Title: Sandy waterfront near Traverse City on High Lake Dock, kayak, firepit! Dog ok - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - 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 # Sandy waterfront near Traverse City on High Lake Dock, kayak, firepit! Dog ok Beachfront vacation home with kitchen and patio ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95620000/95611100/95611042/0a68d553.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95620000/95611100/95611042/60fabc74.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95620000/95611100/95611042/ab460d46.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95620000/95611100/95611042/a27544c2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95620000/95611100/95611042/fb326d5a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location On the shores of High Lake, The Bird's Nest is a charming vacation rental home perfect for families and small groups. Enjoy 100 feet of sandy waterfront with swimming or kayaking activities directly from the premises. A cozy living room with a flat-screen TV invites lounging, while the fully equipped kitchen allows for delicious meal preparation. 8.6 Excellent ### Entire home 3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 81000 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Laundry - Pet-friendly - Barbecue grill - Kitchen - 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. ### Sandy waterfront near Traverse City on High Lake Dock, kayak, firepit! Dog ok The Birds Nest in Traverse City--Escape to the beautiful shores of High Lake in Traverse City and stay at The Bird's Nest, a charming vacation rental home perfect for families and small groups. This lovely property features three bedrooms, each furnished with comfortable beds. The cozy living room is ideal for lounging with loved ones or watching your favorite movie on the flat-screen TV. The kitchen is fully equipped with modern appliances and all the cookware and utensils you need to whip up delicious meals for your whole crew. You can enjoy your meals at the dining table or take them outside and savor them while taking in the breathtaking lake views. The Bird's Nest also boasts 100 feet of sandy waterfront on High Lake, so guests can engage in swimming or kayaking activities directly from the premises. For those seeking adventure, nearby trails offer opportunities for hiking or biking. Additionally, the charming town nearby provides access to quaint shops and restaurants for exploration and enjoyment. Grace McDonald park is .5 mile from the cottage. Facilities include a baseball field, an all-purpose field, a pickleball court, tennis courts, basketball courts, a volleyball court, and horseshoe pits. It also has a pavilion area with grills and picnic tables, hiking trails, and playground equipment. After a long day of exploring, retire to the comfortable bedrooms for a peaceful night's sleep. The shared bathroom has all the necessary amenities, including fresh towels and toiletries. With its prime location and cozy accommodations, The Bird's Nest is the perfect home base for your next lake vacation. STR # 008880 \-- THE PROPERTY -- Sleeps 8. Bedroom 1: queen bed || Bedroom 2: twin bed with trundle || Bedroom 3: queen bed || Shared space: queen sofa bed OUTDOORS: Fire pit, gas grill, private yard, outdoor dining table & chairs, porch, beach chairs, sand toys, dock, mooring, kayak, paddle boat, 100 ft of waterfront INDOORS: WIFI, DVD player, flat screen TV, Roku KITCHEN: Fully equipped, cooking basics, dishware & flatware, microwave, toaster, drip coffee maker, tea kettle, trash bags, paper towels GENERAL: Iron & ironing board, towels & linens, toilet paper, bar soap, window A/C unit in kitchen, NO Washer & Dryer PARKING: 3 spaces above the house, steep driveway \-- POLICIES -- \- Dog allowed with a non-refundable fee \- No smoking \- No events, parties, or large gatherings \- Must be at least 18 years old to book \- Additional fees and taxes may apply ## Property amenities ### Beach - On the beach ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Living room ### Entertainment - Games - TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near the marina - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Kayak - Tennis - Birdwatching nearby - Cycling nearby - Fishing nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Motor boating nearby - Sailing nearby - Swimming nearby - Water tubing 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) - Fire extinguisher ### General - Unit size: 1,000 square feet ## Similar properties ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104740000/104733100/104733032/049fe0c6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Waterfront close to Traverse City, Kayaks, Row Boat, Firepit, Dog ok, 8pl Traverse City - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 9.0 Wonderful 16 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-12&endDate=2025-11-13&selected=104733032&PinnedHotelID=104733032&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21690000/21680700/21680644/2e2b6d5e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cozy waterfront cottage on Long Lake. 