Nature's Ridge Pickleball Lodge

Calling all Pickleball lovers! This is our newest, fun, large-group retreat in Traverse City—designed for unforgettable friend-and-family getaways. Play year-round on the private indoor pickleball court, then recharge in the spa with a hot tub, barrel sauna, and cold plunge. With multiple kitchens, spacious gathering areas, cozy bedrooms and bunk rooms, plus a seasonal heated pool and string-lit backyard, this lodge is built for connection, laughter, and relaxation. When you’re ready to explore, golf, wineries, Lake Michigan, Sleeping Bear Dunes, and year-round outdoor adventures are all just minutes away.

🏡 FULL PROPERTY ACCESS: Guests enjoy all 3 levels on both sides of this spacious townhome

• 🏓 Private Pickleball Barn: Dedicated barn with 3rd kitchen, full bathroom, recreation mezzanine, and additional sleeping space

• 🛋️ Pull-out sleeper sofa located in the pickleball barn mezzanine

🛏️ SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS:

• 👑1 private King + 3 private queen bedrooms total (2 on each side of the upper levels)

• 🛌 Lower-level walkout bunk rooms on each side

• 🛏️ Each bunk room features 2 full beds on bottom + twin beds on top

• 🚪 Sliding doors open directly to backyard amenities

🚿 BATHROOM LAYOUT (3 Full • 2 Half):

• 🚿 Upper levels: Full bathroom on each side with large walk-in showers

• 🚻 Main level: Half bathroom on each side

• 🏓 Pickleball barn: Full bathroom with large walk-in shower

• 🌞 Outdoor shower available seasonally

🌿 PRIVATE BACKYARD RETREAT:

• ♨️ Hot tub & spa amenities

• 🧊 Cold plunge

• 🔥 Barrel sauna

• 🏊 Seasonal heated container pool with viewing window

• 🌡️ Heated to 80° Memorial Day–Labor Day

• 🔥 Increase above 80° available for $150/night

• 🗓️ Pool open mid-May through mid-October, weather permitting

• 🪑 Poolside loungers for relaxing

• 🔥 Fire pit

• ⛳ Putt-Putt golf

• 🍔 BBQ grill

• 📺 Outdoor TVs

• 🪑 Comfortable outdoor sitting areas

• 🌄 Peaceful Setting: Located at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac with scenic country views

• 📍 Prime Location: Within 15 minutes of downtown Traverse City

OTHER THINGS TO NOTE:

• 📝 A digitally signed Vacation Rental Agreement is required to finalize every reservation once the booking is accepted.

• 📸 Exterior Ring cameras for security; no interior cameras.

• ⛰️ All bedrooms require stairs to access.

• 📝 Vacation Rental Agreement + photo ID required.

• 🕒 Early check-in / late check-out:

– Only available in the off-season (not available mid-June to mid-August).

– May be possible depending on cleaning schedule and same-day turnovers.

– Up to 2 hours early/late → $100

– 3–4 hours early/late → $200

– Must be approved in advance (ideally 48 hours).

– Let us know if you'd like us to check availability! 🌟

🛠️ Guest-caused damage: Guests are responsible for repair or replacement costs for any damage during their stay. For high-value amenities (including the indoor pickleball court area, wall-mounted TVs, and fixtures), professional repair or installation may be required.

• 📹 Exterior security cameras monitor only entry doors and parking areas (no interior views).

• 🚭 No smoking, no candles, no pets, no events.

• 🧾 Must be 25+ to book; photo ID may be required.

• 📘 Full house rules provided in the rental agreement.

• 🕊 Guests often mention how peaceful, secluded, and restorative the environment feels.

• 🌄 Quiet hours in neighborhood 10pm–8am; backyard backs to peaceful countryside and an animal farm.

• 🧽 We specialize in hosting large, fun, friend-and-family retreats; guests consistently praise cleanliness, comfort, thoughtful touches, and communication.

📍 LOCATION & GETTING AROUND:

• 🚗 Easy access by car; private driveway fits 6–10 vehicles

• 🚕 Uber & Lyft available locally

• 🚲 Biking on local roads and nearby trail networks

• ✈️ Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) approx. 15 minutes away

• 🧭 Wineries, beaches, attractions, and outdoor recreation within a 10–30 min drive

• 🚌 Magic Shuttle Service for wineries, breweries, and private group transportation

🎯 NEARBY ATTRACTIONS:

• 🏜️ Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore — 30.8 miles

• 🖼️ Dennos Museum Center (NMC) — 9.0 miles

• 🎰 Turtle Creek Casino & Hotel — 18.1 miles

• ⛵ Tall Ships Sailing Cruises — Grand Traverse Bay

🍒 FESTIVALS & EVENTS:

• 🎉 National Cherry Festival (Traverse City) — 6.4 miles

• 🎣 Tip Up Town Ice Fishing Festival (Houghton Lake) — 70.4 miles

🏘️ NEARBY TOWNS & DAY TRIPS:

• 🌆 Traverse City — 6.9 miles

• 🍷 Suttons Bay — 22.2 miles

• 🌊 Old Mission Peninsula — 23.2 miles

🎿 SKIING, SNOWBOARDING & WINTER FUN:

• 🎿 Hickory Hills Ski Area — 7.5 miles

• 🎿 Mt. Holiday Ski & Recreation Area — 16.2 miles

• 🎿 Crystal Mountain Resort — 25.3 miles

• 🎢 Alpine Slide & Alpine Ride

• 🎿 The Homestead Ski Resort — approx. 30 miles

• ❄️ Snowmobiling — Traverse City State Forest (14.5 miles)

• ❄️ Traverse City Snowmobile Rentals — 14.2 miles

• ❄️ Snowshoeing, ice fishing, and cross-country skiing nearby

⛳ GOLF DESTINATIONS:

• ⛳ Crown Golf Club — approx. 10 minutes

• ⛳ Elmbrook Golf Course — approx. 20 minutes

• ⛳ Grand Traverse Resort Courses — approx. 25 minutes

• ⛳ Crystal Mountain Golf — Mountain Ridge & Betsie Valley (25 miles)

• ⛳ Arcadia Bluffs — approx. 50 miles (iconic Lake Michigan views)

🚴 HIKING, BIKING & OUTDOOR TRAILS:

• 🚴 Boardman Lake Boardwalk Trail — approx. 10 minutes (4-mile scenic loop)

• 🚴 Hiking and biking trails throughout Traverse City and Interlochen

• 🏞️ Blair Township Community Park — approx. 10 minutes (pickleball courts, playground, walking paths)