David's place is comfortable and quiet. Perfect for a small family. The setting is beautiful and the house is clean and bright! Thanks again!

David was a great host. He was friendly and gracious. The house was clean and user friendly. We had several women stay there and they all approved of how clean it was. I would choose this house again with out a second thought.

Good house next to a fun little town.

Defiantly going back. Great place

David's place is comfortable, clean, homey and spacious. I was lucky to snag this little gem, just miles from my desired location, and at the last minute (2 days before arriving!). The house is tucked in a hidden neighborhood in Kingsley, MI, just 25-30 minutes from downtown Traverse City, where there are many delightful restaurants to suit almost any taste, a sandy beach and family park , boat rentals, "tall ship" sails and beautiful, natural wonders. There's lots of tourist info in a notebook near the front door. We went to Sutton's Bay and had lunch at the Hop Lot (about a 45 minute drive from the house), a newer brewery/restaurant, and enjoyed the ride along the West Bay on the way there and back. The area where the house is at is quiet and the local grocery and gas station is just around the corner- literally less than 5 minutes door-to-door. There's a comfy couch and chair in the living room with tons of DVD's if you like movies. The beds (both roomy full size) were very comfortable and each room has its own air conditioner. A 4th or 5th person could sleep on the couch in the living room, or it would be easy to blow up an air mattress in the living area also, if needed. With a full kitchen and dining area, we were able to store some of our perishables in the frig, make our coffee and breakfast, and enjoy some relaxing family time, before heading out. The bathrooms were very clean and it was nice to have an extra 1/2 bath for use while the other one was being used. Check in and check out was a breeze. The little deck on the back was perfect for hanging out and a nice gas grill was available, although we didn't end up using it. The yard was not buggy at all even though a wooded area was directly behind the house. I would definitely stay here again and would highly recommend it to anyone! Thanks David!!

Had a fantastic stay at Anne's beautiful home. The fall colors were just gorgeous and the lake is lovely. Anne is a great hostess!

I had a great quick overnight stay at Anne's place. Anne was very welcoming and she has an awesome place. Beautiful home with birds and right on a lake. Super comfortable bed and very clean house. Lots of privacy as you have the downstairs where the bedroom and bathroom are. Wish I had more time as it was all very peaceful and she has beautiful artwork. Would definitely stay again!!

Lovely scenic place to stay. Anne is the best. 10/10, would stay again.

Anne was a great hostes, very accommodating. Loved our room and her home. I would recommend staying at "Auntie Anne's" to anyone coming up to Traverse city. She even treated our little dogger like her own. LOVED IT.

My Mom and I spent a couple nights at Anne's beautiful home where we slept better than we had in years due to Anne's comfortable bed and cozy room. The house is a short walk to a beautiful lake front where we saw fish and a baby beaver! Anne was wonderfully accommodating, it felt like we were staying with a family friend. We had such a nice time and recommend staying here for anyone who wants to have a peaceful northern Michigan retreat.

I was looking for a dog friendly place to stay during my visit in Traverse City and this home was perfect. Anne loved my dogs as if they were her own. Traveling with two large dogs can be difficult sometimes so it's nice to find someone who will take you in. The home is super cozy and the yard is large enough for the dogs to run around in. Anne suggested a great place to have dinner that evening (Peegeos- Pizza) when we arrived and even made me coffee before leaving in the morning. I would def stay here again.

Anne’s place is a cozy house that feels like it’s deep in the woods, even though it is actually on a lake. The guest area is the entire downstairs, which includes the bedroom, bathroom, and reading room with a patio door that opens to the back yard. Upstairs is an inviting kitchen and living room. Anne is an artist and the place has many paintings and photos about it that add character. Anne is a cheerful talker, and very accommodating, exactly what you want in a hostess. You won't be disappointed. Make sure you get the directions down pat. The last turn onto her street is hard to find in the dark. Without meaning to sound trite, a "Pure Michigan" experience.

I loved staying with Anne and so did my big bear Boon! It was very relaxing and I felt at home. Can't wait for another stay in the future!

They were great people and it was everything as promised. The RV is filled with amenities for a comfortable stay.

