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Terrace/patio
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Smart TV, fireplace, stereo
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Beach

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 104900 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen

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

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About the neighborhood

Traverse City

On lake.Stay at this Traverse City vacation home and you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Lake Michigan and 2 miles (3 km) of Brengman Brothers. Also, Great Lakes Children's Museum is within 3 miles (5 km) and Wags West is within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Front Street - 8 min drive - 4.9 miles
  • Munson Healthcare - 9 min drive - 5.1 miles
  • Village at Grand Traverse Commons - 9 min drive - 5.0 miles
  • Great Wolf Lodge Water Park - 11 min drive - 6.7 miles
  • Traverse City Beach - 14 min drive - 8.5 miles

Getting around

  • Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪North Peak Brewing Company - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Barrio - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Folgarelli's Market & Wine Shop - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Loco Boys Brewing Company - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Slabtown Burger - ‬7 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.

Beautiful Large House On Water Just 5 Miles To TC

Blue Shore is your perfect vacation home that sleeps up to 10 people. You will enjoy the large and open feel of this home styled in beach cottage chic but with today's modern amenities. Located just 5 miles from downtown Traverse City on Leelanau Peninsula, Blue Shore offers private waterfront, comfortable home with water views from almost every room, and amazing sunrises that you will remember for years to come!

Blue Shore is an expansive home perfect for large families, couples retreats or the girls/guys get away weekend with views of the bay from almost every room.

Right when you walk in, you are immediately greeted by a 2 story open concept with windows everywhere. The open feel extends into the kitchen, dining, and living room area all overlooking large doors that open to let the lake breeze in.

The kitchen has all amenities, including a double oven and granite counter tops. It opens directly to dining area that has a large table that can seat up to 12 people comfortably. Kitchen and dining area open to the living room that has a large couch perfect for relaxing and enjoying the views or watching TV on the 52 inch flat screen above the stone gas fireplace. Step outside on the decks overlooking West Bay to enjoy a morning cup of coffee or late night glass of wine.

Down the hall off the dining area is a full guest bathroom plus a laundry room with washer/dryer. 1st level also features a master bedroom with private bathroom, king bed and large doors with private deck to take in the water views. 2 additional bedrooms, 1 with queen & 1 with full beds, share a private jack and jill style bathroom.

2nd level has a large master bedroom with king bed, private bathroom and doors that open up to a private deck. Upper level has 2 living areas and large doors that open to let more fresh air in. This space is perfect for extra sleeping or kids' play area. It even features a wet bar! 2nd level also houses a dormer with 2 twin bunk beds for a total of 4 sleeping spaces.

Basement level has a large sitting area with a TV, another full kitchen and another full bathroom with sauna (sauna is currently not operational due to Covid 19 cleaning standards). It is perfect not have to run up and downstairs to main area all day as it has large doors that open right outside to your own private water frontage. We just opened up the wine cellar with a large table to enjoy intimate dinners and wine tasting.

With water levels high there is no sandy beach area or an area to walk down to without the dock installed but you can still view the lake from the decks. Launch your kayaks or paddle boards from the dock or enjoy the sitting area to watch boats drive by. Please note, you cannot tie a boat to dock unsupervised or overnight. You can only use to load/unload only and we cannot guarantee that the dock configuration or water levels will allow you to do that as they are inconsistent. Dock is removed from mid-September through mid/late May due to winter weather; otherwise it should be ready for your enjoyment.

Blue Shore is the ideal 'Up North' retreat. Not only can you enjoy your own private beach but her location is perfect for day trips....go wine tasting, explore Suttons Bay, check out the Dunes, golf or ski-depending on the time of year, shop downtown Traverse City, drive along the famous M22, and so much, MUCH more!

License 2025-56. By Booking with us the guest agrees to all township rules and regulations as outlined by the following ordinances. Any violation of these ordinances the guest recognizes that they are liable for violations and could be ticketed. In addition, guests would lose their security deposit.

*Short Term Rental Ordinance No. 2021-02 amended to 2022-03
*Elmwood Charter Township Consumer and Display Fireworks Ordinance No. 2020-1
*Animal Control Enforcement Ordinance Count of Leelanau, Michigan

For the security of our guests and the safety of our home, we have external security cameras located at front door.

We look forward to having you stay at Blue Shore for your next vacation. Prime season (June/July/August) we rent weekly only from Saturday to Saturday from 4pm-10am.

