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RANCH WITH 134 FEET OF SANDY BEACH ON WEST BAY - 20 X 40 DECK

 
 
 
Suttons Bay cottage rental - Sunrise view from our deck
Sunrise view from our deck
  • Suttons Bay cottage rental - Sunrise view from our deck
    All new kitchen with beautiful tile and a great view of the water
    one of the many dining areas, enough space to feed 20-30 people
    Spare room / Queen bed and lots of closet space
    Nice view of the beach looking North toward Suttons Bay!
    back porch french doors open up for a great breeze
  • Suttons Bay cottage rental - Easy walking down the steps to yard/ firepit and water
    view of beach and fire pit
    steps to beach - beach is 40-50 feet wide from the rocks to the water!
    New back porch knoty pine and great views of the water
    View of the water looking toward downtown Traverse City
    Our beach is the same all the way down, no weeds! this is a small section.
  • Suttons Bay cottage rental - View looking north from the top of the steps going to beach
    A look at the back of the house, large trees for those who want shade!
    New Bath/ full tile/ beach theme/ Very clean!!
 
Suttons Bay cottage rental - Sunrise view from our deck

Sunrise view from our deck

All new kitchen with beautiful tile and a great view of the water

All new kitchen with beautiful tile and a great view of the water

one of the many dining areas, enough space to feed 20-30 people

one of the many dining areas, enough space to feed 20-30 people

Spare room / Queen bed and lots of closet space

Spare room / Queen bed and lots of closet space

Nice view of the beach looking North toward Suttons Bay!

Nice view of the beach looking North toward Suttons Bay!

back porch french doors open up for a great breeze

back porch french doors open up for a great breeze

Easy walking down the steps to yard/ firepit and water

Easy walking down the steps to yard/ firepit and water

view of beach and fire pit

view of beach and fire pit

steps to beach - beach is 40-50 feet wide from the rocks to the water!

steps to beach - beach is 40-50 feet wide from the rocks to the water!

New back porch knoty pine and great views of the water

New back porch knoty pine and great views of the water

View of the water looking toward downtown Traverse City

View of the water looking toward downtown Traverse City

Our beach is the same all the way down, no weeds! this is a small section.

Our beach is the same all the way down, no weeds! this is a small section.

View looking north from the top of the steps going to beach

View looking north from the top of the steps going to beach

A look at the back of the house, large trees for those who want shade!

A look at the back of the house, large trees for those who want shade!

New Bath/ full tile/ beach theme/ Very clean!!

New Bath/ full tile/ beach theme/ Very clean!!

  • Bedrooms3
  • Sleeps12
  • 1 Bathroom, 
  • 1 Half Bath

Photos and Description of the Suttons Bay vacation cottage rental
Cottage, 3 Bedrooms + Convertible bed(s), 1.5 Baths, (Sleeps 9-12)

We love our cottage and we hope you do as well! We geared our renovations toward relaxation and easy maintenance. We tried to stock everything you'd need to ensure a great time (and to keep you from having to bring up the kitchen sink). We have a large variety of movies (Kid friendly), games and toys (including beach toys) for your enjoyment. The basement is set up with toys, games, cable TV and is a safe and fun environment ... there is also plenty of room to play in the huge backyard, side yard or on the beautiful sandy beach. The entire layout of the home is geared toward outside activities and entertaining on the new 20 x 40 deck. Perfect for eating, laying out, watching the kids play, cooking on the grill, watching wildlife or the boats and my favorite ... sleeping.

We love our fires at night, and we have two fire pits. One up on top overlooking the beach and water and the other on the beach. Feel free to pitch a tent on the beach, that is an experience you won't forget.

1,800 square feet on 3/4 of an acre with one of the best beaches on West Bay!

We have made many renovations to make it an enjoyable and relaxing environment. To mention a few: gutted the kitchen and bath(s), 8 ft door wall and two French doors that open up to the huge deck (20 x 40), natural stone exterior, knotty pine walls and tile galore, plus hundreds of other items you would never notice!

