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Traverse City West Bay Direct Waterfront

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A wooden deck with outdoor seating, overlooking a body of water with a boat in the distance. - Traverse City West Bay Direct Waterfront (Traverse City)
A modern kitchen with a stainless steel refrigerator, a built-in dishwasher, a sink, and a dining area with a glass table and chairs. - Traverse City West Bay Direct Waterfront (Traverse City)
A modern living room with a sofa, a flat-screen TV, and a staircase. - Traverse City West Bay Direct Waterfront (Traverse City)
A dining area with a long table and chairs, a kitchen with a sink and counter, and large windows with a view of the outdoors. - Traverse City West Bay Direct Waterfront (Traverse City)
A modern staircase with glass railings and wooden steps. - Traverse City West Bay Direct Waterfront (Traverse City)
At Traverse City West Bay Direct Waterfront, you can look forward to a firepit, a playground, and laundry facilities. This vacation home is a great place to bask in the sun with a beachfront location and sun loungers. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8163 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

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About this property

Traverse City West Bay Direct Waterfront

  • Newly updated home directly on West Grand Traverse Bay! Contact host to book with up to three easy payments.

    With the option of up to four bedrooms and an open floor plan, this house is perfect for a weekend getaway, family vacation or corporate retreat. Bring the whole group up as this house can sleep 8 people comfortably.

    With the house being located directly on West Grand Traverse Bay, you'll be able to enjoy panoramic bay views while being just minutes from downtown Traverse City. Plenty of restaurants, shops, parks, wineries, breweries, etc. just minutes away. #2026-16

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach loungers

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1"on-site accessible parking spaces 1", on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near the sea
  • On a lake
  • On the bay
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

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)
  • Deadbolt lock
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 1,750 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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

QUIET HOURS - Property guest shall observe quiet hours between 10 pm and 8 am Sunday through Thursday and between 11pm and 8am Friday and Saturday.
No Fireworks Allowed

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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

This property does not have elevators

About the neighborhood

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Traverse City, MI

What's nearby

  • A marina with boats docked, a wooden railing, and a glass of beer.
    Grand Traverse Bay
    1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • A dock with several boats moored alongside, a wooden pier, and buildings in the background.
    Front Street
    9 min drive - 9.4 km
  • A beach with a lighthouse, autumn trees, and a cloudy sky.
    Traverse City Beach
    16 min drive - 17.0 km
  • Cedar Lake
    18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Village at Grand Traverse Commons
    11 min drive - 10.1 km

Getting around

  • Cherry Capital Airport (TVC)
    17 min drive

Restaurants

  • Water Bearer Coffee
    7 min drive
  • North Peak Brewing Company
    7 min drive
  • The Tasting Room
    7 min drive
  • Lil Bo
    7 min drive
  • West End Tavern
    3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Traverse City West Bay Direct Waterfront 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 Traverse City West Bay Direct Waterfront?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Traverse City West Bay Direct Waterfront?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Traverse City West Bay Direct Waterfront located?

Situated on the beach, this vacation home is steps from Grand Traverse Bay and Lake Michigan. Cedar Lake and Brengman Brothers are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Reviews

Traverse City West Bay Direct Waterfront Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.8

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 146 out of 149 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 149 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 149 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 149 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 149 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was clean and as advertised. The host, Doug, had very good communication and helpful pointers about the area.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gorgeous property in a perfect location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great vacation spot

My whole family stayed for a week absolutely lovely
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an amazing stay! The property is beautiful and right on the water, with stunning waterfront views. The house was spotless, well-maintained, and in a perfect location—just minutes from downtown Traverse City. The host was incredibly communicative and accommodating throughout our stay. We especially loved the outdoor patio, which made the experience even more relaxing. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful stay

The property was very nice and in good location that was close to everything.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay right on the water!

Amazing place to stay right on the water and only a few minutes from downtown traverse. The outdoor space in the backyard space incredible. Also Doug was a great host and very helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing Stay

What an amazing property, and really an even better experience with Doug. We felt completely at home and the communication with Doug all weekend was great. Could not ask for a better spot to get away & relax at!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay and house!

