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Halcyon House - Nearly waterfront at Long Lake!

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A bedroom with a bed, a ceiling fan, a large window, and a wooden door.
A living room with a leather sofa, a bean bag, and a dining table.
A single-story house with a covered patio, a lawn, and a tree.
A wooden staircase with a skylight, a window with purple curtains, and a painting on the wall.
A living room with a sectional sofa, a flat-screen TV, a ceiling fan, and a large window with curtains.

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10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms3 bathrooms3200 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

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Traverse City, MI
  • Place, beach near Taylor Park
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, beach near Gilbert Park
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Gilbert Park
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Airport, Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪19 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Traverse City

When you stay at this vacation home in Traverse City, you'll be on a lake, within a 15-minute drive of Lake Michigan and Front Street. .This family-friendly vacation home is 15.6 mi (25.1 km) from Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore and 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from Bullhead Lake Natural Area.

What's nearby

  • beach near Taylor Park - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • beach near Gilbert Park - 19 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Gilbert Park - 19 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Whelock Lake - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Front Street - 13 min drive - 9.9 miles

Getting around

  • Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Buffalo Wild Wings - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Halcyon House - Nearly waterfront at Long Lake!

Welcome to Halcyon House, a beautifully maintained five-bedroom, three-bath vacation home ideally located across the street from Taylor Park on scenic Long Lake and just minutes from downtown Traverse City. With over 3,000 square feet of living space, this home is designed for families and groups seeking comfort, convenience, and a true Up North experience. Enjoy entertainment options like smart TV, air hockey, ping pong, games, puzzles, books, and basketball, or head to the beach.

At Halcyon House, you can take advantage of nearly all the benefits of a lakefront stay — for an off-lakefront rate!
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-- THE PROPERTY –
Private | Convenient
5 BR/3 BA | 3000 Sq Ft

Sleeping Arrangements (Sleeps 10)

Main Level (5 Bedrooms, 3 Bathrooms):
Bedroom 1 - King bed
Bedroom 2 - Queen bed
Bedroom 3 - Queen bed
Bedroom 4 - 2 Twin beds
Bedroom 5 - Queen-sized futon
Bathroom 1 - Full - Shower/tub combo, sink, toilet
Bathroom 2 - Full - Shower, sink, toilet
Bathroom 3 - Full - Shower, sink, toilet
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-- INDOOR LIVING –

KITCHEN: Refrigerator, stovetop, oven, microwave, air fryer, toaster, crockpot, drip + pod coffee makers, electric tea kettle, blender, cooking essentials, baking essentials.

Central air conditioning/heat
High speed WiFi
Washer & dryer
Hair dryers

Main level - Family gathering space
Open concept, multiple living spaces
Comfortable sectional and reclining couches
Smart TVs & DVD Player
Books & board games

Lower level - Game room
Game room with ping pong and air hockey

This property is pet-friendly, and that means pet hair is inevitable. We contract professional cleaners after every stay and they do their absolute best for us. Please be forgiving if it's not perfect.
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-- OUTDOOR LIVING –

Furnished patio
Gas grill
Spacious yard
Fire pit and seating
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-- EXPLORE NORTHERN MICHIGAN –

The home’s location is one of its best features - Taylor Park public beach is just across the street, offering swimming, picnic tables, charcoal grills, beach volleyball, and a dock. Gilbert Park boat launch is less than half a mile away for easy lake access. There is pull-through boat trailer parking. Tennis and pickleball courts are also nearby at Long Lake Township Park. Long Lake Grocery is right next door.

10 minutes to downtown Traverse City
15 minutes to Interlochen Center for the Arts
20 minutes to Cherry Capital Airport
30 minutes to Sleeping Bear Dunes
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-- PARKING --
Parking for up to 5 vehicles between the garage and driveways.
No street parking is permitted.
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-- ACCESSIBILITY –
Stairs - this home is full of stairs. The entry is a little landing. You must go up a few stairs or down a few stairs to access parts of the home.
This home is not wheelchair accessible
There are two shower stalls
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-- WATER FEATURES –
Nearby public water access - Long Lake, across the street at Taylor Park
Boat launch - there is a boat launch just down the street at Gilbert Park
4 Kayaks and paddles are provided
1 Standup paddleboard
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-- REST EASY WITH US–
Northland Vacation Rentals welcomes you to unwind, relax, and settle into vacation mode. We take pride in maintaining clean, comfortable homes and are committed to ensuring a great stay. If any issue arises, our friendly team is available 24/7 to assist with urgent needs.
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-- POLICIES –

No smoking
Dogs permitted with prior approval
No parties, events, or large gatherings
No fireworks
Minimum age to book: 25 years old
Day guests are not permitted without management approval
Due to liability, township rules, and insurance policies. Maximum capacity must not be exceeded at any time (strictly enforced and randomly checked)
Quiet enjoyment of the property is required; Quiet hours: 10:00 PM–8:00 AM
Photo ID may be required at check-in
Additional taxes and fees may apply

Refer to rental agreement for full house rules and policy details.
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-- INCLUDED STARTER SUPPLIES –

All linens and towels are provided. Beach towels are not provided.

Firewood is not provided but is readily available locally.

Propane for grills is provided.

A starter set of the following is provided:
Paper towel
Toilet paper
Garbage bags
Hand soap
Dish soap and/or dishwasher tabs
Coffee & filters
Laundry detergent
Shampoo/conditioner/soap

Depending on your stay length, you may need to purchase additional supplies. Some amenities—such as docks and grills—are seasonal and not guaranteed. If a specific item is important to your stay, please contact management in advance.

STR License #: STR008938
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private patio. A Smart television along with a DVD player are provided for your entertainment. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
Make use of convenient amenities, which include an arcade/game room and barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Kayak
  • Table tennis
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 3,200 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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

Property is also known as

3213-278984

Halcyon House - Nearly waterfront at Long Lake! Reviews

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Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 3 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 3 reviews

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Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice, roomy house in an excellent location. Two living areas and a basement game room allowed everyone to spread out. Easy drive to Traverse City or Sleeping Bear. Lots of trails close by and across the street from Long Lake. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
There is so much room in this house. We had 8 adults and 2 children. The game room was fun. The back deck was used often. Very spacious and had plenty of seating available. Our family had a great time.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
great location easy to get to everywhere we wanted to go, house very clean and had everything we needed. photos on line are accurate. only thing I see as improvementis outside front and back decks were messy ad landscape needs worked on.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026