Waterfront in Traverse City. Pool table. Hot tub. Dogs okay.

Traverse City, Michigan
$1069 avg/night
Bed 6

Bed

Bath 3

Bath

Home Private Vacation Home

Property Type

Sleep 12

Max Sleeps

The main level features a spacious living room/kitchen combo with a great view of the Spider Lake. There's a large flat-panel TV with cable and a large deck just off the living room. The fully stocked kitchen includes a gas stove, dishwasher, and all the tools needed to prepare meals for the whole family. Additionally, there is a wood-burning fireplace in the living room. There are two bedrooms: one with a king bed and the other with two queens, each equipped with Smart TVs” rather thanCable TVs. There is also one full bathroom and a half bath.

Upstairs, there's a bedroom with a king bed and a full bathroom.

The walk-out lower level features three bedrooms. One room has a queen, the other rooms have two twins and one full bathroom. There's a fantastic family/game room to relax in, with opportunities to play pool, shuffleboard, or Pac-Man. Afterward, you can unwind in front of a large TV with cable! There's also an enclosed porch off the lower level family room that overlooks the water (please note that the outdoor room can get hot and muggy in the heat of summer).

The outdoor area is fabulous. You'll find private lakefront with plenty of space for water activities. There are approximately 25 stairs down to the water. The shore is a bit soft, and the sand gets harder as you move out into the lake. There are four kayaks, a canoe, and a pedal boat available for water fun, as well as a swim raft. There's a boat launch just down the street if you want to bring your own boat or rent one. The property also has a dock where a boat up to 22' can be tied. Additionally, a gas grill, outdoor furniture, and a fire pit enhance the outdoor experience. Tippicanoe Lodge promises to be an unforgettable vacation. A well-behaved dog is welcome with an additional nonrefundable cleaning fee. However, their humans are expected to clean up after their pets outside.

Grace McDonald Park is about 2 miles from the house. Spider Lake is located 12 miles south of downtown Traverse City. It's an easy trip to the Great Lakes Equestrian Festival, which is only 11.5 miles away. Shopping is conveniently located just 5 miles from the property. At various times throughout the year you can also enjoy festivals, wine tours, hiking, biking, music, and more. Elmbrook Golf Course is only 5 miles away. There's so much to do in this great northern area.

STR # 005714

-- THE PROPERTY --

Sleeps 10 - 14 with up to 4 kids under 6

Bedroom 1: king (main floor) || Bedroom 2: two queen beds (main floor) || Bedroom 3: king (upstairs, private bath) || Bedroom 4: queen bed (lower level) || Bedroom 5: two twins (lower level) || Bedroom 6: two twins (lower level)

OUTDOORS: sand fire pit, gas grill, private yard, outdoor dining table & chairs, deck, kayaks, paddle boat, canoe, swim raft, and NEW hot tub!!

INDOORS: WIFI, DVD player, flat screen smart TV, Roku, 2 wood-burning fireplaces, pool table, shuffleboard, arcade game (Pac-Man and a ton of other games), dart board

KITCHEN: fully equipped, cooking basics, dishware & flatware, microwave, toaster, drip coffee maker, tea kettle, dishwasher, trash bags, paper towels

GENERAL: washer & dryer, iron & ironing board, towels & linens, toilet paper, bar soap, crib, high chair, pack 'n play, central air

MISC: no-wake cove, approx. 25 stairs to the water

PARKING: space for 4 vehicles

-- POLICIES --

- Dogs allowed with fee

- No smoking

- No events, parties, or large gatherings

- Must be at least 18 years old to book

- Additional fees and taxes may apply

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Feature Features

  • SKI

    Close To Skiing
  • PETS

    Pet Friendly Service Animals Exempt From Fees
  • 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

    6 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 4500 Sq Ft (418 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Dishwasher Ice Maker Kitchen Island Microwave Oven Refrigerator Spices Stovetop Toaster
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Near Coin Laundry Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Onsite Parking Onsite Parking Options Include A Garage
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi
  • OUTDOORS

    Balcony Garden Gas Grill Outdoor Furniture
  • POOL/SPA

    Hot Tub
  • BATHROOMS

    3.5 Bathrooms Bathtub Or Shower Hair Dryer Towels Provided
  • WORKSPACES

    Desk Desk Chair
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Birdwatching Nearby Boat On Site Casino Nearby Cycling Nearby Ecotours Nearby Golfing On Site Hiking/biking Trails Nearby Kayak On Site Mountain Biking Nearby Sailing Nearby Snow Sports Gear Swimming Nearby Tennis On Site Water Skiing Nearby Water Sports Equipment
  • ENTERTAINMENT

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

    Dining Room Fireplace Living Room Wood Stove
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Children's Dinnerware Highchair Playground Travel Crib
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    In A Rural Location Near A Hospital Near The Bay On The Lake On The Waterfront
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 10:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 12

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Review Review

  • Gillian P.

    Submitted Sep 19, 2025

    Stayed Sep 15, 2025

    House was great for a large group of adults. Plenty of space for everyone to be together. House was very clean upon arrival and check in was easy. Beds and furniture were comfortable, and kitchen decently equipped. Some recent updates made the house seem newer. Only caution for those who have knee issues, there are several steps down to the lake. Overall good place to stay with many add-ons like pool table and kayaks.

  • Andrea T.

    Submitted Sep 8, 2025

    Stayed Aug 16, 2025

    Rating 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: Enjoyed our stay at this waterfront house. The house was comfortable for our group of 10. The lower level family was great for the kids to play games and stay up late without disturbing others in the house. We were able to rent a pontoon to dock at the house and had fun on Spider Lake. The house is not far from Traverse City, the airport, golf, and restaurants. The family favorite was a trip to Sleeping Bear Dunes. Checking in and out was easy. I would recommend this house.

