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🌆 539 Bay St Downtown Lakeview Condo | 204E - Waterfront, Free Parking, Moments from festival grounds

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Marina
Beach nearby
TV
Golf

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10 out of 10
Exceptional

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2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6125 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

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Traverse City, MI
  • Place, Traverse City Visitor Center
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Front Street
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Clinch Park Beach
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪11 min drive‬

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🌆 539 Bay St Downtown Lakeview Condo | 204E - Waterfront, Free Parking, Moments from festival grounds

THE TRUE NORTH presents… 🌆 539 Bay St Lakeview near TC | Walk to Beach & Festivals ➠ 204E

Enjoy unobstructed lake views just 300 feet from West Grand Traverse Bay in this modern 2-bedroom waterfront retreat in downtown Traverse City. Walk to the beach, Open Space festivals, waterfront trails, and top restaurants less than a mile away, then unwind on your private balcony or by the lakeside firepit at sunset. Perfect for families, couples, and event-goers seeking beach access with true downtown walkability. Learn more below…👇

🌟 HIGHLIGHTS 🌟
🛏️ 2 Bedrooms + 2 Bathrooms | Sleeps 6—King and Queen beds + Sleeper Sofa
📍 Walk to Downtown Traverse City—Less than 1 mile (10–15 min scenic waterfront walk)
🌊 Covered patio with outdoor dining and unobstructed Lake Michigan views
🎬 Smart TVs + Streaming - Netflix and popular apps available
🧺 In-Unit Washer & Dryer - Full-size combo for added convenience
🚗 Free On-Site Parking—Easy arrival and peace of mind (1 dedicated space per unit)

🌳 OUTDOOR OASIS
Indulge in outdoor dining at a large outdoor patio with spectacular lake views that are hard to beat in Traverse City.
Step outside and immerse yourself in true waterfront living. Enjoy sandy beach access just steps away, gather around the shared firepit, or stroll the shoreline as the sun sets over the bay. The nearby Open Space hosts Traverse City's iconic festivals, making this location unbeatable for event lovers—while still offering peaceful lakefront relaxation.

🏠 LIVING AREA
Bright, welcoming, and thoughtfully designed, the living space offers a comfortable place to unwind after beach days or downtown adventures. Kick back with Smart TV streaming, cozy seating, and a layout that encourages conversation and connection.

🍽️ KITCHEN & DINING
The kitchen is fully equipped for everything from quick breakfasts to relaxed dinners in. Whether you're heading out to Traverse City's renowned restaurants or enjoying a meal at home, you'll have all the essentials needed for a seamless stay.

🛏️ BEDROOMS & BATHROOMS
🛌 Primary Bedroom: King-size bed with plush linens with en-suite bathroom and million-dollar lake views and patio access
🛌 Guest Bedroom: Queen-size bed
🛋️ Sleeper sofa in the Living Room with linens provided

🚿 Second Bathroom (Hallway Full Bath) - Shower & toilet with fresh towels and starter toiletries provided
Conveniently shared between guest bedroom and living area

🏡 ESSENTIAL AMENITIES
📶 High-Speed Wi-Fi
❄️ Central climate control
🧺 In-unit washer & dryer
🛏️ Linens & bath towels provided
🚗 Free on-site parking

Designed to feel like home — but with better views.

📍 LOCATION ADVANTAGES
📍 Downtown Traverse City: 0.9 mi
✈️ Cherry Capital Airport: 6.0 mi
🏖️ West End Beach: 0.7 mi
🐴 Horse Shows on the Bay: 8 minutes
🎭 Festivals & Open Space: Steps away
🍷 Wineries, breweries, shopping & dining all nearby

The nearby Open Space hosts Traverse City's iconic festivals, making this location unbeatable for event lovers — while still offering peaceful lakefront relaxation.
Festivals include the Traverse City Film Festival, Cherry Festival, and Beer, Wine & Music Festivals - all easily accessible from this prime location.

🔍 OTHER THINGS TO KNOW
🧹 Daily cleaning turnovers are not included
🔑 Easy self check-in via keypad (custom code provided)
🧴 Starter supplies included for short stays
🗓️ Short-term, weekly & monthly stays available

🛋️ HOUSE RULES
🚭 No Smoking – $1,000 fine for indoor smoking
🎉 No parties or events
👥 Please register the correct number of guests
💲 $50 per unregistered guest (laundry & service costs)
🕓 Check-In: 4:00 PM
🕚 Check-Out: 11:00 AM

🎁 COMPLIMENTARY TRUE NORTH PERKS
🍾 1 Bottle of Chateau Chantal Celebrate Sparkling Wine
💪 Complimentary Gym Access at Iron House Gym

EXCLUSIVE TRUE NORTH BENEFITS
🛎 VIP Concierge Services – Personalized experiences at your home:
• Private chefs
• Photographers
• Event planners
• In-home massage
• Grocery delivery & pre-arrival fridge stocking
• …and more curated services upon request

LOCAL PARTNER PERKS
Enjoy exclusive savings during your stay:
🍷 30% off tastings & bottles @ Chateau Chantal Winery
🚌 10% off wine tours with The Magic Shuttle Bus
🚤 5% off boat rentals @ Legacy Boat Rentals
🚲 10% off rentals & tours @ Paddle TC
🧘 15% off classes @ Original Hot Yoga
🥑 $5 off $50 purchase @ Edson Farms Natural Food Market
🥤 10% off @ Playa Bowls
🍪 Free cookie + 25% off your order @ Bay Bread Company

🛡️ Damage Protection Coverage
For added peace of mind, your reservation includes complimentary damage protection coverage:
• Up to $1,000 coverage for OTA bookings (Airbnb, VRBO, etc.)
• Up to $1,500 coverage for direct bookings through our website

This protection covers:
✔️ Accidental damage
✔️ Minor breakage
✔️ Non-negligent incidents

Not covered:
✘ Parties or events
✘ Intentional damage
✘ Missing items
✘ Excessive cleaning
✘ Unauthorized guests
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Coverage applies to qualified incidents over a $50–$100 threshold, helping eliminate small or nuisance claims and making your stay more worry-free.
📌 Terms & Conditions apply.

