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Spacious, waterfront cottage in Traverse City. Fireplace. Dog friendly.

Traverse City vacation home with kitchen

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Outdoor dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
Interior

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81600 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Traverse City, MI
  • Place, The Crown Golf Club
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Bass Lake
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Great Wolf Lodge Water Park
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪17 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Traverse City

On lake.At this Traverse City vacation home, you'll be within 3 miles (5 km) of Bass Lake and 6 miles (10 km) of The Crown Golf Club. Grand Traverse Mall is within 6 miles (10 km) and Lake Michigan is within 9 miles (15 km).
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What's nearby

  • The Crown Golf Club - 6 min drive - 4.5 miles
  • Bass Lake - 8 min drive - 3.8 miles
  • Interlochen Center for the Arts - 9 min drive - 7.2 miles
  • Great Wolf Lodge Water Park - 10 min drive - 7.4 miles
  • Grand Traverse Mall - 10 min drive - 7.4 miles

Getting around

  • Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Culver's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Cracker Barrel - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Buffalo Wild Wings - ‬10 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.

Spacious, waterfront cottage in Traverse City. Fireplace. Dog friendly.

Make a splash at this up north 1950s vintage cabin-style home on 100 feet of beautiful Long Lake. This vintage cottage has a great ‘step back in time’ feel, with many current updates to create an enjoyable stay. Splash Landing features 4-bedrooms and 2-bathrooms welcoming up to eight guests at a time.

Walk into the open living/dining room area, with lovely hardwood floors and large windows with a view of the lake. Plenty of room for eating, curling up by the wood-burning fireplace, or watching a good movie. To the right, there are two bedrooms on the main floor. The first bedroom has a queen bed and a twin bed, and the second has a queen bed. To the left of the living room, there is a large full kitchen with a dishwasher. The kitchen includes a breakfast area. A full bathroom with a shower/tub combo is to the left of the kitchen at the top of the steps leading to the basement.

The finished walk-out basement has plenty of room, a washer and dryer are under the stairs. There are two bedrooms on the basement level one with a queen bed; the second has a full bed. There is a sofa bed in the spacious lower-level family room. A full bath with a shower/tub combo is available on the lower level. This is a great location to enjoy some downtime, with lots of books to curl up with and board games too! And that is only the inside!

Outside beautiful Long Lake is waiting. There are a few steps down to the lake from the patio area. Swimming, boating, and fishing are just outside the door! A row boat for some fishing fun is included! The lake has a nice sandy bottom for the little ones. A charcoal grill and picnic table are available for an outdoor meal, and the firepit makes a perfect evening gathering place. A Dock and boat mooring is available and will accommodate up to a 17’ boat 3000lbs max. Do not tie up to the dock, it is for loading and unloading only. (Dock not guaranteed after Labor Day Weekend or before June 15) there is a camera facing the dock for security purposes.

This home is in a great location, an easy drive to Traverse City and all it has to offer or head to Interlochen or Honor. This home is 30 miles from Sleeping Bear Dunes National Park. Try South Long Lake Forest Natural Area for a family hike, it is less than five minutes away. Boone's Long Lake Inn is 1.5 miles down the road, or Taqueria TC Latino has great Mexican food, just 4 miles away!

Sorry no AC, fans provided. Your well-mannered dog is welcome. No Smoking.

STR22-00065 Long Lake township ordinance.

-- THE PROPERTY --

Sleeps 8.

Bedroom 1: queen bed, twin/single bed || Bedroom 2: king bed || Bedroom 3: queen bed || Bedroom 4: queen bed || Bed 5: sofa bed futon (located in the lower family room)

OUTDOORS: charcoal grill, dock, patio, boat mooring, fire pit, life jackets (adults)

INDOORS: WIFI, cable TV, flat panel TV, board games, books, DVD player, no A/C, ceiling fans & fans, fireplace

KITCHEN: dishwasher, microwave, refrigerator, stove, dining table, cookware, coffee maker, oven, toaster, utensils

GENERAL: washer & dryer, linens & towels, iron & board, smoke alarm, desk & desk chair

PARKING: Space for 4 vehicles

-- POLICIES --

- Dog allowed with fee

- No smoking

- No events, parties, or large gatherings

- Must be at least 18 years old to book

- Additional fees and taxes may apply

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Property amenities

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable channels

Outdoor areas

  • Charcoal grill
  • Dock
  • Firepit
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

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

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming 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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 1,600 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 50 lbs per pet)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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
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, and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

1118-25575
City-long Lake Dock-sleeps 11 pet fireplace Interlochen Cabin
Traverse City-long Lake Dock-sleeps 11 pet fireplace Interlochen
City-long Lake Dock-sleeps 11 pet fireplace Interlochen

Frequently asked questions

How close is Spacious, waterfront cottage in Traverse City. Fireplace. Dog friendly. to the airport?

