Welcome! We're excited to have you as our guest. Use our curated mobile guest guide to enjoy our lodge to the fullest and to discover our favorite local places to eat, drink, shop and experience. Enjoy!
Property Address:

Guest Contacts:

  • Please inform Shawne, of any problems or concerns upon arrival, so we can work to address these immediately!

  • For questions or concerns you may have during your stay, pleaseย call/text Shawne (231) 709-2783

  • For emergent situations only, or if Shawne has not been able to respond timely enough, call/text Dan (231) 620-7346


Check-in Instructions:

  • Check in after 4:00 PM

  • The home is accessible via keyless entry. The code for the keyless entry main door is 856177 The Guest House Recreation Game Room is accessible by sliding glass doors that will be unlocked.

  • To open: Press a button to light up key pad, enter the code numbers and then press the unlock padlock icon button, To close: Press any button to light up key pad, press the locked padlock icon button to lock.

  • Keyless Entry Tutorial:ย (Keyless Entry Video


Note: The Guest House itself is not occupied and currently not available for guest use until Spring 2025. It has a separate door code and should remain locked.

Driving Directions:

Traveling North from downstate: Take M-115 West Bound to M-37 North. Go North on M-37 continuing straight (North) on to Co Road 633 prior to Buckley, passing by the Buckley Old Engine Show Grounds, Turn Left on to W. County Line Rd. Follow to Karlin Rd. Turning Right onto Karlin Rd. following it into Karlin turn Leftt at Betsie River Rd. follow to Hall Creek Rd. turn Left and follow to Hall Creek Lodge.

From Downtown TC: Take M-37 South to Chum's Corners (intersection of M-37 South and US-31) Turn Right (West) on US-31 towards Interlochen. At Interlochen Corner (US-31 and Karlin Rd.) Turn Left (South), follow past Interlochen Arts Academy to Karlin (approx. 6 miles) to Betsie River Rd. turn Right (West) follow 3/4 mile and turn Left on to Hall Creek Rd. follow to Hall Creek Lodge.

Parking Instructions:

  • There is plenty of parking for vehicles to be parked in the driveway.

  • Please do not park in the road

We are grateful you chose our Hall Creek Lodge for your "Adventure North" to Traverse City and hope you enjoy staying at this one of a kind property! We strive to provide a "five-star" Adventure North Vacation Rentals experience, at all our homes, and truly want to be sure your requests are addressed whenever possible. Please don't hesitate to contact us if you need anything and please let us know directlyย  if there is anything that is impeding you from having a 5-Star stay!

Please note the following Check-in & Check-out Details and Instructions for your stay at Hall Creek Lodge:

GUEST CONTACTS:

  • Please inform Shawne, of any problems or concerns upon arrival, so we can work to address these immediately!

  • For questions or concerns you may have during your stay, pleaseย call/text Shawne (231) 709-2783

  • For emergent situations only, or if Shawne has not been able to respond timely enough, call/text Dan (231) 620-7346


Check-in Instructions:

  • Check in after 4:00 PM

  • The home is accessible via keyless entry. The code for the keyless entry main door is 856177

  • To open: Press a button to light up key pad, enter the code numbers and then press the unlock padlock icon button, To close: Press any button to light up key pad, press the locked padlock icon button to lock.


Operational How To Videos:

Please take a moment to watch these instructional videos, let us know your suggestions for additional videos for Hall Creekย Lodge, if there is something else you think would benefit guests having a quick guide or more information about to help enjoy your stay even more.

NEIGHBORHOOD QUIET HOURS:

Hall Creekย Lodge is located down a very private road nestled among majestic soaring hardwoods and pine trees. It is surrounded by a babbling crystal clear creek with a hard sandy bottom that meanders through the propertyย for your enjoyment! Please have fun but be conscientious guests and help maintain this quiet peaceful environment throughout your stay. We don't want to jeopardize the great neighborhood relationships we've built and appreciate your help by keeping noise to a respectable level,ย especially during the overnight hours from 11pm - 8am.

Wireless Internet Access:

Please log on to the Hall Creek Lodge Guest complimentary WIFI, no password required!

We appreciate your treating Hall Creek Lodge as if it were your own, so thank you for taking such great care of it!

Prior to your departure, please tidy up the Lodge by doing the following:

Check-Out Instructions:

  • Check out before 10:00 AM

  • Remove all perishable and personal foodย items

  • Returnable cans may be left for cleaning crew, if you don't want them

  • Deposit all trash bags in the outdoorย trash tote/garbage bin

  • ย Load and start the dishwasher, please double check that dishes are clean before putting them away on the shelves

  • Leave beds unmade if used, no need to strip them

  • Place all used towels in a pile, in bathrooms tub/showers

  • Turn off all lights, electronics and appliances

  • Close and lock all windows and doors

  • Additional fees will be imposed if the Lodge is found in an unsatisfactory condition, so please return it to the condition in which you found it


We hope you enjoyed your time in Northern Michigan ! We are grateful that you chose our Hall Creek Lodge and hope you'll definitely book with us again!

