Charming Horse Farm Country Cottage on Rolling Hills

Suttons Bay, Michigan
$254 avg/night Minimum Stay 2 Nights
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Sleep 4

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Night 2 nights

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This guest house is at the center of our 30 acre Gentlemen's ranch, one mile south of Suttons Bay and 1/2 mile from the Bay. The address for our location is 1624 South West Bayshore Drive (which is M-22), Suttons Bay While there is not a water view unless you are on top one of our hills, the setting is an idyllic location with panoramic valley and hill views. This house has a warm natural all wood interior with beautiful artwork, yet all the modern amenities such as wifi and satellite TV with multiple movie channels.
The grounds are professionally landscaped and maintained by the Landscape Architect owner.
There is a large open area that includes a wrap-around leather couch and a loft with two beds along with a separate bedroom with a queen-size bed with an exceptional quality mattress. It is important to note that the only access to the loft is a straight up and down ladder. Because of this if you have kids younger than five or adults older than 40 or so (depending how spry you feel) the loft is probably not for you.
There is plenty of room to park any toys (campers, boats, trailers) right on the property. The owners have a 26 foot motorboat and other water toys, so arrangements could be made for their use. If there is a need to stall your horses, or if you want to ride a horse or two, those arrangements can be made as well.
On the property is a large barn, a small barn (both for horses) along with indoor and outdoor riding arenas. Attached to the indoor riding arena is a viewing area with a pool table, bathroom and laundry.
At night, there is a firepit area to warm up on the cold Northern Michigan nights and we are far enough away from any city so that the panoramic star views are incredible.
We are only 1/2 mile away from the Suttons Bay to Traverse City trail and you could ride bikes/horses snowshoe/hike/cross-country ski in any direction from here and see wonderful water vistas and orchard/hill/valley views.
We are 30 minutes away from the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore and the Homestead Resort that has skiing with hills that border on Lake Michigan.





Keywords: Northern Michigan, Suttons Bay, Horse Farm boarding (weekly/monthly) Indoor and Outdoor Riding Arenas, riding trials, Sailing/Power-boat excursions available

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Feature Features

  • SKI

    Cross-country Skiing And Snowboarding Nearby Ski Privileges
  • PETS

    No Pets Allowed
  • 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

    1 Bedroom Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 1000 Sq Ft (93 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

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

    Laundry Facilities Near Laundromat Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Electric Car Charging Station On Site Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi
  • OUTDOORS

    Barbecue Grill Firepit Garden Patio
  • BATHROOMS

    1 Bathroom Hair Dryer Shower Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Basketball Nearby Fitness Facilities Nearby Golf Nearby Hiking/biking Trails Nearby Kayaking Nearby Mountain Biking Nearby Power Boating Nearby Sailing Nearby Snow Sports Gear Tennis On Site Wildlife And Game Walks Nearby Winery Tours Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    DVD Player Games TV
  • LIVING SPACES

    Living Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    In A Rural Location Near A Health Or Beauty Spa Near A Hospital Near Outlet Shopping
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 10:30 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 4

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School District Availability

Review Review

  • Barbara

    Submitted Oct 20, 2024

    Stayed Oct 18, 2024

    The guest cottage was very relaxing, cozy and in pristine condition. Deb and Jeff very hospitable and friendly, The cottage was delightful and the property with the beautiful horses were amazing. It was very close to Suttons Bay which made it easy to shop and dine. We would love to go back. It was heavenly.

  • Joanna

    Submitted Sep 12, 2024

    Stayed Sep 6, 2024

    We totally enjoyed our stay. The home was clean and comfortable. Beds were great. We would definitely book again

  • Brent

    Submitted May 30, 2023

    Stayed May 27, 2023

    Perfect guesthouse in a beautiful setting. Besides cleanliness, a comfortable bed and uniqueness of staying near the horses on the property, the location is perfect for exploring the traverse city region!

  • Submitted May 20, 2019

    Stayed May 17, 2019

    enjoyed my stay. beautiful property and guest house was adorable. Clean with an extremely cozy bed. Thank goodness there were only the 3 of us because the loft was difficult to access with the built in ladder. did not see owner for directions on what was accessible or not. Overall loved the place.

  • Cindy

    Submitted Nov 12, 2018

    Stayed Nov 8, 2018

    We absolutely loved staying at Slocombe’s Horse Farm. It far exceeded our expectations. A beautiful cottage with a beautiful setting. Love, love, love your sweet CeCe. It was also very charming to say good morning to the horses and have one answer us back. From the cleanliness to the comfortable bed to the nice bottle of wine that greeted us, our entire stay was perfect. So perfect that The day we arrived, I booked our next stay . I look so forward to coming back to stay. Thank you so much for your hospitality and sharing your beautiful place with us!

  • Brad P.

    Submitted Oct 6, 2025

    Stayed Oct 3, 2025

    Our family stayed in this great little guest home on a horse farm for our niece's wedding close by. Couldn't have been a better spot for us. Our teenaged boys loved the loft and the grounds were beautiful to take a stroll around when we had a free minute. Host was awesome to deal with and everything was as advertised. We will be back when we visit the area again and hope this rental is available.

  • Tara B.

    Submitted Oct 1, 2025

    Stayed Sep 25, 2025

    Great stay Beautiful location Owner was super kind Would definitely stay again

  • Raymond R.

