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Explore Northern Michigan at Making Memories provides amenities, such as a garden and an arcade/games room. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathrooms2500 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

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About this property

Explore Northern Michigan at Making Memories

  • Making Memories truly lives up to its name—it's the perfect place to relax, explore, and enjoy the best of Northern Michigan. Located in the charming town of Traverse City, this welcoming home sits on a large, private lot in a quiet residential neighborhood. Guests can enjoy both peace and convenience, with a variety of attractions close by.

    When you’re not out enjoying the area, the home offers plenty of entertainment of its own. The lower level features a pool table, ping-pong table, and foosball table, along with a large smart TV and ample seating—perfect for family game nights or movie evenings. Reliable Wi-Fi makes the home ideal for guests working remotely as well.

    The main level includes both a living room and sitting room, giving guests plenty of room to spread out. The dining room features a large table ideal for family meals. The well-appointed kitchen includes everything you need to prepare meals. A small table in the kitchen is the perfect spot for morning coffee. A back deck with patio dining set overlooks the spacious yard and a lovely magnolia tree. In the back corner of the lot, guests can enjoy the private firepit—perfect for s’mores under the stars.

    Guests also have access to the garage, including an extra refrigerator—ideal for beverages or additional groceries—though we request parking be done in the driveway.

    Making Memories offers all the comforts of home and is the perfect place to unwind and enjoy your stay in beautiful Northern Michigan.

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    -- THE PROPERTY –
    Neighborhood | Walkable to Long Lake
    3 BR/2 BA | 2500 Sq Ft

    Sleeping Arrangements (Sleeps 6)

    Main Level (3 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms):
    Bedroom 1 - King bed
    Bedroom 2 - King bed
    Bedroom 3 - Queen bed
    Bathroom 1 - Full bathroom: shower/tub combo, sink, toilet
    Bathroom 2 - Full bathroom en suite to King bedroom: shower/tub combo, sink, toilet
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    -- INDOOR LIVING –

    Central air conditioning for heating and cooling
    WiFi: Yes
    Washer & dryer
    Hair dryer

    Kitchen - Equipped for family meals
    Oven, stove, refrigerator
    Dishwasher
    Garbage disposal
    Drip coffee maker
    Toaster oven
    Second refrigerator in the garage

    Main Level - Room for the whole family to gather
    Living room with TV
    Dining room
    Additional dining table
    Cozy sitting area

    Fireplace is not usable for guests.

    Lower Level - Entertainment Central
    Game room with ping pong, foosball, and pool table
    Board & card games
    Smart TV
    Ample comfortable seating
    Desk
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    -- OUTDOOR LIVING –

    Backyard
    Gas grill
    Back deck with outdoor dining set
    Fire pit
    Mature apple tree
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    -- EXPLORE NORTHERN MICHIGAN –

    2 minutes to Long Lake’s Taylor Park - an 8-10 minute walk!
    10 minutes to downtown Traverse City
    20 minutes to Cherry Capital Airport
    30 minutes to Sleeping Bear Dunes
    30 minutes to Old Mission Peninsula wineries

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    -- PARKING --
    Parking for up to 6 vehicles between the garage, driveway, and parking pad, although we ask that the garage not be used for parking.
    No street parking is permitted.
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    -- ACCESSIBILITY–
    2 steps to enter the home. Kitchen, living room, bathrooms, bedrooms are on the entry level. To access the lower level, there are stairs. The laundry room is down stairs. Both bathrooms are shower/tub combos (no shower stalls)
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    -- REST EASY WITH US–
    Northland Vacation Rentals welcomes you to unwind, relax, and settle into vacation mode. We take pride in maintaining clean, comfortable homes and are committed to ensuring a great stay. If any issue arises, our friendly team is available 24/7 to assist with urgent needs.
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    -- POLICIES –

    No smoking
    Dogs permitted
    No parties, events, or large gatherings
    No fireworks
    Minimum age to book: 25 years old
    Day guests are not permitted without management approval
    Due to liability, township rules, and insurance policies. Maximum capacity must not be exceeded at any time (strictly enforced and randomly checked)
    Quiet enjoyment of the property is required; Quiet hours: 10:00 PM–8:00 AM
    Photo ID may be required at check-in
    Additional taxes and fees may apply

    Refer to rental agreement for full house rules and policy details.
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    -- INCLUDED STARTER SUPPLIES –

    All linens and towels are provided. Beach towels are not provided.

