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Pet friendly, quiet and quaint location between Traverse City and Elk Rapids.

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Kitchen with quartz countertops and barn wood island with seating for three.
Welcome to the Little House in the Country!
Your home away from home.
Large property with lots of room to play!
View from the side of the property, you will love the quiet, private area.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 9148.6 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Williamsburg, MI
  • Flintfields Horse Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Turtle Creek Casino
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Grand Traverse Resort Golf Course
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Loft

+1
1 Queen Bed, 1 Double Futon and 3 Single Beds

Master Suite

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Guest Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Master Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Pet friendly, quiet and quaint location between Traverse City and Elk Rapids.

Cozy Winter package available November - March - enjoy early 1pm check in and late 1pm check out so you a make the most of your time at the Little House. Cozy snack package also included. Let us know if you’d like to also enjoy sleds or a cozy winter campfire! Thank you for staying with us! If you're looking for the perfect retreat in a country setting you have just found it! This new construction with cottage home connected to a large garage is centrally located between Traverse City and Elk Rapids. The cottage home has a master suite, large loft and a 3-piece guest bath. This cottage is designed with your comfort in mind. There is sleeping room for up to 9 people with 2 queen beds, 3 twin beds and a pull-out sofa sleeper. The home is furnished with hardwood floors throughout, central air, and open concept kitchen, dining and living area. You'll love the interior, but the custom patio, fire pit and grill is what will keep you coming back time and time again.

Amenities of the Home:
*Washer & Dryer
*Kitchen includes Quartz counter tops, microwave, dishwasher, toaster oven, hot plate, griddle & crock pot, and all the utensils you will need (due to township regulations a stove and oven is not permitted)
*Living room with large flat screen tv and cozy furnishing
*2 full-bathrooms with walk-in custom tile showers & bath linens, and hair dryers
*Master Bedroom with queen bed, all the linens you will need and flat screen tv
*Large loft with two separate sleeping area with 3 twin beds, queen bed and pull-out sofa sleeper. All linens are included.
*Back porch with gas grill and sitting area with large stairs leading down to the custom patio and fire pit.
*Fire pit with large fire ring, table and chairs, perfect for a relaxing evening enjoying the Michigan outdoors. Firewood available for purchase.
*Dog friendly (extra $50 pet fee for 1-2 dogs)

Location Features:
*5 minutes from Grand Traverse Resort & Spa & Turtle Creek Casino
*10-20 minute drive to downtown Elk Rapids or downtown Traverse City
*10 minute drive to local beaches,
*Very close to a variety of options for outdoor activities including biking, skiing, snowmobiling, golfing, wineries, distilleries and more!
*On-site Property Manager, ask us for ideas to make your vacation perfect from start to finish.

Property manager

Kara Peck
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 23
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Very friendly space for all ages.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
A $50 pet fee will be assessed for up to 2 pets.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is permitted outside and on the patio.

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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Williamsburg

Located in Williamsburg, this holiday home is in a rural area. Shoppers can check out Front Street, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Lake Michigan and Grand Traverse Bay. Travelling with kids? Consider Flintfields Horse Park and Music House Museum. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Williamsburg, MI

What's nearby

  • Flintfields Horse Park - 3 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Turtle Creek Casino - 6 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Grand Traverse Resort Golf Course - 10 min drive - 8.1 km
  • Traverse City Beach - 13 min drive - 12.6 km
  • Front Street - 19 min drive - 17.6 km

Getting around

  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Burger King - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Bayview Inn Restaurant Bar - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Stone Hound Brewing - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Aerie Restaurant & Lounge - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Season's Buffet - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Pet friendly, quiet and quaint location between Traverse City and Elk Rapids. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Pet friendly, quiet and quaint location between Traverse City and Elk Rapids.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Pet friendly, quiet and quaint location between Traverse City and Elk Rapids.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Pet friendly, quiet and quaint location between Traverse City and Elk Rapids. located?

This family-friendly Williamsburg holiday home is located in a rural location, within 3 mi (5 km) of Flintfields Horse Park and Lake Michigan. Music House Museum and Guntzviller's Spirit of the Woods Museum are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Wayne Z.

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

Excellent motel for our half-way home stop.

Extremely clean and property, inside and outside. Beautiful suite, comfortable and nice breakfast with, perhaps, the best motel coffee we've had in many years.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott R.

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

Thanksgiving

Very clean, comfortable place!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Valentina C.

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

Wonderful time

Everything was perfect, especially the loft upstairs for the kids. Kitchen was well equipped and we had a wonderful time! Owners were available for help and our stay was awesome!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori M.

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

So relaxing!

The home is so pretty, everything is comfortable! Hosts make you feel very welcome and make it easy to be a guest. This was our second stay and I hope to visit more!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Meghan M.

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

Easy and beautiful

This was a great place to stay on our visit to the area and Sleeping Bear Dunes. While still an hour away from the dunes all the space in between and near by provided all that we needed, traverse city, pie, wine, beaches. The place was clean, well laid out, stocked, and very easy to check in to, hosts were very helpful and kind.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

James E.

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

Fantastic venue

We stayed at this property for nearly a week. A true hidden gem! Private, country setting yet 15-20 minutes to the fun things to do in Traverse City. Will stay here again if we ever make it back!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrew B., Fort Wayne

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

Excellent experience

Very nice place, very clean and spacious. Property owner communicated well, really enjoyed our time.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline K.

