And a River Runs Through It…….

Welcome! We're excited to have you as our guest. We've curated this guide to help you fully utilize our guest suite and discover our favorite local places to eat, drink, shop and experience. Enjoy!
🏠 Address:
19064 Birch View Trail
Lake Ann, Michigan (Directions)

Save the time of shopping and packing groceries. Stocked delivers directly to our guest suite and into the fridge before you arrive or while you're out!

🕓 Check-In: 3pm (Early Check-in is not possible due to our cleaning crew needing to complete their work)

🅿️ Parking: For up to 2 vehicles. Parking is on the west side of driveway, next to the wooded area. The Guest Suite is on west side of garage. It has a large wreath on the wall next to the door. I will leave an outside light on to identify the door and to illuminate in case it's dark when you arrive.

🔓 Entry: Refer to email for entry code. Enter using keypad code on door.

💡Early Arrival TipIf you arrive in Lake Ann between 11am - 3pm, feel free to park in our parking spot and hike on the trail, or go into Lake Ann for a bite to eat at Stone Oven, or a drink at Lake Ann Brewing. The room will be ready at 3pm.
🛜 WiFi Login: Will be prominately displayed in guest suite.

🗑 Trash & Recycling: Please use recycling bin in suite to dispose of all paper, cardboard, plastic and glass items. Trash can will be emptied by cleaning crew.

☕️ Coffee: We have a  Keurig coffee maker, standard coffee maker and an electric water pot for tea.We provide coffee pods  and tea bags for your use (and sugar!)

🍴 Kitchenette:  We provide a microwave and toaster oven for cooking purposes. Mini fridge in kitchenette. Plates, bowls, coffee mugs, wine glasses, drinking glasses and utensils are also provided.

Pillows & Blankets: Extra pillows and blankets can be found in the closet of  guest suite.

Bathroom: We provide a full bathroom with a shower. Many complimentary shampoos, conditioners, shower soaps provided. Many bath towels, hand towels, washcloths can be found in cabinets.

 

 

🔒 Check-Out: 11am

📋 Before checking out we ask that you:

  • Please wash all used dishes

  • Strip the bed ( Sheets only. You can put the sheets in provided laundry basket found in closet)

  • Remove all food from the refrigerator & freezer

  • If you have extra trash/ recycling, please add to one of the bags in guest suite closet.

  • Close windows, turn off air conditioning/heat.


Drive Safe!

OUR NEARBY FAVORITES

Seasonally driven breakfast menu - Sugar 2 Salt

Food

The Stone Oven

Pizza place
6551 First St, Lake Ann

Red Ginger

Asian cuisine & sushi
237 E Front St, Traverse City
Local's tip: Elegant/casual dining room dress code. Casual attire accepted in the bar

Samsara

Southeast Asian restaurant
4025 Chums Village Dr, Traverse City
Local's note: Great place for dine in & takeout

Boone’s Long Lake Inn

Steakhouse
7208 Secor Rd, Traverse City, MI 49685

Moomers

Homemade ice cream and farm
7263 N Long Lake Rd, Traverse City

The Little Fleet

Open air bar & food trucks
448 E Front St, Traverse City
Distance: 2.9 miles from our home

Firefly

My personal favorite food place downtown!
310 cass st, traverse city, mi

Apache Trout Grill

Waterfront restaurant/bar
13671 S West Bayshore Dr, Traverse City
Distance: 1.4 mile
Beautiful bayfront, outdoor bar. Great place to be on the water and enjoy a cocktail.

Bubba’s

Great bar/eatery, known for burgers and happy
428 E Front St, Traverse City, MI 49686
Distance: 2 miles
Unique burgers & diverse beer options plus daily happy hour on food & drinks

Sleder’s Tavern

Oldest, continuously operated restaurant in
717 Randolph Street, Traverse City
Local's tip: Friday nights are All You Can Eat Fish(cod and/or smelt)!
Craft Cocktails - Mammoth Distilling

Drink

Red Door Coffee House

Coffee, Tea, Brkfst & Lunch, In & Outdoor
19631 Maple St, Lake Ann, MI 49650
Distance: 3.3 Miles | 7 min. drive
Check Google Business for Hours , Changes Seasonally, Great Reviews!

Lake Ann Brewing Company

Rustic "up north" brewery
6535 1st St, Lake Ann
Distance: 3.3 Miles | 7 min. drive

Oaky’s Tavern

Great local restaurant and bar. Fills up
9205 US 31, Grawn
Distance: 15 minute drive

Rare Bird Brewpub

Local brewery & food
229 Lake Ave, Traverse City
Local's tip: Great beer & cocktails on draft. Try the pork belly nachos!

