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Luxury Waterfront Log Home 15 min from Traverse City w/ Dock

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TV, DVD player, foosball, table tennis
TV, DVD player, foosball, table tennis
Terrace/patio
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms8 bathroomsSleeps 107500 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Suttons Bay, MI
  • Place, Ciccone Vineyard and Winery
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Place, Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • Place, Torch Lake
    ‪59 min drive‬
  • Airport, Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪26 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Suttons Bay

On lake.Stay at this Suttons Bay vacation home and you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Lake Michigan and 2 miles (3 km) of Ciccone Vineyard and Winery. BigLITTLE Wines and L. Mawby Vineyards are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Ciccone Vineyard and Winery - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Front Street - 17 min drive - 14.3 miles
  • Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore - 23 min drive - 19.9 miles
  • Traverse City Beach - 25 min drive - 18.4 miles
  • Torch Lake - 59 min drive - 43.5 miles

Getting around

  • Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hop Lot Brewing Company - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Brengman Brothers - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪VI Grill - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Jolly Pumpkin - ‬35 min drive
  • ‪Streetside Grille - ‬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.

Luxury Waterfront Log Home 15 min from Traverse City w/ Dock

The perfect location for a family vacation "up north"! Hilltop Log Lodge sleeps up to 10 adults in 5 bedrooms with room for up to 6 children in additional sleeping areas. This custom built lodge is a true work of art and we are so happy to be able to welcome your family to experience our favorite place on earth. Private swimming dock on our 180' of private Grand Traverse Bay frontage May-Oct. Huge great room for gathering and dining. Game room, patio overlooking the water, outdoor firepit, full kitchen! We love welcoming families and are grateful to our guests who return to vacation at our home year after year!

We are available by phone (call/text) 24/7 during your stay and have an emergency contact in the area in case an urgent need arises.

Located near scenic M22 15 minutes from Traverse City, 5 minutes from quaint downtown Sutton's Bay and 30 minutes from Sleeping Bear Dunes. Surrounded by local wineries, cideries, small business shopping, state parks and forests, lighthouses and art galleries.

Parking available for up to 5 cars at the lodge. 2 car garage. 1 mile from the TART bike trail system.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 8 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Stereo
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Foosball table
  • Table tennis

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

  • Unit size: 7,500 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 10:00 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

Pets

  • No pets 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 and a first aid kit
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. 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. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

496039

Frequently asked questions

How close is Luxury Waterfront Log Home 15 min from Traverse City w/ Dock to the airport?

This vacation home is 16.1 mi (26-min drive) away from the Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Luxury Waterfront Log Home 15 min from Traverse City w/ Dock have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Luxury Waterfront Log Home 15 min from Traverse City w/ Dock to the beach?

This vacation home is 14.8 mi (23-min drive) from Traverse City Beach and 10.7 mi (15-min drive) from West End Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Luxury Waterfront Log Home 15 min from Traverse City w/ Dock offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Luxury Waterfront Log Home 15 min from Traverse City w/ Dock?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home, but Leelanau Sands Casino (15-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Luxury Waterfront Log Home 15 min from Traverse City w/ Dock?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Luxury Waterfront Log Home 15 min from Traverse City w/ Dock?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Luxury Waterfront Log Home 15 min from Traverse City w/ Dock have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Luxury Waterfront Log Home 15 min from Traverse City w/ Dock have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Luxury Waterfront Log Home 15 min from Traverse City w/ Dock to downtown Suttons Bay?

This vacation home is 4.8 mi away from Suttons Bay.

Luxury Waterfront Log Home 15 min from Traverse City w/ Dock Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 21 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 21 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 21 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 21 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 21 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sheri K., Omaha, Ne

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing property! Beautiful views, close to Traverse City and all the wineries…great place to hang out with friends - LOTS of room. Hope to visit again!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn G.

Liked: Cleanliness
We loved our stay at Hilltop! The house was perfect for our family. The home and views were breathtakingly beautiful. Thank you for a fantastic experience. See you next time!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

theresa j.

Liked: Cleanliness
Log home exceeded our expectations in size, view and accommodations for our family.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Tina M.

Overall, a beautiful place. However, there are some items that do need some attention. but if those would be addressed, it would be a definite five star all the way. Accommodations are very comfortable, large gathering area, but also quiet areas where you can get away from the group if you would like to.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous, beautiful, laid out well, easy to get to!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

susan S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely spectacular. This vacation home overdelivered on our expectations. The house is beautiful, spacious and so well-equipped. It's set in the woods, surrounded by calming greenery and soothing birdsong with breathtaking vistas of Lake Michigan. Inside, everything is so well-appointed to make for the most comfortable stay. The kitchen is extremely well-stocked with everything you'll need and wish for, including well-honed chef's knives, serving bowls and platters of every size, multiple cutting boards, a food processor, a hand blender and upright blender, a microplane, All-Clad and Le Creuset pots and pans, and more. We love to cook and took full use of the incredible kitchen offerings. It was such a pleasure to enjoy our family meals on the deck overlooking the verdant trees and the lake at a short distance. Betsey, the property manager, was very easy to communicate with and quick to respond. It was a truly wonderful vacation and we would be delighted to return, and definitely highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynne M., Powell, Ohio

Liked: Cleanliness

Hilltop Log Lodge was wonderful!

