Historic Top-Floor Condo in Downtown Traverse City – Walk to Beaches & Dining

Traverse City, Michigan
$527 avg/night Minimum Stay 2 Nights
Bed 3

Bed

Bath 2

Bath

Home Condo

Property Type

Sleep 6

Max Sleeps

Night 2 nights

Min Stay

This charming 2-bed, 2-bath condo, with an additional sleeping loft, is nestled within a revitalized historic building dating back to 1885. The space showcases a striking 3-story spiral staircase, exposed brick walls & breathtaking views. Just 1 mile from downtown & the beach, it offers easy access to the vibrant area. Nestled on a 480-acre estate, you'll find miles of scenic trails at your doorstep. Additionally, an elevator ride away, you'll discover coffee shops, boutiques, and restaurants.

THE SPACE:
We have one master bedroom with a comfortable king-sized bed, a TV and an en-suite master bathroom. The second bedroom located on the main floor includes two twin beds, with additional space for a pack-n-play. The upstairs loft bedroom is open to the downstairs common area and features another comfortable king-sized bed.

During your stay, explore the charming village, located a mere mile from the bay and downtown. The garden level boasts a variety of on-site amenities, including restaurants and shops that cater to both fine dining and quick bites.

Within the Grand Traverse Commons building or its scenic grounds, you'll find:

- PepeNero
- Spanglish
- Pleasanton Bakery
- Higher Grounds
- Red Spire
- Earth & Ales
- S2S (Salt to Sugar)
- Left Foot Charlie
- Trattoria Stella
- Cuppa Joe
- Seasonal Farmers Market
- Unique boutique shops

Consider enhancing your stay with a guided tour of The Village:

- Guided Historic Walking Tour
- Asylum Twilight Tour
- *NEW* Golf Cart Tour
- Taste of the Village Guided Tour
- Semi-Guided Tripod Photography Tour (for all you shutterbugs!)

For your convenience, the condo features an in-unit washer and dryer; common space laundry facilities are also available.

LISTING ACCESS:
Guests have full access to the condo. There are two shared balconies on the 3rd floor.

Convenience and security are paramount, with smart locks granting easy access to the condo. We remain readily available to you throughout your stay via VRBO messaging, with an average response rate of under 1 hour. Our phone number is also provided to you during check-in for any urgent requests or emergencies.

NEIGHBORHOOD:
This historical location has been reimagined into a vibrant community of locally-owned shops, eateries, and condos. The condos are all on private access floors above the shops. Nearby, you will also find multiple hiking and biking trails that can lead you to natural springs and rivers, the renowned hippie tree of Traverse City, and breathtaking scenic views.

NOTES:
**NO pets allowed unless proper service pet documentation has been provided and approved BEFORE check-in. If you have an unauthorized pet, you will be asked to leave immediately and will not be refunded for your stay. This is an association rule.**

We extend a warm welcome to ALL guests and proudly embrace LGBTQIA+ inclusivity. Your comfort and enjoyment are our top priorities!
There will be other renters and permanent residents that neighbor this condo, so please be respectful. Quiet hours are between 10 pm-8 am.

This unique condo sprawls across 3 levels via an awesome 3-story spiral staircase. If you have trouble with stairs or health conditions that make stairs difficult, you may want to book another place.

No smoking, parties, or pets.

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Feature Features

  • SKI

    Snowboarding And Cross-country Skiing Nearby
  • PETS

    No Pets Allowed
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

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

    3 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Locally-owned & Organized Tours & Activities Recycling Unit Size: 1482 Sq Ft (137 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

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

    Laundry Facilities Near Laundromat Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Car Recommended Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi, With Speed Of 250+ Mbps (good For 3–5 People Or Up To 10 Devices)
  • OUTDOORS

    Balcony Garden
  • BATHROOMS

    2 Bathrooms Hair Dryer Shampoo Soap Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • WORKSPACES

    Desk
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Birdwatching Nearby Cycling Nearby Fitness Facilities Nearby Golf Nearby Hunting Nearby Ice Skating Nearby Jet Skiing Nearby Rock Climbing Nearby Wildlife And Game Walks Nearby Winery Tours Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Books Games Smart TV
  • LIVING SPACES