The house is set off the road and we have plenty of room for additional parking on the side lot, driveway holds 4-6 vehicles.

Our house is your house, make yourself at home!

Keywords: Single Family Ranch

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About Mike Thomas owner

My wife and I have been married for over 14 years and we have a beautiful daughter. We love spending time in our cottage and we share it with our many friends. We feel blessed to be able to share it with all of the wonderful people who have rented from us in the past. We've met so many wonderful people and we really enjoy hearing about your time in TC.

Mike Thomas owner purchased this cottage in 2005
Why Mike Thomas owner chose Suttons Bay

My parents have had a cottage in Traverse City for over 25 years and it was always a goal of mine to have a family getaway in that area. We just love the Traverse City area and plan on to retire up there in about 10 years!

What makes this cottage unique

We really spend our time relaxing. We often go up there with a long list of activities and find ourselves night after night in front of the fire pit. Just listening to the water crash on the shore and watching out for the Bald Eagles flying across the water, you just can't beat it!!

Suttons Bay cottage rental - Sunrise view from our deck

Sunrise view from our deck

All new kitchen with beautiful tile and a great view of the water

All new kitchen with beautiful tile and a great view of the water

one of the many dining areas, enough space to feed 20-30 people

one of the many dining areas, enough space to feed 20-30 people

Spare room / Queen bed and lots of closet space

Spare room / Queen bed and lots of closet space

Nice view of the beach looking North toward Suttons Bay!

Nice view of the beach looking North toward Suttons Bay!

back porch french doors open up for a great breeze

back porch french doors open up for a great breeze

Easy walking down the steps to yard/ firepit and water

Easy walking down the steps to yard/ firepit and water

view of beach and fire pit

view of beach and fire pit

steps to beach - beach is 40-50 feet wide from the rocks to the water!

steps to beach - beach is 40-50 feet wide from the rocks to the water!

New back porch knoty pine and great views of the water

New back porch knoty pine and great views of the water

View of the water looking toward downtown Traverse City

View of the water looking toward downtown Traverse City

Our beach is the same all the way down, no weeds! this is a small section.

Our beach is the same all the way down, no weeds! this is a small section.

View looking north from the top of the steps going to beach

View looking north from the top of the steps going to beach

A look at the back of the house, large trees for those who want shade!

A look at the back of the house, large trees for those who want shade!

New Bath/ full tile/ beach theme/ Very clean!!

New Bath/ full tile/ beach theme/ Very clean!!

Nearest Airport : Cherry Capitol Airport at 10 Miles
Nearest Ferry : Grellickville Marina at 3 Miles
Nearest Beach : Backyard
Nearest Ski : Mt. Holiday at 10 Miles
Nearest Restaurant : Apache Trout Grill at 3.5 Miles

We have a large selection of games available including a basketball net, pool table, beach toys, inflatables, horse shoes, volleyball net, soccer ball and some fishing equipment. Of course it is hard to guarantee that all of these things will work when you get there because it is difficult to monitor their condition. As you can imagine, things break and turn up missing but we really try to keep a good selection of items available. I would venture to say that we have way more than most homes you would rent!!

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Rental Rates for this vacation cottage rental in Suttons Bay, Michigan

Payment is usually accepted in the quoted currency () unless the currency and the amount is specifically agreed in advance with the owner / advertiser.