    Submitted Sep 12, 2025

    Stayed Sep 4, 2025

    What a beautiful working horse farm with a great guest cottage and gorgeous grounds. The cottage has one bedroom but also has a loft with two beds for the younger generation. Host/Hostess were most accommodating, friendly, and happy to answer all questions. Location is very close to the village limits of Suttons Bay on M 22 and we had an easy ride to the Suttons Bay/Traverse City bike trail, which was paved and relatively flat the entire distance (15 miles). There was also easy access to nearby golf. Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, and quaint little towns such as Leland, Glen Arbor & Empire.

  • Jennifer S.

    Submitted Aug 31, 2025

    Stayed Aug 29, 2025

    We loved our stay here! Debbie was extremely welcoming and helpful and even introduced us to her beautiful horses. The barn cats were even friendly! The guest house was clean and had everything we needed. Debbie also gave us some wonderful recommendations on where to go to make our exchange student’s first trip up north a memorable one. Thank you so much and I really hope to visit again!

  • London S.

    Submitted Aug 24, 2025

    Stayed Aug 21, 2025

    Absolutely amazing stay. Hosts were incredible and everything was gorgeous.

  • justin j.

    Submitted Aug 5, 2025

    Stayed Jul 26, 2025

    Great place

  • Tiffany S.

    Submitted Jul 16, 2025

    Stayed Jul 5, 2025

    This was our second stay at this beautiful VRBO in Suttons Bay, and it was just as magical as the first. Nestled on an active horse farm, the property offers a peaceful, scenic escape that’s perfect for families looking to unwind and reconnect with nature.The owners, who live on the property, are incredibly kind, generous, and welcoming. They went above and beyond to make our stay special—inviting us to help feed the horses and even giving our daughter the unforgettable experience of trying her hand at horseback riding. Their warmth and hospitality made us feel like part of the family.The setting is quiet and serene, with the gentle sounds of horses and rustling trees creating a calming backdrop. It’s the kind of place where you can truly relax and soak in the beauty of northern Michigan.We’re so grateful for another wonderful stay and can’t wait to return again. Highly recommend this unique and heartwarming getaway!

  • Alyce P.

    Submitted Jul 1, 2025

    Stayed Jun 20, 2025

    Beautiful property. Great location, and very clean.

  • Cassie D.

    Submitted May 26, 2025

    Stayed May 24, 2025

    We had a great father/daughter weekend getaway..a great place to stay and fantastic property with wonderful hosts!

  • Ken M.

    Submitted Oct 28, 2024

    Stayed Oct 26, 2024

    Great location, quaint setting & easy access to TC, Leland, Suttons Bay.

  • Luann R.

    Submitted Oct 13, 2024

    Stayed Oct 10, 2024

    The guest house was perfect for two people. It was a quick 2 minute drive to town. We hadnt gotten any instructions for entry to the guesthouse since the owners were away, but the horse care takers were so nice and friendly, they showed us around and got us settled in. We loved the horses and the cats. And we had the most beautiful view of the Northern lights the 1st night. We would love to stay again. ininstructionson entry gotten any instructions o entry but

  • Suzanne L.

    Submitted Sep 30, 2024

    Stayed Sep 26, 2024

    Very cozy, comfortable cottage on gorgeous property. (Lots of hooks, hangers, shelf space in the bedrooom, bathroom too)The owners are terrific, and we loved meeting the horses! It is a great location: very close to shopping, multiple wineries, Fishtown, State Park. Thank you for a great weekend!

  • Guy C.

    Submitted Sep 23, 2024

    Stayed Sep 20, 2024

    Jeff and Deb Were very pleasant and helpful with recommendations for dining and Area attractions

  • Jessica W.

    Submitted Aug 29, 2024

    Stayed Aug 23, 2024

    Better than we imagined. Such a beautiful property and they let us pet the horses.

  • Ken K.

    Submitted Aug 11, 2024

    Stayed Aug 4, 2024

    We loved our stay in Sutton''s Bay! Just right for the two of us.

  • Cally S.

    Submitted Aug 9, 2024

    Stayed Jul 20, 2024

    Beautiful property, and wonderful hosts. We enjoyed the scenery, privacy and comfort of this lovely place. The horses and friendly dog and barn cats were a real bonus!

  • Mary A.

    Submitted Aug 5, 2024

    Stayed Jul 28, 2024

    Debbie and Jeff are great hosts at their beautiful property. We have stayed there in the past and love this place. It's convenient to so many lakes and towns near Suttons Bay. We had a perfect week. Thank you again Debbie and Jeff.

  • Mike P.

    Submitted Jul 21, 2024

    Stayed Jul 13, 2024

    Beautiful guest house located a few minutes to downtown Suttons bay and close to Northport, Glen Arbor, Empire, Leland and Traverse City. Jeff and Debbie are amazing hosts. We will definitely be back.

  • Tiffany S.

    Submitted Jul 13, 2024

    Stayed Jul 6, 2024

    We had an easy experience from check in to personal encounters with the home owners to check out. It was effortless. The relaxed environment enhanced our experience and made it easy to explore early mornings and into late evenings.

  • Carol R.

    Submitted Jun 9, 2024

    Stayed Jun 1, 2024

    This property is every bit as described and more.

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