Lakefront with Pontoon Boat, Game Room, Kayaks — No Host or Cleaning Fees

Traverse City, Michigan
$227 avg/night Minimum Stay 2 Nights
Bed 4

Bed

Bath 2

Bath

Home Private Vacation Home

Property Type

Sleep 10

Max Sleeps

Night 2 nights

Min Stay


We never charge host, cleaning, pet (up to 2 dogs) or extra guest fees!

Be our guest at this beautiful Northern Michigan vacation home. This 2,000 sq ft, 4 bedroom, 2 bath lodge style home is nestled among towering hardwoods and offers scenic views of Cedar Lake. The interior features knotty pine, exposed log beams, ceramic tile, and a cozy fireplace.

Enjoy watching wildlife roam through the yard from your 100 feet of private frontage on Cedar Lake. The home is thoughtfully designed with family fun in mind and includes separate areas for adults and children, making it comfortable for families and multi-generation groups.

THE HOME
The main great room features an HD TV with Roku, a DVD player, and a DVD library, making it a comfortable space for relaxing after a day on the lake.

The walkout basement includes a pool table, board games, an HD TV with Roku, and a PlayStation 2 with games. This lower-level space is ideal for kids, teens, and casual evening entertainment while allowing adults to enjoy quieter time upstairs.

THE LAKE AND LOCATION
Cedar Lake is a peaceful no-wake fishing lake, ideal for morning coffee kayak trips, fishing with the family, or simply relaxing by the water. It is quiet, scenic, and never crowded.

The home is off the beaten path yet centrally located in one of Northern Michigan’s most desirable vacation areas. Located just west of downtown Traverse City, you are only minutes from Empire, Glen Arbor, Sleeping Bear Dunes, and Old Mission Peninsula. It is an excellent home base for exploring everything Northern Michigan has to offer.

INCLUDED WATERCRAFT AND SEASONAL AMENITIES
Included at no extra charge, seasonally available:

Pontoon boat with 10 gallons of pre-mixed fuel
Available Memorial Week through early October

Floating aqua-play mat
Available Memorial Week through Labor Day Week

Kayaks
Available May 1 through November 1

Row boat
Available April 1 through November 15

Dock
Available mid-May through November 1

Frontage is typical Northern Michigan soft sediment (mucky). It is excellent for fishing but not sandy for swimming.

ABOUT THE PONTOON BOATS
As a free bonus for our summer guests, we offer the use of one of our pontoon boats. These boats are clean, well maintained, and functional. They range in size from 18 to 24 feet and are older models with 25 to 35 hp two-stroke motors.

They are ideal for relaxed sunset cruises and family fishing outings. Guests with basic boating knowledge and familiarity with two-stroke motors will get the most enjoyment from them. Full instructions and technical assistance are available if needed. Please see photos for a typical example of the pontoon boats.

WHAT WE PROVIDE
A starter supply of paper and soap products is provided and is typically sufficient for a two-night stay for smaller groups of two to four guests.

For a complete list of what is provided and what to bring, please see “Using the Property” on your My Trip page.

SEASONAL NOTES
Fireplace available Thanksgiving through April 1.

For winter stays, an all-wheel-drive vehicle or front-wheel drive with good snow tires is strongly recommended.

IMPORTANT HOUSE RULES
This is a quiet residential area.

No parties or events are allowed.

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  • Feature Features
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Feature Features

  • SKI

    Cross-country Skiing And Snowboarding Nearby
  • PETS

    2 Total Pets Pet Friendly Welcoming Dogs Only
  • BEACH

    Beach Sun Loungers
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

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

    4 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided Sofa Bed
  • GENERAL

    Double-glazed Windows Eco-friendly Cleaning Products Used Energy-saving Switches No Plastic Coffee Stirrers Unit Size: 2000 Sq Ft (186 Sq M) Uses Some LED Lighting
  • KITCHEN

    Blender Coffee/tea Maker Dishwasher Electric Kettle Microwave Oven Paper Towels Refrigerator Stovetop
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Near Laundromat Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Car Required Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi, With Speed Of 25+ Mbps
  • OUTDOORS

    Balcony Barbecue Grill Firepit Outdoor Furniture
  • BATHROOMS

    2 Bathrooms Bathtub Or Shower Soap Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • THINGS TO DO

    Boat On Site Cycling Nearby Fitness Facilities Nearby Hiking Nearby Hunting Nearby Ice Skating Nearby Jet Skiing Nearby Kayak On Site Marina Nearby Rafting Nearby Sledding Nearby Snow Sports Gear Surfing/body Boarding Nearby Water Sports Equipment
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Arcade/game Room DVD Player Games Pool Or Billiards Table Video Games Video Library Smart TV With Cable/satellite Service
  • LIVING SPACES

    Dining Room Fireplace Living Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Children's Games Children's Toys Playground
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    In A Rural Location Near A Health Or Beauty Spa Near A Hospital On The Lake On The Waterfront
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    5 Stairs To Reach Property Area Rugs In Public Areas Handrails In Stairways Hardwood Flooring In Public Areas 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 Tile Flooring In Public Areas Upper Floors Accessible By Stairs Only

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

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School District Availability

Review Review

  • Dawn W.

