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Traverse City Retreat | Hot Tub | 8 miles to downtown

Travelers find peaceful retreat in this coastal farmhouse where spacious living areas invite connection and an outdoor fire pit creates perfect stargazing moments

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Immerse yourself in the tranquility of The Nest at Long Lake, a modern coastal farmhouse with beautiful country-side views. Enjoy quality time with family and friends in the spacious living room by the cozy fireplace or around the outdoor firepit under starry skies. This home features 5 bedrooms, a well-stocked kitchen, and plenty of parking for vehicles, RVs and boats.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen

About the neighborhood

Located in Traverse City, this country house is near the beach. Shoppers can check out Front Street, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Lake Michigan and Traverse City Beach. Traveling with kids? Consider Burnett Park and Great Lakes Children's Museum. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or check out other outdoor activities such as snowmobiling and ice skating. Visit our Traverse City travel guide
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Traverse City, MI

What's nearby

  • A slice of fruit crumble pie on a glass plate with a coffee cup in the background.
    Front Street
    13 min drive - 16.0 km
  • A coastal town with a large body of water, dense residential area, and a prominent church.
    Traverse City Beach
    20 min drive - 23.6 km
  • A wooden pier extending into calm water with a sunset sky.
    Traverse City State Park
    20 min drive - 23.6 km
  • beach near Taylor Park
    19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Turtle Creek Stadium
    17 min drive - 21.3 km

Getting around

  • Cherry Capital Airport (TVC)
    24 min drive

Restaurants

  • Starbucks
    10 min drive
  • Qdoba Mexican Eats
    11 min drive
  • Outback Steakhouse
    11 min drive
  • Camp Critter Bar & Grille at Great Wolf Lodge
    11 min drive
  • Francisco's Market & Deli
    9 min drive

About this property

Traverse City Retreat | Hot Tub | 8 miles to downtown

  • Family-friendly country house near Lake Michigan
  • Consider a stay at Traverse City Retreat | Hot Tub | 8 miles to downtown and take advantage of a water park, a firepit, and a garden. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices), and guests can find other amenities such as laundry facilities and a hot tub.
  • You'll also find perks like:
    • An electric car charging station, games, and books
    • Barbecue grills and smoke-free premises
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms at Traverse City Retreat | Hot Tub | 8 miles to downtown include comforts such as fireplaces and air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi and offices.
  • Other conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Highchairs, children's dinnerware, and children's books
    • 2.5 bathrooms with showers and shower/tub combinations
    • Smart TVs with cable channels
    • Decks/patios, outdoor lighting, and separate dining areas

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Things to do

  • Books
  • Games
  • Hot tub
  • Ski lift privileges
  • Water park

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden

Spa

  • Massage

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Chef service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Separate dining area
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Living room
  • Office

Policies

Check-in

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

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

Guests must sign a rental agreement within 2 days of booking. Minimum age to rent is 21.
No parties or events are allowed. Please no smoking indoors. Please keep pets off of furniture.
Please no confetti/glitter or burning candles. There is a $300 security deposit hold.

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

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
Cashless transactions are available
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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 recommended for transportation to and from this property

Frequently asked questions

Is Traverse City Retreat | Hot Tub | 8 miles to downtown pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Traverse City Retreat | Hot Tub | 8 miles to downtown?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Traverse City Retreat | Hot Tub | 8 miles to downtown?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Traverse City Retreat | Hot Tub | 8 miles to downtown located?

This family-friendly Traverse City country house is located near the beach, within 3 mi (5 km) of Gilbert Park, Bullhead Lake Natural Area and Cedar Run Creek Natural Area. Cedar Lake is 2.5 mi (4 km) away.

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Reviews

Traverse City Retreat | Hot Tub | 8 miles to downtown Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.6

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 18 out of 22 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 22 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 22 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melanie L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely, spacious home for our party of seven. We appreciated the cozy fireplace on the chilly nights and the short drive to downtown Traverse City.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tom L.

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

Great Space for a Group

Well appointed and lovely home. Great for our group of soccer families on a trip to TC. Easy to fine, very attentive property management, and an enjoyable space to unwind after a long day of tournament play!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Monica C.

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

Convenient location, fine stay

The house is in a good location for adventures in Glen Arbor and Traverse City. It was great to have so many towels and everything was clean (agree with other reviewer that more hooks would be helpful in the bathroom). Communication was excellent; very responsive.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nikole R.

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

Family getaway

Stay was comfortable and in a nice area, however the kitchen could be better stocked with things for those that cook and bake more. A small stool could be useful in the upstairs, hallway bathroom as well as towel hooks. Would recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Adarsh G.

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

Spacious, Comfortable Stay with a Few Things to Be Aware Of

The house had tons of space—perfect for our large family. The kitchen was well-equipped with great storage, and the backyard and fireplace were fantastic touches. We especially appreciated the stack of firewood ready for us. The property is dog-friendly, which we loved, and the yard is big enough for pets and kids to play comfortably. Check-in was easy—they even let us in 20 minutes early. We liked the keyless entry, garage access, and a large driveway that fit two SUVs, a truck, and a small car without any issues. Inside, there were plenty of towels, and checkout was simple—just start the dishwasher and take out the trash. As first-time VRBO users, the lack of a long cleaning list was a huge plus.However, a few things to note: The water pressure is poor, especially in the master bath. The well pump seems too small for the house’s size (I have a well too). Also, we noticed signs of septic/plumbing venting issues, though it didn’t directly affect us. The “5th bedroom” is actually a converted study with a pull-out sofa bed—uncomfortable and lacking privacy due to glass-paneled doors. Upstairs ceiling fan randomly turn on at night, likely due to a dimmer switch issue, but tower fans were available and worked well. The basement is under renovation, not a problem, just a heads-up.Also, after booking, you’ll need to complete a second rental app with a license upload and credit card deposit of 500. No issues with the return, but it was an extra administrative step worth noting.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

stacey l.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was good
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nayla K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home! Great location! Lovely for kids and older adults. Beds are very comfortable. Super clean. Would definitely come back!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jackie D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfy home just outside the bustle of Traverse City. We loved the open kitchen & living space, the beautiful outdoor space, and comfy beds. Owner was very responsive to any questions or needs that arose!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kurt N.

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

Great property! Would rent again!

Loved the location!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Callum H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice clean house with late check out allowed.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dana B.

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

Traverse City lovely house

We had a great vacation at the house. It was very clean, nice amenities, good location, plenty of room. The yard was excellent for meals outside and playing with the kids. The ping pong table in the garage was a bonus.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lori F.

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

Comfortable winter getaway

This was a perfect place to land for the night after a day of winter adventures! Communication from the host was prompt and helpful. We found the home to be exactly as we expected based on the listing and hope to be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kim B.

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

Nice property

Very clean and stocked with necessary items
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paula T.

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

Wedding weekend

The home was wonderful and the location was perfect between the lake/dunes and Traverse City!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Charles J.

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

Great Lakes NP Tour

Very responsive to AC issue, Issues with bedroom LED sconce lights.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Yuliya M.

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

Best rental ever!

We were an extended family staying the weekend at this gorgeous rental! The home’s styling was stunning! Every detail was perfect; the hosts thought of everything! I had an easy check in/out, and when we had questions, the hosts were very responsive. We loved it, and hope to come back and stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

BRIAN H.

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

Cherry Republic Job

Just what we needed
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John C.

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

TC visit

Very nice. Felt at home right away.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey D.

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

Traverse City

Other than the ants and the upstairs being significantly warmer than the downstairs, it is a great property!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra K.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025