Peaceful Lakefront Lodge w/ Free Pontoon & No Hidden Fees

Traverse City, Michigan
$270 avg/night
Bed 4

Bed

Bath 2

Bath

Home Private Vacation Home

Property Type

Sleep 10

Max Sleeps

Enjoy quiet lake living at this spacious 4 bedroom, 2 bath lodge-style home tucked among towering hardwoods on 100 feet of private frontage on Cedar Lake. With serene water views, a no wake lake, and separate spaces for adults and kids, this home is ideal for families and relaxed group getaways.

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

WHY GUESTS LOVE THIS HOME
• No-wake fishing lake perfect for kayaking, fishing, and peaceful morningsr>• Free pontoon boat with 10 gallons of fuel (seasonal)
• Kayaks, row boat, and floating aqua-play mat included
• Family-friendly layout with separate hang-out areas
• HD TV w/ Roku in Great Room. DVD library.
• HD TV w/ Roku in walkout basement. PS2 w/games, Pool Table.
• Quiet wooded setting close to Northern Michigan attractions
• Open year-round for summer, fall, winter, and spring stays

THE HOME
This 2,000 square foot lodge-style home features knotty pine walls, exposed log beams, ceramic tile, and a cozy gas fireplace. Large windows overlook Cedar Lake, and wildlife is often seen right in the yard.
The layout is designed so adults can relax while kids have their own space, making it comfortable for families and multi-generation groups.

THE LAKE AND LOCATION
Cedar Lake is a peaceful no-wake lake, making it ideal for families, anglers, and guests looking to unplug. It is quiet, scenic, and never crowded.
You are off the beaten path yet minutes from Empire, Glen Arbor, Sleeping Bear Dunes, and Old Mission Peninsula. It is an ideal home base for day trips, hiking, beaches, wineries, and sightseeing.

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
Clean and well-maintained older models, 18 to 24 feet
25 to 35 hp two-stroke motors
Best enjoyed by guests with basic boating experience
Ideal for sunset cruises and family fishing outings
• Kayaks available May 1 through November 1
• Row boat available April 1 through November 15
• Floating aqua-play mat available Memorial Week through Labor Day Week
• 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.

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.

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.

IMPORTANT HOUSE RULES
This is a quiet residential area.
No parties or events are allowed.
Responsible guests only.

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  • Feature Features
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  • School District Availability
  • Review Review

Feature Features

  • SKI

    Snowboarding And Cross-country Skiing Nearby
  • PETS

    2 Total Pets Pet Friendly Service Animals Exempt From Fees 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 Local Artist Showcase No Plastic Coffee Stirrers Unit Size: 2000 Sq Ft (186 Sq M) Uses Some LED Lighting
  • KITCHEN

    Coffee/tea Maker Dishwasher Ice Maker Kitchen Island Microwave Oven Refrigerator Stovetop Toaster
  • 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 Hair Dryer Soap Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • THINGS TO DO

    Boat On Site Cycling Nearby Fitness Facilities Nearby Ice Skating Nearby Jet Skiing Nearby Kayak On Site Marina Nearby Sailing Nearby Scuba Diving Nearby Snow Sports Gear Swimming Nearby Water Skiing Nearby Water Sports Equipment Windsurfing Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

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

    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 Near A Zoo On The Lake On The Waterfront
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board
  • 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

  • Bobbi S.

    Submitted Apr 22, 2026

    Stayed Apr 6, 2026

    Beautiful home and property!! Had wonderful time with family!!

  • trevor o.

    Submitted Apr 5, 2026

    Stayed Apr 3, 2026

    The lake view was amazingly peaceful and we even saw a bald eagle flying over the lake. The pool table in the basement was a good time for our group. Also loved all the movie selections in the dvd bins even though we didnt watch any. We ran into a minor problem and the host was available for the fix and had great response time for our issue. Would 100% recommend to others and may come back with a family in the future

  • Kathy S.

    Submitted Feb 10, 2026

    Stayed Feb 3, 2026

    We had a wonderful stay at Lizzie’s place. The setting on the lake is peaceful and quiet, and during our visit we were lucky to get a beautiful snowfall that made everything feel calm and cozy. The large living room windows brought in great views, and the open layout made it easy for everyone to spend time together while still feeling comfortable.The home was clean, comfortable, and well stocked with everything we needed. The kitchen had all the basics for cooking, and the basement game room was a great bonus — the pool table and games kept both the kids and adults busy. What we appreciated most was how naturally the space brought our family together. Our kids actually put their devices away, and none of us were ready to leave when the trip ended.Lizzie was very responsive and helpful, and communication was smooth from start to finish. The home is well cared for and in great condition. We would gladly return, and would love to experience it again in the summer as well.

  • Kevin S.

    Submitted Feb 10, 2026

    Stayed Feb 5, 2026

    Beautiful house! Beautiful location! I would definitely book another stay here.

  • David P.

    Submitted Jan 3, 2026

    Stayed Dec 27, 2025

    Wonderful cabin stay for the whole family.

  • Charles C.

    Submitted Dec 27, 2025

    Stayed Dec 23, 2025

    Clean place. Great location. Great host. Pictures accurate. Beautiful setting on a lake. Do it!

  • Lora K.

    Submitted Dec 14, 2025

    Stayed Dec 12, 2025

    The host answered my many questions, it was clean, beautiful location in the winter, reasonably priced.

  • Brian F.

    Submitted Nov 19, 2025

    Stayed Oct 26, 2025

    Great spot for a getaway, we enjoyed the upper parts of Michigan, the place was tucked back really private. Great place we just wasn't there much, highly recommended

  • Diane H.

    Submitted Oct 20, 2025

    Stayed Oct 16, 2025

    The house was clean. The cabinets and draws could use an insideCleaning the bottom of the garbage can was dirty. Just attention to detail thingsKitchen had everything you need to cook/bake! The sleeping situation is not conducive for all adults. We thought the bunk beds were fulls on the bottoms:(. But overall we spent the majority of our time outside in awe of the beauty and had an excellent time

  • John S.

    Submitted Oct 7, 2025

    Stayed Oct 2, 2025

    It was a great location for my brothers bachelor party. We had a great time in the cabin and there was plenty of space for the ten of us.

  • Laura K.

    Submitted Sep 20, 2025

    Stayed Sep 12, 2025

    What an incredibly enjoyable stay! Our family had a wonderful time here. The weather was beautiful, the beds super comfortable, and oh the peace and quiet. We loved the use of the pontoon and the pool table. The star-filled nights around the bonfire were amazing and the bugs were surprisingly few. We also enjoyed being close to so many attractions. There were plenty of paper and soap products to get us through the week. What a perfect vacation!

  • Julea D.

    Submitted Sep 5, 2025

    Stayed Aug 29, 2025

    Beautiful property and well equipped cabin!

  • Renee P.

    Submitted Aug 9, 2025

    Stayed Aug 1, 2025

    We had a wonderful stay at the lake house.The setting was incredibly quiet and peaceful-perfect for a relaxing getaway. The house itself was clean, spacious, and well-maintained, making us feel right at home. We especially enjoyed paddle boarding and fishing on the lake, which was calm and beautiful. The boat was a great bonus and added to the fun. We'd definitely come back!

  • Lauren B.

    Submitted Aug 7, 2025

    Stayed Jul 18, 2025

    We were all charmed by the serene lake with loons and even a visit from a large pileated woodpecker! All issues (we had a pipe leak) were handled promptly, and calls were returned within a few hours. There is a lot to manage on this property (someone came on site to pickup and drop off a row boat we weren’t sure about). We did our best to stay up to date and aware of all the policies and supplies (like toilet paper, paper towels, laundry/dish soaps, etc) we needed to provide. Thank you for offering this beautiful spot!

  • Nancy W.

    Submitted Jun 17, 2025

    Stayed Jun 6, 2025

    This was a lovely house. We loved being on Cedar Lake and the kayaks were our favorite outdoor activity. There's a fire pit by the lake. The pontoon ran with no problems. We did have to run the fan, as suggested, because the lower level was cold otherwise. We would stay there again if in the area.

