On Bass Lake in TC, Game room, wifi, ac, fp, pets
4.5
Excellent(77 Reviews)House in Bass Lake, MI
8 guests · 4 bedrooms · 3 baths
Reasons to book
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
Includes essentialsGarden, Pets allowed, Kitchen or Kitchenette and more
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About this house rental
Peaceful and perfect describes S'more Fun located in Traverse City on Bass Lake. This home welcomes guests with 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. The living room has a cozy fireplace and beautiful lake views. The kitchen is fully equipped and "eat in" for morning gatherings. Up the stairs a large family room. A large-screen tv and a pool table provide entertainment, and a queen futon is available. On the lower level are three bedrooms. The lower level is a walk-out basement with 7-foot ceilings. The master bedroom has a king bed and a spacious walk-in shower. The other two bedrooms each have 2 queen beds. The home has central air conditioning, a gas fireplace, and wifi.
Outdoors is a beautiful landscaped space. The waterside features decks and a patio area for the fire pit. There is plenty of outdoor furniture too. A dock and canoe round out the outdoor amenities. Bass Lake is a great spot for fishing too! The yard area is a perfect place to play Bocce ball or croquet. The Game room in the garage includes ping pong and more. Stunning sunrises and starry nights are just some of the highlights to enjoy here.
This area is just out of town but close to everything. Visits to Interlochen/Grawn, Leelanau Peninsula, Old Mission Peninsula, or downtown Traverse City are all easy drives from here. Incredible Mo's Family Fun, grocery shopping, and farm markets are about 10 minutes away.
Check out local wineries, breweries, and specialty cheese shops like "the Cheese Lady". Enjoy fantastic restaurants and food trucks in downtown Traverse City. Visit the Sleeping Bear Dunes, cycle the Heritage Trail, and visit the Cherry Bowl Drive-In for family fun. Things to do in the area are endless. Come and see what all the buzz is about.
One pet is allowed.
STR22-00019
-- THE PROPERTY --
Sleeps 8.
Bedroom 1: King bed || Bedroom 2: Queen bed (2) || Bedroom 3: Queen bed (2) || Bed 4 Sofa bed futon located in family room
OUTDOORS: Gas grill, Fire pit, Canoes, Kayaks, Life jackets (adults), Croquet, Bocce ball, Patio, Outdoor dining table & chairs
INDOORS: Gas fireplace, WiFi, Pool table, Smart TV, Game room, DVD player, Books, Games, Ping pong table, Video games
KITCHEN: Cooking basics, dishware & flatware, dishwasher, microwave, toaster, oven, stove, coffee maker, trash bags, paper towels
GENERAL: Washer & dryer, towels & linens, toilet paper, bar soap, central A/C
MISC: 7-foot ceilings in walk-out basement
PARKING: Space for 5 vehicles
-- POLICIES --
- Pet allowed with fee
- No smoking
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Must be at least 18 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Cancellation: For reservations between Memorial Day and Labor Day, cancellations must be received at least 90 days prior to arrival in order for a full refund to be issued. No refunds will be issued for cancellations received less than 90 days prior to arrival. For off-season reservations, cancellations must be received at least 30 days prior to arrival. No refunds will be issued for cancellations received less than 30 days prior to arrival.
Outdoors is a beautiful landscaped space. The waterside features decks and a patio area for the fire pit. There is plenty of outdoor furniture too. A dock and canoe round out the outdoor amenities. Bass Lake is a great spot for fishing too! The yard area is a perfect place to play Bocce ball or croquet. The Game room in the garage includes ping pong and more. Stunning sunrises and starry nights are just some of the highlights to enjoy here.
This area is just out of town but close to everything. Visits to Interlochen/Grawn, Leelanau Peninsula, Old Mission Peninsula, or downtown Traverse City are all easy drives from here. Incredible Mo's Family Fun, grocery shopping, and farm markets are about 10 minutes away.
