Title: Forest Lodge Serenity on Long Lake - Dogs Welcome! Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=116771154&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Forest Lodge Serenity on Long Lake - Dogs Welcome! Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and balcony ## Photo gallery for Forest Lodge Serenity on Long Lake - Dogs Welcome! ![Exterior - Forest Lodge Serenity on Long Lake - Dogs Welcome! (Traverse City)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116780000/116771200/116771154/871dceb7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![5 bedrooms, WiFi, bed sheets - Forest Lodge Serenity on Long Lake - Dogs Welcome! (Traverse City)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116780000/116771200/116771154/0514a7db.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Forest Lodge Serenity on Long Lake - Dogs Welcome! (Traverse City)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116780000/116771200/116771154/fb5b7ea0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Forest Lodge Serenity on Long Lake - Dogs Welcome! (Traverse City)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116780000/116771200/116771154/1de97e2a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining - Forest Lodge Serenity on Long Lake - Dogs Welcome! (Traverse City)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116780000/116771200/116771154/b5d5633c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Forest Lodge Serenity on Long Lake - Dogs Welcome! provides amenities, such as a garden and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 5 bedrooms3 bathrooms2200 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Dryer - Barbecue grill - Pet-friendly - Washer - Fireplace ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Forest Lodge Serenity on Long Lake - Dogs Welcome! Summary: Nestled in the tranquil Forest Lodge neighborhood of Traverse City, this home offers a serene retreat surrounded by nature's beauty. Situated on the eastern shore of Long Lake, the area boasts stunning water views and a peaceful ambiance, making it an ideal spot for relaxation and outdoor activities. The Space: Welcome to your Up North retreat—this spacious, single-level lakefront home offers the perfect blend of rustic charm and comfort. With 5 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms, there’s plenty of room for families and groups to relax and reconnect. The home features two king bedrooms, including a serene primary suite with its own fireplace and en suite bath. Two cozy full rooms and a fun bunk room with four twin beds making it easy to accommodate guests of all ages. One of the bathrooms even features a classic claw foot tub - perfect for a long, relaxing soak after a day on the lake. The heart of the home is the large living room, complete with a fireplace, smart TV, and a rustic grand piano. Wood paneling throughout the entire home adds warmth and character, while the full kitchen, new washer and dryer, and oversized dining table offer all the essentials for a comfortable stay. Step outside to a covered porch that overlooks a beautifully wooded backyard, perfect for morning coffee or evening drinks. A gas grill and outdoor dining area invite summer cookouts, and a canoe and rowboat are provided for guests eager to explore Long Lake. A wooded dock winds through scenic water forested section to Beach - great for kids to explore and catch frogs! At the water’s edge, you'll find a private dock, mooring, and a lakeside fire pit with seating - ideal for stargazing and storytelling by the fire. Whether you're gathering with loved ones or looking for a peaceful escape, this home is your gateway to everything Northern Michigan has to offer. \*\*Please note: There are 10 steps down from the driveway to the house. There are also steps down from the house to the backyard.\*\* \*Please note there is a long wooden dock in the backyard that leads you through the front yard down to the waterfront.\* License # STR - 001820 Guest Access: Driveway parking allows up to 4 vehicles. No garage parking available. The Neighborhood: Just a short drive from downtown Traverse City, you’ll enjoy access to unique dining, boutique shopping, and local events like the National Cherry Festival. Even closer, the Long Lake area offers swimming, kayaking, fishing, and scenic trails. Be sure to visit Moomers Homemade Ice Cream—just minutes away and famous for its award-winning flavors and farm views. It’s the perfect mix of lakeside relaxation and Northern Michigan adventure. Getting Around: Wintertime Guests: Welcome to northern Michigan, where our wintertime weather can swing from glorious to ferocious in a flash. Each of our properties has snow removal service scheduled to plow with each snowfall amounting to at least 3 inches of snow. If the vehicle you bring is not 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive, please be aware of the potential risks accessing the property when snow is present. Other Things to Note: Please Note: All guests staying at this property must be 25 or older unless accompanied by a parent or guardian. This will be verified after booking confirmation. A damage waiver fee is required by Golden Swan for each stay. For this property, the fee is $129 and provides our guests with accidental damage coverage up to $2,000\. If the amount of damage exceeds this, or if the damage is found to have occurred with malicious intent, Golden Swan retains the right to seek damages beyond that amount. High chair and pack n play available upon request for an additional charge. There is a non-refundable credit card processing fee applied to all reservations. If the reservation is 14 days or longer there will be a required mid-stay clean. This is also available upon request for a shorter length of stay. DOCK - You can expect the dock to be available for use Memorial Weekend through Labor Day Weekend. Please only use the dock for 15-minute loading and unloading of passengers. A mooring ball just beyond it is available for mooring between boat rides. Winds and waves pick up super-quick and can cause damage to boats and docks. There are no protective dock bumpers to prevent potential boat-docking issues. Boat lift is unavailable for guest use - please use the provided mooring ball for your water crafts. \*Please note there is a long wooden dock in the backyard that leads you through the front yard down to the waterfront.\* Interaction with Guests: A door code will be sent with check-in instructions prior to arrival! ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 5 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 3 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Location highlights - In a rural location - On a lake - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Optional golf privileges - Cycling 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 ### General - Garden - Unit size: 2,200 square feet ## Similar properties ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100940000/100938800/100938774/5ad6fce5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Serenity Overlook-Luxury Estate With Hot Tub Traverse City - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 10 Exceptional 7 reviews £717 includes taxes & fees 13 Dec - 14 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-13&endDate=2025-12-14&selected=100938774&PinnedHotelID=100938774&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113050000/113049500/113049413/50b04acb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### TLC Cottage in Leland - New- sleeps 12! 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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 This property accepts cash 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 and a first aid kit 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. ### Property is also known as 67fa9e12c2fcc100129f1930 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C44.72939%2C-85.73572&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=83SDjDHCfK2jtFF7wEWP9GOgF9Q=) Traverse City, MI #### What's nearby - The Crown Golf Club \- 7 min drive \- 4.1 miles - Bass Lake \- 9 min drive \- 3.4 miles - Great Wolf Lodge Water Park \- 10 min drive \- 7.0 miles - Grand Traverse Mall \- 11 min drive \- 7.0 miles - Munson Healthcare \- 11 min drive \- 7.9 miles #### Getting around - Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 22 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Starbucks - ‬10 min drive - ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬11 min drive - ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive - ‪Starbucks - ‬11 min drive - ‪Buffalo Wild Wings - ‬11 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Forest Lodge Serenity on Long Lake - Dogs Welcome! pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Forest Lodge Serenity on Long Lake - Dogs Welcome!? ### What time is check-in at Forest Lodge Serenity on Long Lake - Dogs Welcome!? ### What time is check-out at Forest Lodge Serenity on Long Lake - Dogs Welcome!? ### Where is Forest Lodge Serenity on Long Lake - Dogs Welcome! located? ## Have a question? 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