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Exterior
Outdoor dining
Living area
Private kitchen
Room

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 692.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
Traverse City, MI
  • Arbutus Lake
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Spider Lake
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Traverse City Beach
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Guest #1

1 Double Bed

Guest #2

1 Double Bed

Master

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bath #1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Arbutus Lake Escape | Pontoon Rentals | Fishing

Venture to forested Arbutus Lake Rentals on all-sports Arbutus Lake, just 20 minutes from downtown Traverse City! This cottage has three bedrooms, featuring expansive lake views from back covered deck area, where you can enjoy your morning coffee. This pet friendly space is perfect for families and groups. You will have access to sandy beachfront, docks, rental boats and firepits with interiors updated for modern comfort.

🍷 Discover Traverse City & Beyond:

Leelanau & Old Mission Peninsula wineries – Award-winning wine tours
Downtown Traverse City – Boutique shopping, craft breweries & fine dining
Turtle Creek Casino – Gaming, live entertainment & nightlife
Grand Traverse Bay Beaches – Relax at East Bay Park & Clinch Park
Grand Traverse Resort Golf Course-Set a tee time at the Bear, the Wolverine or Spruce Run
Grand Traverse Commons-Experience unique boutiques, galleries, restaurants or a guided historical tour

⛷️ Outdoor Adventures Year-Round:

Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore – Scenic hikes & breathtaking overlooks
Brown Bridge Quiet Area-1300 acres with 6 miles of trails to explore the Boardman River
TART Trail – Walking & biking with stunning views
Skiing & snowboarding at Mt. Holiday & Crystal Mountain
Vasa Trail – Mountain biking, cross-country skiing & snowshoeing (3K-25K loops)
Fishing, kayaking & boating on the region’s beautiful inland lakes

🎉 Nearby Events & Festivals:

Keystone Soccer Complex – Perfect for tournament teams & families
Great Lakes Equestrian Festival at Flintfields Horse Park
National Cherry Festival – A celebration of Traverse City’s rich cherry heritage
Traverse City Restaurant Week – Prix fixe dining at top local eateries
Traverse City Comedy Festival – Laugh therapy with top comedians
Iceman Cometh Challenge – Epic 30-mile mountain bike race every November

Whether you're seeking a peaceful lakeside retreat or an adventure-packed getaway, this prime location offers something for everyone in every season.

Book now and make unforgettable memories in Traverse City on Arbutus Lake!

**Winter rentals-please be equipped with 4WD /AWD. Snowy/icy roads are common and our resort and the surrounding area has hilly terrain. Please be on the look out for winter weather from the end of November though early April.**

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Amenities

Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Water view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
Must be leashed, picked up after in the yard, not
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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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Traverse City

Located in Traverse City, this holiday home is on the beach. Shoppers can check out Front Street, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Lake Michigan and Grand Traverse Bay. Centre Ice Arena and Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf are also worth visiting.
Map
Traverse City, MI

What's nearby

  • Arbutus Lake - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Spider Lake - 7 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Centre Ice Arena - 11 min drive - 9.1 km
  • Traverse City Beach - 12 min drive - 14.1 km
  • Front Street - 17 min drive - 17.3 km

Getting around

  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Peegeo’s - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪K I Bar And Grill - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Village Ice Cream Shoppe - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Taqueria TC Latino Dos - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Arbutus Lake Escape | Pontoon Rentals | Fishing pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Arbutus Lake Escape | Pontoon Rentals | Fishing?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Arbutus Lake Escape | Pontoon Rentals | Fishing?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Arbutus Lake Escape | Pontoon Rentals | Fishing located?

Situated on the beach, this holiday home is steps away from Forest Lakes and Arbutus Lake. Spider Lake is 2.4 mi (3.9 km) away.

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 6 out of 9 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 9 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 9 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Check-in

9.2/10

Communication

8.8/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Cara A.

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

Wonderful Place to Stay!

My husband and I absolutely loved our weekend spent here! The area surrounding the building is extremely peaceful and it’s a close distance from just about everything!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nathaniel W.

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

Awesome place for glamping with friends!

Cabin #4 was amazing. Had all the comforts of home combined with all the fun of camping. The owners were incredibly easy to reach, super friendly and answered all my questions quickly. Overall an awesome place to stay and I’d highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Jeffrey C.

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

Relaxing Time

Superb location, super clean and easy check in with clear communication
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Griffin C.

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

Quick Getaway

Great little place for our family of five for a quick up north getwaway. House was clean and fresh and cozy. Nice view of lake from porch. Only comment is parking was on a slope and not ideal but it was doable.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah H.

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

Modern cabin with everything you need!!

Awesome stay! Beautiful location with a modern cabin! All new appliances, larger bedrooms PLUS everything you need to have that home away from home feeling. We used this property as a home base while exploring Traverse City (about 13 min away) and Sleeping Bear Dunes ( about 50 min away). Would love to stay longer next time and explore the beautiful lake with one of the pontoon rentals! 5/5 stay and will be returning!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Guy S.

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

Arbutis

My family vacationed here for years. Then it was sold. Sold again and the new owners have done a great job of rehabing the place. Can't vwait to get back.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

D M.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peace and Quiet

A decent place. Beds were comfy . Appliances all new. Could use more towels. AC worked great. Very quiet area. If you want to avoid traffic and crowds this is the place. Lake is beautiful.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cindy L.

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

Wonderful Stay #4

We stayed in cabin #4. Beautiful view off the deck looking out over the lake. Cabin was clean and just what we expected based on the accurate pictures. We brought our own kayaks, however they have kayaks you can use. We rented a pontoon to enjoy the beautiful clear lake. Would definitely stay there again. Only suggestion would be to have cleaning stuff available, such as a broom and dustpan to keep up on the sand that gets tracked in.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

2/10 Terrible

Carol S.

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

Very Very Disappointed with area

We did not feel safe in the area at all. Also the area was surrounded by construction materials & not very nice cabins. Absolutely not a vacation area. We did not stay at the property. We asked for a refund & the property owner refused. I will be contacting my cc company to dispute the charges.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

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