Experience gorgeous Lake Michigan views from this 3 bedroom/2 bath lake house. During the day you can enjoy the private beach, collect Petoskey stones, swim, bike, or kayak. Then settle in around the fire for the evening, listening to the water and stargazing. Centrally located in Ellsworth near Torch Lake, Charlevoix, Elk Rapids, and Traverse City, Sunset Cedar House is the also the perfect hub for the area's hiking, biking, and skiing. Fully-equipped kitchen, grill, firewood provided. The space CONTACT ME BEFORE BOOKING DURING HIGH SEASON :) During the high season a week-long booking is required. For 2024 the high season starts on June 15th and ends on September 7th. High season rentals are Saturday to Saturday. The cottage provides all of the must-haves: - Wifi and cable - Main floor washer and dryer - Modern kitchen with filtered chilled water and ice dispenser, dishwasher and Keurig coffee maker - Air conditioning (1 ton hotel-style unit on first floor) - Wood-burning fireplace (available in the off-season) We love our furry guests! We allow one mature, house-trained dog under 70 lbs. The non-refundable pet fee is $150 per stay. You can add your pet when setting the number of guests. After booking, we'll send you a pet agreement to sign and return. Thank you! Sunset Cedar Beach House is located on Grand Traverse Bay just 20 minutes south of Charlevoix and a few miles north of Torch Lake (Eastport). It provides a dramatic view from a bluff about 15' above the water with an easy switchback path down to the water's edge. The house views the Leelanau Peninsula across the bay with Lake Michigan to the north and Grand Traverse Bay to the south. A large partially covered deck overlooks the lake. You can enjoy the view and the sunset from the beach, the bluff or even the master bedroom balcony (or from the kayaks out on the bay). Enjoy a fire during the cool nights in the fireplace or in the fire pit overlooking the bluff. Just down the switchback pathway is your own private beach. The beach has sand and smooth rocks. The bay is shallow which makes it great for young children. The house has 1,300+ sq. ft. of living space. The kitchen has quality stainless steel appliances including refrigerator with filtered water dispenser, stove/oven, dishwasher, microwave and disposal. Lots of modern conveniences like a Keurig, blender, crockpot, etc. and you can see the lake while you cook. A small grocery store with a great deli (and delicious summer BBQ) is only 5 minutes away. There are three private bedrooms plus a sleeper sofa. There are two bathrooms, one with tub and one with shower. The master bedroom upstairs has a king bed, dedicated work space, and large balcony that all overlook the lake. The second upstairs bedroom has a queen bed and a futon chair. It also has a TV and games and serves as the “game room." A bathroom with a bathtub is located between the upstairs bedrooms. The main floor bedroom has a queen bed and is smaller but nice and private for sleeping. The main floor bath has a shower and washer/dryer. High speed internet is provided along with Netflix, Disney+ and streaming movies. Spectrum cable TV is also available. Tivo systems are provided and there are blu-ray players as well. There are also board games, puzzles and video games (Xbox, Play Station and Switch) for rainy and/or slow days. For guests with small children, we provide a pack 'n' play, a portable high chair, plastic dishes/cutlery, a portable night light, and a few toddler toys like blocks, puzzles, etc. To keep you cool there are three ceiling fans and a 1-ton air conditioner in the living/dining room (NO CENTRAL AIR CONDITIONING). There are kayaks, a stand up paddle board, a lily pad, and 4 bikes that can be used to enjoy the bay. Amenities • Cable TV & multiple ultra high-def TVs • Internet with WiFi • Telephone • Air Conditioning/Heating • Fireplace • Washer & Dryer on main floor • Main floor bathroom: toilet, shower • Upstairs bathroom: toilet, combination tub/shower • Linens provided • Bath towels provided (bring your own beach towels in the off-season) • Basic soap/shampoo • Hair dryer • Ironing board and iron • Floor fans Safety features • Deadbolt lock • First-aid kit • Smoke detector • Fire extinguisher • Carbon-monoxide detector • Exterior lighting Location Type • Beach: 80' shoreline on Beautiful Grand Traverse Bay on Lake Michigan • Waterfront / Lakefront • Beach View/Water View/Lake View • Lake Michigan sunset on the beach Kitchen • Dishwasher • Refrigerator: Ice maker with filtered water • Stove • Oven • Microwave • Outdoor Grill • Coffee Maker • Toaster • Blender • Crockpot • Food processor • Dishes & Utensils: Fully equipped Dining • Seating for 8 people: 6 at table, 2 at counter Entertainment • Television: Multiple UHD TVs • Satellite / Cable: Internet year round, Cable TV in the summer and fall • DVD & Blu-ray players • Games: Board games, puzzles and video games • Video Library: Blu-ray movies, online video library • Video Games: Xbox One and Playstation 3 with games Outside • Lawn / Garden: Grassy area - perfect for cornhole or other lawn games • Balcony: Large enough for chairs • Kayak / Canoe: Tandem kayak plus second kayak • Bicycles • Beach Chairs • Deck / Patio: Large deck with Polywood dining set • Outdoor Furniture: Plywood Adirondacks around the fire pit all year, cedar swing on the bluff in the warmer months. • Water Sports Gear: Stand up paddle board plus water toys provided • Ski & Snowboard at nearby winter resorts • Golf: Nearby courses Notes • Maximum of 3 vehicles Policies Cancellation Policy • Bookings at this property are non-refundable. Damage and Incidentals • You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay. House Rules Check in after: 4:00 PM Check out before: 10:00 AM • Children allowed • Approved dogs allowed • No parties/events • No smoking anywhere on the property • Max guests: 6 Also note: • Maximum of 3 vehicles, Speed limit 15 MPH • Property may not be sublet and the Guest must be present for the entire rental period • Beach frontage is constantly changing and advertising photos will not necessarily depict the beach and water level as it might be during the rental. Guest access Grand Traverse Bay water frontage is constantly changing and advertising photos will not necessarily depict the beach and water as it might be during the rental period. Higher water levels reduce and could potentially eliminate beach area.