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Adorable Silver Lake Cottage in Traverse City!

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A room with large windows overlooking a lake, a ceiling fan, and a chair with a cushion.
A deck with a table and chairs overlooking a body of water, surrounded by trees with autumn leaves.
A house with a wooden deck leading to a front door, surrounded by a gravel path and small rocks.
A small, single-story cabin with a sloped roof, a front door, and a small porch area.
A modern kitchen with granite countertops, a stainless steel dishwasher, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Adorable Silver Lake Cottage in Traverse City!

This charming and updated cottage on Silver Lake is the perfect vacation destination! Silver Lake is a 600 acre all sports spring fed lake that offers boating, kayaking, paddle boarding, fishing, skiing, swimming--you can do it all! Located just 7 miles to downtown Traverse City, it's a quick drive in for shopping, dining, and sightseeing. Or you can stay right where you are and relax by the water with your *private dock, grill, fire pit, and sandy frontage. Our cottage is always kept pet free, keeping the house and yard extra clean for our guests!

Our cottage sleeps 6 with 2 queen bedrooms and a queen sleeper sofa in the sun room. There is a fully stocked kitchen, full bathroom, washer/dryer, dining area to seat 6, and sunroom with yet another amazing view out over the water. We provide linens, kitchen necessities, etc.

Grab the family and enjoy an amazing getaway at an amazing spot! If you have a larger group--we work with the cottage directly next door & property kiddy corner across the private drive so you can double the memories!
VRBO ID number 9431663 & VRBO ID number 2124900

*Due to a short warm weather season, dock, kayaks & waterfront are guaranteed open and available from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend. It's possible they will be available before &/or after these dates, but not guaranteed.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
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

Property # 7295294
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
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

Traverse City is home to this cottage. The area's natural beauty can be seen at 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 drive - 1.5 km
  • Turtle Creek Stadium - 7 min drive - 8.7 km
  • Great Wolf Lodge Water Park - 10 min drive - 11.2 km
  • Front Street - 13 min drive - 15.5 km
  • Traverse City Beach - 19 min drive - 21.6 km

Getting around

  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Adorable Silver Lake Cottage in Traverse City! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Adorable Silver Lake Cottage in Traverse City!?

As of 25 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Adorable Silver Lake Cottage in Traverse City! on 4 Nov 2026 start from AU$4,045, 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 Adorable Silver Lake Cottage in Traverse City!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Adorable Silver Lake Cottage in Traverse City!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Adorable Silver Lake Cottage in Traverse City!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Adorable Silver Lake Cottage in Traverse City! located?

Situated in Traverse City, this cottage is 1.6 mi (2.5 km) from Bass Lake and 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from The Crown Golf Club. Turtle Creek Stadium and Duck Lake - Lake Wahbekaness are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 58 out of 65 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 65 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 65 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 65 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 65 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

7.4/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent small cottage on the lake close to town.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A nice cottage getaway for couples. Katie is a great host and everything worked out perfect for our stay!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our third year staying here and we continue to love it!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage was just fine for four adults. It’s right on the water. Very peaceful
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful lake. Shallow portion off pier for younger children. Fishing for all. Lovely views from house. Second year renting. Plan to rent again
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is the perfect cottage for spending the week on Silver Lake. The cottage was exactly as we expected from the photos - no frills and thrills, just lake living. It was amazing to be waterfront and have the dock. You can spend the day fishing, kayaking, etc without leaving the property. The water at Silver Lake is gorgeous. The location was very convenient to get to downtown Traverse City. It was about 30 minutes to many locations on the peninsulas and was a very simple drive.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful spot, Great view!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful cabin right on the lake with a dock right on the beach. Overall the house was an excellent option for us.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our host Katie was very accommodating with our requests and prompt with response. The property was everything as advertised. Overall we had a great stay and would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We absolutely loved our stay! The house had such a warm, cozy feel that made it easy to relax and feel right at home. Everything was clean, comfortable, and thoughtfully set up for guests. The neighborhood was quiet and friendly, and we felt completely safe the entire time. It’s in a great location—close to everything we needed, yet peaceful enough to unwind after a busy day. We couldn’t have asked for a better place to stay and would definitely come back again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fall vacation

Great property and excellent host!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family friendly. Beautiful lake perfect for swimming and fishing. Well equipped home. Plan to return
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The cottage is immaculate with a wonderful view. It has everything you need for an enjoyable stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cozy getaway

Quiet, clean, beautiful views.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay, floor was a little dirty baby that was crawling around ended up filthy from the floor. Found a hat behind a couch from a prior guest, other than that great place to stay just as described.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cottage with a view!

We loved our stay and hope to return next year! 5 stars all around.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Anniversary

We enjoyed our stay. Katie was great to work with.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Getaway with a friend

What a lovely stay at this two bedroom cottage on Silver Lake. A perfect and much needed getaway with a friend. The view was amazing and we enjoyed what the area had to offer. I would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing!

Wonderful time. Great place!! It was so relaxing! Jessica was amazing and looked after everything we needed! Would love to go back again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cute cottage with a view.

We enjoyed the larger kitchen since we had a graduation open house to cater to. Bedrooms are small with little luggage room, but tolerable. Only complaint would be the small bathroom and even smaller shower. A larger person would not be able to use the shower. No extra towels.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Relaxation at Silver Lake

Loved this cottage - is small but efficient and has an amazing sun room and great deck overlooking the lake. Katie was really communicative about property and rental and the check-in/out process was very smooth. The kitchen is lacking enough tools to really cook beyond the very basics, but there is a fantastic gas grill that was ready to go! The washer and dryer in the house were a real bonus - and came in really handy. We really enjoyed our stay - this property also benefits from great location - just outside of Traverse City, so it is relatively quiet, but very quick drive to be downtown for dining out and other entertainments! The only thing really lacking was a first aid kit - many properties have one and we realized too late that there wasn't one here (finger cut while cleaning fish). Fantastic place though!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

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

Infestation everywhere

We stayed at this property from June 16–20 and unfortunately, it did not meet our expectations. The booking process was straightforward, but issues began immediately upon arrival. The outdoor area was overrun with ants and ant hills — from the driveway to the backyard and lake path — making it difficult to enjoy the exterior amenities, including the fire pit and patio.Inside, we noticed many dead bugs on ceilings, walls, curtains, and lamps, which made us question the cleaning quality despite paying a cleaning fee. The bedrooms were extremely small with no space for luggage or storage. The living room couch was undersized and uncomfortable for a main gathering space. The pull-out bed for extra guests was located in a back patio room that was difficult to sleep in due to frequent insect activity and a lack of bug protection.The patio also had glass panels that didn’t seem designed for outdoor safety, which concerned us. The bathroom layout was awkward, with a very low toilet and a shower so small it was hard to use comfortably.After buying and using outdoor bug spray to make the space more usable, we were charged a fee post-checkout. We also experienced an issue with the lockbox during checkout, informed the host, and still received a late checkout fee.While we appreciate the location and listing photos, the actual experience was not what we hoped for. We recommend future guests ask detailed questions before booking.
Dead squashed bugs from others before us, cleaning fee?
Bugs in third living quarters.
Bugs on beds
Glass panels
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful time! The view was outstanding and the cottage was perfect! Everything was as it was described and we had a great time. Only thing I would bring next time is a raft to float on next to the dock. Communication with the host was great and we would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fall vacation

The home was perfect for our fall vacation. Everything we needed was provided. I would not hesitate to stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Romantic getaway

We had a great time at this cottage! The host was very accommodating of our requests, and we enjoyed the beautiful views of the sunrises and the lake.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

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