Blue Water Retreat Walk to Beach Downtown TC
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Summary:The Blue Water Retreat is a lovely third-floor 2-bedroom condo located on Downtown Traverse City's main drag and is just minutes from the epicenter of all things fun in TC!The Space:Welcome to the Blue Water Front Street Retreat. T...
Location
Located on the waterfront, this condo is in Oak Park, a neighborhood in Traverse City. Clinch Park and Left Foot Charley are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Michigan and Traverse City State Park. Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf and Great Lakes Children's Museum are also worth visiting.
Refrigerator
Coffee/Tea maker
TV
Microwave
Hair dryer
WiFi
Location
Traverse City, Michigan
Guest reviews of Blue Water Retreat Walk to Beach Downtown TC
9.2
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Guests describe Blue Water Retreat Walk to Beach Downtown TC as a comfortable condo in a convenient Traverse City spot, walking distance for many to beach and downtown, with essentials that work well for couples, families, or small groups.
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Guests describe Blue Water Retreat Walk to Beach Downtown TC as a comfortable condo in a convenient Traverse City spot, walking distance for many to beach and downtown, with essentials that work well for couples, families, or small groups.
Reviews consistently commend the property's cleanliness. Many appreciate the layout and bedding, while the decor feels simple rather than upscale. Management is responsive and accommodating, though a couple of guests disliked checkout cleaning requirements despite a cleaning fee, and parking is limited to a tight assigned spot with inconvenient options for a second car. Expect a practical, well-located stay with few frills.
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Facilities
On-site parking is limited to one assigned spot that several guests found tight, and extra parking for a second car can be inconvenient.
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Jayme W.
4 Aug 2023
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Stayed 5 nights
We were in town for a sailing regatta at Grand Traverse Yacht Club and mainly needed a place to sleep and do laundry as we were gone all day. The place was clean and quiet and safe for our small family of 3 to rest our heads each night. It is about 10 minutes from downtown Traverse City, nothing very walkable from this location. The property manager was very responsive and helpful. A few negatives - The assigned parking spots are very tight for a vehicle larger than a standard SUV. Typical VRBO, they require guests to basically clean the entire place prior to checkout despite being charged a cleaning fee. The beds/pillows were horribly uncomfortable. All considered it was a successful stay.
We were in town for a sailing regatta at Grand Traverse Yacht Club and mainly needed a place to sleep and do laundry as we were gone all day. The place was clean and quiet and safe for our small family of 3 to rest our heads each night. It is about 10 minutes from downtown Traverse City, nothing very walkable from this location. The property manager was very responsive and helpful. A few negatives - The assigned parking spots are very tight for a vehicle larger than a standard SUV. Typical VRBO, they require guests to basically clean the entire place prior to checkout despite being charged a cleaning fee. The beds/pillows were horribly uncomfortable. All considered it was a successful stay.
10
Kris Anne C.
7 Sept 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
We had A great stay. The unit was everything we needed. It was clean and enough space for us and our guests. Highly recommend if you have a small car our rental was perfect for the space.
We had A great stay. The unit was everything we needed. It was clean and enough space for us and our guests. Highly recommend if you have a small car our rental was perfect for the space.
10
Robert C.
22 Aug 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Just as listed. Owner was very responsive by email. Location was great. Very clean. Parking spot for one car was convenient. Enjoyed our stay and would stay again in this property.
Just as listed. Owner was very responsive by email. Location was great. Very clean. Parking spot for one car was convenient. Enjoyed our stay and would stay again in this property.
10
Tim S.
5 Jul 2023
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Stayed 4 nights
We had two couples and were able to truly enjoy our long weekend for the 4th of July. We could walk to breakfast and coffee and we walked to a beach as well! The assigned parking spot was a great use during the busy time of the 4th of July Weekend as well! Great property and we had a wonderful time!
We had two couples and were able to truly enjoy our long weekend for the 4th of July. We could walk to breakfast and coffee and we walked to a beach as well! The assigned parking spot was a great use during the busy time of the 4th of July Weekend as well! Great property and we had a wonderful time!
8
Nicole F.