My weekend at the Forest Lodge was awesome. We had 10 guys for a long weekend. Everyone fit comfortably. The space is amazing. The outdoor patio and lawn allowed is to be outside all weekend. Would highly recommend this house for anything who is looking to get away and be one with nature. It was so quiet and peaceful. It was also so easy to get to Traverse City as well which was really nice. Deb is a great host as well. Communication with me was easy. If I ever find myself back in the area, I would definitely call Deb again.

Great place, good location. Close to Traverse City. Clean and well maintained property.

This place was AMAZING! What a beautiful winter retreat for us. The pond was so much fun for the kids to ice skate and play hockey. Close to Traverse City and ice fishing lakes. Deb was always available to help and answer questions. Top notch...we hope to come back next year!

We had the most wonderful time at Forest Lodge! With such a large group (16 people total) in one place, we weren't sure how it would all work out, but we were all very comfortable! And the kids had epic games of hide and seek in the house, and capture the flag on the beautiful grounds. The grown ups very much enjoyed grilling on the deck, the hot tub and lots of lounging around. And the proximity to Traverse City was perfect for our day out exploring. Deb was an exceptional host - she went way out of her way to make us happy and comfortable. We loved it!

House was great plenty of room and very comfortable

This house worked great for our big family gathering. The house lacked for nothing. Kitchen was well stocked with all sorts of tools, appliances, and cookware. We loved the big table and living room for evening gathering, and the deck was awesome. We enjoyed the big yard for soccer games and liked walking the trails through the woods. The shower upstairs was great, and the massage chair was in high demand. The sofa beds in the loft, not so much and are best reserved for kids. It is out in the sticks, which made it very quiet at night, but a short drive into TC and an easy drive to sleeping bear. Great fishing in the Boardman River only a short drive away. We loved out stay and would return again when we need to house the whole clan.

We stayed at the Forest Lodge for a week - 13 of us. The house itself was fantastic. All the bedrooms were quite roomy, and the kids loved the room with the 4 bunk beds (it was more of a hallway than a room, but the kids didn't care). There are several bedrooms downstairs and 2 upstairs (with a 3rd room having 2 sofa couches). The master bedroom did have a/c, but the other two rooms didn't seem to have it. There is a fire pit outside, which we utilized multiple times along with a nice grill for bbq. Deb was very helpful in answering any questions we had. I had a 20 minute chat with her before we arrived at the house and she provided me a lot of information on the area and advice that was greatly appreciated. When we got to the house, she left us brochures for the region, wine, and delicious cherry bbq sauce (and much more that I won't list here). If we ever go back with such a large group, I would not hesitate getting this house again from Deb & Trevor!

Loved the location, house, amenities. Hosts were great. Fantastic stay. Would definitely return!

This place was absolutely perfect. It's quiet and secluded and surrounded by nature. Katie was a joy to work with. I'd recommend this place to anyone that wants a time to relax and unplug.

Very cool place to stay. The description and pictures were very accurate. It is about 20 minutes outside the city, out in the country with beautiful horses, dogs and a pig. The inside was straight forward, certainly not luxury, but it was cozy and comfortable. I'd recommend it to anyone. Katie, the host, was great to work with and made check in very easy.

伟大的主人和好客。小屋是超级可爱,有我需要的一切,从城市快速过夜逃脱。

这个小屋正是我们所需要的。幽静简单,这是一个非常需要休息的完美去处。它是如此安静,美丽,宁静...作为奖金,有一些非常可爱的动物在财产!我不会把所有的早晨都放在前廊上。 厨房是超级可爱,可能是我们最喜欢的房子。还有一个有趣的螺旋楼梯和阁楼。有很多方便的网点,我们不知道会有什么,所以没有问题。这也是令人惊讶的,但真的很高兴有一个空调。这是一个很好的距离特拉弗斯市/其他繁忙的地区,所以你感觉被删除,但你不是太远,以享受很多时间在那里。加上驱动器是美丽的。 凯蒂也是一个很好的主持人!我们拥有了我们所需要的一切,但是我们也拥有足够的空间。总而言之,我们爱这个地方,一定会回来的!

