Entire apartment

Whispering Pines Cottage on Bass Lake

Traverse City apartment with kitchen

Choose dates to view prices

Photo gallery for Whispering Pines Cottage on Bass Lake

TV, fireplace
Interior
Exterior
TV, fireplace
TV, fireplace

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

3 bedrooms3 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

View in a map
Traverse City, MI
  • Place, Bass Lake
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Front Street
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Place, Traverse City Beach
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Airport, Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Room options

You may also like

About the neighborhood

Traverse City

In Traverse City .At this Traverse City apartment, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Bass Lake and 3 miles (5 km) of The Crown Golf Club. Grand Traverse Mall and Hippie Tree are also within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Bass Lake - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Turtle Creek Stadium - 12 min drive - 7.4 miles
  • Front Street - 14 min drive - 9.9 miles
  • Traverse City Beach - 20 min drive - 13.7 miles
  • Traverse City State Park - 20 min drive - 13.7 miles

Getting around

  • Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Whispering Pines Cottage on Bass Lake

Whispering Pines Cottage on Bass Lake
Bedroom 1: King Bed (Main Floor) | Bedroom 2: Queen Bed (Upstairs) | Bedroom 3: Bunk Bed (Upstairs) | Bonus Room/Office: Futon
Enjoy direct lake access for swimming, fishing, and relaxing on the water then take a short drive into Traverse City, just 15 minutes away. Explore the area s renowned wineries, farm-to-table restaurants, charming downtown shops, and stunning Lake Michigan beaches. Whether you re here for cherry season, a wine tour, or a winter escape, Whispering Pines Cottage puts you close to it all while offering a quiet retreat at the end of the day.

The home offers comfortable sleeping arrangements across three bedrooms plus a bonus room with a futon. Enjoy serene mornings by the water and quiet evenings under the trees in this tranquil setting.
🔥 Add a Sauna to Your Stay!
Enhance your getaway with a private wood-fired barrel sauna and cold plunge delivered right to the property by Northern Heat Sauna Rentals—the perfect way to relax after a day outdoors.
GUEST ACCESS
Guests have access to the entire home and private lake frontage.
Water Access Notice:
Guests may enter and use the water at their own risk. There is currently no beach, and the lake bottom is mucky, so you may sink upon entering. A dock is planned for summer 2026. In the meantime, a nearby public boat launch is available.
If bringing a boat, advance notice is required. Please do not use neighboring docks.
THE NEIGHBORHOOD
Located in a small, quiet neighborhood at the end of a half-mile dirt road. To preserve the peaceful atmosphere, parties, large gatherings, events, and bachelor/bachelorette groups are not permitted.
OTHER THINGS TO NOTE
Strictly non-smoking property (indoors and outdoors)
Why Choose Elevated Homes Hospitality?

Complimentary with EVERY reservation:
*One bag of Panther coffee roasted in Traverse City
⋆ Free Gym Access @ Formative Fitness (please message for details)
⋆ 10% off each TC Brew Bus reservation
⋆ $5 off per Kayak, Bike Brew reservation
⋆ 10% off any rental at Paddle TC
⋆ $15 off any motorized rental at TC Watersports
*15% off any rental/package with Memories Traverse City

NEED PEACE OF MIND? CHECK OUT OUR DAMAGE WAIVER PROTECTION!
With every Elevated Homes Hospitality stay you will receive an affordable travel investment that pays for itself and helps provide our guest with a peace of mind. It provides five VERY important coverage guarantees to make you feel more confident when you book with us!

Cancellation Guarantee
30-day cancellation policy. Guests may cancel up to 30 days prior check-in to receive a full refund. (minus the damage waiver protection fee)

Inclement Weather
Some weather conditions can prevent or delay travel, no worries, our staff will work with you on canceling or moving your dates (depending on availability)

Damage Coverage
Covers you up to $250 dollars of unintentional accidents to the property (any damages that exceed the $250, intentional or unintentional (charged to the credit card on file)

24 On-Call Maintenance

Happy Stays App
Browse the hotspots such as restaurants and popular wineries, see property info, browse attractions, claim discounted offers included in your stay, and so much more in one convenient place

14 Day Refresh Provided
Elevated Homes Hospitality requires a 14 day refresh for any guest staying longer than 30 days with us. This wonderful service provides you with a fresh linen exchange, amenity restocking and a light clean to freshen up the home. Please note there will be an additional fee for this amenity.

We welcome you to come Stay Play Like a Local!

Other things to note:
Smoking is strictly prohibited (violations will result in incurring fees)
STR-003142

Similar properties

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Internet access

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Shower

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • TV

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

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

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

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

  • No pets allowed

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

1067647

Frequently asked questions

How close is Whispering Pines Cottage on Bass Lake to the airport?

This apartment is 9.1 mi (21-min drive) away from the Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Whispering Pines Cottage on Bass Lake have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this apartment.

How close is Whispering Pines Cottage on Bass Lake to the beach?

This apartment is 10.7 mi (20-min drive) from Traverse City Beach and 7.2 mi (13-min drive) from West End Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Whispering Pines Cottage on Bass Lake offer free breakfast?

This apartment does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Whispering Pines Cottage on Bass Lake?

No, there is no casino at this apartment.

What time is check-in at Whispering Pines Cottage on Bass Lake?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Whispering Pines Cottage on Bass Lake?

Free parking is not available at this apartment.

Does Whispering Pines Cottage on Bass Lake have a pool?

This apartment does not have a pool.

Does Whispering Pines Cottage on Bass Lake have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this apartment.

How close is Whispering Pines Cottage on Bass Lake to downtown Traverse City?

This apartment is 6 mi away from Traverse City.

Whispering Pines Cottage on Bass Lake Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Alfred S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen O.

Liked: Cleanliness
A great location, lake front on a quiet wooded street. Met all our expectations. Close to Downtown Traverse City, airport, the lake and vineyards
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Justin-Maya H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Whispering Pines Cottage has a gorgeous lake setting and everything you need for a magical memorable vacation. The home is well kept. Our host Katy was most helpful. We truly enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025