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Pinestead Reef Resort

4.0 star property

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Condo, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Beach View | Terrace/patio
Lobby sitting area
Indoor pool
Full-size fridge, microwave, stovetop, dishwasher
Studio Suite, Non Smoking, Beach View | Living area | 42-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV, DVD player

Reviews

8.6 out of 10

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Barbecue grill
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

Map
1265 N US Highway 31 N, Traverse City, MI, 49686
  • Traverse City State Park
    1 min walk
  • Traverse City Beach
    7 min walk
  • Mt. Holiday Ski Area
    4 min drive
  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    5 min drive

Room options

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Studio Suite, Non Smoking, Beach View | Private kitchen | Full-size fridge, microwave, stovetop, dishwasher

Studio Suite, Non Smoking, Beach View

  • 650 sq ft
  • Studio
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Condo, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Beach View

  • 575 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Condo, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Beach View

  • 850 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Double Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Pinestead Reef Resort

4-star Traverse City apartment steps from Lake Michigan
At Pinestead Reef Resort, relax by an indoor pool or hit the private sand beach where you can enjoy volleyball. Each apartment provides a kitchen with a refrigerator, a stovetop, a microwave, and a dishwasher. Guests will appreciate conveniences like a sitting area and a coffee/tea maker, while a flat-screen TV with cable channels and a DVD player provide a bit of entertainment. Housekeeping is available once per stay.
Pinestead Reef Resort offers 46 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature DVD players and laptop-compatible safes. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas. 42-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Accommodations at this 4-star apartment have kitchens with full-sized refrigerators/freezers, stovetops, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards. Housekeeping is provided once per stay.

An indoor pool and a spa tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a private beach, a sauna, and a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Step outside to unwind on the sand beach. After a day at the beach, enjoy amenities at Pinestead Reef Resort like an indoor pool, a spa tub, and a fitness center.

A computer station is located on site and wireless Internet access is complimentary. This beach apartment also offers a sauna and a terrace. Limited complimentary onsite parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Pinestead Reef Resort has designated areas for smoking.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • On a private sandy beach
  • Beach loungers

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Downhill skiing nearby
  • Ski area nearby
  • Ski lifts nearby
  • Snow tubing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Indoor pool
  • Sauna
  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking (max 2 spaces per unit)

Family friendly

  • Children stay free (see details)

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 private bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Living room
  • Separate sitting area

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels
  • DVD player
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony/patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Terrace

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities

Work spaces

  • Computer station
  • Desk
  • Meeting room

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free local calls
  • Housekeeping (once per stay)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Phone
  • Vending machine

Location highlights

  • Near the airport
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Beach volleyball
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Gym
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Ziplining nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • 46 units
  • Access via exterior corridors

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 5 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
9 children, up to the age of 17 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is professionally cleaned

Property is also known as

Pinestead
Pinestead Reef
Pinestead Reef Resort
Pinestead Reef Resort Traverse City
Pinestead Reef Traverse City
Pinestead Reef Hotel Traverse City
Pinestead Reef Traverse City
Pinestead Reef Resort Apartment
Pinestead Reef Resort Traverse City
Pinestead Reef Resort Apartment Traverse City

Pinestead Reef Resort Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 254 out of 500 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 165 out of 500 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 48 out of 500 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 21 out of 500 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 500 reviews" "

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Michele, Bath

Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The carpet is moldy and dirty. Bedding needs to be replaced. Lock on slider is broken. Very disappointed.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Lindsay

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Loved walking out my door into the bay
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Karina, severn

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The decor in the rooms is pretty dated. They actually upgraded me, and were very kind, but the living area and bedroom looked like they were pulled out of an 80s jc penney catalogue.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Geri

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
This condo was so accessible for us—parking, outside access, taking dog out. No steps!! The condo had comfortable beds, well equipped kitchen, large living room area with RECLINER!! The pool was nice. The cookout was great. The only negative is very difficult to get to the water. Would be nice to have something over sand that can be walked on with cane or wheelchair. Would love to return.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Donald

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Awesome view,great pool hot tub, friendly staff,easy check in and out comfy units,could use some updating but very clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

scott

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect for families
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

David

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Our hotel room was dirty. There were horrific stains (was someone murdered in the doorway?) on the carpet in the hallway and the living room. There was mold on the tub caulk. I killed a crawling psocid on the kitchen counter. But the worst issue was outside. We rented the room specifically to use the outdoor space. The balcony outside a doorwall had chairs and tables, and steps down to a private beach with nice beach chairs. Unfortunately, the entire outdoor space was infested with tiny bugs; not just at night, but both days. Most dead, some alive. The "owner" said they were midges as he tried to hit at them with a towel. The first day we still tried to go down to the beach, where the sand was completely covered with some type of flying ants/fleas that found our feet and legs a potential food source. Needless to say, we found the outside space unusable. The layout of space -- doorwalls to the the balcony from the kitchen and bedroom -- seems convenient, but also provides limited privacy. When we mentioned the issues at checkout we were charged full price.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

lindsey

Traveled with family
The pool wasn’t working and the smell was rough. The room was clean but it did have an odor. The balcony wasn’t private. The beach hadn’t been kept well and the chairs had bugs and cobwebs on them and no umbrellas. Couldn’t sit in balcony as it was covered in bugs. Wasn’t terrible but would spend the money to stay a little down the way with better accommodations.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
It was wonderful and plan to go again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

YANGSOO

Traveled with family
Not too bad and not too good
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diana

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Will definitely return!
Very happy with our stay at Pinestead Reef Resort. The location on the bay made floating the day away complete bliss. Easy access to room from beach. Wonderful view from room. Bed was extremely comfortable.
Easy steps up from beach to room
View from room 220
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

2/10 Terrible

Caryn

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Completely needs to be updated
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Renee

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

catherine

Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Smelt musty. Furniture was old and dysfunctional.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Traveled with partner
Great lake view. Old lodge feel in the common space.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ivy

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

maria

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the view, & condo style living with separate bedroom
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Angela

Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities
The inside was like a maze. The rate was fair.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

hanh

Traveled with family
First time at the hotel eventhough my hysband and I visit Traverse City every year. We chose this location because of family reunion. Water on the lake was a tad cold as it is only mid June but there was an indoor pool and hot tub to make up for it. Guest service was courteous and we had a very nice overall experience.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

2/10 Terrible

Bernadette

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Gorgeous vieuw
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Spectacular stay-kids didn’t want to leave!
Beautiful place, great location right on the beach, fantastic staff-Can’t say enough about every employee we interacted with. Beds very comfy. Showering last in a family of 6 after doing dishes and still such a good Hot shower! Love the kitchen and ability to whip up a meal so we didn’t have to leave the beach! A few details on cleaning/room overlooked (toothpaste on mirror, outlet covers missing) but nothing that wouldn’t keep me from running back for more time at Pinestead! 2 thumbs up from the entire family!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

4/10 Poor

Gary

Traveled with family
The unit was very outdated and the hallways leading to the unit smelled and needed to be aired out. Staff was very friendly. The setting to the beach was nice.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Huong

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024