Title: Lakefront cottage close to Traverse City, Sleeping Bear Dunes & Crystal Mountain - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Lakefront cottage close to Traverse City, Sleeping Bear Dunes & Crystal Mountain Beachfront vacation home for sun and fun ## Photo gallery for Lakefront cottage close to Traverse City, Sleeping Bear Dunes & Crystal Mountain ![Dining - Lakefront cottage close to Traverse City, Sleeping Bear Dunes & Crystal Mountain (Traverse City)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38450000/38441800/38441778/ec4799b9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Lakefront cottage close to Traverse City, Sleeping Bear Dunes & Crystal Mountain (Traverse City)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38450000/38441800/38441778/d0bc03de.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Lakefront cottage close to Traverse City, Sleeping Bear Dunes & Crystal Mountain (Traverse City)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38450000/38441800/38441778/dedb46a0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV - Lakefront cottage close to Traverse City, Sleeping Bear Dunes & Crystal Mountain (Traverse City)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38450000/38441800/38441778/5597893f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![On the beach, sun loungers, beach towels - Lakefront cottage close to Traverse City, Sleeping Bear Dunes & Crystal Mountain (Traverse City)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38450000/38441800/38441778/2e7d26dd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Nestled on 500 feet of sandy beach frontage, Whitetail cottage offers a serene retreat. Enjoy kayaking or paddleboarding on Bass Lake, then savor the sunset by the fire pit with plenty of firewood available. Two bedrooms and two bathrooms provide comfort for up to four guests. ## Reviews 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 41000 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - 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. ### Lakefront cottage close to Traverse City, Sleeping Bear Dunes & Crystal Mountain Just 10 minutes from Traverse City, 30 minutes from Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, and 35 minutes from Crystal Mountain, Whitetail Cottage is nestled on the shores of Bass Lake. Although it's an all-sports lake, it is best suited for fishing and kayaking. With 500 feet of shared sandy beach frontage, Whitetail Cottage has a gas grill on the deck overlooking the water as well as a beachfront fire pit. Two kayaks are available for renters to use for free and two child-size kayaks are available upon request. We also have paddle boards and bikes that can be rented for a separate fee by the day based on availability. The cottage has two bedrooms with queen beds. There is a strict 4 person limit due to township rules. The upstairs bathroom has a tub and the downstairs bathroom has a newly renovated, walk-in shower. A few quirks to note: \- The upstairs, where the bedrooms are located, has lower than standard ceilings, so if you are more than 6 feet tall, please take that into consideration. \- Whitetail Cottage has window air conditioner units in place during the summer - one downstairs and one upstairs (as pictured). Traverse City summers tend to be temperate and while these should do the trick, additional fans are also provided. \- The dock at Whitetail Cottage is not big enough to tie up motorized boats. Please contact us first if you plan to bring a boat and we will see if we can help! Unfortunately, we don't allow guests to have pets; however, the property owners have doodles that love people and will want to say hi at some point, guaranteed! While Traverse City is well known for its festivals, shopping, and restaurants, easy access to a quiet lake and extensive trail system are what sets our property apart. Plus, our proximity to Sleeping Bear Dunes and Crystal Mountain makes it a perfect location for those seeking natural beauty, freshwater beaches, and more. Here are some of our favorite leisure activities by season: \- Summer: Beach days, fishing, kayaking, rock hounding, paddle boarding, and berry picking \- Fall: Mountain biking, leaf peeping, hiking, beer/cider tasting, and apple picking \- Winter: Cross-country/downhill skiing, snowshoeing, ice fishing, sledding, and snowmobiling \-Spring: Cherry blossoms, trail biking, bird watching, winery hopping, and morel mushroom hunting We are more than happy to offer local insight on our favorite spots to do all the above - except for morel mushroom hunting - you're on your own :) Lastly, we are a family-run property with multiple listings, so if you're interested in coordinating several cottages for a larger group, please don't hesitate to contact us. Thanks for considering Whitetail Cottage and please reach out with any questions! Long