Notes

  • $150-$285/nt - $1250-$2,000/wk
  • US Dollars
  • Check-in 4:00 pm / Check-out 11:00 am
  • $2,000(July/Aug) First 2 weeks of July are $2,200 weekly rate
  • Summer (J&A) $285/N Sept-MAY $150-$285/N call for rates and available dates
  • **$75 cleaning fee** included in weekend and weekly rentals **Taxes Included**
  • *50% dn to hold your weekly reservation/full pay for weekends
  • *full refund if we are able to re-rent your week
  • Please call for availability / Rates based upon 8 people!
  • ********** Spring Rates are as low as $150 per night************

Accommodation and Amenities for this vacation cottage rental in Suttons Bay, Michigan

Property Type:
  • cottage
Meals:
  • Guests provide their own meals
Floor Area:
  • 1850 sq. ft.
  • 1 story
Location Type:
  • Beach View ...
    View the beach from several rooms in the house!
  • Beachfront ...
    The beach is right out the back door!
  • Lakefront ...
    The backyard is Lake Michigan...You'll love it!!
Theme:
  • Adventure
  • Romantic
  • Family
  • Away From It All
  • Budget
  • Sports & Activities
  • Tourist Attractions
  • Luxury
General:
  • Parking Off Street
  • Hair Dryer
  • Living Room ...
    Nice surround couch with coffee table faces the fireplace and TV.
  • Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer ...
    Plenty of room for a boat or motor home.
  • Wood Fireplace ...
    All the wood you can burn - oak/maple
  • Free Long Distance ...
    unlimited in Michigan
  • Iron & Board
  • Parking ...
    Large drive way, plenty of room for a boat or seadoo's
  • Garage ...
    Attached
  • Telephone ...
    unlimited in Michigan and long distance
  • Air Conditioning ...
    whole house fan (new)
  • Heating ...
    Forced Air
  • Linens Provided ...
    Plenty of extra sheets and towels
  • Broadband Access
  • Wireless Internet ...
    High speed internet.
  • Internet ...
    Wireless available year round.
  • Towels Provided ...
    Plenty of towels and linens.
  • Washing Machine ...
    new
  • Clothes Dryer ...
    new
  • Fireplace ...
    Natural fire place in the living room
Kitchen:
  • Dishes & Utensils ...
    More than you need...
  • Catering Available ...
    Must plan ahead prior to arrival!
  • Kitchen ...
    Everything you need! New Stove
  • Pantry Items ...
    large pots and pans, bake ware, etc...
  • Coffee Maker ...
    filters provided
  • Toaster
  • Cooking Utensils ...
    Everything you need is here!!
  • Dishwasher ...
    new
  • Refrigerator ...
    2 refrigerators, one in the attached garage. Very convenient!
  • Oven ...
    new / gas
  • Microwave ...
    Attached/ New
Dining:
  • Dining Area
  • Dining ...
    We have a large dining table and a second round oak table used for meals and games (cards). Plenty of room for both!
  • seating for 14 people
Bathrooms:
  • 1 Bathroom, 
  • 1 Half Bath
  • Bathroom 1 - toilet , combination tub/shower , Newly remodeled!
    Bathroom 2 - toilet , Across from bedroom #2
  • One and a half baths!
Bedrooms:
  • 3 Bedrooms, Sleeps 12
  • Bedroom 1 - 1 king , Beautiful view of the bay from this room!
    Bedroom 3 - 2 twin/ single , 1 bunk bed , Bunk bed w/ single / pull out trundle. This room sleeps 5
    Bedroom 2 - 1 queen , Nice room and close to the bathroom!!
  • King bed in master (1)Queen size Beds (1) (2) Serta Beds, Double Beds (1), Twin or Single Beds (2), Bunk Beds (1) Upper bunk capacity should be 125lbs or lighter.
Entertainment:
  • Books
  • Foosball
  • Game Room ...
    Located in the basement keeps the upstairs quiet!
  • Games ...
    We have many games available. We try to remove the games w/ missing pieces.
  • Pool Table ...
    Great for the kids!
  • Toys ...
    Plenty!
  • Video Library ...
    Quite large
  • Video Games ...
    can't guarantee they work
  • DVD Player
  • Television ...
    one in every bedroom
  • Satellite / Cable ...
    Cable TV
  • VCR
  • Stereo ...
    Indoor/Outdoor speakers
  • CD Player
Outside:
  • Kayak / Canoe ...
    for rent / local owner
  • Boat ...
    for rent / local owner
  • Outdoor Grill ...
    Gas grill and charcoal available
  • Deck / Patio ...
    20x40 with plenty of seating and 2 tables for your eating enjoyment.
  • Water Sports Gear ...
    some gear available
  • Lawn / Garden ...
    Extra lot for games and larger parties.
Suitability:
  • non smoking only
  • Long-term Renters Welcome
  • pets not allowed
  • wheelchair accessible
  • children welcome ...
    If you can't find something for everyone here, I'll buy you dinner!!
  • Minimum Age Limit for Renters ...
    The person (adult) responsible for signing the contract is responsible for all of the people in the party and must be a minimum of 25 yrs old.
Attractions:
  • churches
  • cinemas
  • library
  • marina
  • museums
  • playground
  • water parks
  • restaurants
  • winery tours
  • live theater
  • health/beauty spa
Leisure Activities:
  • antiquing
  • walking
  • horseback riding
  • scenic drives
  • outlet shopping
  • paddle boating
  • sight seeing
  • sledding
  • gambling casinos
  • beachcombing
  • bird watching
  • horseshoes
  • boating
  • wildlife viewing
  • shelling
  • shopping
  • miniature golf
Local Services & Businesses:
  • groceries
  • hospital
  • laundromat
  • fitness center
  • medical services
  • ATM/bank
Sports & Adventure Activities:
  • snorkeling/diving
  • cross country skiing
  • kayaking
  • parasailing
  • snowboarding
  • snowmobiling
  • swimming
  • tennis
  • scuba diving or snorkeling
  • surfing
  • hunting
  • skiing
  • golf
  • wind-surfing
  • water skiing
  • mountain biking
  • paragliding
  • roller blading
  • sailing
  • cycling
  • fishing
  • basketball court
  • pier fishing
  • rafting
  • snorkeling
  • sound/bay fishing
  • water tubing
  • hiking
  • hunting big game
  • hunting small game
  • jet skiing
  • deepsea fishing
  • fly fishing
  • freshwater fishing
Notes: We reduced the price to help make your vacation more affordable and to help with the high gas prices, we hope this helps!!

