The Cabin Court designation through East Bay Township provides a recognized zoning status that exempts the property from standard municipal short-term rental (STR) licensing caps and waiting lists. This allows the property to operate as an active vacation rental in accordance with township standards.
Yes, the sale includes both freestanding cottages situated on the single 0.50-acre waterfront lot: the updated 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom main cottage and the detached 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom guest cottage, totaling 1,450 square feet.
Spider Lake is an all-sports inland lake encompassing roughly 459 acres with an irregular, island-dotted shoreline. It permits motorized boating, water skiing, wakeboarding, and jet skiing, while its protected bays provide excellent conditions for kayaking and fishing.
Yes, the property is being offered turnkey, including interior furnishings, household goods, linens, decor, and waterfront recreation equipment such as kayaks, allowing for immediate occupancy or rental operation.
Both cottages feature modern mini-split heat pump systems, providing energy-efficient electric heating and cooling for zoned comfort across all seasons.
The property is located approximately 10 to 12 miles southeast of downtown Traverse City, translating to an easy 15-minute drive to Front Street dining, shopping, and Grand Traverse Bay beaches.
Yes, the layout of two independent cottages on the property provides the practical ability to occupy one dwelling for personal use while operating the other as a vacation rental or guest accommodation.
The property is located minutes from the Pere Marquette State Forest and the celebrated VASA Pathway, offering premier trails for mountain biking, hiking, trail running, cross-country skiing, and permitted off-road vehicle (ORV) use.
The property features a deep, level lot leading directly to private sandy Spider Lake frontage with gradual water entry, ideal for swimming, relaxing on the shore, and launching paddlecraft.
Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) is located approximately 8 miles from the property, providing commercial flights to major domestic transportation hubs including Chicago, Detroit, and seasonal destinations.
Two Cottages, Sandy Spider Lake Frontage & Exceptional Rental Potential
Enjoy the best of Northern Michigan waterfront living with this unique property featuring two charming cottages on beautiful Spider Lake. Whether you're looking for a family retreat, an income-producing vacation property, or a combination of personal use and rental income, this property offers tremendous flexibility in one of the Traverse City area's most desirable recreational locations.
The property includes a comfortable 1-bedroom, 1-bath cottage along with a larger 2-bedroom, 1-bath cottage featuring a sunroom and spacious lakeside deck. Both cottages are cute, comfortable and nicely updated, including mini-split systems for efficient heating and cooling.
Step outside and enjoy a deep, level waterfront lot and sandy Spider Lake beach with easy access to the water. Spider Lake is a beautiful all-sports lake known for boating, fishing, kayaking, swimming and year-round recreation.
One of the property's biggest advantages is its Cabin Court designation with the township, making it exempt from local short-term rental restrictions. With a good rental history already established, the property offers excellent potential for continued vacation rental use. An owner could also enjoy one cottage while renting the other, create a family compound with separate accommodations for guests, or simply keep both cottages for private use.
The property is being offered turnkey, including furnishings, household goods, kayaks and much of what is needed to begin enjoying—or renting—the cottages right away.
Despite the peaceful lake setting, you're only minutes from downtown Traverse City and close to the VASA Trail, extensive state land, hiking, mountain biking, ORV trails and countless four-season recreational opportunities.
Properties combining two separate cottages, sandy waterfront, established rental history and valuable short-term rental flexibility are increasingly difficult to find in the Traverse City area. 4256 N Spider Lake Road is an opportunity to enjoy the lake today while retaining outstanding flexibility for the future.
Spider Lake – A Northern Michigan Waterfront Lifestyle Just Minutes from Traverse City
Spider Lake is one of the Traverse City area's most popular recreational lakes, offering a beautiful combination of clear water, wooded shorelines, islands and bays. This all-sports lake is ideal for boating, fishing, swimming, kayaking, paddleboarding and simply enjoying life on the water.
The surrounding area is especially attractive for those who enjoy the outdoors. Thousands of acres of state land are nearby, along with the VASA Trail system, providing outstanding opportunities for hiking, mountain biking, cross-country skiing and year-round recreation. ORV and snowmobile trails are also easily accessible throughout the area.
Despite its peaceful Northern Michigan setting, Spider Lake is conveniently located just a short drive from downtown Traverse City, where you'll find restaurants, shopping, entertainment, beaches, wineries, breweries and the many attractions that make the Grand Traverse region one of Michigan's most popular destinations.
Spider Lake offers the opportunity to enjoy a true up-north lake lifestyle without giving up convenient access to Traverse City. Spend the morning on the water, explore nearby trails in the afternoon, and enjoy dinner downtown in the evening.
For vacation homeowners, year-round residents and visitors alike, the Spider Lake area provides an exceptional combination of waterfront recreation, natural beauty and proximity to everything Traverse City has to offer.
This property is located at 4256 North Spider Lake Road, Traverse City, MI 49696
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