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Wander North Rentals

A boutique property management company located in Northern Michigan. Vacation homes in Northport, Suttons Bay, Cedar, Traverse City, and Williamsburg.

Creating comfortable spaces where travelers feel at home. https://wandernorthrentals.com

22/11/2024

This morning there was the beginnings of snow on my car for the first time this year. My first thought of course was "winter is coming" 🐺. Then my second thought was panic over all the things I need to do to prep for snow.

But the third thought was about Finnwood with the crisp new snow on the ground. And Little Dipper with the lake edge just freezing over. And Dune Ranch walking along the snowy beach where the wind and winter waves are whipping around. Hemlock House cozied up next to the fireplace. TC farmhouse sitting at the table with family playing games while the snow falls.

The magic of winter is fast approaching and I couldn't be more excited for the change!

19/11/2024

Two words to sum up Birch House (and many of our other rentals)? Family. Friendly.

Here at Wander North, we take great pride in recognizing the importance of having a space that can accommodate your entire crew. Whether it’s in the little details like readily available children’s books and games, or in the larger ones — like having enough rooms for the whole family.

Pictured here are a few of the cozy, inviting, and perfectly comfortable spaces at our beloved Birch House in Suttons Bay, Michigan.

Ready to book your next family vacation? Our books our now open via link in bio. 🔗

12/11/2024

…because nothing makes a property manager’s heart soar quite like hearing the little details made a big difference. ✨🙌

We take great pride in providing comfortable accommodations for your entire family to enjoy.

10/11/2024

The bad news: cooler temps have settled in, and it's safe to say: we're officially dreaming of summer.

The good news? It's never too soon to book your summer vacation for 2025. Pictured here is a little slice of one our most in demand properties, Dune Ranch!

☀️ Link in bio to book your 2025 summer vacation ☀️

06/11/2024

Looking to invest in a STR in the Traverse City area? Did you know currently has 2 fully furnished rentals for sale?

These properties are both located in west Traverse City jist a short distance from downtown, leelanau county, and the sleeping bear dunes. Permits are available and current management is willing to stay on, so you could close on the home and list to rent the next day.

Questions? Send me a DM and I'd be happy to send you a link to the properties!

03/11/2024

My photography skills may be weak but the dresser pair i got from Red House Renovations is so beautiful 😍

22/10/2024

At Wander North, we take guest feedback very seriously and strive to improve our homes and guest experience after every stay

We had feedback that the road noise was bothersome at Hemlock. We provided sound machines and ear plugs but it still wasn't enough.

So we upgraded!! Old wood windows out and brand new sound blocking windows in! Our guests should sleep like babies now💤

08/10/2024

Amazon Prime Day! Check out my recommendations below

This is basically a national holiday, especially for those of us who use and abuse our Amazon accounts (iykyk). We recently bought a new rental so I am ordering a few items for there, replacements at houses, and even a mattress for my own home!

If you want links to any of these items you can find them on my Amazon storefront, link is in the bio! Comment below with what you're buying on prime day!! I have more money to spend so give me your best ideas

1. Zinus Mattress - we have these at Birch and Hemlock house. We get complements on how comfortable they are regularly. I like that you can order them in multiple thickness options. We have 12 inch in all the rentals but I'm actually buying an 8 inch today for my sons trundle bed

2. Samsung Frame TV - they are expensive but there is no comparison on the market. The way your living room looks with a piece of art versus a black screen cannot be duplicated. I am getting one today for the new cabin, yay!

3. Mellanni sheets - this is the brand we buy for Birch and Hemlock. They wash well, don't look wrinkly, and are cheap to replace when items get damaged. My only complaint is that they don't come in pieces (like just a fitted sheets) so I have to order full sets for replacements

4. Stone Lain Dishes - I am ordering a few pieces to replace those that have broken or gone missing. These dishes look very expensive but they are affordable for a stone ware. They are heavy and durable. Probably a little more than a rental needs but I love them

5. Hamilton Beach Coffee Pot - We've tried a few different coffee pots but have landed on the Flexbrew as our favorite. It can do a k cup (for the one decaf drinker in the group) and can brew a single cup basket or a full pot. We are big coffee drinkers and provide local coffee so having a flexible use coffee pot is important to us!

04/10/2024

My little boy gang 🥰

These boys toughed it out with me all summer checking properties, running errands, stocking inventory. They were the really MVPs of the operation!!

Some days were incredibly hard but I am thankful that I got that time with them. And thankful I have owners and guests who keep coming back so I have the ability to be work from home mom.

18/09/2024

I have a fully furnished off market rental to share tomorrow. If you want to be the first to see it, send me a DM and I'll add you to my investors email list!

08/07/2024

At the very tip of Leelanau County, you will find Northport, a small community that has managed to stay “local”. Northport is home to the true “up north” experience from your childhood.

