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Chandler's Charm - Your Little Piece of Heaven! Dog Friendly - With Fee

Traverse City vacation home with kitchen

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A wooden deck with a view of a lake surrounded by trees.
A room with a dog sitting by a sliding glass door leading to a balcony.
A metal sign with a swan and the text "HANDLER'S CHAU" in a wooded area.
A dining room with a wooden table and six chairs, a hanging light fixture, a window with a view, and a door.
A kitchen with a wooden island, bar stools, a ceiling fan, and a refrigerator.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6900 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

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Traverse City, MI
  • Place, Forest Lakes
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, High Lake
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Arbutus Lake
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪16 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Traverse City

On lake.Your stay at this Traverse City vacation home places you within a 10-minute walk of Forest Lakes and High Lake. Tibbets Lake and Arbutus Lake are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Forest Lakes - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • High Lake - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Tibbets Lake - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Arbutus Lake - 6 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Traverse City Beach - 12 min drive - 6.5 miles

Getting around

  • Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Peegeo's - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬15 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.

Chandler's Charm - Your Little Piece of Heaven! Dog Friendly - With Fee

Welcome to Chandler's Charm! This adorable cottage lives up to it's name. Beautifully renovated with a huge deck overlooking beautiful all sports Chandler Lake.

If you'd like to travel with your fur baby - we have recently become pet friendly. For an additional pet fee, you are able to bring one dog of 50 pounds or less. Please be sure to select "traveling with pets" to ensure the pet fee is added to your reservation - and tell me about your dog when you're booking.

Take advantage of the awesome sunsets from the large windows in the cottage, the beautiful deck or the lower dock. Enjoy the abundant wildlife that you may see on the road or across the street in the township park. Chandler Lake is a great little lake without a lot of boat traffic. Excellent fishing for large mouth bass, blue gill, sunfish and pike. Great lake for kayaking, floating on rafts, paddle boarding, and hanging out on the sand bar. Enjoy the lake by kayak (2) included in rental. There's a sand bar part way across the lake that you can relax at.

We've truly spent the extra time to create a great vacation get away - from the canoe paddle bed to the pendant lights made from reclaimed minnow buckets. The furnishings of the cottage will make you smile as soon as you walk in the door. The kitchen is fully stocked with dishes/pots and pans you'll need for cooking meals - if you so desire. Comfortable beds - with new memory foam mattresses - will be waiting for you after your day on the lake or your day of exploring the beautiful Traverse City area. There is also a brand new mattress for the sofa bed in the living room. A new hot water heater and water softener will add to the pleasure of your stay. A new improvement for 2025 was the addition of a washer and dryer! Our guests have loved having that convenience.
The updates and attention to detail will ensure that your have a great stay and make you want to return year after year!

Among the many great things this property has to offer is the wide lot providing extra privacy for you to enjoy the peaceful lake and neighborhood. Directly across the quiet road is an 80 acre park with walking & biking trails, pavilion, small playground and restroom. A little further down the road is Grace McDonald Park with tennis courts/pickle ball courts, basketball, large playground, baseball diamond, expansive trails, grills and picnic tables.

This country setting will make you feel like you are in the middle of nowhere, yet you are only minutes from downtown Traverse City and area attractions. It's great to have the best of everything and that's what Chandler's Charm provides.

Travel to northern Michigan and enjoy your quiet oasis at Chandler's Charm. You're going to love it up here!

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Dock
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • No elevator
  • Single level property
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • 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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 50 lbs per pet)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: Please tell us about your dog at time of booking

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: Wonderful vacation spot for children!

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, 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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. 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.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Chandler's Charm - Your Little Piece of Heaven! Dog Friendly - With Fee to the airport?

This vacation home is 6.9 mi (16-min drive) away from the Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Chandler's Charm - Your Little Piece of Heaven! Dog Friendly - With Fee have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Chandler's Charm - Your Little Piece of Heaven! Dog Friendly - With Fee to the beach?

This vacation home is 5.3 mi (13-min drive) from Traverse City Beach and 9.4 mi (26-min drive) from Clinch Park Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Chandler's Charm - Your Little Piece of Heaven! Dog Friendly - With Fee offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Chandler's Charm - Your Little Piece of Heaven! Dog Friendly - With Fee?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home, but Turtle Creek Casino (22-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Chandler's Charm - Your Little Piece of Heaven! Dog Friendly - With Fee?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Chandler's Charm - Your Little Piece of Heaven! Dog Friendly - With Fee?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Chandler's Charm - Your Little Piece of Heaven! Dog Friendly - With Fee have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Chandler's Charm - Your Little Piece of Heaven! Dog Friendly - With Fee have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Chandler's Charm - Your Little Piece of Heaven! Dog Friendly - With Fee to downtown Traverse City?

This vacation home is 7 mi away from Traverse City.