This might be the cleanest vrbo we have ever rented. It was very spacious and the views of Traverse Bay were gorgeous. The only drawback was the beach/swimming area. The water level was a bit low and that may be why the dock area was not at all inviting for those wanting to swim. There was a foul odor and a lot of debris on the beach and a lot of grass/reeds growing off the end of the dock. But everyone in our family of 7 agreed they would rent this gorgeous house again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful Stay!!

We had an amazing stay at Hilltop Lodge. It lived up to all of the five-star reviews. It was so beautiful and had the most incredible views. The house was well-stocked and every detail well thought out. It had so much room that our family could each have our own space while also having lots of great areas to come together. The furniture and beds were so comfortable they just made you want to cozy in.Everything was of the highest standards. We loved to have our morning coffee out on one of the many outdoor areas while enjoying the view and to also sit on the deck and watch the sky turn colors at sunset. Suttons Bay was just a few minutes away. It, and the surrounding area, was also incredibly beautiful with many options of things to do and wonderful restaurants. There was something for everyone. We were all sad to leave and would love to come back someday.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wedding weekend

Loved our stay at the lodge! It is equipped with everything you need to cook in, and the rooms are spacious and beautiful. We had two families stay for a good friends wedding and the living arrangements were perfect. We had a bonfire the last night and were treated to some fabulous and unexpected fireworks on the lake. Definitely would book again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Myrna C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Annual Siblings Weekend

We feel so blessed to have found this home for our annual siblings' weekend getaway. There were ten of us who stayed, and this beautiful log cabinet accommodated us and exceeded our expectations by providing all of the amenities we could have needed. This log home was spacious which gave all of us plenty of space to be together or have some private time. The home is absolutely beautiful and is decorated as a piece of art. The grounds and views of Grand Traverse Bay were amazing. We highly recommend this home to anyone coming to the area! Thanks Lauren for hosting us!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness

A Family Getaway

A huge log lodge with space for everything a group would want to do and yet it still manages to feel very cozy. We enjoyed the house and views immensely and the location is great for visiting some wineries and getting out to great restaurants. But the kitchen is fully functional so you really wouldn't have to leave at all.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

angela k.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful log home

Great way to celebrate a new year.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wedding weekend

What a wonderful place. The home is beautiful inside and out. Fantastic views of the bay. Everything we needed to enjoy the weekend, celebrating our son’s ole mission peninsula wedding. We’ll definitely be back!!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Keith S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing Place!

Our second year booking this amazing home for our annual trip to Michigan. We will definitely be booking again. Great views, location, and amenities.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristine M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful home, views, and amazing place to make family memories!

What an awesome location so close to so many things to do! The home is beautiful and furnished with anything you would need. We all enjoyed the home, the views are breathtaking, and you can't beat the location. We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anne G., Cincinnati, OH

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome property

This house was spectacular! It was laid out nicely with privacy for everyone. The kitchen had everything we needed…including spices…sometimes we have had to buy even salt and pepper at other houses. The basement game room had more games than we could get to in just 1 week. If there was any negative, it would be crossing a 55 mph road to get to the dock. Overall, we were very happy!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Keith S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location and home

Fantastic location, the home was amazing
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing!!!

The Hilltop Log Lodge is an incredible log home with tons of space. Lots of room to spread out and enjoy a variety of activities. The lodge is very well-appointed with all the amenities you could possibly need. Everything was extremely clean. Beds were very comfortable with quality bed linens. This was one of the nicest VRBO's we have ever stayed in. Would definitely stay again! You will not be disappointed with a stay at Hilltop Log Lodge!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dan G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family weekend

Property is amazing. Large high-end log cabin with great spaces and nice comfortable furniture. Bedrooms very nice. We were a party of 8 and it was just right size-wise. Loved the outdoor fire circle. Perfect base of operations for all the adventure that Sutton’s Bay and Travers City have to offer…biking, hiking, views, wineries, breweries, restaurants. We’ll be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katie C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fun Family Getaway

Stayed with friends and family at this beautiful cabin! Can’t wait to come back to this incredible home
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness

Lodge living

This is an exceptional property! Enjoyed the space and views. Easy for family to be together as a group or separate to private time. Great place as it rd close to traverse city and Suttons Bay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023