The Loons' Nest on Lake Ann Private Lake Ann Waterfront | 5 Min Walk Downtown

  • Snow underfoot. Firelight flickering. The lake completely still.
Winter evenings at The Loons’ Nest are meant for slow conversations and star-filled skies. ❄️🔥
    Snow underfoot. Firelight flickering. The lake completely still. Winter evenings at The Loons’ Nest are meant for slow conversations and star-filled skies. ❄️🔥
  • Great open layout to create great memories and conversations.
    Great open layout to create great memories and conversations.
  • Your own stretch of winter shoreline on Lake Ann.
100’ of private frontage, peaceful views, and a location just 20 minutes from Traverse City — close to everything, yet wonderfully quiet.
    Your own stretch of winter shoreline on Lake Ann. 100’ of private frontage, peaceful views, and a location just 20 minutes from Traverse City — close to everything, yet wonderfully quiet.
  • Crystal-clear water, sandy bottom, and your private dock—perfect for swimming + boating
    Crystal-clear water, sandy bottom, and your private dock—perfect for swimming + boating
  • Share meals with a stunning lake backdrop — the best seat in the house.
    Share meals with a stunning lake backdrop — the best seat in the house.
  • Gather here. Morning coffee by the windows. Board games at the table. Snow falling over the lake while dinner simmers. Sleeps 9, with space for everyone to spread out.
    Gather here. Morning coffee by the windows. Board games at the table. Snow falling over the lake while dinner simmers. Sleeps 9, with space for everyone to spread out.
  • Private lakefront deck with seating for eight
Freshly stained wood boards
Edison string lighting
Front-row sunset views

