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Boona Vista|Lake Michigan Beach Front Cottage

House in Leelanau, MI

7 guests·3 bedrooms·1 bathroom
4.8 · 39 reviews

Why you'll love this stay

Outdoor Living

Outdoor Living

Private beach, fire pit, and deck for lakeside mornings.

Location & Accessibility

Location & Accessibility

Stunning lake views with quick drives to Leland and wineries.

Group & Family Friendly

Group & Family Friendly

Plenty of sleeping areas and kid-friendly touches.

What guests are saying

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4.8

Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 39 reviews

Guests consistently praise the stunning views and peaceful setting near Lake Michigan, making it an ideal retreat for families. The cottage is noted for its charm, cleanliness, and well-equipped amenities, including an outdoor space perfect for relaxation and beach activities. Many appreciate the host's responsiveness and the dog-friendly atmosphere. Overall, visitors enjoy a cozy and comfortable stay, highlighted by memorable sunsets and easy access to the beach.

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Property details

Hosted by Coastal Stay. Welcome to “Boona Vista”! 🏡 Family-friendly retreat: Perfect for families, with 3 cozy bedrooms and space for up to 7 adults. 🔭 Ship-spotting adventure: Use provided binoculars to watch ships pass through the Harbor on their journey to Canada. 🏖️ Private beach bliss: Relax on your own beach with a fire pit and comfy chairs for unforgettable evenings. 🏡 Pet-friendly paradise: Bring your furry friends along to enjoy this welcoming retreat. 🌅 Spectacular views: Overlook Good Harbor Bay, the Manitou Islands, and spot the lighthouse on clear days. Laundry is included at your convenience. There is a lockbox for the key to access the laundry room! We are Pet-friendly! Pet fee is $200 per stay. A maximum of 2 dogs 50 lbs each are allowed. Please let us know if you are bringing a fur friend so that we may get your pet amenities prepared for your arrival. We try our best to keep hair and allergens away, but guests with dog sensitivities should be aware. Please use our provided sofa cover and 'retired' towels for your fur friends. Booking guests will be responsible for any pet damage. Pets have to be on leash when outside the backyard. Please Note: Quiet hours begin at 10pm, and no unauthorized parties are allowed to ensure a peaceful neighborhood setting. Please note: We’re doing a few light updates, so some décor or furnishings may differ slightly from the photos. The layout and bed types remain the same. The decorative fireplace shown in photos has been removed—updated pictures are coming soon! Experience Lake Michigan With Us & Learn More Below! ☆☆ BEDROOMS ☆☆ Aside from the perfect location with unbeatable views, this cozy home also boasts plenty of sleeping areas for families and groups to spread out comfortably. The light and airy master bedroom features a king-size bed that can be split into two twin sized beds if preferred. There is also a Pack N Play, toys, and children's games available for young families. Bedroom 2 is outfitted with a king-sized bed, that can be split into two twin beds if preferred, a closet and built in dresser. Bedroom 3 (sleeping loft) features a queen-sized bed. Climbing stairs will be required for this room. ☆☆ BATHROOMS ☆☆ The home is equipped with 1 bathroom and is stocked with a starter kit of toiletries in case you forget something. ☆☆ KITCHEN & LIVING ROOM ☆☆ The open concept kitchen and living area make it easy to hang out together while the chef in your group whips up tasty meals. The fully equipped kitchen is stocked with modern stainless steel appliances, a blender, a toaster, insta pot, and even a separate coffee station to make your mornings as easy and enjoyable as possible. Seating at the dining room table. If you’re traveling with youngsters, there is a high chair in addition to children's bowls and utensils. Relax in the cozy living room after a big meal. It is outfitted with a comfy sofa, multiple chairs, a flatscreen TV, and a large collection of children's books, toys, and board games that the whole family will love. If you’re craving a breath of fresh air, head out onto the deck or out to the fire pit on the beach. Enjoy your morning cup of coffee or snuggle up with a good book on the outdoor furniture. Security Camera On Site: For your safety and security of our property, we have two outdoor security cameras installed - One facing the driveway - One facing the yard These cameras are exterior only and do not record any interior spaces. Exterior cameras are for guest and property safety. Do not touch, disable, or remove them. Tampering will result in fees and possible removal without refund. During the winter months, there are times that we experience heavy snowfall. You will likely want an AWD or 4WD vehicle to access the property. ☆☆Accidents Happen — We’ve Got You Covered☆☆ We understand that sometimes small accidents happen while traveling. That’s why your booking includes a $250 accidental damage waiver, built directly into your stay. If something minor gets damaged during your visit, please let us know right away. We’ll take care of it so you can relax and enjoy your trip. Please note: The waiver applies to accidental damage only and does not cover intentional damage, missing items, rule violations, or excessive mess. ***P.S. Many of our guests end up falling in love with Traverse City and exploring ownership here. If that’s ever something you’re curious about, our team at Coastal Stay is always happy to share local insights.