The Wayberry Cottage-Beautiful Retreat-Close to Nature

5.0

Outstanding(131 Reviews)

Cottage in Sleeping Bear Dunes, MI

12 guests · 4 bedrooms · 2 baths

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

High-end valuePrice for this property is higher than average in the area

Includes essentialsGarden, Kitchen or Kitchenette, Air conditioner and more

About this cottage rental

For an updated video tour, please visit vimeo.com and search for "Wayberry Cottage". Jennie is always updating and changing things around as the seasons change or if she finds a new piece of furniture she thinks would be great at the cottage!

Or to reminisce on what the cottage looked like over 10 years ago, go to YouTube and search 'Wayberry Cottage'.

A Great Northern Michigan location close to Traverse City, Sleeping Bear Dunes, Glen Arbor, Crystal Lake, Frankfort.
The Wayberry Cottage, built in 2006, is a quiet retreat on 15 wooded acres surrounded by thousands of acres of forest. Located just 3 miles from the village of Lake Ann and 15 miles west of Traverse City, the Cottage offers up-north privacy and peacefulness with city conveniences nearby. WiFi is not available at the cottage. However, the brewery, coffee shop and library in the village of Lake Ann offer free WiFi.

Approximately 10 miles west of the Cottage is Lake Michigan where you can explore all the beaches, water activities, sand dunes, and lighthouses Benzie County has to offer. Other area lakes are also within minutes of your enjoyment.

The Wayberry Cottage is beautifully modeled after Northern Michigan cottages from the early 1900s while embracing all the comforts and benefits of modern living. Whether spending your days sightseeing or playing golf at Mistwood, a 27-hole course only 3 minutes away, come back to enjoy the hot tub or just relax on the screened-in porch while reading a good book. The Wayberry is sure not to disappoint.

Amenities

Air conditioner

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Fireplace

Parking

Laundry

Balcony or Patio

Hot tub or spa

Garden

Family friendly

Map of Sleeping Bear Dunes, MI

Nearby attractions

Sleeping Bear Dunes Overlook

18 mi

Dune Climb

19.2 mi

Mission Point Lighthouse

45.2 mi

Inspiration Point

34.1 mi

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The Wayberry Cottage-Beautiful Retreat-Close to Nature

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5.0

Outstanding(131 Reviews)

Cottage in Sleeping Bear Dunes, MI

12 guests · 4 bedrooms · 2 baths

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

High-end valuePrice for this property is higher than average in the area

Includes essentialsGarden, Kitchen or Kitchenette, Air conditioner and more

About this cottage rental

Amenities

Air conditioner

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Fireplace

Parking

Laundry

Balcony or Patio

Hot tub or spa

Garden

Family friendly

Map of Sleeping Bear Dunes, MI

Nearby attractions

Sleeping Bear Dunes Overlook

18 mi

Dune Climb

19.2 mi

Mission Point Lighthouse

45.2 mi

Inspiration Point

34.1 mi

Reviews

5.0

Outstanding(131 Reviews)

5.0

Aug 2024

We loved everything about our stay at Wayberry Cottage. Its tucked quietly in the prettiest woods but still near so many great spots- beaches, restaurants, shops and the dunes! The space was perfect for our family and friends ranging across all ages. Highly recommend!!

5.0

Jun 2024

What a beautiful property! Everything was clean and well-kept and the acreage is just gorgeous. It was private and cozy and everything our family wanted for our vacation. Matt & Jennie were easy to communicate with and very helpful. Looking forward to future visits!

5.0

Jun 2024

Our family enjoyed the quiet and privacy at Wayberry Cottage. The week passed by so quickly as the house is situated between Sleeping Bear Dunes National Park and Traverse City. The house is the perfect get away!

5.0

Jun 2024

Thank you for a great stay! Very clean house with all the thoughtful family extras! We had a wonderful time!

5.0

Feb 2024

Loved the cottage as it is secluded and peacefully surrounded by tall pines. The game room is nice as is the hot tub off the basement. Would definitely return.

5.0

Jan 2024

Great place, clean. We would definitely stay again.

5.0

Dec 2023

Super cute cottage, plenty of room, very clean and cozy. We loved the fire place and the hot tub! Would recommend for sure!!

5.0

Nov 2023

The house was cute, clean, and had everything we needed!

