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On Bass Lake in TC, Game room. A/C, fireplace. Dog ok.

Beachfront holiday home with kitchen and balcony

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Rear of property
Beach
Living area. - Living area.
Kitchen and dining area with access to back deck. - Kitchen and dining area with access to back deck.
Living room great views of Bass Lake. - Living room great views of Bass Lake.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8260.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Traverse City, MI
  • Place, Bass Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Front Street
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Place, Traverse City Beach
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Airport, Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Queen Beds

Bedroom 3

2 Queen Beds

Other Space 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

On Bass Lake in TC, Game room. A/C, fireplace. Dog ok.

Peaceful and perfect describes S'more Fun located in Traverse City on Bass Lake. This home welcomes guests with 3-bedrooms and 3-bathrooms. The living room has a cozy fireplace and beautiful lake views. The kitchen is fully equipped and has a great "eat in" area for morning gatherings. Up the stairs a large family room. A large-screen TV and pool table provide entertainment, and a queen futon is available. On the lower level are three bedrooms. The lower level is a walk-out basement with 7-foot ceilings. The master bedroom has a king bed and a spacious walk-in shower. The other two bedrooms each have 2-queen beds. The home has central air conditioning, a gas fireplace, and WIFI.

The outdoors space is a beautifully landscaped. The waterside features decks and a patio area for the fire pit. There is plenty of outdoor furniture too. A dock and canoe round out the outdoor amenities. Bass Lake is a great spot for fishing too! The yard area is a perfect place to play Bocce ball or Croquet. The game room in the garage includes ping pong and more. Stunning sunrises and starry nights are just some of the highlights to enjoy here.

This area is just out of town but close to everything. Visits to the Interlochen/Grawn area, Leelanau Peninsula, Old Mission Peninsula, or downtown Traverse City are all easy drives from here. Incredible Mo's Family Fun, grocery shopping, and farm markets are about 10 minutes away.

Check out local wineries, breweries, and specialty cheese shops like "the Cheese Lady". Enjoy fantastic restaurants and food trucks in downtown Traverse City. Visit the Sleeping Bear Dunes, cycle the Heritage Trail, and visit the Cherry Bowl Drive-In for family fun in near by Benzie. Things to do in the area are endless. Come and see what all the buzz is about.

One dog is allowed.

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-- THE PROPERTY --

Sleeps 8.

Bedroom 1: king bed || Bedroom 2: queen bed (2) || Bedroom 3: queen bed (2) || Bed 4 - Sofa bed futon located in family room

OUTDOORS: Gas grill, fire pit, canoe, kayak, paddle boat, life jackets (adults), croquet, bocce ball, patio, outdoor dining table & chairs

INDOORS: Gas fireplace, WIFI, pool table, smart TV, game room, DVD player, books, games, ping pong table, video games

KITCHEN: Cooking basics, dishware & flatware, dishwasher, microwave, toaster, oven, stove, coffee maker, trash bags, paper towels

GENERAL: Washer & dryer, towels & linens, toilet paper, bar soap, central A/C

MISC: 7-foot ceilings in walk-out basement

PARKING: Space for 5 vehicles

-- POLICIES --

- Dog allowed with fee

- No smoking

- No events, parties, or large gatherings

- Must be at least 18 years old to book

- Additional fees and taxes may apply

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
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

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

About the area

Traverse City

Located in Traverse City, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Fisher's Run, while Old Town Playhouse and City Opera House are cultural highlights. Travelling with kids? Consider Great Wolf Lodge Water Park and Burnett Park. Take in the nearby slopes with skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as ice skating and sledging.
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Traverse City, MI

What's nearby

  • Bass Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Great Wolf Lodge Water Park - 11 min drive - 10.8 km
  • Village at Grand Traverse Commons - 13 min drive - 14.0 km
  • Front Street - 15 min drive - 15.1 km
  • Traverse City Beach - 22 min drive - 21.3 km

Getting around

  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Cracker Barrel - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is On Bass Lake in TC, Game room. A/C, fireplace. Dog ok. pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at On Bass Lake in TC, Game room. A/C, fireplace. Dog ok.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at On Bass Lake in TC, Game room. A/C, fireplace. Dog ok.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at On Bass Lake in TC, Game room. A/C, fireplace. Dog ok.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is On Bass Lake in TC, Game room. A/C, fireplace. Dog ok. located?

This family-friendly Traverse City holiday home is located on the beach, steps from Bass Lake and within 6 mi (10 km) of Grand Traverse Mall and Fisher's Run. Great Wolf Lodge Water Park and West End Beach are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 50 out of 82 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 20 out of 82 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 82 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 82 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 82 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Carly W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We came for a week for a family vacation and had a great time! Our main goal was to have a place where our dog and daughter could swim and it was accomplished! The house really feels like it is it own oasis and away from neighbors. We really enjoyed the beach even with the lily pads that line the clearing. The cano and pabble board are a great touch! The house definitely is a bit funky, some stairways not to code, and I would say the beds aren't very comfortable but for a group like ours that can go with the flow we really enjoyed ourselves.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul T.

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

Great get away.

3 days of fun and relaxation.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
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4/10 Poor

Barbara S.

It was okay

Rating Details: The property manager was adequately helpful. The vacation rental was somewhat dirty. I was happy with the location. I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The house was okay I wish I would’ve been told about the ants it was really disgusting. I also ask someone that had called me to check in with us for a rack to clean the yard that is full of goose poop. Never got a call back. For as much as it cost I thought it would’ve been better.

10/10 Excellent

Jean L.