If you enjoyed yourselves, leaving us a 5-star review online would be the most wonderful thanks we could ask for!ย If there is anything we could have done better,ย please let us know directly, we strive to maintain the best ratings we can and appreciateย the opportunity to resolve any concerns before a less than favorable review or comments are shared online.ย 

Please share your photos and comments on ourย Facebook Hall Creek Lodgeย page andย Adventure North Vacation Rentals Google Link

Lastly, we would really appreciate your leaving us a review on our website:ย Hall Creek Lodge Website Direct Review Linkย 

We'd love to host you again! Please be sure to visit our direct booking website for your next stay and avoid paying additional guest Airbnb/VRBO service fees.

OUR NEARBY FAVORITES

Local Favorite | Karlin Inn Restaurant Bar

Food

Karlin Inn Restaurant & Bar

Great Food | Up North Bar
7484 Karlin Rd, Interlochen, MI 49643
Distance: 1.6 miles
Great food, up North bar atmosphere.

Hofbrau Steakhouse & American Grille

Breakfast Buffet, Surf 'n' Turf & Pasta
2784 M-137, Interlochen, MI 49643
Distance: 8.3 miles
Check Website for Specials | Entertainment

Oaky’s Tavern

American pub & comfort food
9205 US-31 South, Grawn
Distance: 7.8 miles
Bar & Restuarant

Bergstrom’s Burgers

From scratch burgers & sides
905 US-31, Traverse City
Distance: 13.4 miles
Local's tip: Amazing burgers, fries, onion rings, chicken strips & a super friendly staff!

China Lee

Chinese restaurant
3985 Beitner Rd #1, Traverse City
Distance: 13.4 miles
On your way to TC, great Chinese take-out _ Happy Family Meal

Rico’s Cafรฉ & Pizzeria

American restaurant
5790 US-31, Grawn
Distance: 11.6 miles
Breakfast ends at 11am

Boone’s Long Lake Inn

Steakhouse
7208 Secor Rd, Traverse City, MI 49685
Distance: 12.9 miles / 19 min
Excellent Steak House | Deck Entertainment (seasonally)

Fire Fly

American restaurant & bar
310 Cass St., Traverse City
Distance: 20.3 miles / 34 min
Local's tip: This a favorite place for locals to meet and have a drink. Good food!

Folgarelliโ€™s

Gourmet sandwiches, Italian market & wine
424 W Front St, Traverse City
Distance: 20.1 miles / 32 min
Local's tip: Grab their pasta, sauce, meatballs & focaccia for a quick authentic meal!

Drink

Karlin Inn Restaurant & Bar

Great food, up north bar atmosphere
7484 Karlin Rd, Interlochen, MI 49643
Distance: 1.6 mi. / 5 min
Great food, Local favorite, Up North Bar

Bud’s

Coffee, Ice Cream, Cafรฉ Fare in a woodsy
3061 M-137, Interlochen, MI 49643
Distance: 6.4 miles / 11 min
Coffee, cafรฉ fare, Ice Cream, busy counter service, with a patio, gift shop.

Hofbrau Steakhouse & American Grille

Breakfast Buffet, Surf 'n' Turf & Pasta
2784 M-137, Interlochen, MI 49643
Distance: 6.7 miles / 11 min
Call for Live Entertainment Details

Hop Lot Brewing Co.

Beer Garden
658 S W Bay Shore Drive, Suttons Bay
Distance: 33.9 miles / 47 min
Fun stop on a tour of Leelanau Co.

Biggby Coffee

4041 N U.S. 31 S, Traverse City
Distance: 13.2 miles / 20 min
Drive Thru Service

7 Monks Taproom

Craft beer taproom & pub fare
Distance: 20.3 miles / 34 min
Local's tip: Great place to watch sports

Grand Traverse Distillery

Cocktails & tasting room
215 E Front St, Traverse City
Distance: 21.2 miles / 36 min
Local's tip: Grab a cocktail while you're waiting for your table in downtown TC

The Tasting Room

Shareables, pizzas, entrees, cocktails & wine
155 Garland Street, Traverse City
Distance: 20.4 miles / 35 min.
Local's tip: Great collection of hard to find bourbons
Ice Cream | Mini-Golf

Things to Do

Kate’s Sweet Shop & Mini Golf

Seasonal Opens 11AM, Ice Cream and mini-golf!
3028 J. Maddy Pkwy, Interlochen, MI 49643
Distance: 6.4 Miles | 10 min. drive
Fun Family Atmosphere - Ice Cream | Mini Golf

Alvina’s Canoe & Boat Rental

Canoe on Betsie River beginning at Green Lake
6470 S. Betsie River Rd., Interlochen
Distance: 1.4 Mile | 5 min. drive
Canoe on the beautiful Betsie River beginning at its source, Green Lake

Crystal Mountain

Golf, ski & spa resort
12500 Crystal Mountain Dr. Thompsonville
Distance: 12.4 miles | 20 min. drive
Eat | Shop | Waterpark & Alpine Slide | Ski | Golf | Spa

Incredible Mo’s

Bowling, escape rooms, laser tag, dining &
1355 Silver Lake Crossings Blvd, Grawn
Distance: 11.9 miles | 18 min. drive
Bowling, Food, Drinks, Escape Room

Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore

Beaches, hiking & dunes along Lake Michigan
6748 S Dune Hwy, Glen Arbor
Distance: 35.8 Miles | 45 min. drive
Local's tip: Dunes get hot. Morning climbs in Summer are best. Take the scenic drive!

