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Traverse City close to downtown Waterfront Spider Lake, On-site Rentals, Pets ok

Vacation home perfectly located for exploring Traverse City

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A wooden deck with a table and chairs, a small shed, and a stone wall.
A cabin with a balcony, a dock, and a lake view.
A stone staircase surrounded by large rocks, leading up a hill with trees in the background.
Interior
A cozy cabin interior with a wooden interior, a dining area, a kitchen with a stove and microwave, and a television.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 111250 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, Spider Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Tibbets Lake
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪22 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Traverse City

Heart of Traverse City.Within a 5-minute walk of the vacation home, you'll find Forest Lakes and Spider Lake. Tibbets Lake and High Lake are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Forest Lakes - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Spider Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Tibbets Lake - 5 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Traverse City Beach - 18 min drive - 8.3 miles
  • Front Street - 23 min drive - 11.5 miles

Getting around

  • Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Culver's - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Peegeo's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Stone Hound Brewing - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Smoke And Porter - ‬17 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.

Traverse City close to downtown Waterfront Spider Lake, On-site Rentals, Pets ok

SLEEPS 11 (1260 sq.ft ) 3 bedroom 2 bath
Beautiful 2-story pine interior house offers the best views of Spider Lake. The house is divided into two separate units; upper and lower, each with its own entrance. The 2 units are not connected on the inside. The upper unit has 2 bedrooms with a king bed in the master, full bed in the 2nd bedroom, queen sofa bed with memory foam and twin futon in the living room. The lower unit has 1 bedroom with a queen bed, a queen sofa sleeper with memory foam in the living area and a laundry room with a washer and dryer. Both units have full kitchens with dining tables and chairs and the lower unit has 2 bar stools. There is a gas stove, refrigerator, microwave, toaster, coffee pot in each unit, and a gas grill. The rental includes AC, free WIFI, firestick streaming, and flat screen TV’s in each unit. Each unit has a private deck with patio tables and chairs. The units are equipped with cookware, dishes, utensils, common kitchen items, hand soap, dish soap, coffee filters, bed linens and pillows. There are ceiling fans throughout each unit and natural gas heat. The lower unit has an additional thermostat in the bedroom for extra heat if needed. Enjoy this little slice of heaven and take in some fresh air! Open Year round near snow skiing and snow tubing (Mt. Holiday 10 mins, Schuss Mountain 45 mins, Boyne Mountain 60 mins), Hiking, Snow shoeing and Cross country skiing trails

Pet fee is $20 per night per pet. Must disclose prior to booking.

NOTE: Your rental includes trash bags, 2-4 rolls of toilet paper, 2 paper towel, dish soap and hand soap. YOU WILL NEED TO PROVIDE: bath and beach towels, charcoal, lighter fluid and firewood

****Holiday weekend including Memorial Day, Labor Day 3 night minimum stay; Weekly rentals last week in June - first week in August

Optional On-site Rental Add-On:
2014 Crest Pontoon 21ft 75hp seats 11, bimini canopy
2012 Bennington Pontoon 21ft 50hp seats 12, bimini canopy
2017 SunChaser G3 Pontoon boat 16ft 25hp 6 people w/ bimini canopy (no tubing)
2017 Bennington GPD Pontoon boat 22ft 115hp 11 people w/ bimini canopy
11ft Stand Up Paddle board

Optional water equipment: Tube, ski or wakeboard can be added to any boat rental
Pet fee is $20 per night per pet; must disclose if you are bringing a pet (no cats)

No Smoking/Vaping inside, No Early check in, No outside guests, No self-tanners

The cabin is located on 2.6 shared wooded resort with 9 rental cabins - 110' lake frontage on all-sports Spider Lake with 450 acres of sandy bottoms great for watersports and fishing. The resort has a nice shallow swimming area that is overlooked by a sun deck. The shared fire pit is located in the middle of the resort near the water in the common area. There are complimentary kayaks available. Other cabins available for rent at Windjammer Resort 4434885,4434892, 4447083, 4435274, 9151062.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Netflix
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Streaming services

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Firepit
  • Gas grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Climate control

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Fan
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 4 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Boat
  • Kayak
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Windsurfing 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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Property located in a resort
  • Unit size: 1,250 square feet

Policies

Check-in

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

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

Rules

No bachelor or bachlorette parties, no smoking or vaping inside, No outside guests, No self tanning lotion
Pets are $20 per night per pet, must be on leash, bring crate or pen if you plan to leave pet alone, they must stay off furniture
Weekly rentals in June - August. Memorial Day and Labor Day weekend require 3 night minimum stay.

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 4 pets
  • 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 and a deadbolt lock
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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. 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 deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

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Windjammer Resort Cabin #8 Traverse City Waterfront Spider Lake

Frequently asked questions

How close is Traverse City close to downtown Waterfront Spider Lake, On-site Rentals, Pets ok to the airport?

This vacation home is 8.3 mi (20-min drive) away from the Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Traverse City close to downtown Waterfront Spider Lake, On-site Rentals, Pets ok have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Traverse City close to downtown Waterfront Spider Lake, On-site Rentals, Pets ok to the beach?

