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The Burdhouse, in the heart of Traverse City

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Interior
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 61800 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Traverse City, MI
  • Front Street
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Munson Healthcare
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Village at Grand Traverse Commons
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Single Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Dining area

About this property

The Burdhouse, in the heart of Traverse City

In Traverse City's center lies a charming four-bedroom getaway that is within walking distance to breathtaking views of Lake Michigan and lively Front Street. Immerse yourself in the natural beauty of the region, with the sparkling waters of Grand Traverse Bay just a few blocks away

As a guest, you'll enjoy the convenience of a fully stocked kitchen, complete with a stove, oven, refrigerator, grill, and all the necessary appliances and utensils to prepare delicious meals. Unwind in the comfortable living room, or step outside to the porch and soak up the fresh air. Keep entertained with the TV, enjoying the beautiful outdoor patios, or challenge your family to a game night.

Retire to one of the three well-appointed bathrooms, where you'll find towels, basic toiletries, and a hair dryer. Stay connected with the high-speed WiFi, and take advantage of the in-unit laundry facilities to keep your clothes fresh.

Whether you're seeking a relaxing getaway or an adventure-filled vacation, our 4-bedroom home in Traverse City offers the perfect blend of comfort and convenience. Immerse yourself in the natural beauty of the region and create lasting memories with your loved ones.

2 blocks from public pickleball courts

Property manager

Tammy Ensman
Premier Host

Languages

English
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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 8
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Traverse City

Located in Traverse City, this holiday home is in the city centre. Shoppers can check out Front Street, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Lake Michigan and Grand Traverse Bay. Great Lakes Children's Museum and Great Wolf Lodge Water Park are also worth visiting. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the snowmobiling and sledging.
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What's nearby

  • Front Street - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Traverse City Visitor Center - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Munson Healthcare - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Village at Grand Traverse Commons - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Great Wolf Lodge Water Park - 4 min drive - 3.5 km

Getting around

  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪North Peak Brewing Company - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Barrio - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪7 Monks Taproom - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Folgarelli's Market & Wine Shop - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Loco Boys Brewing Company - ‬6 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Burdhouse, in the heart of Traverse City pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Burdhouse, in the heart of Traverse City?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Burdhouse, in the heart of Traverse City?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Burdhouse, in the heart of Traverse City located?

Located in the heart of Traverse City, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Wags West, Lake Michigan and Front Street. City Opera House and Traverse City Visitor Center are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 134 out of 141 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 141 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 141 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 141 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 141 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Terri S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great home base

Tammy is a great host and her Burd House was the perfect place for 3 couples from Colorado to explore northwest Michigan. The house was clean and a perfect setup to join together as a group and then have privacy when wanted. Perfect location for walking to downtown area and as a jump off point to go golfing, leaf peeping and a trip to Mackinac Island. Definitely would recommend. Thanks Tammy. Joe and Terri.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eileen P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect place to stay in Traverse City

We (5 adults) stayed at the Burdhouse the last weekend in September. Everything was great! We were able to easily walk downtown and Tammy was very helpful. The house allowed each of us some privacy but also included areas where we could all be together. We would definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Allan F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Allan Fowler

Everything was great, we would come again. Suggest extra pillows and clothes hanger/hook in upstairs bedroom. Perhaps a door to front bedroom would be nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome Place

The Burdhouse was an excellent vacation spot!! Great location and was great for our whole family to stay!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roger H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Place

Great place Excellent location Lots of room!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Long Weekend in Traverse City

Great property with 4 separate bedrooms and plenty of space. No issues at all and would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carly L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Rental Location - Traverse City

Everything was great with the Birdhouse! Communication was quick and easy, LOCATION was everything, and the house was clean and fun. Such a perfect spot for our group of women to be able to access Traverse City hotspots. Would absolutely stay there again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Stay

Everything as advertised. Clean, roomy and plenty of amenities. Great location walking distance to most things. Traffic on street would be the only slight negative. Would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Renae S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect place to stay

Absolutely loved this house! The uniqueness of how it is broken down into mini apartments is really nice. We all had space yet felt like we were still all together. Very comfortable, easy walk to anything downtown.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place for family reunion

Enjoyed the stay with my siblings. Each room had a kitchen and bathroom. Close to downtown with many great places to eat.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dale A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