Reviews for this vacation cottage rental in Suttons Bay, Michigan

Ranch with 134 Feet of Sandy Beach on West Bay - 20 X 40 Deck
average rating of 4.7272725 based on 11 reviews
business
Ranch with 134 Feet of Sandy Beach on West Bay - 20 X 40 Deck
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p226848vb
+734 320-4444
West Grand Traverse Bay Traverse City
Grant, MI
5

Wonderful vacation!

5 of 5
Submitted: February 26, 2013 Stayed: July 2012
We rented your home during the week of the Cherry Festival. What a fantastic time we had!! Your home is absolutely beautiful, so spacious, and everything we wanted or needed was provided. The view is amazing from your deck. The location is perfect. Your neighbors are super nice. Sitting by a campfire on your beach gazing at the stars, spending time with family, we couldn't have asked for more. We felt very much at home there. Definitely recommend this property...we love Traverse City!
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Adventure Seekers, Girls Getaway, Sightseeing, Families with Teenagers, Families with Young Children, Romantic Getaway
business
Ranch with 134 Feet of Sandy Beach on West Bay - 20 X 40 Deck
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p226848vb
+734 320-4444
West Grand Traverse Bay Traverse City
Iron Mountain, MI USA
5

We were so pleased!!!!!!

5 of 5
Submitted: June 13, 2012 Stayed: June 2012
You don't need to bring a thing along to enjoy yourself! They provided towels, beach chairs, surround sound music outside, tons of dvd's, wireless internet. The beach is beautiful......nice and sandy. Close to Traverse City, Suttons Bay and the leelanau wineries! I hope to be back many more times! I would recommend this to anyone. We went for a ladies getaway weekend and it was perfect. However I have children and this would be great for a family too! Lots of games, toys, perfect waterfront for kids too!
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Adventure Seekers, Girls Getaway, Sightseeing, Families with Teenagers, Families with Young Children, Romantic Getaway
Helpful votes: 1/1
business
Ranch with 134 Feet of Sandy Beach on West Bay - 20 X 40 Deck
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p226848vb
+734 320-4444
West Grand Traverse Bay Traverse City
New York
5

