Slice of Heaven TC Silver Lake Cottage

Welcome! We're excited to share our little "Slice-of-Heaven" with you! Please use our curated mobile guest guide to enjoy our cozy cottage to the fullest and to discover our favorite places in the area too.
Check-in:

  • Check in after 4:00 PM


Property Address:

  • 5130 Van Petten Drive, Traverse City, MI 49685 (Directions) 

  • The name of this property is "Slice-Of-Heaven" Traverse City Silver Lake Cottage

  • Winter months require 4WD/AWD to navigate the driveway up to the cottage entrance.


Driving Directions:

  • GPS sometimes misdirects guests to EAST Silver Lake Rd, but the cottage access is off (South end) of WEST Silver Lake Rd.

  • Should you find you are having GPS difficulties, if you enter the address for St. Patrick Catholic Church (630 S West Silver Lake Rd, Traverse City, MI 49685),

  • Van Petten Drive is located directly across the road from the church.

  • At each "y" in the road on Van Petten, turn right (photo) and it will take you directly to the cottage, located on your own private beachfront peninsula.

  • Look for the Slice of Heaven Logo Sign at base of driveway. (photo) It's the very last house, tucked away up the hill where the road ends.

  • The cottage is up on top of a hill nt visible from the road.


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.

We are grateful you chose our "Slice-Of-Heaven" Traverse City Silver Lake Cottage for your "Adventure North" to Traverse City and hope you enjoy staying at this one of a kind property! Also, during your stay we'd love to have you follow us to stay connected after your stay at Slice of Heaven's Instagram & Facebook pages.

Please note the following Check-in Details & Instructions for your stay at our Cottage:

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 is not available, 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.


Wi-Fi & TV Assistance:
Use the remote for most operations on the TV. We have the TV set up to the Wi-Fi so all you need to do is log into your streaming apps of choice. Just remember to log out! YouTube TV is your source for access to TV channels.

Wireless Internet Instructions:

  • Username: Slice-of-Heaven

  • Password: 5STARREVIEW


Operational How To Videos:

Please take a moment to watch these instructional videos, let us know your suggestions for additional videos for Slice-of-Heaven Cottage, 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.

  • Driveway parking instructions for safe navigation during winter months: (video)

  • Hot Tub Cover, please keep covered when not in use: Opening & Closing Hot Tub Cover (video 70's Lodge w/ similar cover)

  • Barrel Sauna Heater Settings: (Video)Turn both knobs on unit to right, if it doesn't appear to be heating up quickly, press the reset button. Lower left side of unit in the center.

  • Cold Plunge Barrel - Refresh Cold Water (Video) 54 degrees


Security Camera Information:

Your safety matters. There are security cameras of exterior areas monitored to ensure your safety. They do 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 security company will contact the owners 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:

Slice of Heaven is located in a very private secluded beachfront neighborhood. It is serene and tranquil, truly a heaven on earth 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. Noise travels very easily across the lake, campfire conversations are easily heard miles away.

Parking Instructions:

3-4 vehicles can be parked in the driveway, please avoid parking in the private roadway. Slice of Heaven is located at the end of the road, there is no drive-by traffic and ample parking for all guests. Guests that prefer not traversing down steps, the base of the driveway provides easy access to park a vehicle adjacent to the beachfront area.

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 cupboards.

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.

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 day trip away from the cottage.

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.

Trash & Recycling:
Please bag all trash and make use of the bins in our parking lot.

Check-Out Instructions:

Check out before 10:00 AM.

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

  • Double-check that the remote for AC/Heat Unit is returned to holster.

  • Remove all perishable items

  • Take out the trash

  • Wash and put away all used dishes

  • 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 home is found in an unsatisfactory condition, so please return it to the condition in which you found it


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. 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 appreciate your help and you taking good care of our cottage!

Share your photos and comments, like and share us on our pages at Google , FaceBook & Instagram

Safe travels and please do reach out anytime you come back to the Traverse area. 🌞 Also, be sure to check our Adventure North Vacation Rentals website where you can see our fun, friend and family spa retreat homes if you're looking to share the area with the rest of your crew!