This vacation home is 6.7 mi (16-min drive) from Traverse City Beach and 11 mi (30-min drive) from Clinch Park Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Traverse City close to downtown Waterfront Spider Lake, On-site Rentals, Pets ok offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Traverse City close to downtown Waterfront Spider Lake, On-site Rentals, Pets ok?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home, but Turtle Creek Casino (25-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Traverse City close to downtown Waterfront Spider Lake, On-site Rentals, Pets ok?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Traverse City close to downtown Waterfront Spider Lake, On-site Rentals, Pets ok?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Traverse City close to downtown Waterfront Spider Lake, On-site Rentals, Pets ok have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Traverse City close to downtown Waterfront Spider Lake, On-site Rentals, Pets ok have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Traverse City close to downtown Waterfront Spider Lake, On-site Rentals, Pets ok to downtown Traverse City?

This vacation home is 8.6 mi away from Traverse City.

Traverse City close to downtown Waterfront Spider Lake, On-site Rentals, Pets ok Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 18 out of 23 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 23 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 23 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 23 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

FRANCIS J.

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

Perfect cozy family getaway

Very easy to book rental for the dates we wanted.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nick S.

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

Cozy Lakefront cabin

Our stay was awesome. The area is relaxing and the property was just what we were looking for.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matt D.

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

Excellent Family Location

Kids loved the area, mini camp site great, row boats were a blast. Perfect for teaching our son how to fish.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike P.

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

Great Place

We were there for a weekend but spend most of our time away from the house. When we were there it was very nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lupe D.

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

Great weekend getaway!

This was perfect for a girls weekend getaway. The cabin was nice and cozy with a beautiful view of the lake. Angela was amazing with answering all of my questions and gave us recommendations as well. It was easy to find the location during the day. However, I do not recommend arriving during the night because it is very dark and the sign is not lite so you can easily miss your turn into the cabin. Would definitely like to return with the family during warmer weather to have enjoyed the outdoor amenities offered in the resort. Great spot highly recommend. Only complaint from one of my guests was one of the mattresses in the bedroom from the upper unit should be replaced. She stated it was very uncomfortable to sleep on that mattress.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Jim J.

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

Short fall weekend stay

Very nice beach area, deck, beautiful view from the deck. We were there a short fall weekend, cold and super windy so didn’t get to enjoy the beach, etc. this cabin is right on the water and a nice big common area in the upper area. Property manager was responsive addressed my a few details that needed taking care of.. we want to try and stay there again in the summer months.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda R.

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

Good

Beautiful place! We had a blast!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

6/10 Okay

Abigale C.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Needs more upkeep

The property manager was not very friendly from the beginning. After that I received the welcome email it said there would be a key and a welcome letter when we got there and there wasn’t. So I called the property manager Josh and he wasn’t professional and seemed annoyed. We eventually found out there’s a code and it’s a welcome binder on the table to the side with the code in it... I just think there’s a very big lack of communication. The deck and stairs were falling apart and the sliding door had a broken handle. They also don’t provide towels or toilet paper which for the price you pay they should. The view was the best part of the stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

6/10 Okay

Kris C.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Great Potential.. Just needs a little TLC

Location is fine. Cabins are cute. We stayed in Cabin 8. Has upstairs & downstairs but they are NOT connected; you have to go outside and re-enter each level. There is no indoor staircase. The good: Views, fresh air, location The bad: Lower unit door wouldn't lock, Slider hand locks with stick, laundry is in lower unit so you have to carry soiled clothing from upstairs outside to bottom unit. Upper unit fridge had no pull handle, slider door handle fell off, dead batteries in TV remote, when we opened the slider door to the deck, the entire screen door fell off, bringing your own towels, washcloths, TP, & paper towels, was very inconvenient. The Worse: King size bed very uncomfortable, like a springy balloon, pretty sure the sheets hadn't been changed. That's a HUGE disgusting failure in my mind. BOTH beds in the upper unit had visible sand between the sheets. The smaller bed also had balled up paper towel remnants along with the sand. The lower unit had "worse" things on the sheets. We hand swept the floors about a zillion times from all the sand everywhere.. and it was tough keeping up. And we never went on the beach. Sand is just everywhere. There were 2 vacuum cleaners - neither work (no suction). Several lights don't work, bathtub/shower combo VERY slow draining, plan on standing in a couple inches of your own dirty water before you finish showering. I text the prop. manager about the remote not working, the reply was, "It was working yesterday". I bought batteries and replaced them myself. The ONLY reason we stayed after the above listed conditions was because we had a house fire and were desperate for a place (We only live a couple miles away from this place). I sincerely hope they fix this place up. It could be very, very nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark F.

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

If you like what you see in the pictures, you will love it!

If you like what you see in the pictures of this property, you will be very happy with the property when you arrive! We used both the up and downstairs units. It is very clean (and I am a clean freak), everything worked properly, comfortable beds and had all amenities you will need with the exception of the ones they specified. My husband, two grown children, their spouses and almost two year old enjoyed a fantastic visit reminiscing when our parents lived on Spider Lake. We are already planning our next visit to this property!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kris P.