27 Jul 2023
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Stayed 7 nights
We came in town for my husbands birthday. We always enjoy our trip to Traverse City. He wanted to go back for his birthday again this year so we made this spot home for our stay this time around. The owner was very responsive, property close to everything. Only reason I knocked a star off was due to not having the right access code to enter when we first arrived, however management got back to me right away with the access, and the parking lot was very small. My husband drives a big truck and we had to park in our assigned spot per unit. We were parked behind other vehicles and I was nervous other stayers may back into his truck. Other than that I would recommend the location :)
We came in town for my husbands birthday. We always enjoy our trip to Traverse City. He wanted to go back for his birthday again this year so we made this spot home for our stay this time around. The owner was very responsive, property close to everything. Only reason I knocked a star off was due to not having the right access code to enter when we first arrived, however management got back to me right away with the access, and the parking lot was very small. My husband drives a big truck and we had to park in our assigned spot per unit. We were parked behind other vehicles and I was nervous other stayers may back into his truck. Other than that I would recommend the location :)
8
Dedee B.
25 Sept 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Property was clean welcoming and spacious! Easy to find and check in. Only draw back was we had 2 cars and additional parking was quite a bit further away.
Property was clean welcoming and spacious! Easy to find and check in. Only draw back was we had 2 cars and additional parking was quite a bit further away.
10
Jo Ann F.
1 Sept 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
The property was very clean and well-decorated, nicely stocked kitchen, baths and laundry. comfortable beds, faced the back of the busy street, so not too noisy. There are white noise machines, just in case. The A/C was a blessing since it was hot wile we were there and the unit is in the top floor. Easy keypad access, good communication, the parallel parking spot is a little tight. There was a lot of construction in town on the road by the bay during our stay, but it’s avoidable if you go south out the back and then head toward town.
The property was very clean and well-decorated, nicely stocked kitchen, baths and laundry. comfortable beds, faced the back of the busy street, so not too noisy. There are white noise machines, just in case. The A/C was a blessing since it was hot wile we were there and the unit is in the top floor. Easy keypad access, good communication, the parallel parking spot is a little tight. There was a lot of construction in town on the road by the bay during our stay, but it’s avoidable if you go south out the back and then head toward town.
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Cleanliness
Reviews consistently commend the condo for being very clean and well maintained.
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James M.
29 Jun 2023
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Stayed 4 nights
Property was clean and well kept. Nice location, close to things to do. Would definitely stay there again.
Property was clean and well kept. Nice location, close to things to do. Would definitely stay there again.
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carol e.
8 Jun 2025
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Stayed 5 nights
Excellent stay. Very comfortable and located perfectly. Kitchen well stocked and very clean.
Excellent stay. Very comfortable and located perfectly. Kitchen well stocked and very clean.
10
Nancy R.
27 Jul 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Good location. Very comfortable beds and place was clean.
Good location. Very comfortable beds and place was clean.
10
Dan K.
11 Aug 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Very nice accommodations and very well equipped with everything we needed. The unit was very clean. Check in went very smooth and the managers were very responsive. We love to hang out at Bryant Beach so the location worked very well for us. I would highly recommend staying at Blue Water Retreat.
Very nice accommodations and very well equipped with everything we needed. The unit was very clean. Check in went very smooth and the managers were very responsive. We love to hang out at Bryant Beach so the location worked very well for us. I would highly recommend staying at Blue Water Retreat.
8
Charles D.
25 Aug 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Overall the condo worked well for our 3 night stay. It was clean and comfortable. Most everything we needed was supplied. Several possible negatives in my opinion:1. Door to the building doesn’t have a lock, so anyone can enter. Prefer greater security. 2. 3rd floor walk up. Not an issue if everyone in your group can do stairs. 3. Door to master bath squeaks when opening or closing. Since the door is only a few feet from the bed, this can be bothersome to someone trying to sleep. The management company was responsive and good to work with.
Overall the condo worked well for our 3 night stay. It was clean and comfortable. Most everything we needed was supplied. Several possible negatives in my opinion:1. Door to the building doesn’t have a lock, so anyone can enter. Prefer greater security. 2. 3rd floor walk up. Not an issue if everyone in your group can do stairs. 3. Door to master bath squeaks when opening or closing. Since the door is only a few feet from the bed, this can be bothersome to someone trying to sleep. The management company was responsive and good to work with.
10
Irelan B.
8 Aug 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Our stay was great. Property was clean and perfect for our family. Road traffic was a little loud, but otherwise perfect stay!
Our stay was great. Property was clean and perfect for our family. Road traffic was a little loud, but otherwise perfect stay!
10
Robert C.
22 Aug 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Just as listed. Owner was very responsive by email. Location was great. Very clean. Parking spot for one car was convenient. Enjoyed our stay and would stay again in this property.
Just as listed. Owner was very responsive by email. Location was great. Very clean. Parking spot for one car was convenient. Enjoyed our stay and would stay again in this property.
