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Property Address:




  • 20074 Samara Trail, Lake Ann, MI 49650 (Directions)

  • This home is called "Lake Ann Lodge" or sometimes "LA Lodge"


Keyless Entry:

  • The door codes will be emailed to you directly. Please check your email for a message from Office@AdventureNorthVacationRentals.com containing the door code for your stay. Check your spam folder if you've not received this email.


Parking Instructions:

  • There is plenty of parking for vehicles to be parked in the driveway.

  • You may also park in the 2nd lower level entrance driveway, just down from main driveway, for easier access or overflow parking needs.

  • Please do not park in the street.

We are grateful you chose our Lake Ann Lodge for your "Adventure North" to Traverse City and hope you enjoy staying at this one of a kind property! We strive to provide a "five-star" Adventure North Vacation Rentals experience, at all our homes, and truly want to be sure your requests are addressed whenever possible. Please don't hesitate to contact us if you need anything and please let us know directly  if there is anything that is impeding you from having a 5-Star stay!


Please note the following Check-in Details for your stay at Lake Ann Lodge:


GUEST CONTACTS:

  • Please inform Shawne, of any problems or concerns upon arrival, so we can work to address these immediately!

  • For questions or concerns you may have during your stay, please call/text Shawne (231) 709-2783

  • For emergent situations only, or if Shawne has not been able to respond timely enough, call/text Dan (231) 620-7346


Check-in Instructions:

  • Check in after 4:00 PM

  • The door codes will be emailed to you directly. Please check your email for a message from Office@AdventureNorthVacationRentals.com containing the door code for your stay. Check your spam folder if you've not received this email.


Operational How To Videos:

Please take a moment to watch these instructional videos, let us know your suggestions for additional videos for Lake Ann Lodge, if there is something else you think would benefit guests having a quick guide or more information about to help enjoy your stay even more.

Security Camera Information :


Your safety matters. There are security cameras, located next to the front door facing out, and surveillance of exterior areas is monitored to ensure your safety. It does not look into any interior spaces. Please be advised that if during surveillance of the exterior areas' malicious activity or destructive behavior is observed the owners will be notified and they will contact you immediately. Please make sure that your guests are not perpetrators of any sort of destruction to the premises. We expect that our guests will treat our property as if it were their own. If we are made aware this is not the case, do not be surprised if you receive an immediate call from us.

NEIGHBORHOOD QUIET HOURS:


Lake Ann Lodge is located in a quiet "Northwoods Neighborhood" and has a tranquil backyard setting for your enjoyment! Please have fun but be conscientious guests and help maintain this quiet peaceful environment throughout your stay. We don't want to jeopardize the great neighborhood relationships we've built and appreciate your help by keeping noise to a minimum especially during the overnight hours from 10pm - 8am.


Wireless Internet Access:

  • Connect to Network Name: 'Adventure North Guest'

  • No password is required


Coffee: Complimentary k-cups are provided for your first few brews the first morning!
We provide coffee filters, cream & sugar with a Keurig combo coffee pot+(k-cup) coffee maker in the main house kitchen for your use. You'll need to bring your own grinder/beans or ground coffee to make pots of coffee for your stay. There are a couple Thermos Pump Coffee dispensers to have multiple pots of coffee accessible for your guests. Please be sure to clean them out after each use, thanks!

Kitchen:
The kitchen is well stocked with plenty of dishes, cutlery, cooking/baking, storage & serving dishes, plastic ware, drinking, wine, cocktail glasses. Small electrical appliances, skillet, toaster, blender, mixer, crock pot, waffle maker are also in kitchen pantry and the dining room buffet closet.

Spices (and salt & pepper) can be found in the cupboards. Paper products for kitchen and bathrooms are provided as well as trash bags. Other kitchen items like plastic wrap, tin foil and plastic storage bags, may be available for your use if left by previous guests, so add these to your checklist items to bring, in case they are needed.

Pillows, linens & blankets:
These are provided, each room will have towels laid out for each guest's use during the stay. Extra pillows and blankets can be found in the closets of each bedroom. Extra towels can be found in the laundry room.

Spa Robes, Crocs &  Beach Towels:
These are provided for your use during the stay and should not be taken off the property. Plan to bring your own beach towels & equipment if you're planning a beach day at the lake.

