Welcome to "The Nest at Long Lake," a modern, coastal farmhouse with beautiful country-side views. This home is full of character and has been updated for today’s modern amenities. Come home to 5 bedrooms, a well-stocked kitchen, and spacious living areas. The Nest is the perfect home-away-from-home, with an amazing central location to enjoy everything the area has to offer. Just 3 minutes to the beach or to put your boat in the water at the Long Lake boat launch, 10 min to downtown TC and the TART Trail, and 25 minutes to Sleeping Bear Dunes. Plenty of nearby options for skiing, sledding and show shoeing.
This stylish, coastal farmhouse has been recently renovated and furnished with all new appliances, furniture and amenities. One step leads you to the main entrance of this spacious, open concept two-level home, where you enter into the bright and roomy living room. Fully stocked kitchen leads you into the heart of the house into the dining room, where its dining table comfortably seats up to 8 guests. The main floor also offers a large living room with a fireplace and beautiful natural light, a multi-purpose 5th bedroom/den, a half bathroom, and a laundry room with a washer/dryer. The second level has 4 bedrooms with 2 full bathrooms. A private chef is available if you want a personalized dinner for your group. Reach us for more information.
Bedrooms
Bedroom 1 has a king-size bed, ensuite bathroom, 65" smart TV and a spacious walk-in closet. This suite is also ideal for brides-to-be, offering a serene space to prepare for the big day.
Bedroom 2 has a second king bed with plenty of closet space.
Bedroom 3 has a queen bed, a desk and plenty of closet space.
Bedroom 4 has twin bunks.
The den serves dual duty as a 5th bedroom and dedicated work space. Tucked in a corner close to the living room on the main level, the den is convenient yet private. It offers a Queen sleeper sofa bed and roomy table with chairs and window bench. This room is perfect for someone who prefers not to take the stairs and is a brilliant dedicated work space for those pesty Zoom calls.
The living room also offers a Queen sleeper sofa to accommodate guests.
Bathrooms
The home is equipped with 2.5 bathrooms, so there’s no need to contend for space when you’re getting ready to head out on the town.
Kitchen/Dining Room
The fully-equipped kitchen is stocked with everything you need to enjoy a quick breakfast, a gourmet brunch, or burgers on the grill! Stainless steel appliances, microwave, blender, toaster oven are just the beginning, along with essential spices and oils. Your essential coffee/tea station with a hybrid Keurig to make a pot for 12 or just for one will make your mornings as easy and enjoyable as possible. Seating for three is available at the peninsula counter.
Gather your party of 8 around the roomy dining room table, with extra seating at the peninsula counter. As the heart of the home, it's where laughter echoes and bonds are strengthened. Linger a while and savor every moment, for these are the memories that fill our hearts and nourish our souls.
If you’re traveling with little ones, there are children's dishware and utensils, along with a high chair and play pen.
Living Room
Relax in the spacious and sunlight living room with serene views of the evergreen trees and waning sunset after a day of adventure and exploration. It features a comfy sectional sofa, a 60” Smart TV, a cozy gas fireplace and a collection of board games that everyone will love. With stools that slide out from underneath, the coffee table transforms into a convenient spot for a laptop or game central for gin rummy or team puzzles.
2 Gorgeous Acres with Patio, Outdoor Dining, and Firepit
Enjoy dinner outside as you watch the sun set beyond the 2 acres of evergreen trees. The patio serves as your alfresco dining space, with a dining and a gas grill for cooking to your heart's content. Chill out around the firepit with smores for dessert.
Boat & RV Parking
There's plenty of room in the spacious driveway to park your boat or RV.
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For your entertainment, there are WiFi, two Smart TVs and Sling live cable channels.
Keep in mind that this is a 2-story home and there will be stairs to access living areas.
Pets are welcome with a $100 pet fee. Please get in touch with us so we can prepare pet amenities ahead of your arrival.
* * * Distance to Nearby Wedding Venues * * *
Bay View Weddings at Gallagher Farms, 5 min
Black Star Farms, 25 min
Blue Bridge Event Center, 15 min
Brengman Brothers, 13 min
The Cathedral Barn @Historic Bans Park, 12 min
Ciccone Winery, 21 min
Good Harbor Vineyards, 23 min
Hagerty Center, 15 min
Jacob’s Farm, 5 mi
Kirkbride Hall, 11 min
Rove Estate, 5 min
Shady Lane Cellars, 18 min
Timberlee Hills Event Center, 13 min
* * * Incredible Central Location * * *
2 minutes to Long Lake Grocery for amazing take-out pizza and wings
3 minutes to Long Lake boat launch and beach at Gilbert Park for a day on the water
5 minutes to Moomers Ice cream and Fresh Coast Market (pizza, groceries and more)
5 minutes to the best-kept Sushi in TC (Dojo)
5 minutes to sunset at Roves Estate Winery & Vineyards and the Leelanau Peninsula
9 minutes to Bay View Weddings at Gallagher's Farms
11 minutes to downtown TC for shopping or trying the Modern Bird
14 minutes to Old Mission Peninsula
25 minutes to Glen Arbor & The Homestead
28 minutes to Sleeping Bear Dunes
30 minutes to Traverse City Horse Shows at Flintfields Horse Park
* * * Where you'll stay * * *
☆5 Spacious bedrooms + additional sleeping spaces
☆2.5 Bathrooms
☆Open concept living spaces
☆Fully-equipped modern kitchen
☆Plentiful parking for vehicles, RVs and boats.
☆In-home washer & dryer
☆Outdoor fire pit, bbq grille and dining table
STR22-00094 certificate number
Please be respectful of our neighbors. Quiet hours are from 10 PM to 7 AM.
*Check out our other vacation rentals in Traverse City. We have special rates if you are looking for multiple houses.*
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