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Historic home near Leland. Huge porch, fire pit. Pet ok.

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Exterior
Outdoor dining
Games room
Living area
Living area

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
6 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 13

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washer/dryer
  • Barbecue
  • Deck or patio

Explore the area

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Leland, MI
  • Place, Lake Leelanau
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Historic Fishtown
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Van's Beach
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪43 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 13)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 6

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Historic home near Leland. Huge porch, fire pit. Pet ok.

Discover the charm and character of this beautiful six-bedroom, three-bathroom retreat located on the shores of North Lake Leelanau in the heart of Leland, Michigan. The Old Swiss Inn comfortably sleeps up to 13 guests and is pet friendly. We offer the perfect blend of vintage charm and modern convenience-ideal for families.

Inside, you will find a spacious layout with multiple gathering areas, cable, smart TVs, Wi-Fi, and a game room complete with a pool table and second refrigerator.

Enjoy your mornings on the large front porch, where you can sip coffee and watch the sunrise over the lake - or wind down in the evening with a glass of wine as the day fades.

Lake access is just a short walk away, perfect for swimming, kayaking or fishing. The expansive yard features a fire pit, grill and lawn games. A wagon, beach chairs and cooler are provided to make your lake days even easier.

For recreation and adventure, explore the nearby Lake Michigan and Lake Leelanau beaches, pickleball courts, paved biking routes or take a day trip to the breathtaking Sleeping Bear Sand Dunes, in scenic Glen Arbor. Stroll through Fishtown, Leland's historic waterfront district filled with unique shops, galleries and fresh local eats.

Close to wineries, golf courses and casinos, The old Swiss Inn is perfectly situated for fun and relaxation in every season.

Experience the timeless beauty and welcoming spirit of The Historic Old Swiss Inn - your home away from home in one of Michigan's most beloved lake destinations.

Two dogs are allowed with a fee.

-- THE PROPERTY --

Sleeps 14.

Bedroom 1: queen bed || Bedroom 2: full bed, twin bed || Bedroom 3: queen bed || Bedroom 4: full bed, twin bed || Bedroom 5: full bed || Bedroom 6: two twins

OUTDOORS: fire pit, gas grill, outdoor games, covered porch, deck, Lake Leelanau access .3 miles from the house, outdoor dining table and chairs

INDOORS: WIFI, smart TVs, cable, board games, pool table

KITCHEN: fully equipped, cooking basics, dishware & flatware, microwave, crock pot, electric griddle, toaster, drip coffee maker, Keurig coffee maker, dishwasher, trash bags, paper towels

GENERAL: washer & dryer, iron & ironing board, towels & linens, toilet paper, bar soap, ceiling fans in all rooms, box fans, no A/C

MISC: living space on two levels, lake access across the road is not available to guests

PARKING: space for 4 vehicles

-- POLICIES --

- Two dogs 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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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

Property # 9775852
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

Leland

Located in Leland, this holiday home is in a rural area. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including winery tours.
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Leland, MI

What's nearby

  • Lake Leelanau - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Historic Fishtown - 1 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Van's Beach - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore - 5 min drive - 9.0 km
  • Traverse City Beach - 40 min drive - 57.7 km

Getting around

  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Leelanau Pie & Pastry - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪VI Grill - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Roman Wheel Pizza & Subs - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Streetside Grille - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Fiddleheads - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Historic home near Leland. Huge porch, fire pit. Pet ok. pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Historic home near Leland. Huge porch, fire pit. Pet ok.?

As of 13 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Historic home near Leland. Huge porch, fire pit. Pet ok. on 20 May 2026 start from AU$388, 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 Historic home near Leland. Huge porch, fire pit. Pet ok.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Historic home near Leland. Huge porch, fire pit. Pet ok.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historic home near Leland. Huge porch, fire pit. Pet ok.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Historic home near Leland. Huge porch, fire pit. Pet ok. located?

This family-friendly Leland holiday home is located in a rural location, within 1 mi (2 km) of Lake Leelanau and Lake Michigan. Van's Beach and Historic Fishtown are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 13 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 13 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 13 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 13 reviews

7.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

9.2/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

8.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matt W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house is very large and in a great location just outside of Leland, MI. It was just as advertised.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Aug 2025
We appreciate your 5-Star review of this home.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrea P.

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

The biggest lake house you'll find!

Having a spacious home for my family getaway was exactly what we got. The home is well loved and the history there is evident. The kids loved being able to visit each room and the sunrises on the porch was exactly what the grown ups needed. Could not have asked for a better place!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Bill M.

Swiss Inn

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. 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: Excellent location < than a mile from Leland, swimming, beaches retail.Ideal for large groups.
Response from VrboOwner on 18 June 2025
So glad you enjoyed this large home and excellent location ! Thank you for sharing your experience.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Gordon O.

