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The Bay Breeze. Walk to downtown Elk Rapids & Lake MI Beaches. Near Torch Lake,

Family-friendly stay near Lake Michigan

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A playground with a slide and climbing structures on a sandy beach.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8139 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Elk Rapids, MI
  • Place, Elk Rapids District Library
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Grand Traverse Bay
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Elk Lake
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪23 min drive‬

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About the area

Elk Rapids

City center stay.Your stay at this Elk Rapids vacation home places you within a 10-minute walk of Rotary Park and Veterans Memorial Park. Lake Michigan and Edward C. Grace Memorial Harbor are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Historic Elk Rapids Town Hall - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Elk Rapids District Library - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • North Beach - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Grand Traverse Bay - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Elk Lake - 16 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Johnny's Torch Riviera - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Oasis Tavern - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Pearl's New Orleans Kitchen - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Dam Shop - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Riverwalk Grill and Taproom - ‬15 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

The Bay Breeze. Walk to downtown Elk Rapids & Lake MI Beaches. Near Torch Lake,

Welcome to Bay Breeze! Our spacious 4-bedroom home on 2 lots is located in the heart of downtown Elk Rapids, just a short walk to Lake Michigan beaches, parks and restaurants, shops, festivals, craft shows and local attractions. Marina and boat launch. Enjoy the charm of this beautiful lakeside village while being minutes from Torch Lake and the entire Chain of Lakes, a short drive to Traverse City. No highways to cross in the Village area. Bike friendly Town and Trails nearby, also Kayaking and canoeing on Elk and Torch Lake. Enjoy Farmers Markets and nearby Award-Winning Golf Courses and Famous Flint Fields Horse Shows, Turtle Creek Casino and a short drive to Traverse City and Charlevoix. Visit Williamsburg, Kewadin and Torch Lake Sandbar. Enjoy evenings on the wrap around covered porch, plenty of seating with grill, fully equipped kitchen. Make some family memories in this Historic Town surrounded by the chain of lakes! Pet- friendly. License #STRB25-090

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total (up to 999 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • 5 steps to reach entrance
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • In the city center
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Canoeing nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours 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)
  • Deadbolt lock
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 1,500 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:30 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 24

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels and store extra beds
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Turn off the air conditioning
Please put all used towels in laundry basket by washer area
Put keys back in lockbox
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Please keep quiet after 10:00 pm so as not to disturb neighbors!
Please stay off of neighbor's property unless invited
No fireworks allowed to be used on property as per Elk Rapids Village Rules!

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 999 lbs per pet)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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
Long-term renters welcome
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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Long-term renters welcome. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number STRB25-090

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Bay Breeze. Walk to downtown Elk Rapids & Lake MI Beaches. Near Torch Lake, to the airport?

This vacation home is 16 mi (25-min drive) away from the Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does The Bay Breeze. Walk to downtown Elk Rapids & Lake MI Beaches. Near Torch Lake, have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is The Bay Breeze. Walk to downtown Elk Rapids & Lake MI Beaches. Near Torch Lake, to the beach?

This vacation home is a short 13-minute walk from Dam Beach and 14-minute walk from North Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Bay Breeze. Walk to downtown Elk Rapids & Lake MI Beaches. Near Torch Lake, offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Bay Breeze. Walk to downtown Elk Rapids & Lake MI Beaches. Near Torch Lake,?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home, but Turtle Creek Casino (18-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at The Bay Breeze. Walk to downtown Elk Rapids & Lake MI Beaches. Near Torch Lake,?

Check-in begins at 4:30 PM.

Is there free parking at The Bay Breeze. Walk to downtown Elk Rapids & Lake MI Beaches. Near Torch Lake,?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does The Bay Breeze. Walk to downtown Elk Rapids & Lake MI Beaches. Near Torch Lake, have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does The Bay Breeze. Walk to downtown Elk Rapids & Lake MI Beaches. Near Torch Lake, have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is The Bay Breeze. Walk to downtown Elk Rapids & Lake MI Beaches. Near Torch Lake, to downtown Elk Rapids?

This vacation home is 0.1 mi away from Elk Rapids.

The Bay Breeze. Walk to downtown Elk Rapids & Lake MI Beaches. Near Torch Lake, Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 9 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 9 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 9 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic property and awesome for a family vacation. Will definitely book this house for our next vacation up north!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean facility. Walking distance to shops and downtown enterprises. All necessary amenities provided. Very friendly surroundings.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property is well maintained and stocked with basic essentials for comfortable stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great House Great Property Manager

Our family had an amazing stay. Everything worked as it should, was clean and went as planned. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Betty’s & her home were beautiful, impressively clean, organized & well stocked. Just a couple blocks walk to the Main Street of town, restaurants, shopping, lake & beach in Elk Rapids makes the location very convenient. She responded to any requests immediately. We accidentally locked our selves out and before we were back from that days outing she had already replaced the key in the lock box for us My children and grandchildren stayed with us. Betty even had plenty of toys ready inside & outside, for my granddaughters. Some of our favorite times were on Betty’s large wrap around, covered porch for coffee in the morning and a cocktail in the evening while the kids played.We will look forward to staying again for sure!!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025