Amazing lake and backyard, perfect for a relaxing getaway by some amazing scenery. Just don’t expect to get an amazing place to sleep with it. The place was very, very small. The upstairs roofs are slanted and multiple people hit their heads many times so be very careful. Also be aware that 2 of the beds they include are bunk beds that only fit children. Another thing, if you’re expecting to use the grill bring your own charcoal as they do not provide it.
- Anonymous , Posted: 10/11/2024
Hi Nathan,
We are thrilled to hear you had a wonderful stay at our charming Camp Birch! As described in our listing the sleeping arrangements are listed clearly so that our guests are able to plan accordingly. Additionally, we have listed that this style of home is indeed a cottage. Cottages are known for being a small cozy type style of home. We appreciate your feedback regarding the charcoal and take the suggestion into consideration as we care deeply about our guests’ experiences. We look forward to hosting you again in the future!
Thank you,
Bayshore Vacations
- Bayshore Vacation Rentals staff, Posted: 10/14/2024
We had a great stay!! Beautiful views, kayaks, great yard. The cottage was cozy and clean. We LOVED our stay!! Thank you!!
- Anonymous , Posted: 10/3/2024
Thanks for the awesome review, Maureen! We work hard to meet expectations like yours and are happy to hear we hit the mark for you. We would love to have you back!
- Bayshore Vacation Rentals staff, Posted: 10/8/2024
We really enjoyed our stay on the lake despite the weather being a little moody for part of our trip. The home had a great view and was convenient to a lot of good day trips, whether hiking, touring Suttons Bay / Traverse City, or wineries, breweries and cideries.
- Anonymous , Posted: 9/11/2024
Thank you so much for your wonderful review, Phil! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your stay on the lake, even with the unpredictable weather. It's great to know that the views and the convenience of local attractions enhanced your experience. We'd love to welcome you back for another visit—hopefully with some sunshine next time! Safe travels!
- Bayshore Vacation Rentals staff, Posted: 9/27/2024
Our family of 5 had a lovely time!
- Anonymous , Posted: 9/5/2024
Thank you for your kind words, Tori! We’re so happy to hear that your family had a lovely time. It’s wonderful to know that our space was a good fit for your family of five. We hope to welcome you back for more memorable moments in the future!
- Bayshore Vacation Rentals staff, Posted: 9/18/2024
The best place for our family. Great location and backyard. Lake is fantastic. We will repeat.
- Anonymous , Posted: 8/11/2024
Thank you so much for your kind words, Joe! We're thrilled to hear that our place was perfect for your family and that you enjoyed the location and backyard. The lake is indeed a special spot, and we're glad you had a fantastic time. We can't wait to welcome you back for another stay!
- Bayshore Vacation Rentals staff, Posted: 8/27/2024
Camp Birch is an amazing place. It feels like you are going to summer camp. Great, private spot on the lake with lots of toys. Easy to get to Traverse City, Fish Town etc. from the location. Traveled there with a few families, toddlers and grandparents. Great time.
- Anonymous , Posted: 7/21/2024
Thank you so much for your wonderful review, Edward! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed Camp Birch and its beautiful location. We're glad you and your family had a great time and found it convenient for exploring Traverse City and Fish Town. We hope to welcome you back soon!
- Bayshore Vacation Rentals staff, Posted: 8/4/2024
Was looking for a quiet and secluded spot on the lake at the last minute and this was a wonderful find. Hosts were responsive, answered questions very quickly, and made it very easy to check in. The view is beautiful, house is clean, everything in good working order. Highly recommended
- Anonymous , Posted: 11/4/2023
Erik, thank you for your review. We appreciate your feedback and hope to host you again in the future!
- Bayshore Vacation Rentals staff, Posted: 11/30/2023
we had a lovely family vacation. the yard space was wonderful since we were a little tight inside with the small living space and kitchen. we loved having all the lake toys - paddle boards, kayaks, and lily pad - and all the vests needed for these. it was great to have pantry space for our food, because we don't get that in most rentals. it was a beautiful spot on the lake in a guarded little cove. thanks, we will cherish the memories!
