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Whispering Pines Cottage on Bass Lake

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Exterior
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Internet
  • Fireplace
  • Dryer

Explore the area

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Traverse City, MI
  • Place, Bass Lake
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Front Street
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Traverse City Beach
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Airport, Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom #1

1 King Bed

Bedroom #2

1 Single Bunk Bed

Bedroom #3

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Half Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen

About this property

Whispering Pines Cottage on Bass Lake

Whispering Pines Cottage on Bass Lake
Bedroom 1: King Bed (Main Floor) | Bedroom 2: Queen Bed (Upstairs) | Bedroom 3: Bunk Bed (Upstairs) | Bonus Room/Office: Futon

Enjoy direct lake access for swimming, fishing, and relaxing on the water then take a short drive into Traverse City, just 15 minutes away. Explore the area s renowned wineries, farm-to-table restaurants, charming downtown shops, and stunning Lake Michigan beaches. Whether you re here for cherry season, a wine tour, or a winter escape, Whispering Pines Cottage puts you close to it all while offering a quiet retreat at the end of the day.

The home offers comfortable sleeping arrangements across three bedrooms plus a bonus room with a futon. Enjoy serene mornings by the water and quiet evenings under the trees in this tranquil setting.

Add a Sauna to Your Stay!
Enhance your getaway with a private wood-fired barrel sauna and cold plunge delivered right to the property by Northern Heat Sauna Rentals—the perfect way to relax after a day outdoors.

GUEST ACCESS
Guests have access to the entire home and private lake frontage.

Water Access Notice:
Guests may enter and use the water at their own risk. There is currently no beach, and the lake bottom is mucky, so you may sink upon entering. A dock is planned for summer 2026. In the meantime, a nearby public boat launch is available.

If bringing a boat, advance notice is required. Please do not use neighboring docks.

THE NEIGHBORHOOD
Located in a small, quiet neighborhood at the end of a half-mile dirt road. To preserve the peaceful atmosphere, parties, large gatherings, events, and bachelor/bachelorette groups are not permitted.

OTHER THINGS TO NOTE
Strictly non-smoking property (indoors and outdoors)

Why Choose Elevated Homes Hospitality?

Complimentary with EVERY reservation:
*One bag of Panther coffee roasted in Traverse City
⋆ Free Gym Access @ Formative Fitness (please message for details)
⋆ 10% off each TC Brew Bus reservation
⋆ $5 off per Kayak, Bike Brew reservation
⋆ 10% off any rental at Paddle TC
⋆ $15 off any motorized rental at TC Watersports
*15% off any rental/package with Memories Traverse City

NEED PEACE OF MIND? CHECK OUT OUR DAMAGE WAIVER PROTECTION!
With every Elevated Homes Hospitality stay you will receive an affordable travel investment that pays for itself and helps provide our guest with a peace of mind. It provides five VERY important coverage guarantees to make you feel more confident when you book with us!

Cancellation Guarantee
30-day cancellation policy. Guests may cancel up to 30 days prior check-in to receive a full refund. (minus the damage waiver protection fee)

Inclement Weather
Some weather conditions can prevent or delay travel, no worries, our staff will work with you on canceling or moving your dates (depending on availability)

Damage Coverage
Covers you up to $250 dollars of unintentional accidents to the property (any damages that exceed the $250, intentional or unintentional (charged to the credit card on file)

24 On-Call Maintenance

Happy Stays App
Browse the hotspots such as restaurants and popular wineries, see property info, browse attractions, claim discounted offers included in your stay, and so much more in one convenient place

14 Day Refresh Provided
Elevated Homes Hospitality requires a 14 day refresh for any guest staying longer than 30 days with us. This wonderful service provides you with a fresh linen exchange, amenity restocking and a light clean to freshen up the home. Please note there will be an additional fee for this amenity.

We welcome you to come Stay Play Like a Local!

Other things to note:
Smoking is strictly prohibited (violations will result in incurring fees)
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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air conditioning
Fireplace

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 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

About the area

Traverse City

Traverse City is home to this apartment. Shoppers can check out Front Street, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Lake Michigan and Traverse City Beach. Great Wolf Lodge Water Park and Interlochen Center for the Arts are also worth visiting.
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Traverse City, MI

What's nearby

  • Bass Lake - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Great Wolf Lodge Water Park - 7 min drive - 9.0 km
  • Turtle Creek Stadium - 10 min drive - 12.2 km
  • Front Street - 11 min drive - 13.3 km
  • Traverse City Beach - 18 min drive - 19.5 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Whispering Pines Cottage on Bass Lake pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Whispering Pines Cottage on Bass Lake?

As of 18 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Whispering Pines Cottage on Bass Lake on 22 June 2026 start from AU$718, 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.

What time is check-in at Whispering Pines Cottage on Bass Lake?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Whispering Pines Cottage on Bass Lake?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Whispering Pines Cottage on Bass Lake located?

Situated in Traverse City, this apartment building is steps from Bass Lake and 2.6 mi (4.1 km) from The Crown Golf Club. Grand Traverse Mall and Hippie Tree 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

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Justin-Maya H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Whispering Pines Cottage has a gorgeous lake setting and everything you need for a magical memorable vacation. The home is well kept. Our host Katy was most helpful. We truly enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Sept 2025
Thank you so much! We’re thrilled you enjoyed the lake setting and had a memorable stay at Whispering Pines Cottage. We’d love to welcome you back anytime.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A great location, lake front on a quiet wooded street. Met all our expectations. Close to Downtown Traverse City, airport, the lake and vineyards
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alfred S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

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