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Arbutus Lake l Sauna l Firepit l Close to TC!

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A modern kitchen with a large window, a coffee maker, and a sink.
A coastal landscape with a clear view of the ocean, a sandy beach, and a forested hillside.
A clear swimming pool surrounded by rocks, with a wooden deck and benches, overlooking a lake with boats.
A modern living room with two grey sofas, a blue door, and large windows with a view of greenery.
A small, single-story house with a dark green front door, white siding, and a mailbox.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2300 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Traverse City, MI
  • Place, Forest Lakes
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Arbutus Lake
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, beach near Barbeau Drive
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪13 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Traverse City

With a stay at this cabin in Traverse City, you'll be on the beach, within a 15-minute drive of Traverse City Beach and Forest Lakes. .This beach cabin is 9.6 mi (15.5 km) from Lake Michigan and 10.7 mi (17.2 km) from Front Street.
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What's nearby

  • Forest Lakes - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Arbutus Lake - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • beach near Barbeau Drive - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • beach near Arbutus Lake - 4 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Front Street - 15 min drive - 11.7 miles

Getting around

  • Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪J & S Hamburg - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Peegeo's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Kingsley Local Brewing - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪K.I. Bar & Grill - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Arbutus Lake l Sauna l Firepit l Close to TC!

Enjoy a peaceful fall escape at Arbutus Lake! This cozy cottage is the perfect place to slow down, reconnect, and take in the beauty of northern Michigan. Spend your days exploring colorful hiking trails and local wineries, then return to relax beneath the tall pines or enjoy a quiet evening around your private fire pit.



🍂 310 ft walk to the resort’s private sandy beachfront for waterfront views, fishing & relaxing

🚤 Pontoon, paddleboard & kayak rentals (seasonal availability)

🛁 Shared hot soaking tub & sauna (open May 1st–September 30th, 9am–9pm)

🌅 Private deck and fire pit for cozy autumn evenings

❤️ Perfect for couples, families & pet-friendly getaways

🍷 Near scenic hiking trails, wineries & fall activities

📍 20 minutes to downtown Traverse City

🌳 50 minutes to Sleeping Bear Dunes



Book your fall getaway and enjoy some well-deserved time to relax, recharge, and reconnect on Arbutus Lake!



Your Cozy Fall Retreat on Arbutus Lake!



This updated cottage blends modern comforts with rustic charm, creating the perfect setting for a relaxing northern Michigan getaway. Whether you're looking to reconnect, recharge, or simply enjoy a change of scenery, this cozy retreat has everything you need. Enjoy crisp mornings surrounded by colorful fall foliage, explore nearby wineries and hiking trails, and spend your evenings gathered around your private fire pit beneath the stars. Wi-Fi is available, but the peaceful lake atmosphere makes it easy to unplug and enjoy the moment.



★ LIVING ROOM ★

✔ Smart TV – stream your favorite shows or catch a game

✔ Comfortable sofa – the perfect spot to relax after a day of exploring



★ BEDROOM ★

✔ Single queen bed - sleeps 2



★ DINING & KITCHEN ★

Everything you need to prepare and enjoy meals together!

✔ Table with seating for 2

✔ Appliances: Refrigerator, four-burner gas stove, oven, microwave, toaster and drip coffee maker

✔ Coffee & tea bar with cream and sugar

✔ Basic cookware, dishware and cooking, dining and grilling utensils provided

✔ Kitchen towels, salt, pepper, non-stick spray, paper towels and garbage bags

✔ Camp-style charcoal BBQ grill outside your cottage (bring lighter, charcoal and lighter fluid)



★ BATHROOM ★

Fresh, clean, and fully stocked for your stay.

✔ Single vanity and walk-in tiled shower

✔ Stocked with towels, washcloths, hand towels, bath mats, hair dryer, shampoo, conditioner, body wash, hand soap, toilet paper, tissues, air freshener spray and basic first aid kit



★ DECK ★

✔ Enjoy your morning coffee surrounded by tall pines, peaceful woodland scenery, and a refreshing autumn lake breeze.



★ ENTERTAINMENT ★

✔ Living room Smart TV with cable included

✔ Use your own login to access a variety of streaming apps

✔ Wi-Fi internet connection



★ SHARED RESORT AMENITIES ★

🚤 Pontoon, paddleboard & kayak rentals (seasonal availability)

🛁 Hot soaking tub & sauna (open May 1st–September 30th, 9am–9pm)

🏖 Sandy swimming beach & waterfront lounging space

🎣 Docks for boat parking (first come, first served) and fishing

🪑 Waterfront patio with picnic tables

🔥 Bonfire area

🌳 Large Connect Four game

Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned cabin, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private patio. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a Smart television is provided for your entertainment. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities including a hot tub and a sauna.
Guests will find features like onsite parking.

