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Cottage in Elk Rapids

4.94 out of 5 average rating, 236 reviews

Waterfront Cottage in Elk Rapids, Michigan

Welcome to our cottage on the lake! We renovated this home through the spring of '18 and are so thrilled to have it ready for you! Sitting less than 30-feet from the sandy bottom of Bass Lake, this house is a charmer in all seasons. In the winter months, enjoy snowshoeing across the lake and come home to a cozy fire. In the warmer months, this all-sports lake is ready for swimming, fishing, and all things fresh-water. We hope you feel welcomed and relaxed at Little Elk Cottage! @littleelkcottage

Jan 5 – 12

R6,527 ZAR per night

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Apartment in Traverse City

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 222 reviews

Private sandy beachfront on the West Bay in TC

Beachfront vacationing with your own private apartment on the West Bay facing Power Island. Just steps away from putting your feet in the sand and crystal clear water! Your own private deck with comfortable lounge chairs, eating table and chairs right next to a beautiful garden and potted flowers (seasonal). 2 Kayaks, 3 paddle-boards, bonfire (w/chairs, wood, lighter and lighter fluid provided for you; Smore's ingredients w/request). Lounge chairs on the beach, cornhole, BBQ Grill & much more...

Apr 12 – 19

R6,046 ZAR per night

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Condo in Interlochen

4.97 out of 5 average rating, 154 reviews

~Private HotTub! ~King Bed ~Sleeps 4 ~Full Kitchen

Private Hot Tub! Overlooking our Private Lake with amazing view. Review's *This place is INCREDIBLE! *Amazing start to our honeymoon *Thank you for the beautiful stay *It is truly the best place to call home in the area *Private outside entrance *Self check in *Fully Stocked kitchen *Private laundry *55 inch tv with Netflix *100+ Mbps Fiber Optic WIFI *A/C *17 miles to Crystal Mountain *Traverse City 14 miles *Sleeping Bear Dunes *Great restaurants close by Centrally located Fiber Optic Wi-F

Jan 4 – 11

R1,705 ZAR per night

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Guesthouse in Bellaire

4.96 out of 5 average rating, 167 reviews

Studio on the Cedar River ~ A Bibliophiles Dream

A cozy little getaway for the adventurous individual or couple at a location that is beautiful year round. The property is surrounded by 365 acres of state and MNA sanctuary lands with 700 feet of private frontage. Excellent trout fishing, kayaking, tubing, biking, XC skiing, snow shoeing and hiking right out the back door. If you want to truly get away from the pink skies and road noise and want the "up north" experience but not stay at a crummy resort or noisy lake, this is the place for you.

Jul 9 – 16

R2,470 ZAR per night

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Cabin in Mesick

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 318 reviews

Manistee River cabin

A cozy cabin over looking the Manistee River on a very safe & peaceful private drive. There are many launch sites for rafting, kayaking and canoeing nearby. The cabin is centrally located between Cadillac, Interlochen, Frankfort & Traverse City. Snowmobile staging area, Caberfae & Crystal Mt. ski areas, Hodenpyle dam backwaters, North Country & Manistee River trails are nearby. Also with a three night stay we will drop you off or pick you up using your canoes or kayaks. Pictures are current.

Apr 14 – 21

R1,999 ZAR per night

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Cottage in Traverse City

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 103 reviews

The Hobbit House on Spider Lake

Welcome to our Hobbit House on the lake in Northern Michigan! This private cottage is nestled within a quiet cove of scenic Spider Lake, just east of Traverse City. With two bedrooms and an open-concept kitchen and living room, the Hobbit House can sleep six people — perfect for a group getaway. The outdoor accommodations are endless with a front porch, beach patio, and dock to relax on the water. Guests have plenty of space to soak up the summer sun. Book your stay at the Hobbit House today!

Mar 15 – 22

R3,262 ZAR per night

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Guesthouse in Bellaire

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 416 reviews

Riverside Retreat—Kayaks included!

Lovely peaceful retreat on Intermediate River. Steps to downtown Bellaire: Short’s beer, unique stores, restaurants and movie theatre. This tranquil space is the perfect romantic getaway for 2 In the heart of Michigan’s prime recreation area, minutes away from championship golf courses, ski runs, hiking, biking trails and beautiful Torch Lake. Enjoy wine tasting, craft beer, Mammoth Craft Distillery and Bee Well Cider and Meadery, or just select a book from our library and relax on the dock!

Oct 21 – 28

R1,755 ZAR per night

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Guest suite in Suttons Bay

4.96 out of 5 average rating, 161 reviews

WATERS EDGE-A Cozy Sutton’s Bay Getaway.

Our space is 5 minutes from downtown Sutton’s Bay, right on beautiful Lake Michigan Bay. Spectacular views with an amazing private deck. Everything you need for a memorable stay. Centrally located in Leelanau County for wine excursions, dining and shopping. Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore is only a 40 min. drive. We are ten minutes from Traverse City, 18 from Northport and 14 minutes from Leland’s historic Fish Town. It’s truly a great UP North experience. (Possible road noise)

Oct 21 – 28

R4,409 ZAR per night

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Guest suite in Interlochen

4.97 out of 5 average rating, 312 reviews

Harmony House, Interlochen

Enjoy four seasons of beauty in a private downstairs guest suite with a bedroom, living room, bathroom, and dining/breakfast nook with a Keurig, microwave and mini fridge (no kitchen). Walk out the door to the lakefront where you can lounge in the sun, use the kayaks, and make a fire. Located 3 miles from Interlochen Arts Academy, it is an easy drive to Traverse City, Sleeping Bear Dunes, Crystal Mountain, biking, hiking and running trails and award-winning golf and disc golf courses.

Nov 2 – 9

R2,056 ZAR per night

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Cabin in East Jordan

5.0 out of 5 average rating, 106 reviews

Cheerful Six Mile Lake Log Cabin.

Enjoy the coziness of a bygone era while staying in this 1940s quaint, storybook log cabin. The Hawks Nest has been lovingly restored to its original glory while having all the modern-day amenities woven through its clean 380 sq. ft. space. Retreat to the spacious covered porch to relax and view the acre-and-half property leading down to 100ft of 6Mile Lake frontage. Star gaze while relaxing in the comfortable, Amish-built gilding chairs around the spacious, paver fire pit area .

Nov 13 – 20

R3,310 ZAR per night

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Cabin in South Boardman

4.9 out of 5 average rating, 176 reviews

Lazy on the Lake

Come up north and enjoy the peaceful, laid back feel of country living. Wake up early and go down to the dock, enjoy a cup of coffee and watch the sun rise over the lake. Traverse City is 20 minutes away where you have the national cherry festival, fine dining, casinos, and world class winery's with beautiful views of the bay. Orv trails abound, and in the winter, this year round cabin is in the heart of the snow belt with some of the best snowmobiling in the lower peninsula.

Nov 28 – Dec 5

R2,357 ZAR per night

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Cabin in Fife Lake

4.97 out of 5 average rating, 157 reviews

Quiet relaxation, peaceful view. 35 min. to TC

The Pickeral Palace is set on a quiet, peaceful lot on Pickeral Lake. This is a no-motor lake located next to all-sports Fife Lake. The cabin features an older section with a unique cedar-wood kitchen, a more modern living room, 2 bedrooms and a full bath. The living room and master bedroom have sliders to a large deck that has a commanding view of the lake. Modern, fully-equipped kitchen and laundry facilities included. Quiet relaxation awaits.

Oct 2 – 9

R2,365 ZAR per night