10
Emma N.
12 Oct 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Very nice and clean!
Very nice and clean!
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Lisa R.
6 Sept 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Very true to listing, very clean and great location!
Very true to listing, very clean and great location!
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Susan W.
22 Sept 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
This was the perfect spot to stay for a weekend soccer tournament in TC. Felt brand new, very clean, conveniently located, overall fantastic.
This was the perfect spot to stay for a weekend soccer tournament in TC. Felt brand new, very clean, conveniently located, overall fantastic.
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Rooms
Guests like the layout and bedding with adequate space for small groups; decor is simple rather than upscale.
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Jennifer M.
24 May 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Condo was lovey and fit all our needs
Condo was lovey and fit all our needs
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carol e.
8 Jun 2025
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Stayed 5 nights
Excellent stay. Very comfortable and located perfectly. Kitchen well stocked and very clean.
Excellent stay. Very comfortable and located perfectly. Kitchen well stocked and very clean.
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Nancy R.
27 Jul 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Good location. Very comfortable beds and place was clean.
Good location. Very comfortable beds and place was clean.
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Camille D.
15 Jul 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Lovely, clean and well furnished 2B2B condo in the heart of TC. Easily a very nice walk to the lakefront and downtown! The rental was easily accessed and there was excellent communication with the rental company! Would not hesitate to stay again in the future!!
Lovely, clean and well furnished 2B2B condo in the heart of TC. Easily a very nice walk to the lakefront and downtown! The rental was easily accessed and there was excellent communication with the rental company! Would not hesitate to stay again in the future!!
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Charles D.
25 Aug 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Overall the condo worked well for our 3 night stay. It was clean and comfortable. Most everything we needed was supplied. Several possible negatives in my opinion:1. Door to the building doesn’t have a lock, so anyone can enter. Prefer greater security. 2. 3rd floor walk up. Not an issue if everyone in your group can do stairs. 3. Door to master bath squeaks when opening or closing. Since the door is only a few feet from the bed, this can be bothersome to someone trying to sleep. The management company was responsive and good to work with.
Overall the condo worked well for our 3 night stay. It was clean and comfortable. Most everything we needed was supplied. Several possible negatives in my opinion:1. Door to the building doesn’t have a lock, so anyone can enter. Prefer greater security. 2. 3rd floor walk up. Not an issue if everyone in your group can do stairs. 3. Door to master bath squeaks when opening or closing. Since the door is only a few feet from the bed, this can be bothersome to someone trying to sleep. The management company was responsive and good to work with.
10
Kelsey R.
14 Oct 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
This place was perfect for our long weekend. We had everything we needed and it wasn’t too far from the downtown area.
This place was perfect for our long weekend. We had everything we needed and it wasn’t too far from the downtown area.
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Kris Anne C.
7 Sept 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
We had A great stay. The unit was everything we needed. It was clean and enough space for us and our guests. Highly recommend if you have a small car our rental was perfect for the space.
We had A great stay. The unit was everything we needed. It was clean and enough space for us and our guests. Highly recommend if you have a small car our rental was perfect for the space.
10
Roger B.
18 Jul 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Really enjoyed our stay. Good location… walkable to downtown about 1 mile away. Clean and efficient layout. Not luxuriously furnished but everything you need. Cable was limited streaming but we didn’t spend much time watching. Place worked well for 2 couples and was a good value. Recommended.
Really enjoyed our stay. Good location… walkable to downtown about 1 mile away. Clean and efficient layout. Not luxuriously furnished but everything you need. Cable was limited streaming but we didn’t spend much time watching. Place worked well for 2 couples and was a good value. Recommended.
10
Sarah T.
15 Oct 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
We enjoyed our time here. Just what we needed for 4 adults.
We enjoyed our time here. Just what we needed for 4 adults.
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Jo Ann F.
1 Sept 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
The property was very clean and well-decorated, nicely stocked kitchen, baths and laundry. comfortable beds, faced the back of the busy street, so not too noisy. There are white noise machines, just in case. The A/C was a blessing since it was hot wile we were there and the unit is in the top floor. Easy keypad access, good communication, the parallel parking spot is a little tight. There was a lot of construction in town on the road by the bay during our stay, but it’s avoidable if you go south out the back and then head toward town.
The property was very clean and well-decorated, nicely stocked kitchen, baths and laundry. comfortable beds, faced the back of the busy street, so not too noisy. There are white noise machines, just in case. The A/C was a blessing since it was hot wile we were there and the unit is in the top floor. Easy keypad access, good communication, the parallel parking spot is a little tight. There was a lot of construction in town on the road by the bay during our stay, but it’s avoidable if you go south out the back and then head toward town.
