A vacation rental in Traverse City offers an exciting variety of vacation activities; from bucolic bliss on the Bay and award-winning wines at Chateau Grand. Indulge in the city's eclectic art scene, theater and contemporary cinema all from a stylish vacation home to call your own.
Icelandic art and contemporary cinema
Dennos Museum Theater is a fascinating multi-arts center, home to an incredible collection of Inuit art, the Zimmerman Sculpture Court and Jean Larson collection of paintings inspired by Iceland's primordial landscapes. And that's not all, the Dennos Concert Series lets you enjoy a vast array of music, from jazz to classical, performed by talented musicians. At the Milliken Theater, you can see acrobats spring through the air and be moved by dramatic performances of classic and contemporary theater. Film screenings here draw huge crowds, and are a firm favourite with the Traverse City population.
Sandcastles and sunshine
One of Michigan's best loved family beaches, East Grand is located at the end of Front Street. Enjoy this broad beach and enjoy splashing around in the water. There is also ample space in which to launch a kayak or canoe, so you and the kids can paddle around and explore the reeds that hug the coast, or venture further out towards the yachts moored offshore. Afterwards, Traverse City State Park is the perfect place to land for a picnic.
There's much to enjoy in Traverse City
Grand Traverse Bay
Grand Traverse is a gigantic stretch of coast lined with orchards and fruit farms, with Traverse City to the south where the Boardman River joins the bay. A number of islands skirt the bay, including a nature reserve known locally as Gull Island, beloved for its abundance of seabirds.
Chateau Grand Traverse
One of Michigan's most venerable wineries, Chateau Grand is surrounded by vineyards where the succulent grapes produce its award-winning wines.
Wuerfel Park
It's going on at Wuerfel Park, a 5000 seat venue that hosts basketball games and is home to the Beach Bums baseball team.
Traverse City State Park
Located right on the bay and surrounded by lofty pines is a special campsite where memories are made around the campfire. Traverse City State Park isn't far from the city, making it a popular community hangout. It's the best place to spend a night under the stars with family or friends.
Thirlby Field
Football has been played here since 1896. Traverse City Trojans, City West and St Francis Gladiators all call this stadium home. With 7000 seats, it has scale and grandeur yet still feels intimate. Kick back and support your new local teams!
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the typical availability of vacation rentals in Traverse City?
We found 2,147 vacation homes in Traverse City available for your next trip.
What are the most popular vacation home amenities in Traverse City?
When looking to book a vacation home in Traverse City, the most requested amenities include Pets allowed, Pool, and Internet.
Are there pet-friendly vacation rentals in Traverse City?
If you're travelling with a dog, over 27% of vacation rentals in Traverse City are pet-friendly.
What's the best month to book a vacation rental in Traverse City?
If you're looking for balmy weather, July and August are typically the hottest months in Traverse City with temperatures around 28 °C. February and January in Traverse City are the coldest, with -10 °C on average.