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Leaning Pine: A Quiet Lakefront Cottage

Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and patio

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Nestled on Bass Lake, Leaning Pine cottage offers a serene escape with sunset views and a charming 1950s lake feel. Enjoy swimming, kayaking or fishing from the public boat launch across the street. Unwind in the screened-in breezeway or by the firepit under starry skies.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroom88 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

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About this property

Entire place

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

Leaning Pine: A Quiet Lakefront Cottage

(Permit: PSTR 24-043)
Charming Leaning Pine cottage on Bass Lake with sunset views, just minutes from Interlochen Center for the Arts. Two bedrooms. Sleeps two in the master and four in the guest or use our "bonus room" space. This home has been lovingly preserved and decorated to retain the 1950s lake cottage feel. Bass Lake is ideal for swimming, kayaking, fishing, or just quiet reflection. Public boat launch is straight across from us. Nicely wooded lot for that true "up north" feeling. Traverse City, Old Mission/Leelanau wineries, Sleeping Bear Dunes, and Frankfort are each about a half-hour drive.

We've added a lovely bench swing that faces the lake, between two tall pines; sit there in the morning with coffee for a slow "wake-up" or in the evening with wine to enjoy the sunset.

"We really enjoyed our week at this rental. The lake is quiet and great for fishing and kayaking. With the row boat, kayaks, fishing poles and grill included you can start enjoying the lake and outdoors immediately. The lake is shallow and safe for kids and dogs to swim. The description and photos are exactly what you get, no dishonesty or deception. Everything was great." -Mark, Clarkston, MI

Includes:
- Back deck with large picnic table and lakeview
- New dock and swim raft
- Rowboat/oars
- Two kayaks
- Charcoal grill
- Firepit
-Window AC in living room
- Fully furnished kitchen (no dishwasher)
- Washer/dryer
- Wood-burning fireplace
- Wireless internet (no cable)
- Screened-in breezeway
- Sheets and towels provided

No smoking.
Dogs allowed.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible parking space
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Limited housekeeping

Location highlights

  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Boat
  • Kayak

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 952 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:30 PM
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 are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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

This property does not have any lifts

Property is also known as

Leaning Pine A Quiet Lakefront
Leaning Pine A Quiet Lakefront Cottage
Leaning Pine: A Quiet Lakefront Cottage Interlochen
Leaning Pine: A Quiet Lakefront Cottage Private vacation home

About the area

Located in Interlochen, this holiday home is on a lake. Crystal Mountain and Kresge Auditorium are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Interlochen State Park and Ransom Lake Natural Area. Burnett Park and Great Wolf Lodge Water Park are also worth visiting. Visit our Interlochen travel guide
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Interlochen, MI

What's nearby

  • Unbelievable sunset tonight i was blessed to share with my wifey. Stunning views!
    Interlochen State Park
    10 min drive - 10.1 km
  • Interlochen Center for the Arts
    6 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Interlochen Golf Club
    9 min drive - 10.1 km
  • Kresge Auditorium
    10 min drive - 9.4 km
  • Inland Township Park
    12 min drive - 12.9 km

Getting around

  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    30 min drive

Restaurants

  • Dilbert's Cafe
    9 min drive
  • Oaky’s Tavern
    11 min drive
  • Wendy's
    11 min drive
  • Bradley’s Pub & Grille
    11 min drive
  • The Hofbrau
    10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Leaning Pine: A Quiet Lakefront Cottage pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

How much is parking at Leaning Pine: A Quiet Lakefront Cottage ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Leaning Pine: A Quiet Lakefront Cottage ?

Check-in begins at 3:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Leaning Pine: A Quiet Lakefront Cottage ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Leaning Pine: A Quiet Lakefront Cottage located?

Situated on a lake, this holiday home is within 6 miles (10 km) of Interlochen Center for the Arts, Kresge Auditorium and Interlochen Golf Club. Interlochen State Park and Crimson King Commons Area are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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Leaning Pine: A Quiet Lakefront Cottage Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 81 reviews

9.8

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

rosemary w.

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

Beautiful Bass Lake

If you are looking for a relaxing getaway - Look no further. Bass Lake provided a peaceful setting, swimmable lake, kayaking and more.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly V.

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

Beautiful Lake

This was a great property. Lake was beautiful. Enjoyed kayaking and taking in the peaceful beauty.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly V.

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

Quiet Lake Getaway

Very nice accommodations. Lake beautiful. House has fireplace as well. Lots of outdoor setting as well. Dock is wonderful as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

BRIAN W.

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

Peaceful Getaway

I thoroughly enjoyed my time at Leaning Pine. The clean accommodations and well-stocked amenities make for such a comfortable experience. The property is beautiful and makes for a great getaway from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. I would absolutely return.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim C.

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

Lovely, peaceful, nostalgic

What a perfectly quintessential "Up North" lake cottage -- a gorgeous spot on a peaceful lake and a great mix of classic 50s nostalgia sprinkled with modern comforts. We left rested and rescharged after a couple of days of slowing the world down at this sweet little spot.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shawn K.

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

Wonderful!

Everything about Leaning Pine can be described as wonderful! The cabin, the property, the amenities, the view, the location. Our family enjoyed every minute! The only downside was that we couldn’t stay longer. Thank you to the owners for allowing our family to enjoy such a beautiful and peaceful place. We all needed a peaceful break from the daily routine and this was perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Genevieve W.