Check out local wineries, breweries, and specialty cheese shops like "the Cheese Lady". Enjoy fantastic restaurants and food trucks in downtown Traverse City. Visit the Sleeping Bear Dunes, cycle the Heritage Trail, and visit the Cherry Bowl Drive-In for family fun. Things to do in the area are endless. Come and see what all the buzz is about.
One pet is allowed.
STR22-00019
-- THE PROPERTY --
Sleeps 8.
Bedroom 1: King bed || Bedroom 2: Queen bed (2) || Bedroom 3: Queen bed (2) || Bed 4 Sofa bed futon located in family room
OUTDOORS: Gas grill, Fire pit, Canoes, Kayaks, Life jackets (adults), Croquet, Bocce ball, Patio, Outdoor dining table & chairs
INDOORS: Gas fireplace, WiFi, Pool table, Smart TV, Game room, DVD player, Books, Games, Ping pong table, Video games
KITCHEN: Cooking basics, dishware & flatware, dishwasher, microwave, toaster, oven, stove, coffee maker, trash bags, paper towels
GENERAL: Washer & dryer, towels & linens, toilet paper, bar soap, central A/C
MISC: 7-foot ceilings in walk-out basement
PARKING: Space for 5 vehicles
-- POLICIES --
- Pet allowed with fee
- No smoking
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Must be at least 18 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Cancellation: For reservations between Memorial Day and Labor Day, cancellations must be received at least 90 days prior to arrival in order for a full refund to be issued. No refunds will be issued for cancellations received less than 90 days prior to arrival. For off-season reservations, cancellations must be received at least 30 days prior to arrival. No refunds will be issued for cancellations received less than 30 days prior to arrival.
Amenities
Air conditioner
Pets allowed
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Garden
Family friendly
Map of Bass Lake, MI
Reviews
4.5
Excellent(77 Reviews)4.5
Sunrise and sunset were beautiful from the large window in the living area. Having the kayak was a nice plus for us. The property management group were simply Awesome. I called with questions several time and they were always helpful and responsive.
4.5
Overall we had a good time on our trip, but it had a rough start. Upon arrival the code we were given for the keypad did not work and we had to call the after hours line. It was then told to us they knew they keypad wasn’t working from the previous renter, we were directed to keys other locations on the property. I was called the day before to verify I had received the check in information, knowing the keypad didn’t work would have been helpful to know and would have saved a phone call later. After getting into the house we found dirty towels piled high in the laundry room, all beds unmade, and the house had not been cleaned. Another call was made to the after hours line. They did take care of it with an emergency cleaning and had people there within an hour (shoutout to the ladies that did come, they were very apologetic and focused on everything we asked). But it was a quick cleaning and trying to entertain small children who want to explore and are hungry after traveling was a challenge. It was a rough start but the lake was beautiful. Perfect for swimming, canoeing and kayaking.
4.5
The property was perfectly set up for my 3 adult sons and their significant others/friends. The pool table in the upper level family room is perfect! The views of the lake were a huge bonus. Huge accommodating kitchen for all 10 of us for games and dining.
4.5
We all had fun in the play room. Kitchen was stocked well. Beds were comfy. Plenty of room for a family vacation.
One of the showers leaked so that should be addressed.
Overall a great place.
4.5
Our family weekend of 8 adults and 1 grandchild(4 yrs) fit very comfortably into the home. We enjoyed waking up to the sounds and view of the lake. The upper pool/entertainment room and kitchen were great for us all to gather. Great location for venturing out too.
4.5
The location and view of the home was fantatsic. You have a beautiful view of Bass Lake from every room and the game room woth pool table was a huge plus. Short drive to downtown TC and other attractions.
The main complaint was the water smelled extremely badly of sulfur. Property manager told us to just run all the taps and open the windows but this only helped a little bit and the smell was still there by the end of our short stay. They never sent anyone out to look at the water softener (which is clearly the problem).
Other things we noticed that could be improved were small but would make a big difference. The tile in the main entrance is cracked and broken, garbage recepticles outaide were overfilled when we arrived, bedding was stained, and the floors were filled with sand and dust. Overall minor problems and a good place to stay.