2025 VERY IMPORTANT CONSTUCTION NOTICE

The main stretch of road leading in and out of Traverse City will be under construction with lane closures and detours. The project begins mid-April and will run through fall 2025. We are not sure yet how this will affect travel time or traffic patterns but have provided a link to project details. We will share more once available.

https://www.traversecitymi.gov/projects/mdot-grandview-parkway-project-phase-2.html

Property manager

Ben and Jenna

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Sauna

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 4,900 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
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

  • No pets 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, 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
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. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number 2025-56, 2023-20

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Beautiful Large House on Water Just 5 Miles to TC Traverse City

Frequently asked questions

How close is Beautiful Large House On Water Just 5 Miles To TC to the airport?

This vacation home is 9.7 mi (17-min drive) away from the Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Beautiful Large House On Water Just 5 Miles To TC have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Beautiful Large House On Water Just 5 Miles To TC to the beach?

This vacation home is 4.3 mi (6-min drive) from West End Beach and 4.8 mi (7-min drive) from Clinch Park. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Beautiful Large House On Water Just 5 Miles To TC offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Beautiful Large House On Water Just 5 Miles To TC?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home, but Turtle Creek Casino (24-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Beautiful Large House On Water Just 5 Miles To TC?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Beautiful Large House On Water Just 5 Miles To TC?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Beautiful Large House On Water Just 5 Miles To TC have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Beautiful Large House On Water Just 5 Miles To TC have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Beautiful Large House On Water Just 5 Miles To TC to downtown Traverse City?

This vacation home is 4.5 mi away from Traverse City.

Beautiful Large House On Water Just 5 Miles To TC Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 138 out of 160 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 160 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 160 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 160 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 160 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Brittany T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely Vaction Home

This home is absolutely amazing!!! Very clean and spacious! And the views are AMAZING! The owners were great all the way around! My group and myself loved the house!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lauren B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Winter Retreat

We stayed over New Years weekend and had a lovely time. The house is comfortable for families with a beautiful view of the water. The location was perfect, close to the downtown, skiing, wineries, hiking.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa V.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful holiday thanks to this house

We LOVED this house, and would like to stay again. Here is just one improvement that would make it even better: - the jets in bath tub had black soot coming out when used. They may need to be flushed out before someone stays.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Denise S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Girls trip

Beautiful house with a great view. Owners very responsive to calls. Would rent again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Kari C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thom H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Getaway in TC

Unit had not been cleaned upon our arrival but owner was quick to respond, apologetic, remedied the cleaning problem and even offered to comp our dinner at a restaurant that evening which I declined. It was a perfect venue for an extended family with small children. Took great photos of the northern lights over the bay and my 34 year old daughter and her husband took a cold plunges in the lake after using the sauna.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tara M., Chicago, USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful lake house

Wonderful time staying at this property and the views can’t be beat!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel S.

Liked: Cleanliness

September Friends Weekend

We really enjoyed our stay at the property and have already booked again for our trip next year. The house is well maintained, clean and the property owner had great communication. The house was perfect for our adult 3 couple weekend getaway to each have our own bed and bath, but have central areas to hangout together or on the patio. If we had kids with us, there is a great area upstairs for the kids too.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra Y.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family of the Bride

Such a beautiful stay for my sisters wedding weekend! My family (husband, 5 year old, 2 year old, and babysitter) all used the upstairs loft area as our home away and then my parents and grandparents had the downstairs. So much space for all of us and it even provided a beautiful location for the bridal party to get ready and take pictures. The views were stunning. Definitely would consider staying here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Taylor H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful lake views

My family stayed here and we loved being right on the water. Beautiful to wake up to and hear the waves of the lake. It was very close to go into the town for day trips. One down side was the fruit flies in the house, we didn’t know they were an issue in the area this time of year. the owners notified us when we arrived for our stay that they were going to be in and around property. we had quite a lot in the house despite doing what we could to keep them away. The house is a bit older but overall a great space plenty of room and had everything you needed for a vacation. Owners were also quickly responsive to us when an issue came up with the water and fixed it that night.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Absolutely amazing!

