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Adorable Cottage on Traverse City's Silver Lake!

Beachfront cottage for sun and fun

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Nestled on the shores of 600-acre all-sports Silver Lake, Silver Lake Cottage offers a serene retreat. Enjoy private waterfront with 60 feet of frontage, relax by the bonfire pit on the lakeside patio, or take a short drive to downtown Traverse City for recreation and entertainment.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 459 sq m

Popular amenities

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

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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.

Adorable Cottage on Traverse City's Silver Lake!

Silver Lake Cottage is newly renovated & remodeled. It is fresh, clean & the perfect up north retreat! Enjoy time by the lake with 60 feet of private frontage on 600 acre all-sports Silver Lake, *private dock with great swimming & sandy bottom, & bonfire pit by the lakeside patio. Or make the quick 10 minute drive to downtown Traverse City for recreation, restaurants & entertainment!

*Dock & waterfront guaranteed available Memorial Day - Labor Day.


Other Things to Note:
* We provide enough toilet paper, paper towel, garbage bags & dish soap to get your trip started; additional supplies can be purchased at one of several grocery stores close by
* The cottage has well water. Some guests prefer to bring their own bottled drinking water
* Firewood is not provided, but can be found at various stores around town
* Due to a short warm weather season, dock, kayaks & waterfront are guaranteed open and available from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend. It's possible they will be available before &/or after these dates, but not guaranteed.
* This property is available for monthly rent from November-April each year. Ask us about off season monthly rates!

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach loungers

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Dock
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Basketball nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 630 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

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 not allowed

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 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 that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher 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

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Adorable Cottage on Traverse City's Silver Lake! Cottage
Adorable Cottage on Traverse City's Silver Lake! Traverse City

About the area

Located in Traverse City, this cottage is on the beach. Hippie Tree and Village at Grand Traverse Commons are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Grand Traverse Natural Education Reserve. Great Wolf Lodge Water Park and Great Lakes Children's Museum are also worth visiting. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the sledging and ice skating. Visit our Traverse City travel guide
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Traverse City, MI

What's nearby

  • Young girl reeling in a fish on a boat with her family
    Bass Lake
    2 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Pie is Life!
    Front Street
    11 min drive - 14.4 km
  • Aerial view of Petoskey and Little Traverse Bay, Michigan
    Traverse City Beach
    18 min drive - 20.6 km
  • Turtle Creek Stadium
    7 min drive - 7.2 km
  • Great Wolf Lodge Water Park
    7 min drive - 10.1 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Chick-fil-A
    8 min drive
  • Culver's
    6 min drive
  • Starbucks
    8 min drive
  • McDonald's
    5 min drive
  • Buffalo Wild Wings
    8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Adorable Cottage on Traverse City's Silver Lake! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Adorable Cottage on Traverse City's Silver Lake!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Adorable Cottage on Traverse City's Silver Lake!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Adorable Cottage on Traverse City's Silver Lake!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Adorable Cottage on Traverse City's Silver Lake! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Traverse City cottage is 1.6 mi (2.5 km) from Bass Lake and 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from The Crown Golf Club. Turtle Creek Stadium and Grand Traverse Mall are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Adorable Cottage on Traverse City's Silver Lake! Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 57 out of 61 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 61 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 61 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 61 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 61 reviews

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Cleanliness

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Location

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Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Robert L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean and serene!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cassie W.

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

Great stay!

Really enjoyed my time at this rental! It was lovely being right on the lake and the property was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rob B.

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

Nice little place

Great location and beautiful views
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristina G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host was so nice and communicative. Very cozy cottage and very neat and clean environment. The view of Silver Lake from the rear windows was stunning. Location was close to downtown Traverse City. Would book again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

steven h.

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

Nice view

Nice view on Little lake.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Molly H.

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

Perfect Cottage for a Long Weekend

We spent a long weekend here and it was perfect for our family of three. We had everything we needed for a comfortable stay. We would definitely book again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandra K.

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

Beautiful little house!!

Beautiful little house on a beautiful lake. Wish we had more time to spend there
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marina B.

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

Great for a lake getaway!

We found the cottage very comfortable and clean. We loved the beautiful view of the lake, and it is only 15 mins from downtown traverse city! We enjoyed being able to use the kayaks as well!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael K.

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

Great stay

The property is very nice. Well maintained and clean. The lake is beautiful. Sandy bottom and kayaks to go exploring in. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jamie R. R.

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

Great place to stay

Cute little cozy cabin right on the beach. Easy access to the lake. The docks and kayaks were out so we were able to use those. Communication with check in and check out was excellent. Would stay here again
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracy K.

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

Beautiful!

Loved it! It was a quiet neighborhood, great view of the lake and absolutely stunning sunrise. The location was close to parks, a variety of restaurants and shopping. The host was very friendly and always quick to respond when I reached out. Would definitely recommend and would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ron S.

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

Silver Lake Cottage

We truly enjoyed our stay at this property. Everything was very clean and bright. Beautiful lake views. Very cozy and quaint. The host was awesome! Would recommend this property and look forward to stay here again soon!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Don W.

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

Cozy comfort

This small cottage has it all. Nice comfortable stay plus some room to have the grandkids over for a swim and a campfire. Will definitely use again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard "Tom" D., South Lyon, MI

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

Nice cozy cottage

We were happy about our stay. Nice view. Clean and updated interior, tastefully done. Just right for the two of us.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca F.

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

Cozy, clean, updated cottage w/ amazing sunrise view!

The cottage was clean, and the pictures represented the property well. If you like watching the sunrise, this place does not disappoint! Book it!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tim P.

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

Stayed for a few days, in from Texas.

Check in was a breeze. Property was as billed from ads. We arrived around Thanksgiving, it began to snow and the views were made even more spectacular. Would rent again and recommend to those looking for something cozy on the water or anything Traverse City
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deb E.

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

Lake life

The cottage was perfect ( water had an odor which may be “normal”?) Quiet, loved the lake view and location was great for the places we planned to visit. Clean, comfortable and had everything we needed. Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Beverly O.

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

Met all expectations1

Katie was wonderful in communicating with us each and every detail. The cabin was clean and comfortable. Sitting by the lake and enjoying the peacefulness was exactly what we had hoped for.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashley M.

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

Family Vacation

We had a great time at Silver lake. The dock and beach access were wonderful! Our family loved it. The house had everything we needed for a lovely home away from home. We have two little kids, so we didn't need a lot of space. It might be a tight squeeze with more then 2 adults. It was clean and well maintained.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shae T.

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

Cozy Cottage with Amazing View

My friends and I had the best stay at the cottage; it was perfect for a weekend in Traverse City! The host, Katie, was very helpful and attentive and we had no issues with anything during our stay. The cottage was very clean and provided a cozy atmosphere for fall in TC. The view of the lake was beautiful; we enjoyed watching the sunrise through the windows each morning. Would definitely book again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan D.

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

Nice clean small cottage on quiet lake.

Comfortable. Clean. Trundle in second bedroom not really comfortable for adult. Wonder if regular size bed would fit in there- but, it was OK.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

John N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage was clean and well maintained.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage was spotless and very cozy. The beds were comfortable and the bedding and pillows were very nice. Lovely view of the lake. All in all, a very nice experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brenna K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean, cute little place on the lake. I would recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tyler H.

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

Very Nice Lake Cottage

Nice place, just enough of everything.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025