Spacious And Peaceful Retreat On Grand Traverse Bay! Private Beach Front
Omena, Leelanau County, United States View On Map
About this Rental
Spacious And Peaceful Retreat On Grand Traverse Bay! Private Beach Front This large and gracious home is one of a kind: large enough to comfortably accommodate an extended family, family reunion, or retreats and small conferences with 10 bedrooms, 3 half baths, and 5 full baths. It is a beautiful property with a private beach, breathtaking views, gracious rooms and furnishings, and lots of ameniti...
Spacious And Peaceful Retreat On Grand Traverse Bay! Private Beach Front This large and gracious home is one of a kind: large enough to comfortably accommodate an extended family, family reunion, or retreats and small conferences with 10 bedrooms, 3 half baths, and 5 full baths. It is a beautiful property with a private beach, breathtaking views, gracious rooms and furnishings, and lots of amenities. We have decided to make Omena House available to share with other families for special get together. A few summer weeks are still available. Omena House is a delightful venue in all four seasons. The two fireplaces and outdoor firepit promise to ease the Autumn chill for trips to enjoy fall color and winter snow play. Village and Regional CharmLocated in the charming village of Omena, “the bend at the first knuckle of the little finger” of Michigan’s Leelanau peninsula between Northport and Suttons Bay, this spacious and well appointed house is situated directly overlooking Omena and Grand Traverse Bays, with a secluded private beach. Enjoy wonderful days filled with sun, swimming, boating, beachcombing for Petoskey stones, bicycling or hiking on the many back roads and dedicated trails, and spending quality time with your family and friends. From the house you will experience shimmering sunrises over the water and woods each morning and sublime evenings. When you look up you can count stars and see the Milky Way. Within easy reach are the attractions that define the very best “up north” experience: Sleeping Bear National Lakeshore, charter fishing, casinos, excellent restaurants and bakeries (from pub fare to Zagat rated delights like Bleu and Martha’s Table). There are historical and cultural amenities including Interlochen Center for the Arts, amazing natural and human history, including the new tribal museum at Peshabestown, and several historic light houses and museums. And there are bounteous farmers markets, 20 wineries and cideries in Leelanau county alone. The Traverse City area sports 5 microbreweries, several distilleries, and there’s a “u-pick” flower garden just down the road.You can walk to the quaint village of Omena and the Leelanau Cellars Winery and Tasting Room, gallery, general store, historical museum, post office, restaurant, and park with play equipment and wide sandy beach. The setting offers a sense of seclusion screened with trees and a vista onto protected conservancy woodlands and Omena Bay.Omena HouseThis expansive 5,000 square foot home has bright and bold indoor spaces with large windows offering unobstructed views of the bay and conservancy lands. The home’s interior has been architect-updated with comfortable furnishings, colorful artwork, and two fireplaces. It features a convenient laundry room off the main kitchen. The large living room with it’s stone fireplace offers a perfect place to relax with a piano, large flatscreen TV, books and games for all ages.The dining room faces the bay with tall window walls on three sides, and seats up to 20. The large kitchen includes 2 dishwashers and stone countertops, providing ample space for all the family to come together and create gourmet meals. It is fully equipped to allow a caterer to serve special occasions as well. The large adjoining deck includes a convenient gas grill, built in seating surrounding a sheltering old maple tree. There is a large glassed-in sun porch with white wicker furniture, paddle fans and a fabulous vista overlooking Omena Bay. With 10 bedrooms, 3 half, and 5 full baths, it sleeps up to 22 people, perfect for a large or extended family. All the bedrooms are spacious with ample closets, and feature new mattresses. The first floor has 7 bedrooms with lovely views of the bay or woods. The second floor has a 3 bedrooms, one is a large and dramatic suite perfect to retreat from the bustle of activities downstairs and features a two compartment bath, Jacuzzi tub and dramatic window wall looking out at the treetops. There is a fully equipped galley kitchen, unique crows