  • Lindsey M.

    Submitted Apr 29, 2025

    Stayed Apr 25, 2025

    This place was great! It was extremely clean and had everything we needed for the weekend. The lake view is beautiful and having a fire right on the lake was so nice. I’d definitely recommend this stay. It is a great location and just a short drive to Traverse City.

  • Alejandro M.

    Submitted Apr 22, 2025

    Stayed Apr 17, 2025

    Clear water, cleanliness and relaxation is the only thing can describe this place!! Great stay

  • Nicholas C.

    Submitted Apr 3, 2025

    Stayed Apr 1, 2025

    Very clean, spacious, and comfy place to stay. Easy drive to downtown Traverse City. Wooded lot, fairly private. Very cool experience.

  • Kim B.

    Submitted Mar 28, 2025

    Stayed Mar 25, 2025

    Really nice! Tucked back in the woods. Fished on the lake. We were surprised by unexpected 6 of snow when we got there but it was even more beautiful with the snow. Very comfy and well appointed gome. We would definitely stay again. Our pups loved it too

  • Jennifer S.

    Submitted Mar 16, 2025

    Stayed Mar 14, 2025

    My family loved the whole area, cabin was so beautiful. Definitely worth the money to stay for a weekend. Definitely would recommend going here. The view of the lake was stunning. Thank you so much to the owners they have done such amazing work on the cabin.

  • Rosie G.

    Submitted Mar 10, 2025

    Stayed Feb 14, 2025

    Group of friends and I needed a weeekend away so we booked this place. The house was nice and the view was beautifully

  • Dayna C.

    Submitted Feb 24, 2025

    Stayed Feb 21, 2025

    My family and I booked a two day weekend at Cedar Lake Lodge for a winter getaway, and to enjoy snow-tubing at Mt. Holiday. The cabin was so roomy, comfy and cozy that we didn’t want to leave to go anywhere! We enjoyed making breakfasts together in the kitchen, playing pool in the evenings, and enjoying the warmth of the gas wood-stove at night. This is our second time staying here and we would definitely stay again. Communication with the property owner, Lizzie, was fantastic and she is very quick to respond. I recommend this cabin to anyone looking for a wonderful place to stay in the Traverse City area!

  • Katie S.

    Submitted Nov 10, 2024

    Stayed Nov 8, 2024

    Great location to Traverse City and Lake Ann. Photos /description are accurate.

  • David J. S.

    Submitted Nov 3, 2024

    Stayed Nov 1, 2024

    Everything as advertised.

  • Jennifer H.

    Submitted Oct 21, 2024

    Stayed Oct 17, 2024

    Had a group of 8 for a bachelorette weekend. The house had plenty of space in the house and outdoors for parking 5 vehicles. The location was great for going into downtown Traverse City for shopping and doing wine tours. Very peaceful!! Went kayaking every morning!

  • Jose E.

    Submitted Sep 21, 2024

    Stayed Sep 14, 2024

    My friends and I had a great time. The whole property was in great shape, kitchen was very well stocked and the location pretty convenient so we could go shopping for groceries or visit the parks and beaches nearby.

  • William S.

    Submitted Sep 8, 2024

    Stayed Aug 30, 2024

    If your truly looking for a relaxing vacation . This cabin is simply beautiful and the surrounding landscape with the woods and the lake within view of the back deck is amazing . The host was very nice . And easy to contact . Having the pontoon boat was great . The lake is beautiful . We travel the country and stay in cabins deep in the woods and this cabin is the most beautiful we have ever stayed in . Thank you Lizzie for a very relaxing vacation ! William and Loretta Smith

  • Elizabeth T.

    Submitted Jul 28, 2024

    Stayed Jul 19, 2024

    The cabin was great for my family and centrally located for all the stops we wanted to make on our vacation (Traverse City, Sleeping Bear Dunes, Fish Town, and lighthouses). We had our morning cup of coffee on the balcony and enjoyed the view. We saw loons and heard an owl during our stay. The kids loved swimming and kayaking in the lake. Would love to go back next year.

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