Title: Arbutus Lake | Fall Colors | Pet Friendly! - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=116358112&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Arbutus Lake | Fall Colors | Pet Friendly! Beachfront vacation home with a sauna and a hot tub ## Photo gallery for Arbutus Lake | Fall Colors | Pet Friendly! ![On the beach - Arbutus Lake | Fall Colors | Pet Friendly! (Traverse City)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116360000/116358200/116358112/55fc90c3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Arbutus Lake | Fall Colors | Pet Friendly! (Traverse City)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116360000/116358200/116358112/54373ebd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Sauna - Arbutus Lake | Fall Colors | Pet Friendly! (Traverse City)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116360000/116358200/116358112/07031690_edited_b20b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Arbutus Lake | Fall Colors | Pet Friendly! (Traverse City)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116360000/116358200/116358112/7b97bd27.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV - Arbutus Lake | Fall Colors | Pet Friendly! (Traverse City)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116360000/116358200/116358112/5eb09b9d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies A firepit, a garden, and a sauna are just a few of the amenities provided at Arbutus Lake | Fall Colors | Pet Friendly!. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms1 bathroom1000 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Hot tub - Kitchen - Pet friendly - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Outdoor Space ## 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. ### Arbutus Lake | Fall Colors | Pet Friendly! Venture to forested Arbutus Lake Rentals on all-sports Arbutus Lake, just 20 minutes from downtown Traverse City! This three-bedroom, pet-friendly cottage is perfect for families and groups. Enjoy expansive lake views from the covered back deck while sipping morning coffee, or cozy up by the firepit. Stroll the sandy beachfront or docks, and experience modern interiors and vibrant autumn scenery for an unforgettable fall getaway. 🍷 Discover Traverse City & Beyond: ✔Leelanau & Old Mission Peninsula wineries – Award-winning wine tours ✔Downtown Traverse City – Boutique shopping, craft breweries & fine dining ✔Turtle Creek Casino – Gaming, live entertainment & nightlife ✔Grand Traverse Bay Beaches – Relax at East Bay Park & Clinch Park ✔Grand Traverse Resort Golf Course-Set a tee time at the Bear, the Wolverine or Spruce Run ✔Grand Traverse Commons-Experience unique boutiques, galleries, restaurants or a guided historical tour ⛷️ Outdoor Adventures Year-Round: ✔Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore – Scenic hikes & breathtaking overlooks ✔Brown Bridge Quiet Area-1300 acres with 6 miles of trails to explore the Boardman River ✔TART Trail – Walking & biking with stunning views ✔Skiing & snowboarding at Mt. Holiday & Crystal Mountain ✔Vasa Trail – Mountain biking, cross-country skiing & snowshoeing (3K-25K loops) ✔Fishing, kayaking & boating on the region’s beautiful inland lakes 🎉 Nearby Events & Festivals: ✔Keystone Soccer Complex – Perfect for tournament teams & families ✔Great Lakes Equestrian Festival at Flintfields Horse Park ✔National Cherry Festival – A celebration of Traverse City’s rich cherry heritage ✔Traverse City Restaurant Week – Prix fixe dining at top local eateries ✔Traverse City Comedy Festival – Laugh therapy with top comedians ✔Iceman Cometh Challenge – Epic 30-mile mountain bike race every November Whether you're seeking a peaceful lakeside retreat or an adventure-packed getaway, this prime location offers something for everyone in every season. Book now and make unforgettable memories in Traverse City on Arbutus Lake! \*\*Winter rentals-please be equipped with 4WD /AWD. Snowy/icy roads are common and our resort and the surrounding area has hilly terrain. Please be on the look out for winter weather from the end of November though early April.\*\* ## Property amenities ### Beach - On the beach ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub - Sauna ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Car recommended ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden - Patio ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - 2 pets total ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Location highlights - On a lake ### Things to do - Boat ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Garden - Unit size: 1,000 square feet ## Similar properties ![Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93680000/93673300/93673266/b61437b4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### KOTI 12 (Three Bedroom) Traverse City's Scandinavian Cabins, vacation home on TART & mins to Travers... 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### We should mention A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property ### Property is also known as orp5b6f318x ## About the area Located in Traverse City, this vacation home is on the beach. World's Largest Cherry Pie Pan and City Opera House are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Centre Ice Arena and Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf. Great Wolf Lodge Water Park and Great Lakes Children's Museum are also worth visiting. [Visit our Traverse City travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Traverse-City.dx3577) [View more Vacation homes in Traverse City](https://www.expedia.ca/Traverse-City-Private-Vacation-Homes.d3577-aaPrivateVacationHomes.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%7C44.65026%2C-85.52087&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=EZ-n4lFieWj2UQioS_fOuZuJ6H4=) Traverse City, MI ### What's nearby - Forest Lakes \- 1 min walk \- 0.0 km - Arbutus Lake \- 2 min walk \- 0.2 km - Front Street \- 14 min drive \- 18.0 km - Traverse City Beach \- 14 min drive \- 16.2 km - Great Wolf Lodge Water Park \- 16 min drive \- 18.8 km ### Getting around - Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) - 13 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Peegeo's - ‬12 min drive - ‪Kingsley Local Brewing - ‬8 min drive - ‪The Village Cafe & Ice Cream Shop - ‬8 min drive - ‪K.I. Bar & Grill - ‬9 min drive - ‪Taqueria TC Latino Dos - ‬10 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Arbutus Lake | Fall Colors | Pet Friendly! pet-friendly? ### What time is check-in at Arbutus Lake | Fall Colors | Pet Friendly!? ### What time is check-out at Arbutus Lake | Fall Colors | Pet Friendly!? ### Where is Arbutus Lake | Fall Colors | Pet Friendly! located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Arbutus Lake | Fall Colors | Pet Friendly! Reviews ## Reviews 10 ### Exceptional