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Cedar Cottage, Private Beach on Lake Leelanau

Cedar accommodation with kitchen

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A kitchen with a stove, microwave, and wooden cabinets. There is a dining area with a table and chairs.
A deck with wicker chairs and a fire pit, overlooking a lake and dock.
A cozy living room with a wooden ceiling, a sofa, a dining table, and a lamp.
A cozy living room with a fireplace, a dining table set with plates and a vase of flowers, and a large window offering a view of the outdoors.
A bedroom with a bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a ceiling fan, a window with blinds, and a view of the sea.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61400 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor Space
  • Barbecue grill
  • Water view

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Cedar, MI
  • Place, Lake Leelanau
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Front Street
    ‪25 min drive‬
  • Place, Traverse City Beach
    ‪32 min drive‬
  • Airport, Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪35 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Cedar

On lake.Stay at this Cedar cottage and you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Lake Leelanau and 2 miles (3 km) of Bel Lago Winery. Holy Rosary Catholic Church is within 6 miles (10 km) and Lime Lake is within 9 miles (15 km).
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What's nearby

  • Lake Leelanau - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Village at Grand Traverse Commons - 25 min drive - 20.7 miles
  • Front Street - 25 min drive - 20.9 miles
  • Great Wolf Lodge Water Park - 27 min drive - 22.5 miles
  • Traverse City Beach - 32 min drive - 25.7 miles

Getting around

  • Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cedar River Coffee Company - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Pegtown Station - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Farm Club - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Cedar Tavern - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Paradise Cove Bar & Grill - ‬20 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.

Cedar Cottage, Private Beach on Lake Leelanau

Experience 'The Great Lakes State' while vacationing on the sandy shores of Lake Leelanau in this charming vacation rental! Situated just steps from the water in beautiful northern Michigan, you'll be within easy driving distance of Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, Lake Michigan, Traverse City, and tons of options for outdoor recreation. Recharge in the modern cottage featuring 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, an open floor plan, and a beautiful deck with stunning views.

-- THE PROPERTY --

Dock/Boat Slip available June 1 to August 31, 2024 | Bed & Bath on Ground Level | Saturday-Saturday Stays Only in July & August

Bedroom 1: Queen Bed | Bedroom 2: Full Bed | Bedroom 3: 2 Twin Beds

Sleek oak furnishings enhance the cottage's 1,400-square-foot, 2-story interior. In the open-concept living/dining area, floor-to-ceiling windows and sliding glass doors span the entire length of the room, letting natural light pour in and offering a great view of Lake Leelanau, which has shallow water ideal for children.

Bring along your family's favorite recipes and utilize the fully equipped kitchen to prepare delicious homemade feasts! The adjacent 6-person dining table can perfectly accommodate your whole group and faces the large windows, or allowing you to dine on the deck and admire lovely lake views while you eat!

Wind down by relaxing around the fire pit or watching a movie with the group, before retreating to the 3 bedrooms for a restful night of sleep. Wake up in the morning to the smell of coffee brewing and bacon crackling, and kick-start your morning with a hearty home-style breakfast during sunrise before hitting the road for the day's activities!

-- THE LOCATION --

This lake escape is an excellent base for exploring not only Lake Leelanau, but tons of surrounding attractions! You'll find great dining, shopping, fishing, and boating just minutes from the property. The area has quite a few wineries, including Bel Lago Vineyards & Winery (right up the road!), 45 North Vineyard & Winery, Tandem Ciders, and Shady Lane Cellars.

Drive 20 miles west to explore Sleeping Dunes National Lakeshore, the largest natural sand dune on the Great Lakes. Scenic drives, spectacular views, wildlife spottings, and great nature trails await at one of the most popular northern attractions in the U.S. Hiking the Dune Climb is a must!

Once you get to the top of the Dune Climb, you can make the trek down to Lake Michigan! Depending on the season, Lake Michigan offers countless fun water activities for the whole family!

