The Bird's Nest

3 Bedroom(s) | 1 Bathroom(s) | Sleeps 8
  • Kitchen, dining, and living area.
    Kitchen, dining, and living area.
  • Back house/yard
    Back house/yard
  • Side/Front door
    Side/Front door
  • Back house/yard
    Back house/yard
  • Living and dining area.
    Living and dining area.
  • Living room.
    Living room.
  • Dining table.
    Dining table.
  • Bedroom with queen bed.
    Bedroom with queen bed.
  • Bedroom with Full bed.
    Bedroom with Full bed.
  • Bathroom with shower only.
    Bathroom with shower only.
  • Bathroom with shower only.
    Bathroom with shower only.
  • Bathroom with shower only.
    Bathroom with shower only.
  • Bedroom with trundle.
    Bedroom with trundle.
  • Bedroom with trundle.
    Bedroom with trundle.
  • Access to deck and High Lake.
    Access to deck and High Lake.

Sleeps 8
3 Bedrooms

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

PARKING: 3 spaces above the house, steep driveway

-- POLICIES --

- Pets 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

Amenities

queen
shower
toilet
twin/ single
churches
cinemas
coin laundry
festivals
library
marina
playground
restaurants
winery tours
Dining
Games
Television
Heating
Internet
Iron & Board
Linens Provided
Living Room
Parking
Towels Provided
Wifi
Free Wifi
Fire pit
Coffee Maker
Dishes & Utensils
Kitchen
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Stove
Toaster
bird watching
walking
Beach
Lake View
Water View
Waterfront
Kayak / Canoe
Outdoor Grill
bedroom
cycling
fishing
fly fishing
freshwater fishing
jet skiing
paragliding
roller blading
sailing
sound/bay fishing
swimming
tennis
water tubing
children welcome
pets considered
Private entrance
necessary
Dining Area
Adventure
Away From It All
Budget
Family
Sports & Activities
Smoke detectors
Carbon monoxide detector
Fire extinguisher
Emergency phone number: Police
Emergency phone number: Fire
Enhanced cleaning practices
Clean with disinfectant
No-contact check-in and check-out
High touch surfaces cleaned with disinfectant
Towels and bedding washed in water that's at least 60sC/140sF
SafeHome (VRMA & VRHP)
Linens & Towels
No Air Conditioning provided
Window Air Conditioner
Fans
No Washer/Dryer
Full Kitchen
Utensils
Cookware
Coffee Maker
Coffee grinder
Stove
Oven
Microwave
Toaster
Blender
No dishwasher
Internet (Wifi)
Television(s)
Roku Streaming Player
Board Games
Fire Pit
Gas Grill
Deck
Dock
Boat Mooring
Kayak(s)
Paddle Boat(s)
Paddle Board(s)
Beach Chairs
Exceptional Sunrises
Exceptional Views
Sunrise view
Waterfront
Sandy Lake Bottom
On Beach
Traverse City Area
Grand Traverse County
Spider Lake
TCT
Boating
Fishing/Fly Fishing
Swimming
Mt Holiday skiing winter
Tubing (winter)
Elmbrook Golf Course
Turtle Creek Casino
Grace McDonald Park
Horse Shows By the Bay-Acme
Cherry Festival
Bike rentals
Winter sports Mt Holiday ski
Great Lakes Equestrian-Acme
Grand Traverse Distillery-TC
The Filling Station Brewery-TC
The Grand Traverse Commons

Guest Reviews of sandy waterfront near traverse city on high lake dock, kayak, firepit! pet ok

Traverse City , MI
Vacation Rental Reviews by
4.5 out of 5 stars based on 2 user reviews

Stunning view!

         

Review date: 2024-06-24

Review by Vickie G.
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.
4 out of 5 stars
Manager Response:
So glad you enjoyed! Do visit us again.

Great Spot!

         

Review date: 2023-08-05

Review by Brandon S.
Very happy with the rental. Everything was great.
5 out of 5 stars

Response date: 2023-08-07

Manager Response:
Thank you!
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