  • Susan T.

    Submitted Aug 10, 2025

    Stayed Aug 2, 2025

    Rating 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: There were 12 of us spending the week at this lovely rental home. Three different families celebrating a big birthday & being all together. Every one of us loved our time spider Lake, from swimming to kayaking to having grandma shuttle the kids to the swim platform in the paddle boat! The layout of the house was perfect for us!

  • Rebecca M.

    Submitted Jul 28, 2025

    Stayed Jul 18, 2025

    Rating 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 fantastic week on Spider Lake. The weather was perfect. Tippicanoe Lodge was perfect. Our group consisted of eight adults and four boys, ages 5-7 years old.The bedrooms and baths were great. The kitchen, dining area, and living space were open, so there was plenty of room for everyone to gather. The kitchen was well-equipped, had two refrigerators, and a pantry. We utilized the laundry every day.There is a two-car garage that we used for storing gear we brought. There is a large deck overlooking the lake, and it is well-shaded. We utilized the dock and the swim platform each day. We used the fire ring each evening.We planned most meals and found everything we needed at Oleson's grocery. There were a couple of big take-out orders from Peegeo's. And a fantastic meal at Jolly Pumpkin.We spent a day at Clinch Park on the bay, but other than that, we weren't out as much as we expected. The little ones were busy at the lodge. They loved the hot tub. We brought along a fishing boat, which got a lot of use by many people every day. The lodge offers a pedal boat, several kayaks, and a canoe. We had most of those in the lake each day. The little boys had success fishing from the dock and the swimming platform each morning and night. We made trips to the sandbar near one of the islands.There are many wonderful memories from our stay together last week. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay on Spider Lake and the amenities at the Tippicanoe Lodge.

  • Sally L.

    Submitted Jul 19, 2025

    Stayed Jul 11, 2025

    Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. 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: This was our third year at Tippicanoe Lodge and we again had a wonderful time. There is plenty of room for the 13 of us and the dock, swimming dock, and water craft were enjoyed by all. The kitchen is well stocked and we made all of our meals there.

  • Submitted Jul 10, 2025

    Stayed Jun 29, 2025

    Rating 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: Wonderful house-very roomy, well equipped, great water gear; very good communication with management; overall very good stay

  • SALLY F.

    Submitted Jun 23, 2025

    Stayed Jun 2, 2025

    Our family of 11 gathered from Florida, Texas, Colorado and Michigan for a 50th birthday celebration. The property was a PERFECT fit for our group. The young ones had their own level with plenty of spacious bedrooms and a room full of games to keep them occupied while the adults gathered upstairs. The house is huge, well furnished and well supplied (but never could find tissues!). It was cool during our stay but that didn't stop the kids from enjoying the kayaks and paddleboat.

  • heidi t.

    Submitted May 14, 2025

    Stayed May 11, 2025

    We did a quick trip to the area with family. We had a great time playing pool, shuffleboard and table games. The main floor is huge with a gorgeous view. We were disappointed the kayaks were not available until memorial weekend with 70 degree weather, but we had fun exploring the area. The deer came on the property and we heard owls and loons. It’s a short drive to town. The wooded setting is awesome!

  • MITCHELL A.

    Submitted Apr 6, 2025

    Stayed Apr 4, 2025

    Had plenty of space and activities for everyone. Close enough to town that it wasn't a hassle but far enough that we were away from thru traffic

  • Susan K.

    Submitted Mar 16, 2025

    Stayed Mar 14, 2025

    We celebrated my husband birthday with family and friends. Some things need to be updated and others were updated. Great space!

  • tina p.

    Submitted Jan 27, 2025

    Stayed Jan 24, 2025

    We plan to return. My group of friends get together every January for good food and company, this was a perfect place for us

  • Angie B.

    Submitted Dec 31, 2024

    Stayed Dec 27, 2024

    We loved our stay! So much for the younger adults to do downstairs and a peaceful place upstairs. Clean, updated and would love to stay again!

  • Donna M.

    Submitted Nov 6, 2024

    Stayed Oct 31, 2024

    Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. 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 booked another location for our trip but it was cancelled on us at the last minute and we were able to find this rental property. It met and exceeded all of our expectations for space and location.

  • Susan K.

    Submitted Aug 29, 2024

    Stayed Dec 31, 1969

    Rating 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: Great experience...

  • Lorijean N.

    Submitted Aug 18, 2024

    Stayed Aug 11, 2024

    We had a wonderful time at this VRBO! Not only was there plenty of beds/bedrooms, but there was a great deal of space for everyone to relax and have multiple activities going on at once (playing cards upstairs and playing games or watching a movie downstairs, etc.). The balconies/decks were also very spacious and the view of the lake was beautiful. We were lucky to be there when the Northern Lights were visible and there was a meteor shower and the display was unfogettable. I couldn't recommend this VRBO more!

  • Gabriel S.

    Submitted Aug 12, 2024

    Stayed Aug 7, 2024

    We used so many of the amenities! Kayaks, swimming, walking, billards, shuffle board. Had a great time!

  • Sally L.

    Submitted Jul 21, 2024

    Stayed Dec 31, 1969

    Rating 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: Our family enjoyed this beautiful home for a second year. Plenty of space to play and talk, lovely waterfront, swim dock and boats, great kitchen with all the things needed to make family meals and firepit area for night time s’mores - all made for a memorable family vacation. And the location near Traverse City, Glenn Lake, Sutton’s Bay, and Lake Michigan made for something fun and different to do each day of the week.

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