StepsToBeach HotTub Fireplace North Coast Gem

Traverse City, Michigan
$840 avg/night Minimum Stay 1 Nights
Bed 2

Bed

Bath 1

Bath

Home Chalet

Property Type

Sleep 4

Max Sleeps

Night 1 nights

Min Stay

Summary:

Feel the allure of this elegant 1940s North Coast Log Chalet. This fully remodeled chalet seamlessly blends vintage charm with modern amenities & trendy design. Cozy up by the stunning stone fireplace, relax in the hot tub under glimmering string lights & towering pines, or gather by a creek-side fire. Nestled on the rippling flow of Mitchell Creek, steps to the beach, nature in the city locale, a timeless log cabin aura. For those seeking an enchanting Northern escapade in the heart of it all.



The Space:

Located in the Center of the Northern Michigan Scene. Esch's Chalet, Newly Remodeled 1940s North Coast Log Chalet Sleeps 4. Perfect for a Laid-Back Group of Friends, Couples, Co-Workers, & Families Looking for an Authentic Northern Michigan Experience.



- Pet Friendly for Well Behaved Dogs. (See Easy Pet Policy Below & Must Add Pets to Reservation Count)

- Meticulously Prepared & Cleaned for Your Stay

- Incredible Central Location Steps from the Beach & Tart Trail (Paved to Downtown TC)

- Our Cottages Exclusively Offer a Nature in the City Experience Found Nowhere Else Right in TC

- Luxurious & Private 4-Person Hot Tub

- Cozy Original Stone Fireplace

- On-Demand Hot Water Heater Never Runs Out of Hot Water

- Free EV Charging

- Creek-Side Fire Pit

- Mitchell Creek Offers Diverse Fishing Depending on the Season

- State Land Trail Access Directly Out Back Door



- 2 Bedrooms w/ Queen Size Beds. Memory Foam Mattresses + Pillows

- 1 Full Bath



- Full Kitchen w/ Most Major Appliances + Stocked w/ Cookware, Glassware, Plates, & Utensils

- French Press or Drip Coffee Maker

- Coffee, Tea, & Sweetener Provided

- Charcoal Grill + Utensils for Grilling.



- All Clean Linens Will Be Prepared For You Including Bedding, Kitchen, Bath Towels, + Extra Blankets.

- Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Wash, & Q-Tips Provided



- Smart TV w/ Sling Cable + Roku for Personal Sign-In

- WIFI + Desk Area for Work or Pleasure

- Washer + Dryer



Have a larger group or want to get the whole family together, along with Esch’s Chalet we have two other adjacent cottages. Book two or all three to set up your own private retreat. Message for availability & more info.



Guest Access:

Entire Home, Personal Fire-Pit, Private Hot tub, Shared Driveway, & Shared Yard.



The Neighborhood:

Centrally Located in the Heart of Traverse City & All it has to Offer!



- Less Than 1 Block from the State Park Beach on Grand Traverse Bay & the Tart Trail (Paved to Downtown TC)



- Access Downtown within Minutes by Car or Bike.



- 5 Miles from the Heart of Old Mission Peninsula & it's World Famous Wineries.



- 1.7 Miles & 3 Minute Drive to the Cherry Capital Airport.



- 7.3 Miles to Flint Fields Horse Park & Renowned Great Lakes Equestrian Festival.



- 5 Miles from Vasa Pathway, a Local Favorite for Hiking, Biking, and Skiing.



- Less than 35 Minutes to One of the Nation's Most Stunning Shorelines, Sleeping Bear Dunes National Park!



Getting Around:

- Getting around by bike is easy, thanks to the Tart Trail system. Access less than a block away.



- The Bay Area Transportation system offers multiple bus stops throughout TC, Old Mission Peninsula, & surrounding areas, with the closest being less than a block away.



- Lyft and Uber are also available at your convenience.



- Wine Tour buses/private drivers also available for cottage pickup/drop off.



Other Things to Note:

- Pet owners, please be advised on our easy, straightforward pet policy. 2 pet max, clean up after them, & please keep them off the furniture/linens.

- A waiver must be signed in order to access the hot tub.

-The exterior property of this home is monitored by Ring Home Security.

- Esch's Chalet shares a driveway with our neighboring two-bedroom Oneida’s Chalet to the North. Both cottages have their own private areas, also separated by an 8ft. privacy fence between them. You will each have two private parking spots. On the South, it shares a small amount of yard along the creek with Leland's Cottage, both have their own private yards as well. Please be conscious & respectful of other guests & pets when outdoors.