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

Family fun

We had an awesome time. The house was very cute great location and the property manager Josh was amazing. Angela the owner was right on top of everything anytime I had a question she responded right away. We made alot of good memories thank you.
Verified

8/10 Good

Mary B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

Review of Spider Lake Vacation Rental

My family really enjoyed our stay at this property. There were plenty of activities and we enjoyed it very much. The lake was warm and there is a nice beach area. It is close to Traverse City, so plenty of things to do. This is a resort, so much of the property if common areas shared with other cottages.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly D.

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

Wonderful experience

I had an amazing time here! I came up with my family for a vacation. There were 11 of us ranging from ages 1-60+.. there was something to do for everyone. We enjoyed laying out/ swimming at the beach, kayaking, paddle boarding, fishing, cruising around on the lake, and bonfires! Property is very well kept and property manager is very quick with responses and answered all of our questions. We ended up renting one of the pontoons and I would definitely recommend this.. Overall this was a great experience and I would definitely return again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Caitlin O.

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

Family Vacation

Stayed in cabin 8 for a long weekend. Had 11 of us. Very roomy. Great view of the lake. House was cozy. The resort was quiet and enjoyable. Had a great time.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matthew O.

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

Great Getaway!

Beautiful location, and good communication with the owners. Absolutely loved the back porch for relaxing with a fantastic lake view. A great location for getting away, while still close to downtown.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joann D.

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

Beautiful Lake Views

What a beautiful view of the lake from our balcony! Our home was very clean and comfortable. Great property manager and Josh was super helpful. Everything you need is right here...boat rentals, beach, campfire area, huge deck by the lake, fishing and just a wonderful place to relax and have family fun. Our unit was the best because it had a private 1 bedroom unit downstairs, complete with its own kitchen and bath. Perfect for extended families. We will definitely return !
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Gregory P.

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

Great Up North Get-Away

Great location on Spider Lake! We rented the Bennington pontoon boat for a few days and thoroughly enjoyed it. It was in good working condition and clean. The house we rented right on the lake had a great location and beautiful view. The upper and lower levels were split with separate entrances, which actually ended up working well for us. We put the adults and younger children upstairs, and put our teenage girls and their friends in the lower apartment, where they had their own kitchen, shower, and sleeping arrangements. One key item to note that we did not fully comprehend when we rented is that the location is part of a small resort on the lake with other cabins, which means you have neighbors and share the facilities with them, e.g. kayaks, fire-pit, volley-ball court, etc. Was not a problem for us as we are sociable and talked with folks, but just something to be aware of if privacy and seclusion is a priority for you. All and all it was a great week and we would definitely consider renting this house from Angela and Jason again. Thanks!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessie S.

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

Family vacation!

We had 5 adults and one child at the cabin and we had a great time! It was right on the water; the lake was clean, warm, and shallow. We also rented the paddle boards for an afternoon and enjoyed paddling around the lake. There is a nice grocery store only a couple miles away and Traverse City isn’t too far away either with plenty of food and shopping options. I would definitely recommend this spot for families!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christina M.

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

Great Lakes Adventure

This was a great location for my friend and I and our boys! The lake was beautiful and in a great location to visit Traverse City, Sleeping Bear Dunes and other awesome places. We really enjoyed our time
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jill J.

Surprise 50th Birthday

We gathered here for my sister’s 50th birthday. Had 8 of us and the set up of two kind of separate units was really nice - allowed for some privacy. The location was great - right on the lake. Close to Traverse City - so easy to drive into town for dinner. Close to many vineyards - so did a wine tour and had some great Michigan wines.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joseph P.

Very great place

The cabin was very nice and clean. The area was rather secluded and made for a relaxing stay. Only a 15-20 minute drive to Traverse city.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2018
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Peaceful escape with beautiful views!

My husband and two young boys stayed at the cabin. It was the perfect size for a family vacation and very clean. My boys LOVED the bunk beds. The deck overlooking Spider Lake is beautiful. We were able to eat dinner each night outside on our personal and private deck. Once we put the boys to bed, we enjoyed fun evenings at the campfire with other families staying at the resort. If you are looking for a comfortable,cozy, and clean place to take your family, this is it! They are also pet friendly, which is great!! Just make sure to inform them before you arrive. Definitely recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2017
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Ashley S.

Beautiful view, awesome accommodations!

The cabin itself is beautiful and maintained well - clean and comfortable! The scenery is gorgeous, Cabin 8 overlooks the lake and it's so peaceful. The grounds contain everything you need for entertainment! From bonfire pit to volleyball, and kayaks and even a pontoon boat! The area around the resort is nice for quiet walks and Not far away there is a school with an awesome trail to walk as well. The resort is only 15 minutes away from downtown traverse city, so you have the ability to relax in a quiet, peaceful, beautiful, scenic setting and also take a short drive to all the entertainment in town! I recommend this resort, hands down.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2017

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