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Lakemore Resort sits just 10 minutes from Traverse City — about 20 minutes to Downtown. We're nestled in the southeast quadrant of Grand Traverse County, giving you easy access to everything the area has to offer while staying well clear of the high-traffic corridors.

Lakemore Resort opened in July 2020. The resort sits on 11 acres of waterfront property on the western shore of Arbutus Lake. The original structures were removed in 2018 and the entire property was thoughtfully redeveloped — preserving as many original trees and natural features as possible.

Phase one introduced three brand-new luxury vacation homes. Each house shares the same generous floor plan and full suite of amenities, but features its own distinct interior design — giving every group a slightly different experience of the same beautiful setting.

Lakemore Resort is the sister property to Lakemore Retreat, located across the lake on the eastern shoreline. The Retreat has been welcoming families since 2015 — over 350 groups, 130+ five-star reviews, and a summer calendar that books nearly a year out.

We're located ¾ of a mile from Garfield Road, the main north-south corridor into the east side of Traverse City — easy to find, easy to reach. The resort is open year-round. In the off-season, you're 5–15 minutes from mountain biking, hiking, cross-country skiing, downhill skiing, snow tubing, and snowmobile trails. Snowshoeing is right from the front door. Traverse City's exceptional dining scene is just 15–20 minutes away whenever you're ready for a night out.

Arbutus Lake is a nearly 400-acre all-sports lake made up of five smaller connected sections — locals refer to them simply as Lakes 1 through 5. Lakemore Resort sits on the eastern shore of Lake 2, the largest of the five, in one of the most naturally sandy stretches on the entire lake.

Our beach is a genuine rarity: naturally sandy, with a gently sloping bottom that's ideal for kids and newer swimmers. The lake is open for swimming from May through October. It's large enough for water skiing and tubing, yet intimate enough for a peaceful morning of stand-up paddleboarding, kayaking, or fishing.

Arbutus Lake is something of a well-kept secret — known among locals for being serene, quiet, and genuinely relaxing. A county ordinance enforced by the Sheriff's Marine Department restricts high-speed boating between 7:30 PM and 11:00 AM the following morning. Evenings and mornings on the water are calm and peaceful, while afternoons still leave plenty of time for water skiing, tubing, and all your favorite lake activities. Violations carry ticketed fines.

Arbutus Lake is something of a well-kept secret — known among locals for being serene, quiet, and genuinely relaxing. A county ordinance enforced by the Sheriff's Marine Department restricts high-speed boating between 7:30 PM and 11:00 AM the following morning. Evenings and mornings on the water are calm and peaceful, while afternoons still leave plenty of time for water skiing, tubing, and all your favorite lake activities. Violations carry ticketed fines.

Absolutely. Any combination of houses can be reserved together in a single transaction. Contact Tricia with your group's details and she'll help you figure out which house — or houses — will work best for everyone.

Our calendar opens to the public 18 months in advance. Reservations beyond that window are available by request — just reach out and we'll do our best to accommodate.

Reservations can be made directly through our website. Rates vary throughout the year, so make sure your dates are accurate before finalizing a quote. During June, July, and August, we require weekly stays — Friday to Friday, with check-in and check-out on Fridays only.

Payment: 50% is due at booking; the remaining 50% is due 60 days prior to arrival. Your first payment is fully refundable up until the 60-day mark. After that, refunds are not available. A refundable $1,000 damage deposit per house is also collected.

Yes — we offer 2020 Bennington tri-toon pontoons with 140 HP engines, available for daily and hourly rentals directly on site. Services include dock delivery, unlimited fuel, covered storage, and daily staff support. We recommend booking early for summer months, as availability fills quickly in June, July, and August.

Traverse City's wine country spreads across two peninsulas. The closest Old Mission Peninsula winery is about 25 minutes away, with more further up the peninsula. The nearest Leelanau Peninsula winery is roughly 30 minutes, with a full trail of tasting rooms beyond. Visit our Play page for a complete guide to the area.