4.5
The lady across the street threatened my daughter with her pit bull our …dogs were on leashes after they accidentally ran in her yard once she said she called the police and animal controll she scared my daughters and the dogs
4.5
One of our favorite areas to stay! Such a beautiful, peaceful and quiet place! The house was wonderful! Clean with great swimming and kayaking
4.5
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Bass Lake is a smaller lake with much less boating activity than Silver, Long or Spider Lakes - which makes it ideal for kayaking and fishing. The house is very close to the water but shrubs are beginning to take over the pier. The house is a lovely retreat to bring the family to. I do wish there was a curtain over the bedroom door (which leads to a nice deck) because the morning sun is very bright coming thru the patterned film over the glass in the door. The property management company is amazing - we had no water when we awoke on a Sunday morning - called the emergency number and Jack had a plumber there within the hour. Found the well pump was not working and needed a "well" guy to check it out. On a Sunday? Right. Again, Jack came through and the well pump was replaced, which was a fascinating operation to watch.
4.5
Great week at the lake with family.
4.5
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was clean.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
This home has everything our family is looking for and we look forward to staying again next year!
4.5
we found a few things were broken before we arrived so we immediately sent word of the items in question but got no response.
4.5
Property was nice. The only thing I would say is the stairs are not great, a few in our family slipped on the stairs. We were in town for a wedding so only had a short stay.
4.5
We had such a fun time staying at Smores fun. Our group came up for a soccer tournament, the kids had a blast being able to play outside, had space inside to play, and enjoyed the ping pong/Foosball/pool tables. The house was clean and well set up for our stay. Close drive to town and restaurants. Would recommend and will also look into it next time we're in town. Thank you!
4.5
We enjoyed being on the lake for a long weekend. Great location.
4.5
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
House is in a beautiful location, the lake is literally right out the back door and downtown Traverse is only a few minutes drive away. Plenty of space for multiple families though we were just three adult couple celebrating 20 year anniversary’s and our friendships.House is well stocked with all the amenities, was clean, and had plenty of room. One note: not a complaint but the downstairs two bedrooms, hallway and bathroom are not at full height ceilings. Anyone tall is going to walk around down there with hunchback for fear of scrapping their head.
4.5
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Our first stay in this lovely home that is close to everything you need - downtown Traverse City, restaurants and groceries - IF you decide to leave this great place. Three levels, well laid out, with a large game room on the third level with a 65” tv. You can tell the owners take pride in their vacation home with the upgrades they are doing. Bass Lake is beautiful and quieter than Silver Lake or Spider Lake (both at which we have stayed) - much less boat and jet ski traffic. The fire pit right by the beach area was a perfect way to end the day. We were so glad to find a house that didn’t have a steep decline to the beach area - so much easier when carrying towels, food & kids. The management company was the best we have ever dealt with - very responsive to any question we had - and this was our 8th year to rent a vacation home in Traverse City for 3 wks. We have found the perfect house for our summer vacation in Traverse City.
4.5
Great Lakehouse! Relaxing vacation spot
Enjoyed the Privacy and the Beach.
4.5
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
I was very happy with the location.
I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
I will start by saying our week vacation spent on Bass Lake was amazing! The lake was perfect for swimming, kayaking, and canoeing, which we did each of these daily. There is a nice little sandbar which we could swim to as well. I just wish the house had one additional kayak! Each night we enjoyed a nice fire, listened to the sounds on the lake and looking up at the stars. The house had a perfect layout and space which accommodated our family and dogs perfectly! The covered porch was amazing to sit on especially in the morning or when storms rolled in (thankfully we didn’t have much rain!). The location of the house was fantastic in proximity to Downtown Traverse City, Suttons Bay, and the Costco, Sams, Meijer and Target.A few negatives though included the leaking pea trap in the laundry room and in the kitchen it sounded like the dishwasher was constantly running. These pipes were in our bedroom so we had some background noise while sleeping. We did call but they said they were unable to bring someone out to have it fixed (understandable to find maintenance people but didn’t make it any less annoying!). We also wanted to try playing the WII one afternoon and it was broken! We replaced the controller batteries and tried a few things with no luck! Again this wasn’t a deal breaker just a slight disappointment. The garage was a great space with the ping pong and additional games, thankfully we didn’t have to use this much because of the near perfect weather! I did notice they also had 2 nice bikes with helmets but we didn’t utilize these. The pool table inside is in okay condition but didn’t have sticks that were usable, again thankfully we didn’t need inside entertainment. Overall minus the few issues it was a fantastic stay, beautiful family friendly property and we would go again!
