If your list of New Year’s resolutions features traveling in the top position, why not tick off the item by planning the first trip of 2023? Though there is ample time to plan lots of trips in the remaining months of the year, you can definitely set the ball rolling by heading out for the first one. You may feel the pressure to plan an excellent trip that sets the bar for the year. If you’re excited to spend time on the beach and dive into the water for exciting adventures minus the crowd that is expected at such popular tourist destinations, you might want to consider the gorgeous Traverse City in Michigan. Blessed with long stretches of freshwater beaches, this location has the right balance of fun and peace which means you can also look forward to enjoying a quiet time on the shore. Check out our fantastic 2023 Traverse City Michigan vacation rentals below to plan the ideal getaway!
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A Scenic Destination in 2023
Traverse City is popular as the Cherry Capital of the World and attracts wine lovers and foodies from all over. You cannot miss the incredible wineries and vineyards located over rolling hills, offering a stunning location of the surrounding landscape. Traverse City is also known for its gourmet food options. Seafood lovers can look forward to relishing locally caught seafood available at a variety of restaurants and food joints. The downtown area is lined by excellent restaurants, cafes, bars, stores, and many indoor recreation centers. With plenty of options for all age groups, you can easily select it while traveling with family and friends. Those excited to visit a natural wonder on the first trip of 2023 must plan a trip to the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, located 400 feet above Lake Michigan. It offers a stunning view of the landscape featuring a clear blue lake, long ranges of mighty mountains, and an incredible wealth of local trees. Whether you’ll like to enjoy the natural beauty on a scenic drive from the car or head straight out for hiking and biking—the choice is all yours. There are plenty of ways to admire this natural wonder including guided tours where you can learn about the significance of the area. While visiting the winter months, you’ll get an opportunity to participate in adventures like skiing, snowshoeing, snow tubing, ice skating, and much more. Another unique activity that draws visitors and locals alike is ice fishing, where you’ll get the chance to fish a variety of local species. As Traverse City sits on the 45th parallel, sharing the latitude with Italy’s Piedmont region, you’re sure to find some excellent wine-producing grapes in the region. Complementing the incredible location is the conducive weather that allows this area to produce excellent options of red and white wines. You’ll find more than 40 vineyards and wineries which means your itinerary will be absolutely packed from the first to the last day.
It is impossible to visit Traverse City and not spend time on the beach. As the area has plenty of freshwater beaches, you’ll like to swim in the water without worrying about the salt. You can head to many beachfront parks where both adults and kids can have a great time. Pack a picnic lunch, make sand sculptures, enjoy a friendly match of volleyball, or simply admire the gorgeous waves, you’ll find lots of fun activities to spend quality time with your loved ones. Some of the famous spots include Lake Michigan Beach Park, Bowers Harbor Park, Elberta Historic Waterfront Park, West End Beach, Northport Beach, and many others.
Comfortable Stay Makes a Comfortable Vacation
With the location and things to do all figured out, you’re halfway into planning a fun trip. Picking the right accommodation for your stay can consume a lot of time, as it forms a major factor for a joyous trip. Not only would you require clean and safe accommodation, but you’ll also need something that can accommodate everyone in the group, offer all the basic amenities, and give easy access to the beaches and major attractions. All of this is easily possible in any of our Traverse City Michigan vacation rentals at The True North Property. Explore the wide range of listings with us situated close to the water. You’ll find fully equipped and furnished Traverse City vacation rental properties with spectacular amenities. Whether you’d like to wake up to the view of the gorgeous beach or stay in a lakeside cabin steps away from the stream, you’re sure to find something that speaks to your individual style. The spacious Traverse City Michigan vacation rentals come with multiple bedrooms and bathrooms suitable for staying with a large group where everyone can enjoy their own private space. With features like a huge living room, a dedicated dining area with a big dining table, a functional kitchen, and outdoor amenities, you’ll feel as comfortable as your own home.
Skip the inconvenience of a hotel room where you’ll be forced to share a tiny space without any common areas for group activities. Instead, the open floor design in our Traverse City vacation rental properties offers the luxury of free space, allowing you to organize everything from a fun movie night to a challenging trivia night. Our listings include homes suitable for groups of all sizes, from a modern condo for a couple to a spacious lakeside house for up to 11-15 guests, you’ll find a perfect place to call home. Those looking forward to exploring the downtown area can opt for a vacation rental situated right in the heart of the city. You’ll save commute time while exploring the different restaurants, cafes, stores, art galleries, bars, and cafes lining the vibrant downtown area. Besides the convenient location and spacious layout, the indoor is equally comfortable with plenty of amenities and facilities.
Once inside the rental, you’ll be greeted by features like premium furnishing, modern décor, big windows, and a high ceiling. Enjoy an incredible view of the downtown area or the beach depending on the location. The huge windows can bring the outdoors to you, framing a spectacular view of the water. The living room features a cozy seating arrangement flowing into the dining area and outdoor balcony. Select Traverse City Michigan vacation rentals may also have a private backyard with impressive patio furniture and BBQ for some impromptu BBQ delights. Feel a comfortable and relaxing ambiance in the bedroom with a king-size bed in the master bedroom, a full bath, and a cabinet for storing your belongings. The full bath may give access to a bathtub, a walk-in shower, a royal vanity, fresh towels, and personal care products of the finest quality. What’s more, you can find a functional kitchen in every rental that is certainly the cherry on top of the cake. The presence of a kitchen with everything from cookware to utensils, appliances to cabinets, and a spacious countertop offers the flexibility of preparing your own meals.
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There is no doubt that your first trip of 2023 to gorgeous Traverse City will be absolutely amazing in every way. With so much to do, explore, see, dine, and enjoy, you can look forward to spending a great time. Get in touch with us at The True North Property to book a vacation rental which will feel as comfortable as your home away from home!