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Open all Year! PONTOON BOAT! Gameroom! KAYAKS! No extra Host, or cleaning fees!

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Property grounds
4 bedrooms, cots/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets
Smart TV, fireplace, video games, DVD player
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Reviews
9.8

Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 102000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning

Explore the area

Map
Traverse City, MI
  • Popular LocationGreat Wolf Lodge Water Park16 min drive
  • Popular LocationFront Street18 min drive
  • Popular LocationTurtle Creek Stadium19 min drive
  • AirportTraverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)28 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Open all Year! PONTOON BOAT! Gameroom! KAYAKS! No extra Host, or cleaning fees!

OPEN ALL YEAR!

- For your Fall Color Tour, Cozy Family Thanksgiving, Holiday & Winter Ski Getaways, Spring Break, and Summer Vacations!!

- And as always, we never charge Host, Cleaning, Pet (up to two dogs), or Extra Guest fees!

Be our guest at this beautiful Northern Michigan Vacation Getaway. This 2000 sq ft, 4 bedroom, 2 bath, lodge style home, is nestled amidst towering hardwoods, and features views through the trees, of Cedar Lake. Knotty pine, log beams, ceramic tile, and a cozy fireplace, adorn the interior. Watch the wildlife roam through the yard on your 100' of private *frontage on Cedar Lake. The home is also designed with family fun in mind, with separate areas for adults, and little ones alike.

Cedar Lake is a beautiful, peaceful No Wake fishing lake, perfect for those morning coffee kayak trips, fishing with the family, or just being plain lazy. Off the beaten path yet right in the center of one of Northern Michigan's most desired vacation destination spots. This Western Michigan Cottage is located just west of downtown Traverse City. You're only minutes from such areas as Empire, Sleeping Bear Dunes, Glen Arbor and Old Mission. Come and experience the best that Northern Michigan has to offer.

Cedar Lake Lodge is open all year long and offers a wide variety of activities for every season.

Home includes the use of a **free pontoon boat w/10 gal free fuel (Memorial week til early October), Floating Aqua-Play-Mat (Memorial Week thru Labor Day Week), kayaks (May 1st til Nov 1st), and row boat (April 1st til Nov 15th), dock (Mid-May til Nov 1st).

*Frontage is typical northern Michigan soft sediment (mucky) bottom, great for fishing, but definitely not sandy.

**As a FREE bonus to our guests in our summer months, we offer you the use of one of a pontoon boats. They are nothing special. They are clean and well maintained. They range in size from 18-24ft. They range in age from 20-30 years old w/2stroke motors ranging from 25 - 35 hp. While these boats may not fulfill the boating dreams of some people, they are perfect for a sunset cruise or a family fishing outing. We even supply you with 10 gallons of pre-mixed gasoline!. To get the most enjoyment from these boats it is recommended that person with a knowledge of boating and two stroke motors be involved operating them. If not we do have full instructions, and technical assistance available if necessary. See photo of typical pontoon boat.

----- Also we provide a starter supply of paper/soap products which should be enough for a typical 2 night stay for smaller groups of 2 - 4 people. For a complete list of "what is provided" and "things to bring", check out "Using the property”, on your “My Trip” page.

- For our winter guests we recommend bringing an all-wheel-drive vehicle or at the very least a front wheel drive with good snow tires.

- There are neighbors, no parties, or events.

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Property manager

Lizzie B

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach sunloungers

Ski

  • Snowboarding and cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Free Wi-Fi, with a speed of 25+ Mbps

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen island
  • Toaster
  • Paper towels
  • Coffee/tea maker

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bath or shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Games room
  • Video games
  • DVD player
  • Video library
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near a laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total pets
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Handrails in stairwells
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No lifts
  • 5 steps to reach property
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • On the waterfront
  • In a rural location
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Water sports equipment
  • Snow sports gear
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Kayaking on site
  • Boating on site
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% of lighting from LEDs
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Energy-saving switches
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • Unit size: 2000 sq ft (186 sq m)

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OPEN ALL YEAR! Kayaks! PONTOON BOAT! gameroom! FLOATING AQUA-PLAY-MAT!
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (77)
OPEN ALL YEAR! Kayaks! PONTOON BOAT! gameroom! FLOATING AQUA-PLAY-MAT!

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cots are available on request at 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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
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 any lifts
A car is required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Open Year Round. Pontoon Boat! Gameroom! Newer Home!
Open ALL Year! Watertrampoline! Pontoon Boat! Gameroom! Kayaks!