5.0

Oct 2023

This property was clean, beds were comfortable, the hot tub was great, and all communication was perfect! We will definitely stay again!

5.0

Sep 2023

Had a wonderful time at the Wayberry Cottage, the cottage had everything we needed to have a very comfortable stay. The property was very clean and organized. As a family we traveled to the TC area for a family wedding but plan on returning next fall and will definitely seek out the Wayberry Cottage again. The host Jennie and Matt were very responsive to all questions. We were sad to leave, but will be back.

5.0

Sep 2023

This is the perfect place to stay if you want to get away and to visit Traverse City. Close to all Traverse City’s attractions. The house is immaculate and comfortable; beautifully decorated well-maintained, and extremely accommodating for everybody’s needs. We had a wonderful stay. The hosts were professional and friendly, great communicators. No complaints whatsoever!

5.0

Sep 2023

We traveled to Wayberry Cottage for a girls weekend to celebrate my mom’s 60th birthday. The cottage is immaculately clean and exactly as pictured. I arrived at night and it reminded me of Mel’s cabin in the tv show, “Virgin River”. It’s the cutest place! The cottage had everything we needed; multiple gathering spaces to talk and play games (both indoor and outdoor), a well stocked kitchen, plenty of beds & linens, laundry, and lots of information about the area tucked in the kitchen. It’s a short drive into Lake Ann as well as easy, beautiful drives to Empire, Glen Harbor, and the Traverse City areas. Thank you for being wonderful hosts!

5.0

Sep 2023

Jennie and Matt were awesome and the privacy of this home is special. You are really away from it all yet 15 mins in the car you can be to any hotspot Empire and Lake Ann have to offer. Really cool, check it out!

5.0

Aug 2023

Great base camp for all the area has to offer. Short drive to sleeping bear dunes. Town of lake Ann has some great spots for coffee, drinks and pizza.

5.0

Jun 2023

Wayberry cottage was an absolute beautiful place to stay! The weather during our stay wasn’t quite what we hoped but being in this beautiful home that offered so much entertainment on site was a definite plus! The owners were very quick to respond and the house had everything we needed and more to make our stay perfect! Close to many different outdoor adventures and offering an adventure of its own I would recommend this house to anyone.

4.0

May 2023

a dish drainer would be helpful and a bit wider drive.

5.0

Apr 2023

It is a beautiful and charming cabin in the woods. The house is very nice and the accommodations where great. We enjoyed the pool table and foosball along with the hot tub. Outside there was horse shoe pits, ladder ball and a bonfire pit. The bedrooms are nice and spacious and the place had everything that we needed. Truly a great place to stay and we plan on coming back.

5.0

Apr 2023

Pool and foosball kept us busy. Curling in Maple City is a must try activity!

4.0

Mar 2023

Very nice accommodations. Everything in the listing was accurate. We had a great time.

5.0

Feb 2023

Booked this cute cabin for our family Christmas getaway trip. Great location away from the hustle and bustle but close enough to explore. Loved the amenities of the hot tub and pool table. Would recommend!

5.0

Feb 2023

A group of us stayed at Wayberry for a girls weekend. This is the best VRBO I’ve rented. The cottage was adorable, very clean and had every thing we needed. It’s very close to Traverse City and the cute little town of Lake Anne. We all agreed we would definitely come back!

5.0

Feb 2023

The property was very well taken care of and clean. There were clear instructions on check out procedures and the house had everything needed for cooking meals and sleep arrangements for our 10 person group. This spot is beautiful, surrounded by pines and secluded. It was an easy drive to Traverse City and I would have loved to explore more towards the lakeshore but we didn't have time. Owners were very helpful and great with communication. I would definitely recommend this rental and I will be looking at coming again!!

5.0

Jan 2023

Our stay at this property was perfect. We enjoyed the private location. The house is beautiful. We would love to come again.

5.0

Jan 2023

We had a great time at the Wayberry cottage! Everything was exactly as the listing states online, except they DO in fact have internet now which is a plus. The weather was crummy (rain in January) so some of our plans were thwarted, but we were still able to enjoy ourselves. There was plenty of room for two families with age ranges from 8 - 14 and the kids loved their own space in the basement. I definitely recommend this property!

