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ENJOY A FAMILY SAFE VACATION WITH KAYAKS,PADDLE BOAT,and ROWBOATS -ON LAKE FRONT

ENJOY A FAMILY SAFE VACATION WITH KAYAKS,PADDLE BOAT,and ROWBOATS -ON LAKE FRONT

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Overview of ENJOY A FAMILY SAFE VACATION WITH KAYAKS,PADDLE BOAT,and ROWBOATS -ON LAKE FRONT

Reviews
9.8 out of 10 Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8167 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning

Check out the area

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Traverse City, MI
  • Popular LocationSpider Lake1 min walk
  • Popular LocationTraverse City Beach12 min drive
  • Popular LocationTraverse City State Park18 min drive
  • AirportTraverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)19 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

BUNK ROOM

LOWER GUEST ROOM

MASTER SUITE

WALKOUT FAMILY ROOM

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Dining Area

About this property

ENJOY A FAMILY SAFE VACATION WITH KAYAKS,PADDLE BOAT,and ROWBOATS -ON LAKE FRONT

Classic Northern Michigan Lake Cottage,Traverse City Spider Lk

**SAFE & EXTRA CLEAN-PRIVATE- FAMILY OWNED AND MAINTAINED**

*****WONDERFUL SANDY BEACH FRONT WITH PRIVATE DOCK, KAYAKS, PADDLEBOAT AND ROW BOATS> ****** SPIDER LAKE / 3 BEDROOM (Including Master Suite) 2 FULL BATHS + ADDITIONAL FAMILY ROOM ON LOWER WALK OUT+ NEW 55' FLAT SCREEN WITH BLUE RAY DVD + LARGE DECK OFF FAMILY ROOM AND MASTER SUITE + SCREENED IN BALCONY OVERLOOKING LAKE+ METICULOUS WITH ATTENTION TO DETAIL AND COMFORT RIGHT DOWN TO THE SMOOTHIE MA

TENNIS COURTS, BASKETBALL HOOPS, AND BASEBALL DIAMOND AT COMMUNITY PARK+SENIOR DISCOUNTS!!! This cottage includes a master suite with bath, fishing boat with dock, beautiful sandy beach, 2 Family Rooms both equipped with Cable & DVD, newly remodeled with multiple outdoor decks & covered balcony. Our Lakefront Cottage is located in the Forest Lakes Resort Area just 15 minutes southeast of Downtown Traverse City. It is available ALL YEAR. Weekly rentals run Sunday 3pm until the following Sunday morning at 11am. FAMILY RENTALS ONLY . Cottage is in a family friendly setting, no parties. Quiet time after 10pm. Guests must read and sign rental agreement, available online.

Amenities include an equipped kitchen, living/dining room and lower walkout family room. The master suite has a full bath and doorwall opening to deck, 2nd Bedroom (bunk room) has two twin bunk beds (sleeps 4) 3rd bedroom is off of family room in walkout with sleeper sofa in lower level, laundry room with stackable washer/dryer, additional full bath on main level, screened in porch off living room and lower level covered porch over looking lake.

All linens except personal and beach towels are furnished. The location offers spectacular views of the lake and bay. Spider Lake is unique in that we have 3 Public Islands with 459 acres of Lake. We have an association that regulates a quiet time early in the morning and in the evening for fishing, kayaking, canoeing, and sailing. This no wake time adds to the Up North peaceful feel you can enjoy at our cottage. With Spider Lake being located in the Forest Lake Resort Area it allows you the ability to visit a number of other lakes close at hand. Turtle Creek Casino a short Uber or Lyft away.

Whether you prefer a lazy or active vacation, you will find it here. Our family cottage offers you a swim, great fishing, row the interesting shoreline or visit an island to picnic on or swim off its sandbar, read a book, enjoy a casual dinner or relax on one of the many out door living areas. There are several golf courses and casinos a close drive from the cottage. Spider lake boat launch is nearby. A park with a baseball diamond, tennis, and basketball courts is just up the road.