Swiss Inn Leland

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: Very nice. Could use a door or curtain in downstair bedroom.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Oct 2023
Glad you enjoyed. We appreciate your comments.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Swiss Inn

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: We had a wonderful time....this place was very unique... we were a little surprised at how many spider webs there were....seems like those should have been cleaned up before we got there
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Oct 2024
We are pleased to know that you had a wonderful time. We apologize, we have a housekeeper going out today.
Verified

8/10 Good

Kathleen S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice place in a great location

The only complaints were the inability to lock doors (porch and kitchen entries to house) and the inability to use the pool table due to heavy mildew . wet smell
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Very Good Stay

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. 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: My family stayed for a two night trip on a weekend. What a great location! It’s a quick drive into downtown. The inn was clean. The space was so nice! We loved the ample seating, in the house, outside, on the front porch. That front porch made for a great hang out spot! We loved that they had cornhole and a pool table. The table isn’t in great condition but it plays well and we spent a lot of time playing. Because it’s an old place, some of the outlets in bedrooms didn’t charge our devices at night, and the door to the front of the house couldn’t be locked. But those were our only complaints and honestly, it wasn’t bad at all. We had a lovely time!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elle S.

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

Great spot for a family vacation

First off, what a cool property with a ton of history. The front porch is a perfect place to chill out with a drink in hand. The property was clean and had exactly what was listed available. The grill was very dirty from previous guests but we made it work (and cleaned it before leaving). Bring your own bbq tools though! We couldn’t figure out how to get the AC to work but there are windows galore and so many fans around the house. We loved the location. Just a few minute drive into town. We had 7 adults and 2 kids, and we had a few extra beds to spare. Lots of space for hanging out, inside and out. The pool table has seen better days but it works, and we spent a lot of time playing that and cornhole (which they also have at the house). Two fridges so you have plenty of room for drinks and food. If we visit the area again, we’d definitely try to book here.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Aug 2025
Thank you for taking time to reviewing this property. We apologize for the grill and lack of utensils. We would have brought some to you. We are glad that you found the lake breeze, fans and windows good for cooling the home. The listing does indicate no A/C.
Verified

8/10 Good

Ashley B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Historic Property

Local family needed a place to stay while work was being done on their house. The Swiss Inn had a enough bedrooms for separate sleeping spaces at a tolerable price point so we tried it for a week. We were going about our daily lives, not in vacation mode. The bedrooms were generous and there was enough space for my large family to spread out. The kids enjoyed the pool table despite it's condition. The old photographs of the house are neat. Some cons - doing laundry was a challenge due to the configuration of the washer and dryer. There also seems to be a back up in the laundry room sink - I had to bail it out a few times over the week as it filled up when the washer was in use and then wouldn't drain. The water softener didn't recycle until midway through our stay, so the water was very hard (undrinkable) and made dishwashing difficult. There were mouse droppings on the downstairs bed upon our arrival and we saw a mouse scurry back and forth under the sitting furniture near the stairs several times on our final night. The screen on the sliding door fell off - that and several of the interior doors were barely functional. On our departure date the cleaning woman arrived prior to check out time and sat in her vehicle while we loaded up. Overall, while the house is unique and old, it is in need of some maintenance. I realize this is tricky when trying to maintain the character. If you're looking for lots of space at a reasonable price point it fits the bill.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Alan G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Doors that didn't lock, worn facility

First, on a positive note, the property accommodated all of us. However, no door on the first floor bedroom. Kitchen access door did not lock. The front door had a note on it to not turn the lock. On our first night we were greeted by a bat that entertaining but somewhat unsettling. There was no note to enable the wi-fi connection to the internet. My son found a way then we found the pw in a coffee cup in the cupboard. The pool table was an attractive feature but patched with duck tape and the cue sticks were almost unusable. Important because son, nephew, great nephew wanted to play me and beat me. Traveled to a local pub/bowling alley to have the matches. Of course they lost. Didn't know the docks opposite the facility were part of an association. The annual fee is $75. Wasn't paid. We were not supposed to utilize. Son had worked with one of the neighbors in NYC. Worked out. Overall, the facility is not well maintained. Otherwise we would rent again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brenda F.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Dream property

This house & property was absolutely amazing! The front porch & lake view across the street was our favorite aspect of this property. The house had enough bedrooms to accommodate our ever growing family & it felt like it took us back in time. I tried researching about it & the original family but came up short. The character of the house & layout were amazing. It didn’t get dark until after 10pm which was crazy especially when trying to convince 3 little girls it was bedtime! You definitely need to bring fans as there is no air conditioning as stated in the description, & there were only two fans provided. There are way more ammenities provided than what it states. More towels than it says they provide. The kitchen is super stocked! We only have a few complaints. 1 was the front door was very hard to lock & unlock. 2nd while the top surfaces were clean, the house needs a deep deep good cleaning. Under tables & chairs & along the baseboards was extremely dirty. If we had something of the kids roll under anything we didn’t even want to reach under to retrieve it. Last I have never had to wash dry & fold provided towels or strip beds anywhere I have ever stayed. I looked but did not see that in the checkout description on the site. We only saw that on the paper on the refrigerator. It states those things are not part of the cleaning crews job. It certainly should be. All that being said, we would definitely stay here again! Great location and so much to do!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Aug 2023
We are pleased to hear that you enjoyed this home. We apologize for the missteps regarding the cleaning. We have addressed this with the housekeeper. The home was formerly under other management, and check-out instructions were not removed. We apologize for this. We always encourage our guests to call with any questions.
Verified

6/10 Okay

tara a.

Liked: Check-in, location
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pacific S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

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