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Waterfront Home with Cottage Charm

Waterfront vacation home with kitchen, steps from Lake Michigan

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Nestled between Traverse City and Suttons Bay, DAYBREAK offers a tranquil retreat in the heart of Northern Michigan. Start your day with majestic sunrise views of West Bay, then unwind on the dock or explore local wineries and brew pubs. With paddleboards and kayaks at your disposal, enjoy easy access to water sports.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Waterfront Home with Cottage Charm

Whether the height of summer season, the peak of fall colors, or a cozy winter weekend, experience Northern Michigan and all its splendor. Enjoy majestic sunrise views of West Bay (Lake Michigan) nestled between Traverse City and Suttons Bay- Spend the day on the dock, visit a local winery or brew pub, climb Sleeping Bear Dunes...
DAYBREAK puts you at the center of ACTION + RELAXATION

2 bedrooms and 1 bath are on the main floor with a great deck off the main living area. A queen bed with twin trundle, bathroom and ample living space are in the lower level that walks out to a lower deck area and grass. Easy dock access for swimming, sunbathing & water sports (paddleboard & kayak provided). A Pack-N-Play and baby gate are available as well. We have stocked the cottage with coolers, life jackets, beach chairs, a blue tooth speaker and beach towels.

***Brand new bathrooms as of may 1st!

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Dock
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: Smoking is NOT allowed anywhere on the property

Location highlights

  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Water sports equipment

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

Please, no smoking anywhere on the property, inside or outside. Please, not PETS!
Please do not use the neighbors yard for water access, respect our property line and utilize our property only.
No boats allowed docked on our dock. The winds kick up quickly and can damage boat and dock...both of which are expensive to repair and replace.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: there is a pac-n-play and black out shades

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is NOT allowed anywhere on the property

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Waterfront With Charm Suttons
Waterfront Home With Cottage Charm Suttons Bay
Waterfront Home With Cottage Charm Private vacation home

About the neighborhood

Located in Suttons Bay, this vacation home is on the waterfront. Ciccone Vineyard and Winery and bigLITTLE Wines are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Great Lakes Children's Museum and Great Wolf Lodge Water Park. Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf and Music House Museum are also worth visiting. Visit our Suttons Bay travel guide
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Suttons Bay, MI

What's nearby

  • Aerial of Leland, Michigan of Lake Michigan in Autumn
    Lake Leelanau
    5 min drive - 6.2 km
  • Leelanau Cheese Company
    4 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Ciccone Vineyard and Winery
    4 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Black Star Farms
    5 min drive - 5.8 km
  • L. Mawby Vineyards
    7 min drive - 4.0 km

Getting around

  • Cherry Capital Airport (TVC)
    24 min drive

Restaurants

  • Hop Lot Brewing Company
    7 min drive
  • Brengman Brothers
    8 min drive
  • Paradise Cove Bar & Grill
    14 min drive
  • VI Grill
    8 min drive
  • Bisto Polaris
    5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Waterfront Home with Cottage Charm pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Waterfront Home with Cottage Charm ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Waterfront Home with Cottage Charm ?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Waterfront Home with Cottage Charm located?

Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is within 3 mi (5 km) of Lake Michigan, Ciccone Vineyard and Winery, and bigLITTLE Wines. L. Mawby Vineyards and Leelanau Cheese Company are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Waterfront Home with Cottage Charm Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 46 out of 53 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 53 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 53 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 53 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 53 reviews

9.8

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Roxanne P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My first Vrbo stay. Glad it was here! Beautiful view, clean, the best!! I would definitely recommend this home!!!Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristine M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Michigan Escape

This is a terrific waterfront property on the Grand Traverse Bay. The two-level house layout flows well. It is conveniently located near many attractions - Traverse City, Fishtown, and Sleeping Bear Sand Dunes. There is car noise from M22, but it is not overwhelming.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Super Cool House on the Bay!!!