This vacation home is 10.3 mi (21-min drive) away from the Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Spacious, waterfront cottage in Traverse City. Fireplace. Dog friendly. have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Spacious, waterfront cottage in Traverse City. Fireplace. Dog friendly. to the beach?

This vacation home is 8.7 mi (15-min drive) from West End Beach and 9.1 mi (16-min drive) from Clinch Park. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Spacious, waterfront cottage in Traverse City. Fireplace. Dog friendly. offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Spacious, waterfront cottage in Traverse City. Fireplace. Dog friendly.?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Spacious, waterfront cottage in Traverse City. Fireplace. Dog friendly.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Spacious, waterfront cottage in Traverse City. Fireplace. Dog friendly.?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Spacious, waterfront cottage in Traverse City. Fireplace. Dog friendly. have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Spacious, waterfront cottage in Traverse City. Fireplace. Dog friendly. have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Spacious, waterfront cottage in Traverse City. Fireplace. Dog friendly. to downtown Traverse City?

This vacation home is 7.1 mi away from Traverse City.

Reviews

Spacious, waterfront cottage in Traverse City. Fireplace. Dog friendly. Reviews

8.2

Very Good

8.2/10

Cleanliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 60 out of 140 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 48 out of 140 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 21 out of 140 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 140 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 140 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jean N.

Liked: Cleanliness
We appreciated the updated stairs to the water. Our 4 days were comfortable and the kitchen had ever we needed.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Hilary G.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Steve W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely property for our family! The kitchen, however, was ill-supplied i.e. lots of mis-matched and/or lidless old pots and pans, all poorly organized - we had to search to find two decent fry pans, only one of which had a lid, and there are lots of spacious cabinets, largely empty, to search through. The kitchen table overlooking the lake was wonderful - we played a lot of cribbage there - and the little desk nook was perfect for our laptop. What a beautiful lake, and if the weather had cooperated we would have spent most of our time outdoors - unfortunately it was very cold and rainy. So nice to have a fireplace and lots of wood to take the chill off - a much-appreciated warm and cozy up-north vibe.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marc R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Exactly as described and great stay

This is an oversized 50s cabin right on the water that we stayed at in the dead of winter. It is very charming and includes most of the original features. Everything works, beds are comfy, and we had a great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leslie T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Classy Cottage!

I grew up spending my summers at Long Lake at my grandparent's cottage. If you understand what going "up north" used to mean and what a classic cottage was like "back in the day" then this place is ABSOLUTELY PERFECT for you It has all the elements of that "retro era" with all the modern day amenities (dishwasher, two full bathrooms--one on each floor, and a washer and dryer! AWESOME! Oh! And there's even a piano.) You have a stunning view of the lake from the entry level and immediate, easy access to a covered patio and deck/fire pit areas as well as a lengthy dock that accommodates both an on-site row boat and an open boat rack. This place is a great family get-away as well as a special girls (or guys for that matter) relaxed retreat. Homey and comfy. Bonus--the lily of the valley that line the driveway were in full bloom and their scent was just heavenly! I'll be returning--this time with my whole family in tow!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Saulius M., Huntington Woods

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely Long Lake property

Great neighborhood, wonderful lake. Location is very convenient to Traverse City and Interlochen. Due to circumstances beyond anyone's control, a massive storm blew through the area and destroyed the dock just before we arrived. So, we were not able to take full advantage of the property. The owner/management company did what they could to address our concerns.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heidi K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Spacious and comfortable winter stay

Loved the open floor plan, great views, lots of bedroom options. Well-stocked kitchen. Cozy, comfortable, cabin feeling.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Janet V.

Liked: Cleanliness

Bride to Be Weekend

Property reminded me of an old cabin, clean, warm and cozy inside. Lots of room to sleep, nice mattresses on beds, comfortable sheets, blankets & pillows. Kitchen was nicely stocked, along with a fridge both upstairs and downstairs. Close to Traverse City, but far enough away from the hustle & bustle. Saw first snow of the season and was beautiful on the trees surrounding the lake. Lights in the kitchen didn't work when we got there, but one call to the property manager and they told us where the electrical box was. We turned the breaker back on and we were back in business. All in all, a great place to rest our heads and hang out. Thanks for the nice stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Glenda S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cabin with a beautiful view.

We spent 3 nights and were very comfortable. Cabin offered everything we needed. Gave us the up north cabin vibe.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

8/10 Good

Andy M.

Lake house in a Great Location

This is a typical Michigan “Up North” Lakehouse that many families have in their families for generations. There are 2 bedrooms and a full bath upstairs, and two bedrooms and a full bath downstairs. The downstairs walks out to a patio on the lake. Overall the home is cozy and comfortable. It appears to have a decent amount of traffic, which is where the cleanliness concerns come in. Not awful, but could be improved upon. The only other thing I would warn people about is that the bedroom and bathrooms downstairs have low ceilings. Most in our party were under 6ft tall, so it wasn’t an issue, but it might be if you or your family is a taller person.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

6/10 Okay

Gary B.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Enjoyed our stay, but ……..