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Service
Management communication is responsive and check-in is easy, with quick help when issues arose; a couple of guests disliked checkout cleaning requirements despite a cleaning fee.
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Jayme W.
4 Aug 2023
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Stayed 5 nights
We were in town for a sailing regatta at Grand Traverse Yacht Club and mainly needed a place to sleep and do laundry as we were gone all day. The place was clean and quiet and safe for our small family of 3 to rest our heads each night. It is about 10 minutes from downtown Traverse City, nothing very walkable from this location. The property manager was very responsive and helpful. A few negatives - The assigned parking spots are very tight for a vehicle larger than a standard SUV. Typical VRBO, they require guests to basically clean the entire place prior to checkout despite being charged a cleaning fee. The beds/pillows were horribly uncomfortable. All considered it was a successful stay.
We were in town for a sailing regatta at Grand Traverse Yacht Club and mainly needed a place to sleep and do laundry as we were gone all day. The place was clean and quiet and safe for our small family of 3 to rest our heads each night. It is about 10 minutes from downtown Traverse City, nothing very walkable from this location. The property manager was very responsive and helpful. A few negatives - The assigned parking spots are very tight for a vehicle larger than a standard SUV. Typical VRBO, they require guests to basically clean the entire place prior to checkout despite being charged a cleaning fee. The beds/pillows were horribly uncomfortable. All considered it was a successful stay.
10
Cassandra K.
9 Oct 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
The property was exactly as described. Very clean and nice. Great location and walking distance to several restaurants and coffee shops. The host was extremely accommodating, we had a death in the family and they allowed me to shift my dates even though the cancellation policy stated otherwise. We were very happy with how everything worked out nicely.
The property was exactly as described. Very clean and nice. Great location and walking distance to several restaurants and coffee shops. The host was extremely accommodating, we had a death in the family and they allowed me to shift my dates even though the cancellation policy stated otherwise. We were very happy with how everything worked out nicely.
10
Dan K.
11 Aug 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Very nice accommodations and very well equipped with everything we needed. The unit was very clean. Check in went very smooth and the managers were very responsive. We love to hang out at Bryant Beach so the location worked very well for us. I would highly recommend staying at Blue Water Retreat.
Very nice accommodations and very well equipped with everything we needed. The unit was very clean. Check in went very smooth and the managers were very responsive. We love to hang out at Bryant Beach so the location worked very well for us. I would highly recommend staying at Blue Water Retreat.
8
Charles D.
25 Aug 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Overall the condo worked well for our 3 night stay. It was clean and comfortable. Most everything we needed was supplied. Several possible negatives in my opinion:1. Door to the building doesn’t have a lock, so anyone can enter. Prefer greater security. 2. 3rd floor walk up. Not an issue if everyone in your group can do stairs. 3. Door to master bath squeaks when opening or closing. Since the door is only a few feet from the bed, this can be bothersome to someone trying to sleep. The management company was responsive and good to work with.
Overall the condo worked well for our 3 night stay. It was clean and comfortable. Most everything we needed was supplied. Several possible negatives in my opinion:1. Door to the building doesn’t have a lock, so anyone can enter. Prefer greater security. 2. 3rd floor walk up. Not an issue if everyone in your group can do stairs. 3. Door to master bath squeaks when opening or closing. Since the door is only a few feet from the bed, this can be bothersome to someone trying to sleep. The management company was responsive and good to work with.
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Dawn
1 Oct 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Didn’t like having to clean the entire place when having to pay for cleaning
Didn’t like having to clean the entire place when having to pay for cleaning
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Robert C.
22 Aug 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Just as listed. Owner was very responsive by email. Location was great. Very clean. Parking spot for one car was convenient. Enjoyed our stay and would stay again in this property.
Just as listed. Owner was very responsive by email. Location was great. Very clean. Parking spot for one car was convenient. Enjoyed our stay and would stay again in this property.
8
Nicole F.
