Cottage in Michigan
6 guests · 2 bedrooms · 1 bath
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
Top-tier experienceA high end property in this area
About this cottage rental
Willow Tree Cottage is the perfect location for getaways with family and friends! Situated on spacious tree-lined property, this newly renovated cottage offers private lakefront views and breath taking sunsets over Lake Leelanau. Enjoy swimming in the crystal clear water or kayaking, paddle boarding, and fishing with provided equipment.
Enhance your stay on the Leelanau Peninsula Trail, featuring 17 miles of paved trails for biking, dog-walking or exploring nearby vineyards. Located 15 miles from Sleeping Bear Dunes, and just a 10-minute scenic drive to downtown Traverse City, Suttons Bay, and historic Fishtown in Leland.
New renovations (Spring 2022) include fully renovated bathroom; new flooring and furniture; central air and furnace heat; spacious new kitchen w/ eat-in island; exterior paint, fresh landscaping and much more! There are 2 bedrooms- each with a queen bed. There is a sitting room with 2 chair/ottomans that covert to twin beds. Amenities include wifi and smart tv; board games; DVD player with movies; fire pit; large deck for grilling; and an indoor porch, perfect for family meals and game nights. Provided equipment includes 2 kayaks, 2 paddle boards, life vests for all ages, and yard games.
IMPORTANT NOTES:
- We allow no more than 2 non-shedding dogs, under 50lbs. There will is a $100 charge per dog.
-There is a $100/day charge to dock a watercraft. Due to the shallow shoreline, there is a lot of wear and tear on the dock. Do not trailer the boat to the property, as we have a very steep driveway with a sharp, narrow turn. There is boat launch 1/4-mile south of the cottage, with a wash station to help protect against invasive species.
- We highly recommend that our guests purchase the VRBO Cancellation Protection, as unforeseen circumstances arise often and we advise protecting your vacation investment.
Enhance your stay on the Leelanau Peninsula Trail, featuring 17 miles of paved trails for biking, dog-walking or exploring nearby vineyards. Located 15 miles from Sleeping Bear Dunes, and just a 10-minute scenic drive to downtown Traverse City, Suttons Bay, and historic Fishtown in Leland.
New renovations (Spring 2022) include fully renovated bathroom; new flooring and furniture; central air and furnace heat; spacious new kitchen w/ eat-in island; exterior paint, fresh landscaping and much more! There are 2 bedrooms- each with a queen bed. There is a sitting room with 2 chair/ottomans that covert to twin beds. Amenities include wifi and smart tv; board games; DVD player with movies; fire pit; large deck for grilling; and an indoor porch, perfect for family meals and game nights. Provided equipment includes 2 kayaks, 2 paddle boards, life vests for all ages, and yard games.
IMPORTANT NOTES:
- We allow no more than 2 non-shedding dogs, under 50lbs. There will is a $100 charge per dog.
-There is a $100/day charge to dock a watercraft. Due to the shallow shoreline, there is a lot of wear and tear on the dock. Do not trailer the boat to the property, as we have a very steep driveway with a sharp, narrow turn. There is boat launch 1/4-mile south of the cottage, with a wash station to help protect against invasive species.
- We highly recommend that our guests purchase the VRBO Cancellation Protection, as unforeseen circumstances arise often and we advise protecting your vacation investment.
Amenities
Free Parking
Air conditioning
Non-smoking
Pets allowed
Gym
TV
Heating
Refrigerator
Kitchen
WiFi/Internet
Parking Available
Microwave
Dishwasher
Patio
Kitchenware
Garden
Oven
Stove
Waterfront
Bath or shower
Outdoor Cooking
Sofa bed
Family friendly
Cribs or cots available
Ironing facilities
Towels
Linens
Dining table
Hairdryer
Fire extinguisher
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Ratings and reviews
10 / 10Outstanding·Jul 2026
The house was exactly as advertised, and very generously stocked with creature comforts. Our kids had an absolute ball and would have happily spent our entire vacation in the backyard/playing in the water. The location put us right in the middle of all the area sights and activities we wanted to see and do, so we couldn’t have asked for better!
8 / 10Excellent·Jul 2026
Cabin was very nice and accommodated our family well.
10 / 10Outstanding·Jul 2026
We had a lovely stay at this property! The cottage was well equipped with plenty of (shampoo, cleaning supplies, toilet paper, bedding, etc.). Having access to the kayaks and paddle boards made just hanging around the cottage fun. We loved sitting at the end of the dock (so did our dog!) and hanging out. The cottage was especially clean considering they allow dogs! This property feels private due to trees and bushes on both sides and it was very quiet. The owners were helpful and great communicators, everything couldn't have been more smooth. One tip- bring water shoes, there are a lot of pokey little rocks in the shallow of the water (better than weeds and muck, though!).
6 / 10Average·Sep 2025
This was our second week-long stay at this property. Our first visit was great with no issues but also no owner interaction. During our second stay, however, we had a very poor experience with the owner.On our third night, a loud septic alarm went off at 1:45 a.m. from a locked closet we couldn’t access. It continued until morning, preventing any sleep. The owner did not respond until 7:30 a.m., when she explained what it was and told us it was a septic holding tank alarm and we could not unplug it (even though we had no more info to gain from it) and it wouldn't go off again for 6 hours. Less than two hours later, it went off again as we were trying to get back to sleep. I unplugged it to rest and received a sharp text from the owner saying she could tell it was unplugged. When I explained, she offered no apology.That evening the alarm went off yet again. The owner didn't know if the tanks had been serviced and only then told us we could unplug it. The next day, she confirmed the tanks had been emptied but implied I had not followed instructions, even though I had not been told the issue was resolved.We lost an entire night of sleep due to an alarm we couldn’t access or silence, and the owner offered no acknowledgment or resolution beyond saying it was “part of lake life.” While the location itself is nice, this experience and the lack of support left us very disappointed, especially for a property of this price and as a repeat guest.
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10Outstanding
(70 Ratings)
"The house was exactly as advertised, and very generously stocked with creature comforts. Our kids had an absolute ball and would have happily spent our entire vacation in the backyard/playing in the w..."
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