We had the most WONDERFUL time at Doug's property, being on the lake was amazing and Doug was so helpful in getting us settled. A truly exceptional experience!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property is beyond excellent. Everything is updated in & outside the house. The views from the state of the art deck & water access were so beautiful. We enjoyed countless amenities. We would definitely love to come back. Thank you Doug!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect View

We came to celebrate our daughter’s wedding. Perfect spot with an amazing view.
Stayed 14 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Spectacular home on West Bay!

This property is amazing! Better than the photos. Accommodations were lovely and the exterior spaces exceeded our expectations. Close to downtown Traverse City and the many vineyards. Awesome to be right on the water!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Traverse City vacation

Douglas was a great host! His property had amazing views and an outstanding patio area with lots of comfortable seating. His home was beautiful, clean and had luxurious amenities!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Super

Exactly as described! The view and bay access was amazing. Very relaxing
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Magical Lakefront Property

This house is incredible! The spacious patio with plenty of seating, fire pit and heaters was our favorite place to be. The interior is beautifully decorated and has everything you could possibly need. Doug was great at communicating instructions and showed us around the property upon arrival. Highly recommend for a family weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Outstanding Experience

Our family thoroughly enjoyed our stay here and the fine accommodations. Doug Street is an outstanding host who is very easy to work with. The Patio was an amazing place to spend time our adult children and grandchildren. We spent most of our time there and on the beach area just in front of the patio. It was nice to have the properties mooring station in place so we could keep the pontoon boat tied up steps away from the patio.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing home

It was an amazing home that provided our group with such a fantastic trip. It was an opportunity for our entire group of friends to hang out and visit. We cooked great meals and ate outside. We spent the evening on the monster patio around the fire. We cannot wait to do it again. Doug was an amazing host, and it was great to run into him in town. Thanks for everything!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

First time in Traverse City

This was a special vacation with family and friends. Everything was as advertised. It was greatly enhanced by the owner and excellent communication before and during our stay. I have stayed at many rental properties around the world. This was top notch from beginning to end. The owner even gave us a lift to the airport.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great getaway for families

We were so happy with this home on Lake Michigan. Being on West bay was delightful because the water wasn’t as rough as the open lake is. The lower deck was our favorite space every day! The two sections where you can walk directly into the water or play on the beach are so good for kids, or adults. The house accommodates big groups so nicely. Douglas was super helpful & tries to make sure anything you need is there. He also has some great restaurant recommendations. Definitely a 10/10 place!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Waves at the Wonderful Waterfront

Book this property now! We lived on the back deck for the entire week of July 4th. With the outdoor space heaters and the gas fire feature, we drank coffee before the sunrise and stayed out until the wee hours the next morning. Seating for twice the occupancy. Host Douglas Sheets previewed the house and made sure all amenities were available, TP, paper towels, trash bags, salt, pepper, things that we have had to buy at other VRBOs. Worth every penny.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The patio has such an awesome and breathtaking waterfront view! Doug was great and he was very responsive to all of our questions. We had an issue with the fire pit on the patio and he brought over 2 fire tube towers to make up for it so that our group could enjoy epic evenings on the patio! Thanks for a memorable vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay at this beautiful home. The view was spectacular, and the house was extremely clean and well maintained. It had every amenity we could have needed, which made our stay even more enjoyable and comfortable. We truly enjoyed our time here.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We found the home to be very comfortable to gather as a family or find a quiet space for alone time. The bed in the master bedroom is super comfortable. The kitchen is open and easy to work in and well stocked with dishes and utensils. The living room has a large and comfortable couch. Doug, the host, was easily reachable when we had questions and went above and beyond to make us feel welcome and our stay comfortable. Thank you Doug.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect stay. We will definitely stay here again.

We had ample room with a gorgeous view.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This host and property deserve every one of the five stars! The host was very helpful and met us to walk us through the use of everything in the house. The property itself was modern and very clean. The deck and patio were perfect for relaxing and enjoying the beautiful lake view. It is a perfect spot for a family vacation!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place for a family getaway I would like

Great Location, property, and the views were outstanding. Perfect for family stays. We had 5 adults and 2 children under 4 and everything about it was great. Doug was great to deal with and went out of his way for us.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025