Private waterfront minutes from downtown Traverse City. | Cottage in Traverse City

9.8 (27 Reviews) |   2 Bedrooms  1 Bathroom  4 Guests
Traverse City Cottage | Private waterfront minutes from downtown Traverse City.

2 Bedroom Cottage in Traverse City

Wailing Loon cottage is located on Bass Lake just 10 minutes from Traverse City and about 30 minutes from the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. Bass Lake is an all-sports lake but best suited for fishing and kayaking. The cottage is located on its own sandy beach frontage. A gas grill is available for you and there’s a private fire pit on the beach. Two kayaks, one paddle board, and a canoe are available for renters to use for free. The cottage has two bedrooms with a queen bed in the main bedroom and two twins in the other. The twin beds can be moved together to create a king-sized bed upon request. The one bathroom includes a toilet, vanity, and shower. There is a strict 4-person limit due to township rules and no pets. If you don't like dogs, this property is probably not for you. We have doodles and a couple of other pups that frequent the beach area and they love people. Our family also owns the following properties on the same shore of Bass Lake. VRBO # 1901939 and 1693207. If you have a larger group, we may be able to accommodate you all!
Traverse City is famous for many summer festivals and restaurants, but we can also offer easy access to a quiet lake and a beautiful trail system right out of your backyard. Our proximity to the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore makes our location perfect for those seeking beauty, freshwater beaches, and gorgeous vistas. We have something for everyone!

Private waterfront minutes from downtown Traverse City is located in Traverse City. Private waterfront minutes from downtown Traverse City provides accommodation, featuring Air Conditioner, Parking, View, among other amenities. This Cottage features Air Conditioner, Parking, View, to make your stay a comfortable one.

Private waterfront minutes from downtown Traverse City has 2 Bedrooms , 1 Bathroom, and max occupancy of 4 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated Cottage because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this Cottage, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. Cottage has a friendly neighborhood, and the Traverse City has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the Cottage in Traverse City, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.

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Amenities

Air Conditioner
Parking
TV
View
Ocean View
Balcony/Terrace
Security/Safety
Sports/Activities
Bedding/Linens
Wellness Facilities
Fireplace/Heating
Entertainment
Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
Child Friendly
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Facility Overview

Air Conditioner
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
Bathrooms
  • Towels provided
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Hair dryer
Bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Living room
Kitchen
  • Kitchen island
  • Oven
  • Stovetop
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Spices
  • Toaster
  • Refrigerator
Laundry
  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Laundry facilities
Ocean view
  • Beach sun loungers
  • On the beach
  • Beach towels
Parking
  • Onsite parking
Pet Friendly
  • No pets allowed
Accessibility
  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator (single level property)
  • 1 stairs to reach property
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Smoke-free property
  • Gravel flooring in public areas
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
Activities
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Kayak on site
  • Fishing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Casino nearby
Entertainment
  • Smart TV
  • Books
  • Games
General
  • Local artist showcase
  • English
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • On the lake
  • On the waterfront
Guest Services
  • Children's dinnerware
  • Travel crib
  • Children's toys
  • Children's games
  • Playground
  • Children's books
  • Highchair
  • Iron/ironing board
Internet
  • Free WiFi
Outdoors
  • Firepit
  • Patio
  • Gas grill
  • Outdoor furniture
Security/Safety
  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

Policies

Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 pm minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 am
Child Policy
Children are welcome.
Event Policy
No events allowed
Pet Policy
Pets not allowed
Smoking Policy
Smoking is not permitted

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 host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed 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

Reviews

Aug 8, 2025 08:41:52 PM
Review Score:   10
Summary: This cottage was perfect for our family of 4. The location was great for visiting Traverse City, Sleeping Bear Dunes, Fishtown and more. Our teens who love to fish spent hours in the kayaks on the lake bass fishing. We rented a pontoon on Long Lake one day too (so close). The kitchen had everything we needed for meals at house and we used the grill several times. The hosts were easy to reach if needed. Would highly recommend. One tip: bring your own drinking water.
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