A hidden gem located just a hop skip and a jump from all the places we love to visit and things we love to do! Waking up to the loons warbling , NO traffic sounds, a dock for my dock diving dog, a sandy shore for my " track the fishies" dog, a hammock, an outdoor eating area and a cozy cottage to relax in! It doesn't get any better for a much needed wind down get-a-way from work.

the cabins are rustic but clean. my husband enjoyed the fishing. the owners are wonderful! they were a pleasure to work with, answered any questions we had and made my family feel like their family. i would definitely stay here again!

Kathy and Mike were great hosts. The property is rustic, but lovely. Lots of loons. The deck has serene views of the beach and the beach is equipped for lots of outdoor seating, fire pit and a hammock. Kitchen is well equipped, bathroom on the small side but manageable. We’re building a home on the next lake west of Bass, so this cabin will be a great spot to hang out at as construction progresses.

Communication with the hosts was outstanding from prior to check in to check out and even suggestions for dinner. The property was quaint, private and super clean. We enjoyed our family time here and hope to return soon.

Spent my Sunday afternoon napping in the hammock ,lulled to sleep by the birds singing. Close to Traverse city yet far enough away to just relax and enjoy the beautiful views of the lake. Top water fishing was good with bass ,blue gills and even a turtle.

Great location. Amazing fishing right off the dock. VERY close to downtown Traverse City and the perfect direction so we never had to fight traffic. Very Clean and no Bugs.

Such a beautiful location! We came looking for fall colors and we found them! So close to everything yet so private and secluded.

We loved this little Bass Lake cabin! We rented a stand up paddleboard for the week and enjoyed paddling around the lake. The house had just enough space for our family of four with kids ages 11 and 14, especially with the hammock and fire pit seating outside near the lake. During the week that we stayed here, we went into Traverse City several times, drove to Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore for hiking, a beach walk, and tubing on the Platte River, and took a longer day trip to Mackinac Island (about 2.5 hours away, but so worth it!).

The Michigan cabin was everything we hoped it would be - secluded, peaceful, and just enough rustic, but with the amenities we needed. It was meticulously clean with a well-appointed kitchen and comfortable furniture. We were greeted with local treats. The owners were great and very responsive. A couple of things to pass on: there is no oven, but there is a nice gas grill, so plan your meals accordingly. The master bedroom doesn't quite close all the way. This was no problem for us, but you might want to know it. We were so sad to leave and would stay there again in a heartbeat if we find ourselves in the area.

This place was just about perfect for a quiet autumn week. While other nearby lakes looked like suburban subdivisions with modern homes and mowed lawns, this really did feel like a place in the north woods. The cabin and the ones around it have an old-timey feel, but inside, it's updated, modern, and very comfortable. We enjoyed having the stretch of lakeshore, and seemingly the whole lake, to ourselves during the week (this was early October). The feeling was lost over the weekend though, as a large group rented several cabins on either side of ours and stayed up til 2 each morning - but that's not something our cabin's owners could control.

After many years of vacationing "Up North", we finally found a location that is excellent in terms of access to all of the wonders that the Traverse City area offers. Kathy and Mike's camp provides a laid back and relaxing atmosphere to an already excellent vacation venue. They were always available if needed and quick to assist if necessary. Bass Lake is fantastic for kayaking, SUP boarding and all other water sports. Also quite the treat to relax on their big hammock and take in the views. We would not hesitate to return here in the future!

Our stay at Kathy's cottage on Bass Lake couldn't have been better. It was exactly as described with a beautiful cabin and view of the lake. We had everything we needed for a comfortable stay during our time there, and Kathy was very helpful in answering any questions that we had in a timely fashion. I would recommend to anyone looking for a great place to stay for a very reasonable price in this region. You are only 10 minutes away from beautiful downtown Traverse City. With a short drive to Sleeping Bear Dunes and multiple Vineyards for a day of wine tasting. My only regret is that we couldn't stay longer during our vacation.

We just got back from spending a week at this awesome cottage. The property was nice. a fire ring, a hammock, screenhouse, fishing dock you name it! They had all kinds of items stocked for your convenience. We cooked some great meals there and used the gas grill a few times too. The bed and couch were sooo comfortable, and there were plenty of fans (it was a very warm week) My husband caught a couple of turtles and lots and lots of fish. He was very entertained. Our little dogs were happy to be with us and we are so grateful that they were allowed to come with us on our vacation. Here you are completely in the woodsy outdoors, quiet waterfront, and in just a few minutes you are in town with every store and entertainment imaginable!. I truly hope to stay here again next year. We liked it so much we are planning another Michigan trip over labor day week. Thank you for sharing your lovely cottage!