Title: Schooner House -Bay View Cottage Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Schooner House -Bay View Cottage Holiday home in Traverse City, steps from Lake Michigan ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100910000/100908500/100908442/18214332.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100910000/100908500/100908442/4b3da73e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100910000/100908500/100908442/57f9d7f9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100910000/100908500/100908442/a61a42bb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100910000/100908500/100908442/35ee1bd6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Schooner House is a charming Bayview cottage in the heart of Traverse City, just 300 ft from The TART Trail and 1.5 miles from downtown. This house offers a large kitchen, dining area, private backyard with huge deck and fire pit - ideal for relaxation after exploring wineries or enjoying the beach. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81800 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Dryer - Barbecue grill - Washer - Outdoor space - Air conditioning ## 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. ### Schooner House -Bay View Cottage Walk to Dining & Grand Traverse Bay. Bayview cottage just 1.5 miles from downtown Traverse City and 300 ft from The TART Trail. 4-bed, 2-bath, house has large kitchen & dining . The central location makes Schooner House the perfect home base for all your boating, beach, biking, and winery excursions. The private backyard with a huge deck & fire pit is the perfect oasis to relax & unwind after a busy day enjoying all Traverse City & Leelanau County have to offer. License No. 2024-27 ( as per township ordinance.) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Towels provided ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### 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) - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden - Unit size: 1,800 square feet ## Similar properties ![On the beach, beach towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45480000/45474500/45474429/b4e7952e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 100 ft of private sandy beach on West Bay 3 miles from downtown TC. 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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 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 590028 ## About the area Traverse City is home to this holiday home. 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. [Visit our Traverse City travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Traverse-City.dx3577) [View more Holiday homes in Traverse City](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Traverse-City-Private-Holiday-Homes.d3577-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![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%7C44.78086%2C-85.64053&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=qExjfKT7mda7Ior9xNv8VZLsXq0=) Elmwood Charter Township, MI ### What's nearby - Front Street - 4 min drive - 2.1 miles - Traverse City Visitor Center - 4 min drive - 2.1 miles - Village at Grand Traverse Commons - 5 min drive - 2.3 miles - Munson Healthcare - 5 min drive - 2.3 miles - Great Wolf Lodge Water Park - 8 min drive - 4.1 miles ### Getting around - Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 13 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪North Peak Brewing Company - ‬3 min drive - ‪The Tasting Room - ‬3 min drive - ‪Nittolo’s Little Italy - ‬4 min drive - ‪Barrio - ‬4 min drive - ‪Lil Bo - ‬3 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Schooner House -Bay View Cottage pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Schooner House -Bay View Cottage? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Schooner House -Bay View Cottage? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Schooner House -Bay View Cottage located? > Situated in Traverse City, this holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Great Lakes Children's Museum and Lake Michigan. West End Beach and Wags West are also within 1 mile (2 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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