*** ***We manage other properties in the area. Please inquiry with us if you are coming with a lager group*** - Check-in/out: Early check-ins and late check-outs are available by request, subject to availability, and may incur an additional fee. - Longer stays: Please be aware guest stays longer than 10-days will require mid-stay cleaning. Mid-stay cleaning fees are the same amount as the fee charged during booking. A weekly cleaning and linen/towel exchange is required for long-term guest stays, short-term guest stays may request a mid-stay cleaning for an extra fee. ★☆ Book Today & Let Us Take Care Of You In Traverse City! ☆★ We aspire to help our guests create wonderful memories in our cozy home. That is why we spelled out these house rules for an optimal experience for both of us. We truly appreciate your effort and cooperation! *Please note that violation of any of these rules is considered a breach of the terms and conditions of the rental agreement. The owner reserves the right to evict any guests or visitors who refuse to follow these house rules. The violation of house rules may result in deductions from the security deposit or other penalties.  Child Safety: Parents must not leave children unsupervised and are fully responsible for their safety at all times.  Safety & Energy Saving: Please close the windows and lock the door when leaving the premises. Report any damages and/or breakages immediately. Cleaning and Maintenance: Smoking or burning candles are not allowed inside the home. No eating or drinking in bedrooms. Please do not wear shoes inside the house. Please turn off any electronics when you leave the house.  Visitors & Noise: No unregistered guests or visitors allowed. The maximum property capacity is 5 people. Parties and events are strictly prohibited. Third parties are not welcome, and the place is for guests only. Quiet time after 10 p.m.  Please refrain from making noises past 10 p.m. to respect our neighbors. NO FIREWORKS ALLOWED. Pets: Pets are not permitted at this location due to HOA regulations. Housekeeping: Daily maid service is not included in the rental rate. We will be happy to help arrange additional cleaning during your stay for a fee. If you run out of clean linens (sheets/pillow cases) and towels etc., you are welcome to use the laundry facility to replenish them. PLEASE do not wipe any food, oils, or lotions on the linens. Please use the kitchen towels (paper or cloths) for their intended purposes.  We provide black make-up towels and cotton pads for removing make-up. If our other towels are stained or bleached during your stay, we will charge a $15 replacement fee for each towel. Property/Home owner(s), Property Manager will not assume responsibility for illness or injury that guest(s) may incur while on the property. Property/Home owner(s), Property Manager, is not responsible for the loss of personal belongings or property of the guest. By accepting this reservation, it is agreed that all guests are assuming the responsibility of any harm arising from their use of the premises or other people they invite to this property (per owner’s approval). Owner has the right to ask guest(s) to leave the property if these rules are violated. If legal action is taken against guest(s), the at fault party will be responsible for all lawsuits/lawyer fees. Any violation of these rules could result in you being charged your security deposit and/or legal action taken. Call 911 if there is an emergency and then call the host. Please Note: For security and liability reasons, our address cannot be used for mail or package deliveries. Please utilize local Amazon lockers or postal services for your delivery needs. HOA RULES AND REGULATIONS No smoking, vaping, use of tobacco or drugs is allowed inside a condo. Smoking, vaping and use of tobacco are allowed in the parking lot and designated smoking area only. Designated smoking area is located between the condo building and the beach area along the tiled path (opposite the boat rental). All cigarette butts should be placed in appropriate receptacle. No BBQ or grilling should take place on decks or balconies. BBQ or grilling is allowed at a distance of at least 25 feet from the building. Gasoline and propane tanks should not be stored on decks or balconies. Please see The Beach office for storage access. No open fires are allowed on The Beach Condominium premises (including the beach). The use of fireworks is prohibited on The Beach Condominium premises. No use of firearms, pellet guns, B-B guns, or other dangerous weapons are allowed on The Beach Condominium premises. Only Beach Condominium guests are allowed to store boat, boat trailer, snowmobile or snowmobile trailer during their registered stay. Trailers must be able to fit into one parking spot and may not be stored while attached to a vehicle. Campers or house trailers are not allowed to be parked on site.