    Living Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Children's Books Children's Dinnerware Children's Toys Highchair Travel Crib
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    In A Village In The City Center Near A Health Or Beauty Spa Near A Hospital Near The Bay
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board Local Meal Delivery Service
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    15 Stairs To Reach Property Handrails In Stairways If You Have Requests For Specific Accessibility Needs, Please Contact The Property Using The Information On The Reservation Confirmation Received After Booking. No Elevators Smoke-free Property Thin Carpet In Public Areas Tile Flooring In Public Areas Upper Floors Accessible By Stairs Only

CheckIn Check-in : 03:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 10:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 6

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Review Review

  • Submitted Jun 30, 2018

    Stayed Apr 23, 2018

    I traveled on business. I called home away (5 times) and no one can give me an itemized reciept for my stay??

  • James M.

    Submitted Feb 5, 2026

    Stayed Jan 31, 2026

    Very nice place. Convenient location. Would stay there again.

  • Ron B.

    Submitted Oct 22, 2025

    Stayed Oct 17, 2025

    Great location and the layout worked out well for our group.

  • Elaine H.

    Submitted Oct 1, 2025

    Stayed Sep 29, 2025

    The shops downstairs in the building were great and the whole area was fun to navigate.

  • Beth L.

    Submitted Sep 21, 2025

    Stayed Sep 19, 2025

    Very well-appointed kitchen and bathrooms, exceptionally clean, conveniently located near adorable shops, restaurants, wineries, and breweries. Management was super responsive and easy to work with to make our stay perfect. The spooky historical vibe was fun as well! The spiral staircase to get to each floor was fun for our girls weekend and we were able to view gorgeous sunrises out the windows, overlooking the historical spires.

  • Felicia C.

    Submitted Sep 12, 2025

    Stayed Sep 7, 2025

    Great condo with needed amenities. Room to be social, yet you can find privacy when needed.

  • James K.

    Submitted Sep 6, 2025

    Stayed Aug 28, 2025

    The king size bed on the kitchen level, the mattress is terrible, not able to sleep in it, lumpy and no support. The coffee pot leaks water all over the counter and the sectional needs to be replaced. Sure, initially it looks nice, all cushions are fluffed up, but once you sit on it you just sink.

  • Randall M.

    Submitted Sep 1, 2025

    Stayed Aug 12, 2025

    We weren't sure about staying at the former asylum, but ultimately, the room and the overall complex was amazing. We felt good vibes the entire time... even during our tour in the dark.

  • Paige P.

    Submitted Jul 30, 2025

    Stayed Jul 26, 2025

    Despite the staircase, the site was great and everything in the place was nice!

  • Laurie M.

    Submitted Jul 25, 2025

    Stayed Jul 20, 2025

    An interesting property but I do want to point out that there are a lot of stairs involved which I didn't feel was mentioned in the listing.

  • Patti M.

    Submitted Jul 1, 2025

    Stayed Jun 26, 2025

    Lots of room for gathering to talk and play games. Close walk to downtown Traverse City.

  • Chelsea O.

    Submitted Jun 27, 2025

    Stayed Jun 20, 2025

    Enjoy biking and hiking the numerous trails throughout the area. perfect for family memories. Nice historical buildings with unique shops and taste restaurant. Convenient access to the beaches and very comfortable place.

  • Halle D.

    Submitted Jun 19, 2025

    Stayed Jun 8, 2025

    Loved the rich history of the building. The great shopping in the lower level was an added bonus. We love having the space of the condo over being stuck in a hotel room. We like going to escape rooms, so that is how I treated the check in process. I handed the instructions to my kids and said figure it out. And they did. But it did take a few minutes to find the right bike and door.

  • Scott M.

