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Modern Retreat Near TC & Trails | Sauna

Traverse City, MI, United States
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About

Nestled among the tranquil woodlands of East Bay, this contemporary residence offers an idyllic setting for your next getaway. Situated just east of downtown Traverse City, it places you within a convenient 5 min drive of Mt. Holiday, the VASA Trail, and Timber Ridge, while downtown TC is a mere 15 minutes away. Additionally, you'll find many local breweries, pizzerias, and grocery stores nearby. If cool design, wild siding choices, and a super comfy layout are your jam, book The Holiday House.

Good to know

This inviting two-story residence is complete with a spacious full basement. The upper level features two cozy bedrooms, a well-appointed bathroom, and a charming mini-living area, all complemented by a delightful outdoor birds-nest deck offering serene wooded views. On the main level, you'll discover a generously sized kitchen and living area, a well-equipped bathroom, a coffee bar, and an impressive, sprawling deck perfect for gatherings. Notably, the kitchen boasts a unique feature—the entire oven doubles as an air fryer! In the basement, you'll find laundry facilities, an additional bedroom, and a high-definition projector ready to transform your movie nights into cinematic experiences, complete with a popcorn corner for that authentic theater feel. Outside, you'll find the perfect space to unwind, featuring a grand fire pit with comfortable seating and a new cedar sauna for you to enjoy. For your convenience, a Level 2 charging station with a J1772 plug is also installed for guests with electric vehicles.

Other Details to Note

If you're planning a winter stay, bear in mind that Northern Michigan is Old Man Winter's homeland. Roads can get slippery and may go unplowed, and events could be rescheduled or canceled. We strongly recommend arriving with a well-prepared vehicle equipped with all-wheel drive or snow tires. Please note that we have a Nest home doorbell/camera for added security during your stay.

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What this place offers

Amenities

Common

  • Air conditioning
  • Cleaning products
  • Cooking basics Pots and pans, oil, salt and pepper
  • Dishes and silverware
  • Dryer In the building, free or for a fee
  • Essentials Towels, bed sheets, soap, toilet paper, and pillows
  • Hair dryer
  • Heating Central heating or a heater in the listing
  • Kitchen Space where guests can cook their own meals
  • Dedicated workspace
  • TV
  • Washing Machine In the building, free or for a fee
  • Wifi

Bathroom

  • Bathtub
  • Body soap
  • Conditioner
  • Hot Water
  • Shampoo
  • Shower gel

Bedroom and laundry

  • Bed linens
  • Extra pillows and blankets
  • Hangers
  • Iron
  • Room-darkening shades
  • Clothing storage

Common

  • Air conditioning
  • Cleaning products
  • Cooking basics Pots and pans, oil, salt and pepper
  • Dishes and silverware
  • Dryer In the building, free or for a fee
  • Essentials Towels, bed sheets, soap, toilet paper, and pillows
  • Hair dryer
  • Heating Central heating or a heater in the listing
  • Kitchen Space where guests can cook their own meals
  • Dedicated workspace
  • TV
  • Washing Machine In the building, free or for a fee
  • Wifi

Bathroom

  • Bathtub
  • Body soap
  • Conditioner
  • Hot Water
  • Shampoo
  • Shower gel

Bedroom and laundry

  • Bed linens
  • Extra pillows and blankets
  • Hangers
  • Iron
  • Room-darkening shades
  • Clothing storage

Entertainment

  • Exercise equipment

Family

  • Babysitter recommendations
  • Baby safety gates
  • Board games
  • Children's books and toys
  • Children's tableware
  • High chair
  • Pack 'n Play/travel crib

Heating and cooling

  • Portable fans

Home safety

  • Carbon monoxide detector
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Smoke detector

Kitchen and dining

  • Baking sheet
  • Barbecue utensils
  • Blender
  • Coffee
  • Coffee maker
  • Dining table
  • Dishwasher
  • Freezer
  • Hot water kettle
  • Microwave
  • Mini Fridge
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stove
  • Toaster
  • Wine glasses