Chandler's Charm - Your Little Piece of Heaven! Dog Friendly - With Fee Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 73 out of 83 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 83 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 83 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 83 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 83 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kate C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Stay!

Perfect location, beautiful lake, very helpful property manager.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristin O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Writing retreat

Very quiet, nearly had the lake to myself. Close enough to Traverse City to pop in for dinner or shopping. Very clean and comfortable lodgings.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sue E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My family and I had a wonderful time at Chandler’s Charm! Sally was a wonderful host and the property was amazing to stay at! We enjoyed our week-long stay! We would highly recommend Chandler’s Charm to everyone!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amr E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just right
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristi B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This cottage is perfect! If you love peaceful days sitting by the water, fishing from the dock or exploring the lake by kayak this is the place for you! Well stocked kitchen, comfortable bedrooms and laundry facilities! We are so glad to have found this amazing cottage. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Chandler Charm

Great place; great location; great vacation.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Rick R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Vacation

Thanks for the hospitality
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Holly P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

We really enjoyed this place. Just enough for our family of 5, enjoyed kayaking, fishing and going into traverse city for eating and shopping. Thank you!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

wade m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Week with wife in TC

Great place for the two of us to chill
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sam C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great summer get-away!

Chandler's Charm certainly was a charming place to stay. The lake is a perfect place to kayak, paddleboard, swim and relax. The cottage is well-maintained, clean and comfy. with all the amenities you need. We would stay there again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Annette B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute cabin, everything was clean and organized. The only drawback we could even imagine was the walk down to the lake. The flights of stairs were safe, but many. Good location for grocery stores and easy access to Travers city.
Stayed 18 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

toni R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lake Vaca

The house was perfect for a small family
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

April B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Chandlers Charm did not disappoint!

Such a great little property! We enjoyed the lake so much. Very chill. Highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was perfect for our family of 4. Set along a nice quiet lake. We enjoyed the kayaks. House was stocked with everything we needed. Mattresses were very comfortable. Sally was Wonderful! Guests should be aware that the shower has about 2’x2’ of standing space inside.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect getaway

Thank you Sally fora perfect stay. Your cottage was perfect for our long weekend. The view from the back deck was beautiful. Will be back again.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful cottage

We had a great time at Traverse City during our visit. This cottage was beautiful, clean, and just perfect for our getaway. It had enough places for our toddler to run around and it's close driving distance to playgrounds, hiking, and shops. We will be coming back.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephen W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet convenient location

Close to traverse city. Nice peaceful lake for kayaking and fishing. Attentive property manager.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mandy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Escape

Chandler’s Charm is a great place to relax and spend time with family and nature. The house is equipped with EVERYTHING you’d need or even forgot to bring with you (and we’re a family of 6!) Sally and crew make themselves available around the clock for anything you may need. Thanks for great memories at the lake…this place is definitely a gem!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jim e.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very nice

What a wonderful home
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephen W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great getaway place

Enjoyed just hanging at lake. Perfect place to relax. Close to traverse city. Responsive host. Nice decor. Very clean and comfortable
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Chandler's Charm is a wonderful place to stay!!

What a fabulous place to stay! From a beautiful view of the lake, great fishing, a nice dock with kayaks and a great deck for morning coffee and grilling out, this place was perfect for our time in Traverse City. It was just the right size for our family. The beds were comfy, the kitchen had everything we needed, and the decor was super cute. Sally stopped in on our first day and was so welcoming, warm and friendly. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erin W.

Very nice vacation home on a nice lake.

The house was well equipped and good condition. It was conveniently located to town but far enough away for a quiet vacation. Kurt was awesome to do business with any questions we had he was right there with a answer. We would definitely recommend this home.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Viola K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing View!

Beautiful view & cabin! Great place for making memories! Loved having the kayaks & life jackets too. The cabin was close to all we needed to do, like visiting family at Traverse State Park and in the sights of Traverse City. Owners always got back to me immediately with any of my questions. Definitely would go back!!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dennis S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

2 weeks at Chandlers Chatm

Wonderful cottage. Very nice furnishings and beautiful view. Great location - so close to Traverse City. Sally, the property manager, is very responsive to any questions. Only downside for us, because we're in our 70s is the 71 steps from the cottage to the lake.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Repeat Stay and Repeat Fabulous Time!

Once again, we had a fabulous stay at Chandler's Charm! It really does have everything one could need or want for a relaxing getaway! From kayaking and fishing, sitting on the deck for a morning cup of coffee, relaxing in front of the TV, cooking a meal, making smores around the fire pit, this place truly has it all! The beds are comfortable, the water is hot and the air conditioning is cold, Sally is super responsive and friendly and truly made the stay even more enjoyable. It was just what our family needed to get away and have a relaxing vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

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