5.0

Jan 2023

The Wayberry Cottage was one of the best rentals we've ever stayed in. The house was immaculately cleaned, stocked with everything we needed ++more, and perfectly settled within driving distance of Traverse City, Sleeping Bear Dunes, etc. The design of the house settled among beautiful pine trees looked like a Thomas Kinkade painting. Thanks Jennie and Matt for a wonderful NYE vacation!

5.0

Nov 2022

This is a very nice well-kept home. The furniture was very nice and comfortable. Very nice front porch and I loved the rocking chair. The hot tube was great also. Thank you for letting us stay in your home.

5.0

Nov 2022

Don’t hesitate if you’d love a romantic, cabin in the woods. OR a great family getaway!

5.0

Nov 2022

Very clean, pictures very accurate, host was great to work with! Well equipped kitchen.

5.0

Oct 2022

The cabin was beautiful. It was huge!

5.0

Oct 2022

Great stay with family

5.0

Sep 2022

Wayberry Cottage is a beautiful home and property, with lots of great amenities. Jennie and Matt are great hosts, making us feel welcome and who kept us up to date prior to our arrival.

5.0

Sep 2022

Beautiful place, so peaceful, all the things you need.

5.0

Sep 2022

The Wayberry Cottage was the perfect place for friends to get away to celebrate their 70th. birthdays and being friends since high school. The cottage had everything we needed and was large enough for all of us to have our own bedroom. The location was perfect and we enjoyed the beautiful ride on M22 and up to Glen Haven beach and Glen Arbor. Thanks for sharing your home with is!

5.0

Sep 2022

Enjoyed our stay at Wayberry! We had two families and there was plenty of room for our group. We loved the basement game room and hot tub. The house is peaceful and secluded but still an easy drive to Sleeping Bear Dunes. I did find some amenities lacking that we typically find in rentals—no laundry detergent, aluminum foil/plastic wrap, very few containers with lids to store leftover food—so plan to bring those items along if needed. Host was easy to communicate with. House was clean and well cared for. Would definitely stay again!

5.0

Sep 2022

Great place to stay!

5.0

Aug 2022

Such a cute place. Plenty of room and plenty of things to do at the cabin. Also not very far from Lake Ann brewery.

5.0

Aug 2022

We loved it! Perfect setup for our two families, close to everything. We had a great time.

5.0

Aug 2022

Perfect spot for a vacation up north. Secluded but 20 min from literally everything. The house is stocked with everything you will need. Very clean! The owners are easy to work with. Loved every min and hope to be back.

5.0

Jul 2022

This place is absolutely beautiful. Peaceful & relaxing, yet close to the dunes & Traverse City. It has everything you would need for a fantastic stay. Deer came to visit. Enjoyed coffee on the front porch swing in the morning. Roasting marshmallows around the campfire in the evenings. Very happy with this cottage and would definitely book again.

5.0

Jun 2022

Cozy wooded property nearby to Lake Anne, sleeping bear, and many breweries and wineries. We had a wonderful stay. Highly recommended.

FAQs

How much does this cottage cost compared to others in Sleeping Bear Dunes?

The average price for a rental in Sleeping Bear Dunes is $427 per night. This rental is $192 above the average.

Is parking included with this cottage?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at The Wayberry Cottage-Beautiful Retreat-Close to Nature. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this cottage?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this cottage. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is The Wayberry Cottage-Beautiful Retreat-Close to Nature pet friendly?

Unfortunately, this cottage is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

What amenities are available at The Wayberry Cottage-Beautiful Retreat-Close to Nature?

We found 11 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, fireplace, and parking.

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The Wayberry Cottage-Beautiful Retreat-Close to Nature

Cottage in Sleeping Bear Dunes, MI

Reasons to book

About this cottage rental

Amenities

Map of Sleeping Bear Dunes, MI

Nearby attractions

The Wayberry Cottage-Beautiful Retreat-Close to Nature

Cottage in Sleeping Bear Dunes, MI

Reasons to book

About this cottage rental

Amenities

Map of Sleeping Bear Dunes, MI

Nearby attractions

Reviews

FAQs

How much does this cottage cost compared to others in Sleeping Bear Dunes?

Is parking included with this cottage?

Is there a pool at this cottage?

Is The Wayberry Cottage-Beautiful Retreat-Close to Nature pet friendly?

What amenities are available at The Wayberry Cottage-Beautiful Retreat-Close to Nature?

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