Two Side By Side Luxury Lakeside Homes With Dock, Sandy Beach, Hot Tubs, SUP

Popular amenities

Hot tub

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Check out the area

Traverse City, MI

Arbutus Lake1 min walk
Spider Lake7 min drive
Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)15 min drive
Traverse City Beach17 min drive

Rooms & beds

8 bedrooms (sleeps 24)

Cabin Bunkhouse, bedroom #3

1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Cottage (Green House) Main Floor Bedroom #2

1 Queen Bed

Cottage (Green House) Main Floor Bedroom #3

1 Queen Bed

Cottage (Green House) Master Bedroom #1

1 King Bed

Cottage (Green House) Upstairs Bedroom #4

1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Cottage (Green House) Upstairs Loft

3 Single Beds

Lodge (Red House) Main Floor Bedroom #2

1 Queen Bed

Lodge (Red House) Main Floor Bedroom #3

1 Queen Bed

Lodge (Red House) Master Bedroom #1

1 King Bed

Lodge (Red House) Upstairs Bedroom #4

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Lodge (Red House)Upstairs Loft

3 Single Beds

5 bathrooms

Cottage Basement Bathroom #3

Toilet · Shower only · Outdoor shower

Cottage Main Floor Bath #2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Cottage Master Bathroom #1

Toilet · Shower only

Lodge Basement Bathroom #3

Toilet · Shower only

Lodge Main Floor Bath #2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Lodge Master Bathroom #1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Outdoor shower

Kitchen

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Lakemore Retreat is comprised of two rental properties: 'Lakemore Lodge '(red house) and 'Lakemore Cottage' (green house). The Retreat is a wonderful option for large family reunions, intimate weddings (50 guests or less), corporate retreats, respectful bachelor and bachelorette parties and family vacations. Each home can be rented individually from their own sites, but many families rent both togeether for the same time period, altogether sleeping up to 24 people comfortably. The calendar on this listing is updated to reflect weeks that have both homes rented. For individual availability and guest reviews, please visit each home's individual sites: Lakemore Lodge (VRBO Listing #655085) Lakemore Cottage (VRBO Listing #653686). The Cottage and Lodge are luxury homes built in 2015 that each sleep 12, up to 14 with available cots. They are side by side and offer exactly the same amenities and floor plan, just with very different interior design.

Want more space? Check out our newest sister property across the lake, Lakemore Resort, with 7 additional homes We offer many different variations of rental properties to fit any of our guest's requests. If you have any questions search your browser for LakemoreTC and find the General Manager contact information there.

Come enjoy the many benefits of this all sports inland lake where the 395 acres are swimmable from May until October, the fishing is plentiful and the conditions are perfect for many water sports including kayaking, stand up paddle-boarding, water skiing, and tubing, all while being minutes away from Traverse City’s restaurants, shops, wineries, golf and more.

Lakemore Retreat is directly adjacent to The Brown Bridge Quiet Area which offers miles of hiking trails. Like to snowmobile? Leave right from the property and access Boardman Valley Trail System's 81 miles of trails! Boardman River is also within 3 miles, a great place to do river tubing, kayaking, canoeing, and fishing. We are only 7 mi. from Vasa Single Track, a great Mountain Bike trail system. In addition, the Vasa is home to 25 km of groomed cross country trails. Mount Holiday is only 15 minutes away, a local downhill ski hill. Crystal Mountain Ski Resort is only 45 miles away.

This setting is perfect for relaxing lakefront vacationing away from the hustle of town, but be sure to leave time for a short 15-minute drive to the city. Traverse City is well known for its lakefront, with countless shops and restaurants. The greater Traverse City Area is nationally recognized for Old Mission Peninsula and the Leelanau Peninsula's many wineries, as well as the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore.

Amenities:
New Construction, completion early spring 2015

Wifi, Cable TV

Central Air

4 Bedrooms, sleeps 12

3 baths, plus bedroom sink vanities

Fully equipped kitchen

Walkout basement rec room & wet bar

Basement fridge, dishwasher & outdoor dishes

Laundry Room

Outdoor BBQ, fire pit and eating area

Outdoor Shower and Lake Locker room

Outdoor Hot Tub

Dock, Canoe, SUP Boards and other lake accessories included

Boats available for rent

Toilet Paper, Paper Towel, Laundry Soaps, Dish Soaps included

All linen provided, including Bath towels and Beach Towels

Property manager

Tricia Adams

Premier Host

Amenities

Hot tub

Air conditioning

Side By Side Black (left) and Teal (right)

Hot tub

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Toys/games

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

Events allowed

Prior approval required for events

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Smoking Allowed Outside Only,

Care for our homes as if they were yours, extra charges will be applied for damage and extra cleaning that may be needed from neglectful behavior.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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

Parties and events are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 50

Note from host: Prior approval required for events

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Traverse City

Located in Traverse City, this resort is in a rural area and on the beach. The Dennos Museum Center and Old Town Playhouse are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Centre Ice Arena and Elmbrook Golf Course. Travelling with kids? Consider Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf, or check out an event or a game at Turtle Creek Stadium. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and waterskiing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and mountain biking.

