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PRIME DATES STILL AVAILABLE! BEAUTIFUL HOME IN LEELANAU COUNTY

 
 
 
Northport house rental - Back of house from garden.
Back of house from garden.
 
Northport house rental - Back of house from garden.

Back of house from garden.

Front of house facing the big lake.

Front of house facing the big lake.

Garage at end of long, winding driveway from road. Front door is around to right

Garage at end of long, winding driveway from road. Front door is around to right

Walk from driveway to front door

Walk from driveway to front door

Outdoor living and dining area. Photo taken facing the lake.

Outdoor living and dining area. Photo taken facing the lake.

Deck living and dining facing kitchen/BBQ deck.

Deck living and dining facing kitchen/BBQ deck.

Perfect spot for morning coffee!

Perfect spot for morning coffee!

Deck living and dining area with view to lake and west.

Deck living and dining area with view to lake and west.

View from front deck

View from front deck

View from deck.

View from deck.

The Sunset Bench -facing west

The Sunset Bench -facing west

Beach fire pit with benches. Lake is behind photographer.

Beach fire pit with benches. Lake is behind photographer.

Kitchen and 4-seat counter bar.

Kitchen and 4-seat counter bar.

Dining area facing lake.

Dining area facing lake.

Den with 32"TV, sound system, books, games, puzzles, etc.

Den with 32"TV, sound system, books, games, puzzles, etc.

Papa's Chair

Papa's Chair

Main floor Master Suite - 2 double beds. Window faces lake.

Main floor Master Suite - 2 double beds. Window faces lake.

Upstairs Master Suite. Window faces lake. King bed.

Upstairs Master Suite. Window faces lake. King bed.

Queen bedroom. Window faces lake.

Queen bedroom. Window faces lake.

Twin trundle room.

Twin trundle room.

Living Room

Living Room

View looking up from living room to upper hallway.

View looking up from living room to upper hallway.

Our road is awesome for bike rides and walks.

Our road is awesome for bike rides and walks.

  • Bedrooms4
  • Sleeps10
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • 1 Half Bath

Photos and Description of the Northport vacation house rental
Lakefront home; incredible sunsets! sleeps 8

Situated on Lake Michigan facing west toward the Manitou Islands, enjoy blissful days filled with a multitude of activities to spend true quality time with your family and friends. You will be treated to stunning sunsets over the water each evening and tranquil mornings listening to the waves lap on the shore. This architecturally interesting contemporary home has bright indoor spaces with large windows. A fully equipped kitchen includes a gas stove, oven and microwave, dishwasher, 2 refridgerators (1 in garage) and toaster and coffeemaker. Laundry washer and dryer is just off the kitchen. The kitchen, which includes a 4-seat counter eating bar, opens to a large dining area (seating 8) and spacious living room with cathedral windows and ceiling. The entertainment den has a 32' TV, satellite dish, DVD player, and sound system with CD and radio receiver. There is a large bookcase full of wonderful books, games, and puzzles. Wi-fi is also included. The large Main Floor Master Suite (great for those not wishing to use stairs) has 2 full size beds and a full bath. The Upstairs Master Suite with a king bed and large bathroom with a double shower make this room a perfect retreat. Two additional upstairs family bedrooms connected with a full bathroom feature a queen bed in one room and trundled twin beds in the other room. Guest bedding and bath towels are provided. A long, winding wooded driveway provides a sense of pleasant seclusion. There is an attached 2-stall garage, a gas BBQ grill, and large wrap-around decks. The decks provide lots of outdoor living and dining space with water views and choices of shady or sunny sitting areas. This home is impeccably maintained and well furnished. It will comfortably accommodate 8 - 10 people for sleeping. The lakefront is a wilderness beach with a dock stretching into a shallow cove where wildlife abounds. The dock provides easy access to the water. A bird watching paradise, we regularly see bald eagles, all varieties of waterfowl, as well as song and beach birds. The end of the dock is perfect for relaxing with a cup of coffee in the morning, watching fish, turtles, otters playing...and then awesome Lake Michigan sunsets in the evening. Long beach-walks looking for petoskey stones and Leland blues are another favorite passtime. Our lakefront home is halfway between the harbor towns of Leland and Northport. Unique shops and galleries, dining and recreation are a short scenic drive away. Traverse City is a quick 35-minute drive over winding county roads bordered by orchards and vineyards. This quiet and peaceful setting is easily accessible to state and conservancy hiking trails, biking, fishing, boating, and the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. Leelanau County is ideal for outdoor recreation or just plain sitting and relaxing. No smoking and no pets. And please note the guest limit in our home is 10, regardless of age.

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About Louann Kohlbeck

This home holds volumes of precious family memories. All of us have special times here with our individual families, extended families, and friends. 'Girls week' at Christmas and in the summer draws 3 generations of moms-daughters-cousins for boating, hiking, cooking and general relaxing together. Couples weekends are also a treat as we frequently entertain friends for an activity and a meal.