    Submitted May 18, 2025

    Stayed May 2, 2025

    Unique setting up the spiral staircase. Beds weren’t great but good enough. Perfect location for us with our mom at Cordia Retirement Community also in Grand Traverse Commons.

  • Shari L.

    Submitted Mar 5, 2025

    Stayed Mar 2, 2025

    Clean, unique, family friendly. Convenient to activities we wanted to visit in TC. We knew their was a spiral staircase to get to the upper bedroom. Didn't realize you had to also use a spiral staircase or set of 3 short flight of stairs to get into the condo.

  • Dave L.

    Submitted Feb 18, 2025

    Stayed Feb 5, 2025

    Nice spot

  • Douglas Daryl W.

    Submitted Nov 11, 2024

    Stayed Nov 4, 2024

    Perfect location. Close to shopping, wine tours, and many restaurants options. The apartment was also perfect. The space was warm and very welcoming. It had all the necessary items to make for an easy trip. The response from the host was quick and helpful. We enjoyed our stay and would absolutely stay here again.

  • John R.

    Submitted Oct 10, 2024

    Stayed Oct 1, 2024

    5 nights stay to remember Traverse City Area, our old family home. The Condo was great for the four of us. We even managed the spiral staircase. Clean, well furnished, and in the wonderful complex.

  • Donna S.

    Submitted Sep 16, 2024

    Stayed Sep 13, 2024

    Clean, all labels helpful and well stocked.

  • Kelly B.

    Submitted Aug 30, 2024

    Stayed Aug 23, 2024

    Convenient location and nice property. Lots of room and well stocked kitchen. Looks like the photos and fits the description given. Would definitely stay here again.

  • Roberta G.

    Submitted Aug 20, 2024

    Stayed Aug 14, 2024

    The spiral staircase condo was a lovely, well appointed place. The extra thoughtful touches of providing soaps, paper towels and plastic garbage bags made the stay enjoyable as we did not need to run out to the store. Providing us with free grocery delivery and placing the food in fridge or on the counter for our arrival was awesome too. Our host was always quick to respond to questions and gave us detailed information about our condo. Location was great for traveling and exploring Traverse City area too. Could not have been a better experience!

  • ALayna C.

    Submitted Aug 14, 2024

    Stayed Aug 7, 2024

    Great place !

  • Beverly S.

    Submitted Aug 3, 2024

    Stayed Jul 31, 2024

    We enjoyed the comfort and historical significance of this condo. Check in with the keys and combinations was somewhat confusing. We needed to use the fire escape stairs and they were very poorly lit.

  • Joan A.

    Submitted Jul 23, 2024

    Stayed Jul 18, 2024

    Great property, we had a family reunion and were able to use the Pavilion on the property for our family dinner. Some days parking was tough, lots of codes/keys to gain entrance.

  • Nirupa S.

    Submitted Jul 7, 2024

    Stayed Jul 4, 2024

    The unit was very clean and well stocked. Getting in and out of the unit was difficult with multiple codes, keys and lock pad combinations. The spiral stairs were unyielding, my adult son slipped and fell down a few stairs while going up to the loft. He was not injured, but this unit is not for us with narrow spiral stairs and low ceiling walls around the corners of the rooms.

  • Kris V.

    Submitted Jun 28, 2024

    Stayed Jun 18, 2024

    Condo in what used to be an asylum. Very unique property. The unit was spotless with plenty of room to spread out. Enjoyed having the boutiques and restaurant options in the same building. Would definitely stay again!

  • Kristen K.

    Submitted Jun 17, 2024

    Stayed Jun 11, 2024

    Stayed with coworkers for a conference- will for sure return again next year. Close to town- was great spot for morning coffee.

  • Submitted Jun 12, 2024

    Stayed Jun 6, 2024

    Went to Traverse City for a 4 day weekend with some friends. Had 6 people and the place fit us perfectly. If you stay here makes sure you go to breakfast in the lower level of the building, you wont regret it. There are also a bunch of cool shops in the lower level as well. Very Cool Place!

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