StepsToBeach HotTub Fireplace North Coast Gem

Entire chalet in Traverse City, Michigan

  1. 4 guests
  2. 2 bedrooms
  3. 2 beds
  4. 1 bath
Hosted by Lauren And Tom
  1. Superhost
  2. 8 years hosting

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Great location

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Feel the allure of this elegant 1940s North Coast Log Chalet. This fully remodeled chalet seamlessly blends vintage charm with modern amenities & trendy design. Cozy up by the stunning stone fireplace, relax in the hot tub under glimmering string lights & towering pines, or gather by a creek-side fire. Nestled on the rippling flow of Mitchell Creek, steps to the beach, nature in the city locale, a timeless log cabin aura. For those seeking an enchanting Northern escapade in the heart of it all.

The space
Located in the Center of the Northern Michigan Scene. Esch's Chalet, Newly Remodeled 1940s North Coast Log Chalet Sleeps 4. Perfect for a Laid-Back Group of Friends, Couples, Co-Workers, & Families Looking for an Authentic Northern Michigan Experience.

- Pet Friendly for Well Behaved Dogs. (See Easy Pet Policy Below & Must Add Pets to Reservation Count)
- Meticulously Prepared & Cleaned for Your Stay
- Incredible Central Location Steps from the Beach & Tart Trail (Paved to Downtown TC)
- Our Cottages Exclusively Offer a Nature in the City Experience Found Nowhere Else Right in TC
- Luxurious & Private 4-Person Hot Tub
- Cozy Original Stone Fireplace
- On-Demand Hot Water Heater Never Runs Out of Hot Water
- Free EV Charging
- Creek-Side Fire Pit
- Mitchell Creek Offers Diverse Fishing Depending on the Season
- State Land Trail Access Directly Out Back Door

- 2 Bedrooms w/ Queen Size Beds. Memory Foam Mattresses + Pillows
- 1 Full Bath

- Full Kitchen w/ Most Major Appliances + Stocked w/ Cookware, Glassware, Plates, & Utensils
- French Press or Drip Coffee Maker
- Coffee, Tea, & Sweetener Provided
- Charcoal Grill + Utensils for Grilling.

- All Clean Linens Will Be Prepared For You Including Bedding, Kitchen, Bath Towels, + Extra Blankets.
- Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Wash, & Q-Tips Provided

- Smart TV w/ Sling Cable + Roku for Personal Sign-In
- WIFI + Desk Area for Work or Pleasure
- Washer + Dryer

Have a larger group or want to get the whole family together, along with Esch’s Chalet we have two other adjacent cottages. Book two or all three to set up your own private retreat. Message for availability & more info.

Guest access
Entire Home, Personal Fire-Pit, Private Hot tub, Shared Driveway, & Shared Yard.

Other things to note
- Pet owners, please be advised on our easy, straightforward pet policy. 2 pet max, clean up after them, & please keep them off the furniture/linens.
- A waiver must be signed in order to access the hot tub.
-The exterior property of this home is monitored by Ring Home Security.
- Esch's Chalet shares a driveway with our neighboring two-bedroom Oneida’s Chalet to the North. Both cottages have their own private areas, also separated by an 8ft. privacy fence between them. You will each have two private parking spots. On the South, it shares a small amount of yard along the creek with Leland's Cottage, both have their own private yards as well. Please be conscious & respectful of other guests & pets when outdoors.
- With the great central location by the beach, we are located on a main road. While we're separated by a tall 8ft. privacy fence & trees, at times there will be some traffic noise on the property, more during the busier summer months. Our property offers the only place in Traverse City that you will find nature in the city.

Where you’ll sleep

Bedroom 1
1 queen bed
Bedroom 2
1 queen bed

What this place offers

Shared beach access
Kitchen
Fast wifi – 353 Mbps
Dedicated workspace
Free parking on premises

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Rated 4.96 out of 5 from 375 reviews.

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This home is in the top 10% of eligible listings based on ratings, reviews, and reliability

Overall rating

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Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars for cleanliness

Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for accuracy

Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars for check-in

Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars for communication

Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars for location

Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars for value

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Where you’ll be

Traverse City, Michigan, United States
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Neighborhood highlights

Centrally Located in the Heart of Traverse City & All it has to Offer!

- Less Than 1 Block from the State Park Beach on Grand Traverse Bay & the Tart Trail (Paved to Downtown TC)

- Access Downtown within Minutes by Car or Bike.

- 5 Miles from the Heart of Old Mission Peninsula & it's World Famous Wineries.

- 1.7 Miles & 3 Minute Drive to the Cherry Capital Airport.

- 7.3 Miles to Flint Fields Horse Park & Renowned Great Lakes Equestrian Festival.

- 5 Miles from Vasa Pathway, a Local Favorite for Hiking, Biking, and Skiing.

- Less than 35 Minutes to One of the Nation's Most Stunning Shorelines, Sleeping Bear Dunes National Park!

Meet your host

Superhost
1,040 reviews
4.95 out of 5 average rating
8 years of hosting
Born in the 80s
My work: Professional Host
We're a married couple who share a love for travel, our daughter, pup, & adventures. As avid travelers, we know how important an exceptional stay is. We all have limited time & opportunities to travel each year. These trips create amazing memories from time spent traveling with family, friends, co-workers, & loved ones. That is a responsibility we don’t take lightly. And why we, at North Coast Cottages, are committed to providing outstanding experiences.

Lauren And Tom is a Superhost

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Things to know

Cancellation policy
House rules
Check-in after 3:00 PM
Checkout before 10:00 AM
4 guests maximum
Safety & property
Exterior security cameras on property
Pool/hot tub without a gate or lock
Nearby lake, river, other body of water