27 Jul 2023
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Stayed 7 nights
We came in town for my husbands birthday. We always enjoy our trip to Traverse City. He wanted to go back for his birthday again this year so we made this spot home for our stay this time around. The owner was very responsive, property close to everything. Only reason I knocked a star off was due to not having the right access code to enter when we first arrived, however management got back to me right away with the access, and the parking lot was very small. My husband drives a big truck and we had to park in our assigned spot per unit. We were parked behind other vehicles and I was nervous other stayers may back into his truck. Other than that I would recommend the location :)
We came in town for my husbands birthday. We always enjoy our trip to Traverse City. He wanted to go back for his birthday again this year so we made this spot home for our stay this time around. The owner was very responsive, property close to everything. Only reason I knocked a star off was due to not having the right access code to enter when we first arrived, however management got back to me right away with the access, and the parking lot was very small. My husband drives a big truck and we had to park in our assigned spot per unit. We were parked behind other vehicles and I was nervous other stayers may back into his truck. Other than that I would recommend the location :)
8
Dedee B.
25 Sept 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Property was clean welcoming and spacious! Easy to find and check in. Only draw back was we had 2 cars and additional parking was quite a bit further away.
Property was clean welcoming and spacious! Easy to find and check in. Only draw back was we had 2 cars and additional parking was quite a bit further away.
10
David G.
19 Aug 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
The condo was everything it was seccribed to be. Owner manager was quick to respond to questions and concerns.
The condo was everything it was seccribed to be. Owner manager was quick to respond to questions and concerns.
10
Jo Ann F.
1 Sept 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
The property was very clean and well-decorated, nicely stocked kitchen, baths and laundry. comfortable beds, faced the back of the busy street, so not too noisy. There are white noise machines, just in case. The A/C was a blessing since it was hot wile we were there and the unit is in the top floor. Easy keypad access, good communication, the parallel parking spot is a little tight. There was a lot of construction in town on the road by the bay during our stay, but it’s avoidable if you go south out the back and then head toward town.
The property was very clean and well-decorated, nicely stocked kitchen, baths and laundry. comfortable beds, faced the back of the busy street, so not too noisy. There are white noise machines, just in case. The A/C was a blessing since it was hot wile we were there and the unit is in the top floor. Easy keypad access, good communication, the parallel parking spot is a little tight. There was a lot of construction in town on the road by the bay during our stay, but it’s avoidable if you go south out the back and then head toward town.
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Location
Convenient base in Traverse City, with many guests walking to the beach, downtown, and nearby restaurants or coffee shops; a few found it more practical to drive.
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James M.
29 Jun 2023
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Stayed 4 nights
Property was clean and well kept. Nice location, close to things to do. Would definitely stay there again.
Property was clean and well kept. Nice location, close to things to do. Would definitely stay there again.
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Lea A.
3 Mar 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
We enjoyed our stay. It was walking distance to the lake and downtown. The property was clean and offered the space we were looking for. We would stay there again.
We enjoyed our stay. It was walking distance to the lake and downtown. The property was clean and offered the space we were looking for. We would stay there again.
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Gordon F.
12 Aug 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
We were in town for a long weekend for a friends wedding where the venue was in walking distance. Enjoyed the short walk to the beach and Starbucks.Would stay at this place again. Two thumbs up!
We were in town for a long weekend for a friends wedding where the venue was in walking distance. Enjoyed the short walk to the beach and Starbucks.Would stay at this place again. Two thumbs up!
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Cassandra K.
9 Oct 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
The property was exactly as described. Very clean and nice. Great location and walking distance to several restaurants and coffee shops. The host was extremely accommodating, we had a death in the family and they allowed me to shift my dates even though the cancellation policy stated otherwise. We were very happy with how everything worked out nicely.
The property was exactly as described. Very clean and nice. Great location and walking distance to several restaurants and coffee shops. The host was extremely accommodating, we had a death in the family and they allowed me to shift my dates even though the cancellation policy stated otherwise. We were very happy with how everything worked out nicely.
10
Camille D.
15 Jul 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Lovely, clean and well furnished 2B2B condo in the heart of TC. Easily a very nice walk to the lakefront and downtown! The rental was easily accessed and there was excellent communication with the rental company! Would not hesitate to stay again in the future!!
Lovely, clean and well furnished 2B2B condo in the heart of TC. Easily a very nice walk to the lakefront and downtown! The rental was easily accessed and there was excellent communication with the rental company! Would not hesitate to stay again in the future!!
10
Kelsey R.
14 Oct 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
This place was perfect for our long weekend. We had everything we needed and it wasn’t too far from the downtown area.
This place was perfect for our long weekend. We had everything we needed and it wasn’t too far from the downtown area.
10
LIsa R.
17 Aug 2023
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Stayed 4 nights
The condos on Fourth Street were a great central location, close to all we wanted to do in the Traverse City area. We should have read the amenities a bit closer to remember to bring our own soaps and shampoos; but we were still thrilled to have all other items available. Pleasantly surprised by the quiet neighbors too, as I believe we were all tourists. Thank you for sharing this space with us. We would stay again.