Awesome Rental

5 of 5
Submitted: June 26, 2011 Stayed: June 2011
What more can you ask for? Close proximity to downtown Traverse City, huge deck overlooking Lake Michigan, large side- and back-yard perfect for throwing around the football, big, updated kitchen with all sorts of kitchen wares, and well appointed bedrooms. The house even includes a stereo system with indoor and outdoor speakers.

I would absolutely rent this home again. Plus, the owner was kind and easy to work with. The updated house and wonderful views of Lake Michigan (all within very easy driving distance of downtown Traverse City) makes for happy renters.
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Girls Getaway, Families with Teenagers, Families with Young Children, Romantic Getaway
business
Ranch with 134 Feet of Sandy Beach on West Bay - 20 X 40 Deck
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p226848vb
+734 320-4444
West Grand Traverse Bay Traverse City
Kent, Ohio
2

Amenities Lacking

2 of 5
Submitted: September 27, 2010 Stayed: September 2010
September is rainiest month in Traverse City. I chose this house over other similarly nice properties because listing cited a pool table and video games which would occupy my teenage boys if we got socked in by rain. Well, when we arrived at the house, there was no pool table or video games as stated. I let the owner know, but he was unsympathetic. Apparently, the listing does not get updated regularly, and he is OK with that. Renter Beware! Good house, good location, but traffic noise is loud and continuous.
Owner's Response: I tried talking to this man but he was stuck on the fact that we didn't have a pool table and video games as stated in our listing. I explained that we haven't been up there to monitor what's missing and broken. Our cottage was rented all Summer and we didn't have a chance to get up there and see if we could repair the pool table. I apologized many many times and felt really bad that his kids were disapointed. The pool table was broken by a prior renter who let their 14 yr old stand on it and it collapsed. The video games were removed from the property along with the game box. We don't know who took it nor did we know it was missing! We instructed the cleaning company to have the pool table removed until we could fix or replace it. I was very upset that he didn't enjoy his time up there. I still feel bad for this man. I would have given him money back but he could never talk in a calm voice. I don't change much on the vrbo site because I assume most renters are going to rent it for the views and the beautiful beach. The ammenities are there for the renters convenience and we don't provide babysittging. My wife and I care a lot about each and every person who stays at our cottage. Our goal is for everyone to enjoy their time up there and be safe around the fire pit and water. If you have any reservations about staying with us, let me know, we will provide you with a list of refferals. If you do not think you received your money's worth and can stay composed, I will refund a portion of your money.......guaranteed!!
Helpful votes: 4/6
business
Ranch with 134 Feet of Sandy Beach on West Bay - 20 X 40 Deck
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p226848vb
+734 320-4444
West Grand Traverse Bay Traverse City
Rochester Hills
5

Amazing!!

5 of 5
Submitted: July 31, 2010 Stayed: June 2010
I chose to rent this gorgeous house for my best friend's Bachelorette Party/Weekend Getaway in Traverse City, and we couldn't have found a more perfect place to stay!! The pictures do not do the place justice, it is so much better than it looks on the website!! We were so happy with everything about the house, from the view, the private beach, the perfect large deck, the clean and newly updated house (especially the kitchen-- I was in love!), abundant and comfortable sleeping quarters, and having relaxation and tranquility at our fingertips! The house was equipped with just about everything you could need for your getaway. With the perfect location in the beautiful peace and quiet on West Bay, you're wonderfully close to Downtown and numerous other activities! Don't hesitate to book your getaway in this gorgeous house, I can't wait to stay here again!!
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Adventure Seekers, Girls Getaway, Tourists without a Car, Sightseeing, Families with Teenagers, Families with Young Children, Romantic Getaway
Helpful votes: 1/1
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