Mammoth Distilling

Craft cocktails lounge
221 Garland St, Traverse City
Local's tip: Great live music most Wed-Sat. Bring in food from Archie's at The Workshop

The Parlor

Craft cocktails, wine, MI beers & food
205 Lake Ave., Traverse City
Locals Tip: TC's best Happy Hour. 1/2 OFF Cocktails 4-6pm. Live music Thurs, Fri, Sat

The Pub

Downtown Gastropub
160 E Front St, Traverse City

Left Foot Charley

Urban winery & tasting room
806 Red Dr Suite #100, Traverse City
Local's tip: Great patio. Try the Cinnamon Girl cider. Delish!

Bonobo Winery

Old Mission Peninsula Winery
12011 Center Rd, Traverse City

Shady Lane Cellars

Leelanau Peninsula winery & vineyard
9580 E Shady Ln, Suttons Bay
Local's note: Great place for good wine with a great patio and outdoor bar.
Scenic Drive - Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore

Things to Do

Sara Hardy Farmers Market

Local produce, baked goods, flowers & more
Parking Lot B, Corner of E Grandview Pkwy @ Cass St, Traverse City
Local's tip: Open Saturdays 730am-12pm(May-Oct) & Wednesdays 8am-12pm(June-Oct)

Clinch Park

Beach, splash pad, restrooms, cafe & more
161 E Grandview Pkwy, Traverse City
Local's Tip: Great place to enjoy a beautiful sunrise

State Theatre and Bijou by the Bay

Local downtown movie theaters
Downtown Traverse City
Local's tip: Saturday 10am Kids’ Matinees(State Theatre). All tickets only $1!!!

The Village at Grand Traverse Commons

Shopping, dining, tours & more
1200 W Eleventh St, Traverse City
Local's tip: Don't miss the tunnel tours.

Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore

Beaches, hiking & dunes along Lake Michigan
6748 S Dune Hwy, Glen Arbor
Local's tip: Dunes get hot. Morning climbs in Summer are best. Take the scenic drive!

Elmbrook Golf Course

Mature Par 72 Golf Course with great views
1750 Townline Rd. Traverse City
Fresh produce & meats - Oryana

Shopping

Lake Ann Grocery

Locally owned grocery store
19619 Maple St, Lake Ann

The Bread Lady

Artisan breads, muffins, cookies & more
19773 Linwood Ave, Lake Ann

The Village at Grand Traverse Commons

Shopping, dining, tours & more
1200 W Eleventh St, Traverse City
Local's tip: Don't miss the tunnel tours.

Burritt’s Fresh Markets

Specialty Grocery & Meat Market
509 W Front St, Traverse City
Local's tip: Fresh seafood and great brats for the grill

Cherry Republic

Cherry products & gifts
154 E Front St, Traverse City
Local's tip: Make sure to sample the cherry salsa and BBQ sauces!

Francisco’s Market & Deli

Pizza, Sandwiches, Beer, Wine & Groceries
2770 Silver Lake Rd, Traverse City
Local's tip: Great pizza. The Breakfast Pizza is a local favorite!

Oryana West

Community owned grocery store & coffee bar
3587 Marketplace Circle, Traverse City

Sara Hardy Farmers Market

Local produce, baked goods, flowers & more
Parking Lot B, Corner of E Grandview Pkwy @ Cass St, Traverse City
Local's tip: Open Saturdays 730am-12pm(May-Oct) & Wednesdays 8am-12pm(June-Oct)
Bike & XC ski rentals, sales & service - Brick Wheels

Services/Rentals

Brick Wheels

Bike service, sales & rentals
736 E 8th St, Traverse City

Leelanau Boat Co.

Boat rentals, service & storage
8585 E Bingham Rd, Traverse City
Local's tip: They have 2 NEW tritoons and a new pontoon for rent. They deliver!

JJ’s Just 1 More, Northern MI Tour

Transportation & tours
Norhtern MI

Stocked

Local grocery delivery service
Delivering Northern MI
Local's tip: Deliveres made into the rental & directly into the frigde before arrival

Green Mitt

A luxury, eco-friendly auto spa
1840 N US 31, Traverse City
Local's tip: The BEST free vacuums ever!
Downtown Traverse City

🍽 Dining
Most local options close by 9pm. Late night food options: Mode's Bum Steer, Lil Bo's

🅿️ Parking (map)
Downtown and surrounding streets have metered parking and are strictly enforced (Mon-Sat 8am-6pm)
*FREE parking on Sundays, New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, 4th of July, Labor Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving Day, & Christmas Day

🚻 Public Restrooms (map)

🚲 TART Trails (maps)
A network of multi-use trails in Grand Traverse and Leelanau counties as well as a cross-town bike route

⛱️ Clinch Park
Metered parking
Splash Pad turns off at 6pm

🚗 Transportation
Traverse City has both Lyft and Uber as well as various local taxi companies
Please email any questions

Please text with any questions

If you need to speak directly, please don't hesitate to call

Interested in owning in Northern MI? Call Gary

Enjoy!
Sharon & Gary