Thoughtfully designed outdoor dining at The Nest — perfect for summer dinners, family gatherings, and golden-hour celebrations in NoMi
    Private lakefront deck with seating for eight Freshly stained wood boards Edison string lighting Front-row sunset views Thoughtfully designed outdoor dining at The Nest — perfect for summer dinners, family gatherings, and golden-hour celebrations in NoMi
  • Settle in for a cozy night by the fireplace, surrounded by vaulted ceilings and rich wood beams that bring comfort, warmth, and a true Up North feel.
    Settle in for a cozy night by the fireplace, surrounded by vaulted ceilings and rich wood beams that bring comfort, warmth, and a true Up North feel.
  • The sun streams in from the lake in the afternoon, washing the main living area for the golden hour.
    The sun streams in from the lake in the afternoon, washing the main living area for the golden hour.
  • The dining table serves double duty for dining and entertainment - enjoy a competitive game of Scrabble with your favorite holiday drinks and cookies baked by The Bread Lake of Lake Ann.
    The dining table serves double duty for dining and entertainment - enjoy a competitive game of Scrabble with your favorite holiday drinks and cookies baked by The Bread Lake of Lake Ann.
  • We're excited to host you at the Loons' Nest on Lake Ann, where you can create unlimited adventures with family and friends.
    We're excited to host you at the Loons' Nest on Lake Ann, where you can create unlimited adventures with family and friends.
  • Open-concept layout perfect for families & groups — dine, relax & connect together.
    Open-concept layout perfect for families & groups — dine, relax & connect together.
  • After a full day at Crystal Mountain, this is where everyone lands.
Warm blankets, hot cocoa, and the kind of fireplace that makes you stay up just a little longer.
    After a full day at Crystal Mountain, this is where everyone lands. Warm blankets, hot cocoa, and the kind of fireplace that makes you stay up just a little longer.
  • Fully stocked kitchen with coffee, tea, cookware & everything you need for easy meals.
    Fully stocked kitchen with coffee, tea, cookware & everything you need for easy meals.
  • Whip up a batch of your favorite soup and grab a loaf of freshly baked bread from The Bread Lake. The cinnamon bread makes amazing French toast!
    Whip up a batch of your favorite soup and grab a loaf of freshly baked bread from The Bread Lake. The cinnamon bread makes amazing French toast!
  • Wake slowly to winter light over the lake.
The primary suite offers peaceful views and a quiet retreat after a full Northern Michigan snow day.
    Wake slowly to winter light over the lake. The primary suite offers peaceful views and a quiet retreat after a full Northern Michigan snow day.
  • The second bedroom on the main floor has a queen bed and access to the jack-n-jill bathroom.
    The second bedroom on the main floor has a queen bed and access to the jack-n-jill bathroom.
  • Enjoy sleeping in the loft with angled ceilings in your private king bed. An oversized chair with twin pullout also sleeps one.
    Enjoy sleeping in the loft with angled ceilings in your private king bed. An oversized chair with twin pullout also sleeps one.
  • The loft bedroom overlooking the living room has a queen bed, black-out shades and a small dresser for storage.
    The loft bedroom overlooking the living room has a queen bed, black-out shades and a small dresser for storage.
  • There is plenty of room for your luggage on this end of the loft.
    There is plenty of room for your luggage on this end of the loft.
  • The large jack-n-jill bathroom has a full bathtub with shower. Support railing is also handy when needed.
    The large jack-n-jill bathroom has a full bathtub with shower. Support railing is also handy when needed.
  • The hallway bathroom also has a shower to split the load.
    The hallway bathroom also has a shower to split the load.
  • Stay on top of your laundry with the onsite washer and dryer with detergent and stain removers.
    Stay on top of your laundry with the onsite washer and dryer with detergent and stain removers.
  • Enjoy your stay on the lake with complementary kayaks and paddleboards.
    Enjoy your stay on the lake with complementary kayaks and paddleboards.
  • Hang out on the spacious deck to enjoy private slice of Lake Ann – 100 ft of flat, sandy frontage.
    Hang out on the spacious deck to enjoy private slice of Lake Ann – 100 ft of flat, sandy frontage.
  • Beautiful all-sport Lake Ann-perfect for boating, fishing, swimming and kayaking!
    Beautiful all-sport Lake Ann-perfect for boating, fishing, swimming and kayaking!
  • Welcome to The Loon’s Nest – private lakefront cabin surrounded by pines.
    Welcome to The Loon’s Nest – private lakefront cabin surrounded by pines.
  • Hang out on the spacious deck to enjoy private slice of Lake Ann – 100 ft of flat, sandy frontage.
    Hang out on the spacious deck to enjoy private slice of Lake Ann – 100 ft of flat, sandy frontage.
  • All-season getaway surrounded by colorful Michigan trees — steps from the lake.
    All-season getaway surrounded by colorful Michigan trees — steps from the lake.
  • Your private slice of Lake Ann – 100 ft of flat, sandy frontage.
    Your private slice of Lake Ann – 100 ft of flat, sandy frontage.
  • Welcome to the Loons' Nest on Lake Ann. Enjoy lakefront living four seasons a year, with unforgettable sunsets over Lake Ann.
    Welcome to the Loons' Nest on Lake Ann. Enjoy lakefront living four seasons a year, with unforgettable sunsets over Lake Ann.
  • Perfect location on the lake.
    Perfect location on the lake.
  • Crystal Mountain is less than 30 minutes down the road for downhill skiing, hiking the Legacy Art Park and relaxing at the Crystal Spa.
    Crystal Mountain is less than 30 minutes down the road for downhill skiing, hiking the Legacy Art Park and relaxing at the Crystal Spa.
  • Lake Ann Brewery is in walking distance from the home. Enjoy some music, grab a bite and chill with the neighbors.
    Lake Ann Brewery is in walking distance from the home. Enjoy some music, grab a bite and chill with the neighbors.
  • Sleeping Bear Dunes is just 30 minutes away for a full day's adventure climbing the dunes, hiking the trails and enjoying sunsets over Lake Michigan.
    Sleeping Bear Dunes is just 30 minutes away for a full day's adventure climbing the dunes, hiking the trails and enjoying sunsets over Lake Michigan.
  • Pt. Betsie is a relaxing 30 minute drive from the house, allowing you to take the scenic tour to check on nearby lakes and parks.
    Pt. Betsie is a relaxing 30 minute drive from the house, allowing you to take the scenic tour to check on nearby lakes and parks.
$206-1,780/night
3 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • Sleeps 5-9
Allows pets Internet Fireplace Lakefront (more...)

Wake to the Serenity of Lake Ann
Wake to a tranquil Lake Ann, where still waters invite coffee, quiet conversations, and morning paddles, followed by fun and laughter or lazy afternoons. As the day winds down, soak in stunning sunsets over Lake Ann — a truly special Northern Michigan experience. The Nest offers luxurious comfort, thoughtful design, and prime lake access for families, couples, and friends looking to relax and reconnect.

🛏️ Room for Everyone
The Nest sleeps up to 9 guests across 3 comfortable bedrooms:
--Primary Suite: King bed, jack-n-jill bath, breathtaking lake views
--Bedroom 2: Queen bed, jack-n-jill bath, ceiling fan
--Bedroom 3 (Loft): King bed, Queen bed, twin pull-out chair
🛁Two full bathrooms ensure comfort for all guests.

