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Peaceful Pond Retreat • Clean • Cozy • Private • Near Traverse City!

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Beach nearby, sun-loungers
Interior
1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Terrace/patio
Property grounds

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor space

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Peaceful Pond Retreat • Clean • Cozy • Private • Near Traverse City!

Hello! We live upstairs in the chalet and your unit is downstairs, attached, but has its own private entrance and rooms. The setting is convenient to the village but sits in peaceful surroundings with plenty of tall trees, a pond and cozy backyard with flowers. Across the street is beautiful all-sport Fife Lake! Bring your boat for summer (or snowmobile trailer for winter) - there is a second driveway to park them. Access to the backyard small grill and firepit for s'mores. : ) Dine at one of our three locations in the village for your convenience. (See my guidebook). My place is 30 minutes from Traverse City, 45 minutes from popular peninsulas and attractions, and 20 minutes from Cadillac. So much to do in the summer with all the wineries, sightseeing and shopping in Traverse City! The beautiful and popular North Country Trail is only a mile away from the house. In the winter, go snowmobiling then join the gang at a popular snowmobile restaurant/stop - The Upper Bar with parking for your snowmobiles, relax inside by their fireplace and a drink and meal. The Fife Lake Inn has plenty of parking and outside dining in the summer or snowmobile access in the winter, too. Your space downstairs is a large bedroom with a small living area and sofa, full bathroom with tub/shower combination, and a small kitchenette/laundry area (no sink in the kitchenette). In the kitchenette, there is a microwave, small toaster/broiler oven, and a small fridge with freezer. Coffee pot and coffee provided w/cream and sugar cannisters. Relax at the dining table while looking out at the birds or sit at the pond in the morning with your coffee. Enjoy walks along Fife Lake, too or the North Country Trail! The village provides an ice cream place and swimming at the Fife Lake Village park. People gather and socialize out on the sandbar during the weekends. Plenty of closet space. Wifi, TV, w/Netflix, Amazon, Roku, and Fire TV Stick. Iron and ironing board, hair dryer, shampoo and conditioner & use of Washer and Dryer in the room, too. Two kayaks and two-person Paddle Boat available. Guests must transport these on their own and our responsible for having lifejackets on the kayaks and paddle boat. I will provide the lifejackets.

Property manager

Tonya

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Kayak

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

  • Garden

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 12:00 PM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items
Turn off the lights and return the keys

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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

About the area

Map
Fife Lake, MI

What's nearby

  • Fife Lake - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Spring Lake - 1 min drive - 0.8 km
  • Twin Lakes - 3 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Fife Lake Area Park - 7 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Holbrook Lake - 9 min drive - 4.7 km

Getting around

  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Loon's Nest - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Fife Lake Dairy Bar - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Fife Lake Inn - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Ole Mexican Foods - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Ole Mexican Foods - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Peaceful Pond Retreat • Clean • Cozy • Private • Near Traverse City! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Peaceful Pond Retreat • Clean • Cozy • Private • Near Traverse City!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Peaceful Pond Retreat • Clean • Cozy • Private • Near Traverse City!?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Peaceful Pond Retreat • Clean • Cozy • Private • Near Traverse City! located?

Situated on a lake, this apartment building is within a 5-minute walk of Fife Lake and Florence Island. Spring Lake and Twin Lakes are also within 1 mile (2 km).

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Peaceful Pond Retreat • Clean • Cozy • Private • Near Traverse City! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 41 out of 42 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 42 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 42 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 42 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 42 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jeanette

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Tonya and her property were amazing! Everything was clean and ready for us and she made sure our whole trip was enjoyable. She was definitely the best host and I will be back to see her again!!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jackson D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A great stay!

Excellent cozy rental with a great host!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dan B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

Place was as advertised, great communication, and very accommodating
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Stay

My stay was awesome. Very clean & so many little touches. Appreciate all of the thoughtfulness that when into my stay. Property was beautiful & so relaxing! Definitely will stay again when in the area!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place!

We had a great, relaxing stay here! The property was extremely clean and Tonya was very welcoming. Definitely recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karthikeyan R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

very thoughtful host

good location, very thoughtful and gracious host, Made our stay very pleasant.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jacob

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Friendly, clean and quiet!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessica S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful host

Tonya was very thoughtful and accommodating. We enjoyed our stay very much. Couldn’t ask for a better host!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

DONALD

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
it was a good place to relax on a rainy day.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

adam g.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice place convenient

Great host very responsive
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tim J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place

Tonya was a great host. Loved the setting, even though I was only there a few hours. Easy drive to TC. Definitely will stay again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rose T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice!

Very nice place!! Great host!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Scott K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very Comfortable Place To Stay

Clean, comfortable, roomy, very nice. Would reccomendand would stay here again. Perfect for 2, would be comfortabefor 4. Friendly and helpful host.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Monica H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet Nice stay at Fife Lake

Host, Tonya is very sweet an accommodating. She had thought of everything and greeted us upon arrival. Clean, comfortable great place!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jenny

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Tonya was very welcoming and her property was perfect. We had a very relaxing evening.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

LATESHA C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Birthday getaway

The property was well maintained. Loved the pond. Great distance from the nearby city. Out host Yonya was great
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rita R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute stay

Cute room with all the essentials nestled in the woods and near Fife Lake. Perfect for our weekend getaway for us who like to go, go, go. Thank you Tonya for your awesome hospitality!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steven S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Small apartment

exceptionally clean and private with all new furniture and fixtures
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Tonya was such a great host! She reached out ahead of our stay to provide extra details and added special treats when we arrived. It was such a nice welcome. Very cozy getaway!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Steve H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great quiet place

Very relaxing. Host was very kind and welcoming. The room was spacious and clean. Everything we needed was there. I would definitely recommend this place and look forward to hopefully staying again in the future
Stayed 1 night in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nancy K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfy & Cozy!

This property was amazing! So clean and fresh! So many little extras from the host Tonya to make our stay even better! She was very helpful recommending places for food and things to do. We will definitely go back!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Katy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Little Apartment on Beautiful Fife Lake

This is a wonderful little retreat in the woods and was perfect for me and my husband for a nearby wedding. We spent time in Traverse City and Interlochen with short drives for both. Apartment was clean and cozy and just what we needed. Tonya is a wonderful host and made us feel very welcome!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tom M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great night at Fife Lake

My wife and I thoroughly enjoyed stay here. Very quiet, peaceful location. Extremely clean and inviting quarters with privacy. Can bike to town, light traffic. Tonya was a great host to make sure you had what you needed. Highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Adam S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful retreat

Relaxing place to stay. Host checked in to make sure we had what was needed and responded quickly to questions. The property is beautiful and quaint. There were wild trilliums in bloom outside the bathroom window. Fresh flowers in vase on arrival, and there were goodies in fridge and on table. Location was great for daytime adventures and we even got to see the northern lights walking around Fife lake one evening.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We had a very enjoyable time during our stay. The parking access close to the entrance and on the same level. The room and bedding was scent free and had plenty bedding and towels. The owner was very easy to contact and responded back to messages quickly when unable to answer the calls directly.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023