Moomers

Homemade ice cream and farm
7263 N Long Lake Rd, Traverse City
Distance: 15.3 miles | 24 min. drive
Great stop on the way to Sleeping Bear Sand Dunes! Quaint, family-operated ice-cream shop on a dairy farm.

Crystal Coaster Alpine Slide

1 hr. Alpine Slide ride at Crystal Mtn.
12500 Crystal Mountain Dr. Thompsonville, Michigan 49683
Distance: 12.4 Miles | 20 min. drive
Call ahead to reserve your time slot, reserve by the hour.

The Magic Shuttle Bus

Wine, Brewery & Site Seeing Tours
Traverse City Area
Distance: They will pick you up!
Join-in or private tours - Site Seeing - Leelanau or Old Mission Peninsula

Platte River

Flows from Long Lake in TC to Lake Michigan
Lake Michigan Rd, Honor
Local's tip: Float, kayak, or canoe Lower Platte near Honor.
Oryana West - TC Organic Co-op Market

Shopping

Tom’s Food Markets – Interlochen

Local Grocery Store
9475 Market Dr, Interlochen
Distance: 7.4 Miles | 13 min. drive
Local Chain Spartan Foods Grocery, Beer, Wine, Deli

Mountain Market

Crystal Mtn Grocery Store x4600 | Wine
12450 Crystal Mountain Dr, Thompsonville
Distance: 12.4 Miles | 20 min. drive
Crystal Mtn | Grocery, local wine, specialty foods

Family Fare

Supermarket
4146 US-31, Traverse City
Distance: 13.2 mile | 20 min. drive
Local Grocery Chain Beer, Wine, Deli

Walgreens

Pharmacy
1029 M 37 S, Traverse City
Distance: 13.3 miles | 20 min. drive
Closest Pharmacy

Oryana West

Community owned grocery store & coffee bar
3587 Marketplace Circle, Traverse City
Distance: 17.7 Miles | 27 min. drive
Organic Local Co-Op Market, Deli, Shopping

Sam’s Club

Membership priced groceries, gas & more
2401 US-31, Traverse City
Distance: 16.9 Miles | 25 min
Closest Club, Costco is next to TC Airport too.

Meijer

Supermarket, pharmacy & gas
3955 US 31 S, Traverse City
Distance: 18 Miles | 28 min. drive
Local's tip: Very busy. Do shopping before 7am to save time. Check out Stocked-up.com for delivery
Betsie River Canoe Rental

Services/Rentals

Alvina’s Canoe & Boat Rental

Canoe on Betsie River beginning at Green Lake
6470 S. Betsie River Rd., Interlochen
Distance: 1.4 Miles | 4 min. drive
Canoe on the beautiful Betsie River beginning at its source, Green Lake

Grand Traverse Bay YMCA (West)

Exercise facilities & indoor pool
3700 Silver Lake Rd, Traverse City
Distance: 17.4 Miles | 26 min. drive
Full Gym | Pool

ELEV8 Climbing & Fitness

Climbing & fitness gym
777 Boyd Ave, Traverse City
Distance: 21.1 Miles | 34 min. drive
Indoor Climbing

Brick Wheels

Bike service, sales & rentals
736 E 8th St, Traverse City
Distance: 21.1 Miles | 34 min. drive
Bike Rental 8th Street Traverse City

Riverside Canoe Trips

5042 N Scenic Hwy, Honor
Distance: 24.5 Miles | 32 min. drive
Tube, Kayak or Canoe the Platte River, great day trip!

The Magic Shuttle Bus

Wine, Brewery & Site Seeing Tours
Traverse City Area
Distance: They will pick you up! - May have to pay extra for Hall Creek Lodge, depending on travel requests.
Join-in or private tours - Site Seeing - Leelanau or Old Mission Peninsula
Downtown Traverse City

๐Ÿฝ Dining
Most local options close by 9pm. Late night food options: Mode's Bum Steer, Lil Bo's

๐Ÿ…ฟ๏ธ Parking (map)
Downtown and surrounding streets have metered parking and are strictly enforced (Mon-Sat 8am-6pm)
*FREE parking on Sundays, New Yearโ€™s Day, Memorial Day, 4th of July, Labor Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving Day, & Christmas Day

๐Ÿšป Public Restrooms (map)

๐Ÿšฒ TART Trails (maps)
A network of multi-use trails in Grand Traverse and Leelanau counties as well as a cross-town bike route

โ›ฑ๏ธ Clinch Park
Metered parking
Splash Pad turns off at 6pm

๐Ÿš— Transportation
Traverse City has both Lyft and Uber as well as various local taxi companies
Please email us your questions or concerns

Don't hesitate to text with any questions

If you don't get a timely response, please call/text Shawne

Contact Dan by call/text for emergent situations only

Enjoy!