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Beach nearby, sun loungers
Exterior
Property grounds
2 bedrooms, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board
Smart TV, video games, DVD player, computer monitors

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6975 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Gym
    Gym
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Pet friendly
    Pet friendly
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Traverse City, MI
  • Lake Leelanau
    1 min walk
  • Ciccone Vineyard and Winery
    10 min drive
  • The Leelanau Club at Bahle Farms
    11 min drive
  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    25 min drive

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About the neighborhood

Traverse City

With a stay at this cottage, you'll be centrally located in Traverse City, within a 10-minute drive of Lake Michigan and Lake Leelanau. .This cottage is 15.2 mi (24.5 km) from Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore and 4 mi (6.5 km) from bigLITTLE Wines.
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What's nearby

  • Lake Leelanau - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Ciccone Vineyard and Winery - 10 min drive - 5.5 miles
  • Village at Grand Traverse Commons - 14 min drive - 11.0 miles
  • Front Street - 16 min drive - 11.6 miles
  • Chateau Chantal - 33 min drive - 25.1 miles

Getting around

  • Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Brengman Brothers - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Cedar Tavern - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Shady Lane Cellars - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Blue Moon Ice Cream Shop - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Suttons Bay Ciders - ‬9 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.

Lake Leelenau Waterfront Cottage-10 min to Traverse City, Fishtown & Suttons Bay

Willow Tree Cottage is the perfect location for getaways with family and friends! Situated on spacious tree-lined property, this newly renovated cottage offers private lakefront views and breath taking sunsets over Lake Leelanau. Enjoy swimming in the crystal clear water or kayaking, paddle boarding, and fishing with provided equipment.

Enhance your stay on the Leelanau Peninsula Trail, featuring 17 miles of paved trails for biking, dog-walking or exploring nearby vineyards. Located 15 miles from Sleeping Bear Dunes, and just a 10-minute scenic drive to downtown Traverse City, Suttons Bay, and historic Fishtown in Leland.

New renovations (Spring 2022) include fully renovated bathroom; new flooring and furniture; central air and furnace heat; spacious new kitchen w/ eat-in island; exterior paint, fresh landscaping and much more! Amenities include wifi, cable, and smart tv; board games; DVD player with movies; fire pit; large deck for grilling; and an indoor porch, perfect for family meals and game nights. Provided equipment includes 2 kayaks, 2 paddle boards, life vests for all ages, and yard games.

IMPORTANT NOTES:
- We allow no more than 2 dogs. They must be under 60 pounds, preferably non-shedding. There will be a $100 charge per dog.

- We highly recommend that our guests purchase the VRBO Cancellation Protection, as unforeseen circumstances arise often and we advise protecting your vacation investment.





Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned cottage, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private patio. A Smart television and a DVD player are provided for your entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Conveniences include a safe and a desk.
Be sure to enjoy recreational amenities including a water park and a fitness center.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Nichole Ranka-Weith and Frank Weith

Languages

English, German

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Work spaces

  • Computer monitor
  • Desk
  • Printer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • In the city center
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Kayak
  • Water park
  • Water sports equipment
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 975 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 5:00 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

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Non-shedding dogs only.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
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

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property Traverse City
Vrbo Property Private vacation home
Vrbo Property Private vacation home Traverse City

Lake Leelenau Waterfront Cottage-10 min to Traverse City, Fishtown & Suttons Bay Reviews

