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Pinestead Reef Resort

4.0 star property

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Private beach, sun loungers, beach volleyball
Studio Suite, Non Smoking, Beach View | Living area | 42-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV, DVD player
Meeting facility
Lobby sitting area
Indoor pool

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
The current price is $199
includes taxes & fees
Jun 4 - Jun 5

Explore the area

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1265 N US Highway 31 N, Traverse City, MI, 49686
  • Place, Traverse City State Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Traverse City Beach
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪5 min drive‬

Room options

Studio Suite, Non Smoking, Beach View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Beach view
  • 650 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

Condo, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Beach View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Beach view
  • 575 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

Condo, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Beach View

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

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About this property

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 hot 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 hot 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.

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

  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Sauna

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self 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 available 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

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is professionally cleaned

Property is also known as

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Pinestead Reef Resort Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 339 out of 620 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 186 out of 620 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 54 out of 620 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 24 out of 620 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 17 out of 620 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Absolutely stunning Amazing place - friendly wonderful staff !!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
The room was amazing as well as the staff!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Amazing beach views unbeatable the best
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Nice accommodations and amenities for the price
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Serena

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
I loved it! Front desk check in smooth and nice lady showed me around too. I fr eat like a queen. Will definitely stay again
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Connie

Liked: Amenities, communication
I love having the beds in a separate room and having a kitchen and living room! Also beach front!!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Allison

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The location was great and view from the balcony is beautiful. Check in was easy and the employee was friendly and efficient. We would love to come back in the summer! Rooms are dated but worked great for our family of 6.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shai

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
I love this this place
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Tia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
It was a wonderful time and we had a lot of fun!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
Great staff and very clean room.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Christy

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Loved that the rooms were directly on the beach.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jodi

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Luv this place! Very clean, helpful staff Never disappointed. Been staying here for years
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Rodney

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
The Staff is great. Room had a great view of the lake.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Shai

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Hot tub beautiful
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Leoma L

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
We had a great stay. It was relaxing and comfy
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

LAUREN

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Loved the room size and the proximity to the beach. Would definitely stay here again
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beautiful place to stay
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Communication
Staff was very courteous.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Kids loved the swimming pool.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Everything is great were invited to a pizza party upon arrival and its a great deal!!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
I've always loved this place; Lots of memories with my husband, who passed this year, with our best friends, with my sister and her fiance, with my bested friend.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
This was a wonderful and unexpected gem of a resort. Every one of the 5 of us would return in a heartbeat. Plenty of room, clean, quiet, beautiful view and a very reasonable proces.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Shelley

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
The room was very comfortable. We enjoyed being able to lounge on the couch and recliner and have meals and play games on the table. Traverse Bay was beautiful from our window.
Traverse Bay from our balcony.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

lynnette

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Nice room great location
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Jonah

Liked: Amenities, communication
The initial room smelled like smoke but we were upgraded to another that was fine.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025