THE TRUE NORTH presents⊠Bay View Couples Retreat @ The Shores â UNIT 5586
With front-row views of East Grand Traverse Bay, this fully renovated Shores studio was made for cozy mornings and sparkling sunsets. Designed with couples in mind, it offers privacy, a bayfront deck, champagne on arrival, and effortless access to 600 feet of sandy beachâjust minutes from downtown Traverse City, wineries, and Grand Traverse Resort. Learn more belowâŠđ
đ HIGHLIGHTS đ
đ Bayfront Deck â Direct, unobstructed views of East Grand Traverse Bay
đïž 1 Queen Bed + Queen Sleeper Sofa â Sleeps up to 4
đł Renovated Kitchenette â Stovetop, microwave, fridge, coffee/tea setup
đș Smart TV â Streaming + cable
đ„ Champagne Welcome â Chateau Chantal + VIP Local Perks
đ Walk to Beach â Just steps away via scenic boardwalk
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OUTDOOR OASIS
Soak in uninterrupted lake views from your private second-floor deckâperfect for coffee at sunrise or wine at sunset. The shoreline is just a short stroll away, offering beach chairs and space to relax.
â Private deck with sweeping East Bay views
â 600 ft of sandy shared beachfront just below
â Walkable access to public beach with picnic tables and BBQ grills
â Seasonal kayak, paddleboard, and boat rentals nearby
đïž LIVING AREA
Designed for laid-back comfort, the bright interior frames the bay through large glass sliders.
â Queen-size sleeper sofa with linens
â Smart TV with streaming apps + cable
â Direct access to water-facing deck
đŽ KITCHEN & DINING
Well-stocked and compactâideal for light meals or sharing a lakeside bottle of wine.
â Stovetop, microwave, full-size fridge
â Coffee maker, tea kettle, toaster, cookware & dishes
â Indoor dining for 2 + outdoor seating on the deck
đïž BEDROOM & BATHROOM
â Sleeping Area: 1 Queen bed + 1 Queen sleeper sofa
â Bathroom: Tub/shower combo, vanity, plush towels & toiletries
â No in-unit laundry â nearest laundromat 5 minutes away
đĄ ESSENTIAL AMENITIES
â High-speed Wi-Fi (best for light browsing)
â Smart TV with streaming + cable
â Central AC & heating
â Starter supplies: linens, towels, toiletries, paper goods, coffee & tea
â Free on-site parking
đ THINGS TO DO NEARBY
Ideal for couples' getaways, festival weekends, or wine-filled escapes:
â 5 min to Grand Traverse Resort â Golf, spa, dining
đ 10 min to downtown Traverse City â Shops, waterfront, restaurants
đ· 25â30 min to Old Mission & Leelanau wineries
đŹ Traverse City Film Festival â Late July
đ Cherry Festival â Early July
đ Horse Shows by the Bay â 8 min away
đ Sleeping Bear Dunes â Under an hour
đ OTHER THINGS TO KNOW
đïž BEACH & WATER ACCESS
â Private beach steps away
â Public beach nearby with shaded areas & grills
â Please bring your own beach towels
đ POOL ACCESS
â Pool access not included
â Spa workaround: Book a same-day treatment at Grand Traverse Resort for pool & hot tub access
â Concierge can assist with bookings
đœïž AMENITIES NOTES
â Kitchenette includes stovetop, microwave, full fridge
â No oven or in-unit laundry
â Bayfront deck provides open water views
đ EXTRAS
â Welcome bottle of Chateau Chantal sparkling wine
â VIP perks: Wine tours, yoga, boat rentals, local favorites & more
â Concierge upgrades: In-room massage, private chef, celebration setup
đ PARKING
â Free parking onsite
â Close to Meijer, dining, and beach access
đ HOUSE RULES
â Max occupancy: 4 Guests (Adults & Kids)
â Accurate guest count required â $50 per unregistered guest
â No pets allowed
â Minimum booking age: 25
â Quiet hours: 10 PM â 8 AM
â No parties, fireworks, or open flames
â No smoking/vaping indoors or on deck â $1,000 fine
â Towels for indoor use only â bring beach towels
â Lost key or access card fee: $100
đŹ GUEST FEEDBACK NOTES
â âUnforgettable sunrise over the water from the deckâ
â âClean, peaceful, and perfectly located for a couple's getawayâ
â âWine, water, and total relaxationâwe'll be back!â
đ READY TO WAKE UP TO THE WATER? BOOK NOW!
From golden hour to moonlight on the bay, Bay View Couples Retreat @ The Shores â UNIT 5586 offers lakeside living at its finest. Tap âBook Nowâ and let THE TRUE NORTH team take care of the rest.