4.5
There were few small issues, some were reminded some not. Main issue is that one cable on the deck railing was broken and that is the safety issue. As a surprise there was a gas in the grill, several fishing poles and related equipment and several life jackets. Very nice view, including some geese swimming nearby and a pair of Looms with two babes. Major issue we find with property description regarding two bedrooms in the basement. Listing says 7 ft ceiling, however one bedroom has the ceiling about 6’ 7-8” (my son in law is 6’ 6” tall and his hair is touching the ceiling. The other one has even lower ceiling, about 6’ 2-3” . The ceiling and entry door in the bath in the basement also has low ceiling - about 6’ 2”.
However, we liked everything else and we would rent it again.
4.5
Very nice house, quiet neighborhood on a beautiful small lake
There were few small issues, some were reminded some not. Main issue is that one cable on the deck railing was broken and that is the safety issue. As a surprise there was a gas in the grill, several fishing poles and related equipment and several life jackets. Very nice view, including some geese swimming nearby and a pair of Looms with two babes. Major issue we find with property description regarding two bedrooms in the basement. Listing says 7 ft ceiling, however one bedroom has the ceiling about 6’ 7-8” (my son in law is 6’ 6” tall and his hair is touching the ceiling. The other one has even lower ceiling, about 6’ 2-3” . The ceiling and entry door in the bath in the basement also has low ceiling - about 6’ 2”.
However, we liked everything else and we would rent it again.
4.5
Smores Fun
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was clean.
I was very happy with the location.
I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
The inside of the property was lovely - clean, spacious & very comfy. However, there's something in the water in the main floor bathroom that leaves a residue on the skin and tub. The outside of the property could benefit from some clean-up and maintenance. Over all though, we had a great time!
4.5
This was a stunning property. We loved the location and will definitely be returning. It was clean and spacious
4.5
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We did enjoy our stay at this house. It was a beautiful stay, all the stuff that we need it was available. Thank you
4.5
Amazing spot
This was a stunning property. We loved the location and will definitely be returning. It was clean and spacious
4.5
Had a blast for New Years. Only one hint that could have been better is if Michigan would have won the football game, but still 5 stars. Would definitely go back again. Go blue.
4.5
Beautiful home and surrounding area. The area got snow during our stay which only enhanced the ambience. Definitely recommend and would not hesitate to book again!
4.5
Awesome
Had a blast for New Years. Only one hint that could have been better is if Michigan would have won the football game, but still 5 stars. Would definitely go back again. Go blue.
4.5
Family vacation
Beautiful home and surrounding area. The area got snow during our stay which only enhanced the ambience. Definitely recommend and would not hesitate to book again!
4.5
Rating Details:
The property manager was more than helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
I was very happy with the location.
I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Overall we had a great stay ! We had stayed here in 2015 so had that visit to compare this one to. While the home was clean and comfortable, there were several minor issues with the home. Such as a loose toilet (master bedroom), loose faucet (master bedroom), malfunctioning microwave, loose floor tiles (master bedroom), difficult to use TV services. We also had to deal with a controversy with the neighbor over “boats”. Someone used his Peddle boat and his row boat ... he was not a happy camper...
4.5
Beautiful and Inspirational
Rating Details:
The property manager was more than helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
I was very happy with the location.