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

Location• Location• Location

This was an excellent location for a family vacation. Close to summer camps, Moomer’s Ice Cream, Traverse City and many lakeside activities and destinations. Some things that might be taken into consideration by housekeeping when there is a full house staying for a long duration…Although plenty of bath towels were provided, it was skimpy on washcloths, kitchen towels and silverware. It should also be known that the third bedroom is more of an add-on. Its ‘closet’ houses the water heater and/or water softener. At night, it often casts a red light and makes loud noises.The 3rd bedroom is not recommended for someone over 6 ft tall. The ceilings are very low. It also had spotty WiFi and poor or no TV reception.Nonetheless, a good time was had and fond memories were made. The house was enjoyed by all, especially those who were not so tall.
Stayed 30 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Jan R.

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

Beautiful Setting!

Great week at the lake with family.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jackie S.

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

Bass Lake

One of our favorite areas to stay! Such a beautiful, peaceful and quiet place! The house was wonderful! Clean with great swimming and kayaking
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kim R.

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

Relax

We enjoyed being on the lake for a long weekend. Great location.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Joseph B.

Great Amenities for Long Weekend

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The property was the perfect place for my family for a long weekend in September. The property has a lot of frontage on Bass Lake and has a great location that is a short drive to Traverse City.

10/10 Excellent

Veronica O.

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

Family vacation

Beautiful home and surrounding area. The area got snow during our stay which only enhanced the ambience. Definitely recommend and would not hesitate to book again!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Janet A.

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

Great place to stay

We all had fun in the play room. Kitchen was stocked well. Beds were comfy. Plenty of room for a family vacation. One of the showers leaked so that should be addressed. Overall a great place.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

sheryl C.

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

Perfect Family Weekend

Our family weekend of 8 adults and 1 grandchild(4 yrs) fit very comfortably into the home. We enjoyed waking up to the sounds and view of the lake. The upper pool/entertainment room and kitchen were great for us all to gather. Great location for venturing out too.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

6/10 Okay

Kate M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house is pretty much as advertised. Nothing luxurious but everything you need for a house on a lake! It’s close enough to town but remote enough to “get away”. We did have some issues that were reported during our stay:The house wasn’t totally clean upon arrival. The kitchen floor had crumbs and sticky residue. There was trash under several beds and bathroom vanities. They did send a clean up crew to pick up the trash and clean the kitchen floor again. The washing machine left orange/rust colored stains on several pieces of clothing which we still can’t remove after traveling home and using multiple stain removers, etc,The ice dispenser didn’t work and you couldn’t manually get ice.The front door keypad didn’t light up/lock and started beeping constantly by the last day.We had to handwash almost every single dish we used as nothing was cleaned properly.There was visible dust/sand under pool table and other furniture.We had young kids and they enjoyed the paddle boat and the toys on the beach. Adult and child life jackets were also included (not infant).Plenty of space for 8 people!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

KATHY C.

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

S’More Week

Sunrise and sunset were beautiful from the large window in the living area. Having the kayak was a nice plus for us. The property management group were simply Awesome. I called with questions several time and they were always helpful and responsive.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Jennifer G.

Our Happy Place

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This home has everything our family is looking for and we look forward to staying again next year!
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10/10 Excellent

Patrick H., SOUTHFIELD

Big Pat's birthday up North

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Everything was nice and very clean will stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Anna W.

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

Absolutely Wonderful

We had such a fun time staying at Smores fun. Our group came up for a soccer tournament, the kids had a blast being able to play outside, had space inside to play, and enjoyed the ping pong/Foosball/pool tables. The house was clean and well set up for our stay. Close drive to town and restaurants. Would recommend and will also look into it next time we're in town. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
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10/10 Excellent

David B.

Smore-Fun Rental

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Overall very enjoyable, great location and nice property. We would definitely consider returning.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kevin P., Kalamazoo USA

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

Iceman MTB race

The property was perfectly set up for my 3 adult sons and their significant others/friends. The pool table in the upper level family room is perfect! The views of the lake were a huge bonus. Huge accommodating kitchen for all 10 of us for games and dining.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Tina C., Ionia, MI

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

Bass Lake

Property was nice. The only thing I would say is the stairs are not great, a few in our family slipped on the stairs. We were in town for a wedding so only had a short stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cory C.

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

Awesome

Had a blast for New Years. Only one hint that could have been better is if Michigan would have won the football game, but still 5 stars. Would definitely go back again. Go blue.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021
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8/10 Good

Leesa H.

The view was everything!

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This is a lovely home on Bass Lake. The view from the living room is wonderful. We didn't even turn the tv on during our stay. Sitting on the deck for morning coffee was calm and quiet. Lots of wildlife to watch. The bedrooms on the lower level had trouble connecting to wifi. But overall our stay was great!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Sylvia K.

Home on Bass Lake, Traverse City, MI

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Wonderful. The people at Up North Vacation rentals were great to work with. They called to make sure we got there safely, and were extremely helpful in handling questions.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020

6/10 Okay

Tim O.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy

Good, but....

The house was good, property was good, but somehow felt corporate with all the signage. We also had to check in later because of coursing staff
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020
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10/10 Excellent

Rick M.

fun family getaway!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We have stayed at Smore fun before and were excited to be coming back. You didn't let us down. The kids enjoyed the sand and playing in the water with the tubes and kayak. We all had a great relaxed vacation. Even the weather was great! we will recommend you to anyone who we know is headed to traverse City !

10/10 Excellent

Dennis B., Berea, Ohio USA

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

Nice place but……

we found a few things were broken before we arrived so we immediately sent word of the items in question but got no response.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

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