Traverse City is well-known for its rich history, culture, art, and, of course, its cherries. It is dotted with museums, monuments, parks, vineyards, historical sites, galleries, and food scenes, so it is bound to treat every traveler to a busy itinerary throughout their stay. Some of the unmissable attractions here include The Village at Grand Traverse Commons, Dennos Museum Center, Front Street, and Traverse City Balloon Tours. You can also visit Hippie Tree, have a trip to Mission Point Lighthouse, and taste wines at Chateau Grand Traverse winery. If you’re planning a trip to this city, then read below for our recommendations on the top beachfront rentals in Traverse City, Michigan.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) host status, recent guest reviews, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and location with easy access to beach. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 11, 2024.
1. A beautiful and spacious downtown condo (from USD 151)
Stay right in this beautiful condo in the heart of Traverse City. Here, you will be just a short distance away from restaurants, pubs, shops, cafes, and events bound to spice up your trip. Some of the lovely amenities you will have access to in this condo include a comfortable living room with a sofa and a smart TV, a full kitchen, a dining area with enough capacity for six, and a balcony with beautiful views of F & M Park.
This is not to mention the master bedroom with a queen bed, a full bathroom, a private balcony, and plenty of storage spaces.
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the tidiness of the condo was great and we felt very comfortable staying theresuper clean with all the needed amenities to make your stay cozyCleanliness:
lovely condo clean and as picturedthe condo was clean and cozyeverything was very clean and homeythe place was very clean and neatthe apartment was very clean and comfortableRead more reviewsLocation:
perfect location in tcthe location is greatperfect location in beautiful traverse city walking distance to downtownperfect location close to downtownwe loved the location
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2. Urban Stay by the Bay (from USD 265)
This is a gorgeous three-bedroom property that offers a great experience during both winter and summer. It is centrally located, hence, you will have easy access to lots of shops, restaurants, and other amenities. Prominently featured in this property are a comfy living room, a fully equipped kitchen, a dining area, an entertainment room, and a patio area that can be used for playing games, lounging with friends, or barbecuing.
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beautiful home with stylish decor and comfortable furnituregreat living room with plenty of spacehad a great stay plenty of bathroomsvery well furnished with comfortable beds and couchesthe apple tv and second fridge were nice to have as wellCleanliness:
the house was extremely clean and beautifully decoratedhome is clean and well maintainednice clean place with plenty of beds and 2very clean organized plenty of extra linens and towels and nicely updatedthe space is clean and nicely decorated would definitely stay here againHost:
emily is friendly and prompt in answering my emailsthere is a list of recommendations where to go to eat or visit that was really helpfulthe host really thought of everything i highly recommend and would happily re-book with this rentalgreat location easy check in quick responses from host overall very nicebut fit 9 well they were very responsive super clean and had a great timeRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is perfectgreat location cute decorperfect location walking distance to downtown and beachthe location was great with easy access to downtown restaurantsgreat location near downtown and very close to the water
3. A one-bedroom beach house within walking distance of downtown (from USD 357)
How about staying right on the beach, and also within a short distance of Downtown Traverse City? Well, that’s the kind of convenience you get by staying in this lovely beach house, set on a gorgeous garden, with direct access to the beach. The house features a bright and spacious interior, thanks to the floor-to-ceiling glass doors and windows.
It also features a full kitchen, a dining area, and a private bathroom with a shower cubicle. Whether indoors or outdoors, you will love every moment you spend inside this property.
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the cottage was very comfortable and location was fantasticCleanliness:
very clean and comfortableHost:
terri and john are wonderful hoststerri and john were very welcoming and friendlythis is a beautiful location john and terrie were wonderful hosts and made us feel so welcomeRead more reviewsLocation:
the location of this cottage is wonderful - easy walk to downtown and clinch parkthis is our fourth trip to this amazing place
4. A luxurious two-bedroom house near two beautiful parks (from USD 186)
Stay in this luxurious two-bedroom house and enjoy proximity to Downtown Traverse City as well as two beautiful parks, presenting you with lots of things to see and do during your trip. The house features a comfy living space, a master bedroom with a queen bed and a private bathroom, a small dining space, and a fully equipped kitchen, with all you may need to prepare a decent homemade meal.
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the condo itself was very accommodating with comfortable beds and two bathroomsCleanliness:
the condo was clean and well maintainedthe condo was clean and well stockedthe condo was spacious very clean and well stockedvery clean and great locationwe loved the condo it was clean well stocked and had plenty of room for my familyHost:
the owner was very responsivethe owner was also available via phone to answer any questions before hand and while we were therethe owner was easily accessible and was very helpfulthe owner was great about getting back to us right away when we had questionsRead more reviewsLocation:
location was great for going downtown or walking through the neighborhoodthe location is perfect toothe location of this condo is perfectshort walk to downtown with nice beach and park across the streetthe location was great with an easy walk to restaurants shops and the beach being across the street
5. A spacious private home ideal for large groups (from USD 2533)
Are you looking for a befitting accommodation for up to 64 people? Well, this spacious 16-bedroom home, steps away from the shores of Spider Lake, offers just that. It is gigantic and is also fully furnished, hence, you will find everything you need for a great stay. These include a fully furnished spacious kitchen, dens, recreation rooms, several fireplaces, and a fitness center, among others.
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excellent property very clean and overall an amazing stayRead more reviewsHost:
i highly recommend these hosts
6. A lovely waterfront house located on East Grand Traverse Bay (from USD 378)
Enjoy relaxing stays in this lovely waterfront house that comes with breathtaking, unobstructed views of the bay. With it also comes easy access to a private sandy beach as well as proximity to the state park, where guests can indulge in a variety of recreational activities.