60th Birthday on Traverse City

The Burdhouse was a great choice for our stay in TC. Celebrating my 60th birthday with my 4 member Bday crew. The house was much prettier in person. It was spotless when we arrived. The ladies enjoyed having our own separate spaces with the 3 bedrooms downstairs and suit upstairs. Great location right on Front street in walking distance to many restaurants and stores. Tammy gave us great recommendations, great communication with her and easy access to the house. The neighbors were also very friendly and helpful to us. I would recommend the Burdhouse to my friends and family for a wonderful stay in Traverse City.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Scott M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent property

Great location and perfect set up for a family of 8. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elaine L., Burr Ridge

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great for bikers

We had a group of 5 who love to bike. The house is located close to everything...town, the water, and biking trails. Traverse City is a bike-friendly community. Could ha e stayed for a week and not been bored.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Onya R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Spacious, stocked, and convenient location

This was a perfect rental for our girls weekend. There was plenty of room for 6 of us and the house was very cute and fully stocked with everything we needed. The location was perfect and within walking distance to the local shops and restaurants. Tammy was a great host and made sure we had everything we needed. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic property,fantastic location!

Located across from a wonderful cheese shop, steps from a Grand Traverse Pie Co location, and on front street for easy access to Traverse City shops and restaurants - yet still quiet and relaxing. Well stocked, very comfortable beds and plenty of room to relax. Great getaway!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Charming

Tammy was a great host and the property is charming and in a fabulous location.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kate F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great property for multiple guests!

This is a wonderful space to host family or friends! Lots of space and super convenient access to downtown TC. Parking is helpful as it’s offered next to the house off a side street. Great base for exploring TC and surrounding areas.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brenda S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing

Amazing location and host . Thanks Tammy
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay, lovely place.

The Birdcage is a very lovely home. Tammy has paid much attention to detail in this gem. The rooms were perfect for our girls weekend getaway. Bed comfortable, decor awesome. At first we thought it would b weird having 3 kitchens and living rooms, but worked out so well. We joined together in the main part of the house for snacks and games. Loved the view. Perfect location. Wished it would have been nicer weather to enjoy the awesome outdoor wrap around porch. Can't say enough about Tammy. We already have next year's trip planned.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen K., Salt Lake City

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location, fun property

Great location for 3 couples to get together for a weekend and enjoy downtown Traverse City. Each had their own area with ample common area too. Clean and well cared for.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sean F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Place

Great Place to stay in TC. The cleanliness of the place was excellent. The rooms were large and there was plenty of space. Location was very convenient being right in town. I would stay here again and highly recommend it to others if your staying in TC.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Archie P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Home away from home.

The accomodations were top notch. Three couples each having their own little apartments was terrific. Tammy treated us wonderfully, so nice. We'll definitely return.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Philip S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful older home, incredibly convenient location!

We had a wonderful time in Traverse City while staying at the Burdhouse. The location of this historic home cannot be beaten. We were within literal walking distance of everything in downtown TC. There are four bedrooms and three (yes, three!) fully stocked kitchens. We joked throughout our stay about which kitchen to use at which particular time. The communication with the property owner was excellent and when a small problem occurred, she was highly responsive. Overall, we had an excellent stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kris M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect for our mini vacation

Home was perfect for outlr three couples. Everyone had there own personal space eith everything we needed and was a great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elaine M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great!!!!!!

Great very heavy snow it was wonderful to walk to area shopping and dining!!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

About the host

Hosted by Tammy Ensman

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I have lived in Traverse City for 30 years and love this town! There are so many places you can walk to from the Burdhouse including restaurants, shops, beaches, wine shop, specialty markets and more. I am available to help make your stay in Traverse City the most enjoyable stay ever!

Why they chose this property

I purchased the Burdhouse because the building is very unique and extremely beautiful. The wrap around, covered porch is perfect for sipping coffee in the morning and wine in the evening. The location can't be beat. Leave your car at the house and walk into town for nightlife, restaurants, shopping and more.

What makes this property unique

Cheese lady directly across the street, Burritt's market next door for fresh fish, meats, produce, etc. Grand Traverse Pie company next door. The location of the house is on a great corner of town where you can walk to everything!

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English

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