30-day minimum stay
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House Rules
Flexible check-in available (contact host in advance of arrival)
Minimum age to rent: 25
Flexible check-out available (contact host to arrange)
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 10 total)
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
Property # 3459211vb
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 20
Long-term renters welcome
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 deadlock
About the area
Traverse City
Traverse City is home to this holiday home. Shoppers can check out Front Street, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Lake Michigan and Traverse City Beach. Interlochen Center for the Arts and Great Wolf Lodge Water Park are also worth visiting.

Traverse City, MI
What's nearby
- Front Street - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
- Clinch Park - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
- Traverse City Visitor Center - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
- Clinch Park Beach - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
- Village at Grand Traverse Commons - 4 min drive - 2.6 km
Getting around
- Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 8 min drive
Restaurants
- Wendy's - 18 min walk
- Traverse City Whiskey Co. - 3 min walk
- 7 Monks Taproom - 19 min walk
- Flap Jack Shack - 3 min drive
- FireFly - 15 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is The White House for Dog Lovers • In Town, But Away from the Traffic pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 10 total).
Where is The White House for Dog Lovers • In Town, But Away from the Traffic located?
Situated in Traverse City, this holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Old Town Playhouse, Lake Michigan, and Front Street. City Opera House and Clinch Park are also within 1 mile (2 km).
About the host
Hosted by John Plough
I'm a former educator, in the middle of a career switch to software engineering. Dog-lover. Proud TC resident (my favorite place on earth).
I'm happy to help throughout your stay - with a text, phone call, or trip to the house. I want you to have a wonderful visit!
I used to teach film studies. If you give me a list of favorite movies/genres, I will curate a selection of DVDs/Blurays just for you and your guests - convenient rainy day entertainment!
Why they chose this property
This is the best location in TC. I have easy access to downtown, but I can walk back home to a quiet, residential neighborhood.
Distance to...
Walking/Biking (Boardman Lake Loop Trail) - 1 block
Paddleboarding/Kayaking (Boardman Lake) - 1 block
Downtown TC - less than a mile
Beach - 1 mile
Tom’s (groceries) - less than a mile
Meijer (groceries) - 1.5 miles
Traverse City Whiskey Co. - 1 block
Right Brain Brewery - 1 block
What makes this property unique
I love dogs. And when I travel, I want to bring mine with me.
If you are traveling with your dogs, my goal is to make your visit wonderful for them and for you!
Languages:
English
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