Lake Township Certificate Number: STR22-00071 ## Property amenities ### Beach - On the beach - Beach loungers - Beach towels ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Games - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Charcoal grill - Firepit - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Upper floors accessible by stairs only - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - On a lake - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Kayak - Casino nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - 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 ### General - Unit size: 1,000 square feet ## Similar properties ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95170000/95163900/95163829/w1200h675x0y1-5b13cd97.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Close to Beaches and Downtown Indian Woods - Kitchen - Air conditioning - Parking available - Microwave 9.6 Exceptional 14 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-11&endDate=2026-02-12&selected=95163829&PinnedHotelID=95163829&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24050000/24043000/24042939/9125e57f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Completely Remodeled Mid-Century Modern Home On West Bay Shore Dr. Traverse City - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 10 Exceptional 175 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-11&endDate=2026-02-12&selected=24042939&PinnedHotelID=24042939&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95170000/95163900/95163836/w1200h675x0y1-f865c405.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Peninsula One Apartments Unit 7 Indian Woods - Air conditioning - Parking available - Microwave 10 Exceptional 2 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-11&endDate=2026-02-12&selected=95163836&PinnedHotelID=95163836&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101490000/101480200/101480116/5f3a077d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Roost Condo 11-Renovated Bathroom in 2025! 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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 This property does not have elevators ## About the area Located in Traverse City, this vacation home is on the beach. The Crown Golf Club and Hickory Hills Ski Area are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Michigan and Fisher's Run. Great Wolf Lodge Water Park and Great Lakes Children's Museum are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and motor boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking. [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%7C44.69564%2C-85.71634&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=PK7sb6eqnQkL4RsYPcOJF1AyQOw=) Traverse City, MI ### What's nearby - ![Young girl reeling in a fish on a boat with her family](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976194062/42a39bfd-e2cf-44b9-84c2-0f024ee36edb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Bass Lake 1 min walk \- 0.0 km - ![Pie is Life! ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3577/46519bfa-739e-470f-b723-fd8d051380e4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Front Street 13 min drive \- 14.4 km - ![Aerial view of Petoskey and Little Traverse Bay, Michigan](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/720908223088177152/17cb24de-0654-4717-ac57-ef4e21312b72.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Traverse City Beach 20 min drive \- 20.6 km - Great Wolf Lodge Water Park 9 min drive \- 10.1 km - Turtle Creek Stadium 12 min drive \- 9.7 km ### Getting around - Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) 17 min drive ### Restaurants - Chick-fil-A 10 min drive - Culver's 11 min drive - Starbucks 10 min drive - Burger King 11 min drive - McDonald's 10 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Lakefront cottage close to Traverse City, Sleeping Bear Dunes & Crystal Mountain pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Lakefront cottage close to Traverse City, Sleeping Bear Dunes & Crystal Mountain? ### What time is check-out at Lakefront cottage close to Traverse City, Sleeping Bear Dunes & Crystal Mountain? ### Where is Lakefront cottage close to Traverse City, Sleeping Bear Dunes & Crystal Mountain located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Lakefront cottage close to Traverse City, Sleeping Bear Dunes & Crystal Mountain Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 82 8 - Good 10 6 - Okay 5 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.6 Cleanliness ### 9.8 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Bill S. Oct 16, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy The view of the lake from the back porch AND from the couch in the living room are amazing. This is a fantastic property. The owners are wonderful and the trip couldn’t have gone better. This place is worth a visit! ##### Bill S. Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Krista W. Oct 1, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Peaceful lake view! Really appreciated the little guide put together by the hosts, very thoughtful and helpful. ##### Krista W. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gary B. Sep 9, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Very clean cottage. Beautiful view. ##### Gary B. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Courtney O. Jul 26, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Loved it! Thank you to awesome hosts, great location- peaceful and short drive to TC! ##### Courtney O. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Carolyn W. Jul 29, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful peaceful setting Perfect location for a family reunion ##### Carolyn W. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brian C. Jul 13, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A great stay! We enjoyed our accommodations and our vacation was very nice. Clean & quiet. Had a great time at Sleeping Bear dunes. ##### Brian C. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Susan C. Sep 15, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Getaway Great place to stay. Kayaked, biked & just relaxed. Lake is beautiful. Hosts are awesome, so very friendly & helpful. Highly recommended anyone considering, you won’t regret the stay. ##### Susan C. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Adria L. Jul 23, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Quiet Rustic Retreat A beautiful setting that was very relaxing. Nice amenities provided to enjoy the lake. ##### Adria L. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kory B. Oct 17, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Northen Michigan lake cottage The hosts were very nice people and very accommodating with great and prompt communication. The cottage is quaint and has everything you need. ##### Kory B. Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Daniel M., Bowling Green, OH Aug 16, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great place to stay The house was a great place for our family. The sandy beach was perfect for our young children to play. The house was clean and we had everything we needed. We would definitely stay again! ##### Daniel M. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### kim z. Aug 15, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location #### Lake house Beautiful view of lake. Fun to kayak and fish. ##### kim z. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mariel C. Sep 6, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### The perfect get away! This was the perfect place for our friend weekend getaway. The house is right on the lake, which was so perfect and serene. Location is close to downtown Traverse City and Sleeping Bear dune. Jodi was super responsive to our messages and questions - we look forward to staying here again. ##### Mariel C. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cindy F. Jul 6, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cute cottage We had a nice time with our two kiddos. Great fishing, kayaks provided, super nice host, and convenient location. We checked out the Cherry Featival in TC and Sleeping Bear Dunes. Would stay again! ##### Cindy F. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michele W. Jun 8, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful spot on the lake Quaint and quiet cottage right on the lake. Enjoyed having the kayaks available. Also, enjoyed the fire pit on the beach. Close to Traverse City and all it has to offer. ##### Michele W. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Emmy B. Aug 2, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Little slice of heaven We loved the location and the view. Within an hour’s drive to all the places we wanted to see. Having kayaks on the property was a plus! ##### Emmy B. Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Duane K. Jul 10, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Summer 2024 This place is amazing, the beach was wonderful, everything was what we expected. They had the most amazing fireworks for the 4th, they did did not dissapoint us at all. I would recommend anyone thinking of staying here that you book it as fast as you can!! Thanks again to Jody for letting us use this place for our stay, we more than enjoyed ourselves. ##### Duane K. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### A S. Aug 11, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful View The cabin location was fanastic, right on the lake. Bass lake was quiet and peaceful. I enjoyed the kayaks and my son loved fishing on the dock. The house was clean and rustic. The neighborhood was private and felt safe. We enjoyed adventuring around TC and other surrounding areas. The host was easy to communicate with. We enjoyed our stay! ##### A S. Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Carol G., Oro Valley Aug 24, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Water seeker We enjoyed our stay because of its convenience to Leelenau Peninsula. It was located on a quiet lake that was great for fishing. Bath on each level. Hosts were responsive. ##### Carol G. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Susan P. Sep 12, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lake House Clean and easy check in. Probably not the house for us - 2 elderly couples. More for a small family. One of the bedrooms was really small and one of the bathrooms only had a bathtub - no shower. Also - they had air conditioners / dehumidifiers running constantly both upstairs and downstairs - loud ##### Susan P. Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jeremy E., Milwaukee, WI Sep 19, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cozy house by Bass Lake This was our second stay on Bass Lake, but first in this location. We really appreciated having access to a beach and kayaks, plus the fire pit was excellent. The house has all the things you would want for a long stay, plus the kitchen was well stocked with pots, pans, and utensils. The owners were attentive and friendly, and made us feel welcome. We really enjoyed our stay and would definitely rent again. P.S. I recommend bringing a pitcher-type water filter with you. Its a little bit more convenient than buying water by the gallon. ##### Jeremy E. Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2023 ### 6/10 Okay #### Jill G. Aug 22, 2023 Liked: Check-in, communication, location #### Not worth the price of admission The location was great, lots of local things to do and great surrounding lakes to enjoy. The beds very comfortable! The house could use a few enhancements; such as screens on the two glass sliding doors, window dressings that can actually close /provide privacy. Fridge froze items regardless of placement or temperature setting. Lake is great if you only want to fish/boat/kayak, not recommend for swimming if you don't want swim in the weeds. ##### Jill G. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jen T. Aug 6, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Peaceful retreat close to all the sites We had a terrific week staying here! Pics are just as shown. House is clean, cozy, and well stocked. Very comfy beds! Loved having the 2 kayaks, and we rented the 2 paddle boards for the week, which was perfect. The lake is calm, warm, and has lots of fun sandbars to stop at. Life jackets are quite old so we just picked up a few of our own. Water shoes were an item our kids were glad they packed. We loved having a fire pit… many s’mores were enjoyed! We couldn’t believe how secluded the house was but so close to TC! 20 minutes to town where we jet skied, walked around the shops, and had a couple meals. It’s just 40 minutes to the Sleeping Bear dune hike/overlook, and 35 minutes to Fishtown. Jodie was easy to reach with a few questions and was very responsive. Highly recommend all around! ##### Jen T. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Mary S. Sep 25, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely & quiet, would have been perfect for a few things It's a little haven of peace & we really enjoyed it. As the host mentioned there are dogs in the neighborhood which was fine with us (we love dogs!). We were a bit worried about some noisy jet skis but the host quickly reassured us & indeed it happened only once during our stay. Beds are very comfortable (but the pillows are a bit 'plasticky'). Like in many cabins the water's sulfurous. It smells but is safe to drink. It dissipates if you let it sit a while. The staircase steps are pretty narrow & can be tricky for a person with balance issue. All in all we recommend the cabin for anyone who wants to enjoy the quiet by a beautiful lake. For families/group of friends there are plenty of games available too. Now compared to other cabins we rented there are a few things we were surprised not to find hence the 4-star overall rating. We didn't find any shower gel/soap or shampoo, only hand soap. We don't expect a full pantry but since there was oil, spices and coffee we were surprised not to find tea or sugar/sweetener. Some foil or wrap to pack our leftovers would have been helpful. We didn't find a scrubbing pad or dish brush to do the dishes. The Welcome Book could have more practical info on the area: the nearest store for basic shopping, where to get bait, good breakfast place... Of course there's internet for that but it's always nice to have the host's personal recommendations. ##### Mary S. Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Laura F. Oct 5, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy We enjoyed the lake view, the quiet, and fire on the beach at night. We enjoyed the stay immensely. The cottage was quaint, clean and cozy. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/303f2099-1aee-4e5c-a952-c7f183abdb08-1759694352405.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/85d3536e-bb8f-4184-aba9-c6accd23bd62-1759694352337.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Laura F. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller Jul 21, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy The location was indeed lovely on the lake. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [SpringHill Suites by Marriott East Lansing University Area](https://www.expedia.ca/Lansing-Hotels-SpringHill-Suites-By-Marriott-East-Lansing-University-Area.h615.Hotel-Information) > > [Super 8 by Wyndham Marysville/Port Huron Area](https://www.expedia.ca/Port-Huron-Hotels-Super-8-By-Wyndham-MarysvillePort-Huron-Area.h856217.Hotel-Information) > > [Drury Inn & Suites Frankenmuth](https://www.expedia.ca/Saginaw-Hotels-Drury-Inn-Suites-Frankenmuth.h58071.Hotel-Information) > > [Bay Mills Resort And Casino](https://www.expedia.ca/Brimley-Hotels-Bay-Mills-Resort-And-Casino.h11980098.Hotel-Information) > > [Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Frankenmuth](https://www.expedia.ca/Frankenmuth-Hotels-Fairfield-Inn-And-Suites-By-Marriott-Frankenmuth.h281052.Hotel-Information) > > [Splash Universe Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Monroe-Hotels-Splash-Universe-Resort.h21760670.Hotel-Information) > > [Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Frankenmuth by IHG](https://www.expedia.ca/Saginaw-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Express-Hotel-Suites-Frankenmuth.h6621673.Hotel-Information) > > [Treetops Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Grayling-Hotels-Treetops-Resort.h914489.Hotel-Information) > > [Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ann Arbor West by IHG](https://www.expedia.ca/Ann-Arbor-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Express-Suites-Ann-Arbor-West.h9215322.Hotel-Information) > > [The Lakeview Hotel, Shanty Creek Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Traverse-City-Hotels-The-Lakeview-Hotel.h1104351.Hotel-Information) > > [Frankenmuth Motel](https://www.expedia.ca/Saginaw-Hotels-Frankenmuth-Motel.h1148366.Hotel-Information) > > [Comfort Inn & Suites Clarkston Pine Knob Area](https://www.expedia.ca/Comfort-Inn-Suites.h68623534.Hotel-Information) > > [Ann Arbor Marriott Ypsilanti at Eagle Crest](https://www.expedia.ca/Ann-Arbor-Hotels-Ann-Arbor-Marriott-Ypsilanti-At-Eagle-Crest.h28149.Hotel-Information) > > [Marv Herzog Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Saginaw-Hotels-Marv-Herzog-Hotel.h13006478.Hotel-Information) > > [Black River Retreat (Dog Friendly!)](https://www.expedia.ca/Ironwood-Hotels-Black-River-Retreat.h33500821.Hotel-Information) > > [Gull Lake View Golf Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Kalamazoo-Hotels-Gull-Lake-View-Golf-Resort.h19561568.Hotel-Information) > > [Pictured Rocks Bed And Breakfast](https://www.expedia.ca/Marquette-Hotels-Pictured-Rocks-Bed-And-Breakfast.h10044940.Hotel-Information) > > [DoubleTree by Hilton Bay City - Riverfront](https://www.expedia.ca/Saginaw-Hotels-DoubleTree-By-Hilton-Hotel-Bay-City-Riverfront.h1077165.Hotel-Information) > > [Double JJ Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/New-Era-Hotels-Double-JJ-Resort.h3062219.Hotel-Information) > > [Holiday Inn Midland by IHG](https://www.expedia.ca/Saginaw-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Midland.h2462677.Hotel-Information) > > [Hampton Inn Midland](https://www.expedia.ca/Saginaw-Hotels-Hampton-Inn-Midland.h116959.Hotel-Information) > > [Torch Lake Bed & Breakfast](https://www.expedia.ca/Traverse-City-Hotels-Torch-Lake-Bed-Breakfast.h11601400.Hotel-Information) > > [Crooked Lake Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Lake-Hotels-Crooked-Lake-Resort.h31422390.Hotel-Information) > > [St. Clair Inn](https://www.expedia.ca/Port-Huron-Hotels-The-St-Clair-Inn.h36685.Hotel-Information) > > [Holiday Inn Express & Suites Brighton by IHG](https://www.expedia.ca/Howell-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Express-And-Suites-Brighton.h32102546.Hotel-Information) > > [SpringHill Suites by Marriott Frankenmuth](https://www.expedia.ca/Saginaw-Hotels-SpringHill-Suites-By-Marriott-Frankenmuth.h882233.Hotel-Information) > > [Wingate by Wyndham Brighton](https://www.expedia.ca/Howell-Hotels-Wingate-By-Wyndham-Brighton.h126779.Hotel-Information) > > [Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Port Huron](https://www.expedia.ca/Port-Huron-Hotels-Days-Inn-By-Wyndham-Port-Huron.h42075.Hotel-Information) > > [Boyne Mountain Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Petoskey-Hotels-Boyne-Mountain-Resort.h74159.Hotel-Information)