We loved our stay! We enjoyed the house, the bay, the area… ALL so nice! Very cool location close to so much… and right on the water! Loved swimming, kayaking and floating! Highly recommend this cozy home!!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lou Ann M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

just right

This property is on the water. The dock is great for swimming and using the kayaks supplied by the owner. The house is really nice and the deck outside has a beautiful view of the lake. We had a wonderful week.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect girls vacay location!

The house was clean, smelled fresh, all appliances worked, beds were comfortable. The house is located in a great area so we were able to go south into town and also north to explore a little. It was a perfect week and I would definitely stay at this property again! Some people may find the traffic from M22 too loud, but after a while, we didn't even notice it.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brad B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Stay!

The house was wonderful, right on Lake Michigan! It was as advertised and better! The kitchen had everything we needed, the house was stocked with all the essentials and the amount of water sport items was more than expected! Lee made it easy to communicate with and always replied promptly! If we need a place to stay again in N. Michigan, we will be looking here first!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary Jo P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful view of Lake Michigan

This is our second year of staying at this waterfront home south of Suttons Bay. The owner provided kayaks and life jackets which were used multiple times each day. The house is very clean and inviting. My grandchildren enjoyed playing the games on the shelves. The kitchen has everything you need for a vacation stay,
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erica K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect spot for families!

We had a wonderful stay! The two floors were perfect, we had a floor for grandparents and a floor for our family with the kids. The water was clear and shallow and fun for everyone to wade around. The water toys were a blast, we made extensive use of the kayaks, water matsl and stand up paddle board. We also had a lovely swan visitor. Great location between Suttons Bay and Traverse City. Stunning view of the bay. We loved every minute and would definitely return!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary Jo P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

House on Lake Michigan

The house was clean and organized. We had everything we needed for cooking for seven people. The grandchildren with their parents enjoyed the kayaks. The sun rise was magnificent from the deck that overlooks Lake Michigan.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Easy Access to All The Fun

The Waterfront home had beautiful views, especially from the expansive upper-level deck and wonderful dock with easy-access stairs to the clear, clean and waist-high - shallow for over 300 feet - lake. We built fires every night in the fire bowl to enjoy the moonrises and bountiful stars.The early-morning sunrises were absolutely stunning. The house is well-equipped and does have a cottage-like feel. Situated on M22, you do contend with traffic noise, but with a location halfway between Traverse City and Suttons Bay, it is a great spot to see and do so much.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Kadi P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Nice cottage

The waterfront home with cottage charm was a comfortable stay for the week. We enjoyed the lovely views of the water, the great deck overlooking it, and the open windows that let in a lot of sun and the view. The bathrooms were recently redone and are very nice. The home is right off of M22 and we were not prepared for how noisy the road is at night, and did detract from the peace and quiet of going up north. The basement is damp for anyone sleeping down there, and we had to get the propane tank filled for the grill and pick up more toilet paper and paper towel for our stay. Communication with the owner was very responsive, and there were a lot of board games and water toys that made our stay more fun with kids!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Vacation!

We have stayed at Lee's wonderful lake home three years now. It has everything we want: dock for kayaking, two decks for relaxing, fire pit. There is no amenity needed that is not stocked. The beds are comfortable. Not only is the house clean, but it decorated so lovely. The location is perfect for day trips. We visit many small towns, wineries, restaurants, bike trails and dunes. Lee is a great host; although we find that we don't even need to reach out to her since every detail is covered. The first year we had questions about the area and she was always gracious and quick to respond. Before finding this place, we stayed at a couple that were lacking. This one is a gem! :)
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gable M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a wonderful time, beautiful property in a great location
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Betty M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The home was cute and roomy and the Bay was shallow and clear, great kayaking for all! Would love to stay again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joanne C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely

We appreciated how cheerful and clean this property is!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Bachelorette party

We had an absolutely amazing time at this house! It was far enough away from town where we could enjoy the water and not hear all the noise! We played games on the deck while enjoying the water. Just a wonderful, cute, perfect place to stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Natalie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Cottage! Great Location!