Enjoy a dinner at home on the deck with a a glass of wine from your day trip to one of the local wineries topped off by a bonfire on the beach roasting marshmallows for desert ; or a short drive to fine dining restaurants over looking the bay and a stroll in downtown Traverse City you will relax and unwind in this Northern Michigan Resort Area.

Our cottage is available for weekly rental, ALL YEAR 'A deposit is required to hold your reservation and the balance is due 60 days prior to your arrival. More detailed directions and information will be provided at the time you make your reservation. We are always pleased to answer any questions and go out of our way to make your stay with us one of the best Up North Vacations you have ever had! Stay with us you won't be disappointed!

Keywords: House

Property manager

Susan Ciolek

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Beach view

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed
No bachelor or bachelorette events

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
*FULL REFUND AT ANY TIME IF HOUSE CAN BE REBOOKED. *RENTAL AGREEMENT SIGNED AND RETURNED VIA EMAIL *MICHIGAN BOATER SAFETY RULES ACCEPTED AND SIGNED.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
Note from host: no bachelor or bachelorette events
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

About the area

Traverse City

Located in Traverse City, this cottage is on the beach. The Dennos Museum Center and Music House Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Centre Ice Arena and Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf. Traveling with kids? Consider Great Wolf Lodge Water Park, or check out an event or a game at Turtle Creek Stadium. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Traverse City, MI

What's nearby

  • Spider Lake - 1 min walk
  • Traverse City Beach - 12 min drive
  • Centre Ice Arena - 14 min drive
  • Traverse City State Park - 18 min drive
  • Front Street - 22 min drive

Getting around

  • Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • Culver's - 20 min drive
  • Stone Hound Brewing - 19 min drive
  • Peegeo's - 6 min drive
  • Smoke and Porter Public House - 17 min drive
  • Burger King - 17 min drive

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Suzy D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay in a perfect location.
The house was exactly as described. Kitchen had everything we needed. The access to the lake was amazing, beds were comfortable. We caught fish off the docks, swam in the water, kayaked around the lake and had campfires at night. There’s a very cool resident snapping turtle who made an appearance at the dock several times. Relaxing and fun vacation! Location was close to other activities in Traverse City but very quiet at night.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Cindy W.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful location.
This is a beautiful location very convenient to Traverse City, Suttons Bay and less than an hour to Petoskey. Nice beach area. Deck needs cleaning and a good investment would be new deck furniture. The set there is very old and peeling and very heavy to move around. Owners really nice and communication was good. The family enjoyed our stay and would stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We appreciate excellent property owner like this who share their beautiful property with us so we ma
We will definitely be revisiting this property again with our family as everyone enjoyed our stay! Thank you again to these great property owners!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

MICHAEL K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Family Vacation
This was our second year staying at this location. We enjoyed the beach and water activities.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Madison H.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lake house
It was in a good location not far from town in a quite neighborhood. The lake is beautiful and it’s a nice get away
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

About the host

Hosted by Susan Ciolek

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Our cottage has been in the family for more then fifty years and three generations. Many fond memories have taken place at Spider Lake. It is our hope that your family will enjoy your vacation and make new memories.

Why they chose this property

My parents purchased our cottage in 1967. I spent all of my summers during my teenage years on Spider Lake. My own children have summered since birth at the lake. Our beach sand is excellent for small children to play in. We are retired and live next door if you need any help. The cottage is personally maintained and cleaned by my husband. Our friends rent pontoons and jet skies if needed. Where else can you vacation virus free!

What makes this property unique

While staying at the cottage don't miss visiting Ranch Rudolph just minutes away for horseback riding, tubing & canoeing. The local hangout for great pizza or a mouth watering skirt steak is Peego's and it has nightly entertainment on the outside deck on weekends. A drive up the Peninsula between East and West Bay to the Light House is a must. Stop to enjoy great food at Old Mission Tavern while viewing their many works of art by local artists in the restaurant and gallery in the back. Then enjoy a drink or gourmet dining while the sun sets over West Bay at the Boat House or Bowers Harbor Inn.
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