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Live in Leland! . Walk to beaches, shops, restaurants and historic Fishtown

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Property grounds
4 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel cot
Interior
Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8186 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Leland, MI
  • Historic Fishtown
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Manitou Island Transit
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Van's Beach
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪47 min drive‬

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About the area

Leland

A family-friendly stay in Leland awaits you at this holiday home. Within just a 10-minute stroll, you'll find Lake Michigan and Historic Fishtown. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, a washing machine and free WiFi. .Home features 2 bathrooms, a fireplace and a patio. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A TV, a coffee/tea maker and a hairdryer are also available. .This smoke-free holiday home offers a games room, a garden and barbecues. Plus you'll find laundry facilities. .With a stay at this Leland holiday home, you'll be 10 km (6.2 mi) from Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore.
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What's nearby

  • Historic Fishtown - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Manitou Island Transit - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Van's Beach - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Leelanau Sands Casino - 21 min drive - 21.0 km
  • Grand Traverse Bay - 41 min drive - 44.9 km

Getting around

  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪VI Grill - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Roman Wheel Pizza & Subs - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Boone's Prime Time Pub - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Nittolo's Seafood And Social - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Pedaling Beans Coffeehouse - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Live in Leland! . Walk to beaches, shops, restaurants and historic Fishtown


The Grand River House is a charming , recently remodeled 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom home in the heart of Leland. Guests can walk to all the restaurants, shops, and historic Fishtown as well as to several Lake Michigan and Lake Leelanau beaches. You can enjoy searching Lake Michigan beaches for Petoskey stones or the newly popular Leland Blue stones, swim, have picnics and enjoy the outdoors..

This home has hardwood floors in every room with area rubs making all rooms more cozy in all seasons. The living room is centered around a one switch gas fireplace surrounded by a new fieldstone chimney. It is furnished with comfortable leather couch and great chairs. On the lower level is a newly constructed gathering space.Theses rooms are great spaces in which to enjoy reading a book or sipping a glass of wine. . The first floor bath room has a unique claw foot soaking tub. The kitchen is fully stocked with pots, pan, silverware, dishware and glasses. Cook outside on the grill. Enjoy fresh, in season food available at "The Merc", found at the local Farm Market or purchased from the stands of local farmers around the county available in spring summer and fall. The two bedrooms upstairs have dormers for a lovely view of the mature trees in the yard. One of the bedroom's dormer is outfitted with a comfortable cushion where one can take a nap or curl up with a book. The bedroom has plenty of room for children to spread out sleeping bags on the flooenjoy to watch a movie or to play. The brand new wrap- around porch provides lots of room for visiting and relaxing. Follow the walkway from porch steps to the backyard where you will find a built in firepit and a rock-couch. Enjoy living in a small Michigan village that sits between two lakes and provides entertainment for all ages!

Property manager

Mary Lou

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Cobblestone flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the marina
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Golf
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,000 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
In the Heart of Leland

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Live in Leland! . Walk to beaches, shops, restaurants and historic Fishtown?

Yep, Live in Leland! . Walk to beaches, shops, restaurants and historic Fishtown is a short 7-minute walk from Van's Beach. Fun beach activities include jet skiing, water tubing and waterskiing. You can also find motor boats.

Does Live in Leland! . Walk to beaches, shops, restaurants and historic Fishtown have a pool?

No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.

Is Live in Leland! . Walk to beaches, shops, restaurants and historic Fishtown family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a playground and an arcade, as well as highchairs and travel cots, it's no surprise that Live in Leland! . Walk to beaches, shops, restaurants and historic Fishtown is a winner with our family travellers.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Live in Leland! . Walk to beaches, shops, restaurants and historic Fishtown?

No, Live in Leland! . Walk to beaches, shops, restaurants and historic Fishtown does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Live in Leland! . Walk to beaches, shops, restaurants and historic Fishtown?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Live in Leland! . Walk to beaches, shops, restaurants and historic Fishtown?

No, pets are not allowed.

Live in Leland! . Walk to beaches, shops, restaurants and historic Fishtown Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 46 out of 52 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 52 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 52 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 52 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 52 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

David H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Weekender.

This adorable place is perfectly located within walking distance Fish Town. The house is the ideal set up for a wonderful wine weekend or just a place to relax and enjoy the colors and happenings of one of norther Michigans most spectacular peninsulas.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great house! Great location!

This house was amazing. It was clean, beautifully decorated and was close to the main street of Leland. We would definitely stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

kathy s.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely home, and conveniently close to cute Leland

We will return!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Bryan W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great property with one significant issue

Great house in a fantastic location. However, one significant problem that is easy to fix and will hopefully be done by the owners. The house has no air conditioning which is not normally an issue in northern Michigan since the nights get cool. However, most of the windows in this house have no screens and of the windows that have screens - most are damaged. When we checked into the house, the interior temp was 79 degrees and it never got much cooler than that (because we couldn't open most windows without letting the bugs in). This made it very difficult to sleep. With this one easy fix, we would stay there again. Without it, I would find another place to rent.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Holly W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful location

great location and house was super cute!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debbi H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Weekend Celebration

Came into town to celebrate a nearby wedding. This was in a great location. On our off time we were able to walk to town and explore Leland and Fishtown. Lovely, quiet neighborhood. Will definitely consider staying here again in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Isabel N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location and great home!