This cabin is perfect. We don't have a single negative complaint. Quaint, cozy, everything we didn't anticipate we needed was there too. Katie was so helpful and flexible with our arrival time, and her animals are the coolest. We plan on staying here next time we are in T.C. You'd be stupid not to stay here!

Nice, quiet and charming cabin..exactly as described.. close drive to Traverse city. Katie was a perfect host and she gave clear cut directions and had no trouble finding the place. Thanks so much

Katies house was great!! Super cute, but a bit tiny in the loft if you're tall. I loved that you could see the horse out the window every morning and I was greeted by the cutest little dog!! The house was comfortable with ample space to put food and other belongings. The hosts were very quick to respond to any messages or concerns!

Great weekend getaway! Quiet cabin with some friendly animals as neighbors - my favorite part. Katie was very accommodating and prepared for our stay. Highly recommend!

It's really cool to live in here. Enjoy it.

If you're looking to experience traverse city but still come back and have a relaxing comfortable place to stay, look no further this place is perfect!

Roxi was a very friendly and helpful host. She made us feel at home and made sure we knew where things were in case we wanted to make food or drinks in the kitchen and even had the option of using the lovely bathtub upstairs or shower downstairs. The room and bathroom were very private and bed was super comfortable. The house is in a beautiful rural setting with a lovely outdoor relaxation area and pool.

The place had very rustic feel outside the home and the bedroom needed a little airing out but the bathroom was nice.

Lovely rural setting with lots of collectibles to decorate. No a/c, so hot summer days can be a bit warm til the evening cools down. Charming hosts.

Mark and Roxi were gracious hosts. They made sure we were comfortable and respected our privacy. This is a great place if you would like a Less expensive option to explore TC

Roxi & Mark's place is a litter slice of heaven out in the country but close enough to Traverse City, Sleepy Bear Dunes and all the marvels of N Michigan. Their house is a bounty of arts that make a picturesque quiet farmhouse from the late 1800s into a museum. The upstairs bedroom is very spacious and the large bathroom with a full tub was very welcoming. I will definitely come back again and again.

I am a long term member of airbnb, having rented many different properties through the years, & This is one of the nicest Guest experiences that I have ever had. A lovely country setting. Extremely comfortable. An Easy drive into Traverse City &, i couldn't imagine Nicer or more accommodating Hosts than Mark & Roxie. My Review is stellar on all counts because they deserve it. As the airbnb community experiences growth and natural change, It is my hope that each of us in the Airbnb community, ie. , Guests & Hosts - continue to maintain the core standards & values as well as Mark & Roxie are doing!

The home is pretty close to town, probably like 15 min. Close to a casino about 20 min away. Close grocery stores and gas stations. Neighborhood/location is quiet. Being right next to the river is amazing. The tubes and kayaks that are there were soooo fun to use. Ping pong and basketball was fun for the guys. There are also some board games that kept our group entertained at night. Only thing I would change if I could is to be able to have a fire pit outside. Gas grill is very nice as well. Would definitely recommend. Very nice cottage. Views were impeccable.

The property is absolutely beautiful! The house sits right on the river and is furnished very nicely on the inside. The owners clearly take pride in their home and it showed. It was truly a treat to stay in this cottage. However, I will say for such an expensive cleaning fee and very over priced compared to others you ask to much out of your guests upon checkout. We in no way would leave a cottage in shambles but I also shouldn't be given a list upon checkout of cleaning tasks such as emptying garbage cans, stripping beds, cleaning counters, etc. It was a spoiler to the end of our trip. A 10:00am check out is also way to early. Lastly, wifi should not be advertised since it is not available. Once check out time is adjusted, they remove the cleaning duties and lower the fee, and the checkout time is adjusted this is a must stay cabin!!

