See all properties
Entire home

Exceptional waterfront retreat with a flat sandy beach….fantastic views!

Photo gallery for Exceptional waterfront retreat with a flat sandy beach….fantastic views!

Perfect location on a point and with sandy beach
Exterior
Nice location between two lakes
Beach
Another beautiful autumn vista from The Retreat! Make sure you check all pics!

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 12336.8 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

Map
Traverse City, MI
  • Spider Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Arbutus Lake
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Traverse City Beach
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bonus room

1 Double Sofa Bed, 2 Single Beds and 1 Single Futon

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

The Green Room

1 Queen Bed

The Lemon Room

1 Double Bed

The modern room

2 Single Beds

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom downstairs

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom upstairs

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master bath

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Powder room

Towels provided · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Exceptional waterfront retreat with a flat sandy beach….fantastic views!

MEMORY MAKER! This exceptional waterfront retreat rests atop a picturesque peninsula that noses its way into the crystal clear, spring fed waters of a sprawling all-sports lake. The 160' of prime frontage rims sandy-bottomed shallows perfect for swimming. Designed to capture lake views from almost every vantage point, and outfitted with high-end finishes, the architectural style incorporates soaring 30' ceilings, breathtaking walls of windows, loft overlook and a gourmet kitchen for the aspiring chef.

On the outskirts of the renowned resort town and culinary destination of Traverse City, this is the perfect setting to create memories that will be treasured for a lifetime! Enjoy the holiday of a lifetime! Our beautiful home can be your next vacation spot.

Located on a point, perfectly positioned on Spider Lake, a large all sports lake just outside Traverse City. Close enough to TC and all the wonderful amenities this great city has to offer yet far enough to feel like you're away from it all. Plus outdoor activities galore including world class golf, proximity to "the big lake" and Grand Traverse Bay, dunes, parks, hiking, snowmobiling and more. Come and enjoy a memorable vacation in this fully-furnished, 4 bedroom/ 3.5 bath.

The master bedroom includes an exotic king-sized, four poster bed from Asia, a private full bath, plenty of closet space and direct, uninterrupted views of Spider Lake and the big lake front deck.
The remaining bedrooms are furnished with designer touches.

The living room is furnished with everything you'll need to relax.

The huge and completed furnished kitchen comes with a perfect view of the lake and beach. Granite counter tops complete the scene.

2 1/2 stall garage provides protected parking as well as space for the kayaks.

Spend the day on the lake, swimming, fishing, boating. There are several vendors in the area that offer boat rental. Please inquire with us and we'll make a recommendation. Lastly, please note: there is no longer a hot tub on the property. STR License #008558

Property manager

Daniel Germain

Languages

English

Add dates for prices

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

Have a question?

AI iconBeta

Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews.

Similar properties

Kitchen is stocked with everything you'd need to cook a meal and serve guests

Newly Built Luxury Lakefront Lodge With Sandy Beach,Kayak/SUPs, Dock

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
10.0 out of 10, (91 reviews)
Newly Built Luxury Lakefront Lodge With Sandy Beach,Kayak/SUPs, Dock

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
default

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
default

Events

No events allowed
default

Pets

No pets allowed
default

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Please be considerate of our neighbors regarding noise.
I would require a copy of front and back of the booking person's driver's license. I may also ask to have a quick phone call.
Please confirm max 10 persons

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Traverse City

Located in Traverse City, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the beach. Shoppers can check out Front Street, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Lake Michigan and Grand Traverse Bay. Travelling with kids? Consider Centre Ice Arena, or check out an event or a game at Turtle Creek Stadium. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the snowmobiling and sledging.
Map
Traverse City, MI

What's nearby

  • Spider Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Arbutus Lake - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Centre Ice Arena - 15 min drive - 9.3 km
  • Traverse City Beach - 17 min drive - 11.3 km
  • Front Street - 23 min drive - 15.8 km

Getting around

  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Culver's - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪J & S Hamburg South Airport - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬19 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Exceptional waterfront retreat with a flat sandy beach….fantastic views! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Exceptional waterfront retreat with a flat sandy beach….fantastic views!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Exceptional waterfront retreat with a flat sandy beach….fantastic views!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Exceptional waterfront retreat with a flat sandy beach….fantastic views! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Traverse City holiday home is just steps away from Forest Lakes and Spider Lake. Arbutus Lake and Tibbets Lake are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window
Rating 10 - Excellent. 56 out of 58 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 58 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 58 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 58 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 58 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dawn B.

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

Fall Get Away

We had a wonderful stay again; and the home is just as advertised. Highly recommend this property.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

John A.

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

Wedding weekend

Spectacular
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Holbert F.

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

Perfect Family Vacation

We recently had the opportunity of staying at this house and it was an incredible stay. The house was clean, spacious, and beautiful. The lake was so peaceful and it was so much fun to soak up the sun in the lake all week. The property owner was great and communicated with us throughout our stay as needed. We highly recommend this property to anyone looking for a fun and peaceful family vacation! We would love to hear stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy S.

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

Perfect place to stay for a fall weekend

Great location, lovely home with plenty of room for 5 adults to spread out. Impressive kitchen, amazing views and good communication with the host.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie L.

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

A great family experience

A delightful stay in a beautiful house! Loved swimming in Spider Lake, cooking at home, and getting to know Traverse City.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrea G.

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

Lovely home

Great location and home. Enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

FRANCIS J.

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

Gorgeous home on Spider Lake

This house is amazing in every way. Beautiful, spacious, clean, great location. We loved it so much that we booked again for next summer. Thank you for sharing your awesome Spider Lake house home :)
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristen W.

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

Peace and fun by the lake

The place was perfect for our stay. Equal distance to TC and the horse show, it was convenient for restaurants and shuffling around. The house is well appointed, clean and the owner was super responsive. Mostly, it's beautiful and peaceful. Would definitely return!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

chris d.

