Imagine yourself in downtown Traverse City, where the rooftop deck of this summer home invites you to unwind with a drink and watch the boats on the bay. With over 30 restaurants nearby, a high-end neighborhood market for local produce, and a gourmet kitchen to prepare your own meals, you'll find every amenity needed in this fully furnished home.
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Exceptional
Entire home
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6186 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.
Fireworks, Hot Tub & West Bay Views
A rare find in the heart of Traverse City — a modern, beautifully finished home just steps from West Bay, with a rooftop deck, hot tub, and gas fire pit high above the neighborhood. Cross the street for a swim, walk two blocks to the best restaurants and breweries in town, or settle in on the rooftop and watch the boats drift across the bay. During Cherry Festival and the Fourth of July, you have the best seat in the city for fireworks & air shows. This is downtown TC at its finest. "The Coolest House" occupies the second and third floors of a one-of-a-kind Passive House — an architecturally significant building with triple-pane windows, thick concrete floors, and exceptional insulation that keeps the home whisper-quiet and perfectly comfortable year-round. The space has been finished to a high standard throughout, with a gourmet kitchen, high-end fixtures, and thoughtful details at every turn. The home sleeps up to six across two bedrooms and a loft. The primary bedroom has a king bed, the second bedroom a queen, and the loft a queen sofa bed. Two full bathrooms, a washer and dryer, and a 75-inch flat-screen TV with Bluetooth soundbar round out the comforts. Beach chairs and towels are provided — because the bay is right across the street and you should be ready. The rooftop deck is the crown jewel. Whether you're starting the morning with coffee and bay views or ending the evening around the fire pit with a glass of local wine, it's a space you'll never want to leave. During Cherry Festival and the Fourth of July, it becomes the best private viewing platform in the city. The home sits in Slabtown, one of Traverse City's most beloved historic neighborhoods, three blocks from downtown and within walking distance of more than 30 restaurants, breweries, wineries, shops, and theaters. Burritt's Market and Bay Bakery are just down the block. The TART Trail runs right outside for miles of waterfront biking and running, and Sleeping Bear Dunes — one of the most spectacular stretches of Lake Michigan shoreline — is just 30 minutes away.
Property amenities
Beach
On the beach
Beach loungers
Beach towels
Ski
Close to skiing
Pool/Spa
Hot tub
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee grinder
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Hob
Ice maker
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
2 bathrooms
Bathtub
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Fireplace
Living room
Separate dining area
Entertainment
Books
Games
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Stereo
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Firepit
Outdoor furniture
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Work spaces
Desk
Desk chair
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Hardwood flooring in public areas
Smooth flooring in public areas
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Meal delivery service
Location highlights
In the city centre
Near a hospital
Near the bay
Near the marina
On a lake
On the waterfront
Things to do
Bicycle parking
Bicycle storage
Golf
Tennis
Birdwatching nearby
Casino nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Hunting nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Sailing nearby
Swimming nearby
Water tubing nearby
Windsurfing 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)
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
Deadbolt lock
General
100% renewable energy
At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
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
This property uses solar energy, plus eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector 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
About the area
Located on the beach, this holiday home is in Slabtown, a neighbourhood in Traverse City. Shoppers can check out Front Street, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Lake Michigan and Traverse City Beach. Great Lakes Children's Museum and Great Wolf Lodge Water Park are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and water tubing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and hiking/biking trails nearby. Visit our Traverse City travel guide
Is Fireworks, Hot Tub & West Bay Views pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Fireworks, Hot Tub & West Bay Views?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Fireworks, Hot Tub & West Bay Views?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Fireworks, Hot Tub & West Bay Views?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Fireworks, Hot Tub & West Bay Views located?
Located in Slabtown, this beachfront holiday home is in the city centre and within a 5-minute walk of Wags West and Lake Michigan. West End Beach and Clinch Park are also within 10 minutes.
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Fireworks, Hot Tub & West Bay Views Reviews
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We thoroughly enjoyed our stay here. Great location and very well stocked. Nice floor plan for two couples. Easy to walk to downtown for restaurants and shops. Bob was very responsive and attentive. Would definitely stay again.