Traverse City, MI

What's nearby

Arbutus Lake - 1 min walk
Spider Lake - 7 min drive
Traverse City State Park - 17 min drive
Traverse City Beach - 17 min drive
Front Street - 18 min drive

Getting around

Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

Peegeo's - 13 min drive
Village Ice Cream Shoppe - 11 min drive
Taqueria TC Latino Dos - 11 min drive
K I Bar And Grill - 10 min drive
A. Papano's Pizza - 10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Two Side By Side Luxury Lakeside Homes With Dock, Sandy Beach, Hot Tubs, SUP pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Two Side By Side Luxury Lakeside Homes With Dock, Sandy Beach, Hot Tubs, SUP?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Two Side By Side Luxury Lakeside Homes With Dock, Sandy Beach, Hot Tubs, SUP?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Two Side By Side Luxury Lakeside Homes With Dock, Sandy Beach, Hot Tubs, SUP located?

Nestled on the beach, this Traverse City resort is just steps away from Arbutus Lake and Forest Lakes. Spider Lake is 2.5 mi (4 km) away.

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Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

James H.

7 Sept 2023

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

Wonderful venue for a large family vacation

We spent a wonderful week with our kids and grandkids (28 in total). Houses were excellent: modern, well-maintained, plenty of room for everyone. Thomas did a great job with the daily maintenance of the hot tubs and fueling the pontoon boat, as well as any thing else we asked. Close to Traverse City and all its offerings. Highly recommend Lakemore Retreat!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lauren J.

4 June 2023

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

Beautiful Family Retreat

The three houses were a perfect location to bring family together from around the country. The lake was crystal clear with plenty of water activities for everyone! Tricia and her team were very responsive to any questions we had. I would highly recommend any of the three houses at lake more retreat!

Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bob R.

22 July 2021

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

Fantastic Vacation

We had a large family reunion and rented all three houses. The location was fantastic and the houses were very clean and comfortable. Tricia was very responsive to questions and any problems we had. She also offered great suggestions on where to go and see. Hope to come back in a couple of years.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sarah D., Northville, MI

22 July 2021

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

Best Family Vacation

My entire family ranging from 4 months old to 65 years old vacationed at Lakemore Retreat. We had the pleasure of renting the entire Retreat which included The Cabin, Cottage and Lodge so we enjoyed the gorgeous view of Arbutus Lake from all angles and all 3 homes were very well kept, and supplied with anything you would ever need to vacation with; from S’more sticks and lighters to all kitchen supplies, bathroom soaps/shampoos to linens and beach towels. The Retreat is placed wonderfully on the lake to where you get to see the sunset every night and it also gives the beach extra warmth after dinner for the kids to take a little swim with the sun shining on you. When you read “luxury” in the listing, they truly mean it. We can not express how wonderful all of the accommodations were. Having small children on this vacation was not a hiccup at all because they went above and beyond providing pack-n-plays all set up and ready the moment you walked in the door, high chairs and they even had baby toys. Tricia and her staff were super helpful, kind and welcoming. Any questions my family had they were quick to respond. Staff members would come in the morning to make sure the grounds were as gorgeous as the day we arrived and were quick, quiet and super friendly. We honestly were halfway into our vacation and ready to book again! If you are looking for a wonderful place that is just steps away from the beachfront to the lake, this is the place to be. Fun and safe for all ages.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ashley C.

7 June 2021

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

The perfect Wedding weekend

I have nothing but positive things to say about Lakemore Retreat and Tricia. Beautiful properties with thoughtful details and amenities. Highly recommend.

Stayed 5 nights in May 2021

About the host

Hosted by Tricia Adams

We are Dean and Tricia Adams, both Northern Michigan natives. Dean is owner of Bay Area Contracting, a highly regarded custom home builder/ general contractor in the Traverse City area. Tricia is a Neonatal ICU nurse. We both love to travel, which means we know what people want in a vacation property. Also, we live on the lake, with our three young kids, which means we built these homes with all the amenities and conveniences desired by anyone living or vacationing on a lake with their family.

Tricia Adams purchased this House in 2014

Why they chose this property

Arbutus Lake is a special place, we know this because we live here. It's a 400 acre all sports lake with a public boat launch. Arbutus is great for high speed boating, yet it still offers the quiet serenity of a small lake. Even the busiest days on Arbutus don't compare to the craziness of a regular summer day on the more populated inland lakes of the Traverse City area.

What makes this property unique

This property was appealing for us to invest in because of our ability to build two homes side by side and because of they offer direct lake access. Many lots on Arbutus Lake are up high and require stairs and long winding pathways to reach the lake. Lakemore Retreat is at lake level and the walk to the sandy beach is as easy as it gets.