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Historic Top Floor Condo at Grand Traverse Commons--a former 'insane asylum'

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Interior
Interior
Private kitchen
Private kitchen
Private kitchen

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 479.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Traverse City, MI
  • Village at Grand Traverse Commons
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Great Wolf Lodge Water Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Front Street
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

Living Room 1

1 Queen Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Historic Top Floor Condo at Grand Traverse Commons--a former 'insane asylum'

STEP INTO HISTORY! The Village at Grand Traverse Commons is an experience like no other. Formerly the Traverse City State Hospital--this marvel of preservation is now a bustling community of mixed commercial and residential uses.

I purchased this condo in 2017. It is located on the top (3rd) floor of Cottage 20. It is accessible by elevator and is also equipped with its own private washer and dryer.

The space is ideally suited for 2 people--but could accommodate 2 additional guests on the queen sized, memory foam sleeper sofa. This is a wonderful vantage point from which to explore the area. It is cozy, comfortable and equipped with everything you need to make your stay feel relaxed and carefree. There is an electric fireplace for added ambiance and warmth. Guests may also enjoy the gorgeous front covered porch.

Feel free to check out my other vrbo properties and reviews and book your trip with confidence:
Vrbo: 571434
Vrbo: 815348

Please contact me if you have any questions. I take great pride in communicating with my guests and helping them to achieve a wonderful and memorable vacation.

Property manager

Sally Murray
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
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Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
Beach view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
NO PETS ALLOWED, PET FREE HOME

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 fire extinguisher and a deadlock

About the area

Traverse City

Located in Traverse City, this condo is in the city centre. Shoppers can check out Front Street, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Lake Michigan and Grand Traverse Bay. Great Wolf Lodge Water Park and Great Lakes Children's Museum are also worth visiting. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or try out other outdoor activities such as snowmobiling and sledging.
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Traverse City, MI

What's nearby

  • Village at Grand Traverse Commons - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Munson Healthcare - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Great Wolf Lodge Water Park - 4 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Front Street - 4 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Grand Traverse Mall - 7 min drive - 4.3 km

Getting around

  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪North Peak Brewing Company - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Ole Mexican Foods - ‬13 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Historic Top Floor Condo at Grand Traverse Commons--a former 'insane asylum' pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Historic Top Floor Condo at Grand Traverse Commons--a former 'insane asylum'?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historic Top Floor Condo at Grand Traverse Commons--a former 'insane asylum'?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Historic Top Floor Condo at Grand Traverse Commons--a former 'insane asylum' located?

Located in Grand Traverse Commons, this condo building is within 1 mi (2 km) of Left Foot Charley and Lake Michigan. Village at Grand Traverse Commons and Hippie Tree are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 117 out of 124 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 124 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 124 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 124 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 124 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lori K.

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

Beautiful condo

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in this beautiful condo. It was spotless and had everything we needed for a 4 night stay. Our host was very responsive and made the check in process easy with her detailed instructions. The location was perfect with easy access to everything on our list. My husband and i highly recommend staying here and definitely plan on returning on our next trip to Michigan.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marlyss S.

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

Authentic experience

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in this unique location. Be sure to take a tour of the property and you'll appreciate the rooms even more. We were able to use the living room as a second bedroom and still had enough room, There's plenty to do in and around the Villages and we stayed busy and engaged for several days!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

susan o.

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

Very nice condo a bit far from town.

Very cool with the history & shops, restaurants right on the grounds.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

William Christopher S.

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

Great spot in Traverse City!

Amazing condo on historic property! Beautiful unit a short walk away from two amazing Italian restaurants and a winery! Sally is an outstanding host and very responsive. Can’t wait to go back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

leo E.

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

anniversary trip

We came in for the weekend for our 40th anniversary. Very convenient and we just love the campus of the old building. the room was very quiet and comfortable. Highly recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erin B.

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

Perfect weekend getaway

My husband and I went to Traverse City for the weekend, and were so lucky to find this perfect little condo right in Grand Traverse Commons. The location was so convenient, we didn’t even have to drive anywhere the whole weekend! The condo was clean, comfy, and very cute, and the building was very quiet, which was wonderful. The weekend was phenomenal, and we would absolutely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott S.

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

Great Location

The location for us was perfect and the place was clean, comfortbale and quiet
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rikki B.

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

Midwinter Break

Beautiful condo with an amazing location. You are literally steps away from amazing shops and restaurants. We had 2 adults and 2 kids stay comfortabley in the condo.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

John S.

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

Beautiful Condo in a Great Location!