I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Overall we had a great stay ! We had stayed here in 2015 so had that visit to compare this one to. While the home was clean and comfortable, there were several minor issues with the home. Such as a loose toilet (master bedroom), loose faucet (master bedroom), malfunctioning microwave, loose floor tiles (master bedroom), difficult to use TV services. We also had to deal with a controversy with the neighbor over “boats”. Someone used his Peddle boat and his row boat ... he was not a happy camper...
4.5
We had a great time, we were visiting the area for a mountain bike competition therfore we didn't stay long enough to enjoy the patio/terrace, kayaking and all the great things this property has. We did use the pool table for a little competition, definitely a great feature if coming with teenagers and other adults. We are planning to return during the summer for a more friendly weather to enjoy the outdoors.
4.5
Great location and amenities
We had a great time, we were visiting the area for a mountain bike competition therfore we didn't stay long enough to enjoy the patio/terrace, kayaking and all the great things this property has. We did use the pool table for a little competition, definitely a great feature if coming with teenagers and other adults. We are planning to return during the summer for a more friendly weather to enjoy the outdoors.
4.5
This property is excellent if you are ok being a bit out of the way. It has plenty of space and light. One thing to note is that there are a lot of stairs, and the two bedrooms are basically on the ground level/basement, so it gets pretty chilly at night.
4.5
Right on the lake!
This property is excellent if you are ok being a bit out of the way. It has plenty of space and light. One thing to note is that there are a lot of stairs, and the two bedrooms are basically on the ground level/basement, so it gets pretty chilly at night.
4.5
Three generations hang out happily
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
I was very happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Highly recommend this large, comfortable lake house. Great for big kids and little kids. All the amenities you might need for a week on the lake Up North. Beds were great. Loved having 3 bathrooms. Very convenient to have laundry available. Wonderfully private lakefront - loved how quiet the lake was with very few motor boats. The lily pads were a beautiful surprise. Firepit received a lot of use. Worked out perfectly for our 3 generations of family for a week. We were all sad when vacation came to an end.
4.5
Okay
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was clean.
I was very happy with the location.
I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
It was good, you could tell it needed some TLC. Our family noticed that the blinds were broken in places, some of the siding was on the ground outside, the downstairs closet were my kids were staying the door would randomly fall. Thankfully not on them. The people of Traverse city were not the nicest. You could definitely tell that a dog was there prior to us and sand was still every were around the house. I understand this because of the beach. The toilet in the master bed room was wobbly.
4.5
Hard to Leave
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
This was our first family vacation in 13 years and we could not have chosen a better location to recharge, make memories, and enjoy the beauty Michigan has to offer. The home was clean. There was a wonderful variety of things to do, both indoors and out. Everything was in working order. We had such a fun and relaxing time. It was so hard to leave such a beautiful place.
4.5
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
I was very happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Absolutely stunning view of Bass Lake. We really enjoyed the paddle boat and kayaking on the lake. Close enough to TC to enjoy, but still private feeling. Only downside to the house are the very low ceilings. I’m only 5’4” and couldn’t extend my arms to stretch without hitting the bedroom ceiling. The master was a little higher ceiling, but if you’re tall you may want another rental. My 6’4” dad was not able to walk on the bedroom level without ducking.
4.5
Beautiful location
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
I was very happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Absolutely stunning view of Bass Lake. We really enjoyed the paddle boat and kayaking on the lake. Close enough to TC to enjoy, but still private feeling. Only downside to the house are the very low ceilings. I’m only 5’4” and couldn’t extend my arms to stretch without hitting the bedroom ceiling. The master was a little higher ceiling, but if you’re tall you may want another rental. My 6’4” dad was not able to walk on the bedroom level without ducking.
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in Bass Lake?
The average price for a rental in Bass Lake is $486 per night. This rental is $27 above the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Parking is not specified as an available amenity at On Bass Lake in TC, Game room, wifi, ac, fp, pets. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this house?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is On Bass Lake in TC, Game room, wifi, ac, fp, pets pet friendly?
Yes! This house is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.
What amenities are available at On Bass Lake in TC, Game room, wifi, ac, fp, pets?
We found 11 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, pets allowed, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, and fireplace.
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