This house was so perfect. Located right on the bay, the views were spectacular! We were in Traverse City for our daughter’s wedding. This house so so perfect for the bride and bridesmaids to get ready for the big day. The outdoor spaces were so relaxing. This house is very well appointed with everything you need. I would definitely stay here again. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynn K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location

Perfect place for a family gathering and wonderful sunrises! Well stocked kitchen for cooking and enjoying dinners together. Would consider booking again next time visiting Traverse City.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amber Atwood L., Devon, Pennsylvania

Liked: Cleanliness

Cozy and nicely situated

We stayed here with our three kids (14, 12, and 9), in-laws, and my parents for a family vacation. The house provided a great launching off point for the area and easy access to downtown (even with construction). All of us enjoyed the gorgeous views and spent LOTS of time by the water. The hosts are highly responsive and were a great help in suggesting a company for kayak rentals, which we were able to have delivered right to the dock out back. The house could use some cosmetic updates but overall it is extremely comfortable and has an excellent layout. I highly recommend this one and would consider renting again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Jeff G.

Liked: Cleanliness

OK

Water heater was terrible...only 1-2 showers in a short time frame. Waterfront (beach) picture was over rated.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Barbara C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family vacation

Location perfect, beautiful view, comfortable, plenty of space for 10 people. Well stocked with kitchen dishes and towels etc. Dock was perfect for launching kayaks and for loading/unloading the boat we rented for a day. Although we read the house would be supplied with some products we ran out of paper towels, garbage bags and laundry detergent and had to purchase them for our stay. FYI - there is a dead mouse in one of the drawers in the kitchen of the lower level.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ann W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Would stay again

This property was completely as advertised: spacious home, everything needed to enjoy a stay is there. Communication/responsiveness was immediate. We had a wonderful family vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bill F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family vaca 2024

Our stay here was a part of a family vacation with our kids and grandchildren. This house had a great split bedroom layout for our multigenerational family. Multiple master bedrooms were a plus. The location was wonderful and the house had fabulous views. The house was reasonable close to multiple destinations and had great water views. As early risers my daughter and I enjoyed great sunrise views each morning.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gregory B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Summer Trip

The house was perfect and in a really good location. The view is really pretty.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gary R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful home right on the Bay

This was our second time staying at this beautiful home. It was just as nice the second time around. Lots of space for everyone to spread out and relax. We really enjoyed our time here. Very close to downtown and right on the water. Awesome.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Jaime N.

Great house with lots of room

A group of ladies gathered and worked remotely for a few days together. This house had the space and was in a great location for evening dinners. The beach front made for a wonderful sunrise.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cari H.

Liked: Cleanliness

beautiful home in a great location

Loved the decks and the view of the bay! Plenty of room for everyone in the house.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Sarah F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wine and views

We had a couples wine weekend and there was plenty of bedrooms for everyone and the views were breathtaking! It’s a place for togetherness, very comfortable, definitely special to have everyone around the wine room table and dining table alike. It does need a larger coffee maker for its many guest.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katheryn A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect wedding weekend location

My daughter was married at Gallagher Farms and I was able to accommodate my children and grandchildren in a convenient location. It was well appointed for hosting the grandkids in the bunkroom! My granddaughter really enjoyed the dollhouse and other toys❤️. The beach was also wonderful to have for entertaining the kids! Thank you for a wonderful stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Corryl P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wedding Weekend

We enjoyed our weekend on the bay. Arriving on Friday, we moved in, made dinner, and cracked open a bottle of wine to begin the wedding weekend. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay- from the firepit to the winetasting room, the decks to the dock. In the morning - a cup of coffee, sunrise, and yoga on the pier was the perfect way to start the day. The bedrooms were large and had plenty of room to settle in and hang up our clothes for the wedding we all came to attend. There was plenty of hot water for 9 adults to shower and the washer/dryer/iron was very convenient too. With 2 refrigerators we had plenty of room for our pre-preped food - the pantry was a great place to store all our dry goods and treats. The big kitchen table was the center of our visit - we ate meals, prepped flowers, and wrapped presents. The parking was a tight fit for us as we 7 cars - but, we made it work. Our new - extended family stayed next door at the cabins - it was fun to be so close and visit over the campfire. Our wedding weekend to a whirlwind of activity -with a tall ship cruise, and visits to nail salons, shops, specialty food stores, and a winery. We did some beach combing, swimming, floating, sunning, and relaxing the day after the wedding. This house was such a great fit for our family on this special weekend.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Thomas S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing Weekend

We stayed at both the cabins and the main house for my wife's 40th birthday weekend this was the perfect place for it, our 17 friends and family had plenty of space to congregate but also be alone when needed. The amazing views, decks and spaces are fantastic. Best property ever.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023