Sleeping arrangements

Bedroom 1

2 Twin Beds

Bedroom 2

2 Twin Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Common space

1 TwinXL Rollaway Bed

What’s included

  • Self check-in

    Self check-in

  • Parking

    Parking

  • EV charger

    EV charger

  • Washer

    Washer

  • Dryer

    Dryer

  • Air conditioning

    Air conditioning

  • Heating

    Heating

  • Pets allowed

    Pets allowed

Guest reviews

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Brian

Perfect week up north!

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July 2026

We had a great experience at Boona Vista! Location is tough to beat. 5 min from Leland and 15 from Glen Arbor. The mostly private beach setting is tough to beat. Path leads down to fire pit with adirondacks and a dedicated stretch of sandy beach just for you. There were 4 adirondacks on the beach which was great. No neighbors on the beach within 50-75 yds either way. Good Harbor Bay is shallow with a sandy bottom until you get pretty far out. The house had an updated kitchen and was perfect for our family of 4. Laundry is located in basement but not an issue for us. The lofted bedroom does get warm during the day but seemed to cool off by night time. I think for a minimal cost the mattress quality could be elevated if looking for improvements. We had a great week and staff was great with communication and available if needed! Would highly recommend a stay here!

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Dawn

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July 2026

This beach cottage was absolutely perfect. Views were stunning, the beach was practically private, great for evening walks, throwing the ball to our pups & using the beachside fire pit. Morning coffee on the deck with views of a beautiful lake was a great way to start our day The home has some updates that are amazing. Loved the kitchen. Well stocked with everything we needed. All appliances were new & great. Open concept was perfect as well. The back of the home has huge windows. Sitting in the living space gives you perfect views of the lake. Everything was clean, spotless & smelled great. Beds were comfy. Shower was great The home is just a bit off a busy road but it was quiet & road noise was a minimum. You can’t beat the location. Easy drive to Traverse City, all of the hikes, Glen Arbor & Leland. We drove to Leland for an amazing breakfast. The Cove is a great dinner spot. Thanks for allowing us to bring our pups. We needed some peace this week & we found it.

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Melissa

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June 2026

This house has such a beautiful setting! Right on the lake, so quiet and peaceful. We spent most of our time outside on the beach and enjoying a fire at night and it met our expectations! The only thing that would have made the outside more enjoyable would be a clearer path to walk down to the water. The current path is very thin and the grass and flowers have overgrown into it. Inside, the house is exactly like the pictures and we enjoyed the layout as a family of 3 - plenty of sleeping options and areas to gather as a family. The house is set in a beautiful wooded lot which adds so much charm but the slight downside is cobwebs outside on the deck and there were lots of large ants inside the house. I think it’s just the price you pay for an excellent location/setting but may deter some from the experience. We really enjoyed Glen Arbor, an adorable town just over 15 minutes away, easy drive - many food options there. Overall, I’d recommend this place based on the property and location

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Katherine

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June 2026

I’ll preface this review with saying that we received a full refund and the customer service regarding our issues was not an issue to deal with. However, here is a honest description of our “trip”. I was shocked this beautiful place was available last minute when I booked and the view is absolutely stunning. However, as we checked in at 4pm, things started unraveling in the home. 1. The furniture and the inside is not up to date on the pictures. You’ll find a two seater couch, old rocking patio chairs inside, no Keurig, and a garbage disposal that backs up. 2. The beds are all awful twins pushed together that feel like you’re sleeping on rags. 3. The bathroom has an old yellow tub, all flooring feels uneven. 4. The staircase is terrifying. 5. The outside by the beach is overgrown. 6. Was completely dirty when we stayed: dog hair all over the sheets, dirt on sheets, ants coming in the back bedroom all night, musty smell, dog slobber on windows, hairs on the towels, hair on couch.

Know before you go

Self check-in

House rules

Check-in: 4:00pm

Checkout: 10:00am

Pets allowed

No smoking

No parties

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