    Submitted Feb 2, 2026

    Stayed Jan 31, 2026

    Wow, wow, WOW. What a great place! Loved it and are doing our best for a summer visit. Thank you Lizzie and the rest of your crew!!

  • Clinton E.

    Submitted Jan 11, 2026

    Stayed Jan 9, 2026

    Absolutely beutiful and relaxing stay

  • Marcus M.

    Submitted Nov 9, 2025

    Stayed Nov 7, 2025

    Cabin was exactly as described. Had a nice stay. Cabin was very peaceful and picturesque. We had everything that we needed for the weekend. Close to Traverse City and the event we had scheduled. Would definitely stay again.

  • Andy K.

    Submitted Oct 21, 2025

    Stayed Oct 6, 2025

    We had a wonderful stay! The kitchen was well stocked. In the morning, I would watch the sunrise through the trees, over the lake, get the coffee brewed, and have a nice breakfast before heading out for the day. In the evenings, we watched some football, played pool and enjoyed a campfire. The beds were comfortable. Since there were only 3 of us, we utilized the main bedroom and the loft bedroom. The location was quiet, secluded, but also close to many activities and sights in the area. Anything we wanted to see or do was a 10 to 30 minute drive. I wish we had a few more days just to stay and enjoy the property.

  • Jill V.

    Submitted Oct 15, 2025

    Stayed Oct 12, 2025

    We loved our stay – the location was tranquil, and peaceful yet close to a lot of fun activities. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and would visit again.

  • CHRISTOPHER S.

    Submitted Sep 15, 2025

    Stayed Sep 5, 2025

    Had a great time on Cedar Lake fishing, boating, kayaking, fires, golf, cards, cornhole, and also trips into Traverse City. Enjoyed the surrounding area on Grand Traverse Bay and Lake Ann. The cabin and pontoon boat were excellent for the week of fun with family.

  • Jennifer L.

    Submitted Aug 1, 2025

    Stayed Jul 25, 2025

    House was amazing, in a great location. We loved being right on the lake, with things available for us to use. Beautiful spot for some great family time! Would definitely stay again!

  • Daryl V.

    Submitted May 23, 2025

    Stayed May 20, 2025

    The property was adequate. It was missing some of the personal touches. The linens are getting a bit worn. It may have said it in the listing but we were surprised it was on a dirt road. Overall it was ok.

  • Justin C.

    Submitted May 18, 2025

    Stayed May 16, 2025

    Overall my family and I enjoyed our stay here. The woods are peaceful and kayaking on the lake was fun. When I first saw the list of extra things to bring like soap and TP I was disappointed that we had to pack extra, but we ended up finding a lot of what we needed left at the house by previous guests. There is a dollar general five minutes away so I would recommend seeing what you need first and grabbing it there. Overall we would be happy to stay again!

  • Josh E.

    Submitted Mar 28, 2025

    Stayed Mar 23, 2025

    Our family of 4 (plus medium-sized dog) had a wonderful 5 nights here in the woods. We enjoyed how far away from everything we felt while at the cabin, but how close we actually were to Traverse City, Sleeping Bear Dunes, and more.

  • Jason K.

    Submitted Jan 24, 2025

    Stayed Jan 17, 2025

    Very nice, quiet cabin on the lake.

  • Wendy K.

    Submitted Jan 5, 2025

    Stayed Jan 2, 2025

    A beautiful home away from home. Very warm and welcoming.

  • Haylie H.

    Submitted Jun 4, 2024

    Stayed May 20, 2024

    We stayed for 4 nights and let me tell you we did not want to leave. We have been all over the United States and this was by far our favorite spot we have ever stayed in. Beautiful cabin, beautiful private location, with a Great Lake and pontoon boat. Would be perfect for a girls weekend retreat, guys weekend retreat or even just a get away for the family. Pretty much 20 minutes from everything you want to travel too. We hope to stay there every year. Could not have had a better trip.

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$227+
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