The patio, the bonfire, the cozy rooms and well kept home were great for our stay in Leland!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Meg L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fishtown wedding weekend

This spot was perfect for 8 friends in town for a wedding at the Old Art Building. The house had a good mix of queen and twin beds to accommodate single and partnered people. Easy walk to town, clean accommodations, and a great fire pit out back.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cathreen W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wedding guests

Great home for wedding guests. There are lots of places to sit and visit with family.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mirek F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Stayed for a wedding nearby

Location, location. Wonderful house to host us for a few days. Walking distance to all we needed. Great front porch for an evening chat with family and friends!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

richard b.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful House in Leland

This property was lovely for a quick getaway with the wife and baby. The proximity just steps away from shops and dining in Leland in unbeatable. Although we only used 2 of the bedrooms, there is plenty of space for an entire family. We enjoyed evenings and morning coffee on the covered front porch. Will definitely stay here again for future visits to the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful!

Beautiful house plenty of space for our family of 5. Loved the big porch and how close it was to town. Also a great launching spot to explore all over Leelanau peninsula!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Sue M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Grand River House Leland

The home is updated and in a great location. TV room in basement is brand new. Great place for kids to hang out. Landscape is updated but grass still needs work. Linens and towels were nice. Some board games were there. Grill appears new and was easy to use. An added plus was the Culligan water cooler. We used it all the time as the tap water was not the best tasting. It does not have air conditioning but many fans. Luckily, we had cool evenings. My biggest complaint would be lack of screens on all the windows since there is no AC. The property managers are easy to work with and addressed any concerns promptly. Recommend the property and hope to stay again
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

elaine p.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice Location

Close to town. Nice location. Very clean!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard and Diane W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Location! Location! Location!

The location of the River Grand House is wonderful! It is walking distance to everything! We were able to walk to our daughters rehearsal dinner at the Riverside Inn and then walk over to the Lodge for after dinner drinks. It is roomy and well appointed. Also, we were very appreciative to have a high chair for our baby grandson. Overall very pleased! Thank you Mary Lou!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tim C.

Liked: Cleanliness

n/a

good spot
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Faith S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Leland Birthday Weekend

The property was very nice. Good location and well equipped. The claw foot tub is very charming but a bit challenging for older people. The upstairs shower was perfect.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dane C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Leland Vacation

Great time in a beautiful neighborhood! Spent lots of time on the huge wrap-around porch!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Jessica J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful home for the right group

We rented this home for a small group of women (mid 30’s) to stay in. It was also the meeting location for other women to gather and depart for a wine tour. Be mindful of the noise level expectations at all times. While the group staying in the home honored the posted quiet times (side note - there’s no air conditioning so windows have to be open), our afternoon activity seemed to irritate neighbors. Overall, it was a beautiful home and location, perfect for groups who will be spending most of their time out enjoying the beach, shops and restaurants in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kori R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent

Amazing house with all the amenities in an excellent location. We had a blast.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

John F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Leland Vacation

The front porch is wonderful as is the location. I would rent this property again
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brian R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great home and location!

My family and I had a weekend stay at this terrific house! It’s in walking distance to the beach, restaurants and shops. The host is very responsive and the home was recently renovated and clean. We took advantage of the fire pit. It would be awesome to add a pool table or dart board to the open area in the basement! Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ellen T., Marion, IA

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice stay in Leland.

Great experience at this home. Comfy beds and was as described. Great location!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lisa P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Location takes the cake!

A wonderful location for a family vacation! We spent 3 nights here and were bouncing around the Leelanau Peninsula all weekend wine tasting and exploring. Being such a close walk to town was great for our group! The house was clean and as described in the listing! Fit our group perfectly!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sue B., Livonia, MI

Liked: Cleanliness

This Home + Family Wedding = Perfect Weekend in Leland, MI

My family and I stayed at this incredible home for my niece’s wedding weekend! It is not easy finding accommodations that fit our large family of seven, but this home was perfect with giving us all the privacy we needed as well as having cozy living spaces inside and outside (the porch is amazing!) to allow us all to hang out together. In addition to having ample space for us, the house was decorated in the most adorable way and even inspired some new home projects back at our home in Livonia, MI. To make this stay even better, the location couldn’t have been more perfect. We were able to walk to everything we needed including the fishtown area, the wedding venue, the grocery store, and to all the shops and restaurants (highly recommend checking out The Cove). I can’t finish the review without giving a shout-out to the home owner, Mary Lou. She provided us with incredible hospitality and was just a phone call away when we needed her assistance. This home is the perfect place to stay for your weekend in Leland, MI!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022