THE TRUE NORTH Presents⊠đ 539 Bay St Lakeview Condo | Walk to Downtown & Beach â 102W
West Grand Traverse Bay sets the rhythm of the stay at this modern two-bedroom condo near downtown Traverse City.
Located approximately 300 feet from the water and less than a mile from downtown, Unit 102W makes it easy to move between quiet mornings overlooking the bay and afternoons exploring restaurants, shops, waterfront trails, beaches, and seasonal festivals. Return after a day out for dinner on the private covered patio or gather beside the shared lakeside firepit as the sun sets.
With two bedrooms, two full bathrooms, a complete kitchen, and space for up to six guests, the condo offers an inviting base for families, couples, wedding guests, festival visitors, and travelers bringing a pet.
Perfect For
Family vacations, couples traveling together, wedding weekends, seasonal festivals, beach trips, pet-friendly stays, and longer visits that benefit from a full kitchen and private laundry.
The Condo2 bedrooms | 2 full bathrooms | Sleeps up to 6
âą Primary bedroom with 1 King-size bed, en-suite bathroom, lake views, and patio access
âą Guest bedroom with 1 Queen-size bed
âą Living room with sleeper sofa and provided linens
âą Second full bathroom accessible from the hallway
âą Open living and dining area
âą Fully equipped kitchen
âą Private covered patio with outdoor dining
âą Unobstructed West Grand Traverse Bay views
âą Smart TVs with streaming access
âą High-speed WiFi
âą Central climate control
âą Full-size in-unit washer and dryer
âą One dedicated on-site parking space
âą Linens, bath towels, and starter toiletries provided
Two full bathrooms add convenience for groups, while the sleeper sofa provides additional flexibility in the living area.
Bay Views and Outdoor Living
The private covered patio extends the living space toward West Grand Traverse Bay. Begin the morning with coffee overlooking the water, enjoy an outdoor meal between activities, or settle in as the evening light changes across the shoreline.
Sandy beach access is approximately 300 feet from the condo. Guests can also follow nearby waterfront trails, stroll along the bay, or gather around the shared lakeside firepit at sunset.
Living and Dining
The bright living area offers a comfortable place to reconnect after a beach day, festival, or afternoon downtown.
Relax with a movie on the Smart TV, plan the next day around the dining table, or step onto the patio to enjoy the view. The open layout keeps the kitchen, dining area, and living room connected while still giving guests space to settle in.
Kitchen
The fully equipped kitchen supports everything from quick breakfasts to relaxed dinners at home.
âą Full-size appliances
âą Cookware, dishes, and utensils
âą Coffee and basic kitchen essentials
âą Indoor dining space
âą Direct connection to the living area
Traverse City's restaurant scene is less than a mile away, allowing guests to alternate easily between dining out and enjoying meals at the condo.
Explore Traverse City
The location brings together lake access and genuine proximity to downtown Traverse City.
âą Downtown Traverse City â approximately 0.9 miles
âą West End Beach â approximately 0.7 miles
âą Open Space and festival grounds â nearby
âą Cherry Capital Airport â approximately 6 miles
âą Horse Shows on the Bay â approximately 8 minutes
âą Wineries, breweries, restaurants, shopping, and waterfront recreation â throughout the surrounding area
The nearby Open Space hosts the National Cherry Festival and other seasonal film, beer, wine, and music events. Schedules and availability vary by season.
True North Touches
A bottle of Chateau Chantal Celebrate sparkling wine awaits at check-in, together with complimentary access to Iron House Gym.
Guests may also request personalized services through THE TRUE NORTH concierge team, including:
âą Private chefs
âą Professional photographers
âą Event planners
âą In-home massage
âą Grocery delivery
âą Pre-arrival refrigerator stocking
âą Celebration experiences
Optional services must be arranged in advance and may carry additional charges.
True North Local Partners
Guests receive access to special offers from participating local businesses:
âą 30% off tastings and bottles at Chateau Chantal Winery
âą 10% off wine tours with The Magic Shuttle Bus
âą 5% off boat rentals with Legacy Boat Rentals
âą 10% off rentals and tours at Paddle TC
âą 15% off classes at Original Hot Yoga
âą $5 off a $50 purchase at Edson Farms Natural Food Market
âą 10% off at Playa Bowls
âą Free cookie and 25% off your order at Bay Bread Company
Availability, restrictions, and exclusions may vary by business.
Arrival and Property Information
A personalized keypad code will be provided before arrival for convenient self-check-in.
âą One dedicated on-site parking space
âą Starter household supplies included
âą Linens and bath towels provided
âą In-unit washer and dryer
âą Short-term, weekly, and monthly stays available
âą Daily housekeeping is not included
Pet Policy
Pets are welcome when disclosed at the time of booking.
âą Pet fee: $100 per pet, per day
âą All pets must be included in the reservation
âą Additional cleaning or damage charges may apply when necessary
Damage Protection
Complimentary damage protection is included with eligible reservations:
âą Up to $1,000 in coverage for OTA bookings through platforms such as Airbnb and Vrbo
âą Up to $1,500 in coverage for reservations made directly through THE TRUE NORTH
Coverage may apply to accidental damage, minor breakage, and qualifying non-negligent incidents above the applicable $50â$100 threshold.
Parties, intentional damage, missing items, excessive cleaning, and damage associated with unauthorized guests are not covered. Terms, conditions, and exclusions apply.
Good to Know
âą Maximum occupancy: 6 guests
âą Accurate guest count required when booking
âą A $50 fee applies per unregistered guest
âą No parties or events
âą No smoking inside the condo
âą A $1,000 penalty applies to indoor smoking
âą Check-in: 4:00 PM
âą Check-out: 11:00 AM
Your Lakeview Stay Near Downtown Traverse City
Start the day beside the bay, walk downtown for lunch or a festival, and return for sunset from the covered patio or an evening around the shared firepit. With uninterrupted water views, beach access nearby, and Traverse City less than a mile away, Unit 102W places the best of the area within easy reach.