Louann Kohlbeck purchased this house in 1993
Why Louann Kohlbeck chose Northport

Our parents attended The Leelanau School (near The Homestead in Glen Arbor) in the 1940's when Leelanau County was a remote and hidden jewel. As our family grew up we visited Glen Arbor for vacations and then attended camp at Leelanau-Kohahna now located on Pyramid Point - just down the shore. The county has been 'second home' for three generations now but remains 'first' in our hearts. Our home on 'Big Blue' is a true retreat where peace and tranquility abides. For those of us who enjoy 'garden therapy' we have a large and lovely place to commune with the soil and flowering plants. Our home is located on a certified 'Natural Beauty Road' just a 2-mile walk from a favorite local bar & grill on M-22 - the now famous state highway that winds its way around the perimeter of Leelanau County. Mom and Dad fell in love with this place because it was a bit off the beaten track of the tourist crowd which tends to stay closer to the National Park, and it offered a peaceful and quiet retreat.

What makes this house unique

The unique architectural design of this home combined with the sense of seclusion yet convenient distance from both Northport and Leland (10 mins either direction) make this place perfect for extended stays. It is a family home - not just a typical vacation rental property - and offers the comforts and conveniences of a year-round home. Come and enjoy!

Northport house rental - Back of house from garden.

Back of house from garden.

Front of house facing the big lake.

Front of house facing the big lake.

Garage at end of long, winding driveway from road. Front door is around to right

Garage at end of long, winding driveway from road. Front door is around to right

Walk from driveway to front door

Walk from driveway to front door

Outdoor living and dining area. Photo taken facing the lake.

Outdoor living and dining area. Photo taken facing the lake.

Deck living and dining facing kitchen/BBQ deck.

Deck living and dining facing kitchen/BBQ deck.

Perfect spot for morning coffee!

Perfect spot for morning coffee!

Deck living and dining area with view to lake and west.

Deck living and dining area with view to lake and west.

View from front deck

View from front deck

View from deck.

View from deck.

The Sunset Bench -facing west

The Sunset Bench -facing west

Beach fire pit with benches. Lake is behind photographer.

Beach fire pit with benches. Lake is behind photographer.

Kitchen and 4-seat counter bar.

Kitchen and 4-seat counter bar.

Dining area facing lake.

Dining area facing lake.

Den with 32"TV, sound system, books, games, puzzles, etc.

Den with 32"TV, sound system, books, games, puzzles, etc.

Papa's Chair

Papa's Chair

Main floor Master Suite - 2 double beds. Window faces lake.

Main floor Master Suite - 2 double beds. Window faces lake.

Upstairs Master Suite. Window faces lake. King bed.

Upstairs Master Suite. Window faces lake. King bed.

Queen bedroom. Window faces lake.

Queen bedroom. Window faces lake.

Twin trundle room.

Twin trundle room.

Living Room

Living Room

View looking up from living room to upper hallway.

View looking up from living room to upper hallway.

Our road is awesome for bike rides and walks.

Our road is awesome for bike rides and walks.

Beautiful Leelanau County - 'land of delight' - is home to the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, recently voted as the most beautiful place in America by viewers of Good Morning America. A vacation destination for folks of all ages, Leelanau County offers Golf Courses with spectacular views, Conservancy and State Park hiking trails, unlimited water sports recreation, art galleries, vinyards & wineries, fine and casual dining, cultural events, and spectacular sightseeing.

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Rental Rates for this vacation house rental in Northport, Michigan

Notes

  • $3500.00 per week (7 nights)
  • US
  • In-season June 1 - September 30: $3500 per week (7 nights).
  • Off-season October 1 - May 31: $2,500 per week.
  • Off-season only - contact for less than full-week at $500 per night; 3-night min.
  • Monthly rate considered during the off-season.
  • Michigan sales and use tax: 6%

Accommodation and Amenities for this vacation house rental in Northport, Michigan