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

Restorative getaway

Sun, sand, starry skies and peaceful waters...ahhh. We relaxed and recharged from a hectic city summer every minute of our three-day stay here. Loved the retro feel and modern amenities of this comfortable, cozy, well-stocked and quiet home. Host was communicative and we appreciated the notes about nearby restaurants and attractions. Thank you for helping us make some great memories!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy M.

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

Rejuvenate, Regenerate, Restore

I brought my family to this wonderful home after a summer session at Interlochen as a break before transitioning back to the high speed pace of the school year schedule. The home was clean and comfortable, we enjoyed rowing the boat on the beautiful lake, as well as the quiet surroundings. We will definitely return.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan S.

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

Relaxing Up North Lake Cottage

The house is exactly how it is described and shown online. We stayed for four nights - loved watching the sun set at night and rise in the morning. The outdoor picnic table was very appreciated as we ate all of our meals there. We loved the kayaks and my kids loved jumping off the dock. The fire pit was great to sit around at night. The kitchen is very well-stocked which we also appreciated. Sleeping Bear Dunes was only 40 minutes away; Traverse City was 30 min! Totally recommend this house!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashley R.

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

Great family getaway

Enjoyed fishing, kayaking, swimming off the dock. All three kids slept comfortably in the bunk bedroom. My daughters were delighted with the pink bathroom! The large windows gave wonderful views overlooking the lake. Furniture was comfortable with many seating options in the house and on the property. We took a day to visit sleeping bear dunes (only a 30 minute drive) but otherwise stayed at the house and enjoyed the lake. I was very satisfied with the comfort and cleanliness during our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angela F.

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

Relaxing and peaceful

Beautiful! This little lake in the woods is the perfect setting to escape from the everyday hustle and stress. Kayaking, swimming, fishing, and sunsets make for a perfect day and evenings around the campfire or playing boardgames on the deck keep the fun going into the night. The house is charming and comfortable with plenty of space for everyone and the stunning view of the lake from the living room make you feel like you are enjoying lake time even when you are indoors. The property was clean and well stocked and beds were comfortable. This is great location to get away while having access to amenities with a short drive of 30 minutes or less.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

brad p.

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

This place is comfy cozy!

Our family had a great 4 night stay at Leaning Pine. House is clean and amazingly decorated in mid century mod. We loved the decor! The neighborhood is quiet and secluded but still close to shopping. We found ourselves at Tom’s Grocery store a lot and just eating at the cottage every night. Lake views from home are amazing. We sat on the dock and watched the sunsets. Place is stocked with board games and puzzles. Rack-o and Sorry were our favorites! We used the wood burning fire place every night. This place is great for kids and is pet friendly. We plan on returning next year! Thanks for the great stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carla F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Exactly as listed everything provided. Beautiful location.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

nancy n.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quaint and enjoyable.
Stayed 13 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Kitchen is great. Lots of useful things. Very pleasant. Lake is beautiful. Always enjoy our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vicki A.

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

Lovely lake cabin

We loved our recent stay on Bass Lake in this adorable 1950's era cabin. It was the perfect place to visit family on nearby Green Lake and to rest, recreate and recharge -- with a great location near Interlochen, Traverse City and more. The hosts were kind and responsive and the neighbors friendly. We loved using the rowboat, kayaks and dock - especially visits from a mother duck and ducking and beautiful loons and woodpeckers.
We loved spending time on this "breezeway" room - reading and playing board games
Loved spending time on the dock and paddling!
The sunsets over Bass Lake were gorgeous!
Stayed 15 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonah S.

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

Unreal northern paradise wish I could keep it secret

We had an unreal time fishing and boating, letting the pup swim, kind neighbors but quiet, great location. Very aesthetically pleasing and simple process. Has cornhole, firepit, dock, and all the fixings. Such a gem, one of my top top northern MI rentals. Thanks for such a fun trip for a new engaged couple, and their best friends. Beautiful pines, loons, and location was prime for us.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric W.

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

Tranquility

A great stay for the family to just relax and spend quality time together by the lake. We really enjoyed everything about this place!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robin K.

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

Family time

It was very nice. Enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Adam P.

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

Perfection!

What a lovely stay - it was cloudy on the days we were there, but we still had fun kayaking and visiting TC and wineries. 10/10 woulds stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly V.

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

Nice getaway

The lake was very nice using the kayaks was great. House had a great kitchen was easy to work with plus a grill.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patti N.

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

Wonderful Up North Lakefront Property

Bass Lake was great for fishing, kayaking and swimming. Convenient location for day trips to Frankfort, Sleeping Bear and Traverse City.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Luke R.

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

Great quiet lake stay

Best paddling fun for our elementary age kids. Good property! Clean quant perfect.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carol A.

Very peaceful. Perfect for us!

A quaint cottage that let us relax. What a beautiful view through the picture window in the living area! Very clean. It was everything we expected and more. We would love to come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Robert C.

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

Great stay

The lake is small enough that you don't get power boats but big enough too enjoy swimming, fishing, kayaking, etc. Nice and quiet. House was clean with everything we needed. Friendly neighbors. Interlochen is right down the road.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020