Never having used airbnb before I didn't know what to expect or what we were going to get. Samantha has made a believer out of me! This house was awesome. The location was awesome. And all of the fun toys that it came with were awesome. If you have ever stayed in or near Traverse City you will find that a lot of the lodging that is offered is out of date and old and expensive! Samantha has done a phenomenal job at making it light and airy, Not dark and dingy like so many lake houses are. It was also at such a great value. Our friends and family couldn't believe that we got this phenomenal place with all the toys for much less than what you will pay for a hotel room. Also if using someone's linens and kitchen items (like pots, pans, plates, and silverware) make you Leary no need to worry because they all seem to be fairly new! When I'm at a hotel room I feel like I don't want to touch the blankets or the floor. But this place was clean and you will feel very comfortable. We thought it was a pretty cool idea that this house came with the kayaks and the row boat but we just weren't sure how much we would use them. We ended up using them 5-6 out of the 8 days we stayed there. This lake is crystal clear. You can see the bottom from even the middle of the lake. It's beautiful and peaceful. It was perfect for kayaking and relaxing since it's a no-wake lake. With it being the end of September when we visited it was cooler and wet (rained 3 days we were up there) but having the portable fire pit was perfect. In the morning we would put it in front of the porch swing and sip our coffee. We toted it down to the beach at night where we enjoyed some s'mores. The only thing I was a little surprised about was the beach area. I didn't notice it while looking at the pics but looking at them now it's def there...but there is a small (and I mean small) road in between the house and the beach. This is not heavily travelled by cars but you will meet a handful of neighbors while they are taking their daily walks :) So don't let this deter you. It is of minor consequence when you get there and you see the layout. But thought it was worth mentioning. Although the beach area is of decent size I was expecting something a little different than what it was. I think I was expecting an open, large and expansive beach. However, it seems framed in. Again, this shouldn't serve as a deterrent but just to help better understand what you are getting. With all of this said I would hands down rent this place again! We have told friends and family and have urged...

This was THE perfect spot for our mini traverse vacay! I can't say enough about it. The house was perfect and the lake is beautiful. We enjoyed the kayaks and paddle boat. The many windows in the house allows you to enjoy the morning with a cup of coffee (provided by the owners) with a great view. We had a bonfire every night in the pit on the patio area. Also, the neighbors are very nice. We definitely plan on coming back! Thank you Samantha!

It was a great stay and having the water near by and able to use the kayaks and other toys was a great plus! Would definitely stay again!

Great place for a relaxing weekend. Great location. Beautiful, peaceful setting. Wished we had a chance to venture out on the lake. The swing on the front porch is nice. Have to watch out for the steps up to the house, don't get too distracted by the gorgepus view of the lake. Wonderful stay.

Beautiful house, great location! This area is very quiet, perfect for those who need to get some rest and relax, but close enough to Traverse City that it is just a short drive to great restaurants and shopping. Samantha was easily reached with a question we had, and very responsive. The house itself is very clean, and feels new with the updates she has made. We are very grateful for being able to stay here, and hope to return on future trips!

Samantha's place fit our group of 10 perfectly and was everything we thought it would be! Very clean and cozy, close to Traverse City which was great and loved the lake access, not to mention Samantha allowing us to use her kayaks and paddle board. I would highly recommend staying here, such a great value! Samantha is a phenomenal host and was very accommodating to our always changing plans and answered my questions promptly. Great experience overall!

My husband and I stayed in this quaint little cabin for a couple nights. The cabin was just the right size and the location was perfect. We were very close to Traverse City and had a lot of fun exploring the area. It was so nice to come back to this peaceful location after a long day in the city. Listening to the creek while sitting by the fire was just what my husband and I needed to unwind. Conni was very accommodating and generous, she made sure to check in with us a few times to be sure our needs were being met. I would recommend this place to anyone that is going to be in the Traverse City area. We will definitely do it again if we ever end up in that part of Michigan in the future!

We loved staying in Constance's cabin! It is located right on the river with an amazing view, and only a 20 minute drive from downtown TC. It was clean, and the air mattress was comfortable. The indoor fireplace was a nice touch and really warmed the entire room on a chilly night. I would definitely recommend this cabin to anyone visiting the TC area!

She went above and beyond, even returning my left item no charge.

Amazing experience! Connie was so kind and generous. I had fresh water, soda, and even cherries in the cabin waiting for me! I'm already trying to find a time to come back to enjoy more time at the cabin!!

Wishing we could have spent more than two nights in this sweet cabin. For the price of a cheap motel room this cabin is a little piece of secluded riverfront paradise in a very convenient location to TC and family we visited near Torch Lake. Sitting on the little river porch with morning coffee and drinking delicious natural spring water were highlights. Constance even left us some amazing local craft beer. Everything we wanted and then some!

My family had a great time. The place was clean and quaint. Perfect for a weekend getaway. We are looking forward to going back next year!

We loved the cabin! It was very clean and the location was perfect. Great host and we were pleasantly surprised when we pulled up. We already want to go back!

Constance's Place was so much more than expected! It is perfect for a romatic weekend getaway, with more of a camping feel. It feels secluded even though you are near others. It was quiet, and the stars were beautiful! There is a porta-potty which is well managed, and a well water stream as well. The cabin itself is very clean, with a refrigerator, coffee maker, gas fireplace, chairs, air mattress, table, and a portable electric stove. There is room for other tents, a step to get into the river, and a bon fire ring. Constance was wonderful with communication. Very flexible, and so easy to talk to. She always responded quickly. We had so much fun! We hung around the cabin, and enjoyed the nature, as well as explored downtown Traverse City (about 15 min). We also went to sleeping bear dunes which was only a 45 minute drive. Altogether, great trip, great locale and beautiful views!

Thank you so much for your great hospitality! Our small bachelorette weekend was a blast and staying here made it that much better. The cabin met our expectations above and beyond! Pictures don't do it justice. Only regret we had was that we only booked for one night. We would have loved to stay longer! Thank you!

Great little getaway in the woods. Slept a small group of friend just fine. Would be great for a small family vacation or couples getaway. Pool table was a great addition. Didn't interact with the hosts much, but they were very polite and accommodating. I would definitely stay here again.

Lovely location and fun. We especially enjoyed the quietness and the amenities- full kitchen and pool table. The roads were dirt but in great shape. The surroundings were beautifully maintained. The cabin was reasonably close to the downtown and beaches. We found the venue a great value.

Great location and great value!

We had a fantastic time on our trip! This was not our first experience with Airbnb. Our accommodations were perfect for a short get away. If you are searching for a place that is not directly in downtown Traverse city this place is perfect. It is about a 20 minute drive to downtown. Their place was clean and the owners were extremely nice. We couldn't have asked for a nicer place.

Great spot a short distance from Traverse City. Nice and quiet with awesome amenities. Would absolutely stay again.

Ellen was super friendly and very helpful as my sister and I coordinated our stay. Their place was clean, big, and was better than we expected! We would definitely stay there again.

Ellen & Larry are great. The accommodation is everything and more than the ad describes. I definitely recommend it and will be going back.

Katy and Dennis are our new role models! Very kind and interesting couple, and beautiful home that they built themselves 40 yrs ago. Katy baked us a delicious cake, we learned some cool local history, and we had a great night's sleep. Thanks for your hospitality!

There were so many things that were done well, the coffee, water in the fridge, plenty of towels, toiletries, a/c, the gas grill and utensils. We didn't use the bikes or kayaks but appreciated that they were there. Instructions were great and access was easy.

Listing accurately matched the cabin, worked great for our group over a long weekend. Thomas was great in his communication and ensured a smooth and enjoyable stay.

Toms cottage was great. Newly updated and very clean. Scenery was beautiful. We loved the deck and the lake. Would highly recommend his place.

Great place, great host, would stay here again in a minute!

Simply amazing! We drove up from Ohio to run the Bayshore 1/2 marathon and found this gem on airbnb. It was about a 20 drive into Traverse City but other than the race we stayed on the lake most of the stay. It was wonderful to have the kayaks available for use. The house is so cute and clean. Super impressed with everything. This was my first time using AirBnB and it was a wonderful experience. We would totally come back for another visit. Thank you Tom!

We loved this house! I came with 6 of my friends for a girls trip. It's clean, updated, and has a beautiful deck and yard. We loved the lake and the quiet location. The house was the perfect place. Highly recommend.

We loved the view on the lake, the samples in the bathroom -even a toothbrush I have been happy to find since I forgot mine! The location is great! We were 4 adults and 4 kids under 5years old and that fitted!

This was a quaint little house on a lake with much to offer, like kayaking, biking, hiking, etc. We had a great stay in a quiet place in the woods.

Christine was an amazing host! The little touches she had were a great addition (snacks, breakfast foods, water, and etc.) Would definitely recommend to anyone, we loved it made it feel like home!

我们绝对爱在这里我们留。野营是美丽和克里斯使得其非常欢迎。它带给我们惊喜,她怎么出去她的方式,以确保你有你可能想要的一切。新鲜鸡蛋和早餐食品,她提供这么好的。我个人喜欢能够看出来的阳台门,观鸡到处乱跑,或出方在牧场马。这是额外的特殊当克里斯的同意,我得给马苹果。我和老公已经不能更快乐,我们一定会再回来!感谢一切克里斯!

Wonderful experience. Truly memorable. I plan to come back just to stay here again. Christine made us feel at home.

克里斯蒂娜是一个伟大的主人谁是容易沟通,做了一切可能,使我们的逗留愉快。我们享受新鲜当地的水果,她为我们准备并在院子里露营篝火真的很有趣!谢谢,克里斯蒂娜!

恭的位置很适合我们。我们需要在特拉弗斯城的婚礼,但我们真的不想留在城市。而且,有三个人,所以我们没得有2个酒店房间。拖车是相当新的,所以一切都在真正的好状态,很干净,床很舒服。这些照片是非常准确的。它是如此高兴有所有可用的早餐食品 - 包括她的鸡鲜鸡蛋,还有新鲜的水果,果汁。等等。这是伟大的不是必须去商店7 hour道路跳闸后。我们也非常喜欢有自行车骑,而火坑/露营椅,柴火等天气是完美的休憩,享受着明星和我们的旅行一天之后只是放松。可以改进的唯一事情是水的压力。这是非常低,一个缓慢的/长淋浴。也许挂车泵系统应该用来改进它。克里斯汀非常包容作为女主人和Glamping在特拉弗斯市的路要走。

在住房车是完美的。我会做一遍,并强烈推荐它。它上面停留在对于两倍或三倍的价格的酒店之一飞跃。而从第一手经验,比大多数甚至更好!可悲的是,我们没有大量的时间来充分享受农场,但它很适合我们的需要。我们喜欢的农场新鲜鸡蛋和克里斯是令人难以置信的沟通,并提供了使我们的住宿精彩这么多的设施!而当我们没有一个铁为我们的礼服的衣服,她甚至给我们带来了一个!神奇的地方。

If you are looking for great service with a unique experience you must give this a try! This was by far better service than I have had at any hotel. A very memorable part of my family's vacation!

Christine was above and beyond the best hostess and provided the cleanest most comfortable accommodations! Great location comfortable and clean private quite place to stay with most beautiful friendly horses

Our cabin was just what we needed. Perfect for a romantic getaway!

Harold's Resort is located in a great spot; in the country, on a lake, but close to town! It was everything we thought it would be. No surprises.

This cabin provided a cozy, lakeside experience. It was very clean and well-kept.

Harold's Resort is the perfect place for anyone who wants to spend some time in nature & unwind. My boyfriend & I were in cabin 4, the cabin was just as described, we had a hot tub & a fire place! We have already recomended it to several of our friends.

Kathy was very sweet and accommodating. It was a beautiful getaway spot. Perfect for those you love the outdoors.

Such a cozy little cabin! The view of the lake is beautiful and the area is very peaceful. Check-in was easy and Kathy was very nice and accommodating!

This was our first airbnb experience and Erik and his beautiful home made it such a fantastic experience. Erik was so helpful and made the reservation and stay so easy. The accommodations were clean and beautiful. The house itself is just perfect for an up-north stay, in the heart of gorgeous forests, quiet, beautiful river and bonfire bit in the backyard. Perfect place to unplug, connect with family and enjoy memories and the sights, smells and sounds of northern Michigan. We would all go back in a heartbeat and I would highly recommend a stay here if in the area.