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

Return trip

3rd stay! Consistently peaceful and comfortable!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cassandra S.

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

Perfect little getaway!

We had so much fun at the little house, they had sleds we could use and it was nice to just hangout. My girls loved the games that were provided to use during our stay and the cows were an added bonus. Also, communication was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas P.

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

Cozy and quiet

It was a great place to stay. Very quiet and peaceful. We enjoyed seeing the cows each morning. It’s a country setting but very close to all we needed including Meijer and Grand Traverse Resort. A clean place where we could sleep and cook our own meals and relax in between while including our dog in the stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline K.

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

Quiet, peaceful

The property was perfect for the needs of myself and 2 small dogs. The owners were very helpful and understanding. Thank you!!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deb H.

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

A Wonderful Return Visit!

We love everything about this idyllic little home that's just a short distance from Traverse City. It's so clean, well-appointed, quiet and comfortable. Best of all, Kara and Eric are friendly, welcoming hosts to us and our lovable 98-pound dog, Dilly. We know that this is the place we will always try to book! The nearby cows are a bonus--when we spot them! We WILL be back, whenever we can slip away to our home-away-from home!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Trista C.

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

An Adorable Home in a Great Area

This little house is situated in the middle of the country but just minutes from all kinds of fun. It was so quiet there - we slept so well. The bed was comfortable and the place was so clean. We were very impressed by the workmanship in the house and especially the cleanliness. Cara was a great communicator and was very welcoming as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicole C., Muskegon MI

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

Wonderful

This property was perfect for our high school bass team. We had great parking for the trucks and boat and the house had everything we could possibly need. The hosts were wonderful! It was fun to have a fellow bass fisherman as a host.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Peaceful & dog friendly

This was the perfect spot for us and our dogs. It was a relaxing & comfortable place to come back to after our adventures each day. We loved being greeted by the cows every morning. The owners were on site & available, but not at all intrusive. They answered questions immediately. It's a great location to explore all the surrounding areas. We definitely want to come back!
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicole N.

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

New Year’s Eve Trip

My husband, my son, our Maltipoo and myself enjoyed the rental house. Everything we needed was supplied by the owner. It was a great spot to relax after going to Traverse City and Elk Rapids. My son really enjoyed having the large loft with foosball table to himself. Communication with the owner was excellent.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Renee O.

Wonderful Setting and Great Hosts

Our family of four stayed at the Little House in the Country for a long New Year's weekend. Our two boys really enjoyed having the large upstairs to themselves. The property was very clean and well appointed. Kara and Eric took care of everything and even left a welcome present upon our arrival. They were gracious hosts and went out of their way to make us feel welcome. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2017

10/10 Excellent

Neil E.

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

Great place

8 of us used the property for our home base during a yearly golf trip and it served its purpose perfectly. It was clean and well stocked with what it should include. You feel like you're in the middle of nowhere but you're 5 minutes to grand traverse resort and 10 minutes to lots in Traverse City. Great communication from the host before and during our visit. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline K.

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

Country Haven

This is the second time I stayed here and the return was an easy decision, once I decided what I wanted to do in northern MI. It is clean, comfortable, peaceful and within easy drives to Sleeping Bear/Leelanau area; Traverse City, Petoskey and Mackinaw City. The owners are helpful and welcoming. They are on the same property, but non intrusive. Very pleasant areas to walk the dogs. I'll hopefully return!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

6/10 Okay

Patrick W.

Nice place with a good location

My wife and i enjoyed our stay at the little house in the country. The location between TC and Charlevoix worked out for our travel plans. It was a nice quiet setting and enjoyed sitting on the back deck in the morning watching the cows graze in the woods while eating our breakfast. The bed in the master bedroom was small, maybe a full sized. The rest of the house was nicely furnished and comfortable. Pat W. Kalamazoo Mi.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

Mitch R.

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

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Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary (Kathy) W.

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

Holiday trip

We had a great stay. So glad the property is pet friendly!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Deb H.

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

Beautiful and Relaxing Place!

We stayed -- with our dog -- for just two nights at this beautiful and relaxing home that offers so many amenities and little luxuries. Now we can't wait to return! It's just a short drive to Elk Rapids and also Traverse City, so it's perfect for any getaway to those areas. Kara was a gracious and welcoming host to us and to our dog. We're excited for our return trip to this place that now feels like our second home!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cindy M.

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

Nice Place

Overall, the house was roomy and comfortable. The only complaint we had was the bed pillows were very flat and uncomfortable. The house location to Traverse City and other places up north was very good. We enjoyed our time there.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline K.

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

Pretty, peaceful and convenient.

Very nice property and very pleasant and comfortable stay. Was very grateful to have a nice place to stay with my 2 well behaved dogs.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

About the host

Hosted by Kara Peck

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We have lived in the Traverse City/Williamsburg area for many years and love where we live. We also love to vacation (have used VRBO/Home Away for years) and love the idea of helping others find and create the perfect vacation. Both Eric and I have customer service backgrounds and I have experience in the local hospitality industry. We look forward to working with you on your next trip to our neck of the woods!

Why they chose this property

Our cozy, country house won't be the perfect fit for everyone, but for those that want to be close to it all, but not in the thick of it all, this is a great place to kick your feet up and enjoy the quiet country setting and the cozy accommodations!

What makes this property unique

1 mile from the Great Lakes Equestrian Festival!

Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests