3BR cottage on SE Lake Leelanau with private beach, marina and playground! | Cottage in Traverse City

10.0 (4 Reviews) |   3 Bedrooms  1 Bathroom  7 Guests
Traverse City Cottage | 3BR cottage on SE Lake Leelanau with private beach, marina and playground!

3 Bedroom Cottage in Traverse City

Welcome to Leelanau Lake Escape – Your Ideal Northern Michigan Getaway!
Nestled just 200 feet from the pristine shores of South Lake Leelanau, this charming 3-bedroom, 1-bath cottage is the perfect retreat for families or groups of friends. Whether you seek relaxation on the lake or adventure in the stunning Leelanau County or Grand Traverse region, this cottage offers the best of both worlds.
Family-Friendly Resort
Step outside to enjoy over 400 feet of private lakefront, a sandy beach, a marina with individual boat slip, and plenty of space for water activities like kayaking, jet skiing, or swimming. Spend your days lounging by the water, building sandcastles, or playing lawn games. In the evening, enjoy a bonfire and make memories around one of three shared fire pits with breathtaking sunset views.
In addition to the private beach and marina, West Wind Resort offers a playground, basketball court, and expansive green space. The shallow shoreline is ideal for young children, and beach toys and lawn games are provided for added fun.
Please note: you must cross the private driveway to get to the lake and beach area.
Inviting Interior for Relaxation & Entertainment
Inside, the 1,200+ sq. ft. cottage offers a cozy living room with a gas fireplace and a futon for extra sleeping space. The newly renovated kitchen is fully stocked, perfect for preparing meals or gathering around the dining table (seating for 8) for game nights. With three bedrooms (1 king, 2 queen beds), high-speed WiFi, and a smart TV for streaming, you’ll have everything you need for both comfort and fun.
Explore, Discover, and Unwind
Located just minutes from downtown Traverse City, Leland, Suttons Bay, Glen Arbor, and Northport which are packed with quaint shops, art galleries, and delicious restaurants. From the Sleeping Bear Dunes and Leelanau Peninsula Wine Trail to biking, hiking, golfing and shopping, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
Multiple nearby access points to a 17-mile paved bike trail (TART trail) connecting Traverse City and Suttons Bay, many wineries, breweries, and restaurants, including Farm Club, Paradise Cove, Jacob's Farm, Hop Lot Brewing Company, and many more.
Perfect for Every Season
Whether you’re tubing, snowshoeing, or skiing in the winter or enjoying the lake and bike trails in summer, there’s always something to do. Our heated cottage is a peaceful winter retreat, perfect for cozying up by the fire after a day of outdoor adventures. Central AC and new furnace installed in 2025.
The cottage is available for weekly rentals during the summer (Saturday to Saturday) and offers flexible stays (short- and long-term) during the off-season.
Additional Information
Parking for up to 2 vehicles plus space for boat trailers.
Essentials like towels, linens, soaps, and starter paper products are provided.
Outdoor beach supplies, including chairs, beach toys, and umbrella are included.
Gas grill, picnic tables, and outdoor seating are ready for your cookout or relaxed evenings.
Escape to Leelanau Lake and create memories that will last a lifetime. Book your stay today!

3BR cottage on SE Lake Leelanau with private beach, marina and playground! is located in Traverse City. 3BR cottage on SE Lake Leelanau with private beach, marina and playground! provides accommodation, featuring Balcony/Terrace, Security/Safety, Ocean View, among other amenities. This Cottage features Balcony/Terrace, Security/Safety, Ocean View, to make your stay a comfortable one.

3BR cottage on SE Lake Leelanau with private beach, marina and playground! has 3 Bedrooms , 1 Bathroom, and max occupancy of 7 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated Cottage because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this Cottage, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. Cottage has a friendly neighborhood, and the Traverse City has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the Cottage in Traverse City, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.

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Amenities

Air Conditioner
Parking
TV
View
Ocean View
Balcony/Terrace
Security/Safety
Sports/Activities
Bedding/Linens
Wellness Facilities
Fireplace/Heating
Entertainment
Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
Child Friendly
Internet
Kitchen

Facility Overview

Air Conditioner
  • Heating
  • Air conditioning
Bathrooms
  • Towels provided
  • Shampoo
  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
Bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Dining table
  • Dining room
  • Living room
  • Fireplace
Kitchen
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Microwave
  • Stovetop
  • Refrigerator
  • Oven
  • Spices
  • Dishwasher
  • Lobster/crab pot
Laundry
  • Near laundromat
Ocean view
  • Beach towels
  • Beach sun loungers
Parking
  • Onsite parking
Pet Friendly
  • No pets allowed
Accessibility
  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevators
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property
Activities
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water park
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Basketball nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
Entertainment
  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV
General
  • Energy-saving switches
  • Unit size: 1200 sq ft (112 sq m)
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • English
  • Near a hospital
  • On the lake
  • Near a health or beauty spa
Guest Services
  • Travel crib
  • Children's games
  • Playground
  • Children's books
  • Children's toys
  • Children's dinnerware
Internet
  • Free WiFi
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio
  • Gas grill
  • Garden
  • Firepit
Security/Safety
  • First aid kit
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
Skiing
  • Cross-country skiing and snowboarding nearby

Policies

Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 pm minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 am
Child Policy
Children are welcome.
Event Policy
No events allowed
Pet Policy
Pets not allowed
Smoking Policy
Smoking is not permitted

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 host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property long-term renters welcome onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed 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

Reviews

Diana M.
Sep 30, 2025 07:20:04 AM
Review Score:   10
Summary: The property was beautiful, very clean, and the beds were very comfortable. The towels were soft and fluffy, too! The fireplace was cozy and the lighting was soft and soothing. I would stay here again in a heartbeat!
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