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☀ Grand Traverse Bay Waterfront Condo

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Outdoor dining
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Fridge, microwave, stovetop, dishwasher
Combined shower/tub, hair dryer, towels
Reviews
8.4

Very good

Entire condo

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4400 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Outdoor SpaceOutdoor SpaceOutdoor Space
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Water viewWater viewWater view

Explore the area

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Williamsburg, MI
  • Popular LocationGrand Traverse Resort Golf Course3 min drive
  • Popular LocationTraverse City Beach4 min drive
  • Popular LocationTraverse City State Park5 min drive
  • AirportTraverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)11 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

☀ Grand Traverse Bay Waterfront Condo

Occupancy # 4 Guests (Adults & kids)

** Note!: We have lots of other properties in the area - check the link to see our inventory! https://thetruenorthproperty.com/ **

Enjoy breathtaking sunsets on the 600ft sandy beach of East Grand Traverse Bay with a natural wooded setting. This gorgeous studio condo at The Shores was newly renovated and upgraded throughout. Super-comfy with high thread-count linens and a retreat atmosphere - it is the perfect nest and springboard for your Up North fun and adventures. Lovely cedar deck to enjoy the water view. Flat-screen TV (cable included) and Wi-Fi. Full bath with vanity area. Kitchen with microwave, refrigerator, dishwasher, stove top, panini grill, blender, coffee maker, and electric kettle. Overlooking Grand Traverse Bay in a setting of towering pines, a flowing stream, and a beautiful sandy beach. Our ground-floor condo is located on East Grand Traverse Bay at the intersection of US31 and M72.

Pool access: This is a wonderful location regardless, however frustrating for all involved; this past year, the Resort that owns the pool put some strict policies in place only allowing guests that book directly through them or use it - even we as owners can't use it. That said, the beach is gorgeous, but they also host weddings there sometimes - however, you can walk along the beach to the left, and it extends to a public beach which is lovely too, and you'll always have access there.

There is one little semi-workaround if you really want a pool; you can book a spa treatment at the Grand Traverse Resort, and you'll receive access to the pool and facilities for the rest of the day. Just request the code to access the pool/locker rooms, and you'll be able to use their indoor pool, indoor/outdoor hot tubs, tennis courts, etc.

You also already have access to their shops, restaurants, and golf. 😌

-- Please input the correct number of guests to ensure our housekeepers are properly taken covered for laundry expenses! A $50 additional guest fee per guest will be auto-charged if guests aren't listed. --

Includes:
• Smart TVs with Netflix and other streaming platforms
• Free parking
• Bed types:
o First bedroom: 1 Queen-size bed
o 1 Queen-size pull out sleeper sofa

Amenities: Free parking, Coffee maker, Hair Dryer, Wifi

Complimentary with every True North Property Management booking:
⋆ 1 x Bottle of Chateau Chantal Celebrate Sparkling Wine
⋆ 30% off flight/glass reservations and bottles to take home @ Chateau Chantal
⋆ Complimentary Gym Access @ The Gym - Traverse City
⋆ Your Private Concierge - providing information, booking meals, and experiences, or organizing entire days tailored to what you love

Additional benefits:
⋆ 10% off wine tours with The Magic Shuttle Bus - some dates and exclusions may apply
⋆ 10% off boat rentals @ East Bay Marina
⋆ 10% off any rental @ Paddle TC
⋆ $15 off any motorized rental @ TC Watersports

True North exclusively available services:
⋆ Personal Chefs
⋆ In-room Massage
⋆ In-room Facials
⋆ In-room Pedicures & Manicures
⋆ Grocery Delivery Pre & Post-check-in / Pantry stock
⋆ On-site Comedian
⋆ On-site Photographer
⋆ On-site Yoga instructor
⋆ On-site Arts & Crafts
⋆ Catering
⋆ Bartending
⋆ Meal Delivery
⋆ Live Music
⋆ Craft Cocktail Experience
⋆ Bounce House
⋆ Guided Nature Hikes
⋆ Mobile Sauna
⋆ Special Occasion Packages Incl. Decoration
⋆ Boat & Watersport Rentals
⋆ Water Toy Rentals
⋆ Fishing Guide & Charters
⋆ Pet Walks

Short stays, weekly and monthly, are available. Horse Shows on the Bay is 8 minutes from this location. Downtown Traverse City is just 5 minutes away.
An exceptional location for easy access to all the fun activities this great area has to offer while still being 'away from it all'. Festivals abound in this area including Traverse City Film Festival, beer, music, and wine Festivals, and The Cherry Festival. Terrific shopping in waterfront villages and towns.

House Rules:
• Non-smoking. (There will be a $1000 penalty for smoking inside the premises)
• Linens provided (please bring your own beach towels).
• No daily maid service.
• Please input the correct number of guests to ensure our housekeepers are properly taken covered for laundry expenses! A $50 additional guest fee per guest will be auto charged if guests aren't listed.

