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Waterfront, peaceful, cozy, cottage w/dock amazing sunsets, kayaks,3 bed/2 bath.

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A wooden deck with outdoor furniture, a covered patio, and a view of a body of water.
A spacious kitchen with wooden floors, large windows, and a dining area with a table and chairs.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a wooden countertop, a hanging light fixture, and a window with a view of greenery.
A spacious living room with a wooden dining table, comfortable seating, a fireplace, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.
A cozy attic bedroom with two beds, a dresser, and a sliding glass door leading to a balcony.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Lake Leelanau, MI
  • Place, Lake Leelanau
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Front Street
    ‪30 min drive‬
  • Airport, Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪40 min drive‬

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About the area

Lake Leelanau

At this cottage you'll be steps from Lake Leelanau and 2.6 km (1.6 mi) from Boathouse Vineyards. .Accommodation features a washing machine, free WiFi and 2 bathrooms. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A fireplace, a balcony and a dining area are also available.
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What's nearby

  • Lake Leelanau - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Historic Fishtown - 11 min drive - 14.1 km
  • Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore - 11 min drive - 16.6 km
  • Front Street - 30 min drive - 41.7 km
  • Traverse City Beach - 37 min drive - 49.3 km

Getting around

  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hop Lot Brewing Company - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Village Cheese Shanty - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪VI Grill - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Big Dex's Pizzeria - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪The Cove - ‬11 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.

Waterfront, peaceful, cozy, cottage w/dock amazing sunsets, kayaks,3 bed/2 bath.

Quaint cozy waterfront cottage situated on N. Lake Leelanau with amazing sunset views. Centrally located to everything Leelanau has to offer. If you're looking for a new place to unwind and feel connected to nature and those you love, this is your place. Around the house there is plenty of space, grass, sun and shade to enjoy. Spend the mornings enjoying a cup of coffee from the main or upper deck or go for a paddle ride with one of the 2 kayaks or canoe the cottage has to offer. Later, everyone can gather around the firepit as burgers cook on the Weber grill.

The cottage dining area and living room faces the lake and opens onto a large deck for relaxing and dining on. The cottage has one main floor (queen) bedroom and two upstairs bedrooms with full size beds, perfect for a family or 3 couples. For warmer days, you can enjoy a nice breeze from across the lake with the many windows throughout the cottage or use a portable fan on the main level with the 2 upper bedrooms having ceiling fans. Our kitchen is equip with everything you need for an enjoyable vacation along with a dining table that seats 6 for dining and playing games.

Cable TV and internet is also provided for your entertainment pleasure. Along with a washer and dryer for washing anything you may need to. However, please note our cottage currently does not have AC/ Dishwasher.

Our new dock is available for tying your boat to and there is generous parking for your boat trailer as well. Two boat launches are only a few miles away. The lake is clear and shallow for small children and big kids too.

During prime summer months our cottage is available from Saturday to Saturday.

The cottage is located on a private well maintained dirt road, so the setting is quiet and peaceful. Come and enjoy the cottage and explore Leelanau and all it has to offer: the cozy cottage, the stunning lake views, vast fruit orchards, wineries, shopping and dining.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 9:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Wash dishes, can be left to dry
Return furniture and outside items to original location
Please be so kind and give us a review on VRBO
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

There are to be absolutely NO fireworks on our property.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Waterfront, peaceful, cozy, cottage w/dock amazing sunsets, kayaks,3 bed/2 bath.?

The closest beach to Waterfront, peaceful, cozy, cottage w/dock amazing sunsets, kayaks,3 bed/2 bath. is Van's Beach (4.9 km).

Does Waterfront, peaceful, cozy, cottage w/dock amazing sunsets, kayaks,3 bed/2 bath. have a pool?

No, this cottage doesn't have a pool.

Is Waterfront, peaceful, cozy, cottage w/dock amazing sunsets, kayaks,3 bed/2 bath. family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a playground, laundry facilities and children's dinnerware, it's no surprise that Waterfront, peaceful, cozy, cottage w/dock amazing sunsets, kayaks,3 bed/2 bath. is a winner with our family travellers.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Waterfront, peaceful, cozy, cottage w/dock amazing sunsets, kayaks,3 bed/2 bath.?

No, Waterfront, peaceful, cozy, cottage w/dock amazing sunsets, kayaks,3 bed/2 bath. does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Waterfront, peaceful, cozy, cottage w/dock amazing sunsets, kayaks,3 bed/2 bath.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 9:30 AM.

Are pets allowed at Waterfront, peaceful, cozy, cottage w/dock amazing sunsets, kayaks,3 bed/2 bath.?

No, pets are not allowed.

Waterfront, peaceful, cozy, cottage w/dock amazing sunsets, kayaks,3 bed/2 bath. Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 41 out of 42 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 42 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 42 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 42 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 42 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely, cute and cozy cottage! Very well appointed. Great location, super clean, Debbie was a fabulous host. Me and the wife had a great time!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A beautiful place to stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The communication with the host was above anything I would have asked for. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our stay. The waterfront location is wonderful. The cottage was exceptionally clean with all the necessities for cooking/grilling, kayaking, floating in the lake, etc. The hosts were also very quick to respond to any communication. The main downside is the lack of AC, which in fairness is disclosed in the listing. However, as luck would have it, we visited during a very hot and then smoky stretch, and sleeping was rather uncomfortable, especially with a little one. My understanding is that an AC unit might be coming in the future which would be an excellent enhancement to the property.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice cottage on the Lake. Spent time for Fall Colors, place was immaculately clean, had a friendly floor plan and was a great place for RR. Owner is very nice, made sure stay went seamlessly. Would def stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location!!! Great Host!!

