Lodge-style home in Suttons Bay. Main house & caboose. Central A/C. Dog ok.

This 5-bedroom, 3-bathroom home welcomes up to 14 guests during the warm months and sleeps up to 12 during fall/winter/spring when the caboose is unavailable.

Envision a private expanse consisting of 350 feet of pristine, deep water on 5 acres of secluded wooded terrain. Alongside the five bedrooms, a fully furnished railroad caboose car offers a unique recreational space, providing an exciting retreat for children or grandchildren.

Upon entering the galley-style full kitchen, ample space is available for cooking. Adjacent to the kitchen, the expansive living room affords breathtaking vistas of the bay and features a sizable stone fireplace. Stone tile and cherry hardwood floors decorate the home throughout. Access to cable TV, a DVD player, and WIFI ensure ample entertainment. The main level contains two bedrooms, with the master bedroom offering a king bed and an en-suite bathroom with a soaking tub and walk-in shower. Another bedroom on this level features a queen bed, with an additional full bathroom located nearby. The upper level provides three bedrooms: one with a queen bed, one with two twin beds and bunk beds, and the last with a queen bed. A twin sleeper sofa is situated in the reading nook, complemented by an assortment of books. A full bathroom is available on the upper level.

Outside, a wrap-around deck invites guests to soak up the picturesque views. Additionally, a grill is provided for cooking outside, offering a perfect vantage point to watch the children frolicking in the yard or playing in the water. A dock offers an ideal setting to watch passing boats and brings closure to a day of activities. A fire pit is available for preparing s’mores and winding down for the evening.

This home is an idyllic location for exploring multiple nearby attractions, including wineries, a neighboring casino, shopping, dining, and various other leisure activities within a short drive. The residence's proximity to Traverse City, Omena, Northport, and Sleeping Bear Dunes makes it an ideal base. Vibrant fall colors add to the area's allure, with the village of Suttons Bay offering an array of recreational and leisure options. The home is open year-round, with the exception of the caboose, as it does not have heat or a bathroom. (Caboose not available from Labor Day in September to Memorial Day in May of the following year).

-- THE PROPERTY --

Bedroom 1: king bed || Bedroom 2: queen bed || Bedroom 3: queen bed || Bedroom 4: four twin beds || Bedroom 5: queen bed || Shared space: twin sleeper sofa || Caboose (seasonal): two twin beds

OUTDOORS: deck/patio, dock, balcony, beach chairs, grill, outdoor games, NO mooring

INDOORS: WIFI, smart TV, DVD player, books, games, wood-burning fireplace

KITCHEN: coffee maker, dishes & utensils, dishwasher, microwave, oven, refrigerator, stove, toaster

GENERAL: A/C, jetted tub, linens & towels, iron & board, washer & dryer

PARKING: space for 7 vehicles

MISC: caboose car is NOT available from Labor Day in September to Memorial Day in May of the following year

-- POLICIES –

- One dog allowed with fee

- No smoking

- No events, parties, or large gatherings

- Must be at least 18 years old to book

- Additional rental agreement required