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Bay View - Private Dock on West Bay

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
TV, fireplace, offices
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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8205 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Washer
  • Outdoor space
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Traverse City, MI
  • Front Street
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Village at Grand Traverse Commons
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Traverse City Beach
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪19 min drive‬

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About the area

Traverse City

When you stay at this vacation home in Traverse City, you'll be on the waterfront, a 1-minute drive from Lake Michigan and 9 minutes from Front Street. .This vacation home is 21.7 mi (35 km) from Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore and 7.6 mi (12.2 km) from Grand Traverse Bay.

What's nearby

  • Front Street - 9 min drive - 9.5 km
  • Munson Healthcare - 10 min drive - 9.8 km
  • Village at Grand Traverse Commons - 10 min drive - 9.6 km
  • Great Wolf Lodge Water Park - 12 min drive - 12.3 km
  • Traverse City Beach - 15 min drive - 15.2 km

Getting around

  • Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪North Peak Brewing Company - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Barrio - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Folgarelli's Market & Wine Shop - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Loco Boys Brewing Company - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Slabtown Burger - ‬9 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.

Bay View - Private Dock on West Bay

Summary:
Bay View is a 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 2 car garage home located on M-22 with private lakefrontage and a gorgeous dock/deck on Grand Traverse Bay West Arm.

The Space:
Welcome to Bay View Retreat—a stunning 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom home spanning 2,210 square feet, designed to offer the ultimate getaway. Experience the best of Pure Michigan with a home that boasts a fully equipped kitchen, plush linens, fine bedding, cozy seating, an open-concept layout, a private backyard, updated décor, flat-screen TVs, and high-speed internet. Best of all, start your mornings with breathtaking sunrises and enjoy swimming off the dock on the prestigious Grand Traverse Bay.

Perfectly situated on M22 between Downtown Traverse City and Suttons Bay, this retreat offers an ideal mix of tranquility and convenience. The scenic drive along M22 is one of Northern Michigan’s most beautiful coastal routes—just pull out of the driveway, and you’re on your way to stunning shoreline views.

Looking for excitement? Downtown Traverse City is just a few miles south, where you’ll find a lively atmosphere filled with popular restaurants, charming boutiques, vibrant bars, and picturesque public beaches.

Whether you crave adventure, cozy evenings by the fire, or peaceful afternoons “just sitting on the dock of the bay,” the Bay View Retreat is your perfect home away from home.

Please note: M22 runs through the property, separating the house from the waterfront. Guests will need to cross the road to access the dock and water. The dock extends over the rocky shoreline and is accessible through the deck’s side gate.

Rental Policy:
- No smoking or fireworks are permitted
- No events, parties, or large gatherings are permitted.
- Minimum booking age is 25.
- Reservations that exceed 30 days will be subject to a cleaning fee every 30 days in addition to the standard guest check-out cleaning and fee.

To help you relax and enjoy your stay, we have partnered with Safely to provide all reservations with damage protection. The cost for Safely is $49 for 1-29 nights, $249 for 30-59 nights, $319 for 60-89 nights, and $390 for 90-119 nights. All reservations will initially be charged a $49 Safely Damage Insurance Fee. For stays longer than 29 nights, the additional charges will be processed after booking. All reservations are subject to the guest agreement terms, conditions, and fees.

Guest Access:
This property features self-check-in. Check-in is permitted between 4:00 pm -10:00 pm. Guest are responsible for having their check-in instruction before arrival. Check-in instructions are sent after completing our guest check-in form and agreeing to our terms of service. The home's property address will also be sent separately 72 hours prior to check-in.

The Neighborhood:
Elmwood Township

Getting Around:
Car is recommended.

Other Things to Note:
Guests are provided with a small amount of the basic essentials including 2 rolls of paper towels, 2 rolls of toilet paper in each bathroom, 2 laundry pods, 2 dish pods, a full dish soap dispenser, and full soap dispensers in each bathroom, and basic cleaning supplies. Guests are not to use the host's inventory of bulk supplies left at the property and should be prepared to supply their own as needed for longer stays.