Our family had a great stay at Mellow Yellow. It’s very centrally located to everything northern Michigan has to offer. Will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage was clean with everything necessary for food prep and comfort. The yard and lake are beautiful. The location is perfect for easy shopping, hiking and touring the wineries! We highly recommend and plan to return!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We came back for a reason, you can’t beat the location and sunset views. We will return again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great getaway!

This is a great place! We loved every minute of our time here and hope to book again on our next trip up north. It's located so close to everything fun: wineries, cideries, breweries, kayaking, hiking, biking, etc!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The PERFECT spot for our family

We simply loved it. Would definitely recommend to any young family looking for a place on the lake.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great cabin for a family trip

The cabin was cute, clean, and perfect for a trip up North. Great location on the lake and easy to get to town, as well as Traverse City. The kayaks, canoes, and the dock were perfect for a hot summer day. The hosts were also wonderful! Would stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Vacation...We spent the last 5 days in the lovely Mellow Yellow cottage in the Leelanau Peninsula. The cottage was perfect for what we needed with our older adult children! plenty of space, a great outdoor area, and even a dock for your boat. We rented ours from a local place, and it is only a few minutes away, as you are located in the narrows of Lake Leelanau. The house is for sure not in a spot where you can swim directly from shore, as you are in the narrows and lots of boats break down as they need to slow down in that area, but the lake has plenty of swimming spots that you can get to with your boat or not. We love the sandbars around the lake, too. This cottage is also located in the middle of Suttons Bay and Fish Town, so great location!!!! We would for sure stay here again. Keep in mind that the cottage has no AC.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Lake Getaway

This place couldn’t have been any better! We had the most wonderful week here with family- the kids enjoyed the water toys and the adults loved spending time on the patio watching them play in the water. The Host was wonderful- kind and excellent communication! Can’t recommend this place enough- We will be back!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Delightful stay. Appreciated Debbie’s great communication and kindness throughout the week. The house was comfy and well-equipped. The view from the dock was stunning. Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful cottage

My family of four enjoyed our Memorial weekend at this perfect cottage! The location was great, near Traverse City, Leland, Northport and Glen Arbor. They had all the amenities we needed. They had water toys for the kids and kayaks/canoe to use also. We had a great weekend!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Mellow Yellow

We had fun. Great stay! Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic Spot

Absolutely wonderful cottage situated beautifully between so many activities. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay- the house itself is lovely, the view is beautiful, kids loved the kayaks and fishing, quick drive to Leland/Suttons Bay/Northport/Bike trails, and the owner was incredibly kind, prompt, and informative. Thank you for such a great spot!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My husband, 15 month old daughter and I had a wonderful stay at Mellow Yellow! The best week of our year so far. We enjoyed dinners on the back porch looking out over the lake and reading by the firepit in the evenings. The cottage is in a great location for exploring- we hiked, kayaked, went to lighthouses and wineries. Debbie was such an accommodating host. We hope to be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Stay!

Our lil family of 5 (3 kids aged 9-11) had a wonderful stay at the Mellow Yellow cottage! Anything you could think of they had! This was a great location! We have friends that live on the lake and they were able to come dock their boat and stay for a s’more visit and the sunset views were spectacular. We will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fall vacation getaway

My wife and I stayed here M-F the second week in October. We came for the fall foliage, scenic drives, wineries, cideries and relaxation in a cozy house on a lake. All boxes checked…we had a perfect week! This house had plenty of room, was well equipped and the entire rental process was flawless!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Up North Stay. Winery Heaven

This is a wonderful spot in the world! Perfect spot for a group of friends traveling to the Leelanau Peninsula and Leland! We did a kayak trip and visited some wineries! It was super cozy and comfortable! Deb was super great to work with! Great communication and went above and beyond to make our stay perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely Lakefront

We love the Leelanau Peninsula and wanted to share with our friends who visited from Ireland this summer. The cottage was cozy and comfortable. We all we able to relax and explore. We would definitely use Mellow Yellow again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Another great stay on LL

The property interior was clean and well- maintained, well stocked, and comfortable! The property manager was very kind, and extremely flexible and communicative!!! We were able to dock our boat at the house and enjoyed a few days of swimming, bonfires, boating, and playing in the nice backyard. We love Leland and Mellow Yellow offered great place to stay while enjoying our favorite area.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay at this beautiful lakefront vacation home in Michigan!The location was perfect, with stunning views of the lake and peaceful surroundings. We especially loved spending time by the water, where there was plenty of comfortable seating to relax, read, or simply take in the scenery. The dock is very sturdy, new and capable of keeping our 19 ft fishing boat there all week without issues. The assortment of water equipment and supplies was a nice bonus and made it easy to enjoy time out on the lake. Each evening, we looked forward to watching the beautiful sunsets from the shoreline, and ending the day around the fire pit made our stay even more memorable.The home itself was well-maintained, and very welcoming. We truly appreciated a thoughtful greeting card and gifts-they were such a kind touch and made us feel right at home from the moment we arrived.During our stay, there was a minor issue with the refrigerator, and the property manager, Deb was very conscientious about it. Her prompt communication and attention to the issue were greatly appreciated and demonstrated how much she cares about her guests' experiences.Overall, we thoroughly enjoyed our time at Mellow Yellow and would recommend it to anyone looking for a relaxing lake getaway.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic property on Lake Leelanau

If you enjoy bonfires, sunsets, fishing, kayaking and boating this property is for you. A cozy 3 bedroom house 2 bathroom house right on Lake Leelanau. Our teens fished right off the dock. We easily rented a pontoon boat and parked at the house dock for easy access. Highly recommend for a up North Michigan Summer Stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024