- Anonymous , Posted: 9/6/2023
Hey Sue, we are so happy you enjoyed your family vacation! Thank you so much for the review. We deeply appreciate your feedback! This is a great summer getaway with a large back deck, so we try to utilize the outdoor seating space as well. We are so happy you were able to enjoy this area, as much as we do!
- Bayshore Vacation Rentals staff, Posted: 9/25/2023
we had a small lakeside reunion at Camp Birchand had a great time the weather was good and we rented a pontoon boattwice. the inside and outside space were great!!
plenty of wood for fires andnsmore making
- Anonymous , Posted: 7/18/2023
Camp Birch was a little slice of Heaven. I’m so grateful to have spent a week up there with family and dear friends. Everything was so well thought out and the view of LL were in credible. Can’t wait to come back next summer!!
- Anonymous , Posted: 6/24/2023
Hi Elizabeth! Thank you so much for this kind review. It is exciting to hear that you enjoyed the home as much as we do! The private beach frontage of Lake Leelanau is the cherry on top! We hope to have the pleasure of hosting you in the near future!
- Bayshore Vacation Rentals staff, Posted: 7/12/2023
We spent 5 days with our teenager/young adult children and my parents and we all had a wonderful time. Kids loved the paddle boards and kayak. My parents and my hubs and I loved the local wineries and everyone loved a little local shopping and experience at Fishtown. We will definitely be back! Also, the house is comfortable, has absolutely anything you forgot, and the hosts were so great! There was a short power outage when we arrived and the hosts kept us up to date on the progress of getting power back on (less than an hour) and brought us 2 local pies for the inconvenience. So thoughtful.
- Anonymous , Posted: 6/7/2023
We had a fantastic stay! The new owners have made tons of updates to the property -new stainless steel appliances in the kitchen (not even in photos yet), new (fantastic) bedding, and furniture throughout. The kitchen is well-stocked if you like to stay in and cook -- coffee maker, mugs, wine glasses, plates, bowls, pots + pans, etc. -- but the high point of Camp Birch is definitely its location! The view of the water from the house is incredible! The yard is huge (perfect for yard games in summer), and the property is secluded with wooded lot to the north of the house. We were super close to Suttons Bay, Leland, and Traverse City, and the little town of Leelanau was perfect for quick grocery runs, a latte in the mornings, and even some cute restaurants close by! The hosts provide a thorough guest book with recommendations - eating, shopping, wine trail, etc. Easy access to the house, as it's right off the (also secluded) road and has a short, flat driveway. We'll be back!
- Anonymous , Posted: 1/16/2023
Hi Sarah! Thank you for this kind review! We are so happy you enjoyed your stay at Camp Birch. We look forward to hosting you again in the future!
- Bayshore Vacation Rentals staff, Posted: 1/24/2023
This is a perfect property for a getaway. My morning coffee paired really well with that amazing view ?
I loved looking through the local area guide to plan a fun day trip without venturing too far. ?
We had a bit of a mini-emergency midstay, but the host was quick to respond and made sure we got everything sorted out. Crisis averted thanks to the host! ?
One more thing - it's definitely not one of those rentals where you have to clean when you arrive or make that extra trip to the store after getting groceries. You can tell the host is paying attention and preparing like they're actually trying to make your stay enjoyable. What a wild idea! ?
10/10 - highly recommend!!
- Anonymous , Posted: 11/19/2022
Thank you for staying with us, Kassidy!! We hope to welcome you back soon!!
- Bayshore Vacation Rentals staff, Posted: 11/29/2022
Location! Location! Location! The cottage is in a very quiet and peaceful area with swimming right out your back door. We would have been content to sit on the spacious deck with an unencumbered view of Lake Leelanau, but we also found many fun activities close by. Kye and Ryan provided a detailed guide to the cottage and the area. They are top-notch hosts, who are extremely accommodating and quick to respond to questions.
We were provided with everything we needed including new (wonderful) towels and linens. The cottage was clean and comfy. The fireplace got a lot of use and we appreciated that wood was provided. We had a great stay and can’t wait to go back.
- Anonymous , Posted: 11/9/2022
Thank you for staying with us, Alice! We appreciate the kind review! We hope to welcome you back soon!
- Bayshore Vacation Rentals staff, Posted: 11/29/2022