Reviews

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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jeff W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome
The cottage and scenery exceeded our expectations. The renovations were amazing. Not sure how you did it but it felt contemporary but still had that original cottage vibe. It was clean and well stocked with all the essentials. The hosts were quick to respond with any questions. We will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Breon W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect northern Mi getaway
Willow Tree Cottage has it all! The owners have you wanting for nothing- the most well appointed cottage stay i have ever experienced- breath taking views and privacy. The thoughtfulness and attention to detail did not go unnoticed. This place is a treasure and we enjoyed our stay so much that we booked again for next year. Cant wait!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cristie I.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Up North Lakeside Getaway!
Our family loved our stay at Willow Tree Cottage! Truly, the perfect Up North escape. We enjoyed access to Lake Leelanau, the beautiful sunsets and stars! It was the perfect location to explore Traverse City, Sutton’s Bay, Leland and the Great Bear Dunes! Our two year old daughter was in love with the sand pit, and we enjoyed taking in the lake view. Can’t say enough about this special cottage and hope to visit again soon!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Sweet little cottage!
What a lovely little cottage on the west side of Lake Leelanau! We enjoyed the deck every day of our week long stay. The kitchen was fully stocked including spices which was nice to have (many vrbos don’t provide these simple amenities). This cottage is best for four adults. The extra sleeping room is basically a sealed in porch with two tiny beds. Maybe good for littles only. The bedrooms are very small—one doesn’t have anywhere to store clothing to unpack, but there is a little dresser in the hall closet that we used. We loved the use of the paddle boards and kayaks. We rented a 19’ Four Winns and fully enjoyed the lake. This is a special cottage! Thank you for opening it to others to enjoy!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Frank N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great cottage to experience northern Michigan
Location is great and the renovations completed on this cottage are fantastic. It was the perfect distance from Traverse City and a number of other landmarks. We would stay again in the future.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maggie K., Lake Orion, MI, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay on Lake Leelanau!
Nichole and Frank did such a beautiful job renovating this cabin. We spent the most wonderful long weekend exploring the Leelanau peninsula using the Willow Tree Cottage as our jumping off point. When we returned from our adventures we would take the kayaks/paddleboards out or unwind with a fire and the sunset. Our family of 5 slept here comfortably, with our 8 and 6 year old fighting over the futons. I’ve already recommended their place to two people and hope that we can return in the future!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marsha H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing lake cottage
We really enjoyed kayaking and paddle boarding . . . And the lovely sunsets.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Luther D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect getaway spot
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this property. It was the perfect location on Lake Leenanau. It had everything we could want and the place was nicely renovated. Would definitely stay here again if it was available when we vacation next.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

CHARLES R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lake Leelanau tranquility
The cottage was everything as stated in the listing. A beautiful location and updated cottage with all amenities needed. The property owner was outstanding to work with. We rented a pontoon at The Narrows which made our stay even more enjoyable. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bridget K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful cottage!
We loved our stay - such a comfortable and charming cottage on a beautiful lake! The location was wonderful between Suttons Bay and TC. The cottage was so well stocked with water toys, towels, games, movies, kitchen tools, and so many other things. Thank you for a fantastic trip!
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christian B.

Liked: Cleanliness
All you need
Had a great time staying. Loved the level of detail on everything from instructions to supplies.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Casey G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Willow tree
This is a fabulous property. Right on the lake, fantastic sunsets!!!! Two lovely bedrooms, and a cozy living room. Very close to the Leelanau trail and short drive to Sleeping Bear Dunes. They thought of everything, from coffee pot, toiletries, cleaning supplies, spices, lots of dishes and kitchen supplies. I have never been in a VRBO so well stocked with everything!!! This is a wonderful property, we had three days of rain but still loved our vacation… the BEST!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fall Stay at Willow Tree
We had a lovely stay in this cottage. Its location is excellent. It is on Lake Leelanau and close to Suttons Bay, Traverse City, Old Mission Peninsula, and The Leelanau Trail. We visited all of these spots! The cottage is well stocked, very neat and comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wendy Y.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing retreat!
My husband and I enjoyed a short visit to this charming cottage. It was very clean throughout, and the hosts provided everything to meet your needs. The location is quiet with a gorgeous view of the Lake Leelanau right out the back door. I would recommend attention to the 2 back doors. Maybe due to the heat, they were very tough to close and lock. Lovely spot for a MIchigan getaway!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chelsea S.