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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 ### Property is also known as 1118-252656 ## 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%7C44.68487%2C-85.51759&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=YVdUXB0Bsa8Wb-Hr1BbrX0zjMgY=) Traverse City, MI #### What's nearby - Arbutus Lake - 18 min walk - 1.5 km - Spider Lake - 5 min drive - 2.2 km - Centre Ice Arena - 12 min drive - 7.9 km - Traverse City Beach - 14 min drive - 10.5 km - Traverse City State Park - 16 min drive - 11.9 km #### Getting around - Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) - 16 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Culver's - ‬14 min drive - ‪Wendy's - ‬15 min drive - ‪Burger King - ‬15 min drive - ‪Burger King - ‬13 min drive - ‪Peegeo's - ‬15 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Sandy waterfront near Traverse City on High Lake Dock, kayak, firepit! Dog ok pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Sandy waterfront near Traverse City on High Lake Dock, kayak, firepit! Dog ok? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Sandy waterfront near Traverse City on High Lake Dock, kayak, firepit! Dog ok? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Sandy waterfront near Traverse City on High Lake Dock, kayak, firepit! Dog ok located? > Situated on the beach, this vacation home is steps from Forest Lakes and High Lake. Tibbets Lake and Arbutus Lake are also within 1 mi (2 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Sandy waterfront near Traverse City on High Lake Dock, kayak, firepit! Dog ok Reviews 8.6 ### Excellent 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 9 8 - Good 2 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 2 ### 7.0/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kristen R. Jul 3, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful stay! We had a great time at our quiet getaway to Traverse City. Our young children loved splashing in the shallow water and playing on the small beach. We enjoyed s'mores in the evening and watched all the wildlife nearby. Thanks for a great stay! ##### Kristen R. Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### CJ L. Jun 20, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Peaceful Setting Had a conference at the Grand Traverse Resort so our daily drive was very short however you'd never think you were so close to the city life given how peaceful this place was for all of us. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/996ebbf7-9a14-4410-9f08-e66ec9383d39-1750454050945.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/0b59b2dd-6780-4294-aef3-0196036a6a2f-1750454049904.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### CJ L. Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Karl K. Jul 11, 2025 #### Great Visit at a Wonderful Lake Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a great tim at the Bird's Nest! The cottage is very cute and the lake is amazing. Would definitely recommend. ##### Karl K. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brandon S. Aug 6, 2023 #### Great Spot! Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Very happy with the rental. Everything was great. ##### Brandon S. Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### John L. Jun 15, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### comfy stay for young family The house was just as listed and described. You can tell the paint was new in and out, the deck furniture was in great shape, the windows looked new and even the gas grill was in great shape! The water is clean and deep enough but not too quickly. The kids swam and the lake was calm enough for our kids to kayak and peddle boat on their own which they don't do much. The only real thing to be aware of is the walk down and up from the car. I would not stay here if you have someone with mobility issues. Steep driveway and long, and even though the driveway goes down to cottage, I would strongly advise against (there is a sign that warns drivers). The park nearby is amazing and we went there with the kids daily! Overall great place to get away and15- 20 minutes from downtown Traverse City. ##### John L. Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Kathryn E. Jul 10, 2024 Liked: Location Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy #### Not clean The place was dirty. Bugs and dirt all over the bathroom and on the extra rolls of toilet paper. Mouse droppings and a dead mouse in the main bedroom. Couldn't get a hold of the owner and the front office did their best to help but could only do so much. When moving the chest in the living room to open the pull out bed there was a dirty plate (not ours) and food stuck to the carpet. And the middle bedroom was very musty smelling. The fridge also kept going out. Contacted the office about the mouse/mice problem and they left it at needing to get a hold of the owner (never did) then I contacted vrbo customer service and they left it the same way and I haven't heard anything back. ##### Kathryn E. Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Martin S. Sep 2, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Quiet Getaway Very nice comfy cabin, quiet lake, Traverse City nearby. ##### Martin S. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### Vickie G. Jun 25, 2024 #### Stunning view! Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This place was so much fun. Couldn’t believe how quiet it was. Sparkling clean too! There is no air conditioning, but there was always a breeze coming across the lake. ##### Vickie G. 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