Request a Pack-n-Play or High Chair:
Please inform us if you would like to reserve a Pack-n-Play and/or High Chair for your stay. We'll have them sanitized and ready for you upon arrival. If you'd like to rent additional baby equipment and beach gear, contact Bayshore Baby listed in the Services & Rentals section below.

Laundry:
The laundry units are in the lower level and available for your use!

We appreciate your help and you taking good care of Lake Ann Lodge!

Prior to your departure, please tidy up the Lodge by doing the following:

Check-Out Instructions:

  • Check out before 10:00 AM

  •  Remove all perishable items

  • Take out the trash- Load and start the dishwasher

  • Leave beds unmade if used, no need to strip them

  • Place all used towels in a pile, in bathroom shower

  • Turn off all lights, electronics and appliances

  • Close and lock all windows and doors

  • Additional fees will be imposed if the Lodge is found in an unsatisfactory condition, so please return it to the condition in which you found it


Please share your photos and comments on our Instagram & Facebook pages!


Lake Ann Lodge is a great year-round destination, we'd love to host you again anytime, ❄️🌷🌞🍁!

Please be sure to reach out to us again when planning your next stay!  

At your service, Shawne, Dan & Lisa Brady | Adventure North Vacation Rentals 😎

 
Thanks for choosing Lake Ann Lodge for your "Adventure North to Traverse City!

If you enjoyed yourselves, leaving us a 5-star review online would be the most wonderful thanks we could ask for! If there is anything we could have done better, please let us know directly, we strive to maintain the best ratings we can and appreciate the opportunity to resolve any concerns before a less than favorable review or comments are shared online. 

We appreciate your help in ensuring that the Lake Ann Lodge is left in as great of condition as when you arrived!

Prior to your departure, please tidy up the Lodge by doing the following:

Check-Out Instructions:

  • Check out before 10:00 AM

  •  Remove all perishable items

  • Take out the trash- Load and start the dishwasher

  • Leave beds unmade if used, no need to strip them

  • Place all used towels in a pile, in bathroom shower

  • Turn off all lights, electronics and appliances

  • Close and lock all windows and doors

  • Additional fees will be imposed if the Lodge is found in an unsatisfactory condition, so please return it to the condition in which you found it


We are grateful that you chose Lake Ann Lodge and hope you'll definitely book with us again! Please share your photos and comments on our Instagram & Facebook pages, we'd love to hear what you loved most about your stay!

Lake Ann Lodge is a great year-round destination, we'd love to host you again anytime, ❄️🌷🌞🍁!

Please be sure to reach out to us again when planning your next stay!  

At your service, Shawne, Dan & Lisa Brady | Adventure North Vacation Rentals 😎

OUR NEARBY FAVORITES

The Stone Oven - Great Pizza!

Food

The Stone Oven

Pizza place
6551 First St, Lake Ann
Distance from Lake Ann Lodge: 2.6 miles
Order eat indoor/outdoor at Lake Ann Brewing Co. too!

Sleder’s Tavern

MI's oldest, continuously operating restaurant!
717 Randolph Street, Traverse City
Distance from Lake Ann Lodge: 10.9 miles
Local's tip: Friday nights are All You Can Eat Fish (cod and/or smelt)!

Boonedocks

Rustic "Up-North" American restaurant
5858 S Manitou Blvd, Glen Arbor
Distance from Lake Ann Lodge: 17.9 miles
Located in Glen Arbor

The Hayloft Inn

Country western, family restaurant & bar
5100 E Traverse Hwy, Traverse City
Distance from Lake Ann Lodge: 5.5 miles
Country Bar Restaurant - Entertainment

Boone’s Long Lake Inn

Legendary steaks, seafood, & prime rib
7208 Secor Rd, Traverse City
Distance from Lake Ann Lodge: 9.4 miles

Papa J’s

Pizza place
18557 Maple St, Lake Ann
Distance from Lake Ann Lodge: 3.7 miles
WHY WE RECOMMEND: They deliver. They also have a delicious pizza buffet and a great pasta night!

Moomers

Delicious homemade ice cream
7263 N Long Lake Rd, Traverse City
Distance from Lake Ann Lodge: 7.0 miles
Lake Ann Brewing Co.