Liked: Cleanliness
A little slice of heaven
The property was beautiful, perfectly updated, and had pretty much anything and everything you would need in a rental house. The screened in porch was perfect for late evenings, had the most dreamy sunsets, and sat by the fire overlooking the water. The house was fully updated, bathroom updated, a very large kitchen. The property manager responded promptly and was very kind and helpful. Overall a wonderful place to stay. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ethan M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Leelanau cottage
Even with lots of rain during our stay, cozy and delightful. Front porch is great and the wanted access is awesome too. Great to have some included water toys!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

kim M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Cottage
What a beautiful property and a great location for exploring Traverse City, and the surrounding areas. Loved spending time on the front porch gazing at the beautiful sunsets! Bonus that we could bring our dog and not only did we have plenty of space for him to enjoy, we felt right at home with dog bowls provided.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

George A., Freeland, MI

Liked: Cleanliness
Repeat visit was as amazing as the first time!
Our family (including two dogs) returned for another stay at Willow Cottage. This place has everything you could need for a family with kids and pets. We forgot the lifevest for our youngest son...no problem, they have several in the hallway closest in varous sizes. Everything from a fully stock kitchen with all the appliances needed to fishing gear and everything you could need for a campfire. They've got it! While we spent plenty of time at the cottage, this place is perfectly located with short drives to Suttons Bay, Sleeping Bear Dunes, and Traverse City. Love this place and will definitely be making another visit in the future!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessica R., Chicago

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect little lake cottage
Willow Tree Cottage was the perfect place to enjoy a week up north! The home & property were well maintained and had everything we needed for 3 adults and my pups. Unfortunately the weather didn’t cooperate for us to enjoy the water or firepit as hoped, but we made use of the sun room for playing cards & games, and still got to see a couple spectacular sunsets over the water. And of course, we were in a great location to explore the wineries which were mostly 10-15 mins away. Hope to come back next year! For future long stays, would just be great to have access to laundry- that was one amenity we would have really appreciated.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Taylor H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Just perfect!
The home was amazing- clean, adorable, perfect location, kid friendly, owners were so accommodating. It had everything you need!…. and the sunsets were gorgeous!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jill D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for families!
Our family of 5 (kids aged 8-10) had a wonderful stay at WTC. Our children had an abundance of activities to choose from kayaking to fishing to swimming in the lake. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeff K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful inside & Out
The house was clean & cozy with great decor. Being right on the water was great, the yard was very private and had everything needed for a relaxing yet adventurous weekend. Communication was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Scott M., Flossmoor, IL

Liked: Cleanliness
relaxing and beautiful cottage
My wife and I have stayed at numerous VRBO properties and are always looking for the little things that make a property stand out. The Willow Tree Cottage delivered with the things we expected (water views, proximity to popular Leelanau Peninsula sites) and it also had those intangibles that made our stay truly memorable. The cottage faces west, ensuring beautiful sunsets each night. Lake Leelanau is a large lake but the boat traffic was very moderate and the time outside was quiet and serene. The firepit had a great view of the water. There are 2 paddle boards and 2 kayaks with flotation vests. These were a great way to see the neighboring cottages from the water. The cottage has many features that draw you outside. The deck has new furniture with umbrellas that made it easy to comfortably sit outside in the sun. There is also an enclosed porch with a table and ample seating. The table was a great spot to work a puzzle (numerous puzzles and board games provided) and the chairs were comfortable for reading. The inside is equally comfortable; it is very well-stocked with everything you need to dine at home. It is incredibly clean and has lots of seating so the family can sit and watch TV at the end of the day. All and all, if you are looking for a clean, quiet, and well-apportioned cottage, this is a can't miss. We cannot wait to return!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jocelyn H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful property + location!
Willow Tree Cottage is simply lovely. Inside and out, Nichole and Frank have thought of everything. We had a great time using the SUPs and kayaks, enjoying the deck and screened in porch and the beautiful lake. It’s also perfectly situated between downtown Traverse and cute little towns on Lake Leelanau. We were very sad to leave and hope to return!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kyle L.

Liked: Cleanliness
4th of july get away.
Perfect little cottage, we loved our stay, everything worked and was as it should be, great property, very clean, perfect little beach front, and great communication with property management, we are already planning on another holiday weekend in the same property and we cant wait.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023