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2 Blocks to beach, downtown. Sleeps 12. Porch, Deck, Fire Pit

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Exterior
Outdoor dining
Smart TV, DVD player, books, video library
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Dining

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

About this property

Entire place

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

2 Blocks to beach, downtown. Sleeps 12. Porch, Deck, Fire Pit

Enjoy lake life, up north outings and a family friendly small town! We have the best location--2 blocks to beach and downtown restaurants, shopping and dining! 3 parking spaces, great wrap around porch, deck, updated kitchen and fun extras like corn hole and fire pit! Elk Rapids is the perfect escape, a walking town with a wonderful main street and beautiful beach and playground on Grand Traverse Bay. We are also conveniently located to Traverse City, Torch Lake, Charlevoix and more for day trips!

Our home is one of the largest in Elk Rapids so everyone can have some personal space when needed. The second floor has 3 Bedrooms each with a queen bed, one of which has an additional sitting area with futon and TV. The 3rd floor has 4 twin beds, futon and TV. With the 3 bedrooms and the entire 3rd floor space, the home easily sleeps 10 and with the futons you can sleep up to 12.

Elk Rapids is the perfect escape, a walking town with a wonderful main street full of unique small shops, movie theatre and dining options, from the popular Towne Pub to Cellar 152 with its craft beer and wine to the new gourmet Pizza place, there is something for everyone.

If you are an equestrian, you can't find a better location for the Great Lakes Equestrian Festival held in June, July, August and September. An easy 15 minute drive will get you to the show with no traffic!

If you want to explore, Elk Rapids is centrally located for so many great Up North adventures year round. Traverse City is just a short drive with great events, shopping, mini golf and dining. If you are a wine drinker the Old Mission and Lelanau peninsula's offer a large number of wineries and tasting facilities. Nearby Torch Lake is perfect for renting a boat and enjoying this #3 most beautiful lake in the world! Charlevoix and Petoskey are less than an hour away, where you can check out the mushroom homes and Petoskey stones! And the famous Great Bear Dunes will give you a view and a challenge like no other!

Nothing renews the soul like a change of scenery. so treat yourself to a getaway that has something for everyone!

Boring but necessary details: We require all renters to be 25 years of age or older. Short term rental agreement required. 50% of rental due at time of reservation. Balance due 30 days before stay. Full refund if cancelled 60 days prior to first day of rental period. 50% refund if cancelled 30 days prior to first day of rental period. No refunds if cancelled less than 30 days prior to the first day of the rental period. Rental period during the peak season, June-August, is weekly from Sunday--Sunday. Check in at 4:00 p.m., check out at 10:00 a.m. During the off-season we allow weekend rentals (minimum 2 days) and we provide extended check in/out timing: check in is 1pm and check out is 4pm to allow you to make the most of your weekend get aways!

Property manager

Monica Toomey

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

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

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No lift
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city centre
  • On a lake

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
  • Unit size: 3,000 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property is also known as

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About the area

Map
Elk Rapids, MI

What's nearby

  • Elk Lake - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Elk Rapids Golf Club - 4 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Torch Lake - 18 min drive - 14.8 km
  • Torch Lake Park - 28 min drive - 28.9 km
  • Chateau Chantal - 46 min drive - 53.4 km

Getting around

  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Oasis Red Bull Tavern - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Pearls New Orlean Kitchen - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Peninsula Grill - ‬36 min drive
  • ‪Jolly Pumpkin - ‬38 min drive
  • ‪Chef Charles - ‬5 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is 2 Blocks to beach, downtown. Sleeps 12. Porch, Deck, Fire Pit pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at 2 Blocks to beach, downtown. Sleeps 12. Porch, Deck, Fire Pit ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 2 Blocks to beach, downtown. Sleeps 12. Porch, Deck, Fire Pit ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 2 Blocks to beach, downtown. Sleeps 12. Porch, Deck, Fire Pit located?

Located in the heart of Elk Rapids, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Veterans Memorial Park and Lake Michigan. Historic Elk Rapids Town Hall and Elk Rapids District Library are also within 5 minutes.