We booked for the week of the National Cherry Festival and fourth of July. The property was perfectly located for both. We've done OBX, Maine, and Rehoboth beaches for our last few years summer vacations but think we actually prefer the Lake beaches -- less to worry about with our 6 year old swimming. We were actually surprised at how nice the sand bwaches were and how much our son enjoyed them even with the.colder waters. Would come back, but not during NCF or July 4th. Great for a one time thing, but the crowds were intense.
We have stayed at the property for the last two years and couldn’t recommend it more highly! Great property ,close to everything, lovely/responsive owners!
Excellent experience overall! The owner was welcoming and showed us around his place. The accommodations were comfortable and had a beautiful patio overlooking West Bay. The location was perfect: walking distance to downtown, but far enough away to be quiet. We were very pleased with our rental!
We had a great stay at this property. The home was extremely clean and comfortable. The kitchen was very well equipped. The central a/c was a life saver as our week was very hot and humid. Parking is great and even the beach chairs/cooler available were good quality. The location is a few blocks from downtown and easily walkable to restaurants, beach, and shops. We didn't use the roof decks much or the hot tub due to the hot weather but they were well equipped as well and did look inviting. Bob was great on communication and responded quickly by text. If we travel back to TC we would definitely stay here again.
Tastefully decorated, comfortable, clean. TV, grill, and hot tub worked beautifully and kitchen had every upgrade and utensil any cook could want. Highly recommend!
This was a wonderful stay. Close to so many locations and the house was filled with amenities. The owners made sure everything was perfect and if something wasn't they worked to get it resolved ASAP. Plenty of items in the house to keep you homebound too, with a great view of the water. Highly Recommend!!!
Our stay was wonderful. The property exceeded expectations. Location was wonderful, the place was beautiful, and information for the house was communicated.
This house was one of the best vrbo that we have ever stayed in - clean, modern, great location, so many amenities in the house - hot tub on one of the top decks (which was modern and clean!) fireplace on the front deck (I gave only 4 stars for accuracy here because some of the water view is limited now due to a building that has gone up - that said, the water view is still AMAZING). Access was easy and the electronic key pads made it so easy for all 4 of us in my family to get in & out without needing a key. Everything FELT very CLEAN - that was amazing, and there were so many helpful notes and stickers on various things in the house that made everything just easy breezy. Great kitchen, grill, bathrooms & bedrooms. We just LOVED it. I'd highly recommend this place for your stay in TC. Great location as well!
My family stayed at this beautiful condo for a week. Bob and Becky thought of everything. The kitchen was well equipped and there were lots of towels and beach chairs, books and games. The beds were comfortable. The rooftop deck was our absolute favorite part of the condo. We started and ended almost every day relaxing on the deck. Bob was very helpful with suggestions on restaurants and things to do. Highly recommend and I hope we can visit the beautiful property again!
This clean, modern home is perfectly situated to walk to the beach, into town, or hit the trails. We were so comfortable with the lovely accommodations and loved not having to drive to every activity.
The hosts are very generous and helpful.
Would love to come back.
The house was lovely. Very modern and clean. The beds were comfortable and the bathrooms were adequate. Nice quality towels and and supplies were offered.
The view of Grand Traverse Bay was terrific. We didn’t open windows, though, because of traffic noise.
The landlord is fantastic. Nice, polite, generous, and respectful.
I highly recommend for a stay in Traverse City.
Chele H.
Stayed 21 nights in Jul 2019
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10/10 Excellent
Mark P.
14 Aug 2018
Great
Great location / Clean / Had a great stay / Great that a number of things are within walking distance
Mark P.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2018
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Erin F.
22 Jul 2018
Amazing home in perfect location
We couldn’t have found a more perfect place for our family to stay! Walking distance to everything you need, including the beach. Comfortable furniture, top of the line appliances, beautiful rooftop area, and a spacious, bright, living area are some highlights. Not to mention that our host was easily reachable if we had needed anything (we didn’t). Highly recommend for anyone planning a TC getaway!