Title: Pond Views, Horse Show, Casino, near Traverse - 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 # Pond Views, Horse Show, Casino, near Traverse ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96040000/96031700/96031610/8ea6ef49.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96040000/96031700/96031610/c9c09891.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96040000/96031700/96031610/d55d013e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96040000/96031700/96031610/bae34f70.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96040000/96031700/96031610/9c9cfd8a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Bissell Pond Retreat offers a serene escape with 3 spacious levels of living, an open concept main floor, and plenty of natural light. Unwind in the primary bedroom with en-suite bathroom and private deck or enjoy family time in the massive bonus room upstairs. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms4 bathrooms3600 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Parking available - Washer - Pet-friendly - Barbecue grill - Kitchen ## 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. ### Pond Views, Horse Show, Casino, near Traverse Welcome to Bissell Pond Retreat! We are a family friendly home with 3 spacious levels of living, including 3 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms. The open concept living room and kitchen areas provide loads of natural light with floor to ceiling windows! You can sit back and enjoy the amazing views of the pond, beautiful trees, and Northern Michigan sunshine. When you walk through the front door, you will be amazed to experience the floor-to-ceiling wall of windows! Natural light abounds throughout the main floor. The open concept living and dining areas make it easy to see everything from one end of the house to the other. The primary bedroom is also located on the main floor with the en suite bathroom and sliding glass doors to a private deck. Laundry and a half bath can be found on this floor for convenience, just off the garage. Step upstairs to an open loft area with a balcony overlooking the pond and an extra large bonus room over the garage! In this massive room you will find a private TV area, 1 queen bed, and 2 double beds. There is also a full size bathroom on this floor between the loft area and bonus room, including a jacuzzi tub and separate shower. The 3rd living space is located on the basement level. There is a large comfortable space for stretching out and enjoying the gorgeous views of the pond, or watching TV. There is also a 3rd bedroom on this floor with an en suite bathroom and a sliding glass door to the lower patio. Spend evenings down here roasting marshmallows for S’mores at the fire pit, or just enjoying the peace and tranquility of the great outdoors. HOUSE RULES \* No parties - i.e. Bachelor/Bachelorette Parties due to noise, parking, and property damage issues. \* Street address and email address are required to receive all arrival instructions. \* All renters must submit ID & credit card verification to secure online portal. Minimum age to rent is 28. No exceptions. \* The pond itself is for appearance only, and is owned by a private citizen. It is also protected by the natural conservancy, and cannot be used for fishing, swimming, etc. \* Security deposit of $300 will be placed on the credit card as a hold for 7 days, then released. The card is not charged unless there are damages. ## Property amenities ### Ski - Cross-country skiing nearby - Snowboarding nearby ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Car recommended - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Ice maker - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 3.5 bathrooms - Bathtub - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room - Separate dining area - Wood stove ### Entertainment - Games - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - Near a health/beauty spa - Near an outlet shopping mall ### Things to do - Water park - Birdwatching nearby - Casino nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Ice skating nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Parasailing nearby - Sailing nearby - Sledding nearby - Snowmobiling nearby - Swimming nearby - Water tubing 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 - Deadbolt lock ### General - Garden - Unit size: 3,600 square feet ## Similar properties ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/69000000/68150000/68141000/68140981/dc392d76.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Spacious ranch-take the bike trail to town and skip traffic! 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Pet fee of $25 per day per pet, 2 maximum ### Pets Pets allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Note from host: $50 charge per stay per pet ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know 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 Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock 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 ### We should mention A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property ### Property is also known as orp5b5c768x ## About the area Located in Williamsburg, this vacation home is in a rural area. Shoppers can check out Front Street, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Lake Michigan and Traverse City Beach. Traveling with kids? Consider Music House Museum and Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our Williamsburg travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Williamsburg.dx179906) [View more Vacation homes in Williamsburg](https://www.expedia.ca/Williamsburg-Private-Vacation-Homes.d179906-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%7C44.76699%2C-85.40334&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=pl3e2ApftU_-_v986pi3GybGY84=) Williamsburg, MI ### What's nearby - Turtle Creek Casino - 2 min drive - 2.9 km - Flintfields Horse Park - 5 min drive - 5.1 km - Grand Traverse Resort Golf Course - 8 min drive - 9.1 km - Traverse City Beach - 12 min drive - 14.8 km - Traverse City State Park - 13 min drive - 16.3 km ### Getting around - Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) - 17 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive - ‪Bayview Inn Bar & Grill - ‬8 min drive - ‪Bourbons 72 - ‬3 min drive - ‪Season's Buffet - ‬3 min drive - ‪Stone Hound Brewing - ‬9 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Pond Views, Horse Show, Casino, near Traverse pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Pond Views, Horse Show, Casino, near Traverse? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Pond Views, Horse Show, Casino, near Traverse? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Pond Views, Horse Show, Casino, near Traverse located? > This family-friendly Williamsburg vacation home is located in a rural location, 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Turtle Creek Casino, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Elk Lake and Twin Lakes. Root Lake and Sand Lakes Quiet Area are also within 6 mi (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Pond Views, Horse Show, Casino, near Traverse Reviews 10 ### 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 Cleanliness ### 10 Location 10 - Excellent 4 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Maria A. Jun 8, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Kelli and Doug are fantastic owners, attentive and thoughtful. The rental is beautiful and perfect for our vacation. We would love to book again in the future. ##### Maria A. Stayed 3 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tricia D. Sep 9, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy We enjoyed our stay. Very clean home and comfortable bed. Loved having an ice machine and Keurig for iced coffee. I loved the surround sound speakers which allowed me to listen to an auto book while crocheting. We would definitely rent from you again! Thank you for sharing your beautiful home! ##### Tricia D. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Debbie M. Jun 27, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Spacious House in Great Location We were there for the horse show and it is very convenient. Also a short trip to Elk Rapids or Traverse City. The house is spacious and has seperate living areas if you come with a group or someone needs privacy or a quiet area to work. A nice wooded pond view also!! ##### Debbie M. Stayed 21 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Linda H. Aug 22, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Traverse City area accommodations Our family absolutely enjoyed the use of the "Bissell Pond Retreat" as our base camp. The home was very clean, well equipped for cooking, and had plenty of room for our family of seven adults and two dogs to stretch out. We made use of near by biking trails, shopping, golf, parks, casino, farm stands, breweries, and boat rentals on torch lake. Nights by the campfire were an added bonus. Kelli & Doug thank you for sharing your wonderful vacation home! We would stay again! ##### Linda H. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Cozy, Secluded, Year-Round Cabin Rental With A Hot Tub!](https://www.expedia.ca/Munising-Hotels-Cozy.h27265412.Hotel-Information) > > [St. Clair Inn](https://www.expedia.ca/Port-Huron-Hotels-The-St-Clair-Inn.h36685.Hotel-Information) > > [Best Western Sault Ste. 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