    Firewood is not provided but is readily available locally.

    Propane for grills is provided.

    A starter set of the following is provided:
    Paper towel
    Toilet paper
    Garbage bags
    Hand soap
    Dish soap and/or dishwasher tabs
    Coffee & filters
    Laundry detergent

    Depending on your stay length, you may need to purchase additional supplies. Some amenities—such as docks and grills—are seasonal and not guaranteed. If a specific item is important to your stay, please contact management in advance.

    STR License # STR-002926

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Foosball table
  • Table tennis
  • 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

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,500 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
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

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that 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
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

About the area

Located in Traverse City, this holiday home is in a rural area. Shoppers can check out Front Street, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Lake Michigan and Traverse City Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Burnett Park, or check out an event or a game at Turtle Creek Stadium. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including winery tours. Visit our Traverse City travel guide
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Traverse City, MI

What's nearby

  • Front Street
    Front Street
    14 min drive - 10.2 miles
  • Aerial view of Petoskey and Little Traverse Bay, Michigan
    Traverse City Beach
    20 min drive - 14.0 miles
  • beach near Taylor Park
    8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Gilbert Park
    2 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • beach near Gilbert Park
    2 min drive - 1.2 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Starbucks
    9 min drive
  • Chick-fil-A
    11 min drive
  • McDonald's
    9 min drive
  • Buffalo Wild Wings
    11 min drive
  • Burger King
    10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Explore Northern Michigan at Making Memories pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Explore Northern Michigan at Making Memories?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Explore Northern Michigan at Making Memories?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Explore Northern Michigan at Making Memories?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Explore Northern Michigan at Making Memories located?

This family-friendly Traverse City holiday home is located in a rural location, within 2 mi (3 km) of Gilbert Park and Bullhead Lake Natural Area. Cedar Run Creek Natural Area and Cedar Lake are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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Explore Northern Michigan at Making Memories Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 7 reviews

9.2

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

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Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barbara R.

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

A great time on Long Lake

We booked this house in March and were pleased to find it even more spacious than expected. The house has an entire game room in the basement, which my family loved. This house is located about 15 minutes from downtown Traverse City, has a lovely, quiet beach only a mile away and is about a four minute drive to Moomers. We enjoyed our stay very much!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Cheryl S.

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

Family stay

Overall the inside of the house was clean and spacious. The extra entertainment in the basement was nice to have to play. The only negative was the landscaping of property needs some work
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dylan H.

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

Cozy quiet neighborhood.

The house was overall very nice, inside was clean, rugs were a bit sandy but the floors themselves were good. The AC went out late the first night we were there. Got up to 78 in the house, emailed the property mailed, and they had it fixed and running witnin 2 hours of my call, and also brought fans over just incase. They were very polite and checked multiple times theoughout the 2 hours. Ping pong table was the best part.. within driving range of Traverse city. Big bear, and mutilple excellent restaurant's. Would stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James E.

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

MI trip

We had a great time and really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erin L.

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

Work stay

Great property
Stayed 19 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nancy P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Check in very smooth. We really used the extra fridge in the garage - very useful! Kitchen is a bit small with limited counter space. Dining room is spacious and convenient right next to the kitchen. Room to park in the driveway. This is a nice quiet residential neighborhood.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David F.

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

Traverse City Family Reunion

Great location. The family enjoyed our stay and it was located in a cute, quiet neighborhood. Perfect for what we needed.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022