We had a great experience with this rental. It was a very clean and maintained cabin. The setting is very peaceful. You are surrounded by wilderness and are for the most part secluded from any neighbors except for the occassional fly fisher or kayaker on the river running behind the house. There are several trails close by we biked and hiked but we spent most of our time on the deck and around the firepit. The wired speakers on the porch were an added bonus. The kitchen is very well equipped and very spacious. It is a little bit of a trek to downtown but worth the drive to be in the setting that comes along with this cabin. The host is very thorough and provided us with any detail we may have needed. He made sure to check up throughout our stay to make sure everything in the cabin was running smoothly. I would highly recommend staying here if you are looking for a true rustic wilderness experience.

Great log cabin on the river! We enjoyed many nights by the campfire, roasting marshmallows and star gazing. The cabin was the perfect home base for our family's first trip to northern Michigan.

This place is magnificent and exceeded our expectations. The log cabin is very clean and is as described. The private river frontage with adjacent fire pit was fantastic. The remote location gave us the feeling we wanted; secluded bush environment. Yet it was only a short drive to downtown Traverse City. Erik the host was excellent and communicated all the details of the stay very clearly. We would stay again!

The log cabin home by the river was exactly that and it was beautiful weekend spent with great friends! The kitchen was a dynamite part where we made pizza together one night and then all gathered around the table and laughed til we cried. The bonfire pit but the river was magical as we cozied up, told stories, and watched the night sky! This place is spacious, inviting, and Erik and his wife were more than helpful. When it stormed one night, Erik checked in to make sure the house was good and we were all safe and sound! I can't wait to return to Traverse City and I would surely go back to the cabin!

Great location, beautiful cabin. You'll have a great time here. I will be coming back!!

Erik is a great host. Communication is top notch. The cabin is fantastic. It is exactly what we were looking for. I will be referring this place to everyone that is looking for a private getaway. You won't be disappointed.

The weekend was wonderful and the cabin was as beautiful as the owner described. The directions were great and the owner kept in contact with us to insure everything was as expected. Our first try on Air BNB was worth the effort! I hope to come again.

The Songbird cottage "Rays Place" was the perfect setting for a larger group. Ray walked us through all of the important things we needed to know before our stay. The cottage was very clean and and very comfortable. The setting is about as peaceful as it gets. At night the silence is something to behold...Also something that if you plan on staying there to keep in mind. Don't be to loud. All the appliances stove, oven, microwave, gas grill, hot tub, television are in perfect working order, the AC is cold. One note, there is no cable TV and any over the air Hi-Def channels are non -existent. The cottage has two smart TV's and a very good wi-fi. We were able to stream via Apple TV/ Chromecast (bring your own) to the TV's with no problem. The smart TV itself has plenty of viewing options on it's own as well. You really do not need a TV in his great location. I would recommend this place to anyone with large group that has a great apreciation for chilling out and taking in the quintessential "Up North"experience.

Beautiful lake! My boys enjoyed fishing & frog catching all week! 15-20 minute drive to Traverse made this the perfect location!

Ray was a great host! Responded very quickly to all questions we had before our stay & during. We spent a weekend celebrating a bachelorette party- the place easily accommodated all 14 girls. Really enjoyed the large dining table- so we could all sit & enjoy meals/hang out together! The Spider Lake was beautiful- great viewer, very quiet. Overall a nice place to stay!

Ray was a fantastic host! The place is beautiful, and easily accommodated the 16 of us. The lake is great, gorgeous views. The house had fairly easy access to down town, only about a 20 minute cab ride away. I would recommend staying here to anyone, whether it be a few families getting together for the weekend or as in our case, a large group of friends from all over the Midwest. Thanks again Ray, a lot of memories were made this weekend!

Great neighborhood, accurate listing Pictures and amenities.

The property was absolutely beautiful, and the house fit our large group perfectly. The hot tub was a nice feature and a great way to relax at night looking at the stars. Ray was very responsive and answered any question I may have very quickly. Overall great stay and we'd love to come back in the summer to really utilize the property's beauty!

Ray has a beautiful house and our boys trip went great because of it. Ray was a great host and walked me through everything when we arrived. It is secluded minus the next door neighbor and isn't too far from downtown so it has the best of both worlds. Would definitely recommend!

We enjoyed our stay, and the cabin was big enough to accommodate 13 people. The very detailed description and pictures (PDF) on the host's personal website was very informative. Ray was helpful and responsive when necessary. Thanks.