Older “Vintage “ cottage. Needed 4 bedrooms for 8 (us, kids and spouses. ) Nice layout. Kitchen well supplied. Upper bedrooms were ok and comfortable. However the beds in the basement level were very uncomfortable, so much so that a couple of our kids slept on the sofas. Basement shower didn’t drain well, until my son pulled out a gob of hair from it. Overall could have used a better cleaning as there was a lot of dust and cob webs around. Nice lake front location and close to Traverse City.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kimberley S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay by the water.

I have stayed in this area before but not directly on the water. I was so happy to find a place with direct water access. The dock was a great place to sit and dip your toes, read a book, chat with friends. The water was beautifully clear and you got used to the temperature quickly. The house was great for a few days stay. The cleanliness mark is just because we found a bra and a full nail under one of the beds but otherwise the stay was so nice I couldn't mark it any less than 5 stars. I would recommend and stay there again!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Sara H.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Quiet Retreat

We enjoyed our stay. The location was just right for a quiet, peaceful get-a-way, yet close to events and activities.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen K.

Nice and comfortable

Great week. Lake was amazing and house had everything we needed
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

6/10 Okay

Benjamin D.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Great Location

The location is pristine and we really loved the view of the lake from the dining table! The only caveat I would point out was the cleanliness of the home. They had hardwood floors so the struggle is always with dust bunnies but with that comes the knowledge of the need to thoroughly clean the floors. Having a wife with dust allergies this turned out to be a nightmare for her with constant flare-ups. All of the vents and air intake locations for the heater were absolutely horridly jammed with dust and it would appear the central heating ducts hadn’t been cleaned in over a decade if not longer. Great wonderful location just needs a little bit more attention to the dust that all over the floor and under the beds and tables before being turned over to new tenants.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Erin D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cozy and Quiet

This was a charming home and the view to the water was amazing! The water was so clear and clean. Even though it was still a bit chilly, my kids couldn’t resist. We were very happy with our stay and would highly recommend this home to a family looking for a quiet and fun getaway!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

michael t.

Liked: Cleanliness

Everything we wanted

Great cottage with old time appeal. Very cozy, quiet and clean neighborhood with all the amenities you could ask for.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alison L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fun family time

Fun family time. A great house for gameplaying and opening presents.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

8/10 Good

Carol Y.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fun lakefront vacation get-away!

Quiet lakefront cottage on Long Lake within short driving distance to Traverse City. Plenty of room to spread out, enjoy a bonfire and dine in or explore the local attractions.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Alan C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Fit

Splash Landing on Long Lake is a unique property. The photos and prior reviews (both pros & cons) offer a fairly accurate view of what to expect. While it might not be ideal for everyone, it met our needs perfectly. It had all of the features we were looking for, yet still rustic enough for us to relax and feel completely at home. The members of our group are not very tall, so the low ceilings in the walk-out level were not an issue for us, but probably would be for anyone over 5'9". The dock and mooring fit our boat perfectly. We enjoyed kayaking, boating, paddle boarding and playing cards at night in the dining area. The piano was a nice surprise as we are also a musical family. There were plenty of extra blankets and pillows tucked away in cabinets, which was nice for the cool evenings. Friends who live in the area came to visit one day and we had fun playing volleyball at the neighborhood park nearby. Its proximity to shopping and other conveniences are a plus, although we preferred supporting the local grocery across the lake...their pizza was so good that we had it twice that week. We have spent the past 20+ years renting lake homes in Michigan. Some, we would not wish to return to. This one, definitively.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

David Y.

Liked: Cleanliness

Soccer Game Vacation

Accurate description, very clean, spacious cottage. Awesome lake, great neighborhood. Close to Traverse City and all of the area attractions.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

8/10 Good

Nicole H.

Liked: Cleanliness

North

Always enjoy going up north. This time was needed for friends who have been through a lot. The house was choose was perfect and just what we needed
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia T., Bay Village, Ohio

Liked: Cleanliness

Great views!

We can to Traverse City so our “90-plus grandmothers” could see their great grandchild for the first time.... so we needed bedrooms and bathroom on the first floor. It had that, plus a wonderfully supplied kitchen so we could even have everyone over for an Easter dinner cookout. The dining table overlooked a spectacular view of the lake and we saw beautiful sunsets each night. Truly a comfortable home for all of us AND our two dogs.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Bryan W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice stay

The place was clean and perfect for our group of 6! The views and neighborhood were awesome
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021

8/10 Good

Dave H.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Awesome lake and location

Love long lake. Mooring ball held my 20’ boat very well. Location is very friendly as well. Home had a very charming cottage feel. Frustrated with 4:00 check in. Would not allow us to check in early because we were told they were still cleaning the place. The place just wasn’t clean. Especially the exterior. Otherwise, I think I would rent it again.