🚀 READY TO MAKE MEMORIES?
From sunset beach walks to festival weekends and cozy nights by the firepit, this waterfront condo offers the best of Traverse City, all in one unforgettable stay.

Book now and let our team at THE TRUE NORTH craft your perfect getaway. ✨
During your stay at this condo building, you're just a quick walk from Lake Michigan. Concierge services and laundry facilities are available. The condo offers free WiFi and a kitchen.
  • Air-conditioned condo with kitchen, washing machine, and 2 bathrooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Amenities include laundry facilities and an elevator
  • Just a 5-minute walk from Lake Michigan and 11 minutes by foot from Front Street
This condo offers its guests concierge services, laundry facilities, and an elevator. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Traverse City condo is smoke free.


Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Massage

Internet

  • Available in the condo: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Chef service
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • In-room accessibility
  • Lift
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping on request
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city centre
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Optional golf privileges
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • 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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Unit size: 1,350 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Property is also known as

583572

🌆 539 Bay St Downtown Lakeview Condo | 204E - Waterfront, Free Parking, Moments from festival grounds Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 17 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 17 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kelly P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fall in Traverse City

A fantastic weekend. The condo was perfect for our group of 3 adults. The location was great, being right in the heart of Traverse City, close to dining and shopping plus the view of the bay was wonderful. There were 3 outdoor decks!! We enjoyed the fire pit as well. I really like the separation between the 2 bedrooms and bathrooms, which was perfect. The kitchen area was large with a table completely set for 6. We didn't do any cooking but enjoyed being able to store some snacks and drinks in the refrigerator. I could easily see staying at this location for a week or more and truly enjoying all the conveniences of the property. Communication with the management team was flawless. Check in and out could not have been easier. Would 100% recommend using True North.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location condo

Clean, nicely decorated condo in a central location within walking distance of many restaurants, shopping and bars. Close drive to Sleeping Bear Dunes and Charlevoix. Loved it and highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kaila W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

G Z.

Liked: Cleanliness

Location in Traverse City

This unit is located right by the lake. Looks new and very clean. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent

Very clean and comfortable unit with amazing views of the bay. We had 3 adults and there was more than enough space for everyone. I would highly recommend this property!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Tournament weekend

We had a great stay! Perfect location, close to downtown and beautiful views! Great for family traveling to support their favorite athlete at a tournament weekend!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carrie J., Louisville, US

Liked: Cleanliness

Great view and centrally located!

Property was spacious, clean, inviting, and well appointed! We had a small hiccup with the streaming capability on the tv (as my tweens were looking forward to watching some spooky movies, but Jake was extremely helpful and went out of his way to make sure we were taken care of! The property is a great central location with the added luxury of onsite parking! Close to downtown but with a private, secluded feel. We’ll 100% stay at this property again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dellsie B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Traverse City weekend

The condo was very clean, spacious and had everything we needed. I am not sure how old the building is, but it is very newly built. The three balconies facing the water were so nice. We would definitely stay again. Suggestions for the property manager: more towels would be nice and the ad is misleading in that it advertises that it sleeps 6 - I indicated we had 5 people and were charged a guest fee of $90 for having more than 4 people. I questioned this and asked for a credit in this regard but nothing came of it.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Keith B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quick get away.

Property was clean and beautiful. Close to downtown a lot of greet shops and restaurants..there is a lot of traffic and a little noisy. There was a complimentary bottle of champagne which was a nice touch.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sunny S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place and great location

As advertised. Very spacious floor plan with three separate balconies. Excellent vibe just west of the main drag. Looking forward to staying here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christine L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great spot

The location of this condo was great! We loved walking to downtown tc and the lake/ beach! Such a spacious place with comfortable furniture and beds. Very new and modern!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessica J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fabulous spot

This condo was beautiful. It was tastefully decorated, spacious, and had beautiful views of the bay. This spot will not disappoint.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kyle A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect location to walk everywhere; beautiful and clean

Something the listing didn’t say but was a nice surprise is the unit had 3 balconies! Each equipped with tables and chairs. The unit was very spacious and nicely appointed. And so clean! Parking was easy and convenient. The only complaint is the super busy and LOUD 4 lane road in front between the lake and the condos. Traffic did settle down after 10pm. Will definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robyn M., Clawson, MI

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful space & walkable to downtown!

We really enjoyed our stay, our place was luxurious and beautiful. It was clean and provided a lot of comfort. The amenities were great, from the check-in screen with information on our stay, keyless entry, balconies, lots of space, comfy bedding to the toiletries provided. Our room got changed from what I booked, without notice, but the new space did not disappoint and we still enjoyed our views of the Bay! The only thing I would note for future renters is that the door into our space was VERY heavy (even my husband had to put his weight into the door). I would be concerned someone much older would struggle to open and get into their room. Other than that, we enjoyed being able to view the bay and walk downtown with ease! Beautiful space and will be recommending to friends/family going forward. We'll be back!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sharon L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Very nice

The condo was exceptionally clean and very spacious.Loved the three balconies off the living room,kitchen and master bath.It is on a main road with quite a bit of traffic.Although you can see Grand Traverse Bay, it is partially obscured by trees.It was early Spring so no leaves on the tree but I would imagine summer you wouldn’t have much of a view.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023