We loved our stay at this property. The house was great and is exactly like it’s pictured. Whoever decorated did a great job. Everyone was comfortable. The location is perfect and the peninsula has become a new Michigan favorite. Our only issues were with spiders and ants on the counter, but we know it’s a lakeside cabin. Also the road was a bit loud but most of the time it didn’t bother us.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Abby S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stunning Views, Perfect Location!

Could not ask for anything better! The house was a great size for our girls trip (but would be perfect for a larger family or even two families since the downstairs was its own separate space), and the views were spectacular! We did not want for anything - fully stocked kitchen, toys and gear for the lake, comfortable beds/linens/pillows, wonderful outdoor living options, amazing location! I can’t say enough positives about this rental and will seek this property out again in the future!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

arnold w.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Overall we had a good time. Right on Grand Traverse Bay with a shallow area good for younger children. The home was well stocked with excellent provisions from the kitchen right down to the great bath towels and beach towels as well. Also, kayaks are available to use and many life vests are available. The layout also works well for those with children or multiple guests with a large living space at the ground level that includes a queen bed and twin bed trundle. However, one must be aware that the home is right on M-22 so there is a bit of traffic noise to overcome.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Our stay at the Bay

Our VRBO was absolutely fantastic! The layout of the home as well as being right on the bay was the perfect choice for us and our friends. The distance to downtown was far enough away that we felt the charm of the bay but close enough to travel to all the fun downtown sites to explore and enjoy. The home was very clean and was supplied well with extras to have fun if we just wanted to stay, enjoy the dock and water. recommend this VRBO highly.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fun on East Bay

We had a great time. We enjoyed the water & the water toys. We drove to Sleeping Bear Sand Dunes & did the scenic drive tour & took lots of photos! We drove into Traverse City & did some shopping in the Open Space tents & walked through the down town area & along the marina to admire the fancy boats. We ate at some of our favorite restaurants & A
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Holly G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lake vacation

This was a wonderful house for us. It slept five comfortably could have slept more but there would be less privacy since only three “bedrooms”. The house was clean and well stocked with cooking supplies and storage containers. Perfect lake access off the backyard with slightly rocky/mostly Sandy bottom and great swimming. We had access to two kayaks, a SUP, a lily pad, a gas grill, an anchor, and used everything! Only downsides are, when the AC is on to make it comfy upstairs, the downstairs is freezing, and there is constant traffic noise from M22. However, being on M22 was also great since it was so easy to get to Sutton’s Bay, Leland, Sleeping Bear Dunes, and Traverse City. Lee was very responsive amd accommodating. We will definitely come back to Daybreak!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lauren S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Our slice of Lake Michigan!!

We had a wonderful family vacation here. Everything was brand new and clean. The owner, Lee, was incredibly accommodating, honest, and happy to get us anything we needed/wanted. The view is beautiful. We asked if she had a firepit and she happily got us a brand new one. Having kayaks and paddleboard was awesome. We used her brand new cooler on our boat day and her life jackets provided. She also left us delicious local wine, coffee and all the goodies for s'mores. Her restaurant suggestions in the book were delicious. Everything was sparkling clean with plenty of pillows, blankets and bath towels stocked in closets. Kitchen was stocked with brand new pots pans and anything you'd need. WiFi worked really well. We saw the sun rise each morning and the moon rise each night. The deck off the kitchen/living area is amazing. Thanks, Lee for the great place and hospitality. Many family memories were made! We also loved the location, with the short drive to Suttons Bay and TC.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gorgeous view!

Wow! The back of the house has two lare decks facing the water and is just gorgeous! House is beachy and super cute and very clean. Lower level is perfect for a family with kids. Location to TC and to wineries is awesome. Only downside is that it is on a busy street so those sleeping on main floor had some traffic noise (white noise on your phone might be helpful). All in all, loved it!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Samantha F., Detroit, MI

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Stay!

We had an absolutely great time at Lee’s place and so lucky to have booked it! We went for a girls weekend and able to closely visit wineries, hang out on the balcony and have dinner in Traverse City. We kept remarking the whole weekend how perfect it was. We would love to come back next year, thanks Lee!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022