Read our new blog post and travel guide for our Leelanau Country and Northport Rentals!

08/07/2024

Happy Monday!! I'm happy to share some summer availability in the beautiful Cedar House, located in Cedar Michigan!

Cedar House is a 3 bedroom, 1 bath home (sleeps 6) tucked in the woods just a few minutes from the village. It is a quick drive to many of the surrounding destinations including Traverse City and the Sleeping Bear Dunes.

Send me a DM if you are interested in booking and I'll provide a discount code to get you $100 off the already discounted price for being one of my Instagram followers!

For more home availability check out my website and follow along. I will be posting a home every Monday of July to fill up the last of our summer!!

|Vaction rentals, Northern Michigan, Summer Travel|

04/07/2024

Happy Fourth of July from Wander North Rentals 🇺🇲 Celebrate freedom, fireworks, and fun with family and friends. Wishing everyone a safe and joyous Independence Day! 🎆🎉

03/07/2024

It's been a whirlwind of a week! Power outage, clogged toilet, broken door lock, and about a million early checkin/late checkout requests!

We've kept the train on the track as we are barreling through our busiest summer season ever!

So thankful for all the guests who trust us to host their summer vacations, where they will undoubtedly make unforgetable family memories.

There is still time to plan your trips! We have availability in August from condos to beach homes!

01/07/2024

Birch House had a cancellation July 7th - 14th! Someone's loss can be your gain 🌞

Birch House is a 3 bedroom, 2 bath home (sleeps 8) located on a large lot with a fenced back yard. Across the road, there is private access to beautiful Grand Traverse Bay!

Send me a DM if you are interested in booking and I'll provide a discount code to get you $200 off the already discounted price for being one of my Instagram followers!

For more home availability check out my website and follow along. I will be posting a home every Monday of July to fill up the last of our summer!!

28/06/2024

Last but not least, my top 5 cherry fest events!!

Craft Show: A craft show?! Don't tempt me with a good time! This is one of my favorite weekend activities up there with the farmers market. There will be over 250 vendors and lots of variety! Sunday June 30th from 9 am - 5 pm on Union Street

Car Show: I didn't include this for myself but for the genius that scheduled this at the same time as the craft show. Send your husbands to look at cars so they can't see everything you purchase! Sunday June 30th starting at 11 am on Union Street

Concerts: I haven't actually been inside a concert at cherry fest but here's a hot tip, you can hear the music from the beer tent. If you want the full experience, absolutely buy a ticket and go inside. But if you want an hour of music and a drink, check out the beer tent

Fireworks: Hot tip, cherry fest actually does 2 firework shows, one on the4th and one on the final day, July 6th. So you can do double fireworks by hitting a different show in the region on the holiday. just did a great list that I have linked in my stories, so check it out

Air Show: I feel like I've talked about the air show to death, but it is one of the coolest parts about the cherry fest. I love driving my kids around the week before and hearing the planes zooming overhead. Check out my post on Tuesday for all the air show details!

Also - check out the cherry fest website! Don't forget events are happening all week like volleyball tournaments, fun runs, the carnival, and all sorts of free kids events.

Happy Cherry Fest my friends!

27/06/2024

Upick is one of my favorite activities to do with kids! It gets everyone outdoors enjoying the sunshine and is much less expensive when your kids have a 2-pound-a-day berry habit.

Traverse City has great Upick locations, be sure to check out their pages for full details on open times and cherry varieties available. It can change rapidly depending on the weather!

A personal favorite of our family is Jacobs Farm. You can do some cherry picking and then order pizza, get a beer, and let the kids run around the play area.

And remember, upick isn't just for cherries. Blueberry season is coming soon and I'm always happy to share our favorite spots

26/06/2024

Wondering where to watch the Blue Angels in Traverse City??

Here are a few of my favorite places and some tips for finding your own hidden gem

Tip: Go up and go out! You can see the planes from all around West Bay, you do not have to be front and center to get the air show experience. Find a rooftop or travel around the bay to get the same show with less crowd

Tip: Get there early! The weather this year looks like it's going to be cool and comfy so bring some drinks and set up shop

Tip: Find a restaurant that has outdoor seating and a bay view. Time your arrival strategically which may include arriving at opening and planning on having a few drinks and a meal

Tip: Watch the practices! If you are really not into the crowds the Blue Angels will be practicing in TC all week. Go spend the day at any of the downtown beaches and you are sure to see and hear the planes overhead

Tip: Book the Hemlock House! Did you know one of our homes has a deck on West Bay with airshow views?

Details: The air show will take place on Saturday, June 29 and Sunday, June 30 from 1 to 4 p.m. Practice sessions are scheduled for June 25, from 1 to 4 p.m.; June 27, from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.; and on June 28 from 1 to 4 p.m

Comment below for your favorite way to enjoy the air show!

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