✨Guest Essentials
- Family-friendly — kids’ dishes & utensils, high chair, and Pack ’n Play provided
- Pet-friendly (with fee)
- Fully stocked for your convenience--linens, coffee/tea, spices, paper products
- High-speed Wi-Fi and dedicated workspace
- Smart TVs with live channels and streaming apps
- In-home washer & dryer
- Available year-round

🍳 Fully-Stocked Kitchen & Dining
The convenient, full-stocked kitchen is central to spending time on the lake. To help you settle in right away, the kitchen is fully stocked with everyday cooking essentials including spices, cooking oil, salt and pepper, aluminum foil, plastic wrap, and more — so you can prepare your first meal without needing a grocery run for the basics. Enjoy the stocked coffee bar, gather around the spacious dining table for 9, or sip your morning coffee as sunlight dances across the lake. A private chef is also available year-round for gourmet dinners right at home.

🔥 Cozy Living Spaces
The inviting living area encourages relaxing afternoons and long conversations. Curl up by the electric fireplace, stream your favorite shows on the Smart TV, or enjoy a game night as waves lap against the shore. Every space is designed to make you feel right at home — comfortable, welcoming, and filled with light.

🏖️ 100 Feet of Waterfront Bliss
Set on 100 feet of private Lake Ann frontage, spend summer afternoons paddling around the lake on one of the provided kayaks or paddleboards, or unwind by the fire pit as the sky turns pink over the water. In winter, enjoy a fire by the firepit after a day of skiing at Crystal Mountain.

🌳 Outdoor Comforts
Enjoy every Michigan season outdoors with a fire pit, BBQ grill, Adirondack chairs, and dock. Firewood, kayaks, and SUPs are all provided for your stay.

📍 Perfect Central Location
Centrally located to all that Northern Michigan has to offer — just minutes to scenic M22, Sleeping Bear Dunes, Crystal Mountain, Traverse City, and more.

🚗 Explore the Best of Northern Michigan
Spend the day hiking dunes, exploring beach towns, or visiting local wineries and markets, then return to your lakeside haven for sunset cocktails by the water.
🌲 Explore Northern Michigan
• Walk to Lake Ann Brewery for craft beer and live music
• Grab pastries from The Bread Lady or ice cream at The Corner Cone
• Paddle, fish, or rent a pontoon to enjoy Lake Ann
• Traverse City – 20 mins
• Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore – 30 mins
• Crystal Mountain – 25 mins
• Glen Arbor & Empire – 30–35 mins

😴This is a peaceful lakeside neighborhood. Quiet hours are 9 PM–9 AM, which simply means keeping outdoor noise low during those times so everyone can enjoy the calm. Normal indoor use is always fine, and guests regularly mention how relaxing and quiet the area feels.

🐾For guests with pets: you’re welcome to use our lawn, and we’ll share simple guidance at check-in for walking areas so there’s no guesswork.

🏡 Book Your Stay at The Loons' Nest 🏡
Whether it’s a summer beach week, a colorful fall getaway, or a cozy winter retreat, The Loons' Nest is ready to welcome you. Book your stay today — prime dates fill fast!

✅ Booking & Stay Requirements (For Everyone’s Protection)
To ensure a smooth and secure stay for both our guests and our home, we ask all bookings to complete the following standard steps after confirming a reservation:

• Rental Agreement & ID Verification
After booking, guests will be asked to sign a short rental agreement and upload a photo ID through our secure property management system. This helps protect both our guests and the home and is a standard practice for professionally managed vacation rentals.

• Refundable Security Deposit Hold
A temporary security deposit hold of $500 is placed on your card 2 days before arrival and automatically released 7 days after departure, pending inspection. This is a hold only, not a charge — similar to what hotels require at check-in.

These steps are in place to ensure a safe, respectful, and worry-free experience for everyone. If you have questions at any point, we’re always happy to help.

🍒 Experience the Best of Northern Michigan — Book Your Stay Today 🍒

Experience other Nest Collection properties in Lake Ann, Traverse City and Beulah — ask about special rates for multi-home bookings.

Cancellation Policy: One hundred percent (100.00%) of the total booking charges will be refunded if the cancellation is made more than 30 days prior to the arrival date of the reservation. For cancellations made within 30 days prior to the arrival date, no refund will be issued.

We’re a Michigan family who loves sharing the magic of Lake Ann — from peaceful mornings on the dock to cozy nights by the fire. We’ve designed this home for comfort, connection, and easy living. Whether you’re here for summer lake days, fall colors, or a winter ski getaway, you’ll feel right at home. We’re local and happy to share tips on the best hikes, beaches, and restaurants.