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2 Blocks to beach, downtown. Sleeps 12. Porch, Deck, Fire Pit Reviews

Reviews

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Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 48 out of 49 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 49 reviews
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Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 49 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 49 reviews

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Reviews

10/10

Used the property as the base for a birthday celebration in the downtown district. Great location, and outstanding service by property manager!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10

Great time in the ER area; wonderful house with lots of space, situated close to downtown, making it an easy walk to restaurants / bars.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10

Nice house located close to beach and downtown.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10

A great place to stay with a large family!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2019

10/10

Great location. Spacious house. Enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2018

10/10

We invited friends from out of town to stay at this property during our wedding weekend in Elk Rapids and all had a phenomenal time! There were enough places to sleep for all of us, and the quality of the space made everyone feel they were staying somewhere special. The Toomeys maintain their home very well and there was a delightful amount of space to sit on the porch or inside and catch up with loved ones. Would absolutely stay here again if given the opportunity!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10

We had a great time and would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018

10/10

Our family loved the house and accommodations were perfect for a family wedding in Elk Rapids. Owner was very thoughtful in providing information and convenience items.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018

10/10

What a lovely house. Spotless and comfortable!!! Easy walk into town. The kitchen was well stocked and a pleasure to cook in. The owner Monica was so helpful with any questions. We will definitely stay there again!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2019

10/10

Beautiful home, great for a large group of people. We rented 4 houses in town, and this one is where we congregated.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

10/10

We had an awesome time. The property was beautiful and all my friends loved the place. It allows for a lot of people to stay and is located in a nice neighborhood

10/10

Very nice home. Great location to enjoy the autumn colors. Check in process was flawless. Would definitely recommend to others.

10/10

Beautiful, roomy historic house! Great host with quick follow-up.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020

10/10

We had 9 guys stay here over the weekend. Everyone had beds and this house worked out perfectly! $20-30 Uber/lyft from Traverse City and walking distance to the lake and a beach! Great location, even better house, thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018

10/10

Awesome property!!! Easy to work with and so nice. Looking forward to staying here again. House exactly as described. Wonderful stay. Thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

10/10

It was awesome. The house is beautiful and was very spacious.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021

10/10

We arrived to this charming house and were excited to explore the town and property. We had three couples who had plenty of room to enjoy each other’s company. The house was well stocked and the owners were very helpful with suggestions for breakfast and dinners out. Great location, clean and comfortable!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018

10/10

Excellent host and rental for our group of 12 guys. Monica’s communication from start to finish was great and everything was what we expected. Would recommend to any large group.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10

This was our first time to visit Elk Rapids and loved the town, the beaches, the surrounding towns and this house! We had 2 of our sons, fabulous daughter-in-laws, and 4 grandchildren with us to enjoy walks to town and beaches and restaurants! The house was beautiful, clean, and well-supplied for a memorable week with all! Hope we can come again!

10/10

We were pleasantly surprised by how pretty and spacious this house was! Great to walk to the bars and restaurants on Main Street, and perfect size for a bachelorette girl’s weekend. Thanks Monica!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

10/10

Monica from start to finish was amazing and super accommodating. The house is gorgeous, super spacious for everyone. Monica’s family has thought of everything so just bring your self, clothes and toiletries. The town and beach are a short 2 block walk, kids were safe riding bike everywhere. Short drive to TC with all kids of things to do. So happy we booked and look forward to booking again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10

Monica's place was perfect for our family and I can't overstate how much we loved it. The location is perfect, the rooms are big and comfortable with large windows and abundant natural light. It's old and historic, which gives it character, but with all the modern amenities you need. It was very clean, the communication with Monica was great, and it had everything we needed for a great stay. We come to Elk Rapids every year and will be booking Monica's property. We can't imagine staying anywhere else!

10/10

We were a large group in town Memorial Day Weekend for the Bayshore races. Monica’s home is incredibly charming, well-appointed and in a great location in Elk Rapids. There was enough room in the house for our group of 12 runners/walkers! Monica is an incredible host and communicated with us often regarding check-in/checkout and providing lots of tips and recommendations for our stay. I will definitely refer others to this property!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10

We had a such a wonderful week in Elk Rapids over the 4th of July holiday. The house was incredible...great for families with young kids. It was fully stocked with everything we needed from linens and towels to all kitchen necessities. Monica was great to work with and checked in on us to make sure our needs were met. It's a short walk to the beach, and only a couple blocks away from delicious restaurants and shopping. We would stay there again in a heart beat! Thanks Monica & family!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018

10/10

This is a very good property in a great location. The living area is huge with two living areas plus the dining room and an office. The third floor attic is best for kids. Fortunately it has window type air conditioners as the second and third floor would get too hot for sleeping in 80 plus degree weather. Great porch!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019