Inside this house, guests will have access to a lavishly furnished seating area, a fully equipped kitchen, a dining area with enough seating for four, three comfy bedrooms, and one full bathroom. Another unique feature of this rental is that you will be treated to beautiful views of the ocean from nearly every room.
7. A newly renovated loft located in the city center (from USD 250)
Accommodation in this loft comes with the convenience of easy access to both downtown and West Bay Beach. This means that restaurants, shops, downtown, and beach attractions will be just a couple of minutes away.
Some of the notable features guests will love during their stay include a bright and airy living room with views of the ocean, a fully equipped kitchen, a dining area, two comfy bedrooms, and a private bathroom to help you take care of all your grooming needs.
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we loved the view & the roomy comfortable living room & kitchencharming apartment with unbelievable sunriseit’s so cozy and the view of the bay is awesomethe beds were comfortable and there was plenty of space to spread outCleanliness:
the house was clean and well stocked with sheets blankets towels and dishesit was very clean and the beds were extremely comfortablethe airbnb itself was very clean and nicely decoratedit was super clean and had everything we neededthe place was cleanHost:
the hosts were great and responded very promptlyanna is a great host and super responsiveexceeded expectations and also a great hostplenty of space and the hosts were very helpful and responded quicklyRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is greatwonderful space with an ideal locationwalking distance from beaches restaurants and attractionsit's in a great location to explore the entire areanice location and quieter than i was expecting
8. A three-bed three-bathroom house close to both the beach (from USD 89)
This is a lovely three-bedroom residential home close to both the beach and downtown, hence, it is close to attractions you may be interested in during your stay. It is a clean and elegantly furnished home with convenient amenities, including a 4k HDTV with Roku, a Blu-Ray DVD player, spacious and comfy bedrooms, two elegant private bathrooms, and a fully equipped kitchen.
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the beds were incredibly comfortablethe rooms are good size and the beds are comfyCleanliness:
the place was clean and communication was simple with curtis getting back to me quicklyvery clean and comfortable we enjoyed our staythis was the perfect place everything so clean and decorated so nicewe really enjoyed our stay here the house was clean and cozy and the beds were super comfortableit was very clean and close to downtownHost:
curt and shannon were very responsive ownerswonderful place to stay shannon and curtis are very responsive and provide helpful tips and recommendationscurtis was also super helpful if we had any questionswould definitely recommend thank you for hostingthe location is great and the hosts were amazingRead more reviewsLocation:
great cute place a moderate walk downtownperfect location as wellgreat location if you want to go downtown or bike rideclose enough without being dead center in the middle of the commotiongood location close to grocery store and 30 min walk to downtown
9. A gorgeous studio apartment with a kitchenette (from USD 234)
A wonderful stay awaits you in this wonderful studio apartment that boasts amazing views of West Grand Traverse Bay. Access is through a private entrance off the front door of the main building, and it comes packed with features and amenities, such as a comfy living room, a bedroom with a queen-sized bed, a kitchenette, and a private bathroom with a tub.
Most importantly, you will love the fact that you will be in the downtown area, and this means that you will be just a short distance from everything – coffee shops, restaurants, the beach, pubs, etc.
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the queen bed was comfortable & our 2 boys slept well on the pull out sofathe property was immaculate and the bed extremely comfortableCleanliness:
the space was immaculately clean and invitingthe room was clean the bed was comfortablethe property was clean and had everything that you needclean well designed and and comfortable in a great locationgreat house very clean host is very accommodating lovely accommodationRead more reviewsLocation:
the location of the property was perfect and close to downtown with a short walkwe were wonderfully close to so many great food optionswe loved our stay here at the rock shop condowe will be back to tc and hopefully can get the same locationit was in a great location within walking distance of downtown breweries shops markets and restaurants
10. West End Apartment (from USD 350)
West End Apartment is a newly constructed three-bedroom apartment overlooking the West Grand Traverse Bay. Its location allows for easy access to lots of dining, entertainment, and shopping options within the city.
Some of the notable features you will love about this apartment include a spacious wraparound deck, a master bedroom with a king bed, gorgeous wood floors in all the rooms, a fully equipped and fully stocked kitchen, and a lovely outdoor seating area with gorgeous panoramic views of the neighboring regions.
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comfortable beds and all amenities we could have asked forthe living room was comfortable and cozy and the outdoor patio with view of the bay was beautifulwe loved having breakfast on the deck every morning overlooking the baythe beds are comfortable and the kitchen amenities are well stocked if you want to dine "at homewe had a great stay at elizabeth’s apartmentCleanliness:
very relaxing and cleaneverything is new and cleanthe entire place was clean and well-organizedthe apartment was very clean and everything was as describedthe space is very clean and the hostess is organized and responds quicklyHost:
host was very helpful and responsiveamazing location spotless home and wonderful host elizabeth was highly communicative and provided fantastic local recommendationsRead more reviewsLocation:
good location - within walking distance of downtownwe loved the location of this unitit is located within easy walking distance of front streetelizabeth’s place is wonderful great location - very close to the heart of downtown tcgreat apartment location on the west side of the downtown area
Enjoy life next to the beach in Traverse City
Traverse City offers great beaches, delicious food, and great accommodations. Book one of the top beachfront rentals in Traverse City, Michigan, listed above, for comfy and convenient stays.
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