CHECK OUT INSTRUCTIONS:
•November-April: Set the heat/thermostat to 55 degrees and close the blinds.
•May-October: Shut off everything and close the blinds.
•Strip beds (not mattress pads) and pile all sheets and towels on the floor near the washer. Start a load of towels in the washer. (If applicable.)
•If you used more than 2 shower towels, hand towels, or washcloths per person we ask that you wash, dry, and put the excess away before checking out. (If applicable.)
•Dispose of all food. No food or beverages are to be left inside the property.
•Put all trash in the garbage bin. Trash instructions are noted in your Guest Guide Link. Please take the trash to the road if your stay falls on or within 48 hours of trash day.
•Put patio cushions back. (If applicable.)
•All dishes must be washed, dried, and put away. Dirty dishes may result in a $100 additional guest cleaning fee.
•Turn off all lights.
•Lock the door.

Interaction with Guests:
Contactless check-in and check-out! Guests will have this entire home to themselves. Rental Management One is available to assist via email, phone, or directly through Airbnb messages. Detailed contact information will be provided with the check-in instructions.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, which features a fireplace. There's a private balcony. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access.

Property manager

Rental Management One

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the waterfront

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
  • Unit size: 2,210 square feet

Policies

Check-in

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

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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

Property is also known as

Vacation along scenic M22 at the Bay Shore Retreat Traverse City
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Bay View - Private Dock on West Bay Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 19 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 19 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 19 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 19 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 19 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Johnpaul H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Dianne G.

Liked: Cleanliness

West Bay getaway

We had a fantastic weekend retreat wine tasting in Leelanau peninsula shopping downtown and the state hospital shops. The resort was comfortable and very accommodating with kitchen and laundry supplies, wood for the fireplace and Beach chairs, and fun games outside. The only concern we have was the traffic in the morning starting at 6:00 AM from the front road. It wasn’t ideal location for wineries and downtown Traverse City.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Todd H.

Liked: Cleanliness

nice, beautiful sunrises

Perfect area if you want to get out of the busy downtown area. A short drive to downtown TC. and Suttons Bay. The road is a bit noisy, but tolerable. Nice garage and approach for some driveway drinking. awesome view of the bay
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

David B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Trip

House was very clean, well stocked and furnished nicely. Enjoyed the Traverse City area.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Lynn K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Road

Only complaint was to close to a busy higway.Hard to cross road and to get boat in and out. Live everthing else so nice
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location on the bay, near Traverse City

Perfect for a family. The host was immediately responsive to questions. We'd go back without hestitation!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Traverse City/ Cherry Festival Vacation

Nice property, good amenities, great location!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Girls Weekend

Perfect stay for our Girls Wine Weekend. Everything was just as advertised. We arrived and one of the smoke detectors was chirping. The property manager promptly had batteries delivered to the house.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leah P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great!

It was perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shannon W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Get away

Everything was great
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Monica B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fall colors!

great location, clean and spacious.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Return to TC

This house was clean, comfortable, and accommodating. Updates to this home were well done and beds were very comfortable. I appreciated the responsiveness of the rental manager. Tom’s Market was five minutes away for groceries, and it was a short drive into downtown and Old Mission Peninsula. We’d stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Regina D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing property!

This house was perfect for our family wanting to spend time before and after our daughter’s wedding. Very comfortable, clean and with all the great amenities we could ask for. Plenty of room and fun access to the water, along with an easy drive to town and restaurants! Would stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Paul T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great house

Great house is a lovely location. Check in and out was a breeze. Would like to add a mirror in the bedrooms to expedite getting ready in the sm
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mike N., Pine, CO

Liked: Cleanliness

Independence Day Family Vacation

We had a fantastic gathering of family in one of our favorite parts of Michigan. This property was great and checked all the boxes for what we were looking for. The property managers and owners were great to work with and communication was outstanding!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

John M., Roseville

Liked: Cleanliness

Lake house beauty

Great lake house. Amazing views, perfect location , responsive management and accommodating space.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jaztan T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing stay!

The house and management team were amazing. So accommodating and allowed for our family from out of town to enjoy northern MI all week!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Terri P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Michiganders Living in Texas

What a great way to beat the Texas heat this summer! The home was wonderful! Great location, especially for day trips (so much to do and see) and the mgmt. company was on point! We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and LOVE our home state…Go Green!
Stayed 30 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jillian V.

Liked: Cleanliness

Highly recommend!!!

Our VRBO was exactly what we wanted and more! First time to Traverse City and it was perfectly located in the midst of everything we wanted to do. 15 minutes to downtown, Suttons Bay and about 30 minutes to the dunes. Beautiful waterfront property with every amenity you could possibly need from putting our kayaks in on the dock to playing cards and cornhole around the fire pit on the beautiful back patio with a gorgeous landscaped yard. Management was very responsive with any of our needs. Can’t wait to go back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022