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Features
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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
3 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided Sofa Bed -
GENERAL
Unit Size: 1000 Sq Ft (93 Sq M) -
KITCHEN
Coffee/tea Maker Cookware/dishes/utensils Microwave Oven Refrigerator Stovetop Toaster -
LAUNDRY
Laundry Facilities Near Coin Laundry -
PARKING
Onsite Parking -
INTERNET
Free WiFi -
OUTDOORS
Barbecue Grill Patio -
BATHROOMS
1 Bathroom Shower Towels Provided -
LANGS SPOKEN
English -
THINGS TO DO
Birdwatching Nearby Cycling Nearby Fishing Nearby Jet Skiing Nearby Kayak On Site Marina Nearby Sailing Nearby Swimming Nearby Water Tubing Nearby Winery Tours Nearby -
ENTERTAINMENT
Games TV -
LIVING SPACES
Living Room -
CLIMATE CONTROL
Heating -
LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS
On The Waterfront -
SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES
Iron/ironing Board -
SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY
Smoke-free Property
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Review
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Shannon H.
Submitted Oct 19, 2025
Stayed Oct 13, 2025Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a wonderful stay at this secluded and quiet property. The kitchen was fully equipped, making it easy to prepare meals, and the beds were very comfortable. The vibrant fall colors surrounding the home were absolutely stunning and added to the relaxing atmosphere. Although the driveway was steep, it was easy to navigate and didn’t pose any problems. The location was also ideal, making it easy to explore the charming coastal areas around Traverse City. Highly recommend for a serene and scenic escape!
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Mark P.
Submitted Aug 16, 2025
Stayed Aug 10, 2025Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Everything was as described. The management was very professional and responsive to a small concern we had with the wifi. We would like to stay here again if the property is available next year. We have previously stayed on the west side of TC but the location just east of town was more convenient.
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Jackie C.
Submitted Aug 5, 2025
Stayed Aug 2, 2025Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We loved this place! The cottage was clean and very nice. View was amazing and close to traverse City which was a huge bonus.
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Geena S.
Submitted Aug 3, 2025
Stayed Jul 29, 2025Property is very buggy and moldy inside. We found mouse droppings. The beds were really comfy and the beachside area is nice. It’s really not a good value and we don’t plan to be back.
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Karl K.
Submitted Jul 11, 2025
Stayed Jul 6, 2025Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a great tim at the Bird's Nest! The cottage is very cute and the lake is amazing. Would definitely recommend.
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Kristen R.
Submitted Jul 3, 2025
Stayed Jun 25, 2025We had a great time at our quiet getaway to Traverse City. Our young children loved splashing in the shallow water and playing on the small beach. We enjoyed s'mores in the evening and watched all the wildlife nearby. Thanks for a great stay!
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CJ L.
Submitted Jun 20, 2025
Stayed Jun 16, 2025Had a conference at the Grand Traverse Resort so our daily drive was very short however you'd never think you were so close to the city life given how peaceful this place was for all of us.
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Martin S.
Submitted Sep 2, 2024
Stayed Aug 31, 2024Very nice comfy cabin, quiet lake, Traverse City nearby.
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Kathryn E.
Submitted Jul 10, 2024
Stayed Jun 27, 2024The place was dirty. Bugs and dirt all over the bathroom and on the extra rolls of toilet paper. Mouse droppings and a dead mouse in the main bedroom. Couldn't get a hold of the owner and the front office did their best to help but could only do so much. When moving the chest in the living room to open the pull out bed there was a dirty plate (not ours) and food stuck to the carpet. And the middle bedroom was very musty smelling. The fridge also kept going out. Contacted the office about the mouse/mice problem and they left it at needing to get a hold of the owner (never did) then I contacted vrbo customer service and they left it the same way and I haven't heard anything back.
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Vickie G.
Submitted Jun 25, 2024
Stayed Jun 19, 2024Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This place was so much fun. Couldn’t believe how quiet it was. Sparkling clean too! There is no air conditioning, but there was always a breeze coming across the lake.
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John L.
Submitted Jun 15, 2024
Stayed Jun 9, 2024The house was just as listed and described. You can tell the paint was new in and out, the deck furniture was in great shape, the windows looked new and even the gas grill was in great shape! The water is clean and deep enough but not too quickly. The kids swam and the lake was calm enough for our kids to kayak and peddle boat on their own which they don't do much. The only real thing to be aware of is the walk down and up from the car. I would not stay here if you have someone with mobility issues. Steep driveway and long, and even though the driveway goes down to cottage, I would strongly advise against (there is a sign that warns drivers). The park nearby is amazing and we went there with the kids daily! Overall great place to get away and15- 20 minutes from downtown Traverse City.