We travel from Jensen Beach, Florida. We love the Traverse City area. This is our second stay at this condo. First stay was Fall 2021 (check review for 10/2021). Everything about the room was as advertised. No issues with the property throughout the complete stay. Sally was available via text when needed and very responsive in addressing questions. This was a great location for supporting day trips (this go round was focused on Leelanau State Park, Suttons Bay and Elk Rapids). Within walking distance of Front Street which includes many dining options and lots of shopping. The grounds are full of history and have many trails to explore and enjoy all that nature offers (the abundance of deer on the grounds and the snow made the experience even more enjoyable). Make sure you try all of the onsite food opportunities including Stellas, PepeNero and S2S (excellent restaurants on the grounds). Definitely venture out and try a couple of tours when you visit the area (Traverse City Asylum Tour on the grounds and the hiking wine tour in Suttons Bay). We will definitely be back again in the future. Thank you for the great experience.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda C.

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

Perfect

Was looking for a great spot for a long weekend away. This was perfect. The location was amazing. The space was ideal - cozy and comfortable with more than enough space for one or two people.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kent S.

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

Great Place

The property is great and the location is especially cool being in the re-developed former state hospital. Lots to do and see, and good dining options without getting in the car. Absolutely would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristin C.

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

Remote Work & Family Time

This was a great place to accomplish both.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Craig S., Commerce, Michigan

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

Traverse Getaway

Great and unique property. Recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sonya C.

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

This is a Great Place

Our family- myself, husband and our 12 yr. Son stayed here. The place was so cozy. Very nicely decorated. Had plenty of blankets/bedding/ linens. We did not cook but it was well appointed to do so. The pull out bed was comfy for my son. Main bedroom was so pretty with comfy bed. We really enjoyed our stay. I was able to get studying done. The Villages is really a destination. We did not venture much further. Took walks on the paths. Toured the grounds with tour group. We really enjoyed the tour. This is our 3rd time to the villages but was 1st time at this vrbo. We would definitely stay again. Thank you for sharing your place with us Sally.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Scott G., Farmington Hills, Michigan

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

Beauty IS Therapy.

This was a beautiful unit in a historical building on a bustling campus. There was always something happening during our weekend stay and I was honestly shocked just how quiet the unit was. Because stepping outside the door, you were met with a cacophony of sounds and bustle. Inside, all you hear is the creak of the historic floors and I found it quite charming and reminded me that even though the unit is fully modern and stylish, the history still lingers. It did not disappoint and we WILL be back! A couple little things to note for those that read the reviews. 1. The sofa sleeper is memory foam. It won't be a life-changing sleep, but it was by far the most comfortable sofa bed I've encountered in my 44 years on Earth. Don't be afraid to make use of it for a few nights if your party requires an extra bed. 2. If you have time, do take one of the many tours offered on the campus. They do an amazing job of explaining the history and settling the nerves of anyone in your party that is a little hesitant about staying in an old asylum/state hospital. 3. If you book this unit (or any on campus) make your dining reservations now. We let it linger a little too long trying to decide and missed some opportunities. 4. Don't be frightened. It was a very peaceful location and the only strange experiences we had was the car hatch opening on its own in the night and the clock radio turning itself on one afternoon. I was more frightened by the restaurant wait times. Thanks for sharing!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael B.

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

Loved It!

Everything was wonderful!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

Mary Ann M.

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

Rodent noises

We didn’t sleep either night due to rodent noises in the walls/ceiling.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Edward D.

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

Perfect for 2-person getaway

Unit is very cozy and does not feel small or cramped. Clean, and nicely decorated. Perfect size for a couple. Quiet location with easy parking and access. We've stayed at the Village at Grand Traverse Commons many times, it's a wonderful location with fascinating history, on its own quiet campus but only a couple minutes from Front Street. Highly recommend the location and this unit. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anita S.

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

Great place in TC

Great place for w weekend trip to TC
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kerry K.

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

Fun getaway location

Beautiful condo with great vibe. Out of the way, but still close to enjoy downtown. Would recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah G., Ann Arbor, USA

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

Just wonderful

The apartment is just perfect. Perfect location for getting around the tc area and also for exploring the commons. We had the best week on our vacation and coming back to a comfortable apartment each day had a lot to do with it! Would stay again!!!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jim N., Elmhurst, USA

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

Unique and Comfortable Historical Spot in Traverse City

Great little condo in the former state hospital development. Very cozy and comfortable condo on the top floor of the building, nicely decorated with good towels and other necessities. The whole complex is fascinating, a mix of neat historical buildings with some great restaurants, coffee shop, winery, brewery and interesting shops, all within a short walk. Check in and out was super easy. Would stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

james l., United States

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

Historic convenience

We loved the beautiful historic apartment and great convenience to downtown. Also really quiet at night. Would definitely return
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Craig L., Grand rapids, mi

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

Great location

Loved the surrounding restaurants and stores.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

John W.

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

Perfect place, just outside of downtown TC

Amazing condo on the grounds of the former state hospital. We ran the Bayshore and it was a perfect landing spot. Highly recommend !
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

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