Lake Ann, Michigan

Property Type Bungalow
Accommodation Entire Home
Check-In A keypad is available 24 hours a day to provide entry for guests
House Rules
  • Maximum occupancy: 9
  • Children welcome
  • Infants welcome
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Wheelchair inaccessible
  • Minimum age of primary renter: 21
  • Pets welcome
Setting & View
  • Lake
  • Lakefront
  • Lake View
  • Waterfront
  • Lake Access
  • Private Beach Access
General
  • Internet
  • Fireplace
  • Air Conditioning
  • Central Heating
  • Linens Provided
  • Towels Provided
  • Washing Machine
  • Clothes Dryer
  • Hot Water
  • Private Living Room
  • Hair Dryer
  • Iron & Board
  • Firewood Provided
  • Wifi
  • Ceiling Fans
  • Basic Soaps
  • Paper Towels
  • Shampoo
  • Toilet Paper
  • Hangers
  • Private Entrance
  • Extra Pillows & Blankets
  • Ethernet
  • Free Internet
  • Body Soap
  • Hair Conditioner
  • Shower Gel
  • Clothing Storage (closet or wardrobe)
Kitchen
  • Kitchen
  • Refrigerator
  • Stove
  • Oven
  • Microwave
  • Dishes & Utensils
  • Spices/Pantry Items
  • Coffee Maker
  • Toaster
  • Freezer
  • Blender
  • Kettle
  • Pots & Pans
  • Dining Table
  • Baking Sheet
  • Barbeque/Grill Utensils
  • Coffee
  • Wine Glasses
Dining
  • Child's Highchair
  • Seating for 8 people
Bathrooms 2 Baths
  • Primary Bathroom – Combination Tub/Shower, Toilet
  • Hallway Bath – Shower, Toilet
Sleeping Arrangements 3 Bedrooms, sleeps 5-9
  • Primary Bedroom – 1 King Bed
  • Main Level Queen Bedroom – 1 Queen Bed
  • Loft Bedroom – 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed, 1 Twin Bed
Entertainment
  • Television
  • Satellite/Cable
  • Games/Board Games
  • Books
  • Toys
  • Smart TV
Family
  • Children's Dinnerware
  • Pack N Play/Travel Crib
  • Room Darkening Shades
  • Children's Books & Toys
Outdoor
  • Outdoor Grill
  • Deck/Patio (uncovered)
  • Lawn/Garden
  • Kayak/Canoe
  • Beach Essentials
  • Walkable to Park/Playground
  • Private Yard
  • Fire Pit
  • Outdoor Dining
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Sun Loungers
Vehicles
  • Parking
  • Garage
  • Free Parking
  • Free Parking On Premises
Other
  • Massage
  • Private Chef
  • Cleaning Before Checkout
Theme
  • Adventure
  • Family
  • Historic
  • Romantic
  • Tourist Attractions
Attractions
  • Coin Laundry
  • Health/Beauty Spa
  • Marina
  • Museums
  • Theme Parks
  • Water Parks
  • Winery Tours
Leisure
  • Antiquing
  • Bird Watching
  • Eco Tourism
  • Gambling/Casinos
  • Horseback Riding
  • Sledding
  • Boating
  • Shopping
  • Wildlife Viewing
  • Water Sports
Sports & Adventure
  • Cross Country Skiing
  • Fishing
  • Fly Fishing
  • Freshwater Fishing
  • Golf
  • Hiking
  • Hunting
  • Ice Skating
  • Jet Skiing
  • Kayaking
  • Mountain Biking
  • Parasailing
  • Sailing
  • Skiing
  • Water Skiing
  • Snowboarding
  • Snowmobiling
  • Swimming
  • Water Tubing
  • Wind Surfing
  • Climbing Wall
  • Hockey Rink
  • Mini Golf
  • Skate Ramp
Safety
  • Carbon Monoxide Detector
  • Deadbolt Lock
  • Emergency Exit Route
  • Fire Emergency Contact
  • Fire Extinguisher
  • First Aid Kit
  • Medical Emergency Contact
  • Exterior Lighting
  • Police Emergency Contact
  • Smoke Detector
  • Enhanced Cleaning Practices
  • Cleaning Disinfection
  • Common Surface Disinfectant Cleaned
  • Cleaning Products
Expectations
  • Requires Stairs
  • Near Lake, River, or Water Body
Check Out Tasks
  • Turn Things Off
  • Throw Away Trash
  • Lock Up
  • Gather Towels