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

Very nice

Will stay again
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lucinda C., Davenport

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

Most Beautiful Views

A group of friends and I stayed here and were blown away by the views! This property is just as gorgeous in person as the listing describes. The only downside is, there was no hot tub as shown in the listing. Other than that, this place was a great escape. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dawn B.

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

Beautiful hime

We had a wonderful, short stay. The property was beautiful and very comfortable. The kitchen was equipped to make fabulous meals. And the home is near enough to Traverse City to go into town any time.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Eline M.

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

Fall Getaway

The house and location were wonderful! Lots of spacious room for our family fall getaway and the view spectacular - even though the weather was bit rainy and cold. The house had all the amenities you would need - well stocked and spacious kitchen, games, lower level with ping pong table (and great area for 2 toddlers to keep busy), etc. We plan on booking again and highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Danae H.

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

A few hiccups but an overall good experience

We rented this home for our annual wine tasting trip. The check in process was a little nerve wracking as I had to contact the host directly, along with VRBO customer support to get the access code. We had to wait outside for a few minutes in the rain before getting access, but were inside the property within a few minutes of check in time. We were very disappointed that the hot tub shown in the photos was not there. This was a major deciding factor for more than half of us, so future renters be forewarned. It may just be us, but the listing gives the impression that there is one bathroom per bedroom. This was not the case and two of the couples had to share a bathroom. One of the shelves in the kitchen collapsed on us and one of the guests was mildly cut as a result of a broke dish. Future guests - be sure to pay attention before shifting the weight on the shelves. I'd hate for this to happen to someone else. Additionally, the fire pit shown by the beach in the pictures belongs to the neighbors. The fire pit area on the property is down a steep, narrow, winding path and we chose not to risk anyone else getting injured so we missed out on one of the other aspects we were all very much looking forward to. Overall the property is gorgeous, with breathtaking views and would be perfect for a family. At the price point, it left a little to be desired logistically for a group of adults. I imagine there's lots of memories to be made in the summer months when the days are longer, the water is warmer, and the yard isn't winterized.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jill K.

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

Fabulous property!

This property is situated to maximize views of serene Spider Lake, the water wrapping around two sides. We enjoyed the beach and kayaks, the bonfire pit, the generous deck and grassy yard. The kitchen was well equipped for our stay-in family dinners and a bit of baking. The table fit our family of 7 for meals and game nights. All made for a beautiful September stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carson T., Indianpolis, USA

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

Fantastic location

Great location on the lake and just 15 minutes from town! Everything you need for a relaxing vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robert D.

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

Wonderful place - again

This is a delightful place to stay in northern Michigan. The lake itself has interesting features with all the bays. The home is super well equipped with dishes and glasses and flatware, etc etc and the two large refrigerators have accommodated this foodie group on consecutive years. Since we enjoyed perfect weather this year we realized we spent the vast majority of our time on the deck. This is possible because the retractable awning protects against the morning sun, when needed, and it can be retracted again to enjoy all the breezes shortly after 1 pm (July) as the house provides the necessary shade. The small beach and shallow water are perfect for the young and old. Available boat and paddle board rentals provide things to do. The property also comes with many water toys including two small kayaks. This is a great place to rent and we hope to return again. Thank you to the owner who is very responsive, although things are so well-prepared upon arrival that extensive communication has not been necessary either year. Wonderful place - again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rose B.

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

Family Getaway

This was a wonderful house with lots of space for our family of 8 to roam, including teenagers that needed a break from it all. The lake was amazing and the house was only 15 minutes away from downtown TC. The only time we left the house was to visit Sleeping Bear Dunes. It was the perfect place to relax.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jill D.

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

Diekhoff summer retreat 2022

Our family of nine thoroughly enjoyed being together in this house to relax and visit sites around Traverse City. It was the perfect house for nine people.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amber B.

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

Beautiful getaway

This property was even more beautiful in person. Daniel is responsive if you have any questions and the neighbors are very friendly. Highly recommend this lake house.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mary K.

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

Awesome

Beautiful house, location, lake, and view!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Julie Ann H.

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

Wonderful stay

We had a wonderful time at this beautiful property! Plenty of space for our group of ten. Amazing views of the lake from every window!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sandra K.

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

Another great stay!

This was the third year in a row that my family stayed at this beautiful home. We love exploring the lake in our rented pontoon and swimming right in front of the house. The house itself is very well-equipped with everything we need for a relaxing stay, and the owner is very responsive and easy to work with. If you're looking for a perfect spot for an awesome vacation, this is it!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Robert D.

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

Excellent!!

Wonderful property! Wonderful views! Wonderful kitchen (important to foodies)! I think the fact that we booked it again tells the whole story! Thank you for making the property available!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lesley S.

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

Amazing!

We absolutely loved our stay. The house was beautiful, the view was gorgeous, and we had plenty of room for our two families. Daniel was a great host and was very responsive to any questions we had. The lake was so nice, and our kids loved the beach and water! We would absolutely stay here again!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Beverly B.

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

Beautiful property & lake

From the pics it appears the home sits alone, but there are about 30 homes on the street. The home is very nice, has a large, well furnished kitchen , paper products , towels, etc. The yard is beautiful, it has a small sandy beach. Three of the bedrooms are up stairs, the basement has a second refrigerator and ping pong table. A very comfortable , well furnished home!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

About the host

Hosted by Daniel Germain

Host profile image
As a frequent traveler myself, I am sympathetic to the expectations our clients have when staying at our Retreat.

Why they chose this property

Modern, comfortable and up to date home, perfect location with open water views, sandy beach, close to everything you'll need for a wonderful holiday experience!

Languages:

English