Sunlit Historic Loft - Walk to Dining, Shop & Bay

Entire condo in Traverse City, Michigan

  1. 4 guests
  2. 1 bedroom
  3. 2 beds
  4. 1.5 baths
Hosted by Brian
  1. Superhost
  2. 9 years hosting

Listing highlights

Top 5% of homes

This home is highly ranked based on ratings, reviews, and reliability.

Self check-in

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Beautiful area

Guests love this home’s scenic location.
The Observatory Loft blends modern comfort with the historic character of Building 50 in the Grand Traverse Commons.

Steps from cafés, dining, shops, wineries, and trails, it offers a calmer, more thoughtful stay than a typical short-term rental, with thoughtfully selected furnishings, a premium king bed, and a kitchen designed to be used.

Just minutes from downtown, the bay, and Traverse City wine country.

Designed as a space we genuinely use and care for.

The space
Living Area:
Open-concept and filled with light, the living area features soaring ceilings, oversized industrial windows, and thoughtfully selected furnishings in walnut, brass, and leather. It is a calm, sunlit space to slow down, read, or unwind after a day around town.

Kitchen:
A full kitchen with modern appliances, quality cookware, utensils, coffee setup, wine glasses, and a dining table for meals at home. Designed to be genuinely useful, whether you are making breakfast before the farmers market or opening a bottle in for the evening.

Bedroom Area:
A premium king bed (high end mattress) with quality linens, a comfortable mattress, and soft lighting for a restful stay. Please note that the loft is open-concept and does not have a fully enclosed bedroom.

Bathroom:
Modern bath and shower with fresh towels and local bath products from The Refillery TC, located downstairs in the Commons, including shampoo, conditioner, and body wash.

Workspace:
A dedicated desk and chair with fast Wi-Fi, well suited for remote work, longer stays, or a quiet place to catch up between outings.

Balcony:
A private walk-out balcony on the third floor, ideal for morning coffee, fresh air, or winding down in the evening.

Guest access
Guests have the entire loft to themselves. You’ll also enjoy free on-site parking and smart lock check-in.

Please note: access to the loft's primary bathroom and bedroom requires use of a spiral staircase, which may not be suitable for all guests.

Other things to note
If you have additional requests or accommodations, please reach out, we are flexible and want you to have the best experience in our lovely home and city!

- Sleeps up to 4 guests (1 BR + sofa bed). Best suited for couples, solo retreats, or small families.

- Free on-site parking (can be tight midday, but evenings/mornings open up).

- Building is secure with elevator access.

Where you’ll sleep

What this place offers

Kitchen
Wifi
Dedicated workspace
Free parking on premises
TV

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Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 17 reviews.

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This home is in the top 5% of eligible listings based on ratings, reviews, and reliability

Overall rating

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Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars for cleanliness

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Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for check-in

Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars for communication

Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars for location

Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars for value

Where you’ll be

Traverse City, Michigan, United States

Meet your host

Superhost
20 reviews
5.0 out of 5 average rating
9 years of hosting
Born in the 80s
Where I went to school: Western Michigan University
Hi, I’m Brian! When I’m not hosting at Observatory TC, you’ll usually find me outdoors - exploring, tending to the garden, or out on the trails with my Newfoundland dog, Poppy. I love cooking (especially with fresh, local ingredients), sharing good meals, and spending time with my partner, Anna. Travel, design, and slow living are big inspirations for me, and I try to bring that same sense of care and reflection into the space.

Brian is a Superhost

Superhosts are experienced, highly rated hosts who are committed to providing great stays for guests.

Co-hosts

  • Anna

Host details

Response rate: 100%
Responds within an hour
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Things to know

Cancellation policy
House rules
Check-in after 3:00 PM
Checkout before 11:00 AM
4 guests maximum
Safety & property
Carbon monoxide alarm
Smoke alarm
Some spaces are shared