Property Type:
  • house
Meals:
  • Guests provide their own meals
Location Type:
  • Lakefront ...
    150' of Lake Michigan frontage. Situated on a shallow cove with dock access for swimming and perfect for enjoying sunsets and lots of wildlife.
  • Beach View
  • Beachfront
  • Lake View ...
    Home sits about 50 yards off Lake Michigan beach in wooded setting facing west. Lake views from decks, dining and living areas as well as upper master suite.
General:
  • Garage ...
    two stall
  • Washing Machine
  • Clothes Dryer
  • Telephone ...
    Land line for local calling only
  • Linens Provided ...
    bedding and towels, kitchen linens, too.
  • Covered Parking ...
    two stall garage
  • Wireless Internet
Kitchen:
  • Cooking Utensils ...
    Fully (totally) equipped.
  • Kitchen ...
    Fully equipped with gas stove, oven, microwave, dishwasher, toaster, coffeemaker..
  • Ice Maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Refrigerator ...
    one in kitchen and another in garage.
  • Microwave
Bathrooms:
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • 1 Half Bath
  • Bathroom 1 -
    Bathroom 2 -
    Bathroom 3 -
  • 3.5
Bedrooms:
  • 4 Bedrooms, Sleeps 10
  • King size beds (1) Upstairs Master Bedroom, Queen size Beds (1) Upstairs family suite - adjoined by bathroom to Twin trundle room., Double Beds (1) Main floor master suite has 2 double beds, Twin or Single Beds (1) upstairs family suite - twin trundle room adjoined by bathroom to queen bedroom.
Entertainment:
  • DVD Player
  • Video Library
  • Television
  • Satellite / Cable
  • Stereo
  • CD Player
Outside:
  • Outdoor Grill
  • Deck / Patio ...
    multilevel decks provide different areas for living, dining, socializing, and solitude.
Suitability:
  • Minimum Age Limit for Renters ...
    Will not rent to anyone under 25.
  • children welcome ...
    Because of architectural design of home, not recommended for children under 5.
  • non smoking only
  • pets not allowed
Attractions:
  • churches
  • cinemas
  • library
  • live theater
  • marina
  • museums
  • playground
  • restaurants
  • water parks
  • winery tours
  • health/beauty spa
Leisure Activities:
  • miniature golf
  • boating
  • shopping
  • wildlife viewing
  • antiquing
  • beachcombing
  • bird watching
  • eco tourism
  • gambling casinos
  • horseback riding
  • paddle boating
  • scenic drives
  • sight seeing
  • sledding
  • walking
Local Services & Businesses:
  • ATM/bank
  • fitness center
  • groceries
  • hospital
  • medical services
Sports & Adventure Activities:
  • snorkeling/diving
  • snowboarding
  • cross country skiing
  • parasailing
  • kayaking
  • cycling
  • fly fishing
  • freshwater fishing
  • golf
  • hiking
  • ice skating
  • jet skiing
  • paragliding
  • roller blading
  • sailing
  • skiing
  • swimming
  • tennis
  • water skiing
  • water tubing
  • wind-surfing

Reviews for this vacation house rental in Northport, Michigan

Prime dates still available! Beautiful Home in Leelanau County
average rating of 5.0 based on 3 reviews
business
Prime dates still available! Beautiful Home in Leelanau County
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p418215vb
Northport Northwest
Illinois
5

The School Year Ends: A Place to Catch my Breath and Become Recharged

5 of 5
Submitted: July 5, 2012 Stayed: May 2012
This wooded retreat gave me opportunity to soak up sun on the deck, walk the beach southward for miles, enjoy sunsets on the dock and become refreshed and recharged from a hectic academic year. We are so glad to have chosen this location. The listing was completely accurate and exceeded our expectations. My family (grown children in college and husband) and I enjoy coming together in this house, as there is room for all and accommodates our various needs in terms of those that want to sleep in and not be disturbed, those that want to use wifi, and those that want to cook and bake in an awesome kitchen.
There's also a great fire pit for late night fires, a dock for morning coffee, and so many hiking and biking trails that we always try at least one new one and continue to repeat our old favorites, such as CatHead Point. As well, we continue to try new places to eat in nearby Leland, but always go back to our favorite places like The Cove in Fishtown.
I could rest and relax here any time of year and would love to see each season. Thanks for creating a welcome home, clean and well-maintained. The peaceful surroundings are inspiring and we recommend this home to anyone looking for a quiet getaway.
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Girls Getaway, Sightseeing, Families with Teenagers, People with Disabilities, Romantic Getaway
business
Prime dates still available! Beautiful Home in Leelanau County
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p418215vb
Northport Northwest
United States
5

A Welcome Change of Scenery

5 of 5
Submitted: July 3, 2012 Stayed: April 2012
I stayed at this property for a week and had a lovely experience. The house is clean, well-appointed and in a great location. Quiet and peaceful, it is out of the way of the tourist crowds, but within short driving distance of many of the great areas that Leelanau county has to offer. The house itself is very comfortable and surpassed my expectations. The views of the lake, and the breeze through the trees provided a great backdrop I would definitely recommend this property to anyone who wants a clean, quiet and comfortable place to pass a week (or more).
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Girls Getaway, Sightseeing, Romantic Getaway
business
Prime dates still available! Beautiful Home in Leelanau County
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p418215vb
Northport Northwest
Phoenix Arizona
5

Refreshed

5 of 5
Submitted: July 3, 2012 Stayed: June 2012
A clean well maintained home that refreshes, relaxes and revitalizes.
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Adventure Seekers, Girls Getaway, Sightseeing, Families with Teenagers, Romantic Getaway
Owner's Response: So happy you enjoyed our special get-away place. We work hard to maintain a clean and relaxing place for our guests.
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