CHECK-IN TIME: 4:00 PM
CHECK OUT TIME: 11:00 AM

Distance to:
• Downtown Traverse City (7.5 mi)
• Cherry Capital Airport (5.9 mi)
• Traverse City State Park Beach (4.1 mi)
• Meijer (1.5 mi)
• McGee's 72 (0.8 miles)
• T-Bar & Grill (2.9 miles)
• The Clubhouse @ Grand Traverse Resort and Spa (1.3 mi)
• Mt. Holiday (3.0 mi)
• Bijou by the Bay (8.1 mi)
• Mari Vineyards (9.9 mi)
• Stone Hound Brewing Company (0.9 mi)
• Sunset Launch (3.0 mi)
• TC Watersports (3.2 mi)
• PNC Bank ATM (0.2 mi)
• Speedway (0.3 mi)
• iNDIGO Health Partners (9.0 mi)

We welcome you with open arms!

Property manager

Christian Gissing

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Massage

Internet

  • Available in the condo: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Coin laundry

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Single level property
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Boat on site
  • Golf on site
  • Kayak on site
  • Optional golf privileges on site
  • Water park on site
  • Water sports equipment on site
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • 1 unit
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Property located in a resort
  • Unit size: 400 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
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

Property is also known as

Shores Amazing Waterfront Studio Williamsburg
Shores Amazing Waterfront Studio
Grand Traverse Bay Waterfront Condo Williamsburg
Grand Traverse Bay Waterfront Williamsburg
Condo Grand Traverse Bay Waterfront Condo Williamsburg
Williamsburg Grand Traverse Bay Waterfront Condo Condo
Condo Grand Traverse Bay Waterfront Condo
Grand Traverse Bay Waterfront
The Shores Amazing Waterfront Studio
Grand Traverse Bay Waterfront
335386

About the neighborhood

Acme

Located in Williamsburg, this condo is on the beach. City Opera House and Village at Grand Traverse Commons are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Torch Lake. Music House Museum and Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Grand Traverse Resort Golf Course - 3 min drive
  • Traverse City Beach - 4 min drive
  • Traverse City State Park - 5 min drive
  • Turtle Creek Casino - 6 min drive
  • Front Street - 10 min drive

Getting around

  • Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • Culver's - 6 min drive
  • Starbucks - 10 min drive
  • Stone Hound Brewing - 17 min walk
  • Smoke and Porter Public House - 5 min drive
  • Bourbons 72 - 7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is ☀ Grand Traverse Bay Waterfront Condo pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at ☀ Grand Traverse Bay Waterfront Condo?

As of May 24, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at ☀ Grand Traverse Bay Waterfront Condo on May 27, 2024 start from $120.0, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at ☀ Grand Traverse Bay Waterfront Condo?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at ☀ Grand Traverse Bay Waterfront Condo?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is ☀ Grand Traverse Bay Waterfront Condo located?

Nestled on the beach, this Williamsburg condo building is within 1 mi (2 km) of Grand Traverse Resort Golf Course and Lake Michigan. Traverse City Beach and LochenHeath Golf Club are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 21 out of 37 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 37 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 37 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 37 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 37 reviews" "

7.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Sean

Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

kim z.

Liked: Cleanliness
JUL in TC MI
Good location…comfortable stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

4/10 Poor

Joel P.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Weekend stay - Decent place, not that clean, poor service
Disappointed in the cleanliness and Christian the property manager never responded or answered questions. Even after check out I still never heard from him. Just noticed a week later my deposit was not refunded. Reached out again and still nothing. Do not recommmend!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

4/10 Poor

John C., Angola, Indiana

Needs updated
Picture of property is not what property looked like.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

2/10 Terrible

Scott S.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Not Ready For Guests
The unit was not thoroughly clean. There was visible dust on the furniture, crumbs on the couch, cobwebs and dead bugs over the front entry. The counters, sinks, linens, and toilet all appeared clean but the visible dirt made us question everything. The management company promptly found another unit for us to use during our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly D., Grand Haven MI

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute studio condo in a perfect location on the bay.
Very nice studio condo perfect size for a couple. Some nice updates, and location is great with beach right outside the deck.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Scott C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Ideally Located
The location was the perfect spot to call home as we ventured out on daily trips to Sutton's Bay, Charlevoix, Petoskey and the UP. But we didn't have to travel more than a few steps to the beach each evening to enjoy the beautiful sunsets on Grand Traverse Bay.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021

2/10 Terrible

Vadim K.