The condos on Fourth Street were a great central location, close to all we wanted to do in the Traverse City area. We should have read the amenities a bit closer to remember to bring our own soaps and shampoos; but we were still thrilled to have all other items available. Pleasantly surprised by the quiet neighbors too, as I believe we were all tourists. Thank you for sharing this space with us. We would stay again.
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Tim S.
5 Jul 2023
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Stayed 4 nights
We had two couples and were able to truly enjoy our long weekend for the 4th of July. We could walk to breakfast and coffee and we walked to a beach as well! The assigned parking spot was a great use during the busy time of the 4th of July Weekend as well! Great property and we had a wonderful time!
We had two couples and were able to truly enjoy our long weekend for the 4th of July. We could walk to breakfast and coffee and we walked to a beach as well! The assigned parking spot was a great use during the busy time of the 4th of July Weekend as well! Great property and we had a wonderful time!
10
Roger B.
18 Jul 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Really enjoyed our stay. Good location… walkable to downtown about 1 mile away. Clean and efficient layout. Not luxuriously furnished but everything you need. Cable was limited streaming but we didn’t spend much time watching. Place worked well for 2 couples and was a good value. Recommended.
Really enjoyed our stay. Good location… walkable to downtown about 1 mile away. Clean and efficient layout. Not luxuriously furnished but everything you need. Cable was limited streaming but we didn’t spend much time watching. Place worked well for 2 couples and was a good value. Recommended.
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Marvin T.
3 Aug 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Great location easy drive to everything traverse city
Great location easy drive to everything traverse city
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Dan S.
15 Jun 2026
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Stayed 4 nights
Clean and enjoyable. Quick walk and/or drive to downtown. Good for a small group on vacation like we were.
Clean and enjoyable. Quick walk and/or drive to downtown. Good for a small group on vacation like we were.
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Alana M.
24 May 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Very cute 2 bedroom condo. Very convenient location. We went for a marathon, was close to check in and the starting/finish line. We had a great time! Short walk to the beach and restaurants also. We would definitely stay again.
Very cute 2 bedroom condo. Very convenient location. We went for a marathon, was close to check in and the starting/finish line. We had a great time! Short walk to the beach and restaurants also. We would definitely stay again.
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Emma N.
12 Oct 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Very nice and clean!
Very nice and clean!
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Marla B.
7 Oct 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Great place to stay! Lots of shopping in Traverse City!
Great place to stay! Lots of shopping in Traverse City!
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Charles D.
25 Aug 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Overall the condo worked well for our 3 night stay. It was clean and comfortable. Most everything we needed was supplied. Several possible negatives in my opinion:1. Door to the building doesn’t have a lock, so anyone can enter. Prefer greater security. 2. 3rd floor walk up. Not an issue if everyone in your group can do stairs. 3. Door to master bath squeaks when opening or closing. Since the door is only a few feet from the bed, this can be bothersome to someone trying to sleep. The management company was responsive and good to work with.
Overall the condo worked well for our 3 night stay. It was clean and comfortable. Most everything we needed was supplied. Several possible negatives in my opinion:1. Door to the building doesn’t have a lock, so anyone can enter. Prefer greater security. 2. 3rd floor walk up. Not an issue if everyone in your group can do stairs. 3. Door to master bath squeaks when opening or closing. Since the door is only a few feet from the bed, this can be bothersome to someone trying to sleep. The management company was responsive and good to work with.
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FAQs about Blue Water Retreat Walk to Beach Downtown TC
Is parking available at the property?
Parking is available at the rear of the building with one designated space for the unit. Additional parking can be found at the Hardy Parking Garage located at 303 E State Street. Parking in the alley behind the condo is not allowed.
Does the property allow pets?
No pets are allowed at the property, including service animals.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is at 16:00 and check-out is at 11:00. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request, but guests should contact management for arrangements.
What accessibility features does the property have?
The property does not have an elevator, which may be a consideration for guests with mobility challenges. The unit is located on the third floor and requires the use of stairs.
Where is the property located in relation to key landmarks?
The property is located on the waterfront in Oak Park, Traverse City, just minutes from Front Street, Lake Michigan, and Traverse City Beach. Nearby attractions include Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf and the Great Lakes Children's Museum.
What are the policies for guests staying with children?
Children are permitted at the property, and there is no charge for children aged 0-17.
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