- With the great central location by the beach, we are located on a main road. While we're separated by a tall 8ft. privacy fence & trees, at times there will be some traffic noise on the property, more during the busier summer months. Our property offers the only place in Traverse City that you will find nature in the city.



Interaction with Guests:

I’ll always be available via your booking app messenger and happy to help! In the case of an emergency, I’ll be available by phone. You may also see me from time to time taking care of the yard or cleaning other homes on the property.

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  • Feature Features
  • Map Map
  • School District Availability
  • Review Review

Feature Features

  • PETS

    2 Total Pets Pet Friendly
  • BEACH

    Near The Beach
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) Fire Extinguisher Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    2 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided Memory Foam Mattress
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 800 Sq Ft (74 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Coffee/tea Maker Cookware/dishes/utensils Dishwasher Microwave Oven Refrigerator Stovetop Toaster
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Electric Car Charging Station On Site Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    WiFi Available
  • OUTDOORS

    Balcony Charcoal Grill Firepit Garden Yard
  • POOL/SPA

    Hot Tub
  • BATHROOMS

    1 Bathroom Hair Dryer Shower Towels Provided
  • WORKSPACES

    Desk Office
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Bodyboard On Site Casino Nearby Cycling Nearby Fishing Nearby Golf Privileges Horse Riding Nearby Rock Climbing Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Games TV With Cable/satellite Service
  • LIVING SPACES

    Fireplace
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Travel Crib
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    On The River On The Waterfront
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 03:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 10:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 4

Map Map

School District Availability

Review Review

  • John K.

    Submitted Jan 19, 2026

    Stayed Jan 15, 2026

    Everything was exceptionally clean and the space was so warm and cozy. We wanted a secluded cabin in the woods which we got but also had the benefit of being close to downtown!

  • Ben S.

    Submitted Jan 15, 2026

    Stayed Jan 7, 2026

    Home was cozy and great communication with host

  • Jackie C.

    Submitted Jan 3, 2026

    Stayed Dec 28, 2025

    The cabin was immaculate, well-appointed, and as described. Check-in was easy and the communication from the host was excellent.

  • Amanda G.

    Submitted Jul 26, 2025

    Stayed Jul 22, 2025

    We loved this cabin! It was very clean and comfortable and well stocked. The kitchen had everything we needed and we also enjoyed using the charcoal grill. The beds were very comfortable and so was the living room. Our boys loved playing in the creek.

  • Nyssa L.

    Submitted May 16, 2025

    Stayed May 10, 2025

    Amazing location close to beach, downtown, state park and bike trail! Clear and helpful communication from the hosts - the guidebook and list of pet friendly recommendations nearby were great!

  • Eric B.

    Submitted May 15, 2025

    Stayed Apr 23, 2025

    We really enjoyed our time at this cabin. We plan on coming back in the future.

  • Courtney H.

    Submitted Mar 21, 2025

    Stayed Mar 18, 2025

    Beautiful and relaxing property, very great location close to downtown and beach access.

  • Karen G.

    Submitted Aug 23, 2024

    Stayed Jul 21, 2024

    The cottage itself was very nice, however the owners gave no indication the place was 200 feet away from one of the busiest 4 lane roads in Traverse City. The traffic noise was loud and constant. We had plans for a peaceful, quiet week, but that’s not what we got. We stayed inside a lot instead of enjoying the creek and the property because of the noise. I felt like we were tricked. They should have mentioned how close to the road and how loud it was. Paid a lot of money for a quiet vacation we did not get.

  • Nicole J.

    Submitted Aug 4, 2024

    Stayed Jul 28, 2024

    My family had a wonderful stay. The kids loved the creek and hammock and played by it for hours. Everything looked just like the listing. There was an issue with the hot tub and the owners were very communicative. We would stay here again!

  • Kara V.

    Submitted Jun 26, 2024

    Stayed Jun 16, 2024

    We loved the cabin and the setting. It was clean and all the finishes and details were perfect. The busy road in front of the cabin didn’t even bother us as the location was perfect. We would definitely stay here again! Thank you for a great week.

  • Noelle P.

    Submitted May 24, 2024

    Stayed May 20, 2024

    Cleanest rental home experience we’ve had. Kids loved the creek. Felt private even with the shared yard/creek space.

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Total

Includes taxes and fees
$840+
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