Disliked: Cleanliness
By far the worse rental experience
Took vacation day to arrive early. Paid for early check in (2pm)Arrived at dirty condo. Called property manager. He said cleaning crew is on the way. 4 o’clock no one arrived. No call or anything. Note: Had pregnant wife and two kids just sitting in car for hours just waiting. Ended up checking in at 6 pm. Missed even dinner. Next day apartment upstairs had our clothes ruined due to ash and cigarette burns which were drying on the patio. Oh… and property manager offered me “Partial cleaning fee removed” due to all the check in issue. Just unbelievably by far the worst experience
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Catherine R., Michigan

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay!
Relaxing stay in great location away from hustle and bustle of Traverse City. Condo was clean and well stocked. Beach and surroundings were beautiful. Will stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Valerie S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely stay
Stayed here from June 19-23 2020. Property was smaller than expected, but had everything we needed. Very comfortable. Owner very responsive to all inquiries in an incredibly timely fashion. We left the property clean, but have yet to receive our deposit back. (4 days later). Not a bad drive to TC, and beach was nice. Pool and beach club closed (no fault to property owner- Pandemic and all). I imagine that if all activities were going on it would have been a much livelier atmosphere. There’s a fire pit on the beach, as well.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2020

8/10 Good

Carl S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location! Owner very attentive to any problems.
The Lake, beach, and pool access right across the footbridge was great! This unit has a private little patio out the sliding doors, unlike many of the other units that share a patio with your neighbor. Unfortunately, we found the AC was not working correctly. However, the owner went above and beyond our expectations. He was easy to contact and he even brought over a fan to help make us more comfortable. The very next day he had someone out and the AC was repaired. We we very happy with his timely response to our problem with the unit. Only two things that could make our stay better: The refrigerator is super tiny and had a non functional / frozen solid ice maker. Also, there is no way to dry wet beach towels and swim suits. Would be nice if there was a coin operated dryer in the complex we could use. Other than that the place is great and the owner is fantastic.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Peggy h.

Liked: Cleanliness
Condo was exactly as depicted. Perfect getaway for two!
Check in went smoothly, had slight issue with the door code which the condo manager fixed immediately over the phone. Had a great trip.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Marie S.

Cute place
Very convenient and cozy!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Julie C.

Excellent
Excellent location, clean. Would definitely come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018

8/10 Good

Tara E.

Great, quiet location. Affordable and close to the city.
It was a really nice room. Had wonderful access to a little beach. Only a 5 minutes drive into Traverse City. The owner was easy to contact. We did have an issue with the cleanliness. Previous guests were not very courteous and the maid didn’t get all of their mess removed. Other than that, it was a fun place to stay! Better than a hotel room!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018

8/10 Good

Jerry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location for our needs and very comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

beth g.

Small,but perfect!
We thoroughly enjoyed our condo stay. It was clean, well furnished and the bed and bedding was very comfortable. We will stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2017

10/10 Excellent

megan t.

Wonderful condo! Perfect location!
the condo was fantastic. everything we needed for the perfect weekend getaway. close to pool and lake. comfy bed and plenty of room.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2017

8/10 Good

Roberta F.

Nice
Nice
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2017

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Great spot for a fun Traverse City getaway!
A small but clean unit on the first floor. Has everything you need for a relaxing trip in Traverse City. Mini fridge, microwave, coffee maker, toaster, and dishwasher. A very short walk away is the pool and beach. We enjoyed a late night glass of wine by the fire pit with some live music! The only drawback is that the resort is a little further away from downtown TC then other options, but the pool and beach made it all worth it for us. Great spot!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2017

6/10 Okay

Mark S.

Great location, lacking some basics
We enjoyed our stay and had a pleasant time. Some basic items were missed. There are 5 light bulbs in the bath, 3 were non-functioning. Stayed 3 nights but we were only given 3 washcloths for the two of us. I know that these are petty items but just a little attention to the details would give a much better perception. The bed was very comfortable which was the key item.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

Paul M.

Excellent condo. Excellent service. Excellent owner.
Two years in a row, and this location did not disappoint. The condo isn't the biggest, yet it worked just fine for our family. Can't beat the location and the amenities on the property.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

Sheri T.

Great location, clean, enjoyed our stay!
Had everything we needed, clean. Owner available if needed. Great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2017

8/10 Good

Sarah B., Delaware

Great location and clean, cute place!
Would love to come again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2017

10/10 Excellent

Hayley L.

Nice, clean, comfy place to stay
This studio was a perfect place for us to stay for the Bayshore Marathon weekend. The room was clean and the bed was comfortable. It's just a short walk from the room out to the bay, where we enjoyed a couple beautiful sunsets. Our only complaint was that we ran out of toilet paper and there wasn't any extra available. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2017

General property information

Check-In Time
4:00 PM
Check-Out Time
11:00 AM
Location
Williamsburg
Structure Type
Condo