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Peaceful Lakefront Lodge w/ Kayaks & No Hidden Fees

Family-friendly stay with in-room kitchens in Traverse City

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10186 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Traverse City, MI
  • Place, Cedar Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Lyons Lake
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Traverse City Beach
    ‪27 min drive‬
  • Airport, Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪27 min drive‬

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About the area

Traverse City

On lake.You'll be steps from Cedar Lake and within a 15-minute walk of Lyons Lake. Bellows Lake and Bullhead Lake Natural Area are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Cedar Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Lyons Lake - 4 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Village at Grand Traverse Commons - 18 min drive - 20.2 km
  • Front Street - 21 min drive - 22.4 km
  • Traverse City Beach - 27 min drive - 29.3 km

Getting around

  • Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Moomers Homemade Ice Cream - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Francisco's Market & Deli - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Boone's Long Lake Inn - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Lake Ann Brewing Company - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Peaceful Lakefront Lodge w/ Kayaks & No Hidden Fees

We never charge host, cleaning, pet (up to two dogs), or extra guest fees.

Enjoy quiet lake living at this spacious 4 bedroom, 2 bath lodge style home tucked among towering hardwoods on 100 feet of private frontage on Cedar Lake. With serene water views, a no wake lake, and separate spaces for adults and kids, this home is ideal for families and relaxed group getaways.

WHY GUESTS LOVE THIS HOME
• No-wake fishing lake perfect for kayaking, fishing, and peaceful mornings
• Kayaks, row boat
• Family-friendly layout with separate hang-out areas
• HD TV w/ Roku in Great Room. DVD library.
• HD TV w/ Roku in walkout basement. PS2 w/games, Pool Table.
• Quiet wooded setting close to Northern Michigan attractions
• Open year-round for summer, fall, winter, and spring stays

THE HOME
This 2,000 square foot lodge-style home features knotty pine walls, exposed log beams, ceramic tile, and a cozy gas fireplace. Large windows overlook Cedar Lake, and wildlife is often seen right in the yard.
The layout is designed so adults can relax while kids have their own space, making it comfortable for families and multi-generation groups.

THE LAKE AND LOCATION
Cedar Lake is a peaceful no-wake lake, making it ideal for families, anglers, and guests looking to unplug. It is quiet, scenic, and never crowded.
You are off the beaten path yet minutes from Empire, Glen Arbor, Sleeping Bear Dunes, and Old Mission Peninsula. It is an ideal home base for day trips, hiking, beaches, wineries, and sightseeing.

INCLUDED WATERCRAFT AND SEASONAL AMENITIES
Included at no extra charge, seasonally available:
• Kayaks available May 1 through November 1
• Row boat available April 1 through November 15
• Dock available mid-May through November 1
Frontage is typical Northern Michigan soft sediment (mucky). It is excellent for fishing but not sandy for swimming.

SEASONAL NOTES
Fireplace available Thanksgiving through April 1.
For winter stays, an all-wheel-drive vehicle or front-wheel drive with good snow tires is strongly recommended.

WHAT WE PROVIDE
A starter supply of paper and soap products is provided and is typically sufficient for a two-night stay for smaller groups of two to four guests.
For a complete list of what is provided and what to bring, please see “Using the Property” on your My Trip page.

IMPORTANT HOUSE RULES
This is a quiet residential area.
No parties or events are allowed.
Responsible guests only.

RENTAL AGREEMENT: By booking, the guest accepts the Rental Agreement shown under “House rules and rental agreement” during checkout.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video games
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets 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.
  • 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
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle parking
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Kayak
  • Snow sports gear
  • Water sports equipment
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing 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

General

  • Bicycle parking
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Local artist showcase
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Unit size: 2,000 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

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
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
1. Start first load of laundry (can be either linens or towels). 2. Wipe excessive spills on surfaces.
3. Return furniture to original places. Please leave inside furniture inside and outside furniture outside. 4. Clean and empty the BBQ grill into provided ash can only.
5. Clean up after pets (including HAIR IN HOME (and "doo-doo" in yard).
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Check out list: -Start a load of laundry -Wash dishes & put away -Put back furniture that was moved -Trash out to receptacle -Clean all dog hair & poo
Smoking damages the the home. If smoking has occurred inside the home, there will be a $200-$500 Cleaning Repair Fee depending on the level of damage.
Quiet time: 10PM - 8AM. No parking on rd. By booking guest agrees to VRBO and host's (sent by VRBO after booking is complete) Terms and Conditions

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (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 and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. 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, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

OPEN ALL YEAR! Kayaks! PONTOON BOAT! gameroom! WATERTRAMPOLINE!