nest den with comfortable club chairs, balcony, private study, and spacious sitting room with a dramatic European fireplace, all overlooking Omena Bay. The beach opens onto beautiful Omena Bay. The sandy cove of Omena Bay is inviting, with calm protected waters for swimming. In the evening enjoy the colors of the sunset and gather around a beach fire (there is a stone fire pit and seating on the beach.) Or, if you prefer, walk down the road to the nautical themed “Knot Just a Bar” restaurant, and enjoy a gourmet dinner outdoors watching the sun set and the moon rise. Omena offers a quaint country store with gourmet items and beer, wine and alcohol.The fantastic “up north” experience does not end with summer. Enjoy spectacular foliage, hiking, biking, and winery tours while making this beautiful house your home base at off season rates. The fireplaces and fire pit offer a warm glow for crisp cool weather occasions. Also close by are cross country and downhill skiing to entice your winter fancy..Keywords: House, Private Beach
Popular amenities
Essentials
- Wireless internet
- Free wifi
- Internet
- Towels provided
- Linens provided
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Basic soaps
- Heating
- Fireplace
Kitchen
- Kitchen
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Stove
- Oven
- Grill
- Dishes & utensils
- Dining table
- Coffee maker
- Coffee grinder
- Kettle
- Blender
- Ice maker
- Toaster
Outside
- Fire pit
- Outdoor furniture
Laundry
- Washing machine
- Clothes dryer
- Iron & board
Parking
- Parking
Safety
- Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
- Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
- Fire extinguisher
- First aid kit
- Exterior lighting
- Emergency exit route
- Hospital contact
- Police contact
Location type
- Village
- Water view
- Beach view
- Lake view
Nearby activities
- Museums
- Swimming
- Sailing
- Water skiing
- Jet skiing
- Boating
- Kayaking
- Windsurfing
- Skiing
- Snowboarding
- Cross-country skiing
- Sledding
- Snowmobiling
- Hiking
- Cycling
- Mountain biking
- Horseback riding
- Winery tours
- Shopping
- Golf
- Ecotourism
- Wildlife viewing
- Birdwatching
- Fishing
- Marina
- Hunting
- Gambling casinos
Suitability
- Minimum age limit for renters
Property Amenities
Top family friendly amenities
- Toys/games
- Microwave
- Kitchen
- Living/dining area
Popular amenities
- Beach view
- Pet-friendly
- Washer
- Fireplace
- Outdoor space
- Hot tub
- Barbecue grill
- Air conditioning
- Dryer
- Free WiFi
Property Details
House Rules
- Check-in: After 4:00 PM
- Check-out: Before 10:00 AM
- Children allowed: ages 0–17
- Events allowed: No
- Pets allowed: dogs (limit 1 total)
- Smoking allowed: Smoking is not permitted
- Small events are taken into consideration on a case by case basis. : Small events are taken into consideration on a case by case basis.
Important Information
- This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
- 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 is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
- Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
- Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
About the area
Omena
Located in Omena, this holiday home is near the bay. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Grand Traverse Bay. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Nearby locations
- Leelanau Sands Casino 6 min drive
- Historic Fishtown 21 min drive
- Grand Traverse Bay 37 min drive
- Chateau Chantal 55 min drive
- Mission Point Lighthouse 65 min drive
Getting around
- Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) 43 min drive
Restaurants
- Big Dex's Pizzeria 6 min drive
- Northport Brewing 8 min drive
- Leelanau Wine Cellars 8 min walk
- Knot Just A Bar 8 min walk
- Fischer's Happy Hour Tavern 11 min drive
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Spacious And Peaceful Retreat On Grand Traverse Bay! Private Beach Front pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).
What time is check-in at Spacious And Peaceful Retreat On Grand Traverse Bay! Private Beach Front?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Spacious And Peaceful Retreat On Grand Traverse Bay! Private Beach Front?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Spacious And Peaceful Retreat On Grand Traverse Bay! Private Beach Front located?
Situated near the bay, this holiday home is steps from Lake Michigan and within 6 mi (10 km) of Leelanau Sands Casino and Nathaniel Rose Wine. Willowbrook Mill and Christmas Cove Farms are also within 9 miles (15 km).