Location features

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Private entrance Separate street or building entrance

Outdoors

  • BBQ grill
  • Beach essentials Beach towels, umbrella, beach blanket, snorkeling gear
  • Fire pit
  • Garden or backyard
  • Outdoor seating
  • Patio or balcony

Parking and facilities

  • EV charger
  • Free parking on premises
  • Sauna

Services

  • Cleaning before checkout
  • Long term stays allowed Allow stay for 28 days or more

House Rules

If you’re booking winter dates, remember that Northern Michigan is the childhood home of Old Man Winter. Roads can be slick and go unplowed. Events might get canceled or rescheduled. We require that you bring a well-prepared vehicle with all-wheel/4-wheel drive or snow tires to this rental in the winter months. Please be respectful of the neighbors, and this is a no-party property!

Accessibility

Neighborhood

Nestled just 15 min from the heart of Traverse City and situated right on the outskirts of Acme, the Holiday Hills neighborhood is directly across from the eastern shoreline of Grand Traverse Bay. This is the perfect location for those looking for the ease and convenience of being close to downtown while also looking to enjoy outdoor recreation.

Guest Access

Convenience and security are paramount, with smart locks granting easy access to the house. There is tons of space for parking and a lot of privacy from neighbors.

Reviews

Erin
November 2025 · Airbnb
This home was so beautiful and comfortable. I have stayed in numerous Airbnb properties, and I must say, this home is better stocked than all others. The decor is stunning, and our hosts were responsive and detail-oriented. I will absolutely book this home again.
Rachel
November 2025 · Airbnb
What an outstanding getaway in the woods! Between the views, sauna, privacy and toys for our kids, it was everything we were looking for. We can’t wait to come back!
Kayla
October 2025 · Airbnb
Carrie’s home is beautiful and spacious. The sauna and fire pit are such nice touches to the property, and I loved being able to walk right out and take in the views from multiple vantage points. The home was spotless and we had a blast playing the provided board games. Will def visit again!
Ashley
September 2025 · Airbnb
The perfect Up North retreat! It’s close enough to Traverse City to enjoy shopping and great food and drinks, yet tucked away just far enough to feel like a private escape in the woods with every amenity you could possibly need or want. Every detail of this Airbnb has been thoughtfully designed and beautifully executed. The hosts were incredibly kind, warm, and responsive, providing wonderful local recommendations and answering any questions right away. Truly a 10/10 stay!
Jenna
September 2025 · Airbnb
We all absolutely loved staying at this home! Multiple times throughout our stay we were impressed by how thoughtfully stocked it is, Carrie has everything you could possibly need for your stay. The home is beautiful, peaceful, and centrally located. Cannot recommend enough! Thank you Carrie!
Midori
September 2025 · Airbnb
We have traveled extensively and this is on our top 5 Airbnb places to stay. It feels so secluded despite only being 15 minutes from DT. My parents live on Bainbridge Island, WA and this space reminded me so much of home. I love the modern space and the thoughtful touches. There were so many children books and toys for our two year old. The baby/toddler gates were a plus (thank you for supplying this) along with the high chair. Perfect for toddlers!!! We enjoyed the VASA trail and the Brown Bridge trail. We were conveniently located to so many cool spots — Brys Estate and Vineyard, distilleries, TC Pie Co, etc. we had dinner at Amical and I highly recommend all these places. This is our first time in Traverse City and we had a wonderful time. The space is perfect and it’s a total gem. The host was responsive and kind. She offered plenty of suggestions. We will come back here again. Thank you guys for making this memorable for my little family
Karen
August 2025 · Airbnb
The place is great. Beds were comfortable and plenty of space as described. It had everything you would need to cook. The lighting starters for the grill were very helpful since I normally don’t use a charcoal grill. Plenty of towels and bathroom supplies. Easy drive to many places in the area but very quiet and private. Carrie was very responsive to questions.

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Having your own or a rented vehicle is recommended when staying at this property. If visiting during winter, we strongly recommend arriving with a well-prepared vehicle equipped with all-wheel drive or snow tires.

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