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach loungers

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub
  • Sauna

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Water sports equipment

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Deadbolt lock
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 300 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

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
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

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Arbutus Lake l Sauna l Firepit l Close to TC! Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 25 out of 33 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 33 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 33 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 33 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 33 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
Quiet location with nice views
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This unit was the perfect getaway for two people. It was close to Traverse City, but we loved our time out of town on the lake. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Booked for my husband and I for our 10th anniversary. The location was great. The hot tub and sauna were amazing. Great host on site.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute little property tucked into the woods. The beach and amenities are shared spaces. Serene lake, close to Traverse City.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Great location. The lake was amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Good place

Good place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Birthday Trip

We had a great two night stay, was perfect for us to bring our dog.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice quiet place

Relaxing setting that is an easy drive to down town.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great cabin for a weekend around Traverse City

Nice secluded cabin that is not too far from Traverse City or the Sleeping Bear Sand Dunes. Seems recently renovated, furnished with everything needed for a weekend stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Clean and quiet

Had a great stay. Cabin was clean and in a quiet area. Host was very responsive and pleasant.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend trip

Great place for my wife and I to spend the night for a weekend trip up north. Clean, cozy, and excellent communication from the property manager from start to finish.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful time at the property with our dogs. We rented the larger pontoon boat for the day and enjoyed the 5 lakes. It was beautiful.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great week!

We loved our week at Lake Arbutus. The day on the pontoon was the best! We also enjoyed a couple of days at the beach across from the state park.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute Arbutus Lake Cottage

Really enjoyed the pontoon we rented. Spent the whole day on the lake. Very close to the wineries and other Traverse City attractions.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great cozy lakeside stay

Property was very clean and cozy. Perfect if you want a very upgraded nature/camping feel in a quaint, modern 2 person cabin. Nestled in an extended cul-de-sac by a little lake. Very peaceful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Clean cabin with lake view and beach access

We enjoyed our stay at this cabin. It was clean and had a lake view from 2 windows and the patio. A/C cooled the entire cabin. Everyone was friendly.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Minimoon

My husband and I plus our dog stayed here for our minimoon and we had the best time! It was perfect for us 3 and it had a great view of the water and it was such a short little walk to sit near the water on a deck. It was so peaceful and our dog loved the location too! Would highly recommend :)!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Arbutus cabin

Lovely spot. Enjoyed kayaking, visiting family and the beaches of Grand Traverse Bay. Cabin clean, comfy, and cozy. Nice little kitchen. My only complaint was there is no place to hang a coat, open a suitcase, or put toiletries.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful and peaceful

This was a really cute place to stay for the weekend. Traverse City was close by but we ate local one of the days. I would say it was like a hotel room on the lake. The only reason for the 4 stars...the online listing was because it said it slept 50 and that the check in/out time was different then what it said.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute little cabin

We came up to Traverse City for winetasting and golf. This cute little cabin had everything we needed to relax at night and was only about 20-30 minutes from downtown. We walked over to the shared dock and enjoyed the lake every day. Other cabins in the area were under construction while we were there, but I like what the owners are doing with the place. The remodels look really nice and up-to-date. We had a small incident and owner was responsive and easy to work with.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Newly Remodeled & Nice Location

These units are nicely remodeled. The one we stayed in was smaller, but not too bad for just 2 of us. We rented a Pontoon for the day, felt the price was a bit high but we wanted to enjoy the lake so it was worth it. Unit was clean and well appointed. Thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend Getaway

My husband, our two dogs, and I stayed here during our weekend trip to Traverse City. This house is ~20 minutes from downtown TC, and the drive is super easy. The house is clean and accurately described. There are RV spots and other homes directly around this house, so it is very much a lake community vibe. It was very quiet all weekend and had no concerns with the people surrounding us. Perfect amount of space for 2 people and their pets.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

L Yow

Spare towels and extra blankets would be a good idea for longer/chilly nights.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our stay in this comfy little cabin. Updated kitchen and bath -- we especially liked the walk-in shower with soap, shampoo and conditioner dispensers, a convenient touch. Wish there had been a full couch in the living room and a few more hooks to hang clothing. BIG TV with a good picture. The development itself is nice and peaceful, with a small beach. Should note that to access it you walk down a series of stone steps with no handrail. Wasn't a problem for us but could be for those with mobility issues. Hot tub at the top of the stairs looked nice though we didn't use it. Beautiful view of the lake, including a partial one from the house's deck.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful

This little community of cabins are nicely spaced. Giving it a vacation oasis. Probably a group of 10. Some are still in the process of being updated. The finishes are so wonderfully modern. The bed is simple but oh so comfy. Slept like a baby. Woke refreshed. You can stay and chill or wonder out and come back to relax. The only thing missing was a larger frying pan and some hooks or coat rack at the front door for fall and winter. Definently enjoyed my stay
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023