For another day trip, check out Leland's Fishtown - about a 20-minute drive north, you can walk along the docks and experience the ins and outs of this historic commercial fishing spot, which is one of the only working fishing villages left in Michigan!

-- REST EASY WITH US --

Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you'll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we'll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we'll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.

-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- No pets allowed
- No events, parties or large gatherings. Evidence of additional guests or parties for the day will result in extra fees
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: The property requires stairs to access
- NOTE: The entrance is not handicap accessible, but there is a bedroom and accessible bathroom located on the ground floor
- NOTE: The dock/boat slip availability is June 1 to August 31 for the 2024 season
- NOTE: The strict maximum occupancy of 6 applies to all visitors during the day, overnight guests, and children over 2
- NOTE: The homeowner may be present on the property for purposes of repair, maintenance, and inspection. This includes yard work and grass cutting. Homeowner shall use this right in a reasonable manner
- NOTE: The property does not have air conditioning

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Limited onsite parking (max 4 spaces)

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Dock
  • Firepit
  • Patio
  • Yard

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayaking 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 1,400 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 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 and a first aid kit
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, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

New! Cedar Cottage Private Beach on Lake Leelanau
Cedar Cottage, Private Beach on Lake Leelanau Cedar
Cedar Cottage, Private Beach on Lake Leelanau Cottage
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Cedar Cottage, Private Beach on Lake Leelanau Cottage Cedar

Frequently asked questions

How close is Cedar Cottage, Private Beach on Lake Leelanau to the airport?

This cottage is 22.1 mi (41-min drive) away from the Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Cedar Cottage, Private Beach on Lake Leelanau have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this cottage.

How close is Cedar Cottage, Private Beach on Lake Leelanau to the beach?

This cottage is 14 mi (26-min drive) from Van's Beach and 16.5 mi (25-min drive) from West End Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Cedar Cottage, Private Beach on Lake Leelanau offer free breakfast?

This cottage does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Cedar Cottage, Private Beach on Lake Leelanau?

No, there is no casino at this cottage, but Leelanau Sands Casino (29-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Cedar Cottage, Private Beach on Lake Leelanau?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Cedar Cottage, Private Beach on Lake Leelanau?

Free parking is not available at this cottage.

Does Cedar Cottage, Private Beach on Lake Leelanau have a pool?

This cottage does not have a pool.

Does Cedar Cottage, Private Beach on Lake Leelanau have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this cottage.

How close is Cedar Cottage, Private Beach on Lake Leelanau to downtown Cedar?

This cottage is 3.2 mi away from Cedar.

Cedar Cottage, Private Beach on Lake Leelanau Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 15 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 15 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 15 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gary H.

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

Lake Leelanua

This was just a great place! Extremely clean, very well equipped, beautiful setting on a clear water lake, quiet and peaceful!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Wonderful stay - great owners!

We truly enjoyed this amazing space. It was our first time renting a cottage and it hit all the marks. Beautiful location and so quiet. It’s more than we had hoped. On top of that- the owners were fantastic- very communicative and friendly. We truly enjoyed meeting them. We would rent this place again and again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kathy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Right on Lake Leelanau

This is a house with all the amenities needed to have a very comfortable stay. Very private. Ray and Marge are very gracious hosts
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan Secrest

Fun at the lake

This was our third time staying at this house and once again it did not disappoint. We all enjoyed hanging out on the deck with its beautiful view of the lake. The owners do a great job of maintaining the beach area and our kids enjoyed playing in the sand. The house is well-equipped with kitchen utensils and cookware. The grill looks brand new and I enjoyed being able to grill out while watching the kids play in the water. Overall, it was an excellent trip!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan Secrest

Fun at the lake

This was our third time staying at this house and once again it did not disappoint. We all enjoyed hanging out on the deck with its beautiful view of the lake. The owners do a great job of maintaining the beach area and our kids enjoyed playing in the sand. The house is well-equipped with kitchen utensils and cookware. The grill looks brand new and I enjoyed being able to grill out while watching the kids play in the water. Overall, it was an excellent trip!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Jon

We love this cottage!