Our Slice-of-Heaven Cottage is a great year-round destination, we'd love to host you again anytime, ❄️🌷🌞🍁!

At your service, Shawne, Dan & Lisa Brady | Adventure North Vacation Rentals
Thanks for choosing our Slice-0f-Heaven TC Silver Lake Cottage 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 our Slice-0f-Heaven is left in as great of condition as when you arrived!

Check-Out Instructions:

Check out before 10:00 AM.

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

  • Double-check that the remote for AC/Heat Unit is returned to holster.

  • Remove all perishable items

  • Take out the trash

  • Wash and put away all used dishes

  • 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 home is found in an unsatisfactory condition, so please return it to the condition in which you found it


Share your photos and comments, like and share us on our pages at Google , FaceBook & Instagram

Safe travels and please do reach out anytime you come back to the Traverse area. 🌞 Also, be sure to check our Adventure North Vacation Rentals website where you can see our fun, friend and family spa retreat homes if you're looking to share the area with the rest of your crew!

Our Slice-of-Heaven Cottage is a great year-round destination, we'd love to host you again anytime, ❄️🌷🌞🍁!

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

OUR NEARBY FAVORITES

Bergstrom's Burgers - from Scratch burgers & sides

Food

Rico’s Café & Pizzeria

Restaurant & pizzeria
5790 US-31, Grawn

Sleder’s Tavern

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

Oaky’s Tavern

American pub & comfort food
9205 US-31 South, Grawn

China Lee

Chinese restaurant
3985 Beitner Rd , Traverse City

Boone’s Long Lake Inn

Legendary steaks, seafood, & prime rib
7208 Secor Rd, Traverse City

Bud’s

Coffee, Ice Cream, Café Fare in a woodsy
3061 M-137, Interlochen, MI 49643
Busy counter service, with a patio, gift shop.

Hofbrau Steakhouse & American Grille

Breakfast Buffet, Surf 'n' Turf & Pasta
2784 M-137, Interlochen, MI 49643
Craft Cocktails - Mammoth Distilling

Drink

Biggby Coffee

4041 N U.S. 31 S, Traverse City

Lake Ann Brewing Company

Rustic "up north" brewery
6535 1st St, Lake Ann

The Red Door Coffee House

Coffee shop
19631 Maple St, Lake Ann

Mammoth Distilling

Craft cocktail lounge
221 Garland Street, Traverse City
Local's tip: Try a La Picante!
Scenic Drive - Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore

Things to Do

*Nauti-Cat Cruises

4 unique West Grand Traverse Bay cruises
615 E Front St, Traverse City
LOCAL'S TIP: Pack some snacks to enjoy onboard. Make sure to try the Cat-Nip! Enter promo code ENJOY to save $5 on your cruise!!!

Grand Traverse Tours

Wine, beer, distillery tours, & transportation
Traverse City, Leelanau Peninsula & Old Mission Peninsula

Mt. Holiday

Ski & snowboarding, tubing, ziplines & bar
3100 Holiday Road, Traverse City
Fresh produce & meats - Oryana West

Shopping

Oryana West

Local grocery store & coffee bar
3587 Marketplace Circle, Traverse City

The Village at Grand Traverse Commons

Historic place to eat, drink, shop, tour, & more
830 Cottageview Dr, Traverse City
WHY WE RECOMMEND: This former Traverse City State Hospital has great restaurants, a winery, brewery, shops & so much more!

Family Fare

Supermarket
4146 US-31, Traverse City

Sam’s Club

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

Sara Hardy Farmers Market

Local produce, baked goods, flowers, & more
Cass St & E Grandview Pkwy, Traverse City
LOCAL'S TIP: Open Saturdays 730am-12pm(May-Oct) & Wednesdays 8am-12pm(June-Oct)
Brick Wheels - Ski & Bike Rentals

Services/Rentals

*Stocked

Local grocery delivery company
Northern MI
WHY WE RECOMMEND: Stocked will deliver your groceries into your home or rental and directly into the refrigerator!

Bayshore Baby Co

Baby and Beach Gear rental & delivery
Delivering within the TC area
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
Please email us your questions or concerns

Don't hesitate to text with any questions

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

Contact Dan by call/text for emergent situations only