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The Howard Lake House

Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and patio

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Exterior
Living area
Property grounds
Main living room
Exterior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Traverse City, MI
  • Place, The Crown Golf Club
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Interlochen Center for the Arts
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Bass Lake
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Bathroom 4

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

The Howard Lake House

Set on the idyllic Long Lake and just minutes from downtown and Crystal Mountain Ski, this retreat promises a memorable stay Up North! With contemporary style found in the 5 bedrooms, 3.5 baths and 2 living spaces, there's plenty space for the whole family to enjoy themselves. Traverse City is just over 8 miles away, while Sleeping Bear Dunes awaits along Lake Michigan; after a day on the water, pick up some local beer or wine and sip around the fire pit as you unwind at the vacation rental.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 26
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

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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Traverse City

Located in Traverse City, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Kresge Auditorium and Village at Grand Traverse Commons are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Fisher's Run. Great Wolf Lodge Water Park and Burnett Park are also worth visiting.
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Traverse City, MI

What's nearby

  • The Crown Golf Club - 4 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Interlochen Center for the Arts - 6 min drive - 9.0 km
  • Bass Lake - 6 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Great Wolf Lodge Water Park - 8 min drive - 11.5 km
  • Grand Traverse Mall - 8 min drive - 11.5 km

Getting around

  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Buffalo Wild Wings - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Howard Lake House pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Howard Lake House?

As of 11 Jan 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Howard Lake House on 24 Jan 2026 start from AU$2,182.62, 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 The Howard Lake House?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Howard Lake House?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Howard Lake House?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Howard Lake House located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Bass Lake and within 6 miles (10 km) of Fisher's Run and The Crown Golf Club. Interlochen Center for the Arts and Interlochen Golf Club are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Audrey C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house was beautiful. The common spaces were ideal for having family dinners, and the deck was an amazing setting for soaking up the sun and winding down by the fire. We loved our time here and the setting was the perfect space to create long lasting memories
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Picture perfect stay on Long Lake. Everything was very well prepared for our stay. The kids spent hours on the lake kayaking and paddle boarding. Evenings were spent by the bonfire. We love being 15 minutes from Traverse - not too close, not too far. The house itself was beautifully decorated and thoughtful for their guests- plenty of dish soap, TP, pots, pans, glasses. We never eat out when we’re at the lake so this was nice to have good pans that you can make eggs in. Many other places have the bare minimum and in the past we have had to go out and buy a pan. We definitely plan to come back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leslee F.

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

Fantastic

We had a wonderful time. The house has much more than in the description of it. It is spacious and very comfortable. This is a well stocked home in every way! The host was responsive. We are talking about returning!!
Stayed 16 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

David N.

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

Beautiful house

Really well done home. Fully stocked with everything you might need. Everything worked and the one minor issue we had was taken care of same day. Online listing doesn't do the property justice. Really a wonderful trip with memories that will last a lifetime.
Stayed 12 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wow!! We have rented homes for our annual vacation with our sons and daughters in law since 2016, both internationally and around the United States. This home was tied for #1 with our crew. Excellent condition, perfect setting on beautiful Long Lake, and a great layout for a family gathering. The great room and spacious kitchen was a natural gathering place for the family. The kitchen upstairs has top notch appliances, and every utensil (multiple) that you can imagine. If you plan to cook (which each couple hosted during the week), you will never need a spice that they don't have! The bedroom layout is excellent, with two bedrooms on the lower level which are far enough away from the upstairs great room for families with children who need naps and a quieter setting. Our host Paige, gave us a contact to also rent a pontoon boat that we used during the week. He did a great job teaching us the operation of the boat, along with the specifics of the lake. The hot tub situated on the deck overlooking the lake was used frequently by our adult children.The documentation for the home, places to eat and visit were excellent. My wife and I are from Michigan, so we have travelled to Traverse City many times, but we also learned some new place this week. You are close to so many things you might need (Meijer is only 10 minutes away), but yet you are still away from it all when you are at this home.Just can't say enough about the home and host/hostess. Hope to come back next year!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

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