Drink

Lake Ann Brewing Company

Rustic "up north" brewery
6535 1st St, Lake Ann
Distance from Lake Ann Lodge: 2.6 miles

Biggby Coffee

4041 N U.S. 31 S, Traverse City

Kilkenny’s

Irish pub
400 W. Front Street, Traverse City
Local's tip: Great place to play pool & darts.
Scenic Drive - Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore

Things to Do

Incredible Mo’s

Bowling, laser tag, dining, & games
1355 Silver Lake Crossings Blvd, Grawn

Crystal Mountain

Golf, ski & spa resort
12500 Crystal Mountain Dr. Thompsonville

Boardman Lake Trail

Walking & biking around Boardman Lake
W South Airport Rd, Traverse City
LOCAL'S TIP: Pets welcome

Jacob’s Farm

Farm, Corn Maze, Pizza, & Drinks
7100 East Traverse Hwy, (M-72 West) Traverse City

The Village at Grand Traverse Commons

Historic place to eat, drink, shop, & explore
1200 W Eleventh St, Traverse City
WHAT WE RECOMMEND: The tunnel tours at this former Traverse City State Hospital!

Shopping

Oryana West

Local grocery store & coffee bar
3587 Marketplace Circle, Traverse City
Distance from Lake Ann Lodge: 12.3 miles

Sam’s Club

Membership priced groceries, gas & more
2401 US-31, Traverse City

Fresh Coast Market

Specialty food store, gourmet deli & coffee
7270 N Long Lake Rd, Traverse City
Distance from Lake Ann Lodge: 7.0 miles

Oleson’s – Long Lake

Locally-owned grocery store
3850 N Long Lake Rd, Traverse City
Distance from Lake Ann Lodge: 9.8 miles

Lake Ann Grocery

Locally owned grocery store
19619 Maple St, Lake Ann
Distance from Lake Ann Lodge: 2.6 miles

The Bread Lady

Artisan breads, muffins, cookies & more
19773 Linwood Ave, Lake Ann
Distance from Lake Ann Lodge: 2.7 miles

Sara Hardy Farmers Market

Local produce, baked goods, flowers, & more
Cass St & E Grandview Pkwy, Traverse City
Distance from Lake Ann Lodge: 12.3 miles
LOCAL'S TIP: Open Saturdays 730am-12pm(May-Oct) & Wednesdays 8am-12pm(June-Oct)

Long Lake Grocery

Local grocery store
9374 N Long Lake Rd, Traverse City
Distance from Lake Ann Lodge: 4.9 miles
The Magic Bus - Wine, Brewery or Site Seeing Tours

Services/Rentals

ELEV8 Climbing & Fitness

Climbing & fitness gym
777 Boyd Ave, Traverse City
WHY LOCAL'S LOVE IT: Great workouts. Fun for families!

Grand Traverse Bay YMCA (West)

Exercise facilities & indoor pool
3700 Silver Lake Rd, Traverse City

McLain Cycle And Fitness

750 E Eighth St, Traverse City

Alvina’s Canoe & Boat Rental

Canoe on Betsie River beginning at Green Lake
6470 S. Betsie River Rd., Interlochen
14.5 Miles
Canoe on the beautiful Betsie River beginning at its source, Green Lake

Riverside Canoe Trips

Platte River canoe & kayak rentals
5042 N Scenic Hwy, Honor

Crystal River Outfitters

Kayak and bike rentals & sales
6249 W. River Road (M22), Glen Arbor

Ride Leelanau

E-bike rentals
204 N Saint Jospeh St, Suttons Bay
Downtown Traverse City

🍽 Dining
Most local options close by 9pm. Late night food options: Mode's Bum Steer, Lil Bo's

🅿️ Parking (map)
Downtown and surrounding streets have metered parking and are strictly enforced (Mon-Sat 8am-6pm)
*FREE parking on Sundays, New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, 4th of July, Labor Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving Day, & Christmas Day

🚻 Public Restrooms (map)

🚲 TART Trails (maps)
A network of multi-use trails in Grand Traverse and Leelanau counties as well as a cross-town bike route

⛱️ Clinch Park
Metered parking
Splash Pad turns off at 6pm

🚗 Transportation
Traverse City has both Lyft and Uber as well as various local taxi companies

Don't hesitate to text with any questions

If you don't get a timely response, please call Shawne directly

Contact Dan by call/text for emergent situations only

Your 'Adventure North' awaits!
~ Adventure North Vacation Rentals