About the area

Traverse City

Located in Traverse City, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Kresge Auditorium and Old Town Playhouse are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Village at Grand Traverse Commons and City Opera House. Travelling with kids? Consider Great Wolf Lodge Water Park and Great Lakes Children's Museum. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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What's nearby

  • Village at Grand Traverse Commons - 14 min drive
  • Bass Lake - 16 min drive
  • Great Wolf Lodge Water Park - 16 min drive
  • Front Street - 18 min drive
  • Turtle Creek Stadium - 19 min drive

Getting around

  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • Wendy's - 12 min drive
  • Dilbert's - 14 min drive
  • Lake Ann Brewing Company - 7 min drive
  • Bradley's Pub & Grille - 16 min drive
  • Francisco's Market & Deli - 14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Open all Year! PONTOON BOAT! Gameroom! KAYAKS! No extra Host, or cleaning fees! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Open all Year! PONTOON BOAT! Gameroom! KAYAKS! No extra Host, or cleaning fees! ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Open all Year! PONTOON BOAT! Gameroom! KAYAKS! No extra Host, or cleaning fees! ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Open all Year! PONTOON BOAT! Gameroom! KAYAKS! No extra Host, or cleaning fees! located?

Located on the waterfront, this family-friendly holiday home is within 9 mi (15 km) of Mistwood Golf Course, Bass Lake and Interlochen Center for the Arts. Great Wolf Lodge Water Park and Great Lakes Children's Museum are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 29 out of 33 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 33 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Amartya C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place for a short trip
Really enjoyed our stay. Property was nice and clean and matched the description. A nice place to stay for a couple of days, far from the madding crowd 🙂. Great communication with the owner and very helpful with adjustment on our stay duration.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andy B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fun stay
Had a good time and wished we had been able to stay longer. Everything was great about the home and we all enjoyed our trip.

10/10 Excellent

Stephen B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great wolf water park getaway
Worked out well for our family (nine of us). Clean and comfortable. Beautiful wooded lot with view of small lake. 20 minute drive to water park and traverse city.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Travis K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great House! (exactly as described)
We really enjoyed ourselves in this charming home. The owner’s instructions/descriptions were spot on so please pay attention to them. We really hope to come back when the weather is nicer so we can take advantage of the lake, boat, etc…. The driveway could be easily missed at night so it’s best to arrive durning the day for checkin.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janet T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy during a Blizzard!
Our family group of 7 adults decided to risk it and arrive just before the start of a 2 day blizzard which was predicted to leave up to 26" of snow. (Be sure to listen to the advice to have an AWD vehicle for the snow covered roads!)The cabin was warm and perfect for our group. We cooked and played pool, watched a dvd from their selection. We went out on one of the blizzard nights to the local bar and got pizza. The other patrons were all friendly and it was a fun night with everyone braving the storm and enjoying the night. We did bring extra blankets which the instructions suggested and we were glad we did. All of the house suggestions are important to heed. We did need them all. We slept in comfortable beds and there was a nice amount of space for us all. The massive window in the main room was beautiful for watching the dramatic weather unfolding outside!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karla F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Early Fall Weekend
The cottage and property were perfect for our weekend. It is very private (although someone is building on the lot next door), and there is a lot of space. We made many trips up and down the path to the lake - perfect for the dogs! We used the firepit on the dock but not the one next to the house. Pretty cool to sit on the dock around a fire and watch the stars come out. Sunrises were perfect! Every day a different sunrise over Cedar Lake. Caught a few bass off the pontoon. It was very peaceful. If you paid attention you could hear barred owls and sandhill cranes. Also saw an eagle and a pileated woodpecker. The cottage was set up perfectly for us with sleeping available on three levels. Not sure how comfy the bunk beds were, but the queen was good. The furniture in the living room isn't very comfortable. The kitchen table works well. The bathrooms and kitchen were good, and the bedrooms were great with plenty of places to put your stuff after unpacking. It had everything we needed for a great weekend.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alice R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful get away
Great property with lots of amenities. Close to town but not to close! Loved the proximity to other lakes and trails. We will be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kyra M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Michigan Getaway!
Our stay was great! Cozy cabin, clear lake for swimming, loved kayaking and swimming off the pontoon. The home is situated between Traverse City and the Sleeping Bear Dunes area. We loved our outdoor adventures and the cabin was great for our indoor rainy days too!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kolby M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect family getaway
This cabin was better than I anticipated. Sometimes I worry lakehouses will be gross and not taken care of, but everything here was in perfect shape and made us feel right at home. There was plenty of space for our group of 7 adults and 1 baby. We loved that they had everything we need, from life jackets, to a girdle. There was a pack-and-play already there but I didn't realize it and we brought our own. If I was to improve one thing it would be to have lawn chairs that we could bring to the beach. The hosts were very nice and had lots of instructions as well as recommendations for things to do. We can't wait to come back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mark L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place on the lake
Beautiful house and property on a very quiet and calm lake. This property had everything needed for a perfect family summer vacation and we will definitely be booking this house again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022