This was our second time at this property and we again thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The house is wonderful. It is well maintained and equipped and the property is perfect for adults and kids to enjoy themselves. The water is clear and shallow even past the dock with a sandy bottom. Our kids loved the water and the beach, as did the adults. The deck is a great spot to hang out both during the day and night with an excellent view of the lake. Marge and Ray are wonderful hosts and put a lot of hard work into ensuring the property is in the best condition.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan S.

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

Love this house!

This was our second time staying at this house and we once again loved it. The sandy beach provided hours of entertainment for the kids. The water is clear and shallow even past the boat dock so us adults didn't worry when the kids were playing in the water. The deck is perfect for hanging out during the day and night. The kitchen is well-equipped with all you need for cooking. Our hosts were again generous with their time in providing suggestions for recreation, dining, and boat rental.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gregg S.

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

Wonderful Stay

We had a wonderful time at the cottage. Our kids loved playing in the beach area and in the shallow water, which by the way goes out much further than you can see. Got a chance to throw around the football and a Frisbee at long distances in the water.. I also brought my boat up and there was plenty of space to tie up to the dock. A lot of different areas to fish that cannot be covered in 1 weeks time. Many great memories were made here. The fire pit on the dock was also a great feature we took advantage of. Great location central to Leland, Glen Arbor and Traverse city. Especially on those days where you need a break from the sun :). We will definitely stay again if we head up that way in the future. Thanks Marge and Ray!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Eric D.

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

Very clean spacious and well supplied. Great location.

Two thumbs up
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sarah B.

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

Peaceful

We had an amazing experience with the owners and the property. The cottage has all the necessary items you need in a bathroom kitchen and laundry facilities. The owners were friendly and provided answers to all our questions. They were available when we needed to reach them and provided ideas for places to go and eat out. The property was beautiful and maintained!! The location is great!! Can’t wait to rent next summer.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan S.

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

Excellent House

The check-in process was a breeze and the house was even better than advertised. We enjoyed hanging out on the deck, which has a great view of the lake and allowed the adults relax while still watching the kids play on the sandy beach or in the clear, shallow water. The location feels very secluded and we appreciated its location on the lake because it did not seem like there was much boat traffic. We did not have any issues with the property, but the owners were extremely responsive to the questions we had about the house and surrounding areas. They also took a personal interest and added some nice personal touches. For example, when I spoke with them prior to our arrival, I mentioned my wife had a food allergy and they included information for a local grocer with specialty items in our welcome packet. Based on my interests our hosts dropped off some smoked sausages, which was greatly appreciated. We really could not have asked for better hosts or a better house for our family vacation. In fact, we booked for next year already.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
Verified review

8/10 Good

Dionna B.

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

Classic cottage on the water

If you’re looking for a classic cottage feel in a secluded area, this is a great option. If you’re looking for modern lodging, this is not for you. The hosts are very friendly. However, they did show up during our stay to work on the property. That was off putting, since we were in our bathing suits having a private family day. My husband and I prefer privacy when we rent vacation homes. Mentioning this in case you expect full privacy like we do. Overall, it’s a great location. 15-20 minutes to most Traverse area destinations. Owners maintain the grounds well.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

christine k.

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

Family Winery & Brewery Tours

Great location for our families winery & brewery tours in Traverse City and Leelanau/Suttons Bay area. Great lake front views and bonfire on porch! Will come again in the summer and bring our boat for a ride along the lake shore!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lisa D.

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

Very clean

Very clean and a great location for a girl's wine weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019
Verified review

8/10 Good

Migdaliz L.

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

Great Place to have a nice and relaxing weekend.

Very clean place but the beds are not for 4 adults that need each one a bed. One of our friends had to sleep on the couch.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019