Frequently asked questions

How close is Peaceful Lakefront Lodge w/ Kayaks & No Hidden Fees to the airport?

This vacation home is 15.2 mi (25-min drive) away from the Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Peaceful Lakefront Lodge w/ Kayaks & No Hidden Fees have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Peaceful Lakefront Lodge w/ Kayaks & No Hidden Fees to the beach?

This vacation home is 14.9 mi (25-min drive) from Traverse City Beach and 11.2 mi (18-min drive) from West End Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Peaceful Lakefront Lodge w/ Kayaks & No Hidden Fees offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Peaceful Lakefront Lodge w/ Kayaks & No Hidden Fees?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Peaceful Lakefront Lodge w/ Kayaks & No Hidden Fees?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Peaceful Lakefront Lodge w/ Kayaks & No Hidden Fees?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Peaceful Lakefront Lodge w/ Kayaks & No Hidden Fees have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Peaceful Lakefront Lodge w/ Kayaks & No Hidden Fees have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Peaceful Lakefront Lodge w/ Kayaks & No Hidden Fees to downtown Traverse City?

This vacation home is 8.9 mi away from Traverse City.

Peaceful Lakefront Lodge w/ Kayaks & No Hidden Fees Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 107 out of 119 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 119 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 119 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 119 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 119 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Place was awesome
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful cabin with so much to do! This was our family's favorite vacation yet! Fairly secluded but close enough to other things to do! Would absolutely recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hi! Had a great stay and wonderful property! Plenty of rooms and beds for a multi family. We had 4 adults and 5 kids! They loved every minute of it.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home and property!! Had wonderful time with family!!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful cabin stay for the whole family.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful house! Beautiful location! I would definitely book another stay here.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host answered my many questions, it was clean, beautiful location in the winter, reasonably priced.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Great spot for a getaway, we enjoyed the upper parts of Michigan, the place was tucked back really private. Great place we just wasn't there much, highly recommended
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property and well equipped cabin!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The lake view was amazingly peaceful and we even saw a bald eagle flying over the lake. The pool table in the basement was a good time for our group. Also loved all the movie selections in the dvd bins even though we didnt watch any. We ran into a minor problem and the host was available for the fix and had great response time for our issue. Would 100% recommend to others and may come back with a family in the future
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a great location for my brothers bachelor party. We had a great time in the cabin and there was plenty of space for the ten of us.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean place. Great location. Great host. Pictures accurate. Beautiful setting on a lake. Do it!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect gateaway

Clear water, cleanliness and relaxation is the only thing can describe this place!! Great stay
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place!!

It is an amazing place to stay, very quiet and secluded. Was a nice place to relax and get away. Will always look for this place to stay on our traverse city trips
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Stay Near Traverse City

This place was great! It was extremely clean and had everything we needed for the weekend. The lake view is beautiful and having a fire right on the lake was so nice. I’d definitely recommend this stay. It is a great location and just a short drive to Traverse City.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location!

Great location to Traverse City and Lake Ann. Photos /description are accurate.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Nice place

Nice place
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent place for a fall get away

Everything as advertised.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Super comfy stay

Very clean, spacious, and comfy place to stay. Easy drive to downtown Traverse City. Wooded lot, fairly private. Very cool experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location

Wonderful cabin on the lake

Great place to stay for our annual “wine down” weekend. Cabin was very clean and well cared for. Loved that while we weren’t totally secluded, it felt like we were.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice place

Group of friends and I needed a weeekend away so we booked this place. The house was nice and the view was beautifully
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What an incredibly enjoyable stay! Our family had a wonderful time here. The weather was beautiful, the beds super comfortable, and oh the peace and quiet. We loved the use of the pontoon and the pool table. The star-filled nights around the bonfire were amazing and the bugs were surprisingly few. We also enjoyed being close to so many attractions. There were plenty of paper and soap products to get us through the week. What a perfect vacation!
Beautiful star-filled night!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Just perfect!

A perfect family vacation spot. Pontoon boat, kayaks, Lilly pad, fire pit, deck, was all we could have asked for!!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing

My family loved the whole area, cabin was so beautiful. Definitely worth the money to stay for a weekend. Definitely would recommend going here. The view of the lake was stunning. Thank you so much to the owners they have done such amazing work on the cabin.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful northern vibes

Lovely place on a quiet lake. Clean and relaxing cabin.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2020