You can't beat this location. It is lakefront at its best. It is also near anything your hearts desire. If you like to fish, swim, shop, hike, go to festivals, wineries or just hang, this is the perfect spot. This wonderful cottage is located on the southwest side of beautiful South Lake Leelanau. This is an all-sports lake with great fishing, water sports, and sightseeing. You can explore more than 20 miles of shoreline, visit North Lake Leelanau, or dock your boat in the quaint town of Leland and shop in 'Fishtown'.
The cottage is located on a small access road which is about three miles north of the town of Cedar. It is a two-story house with three bedrooms and two bathrooms. The bedrooms are all upstairs, and one full bath upstairs, and one full bath downstairs. The lake area in front of the cottage is beautiful, with about a two-mile expanse across the lake.
The cottage is directly on the lake (there is no road between the cottage and the lake) and the water is about 80 feet from the cottage. Large trees at the water's edge provide cool shade on summer days. The lake bottom is sandy, with a very gradual drop off (about three-feet deep at 100 feet from shore). The shoreline is grass up to water's edge. Enjoy wonderful sun and moon-rises from your wrap-around porch. Truly a functional and lovely get-away. Hard-pan sandy lake bottom, great for youngsters to swim and play. No thru-traffic on this private shared road. Open floor plan on main level with durable flooring, spacious entry/laundry room. Charming cottage style decor. Boating on this 20-mile lake seems endless. Spend the entire day on the lake topped off with a great dining experience in Cedar, Lake Leelanau, or Leland by-boat. So much more to experience on this, the greatest all-sports inland lake in the area. The charming village of Cedar is less than a 5 minute drive and only 20-minutes to downtown TC.
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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
Cedar
Located in Cedar, this cottage is on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore and Traverse City Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Jacob's Corn Maze and Great Lakes Children's Museum. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and waterskiing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and mountain biking.
Village at Grand Traverse Commons - 23 min drive - 31.9 km
Front Street - 23 min drive - 32.2 km
Great Wolf Lodge Water Park - 25 min drive - 34.7 km
Traverse City Beach - 30 min drive - 39.9 km
Getting around
Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 39 min drive
Restaurants
Hayloft Inn - 15 min drive
Farm Club - 21 min drive
Pegtown Station - 9 min drive
Cedar Sol Taco Stand - 6 min drive
Cedar River Coffee Company - 5 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Great Cottage & Location pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Great Cottage & Location?
As of 22 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Great Cottage & Location on 26 Oct 2026 start from AU$2,021, 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 Great Cottage & Location?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Great Cottage & Location?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Great Cottage & Location?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Great Cottage & Location located?
Nestled on the beach, this Cedar cottage is within 3 mi (5 km) of Lake Leelanau, Bel Lago Winery and Holy Rosary Catholic Church. Manitou Passage Golf Club and Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore are also within 12 miles (20 km).
About the host
Hosted by Heather Wares
My husband grew up in this area and I have been here more than 20 years. We just purchased this cottage spring 2015. We look forward to sharing it with our guests. We have two children (14 & 16 yrs old). We love to water ski, tube, and swim in the water. This is a perfect spot. We bought this property because we LOVE the location.
Why they chose this property
We love that this cottage is an open floor plan with a huge stone fireplace, 2 full bathrooms and 3 bedrooms. There is lots of charm and character. We also love the outdoor spaces. The two outdoor balconies and the wrap around porch with the lake view are hard to beat. We also put in a fire pit for s'mores. Very important;-)
What makes this property unique
The best feature is location, the flat lot, and the waterfront. We like that it is 20 mins from Traverse City, and 4 minutes to the village of Cedar. It is also minutes from Lake Michigan, Suttons Bay, Leland, and Glen Arbor. There are several wineries within a 20 mile radius.