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Five luxury cottages.
One lakefront resort.
Silver Oaks Resort is a rare private lakefront resort on Silver Lake in Northern Michigan, just minutes from downtown Traverse City.
Set across 2.6 acres of professionally landscaped, oak-lined grounds, the resort features five fully appointed luxury cottages — each uniquely designed with premium amenities, and high-end finishes throughout.
Whether reserving a single cottage or the entire property, guests enjoy 167 feet of private Silver Lake frontage, elevated lakeside accommodations, and close access to Traverse City’s renowned restaurants, wineries, shopping, and waterfront.
Find the right cottage for your group
Each cottage offers a different layout, size, and sleeping configuration. This overview makes it easy to understand what fits your group before you book.
| Feature | COTTAGE 1 | COTTAGE 2 | COTTAGE 3 | COTTAGE 4 | COTTAGE 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Square Footage | 552 sq ft | 550 sq ft | 616 sq ft | 1071 sq ft | 1771 sq ft |
| Sleeps (Standard / Max) | 4 / 6 | 4 / 6 | 4 / 6 | 6 / 8 | 8 / 12 |
| Bedrooms | 2 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 4 |
| Bathrooms | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 2.5 |
| Bathroom Type | Walk-in shower | Walk-in shower | Walk-in shower | Walk-in showers (1 accessible) | Walk-in + tub/shower + half bath |
| Feature | COTTAGE 1 | COTTAGE 2 | COTTAGE 3 | COTTAGE 4 | COTTAGE 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Primary Bed | Queen | Queen | King | Queen (x2) | Queen (x3) |
| Additional Beds | Bunk room (2 twins) | Bunk room (2 twins) | Queen bedroom | Bunk room (2 twins) | Full bedroom |
| Sofa Beds | 1 queen | 1 queen | 1 queen | 1 queen | 2 queen |
| Feature | COTTAGE 1 | COTTAGE 2 | COTTAGE 3 | COTTAGE 4 | COTTAGE 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fully Equipped Kitchen | ✓ (island) | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ (quartz peninsula) | ✓ (chef’s kitchen + large island) |
| Open Layout | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| High Ceilings | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Smart Tv | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Washer / Dryer | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Fireplace | — | — | — | ✓ | ✓ (multiple) |
| Multiple Living Areas | — | — | — | — | ✓ |
| Feature | COTTAGE 1 | COTTAGE 2 | COTTAGE 3 | COTTAGE 4 | COTTAGE 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Private Deck | ✓ | ✓ | — | — | ✓ (wraparound) |
| Private Patio | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Fire Pit | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Outdoor Dining | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Outdoor Shower | — | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | — |
| Lake Views | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Balcony | — | — | — | — | ✓ |
| Feature | COTTAGE 1 | COTTAGE 2 | COTTAGE 3 | COTTAGE 4 | COTTAGE 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Steps From Water | ✓ | — | — | — | — |
| Accessible-Friendly Bathroom | — | — | — | ✓ | — |
| Beach Dock Access | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Main House | — | — | — | — | ✓ |
COTTAGE 1
The closest cottage to the water. A refined retreat for those who want Silver Lake at the center of every moment.
COTTAGE 2
A private lakefront cottage on Silver Lake where the best moments happen outside. Deck dining, an outdoor shower, a lounge area, and a fire pit waiting at the end of the stone path.
COTTAGE 3
The closest cottage to the water. A refined retreat for those who want Silver Lake at the center of every moment.
COTTAGE 4
The closest cottage to the water. A refined retreat for those who want Silver Lake at the center of every moment.
COTTAGE 5
The centerpiece of Silver Oaks. At 1,771 square feet, four bedrooms, and accommodations for up to 12, Cottage Five is the largest and most complete retreat on the property.
All five cottages. Every outdoor space. One hundred and sixty-seven feet of private Silver Lake frontage, reserved exclusively for your group. Silver Oaks is available as a full property buyout for families, multi-generational gatherings, and groups looking for the most private lakefront experience available in Northern Michigan near Traverse City.
Book the Full Resort
The Silver Oaks Experience
Every stay at Silver Oaks includes access to 167 feet of private Silver Lake frontage, two docks, paddleboards, kayaks, beach gear, grilling patios, and beautifully landscaped shared grounds.
Each cottage is stocked with Grown Alchemist bath amenities, premium kitchen essentials, and high-quality linens — because the details of a Northern Michigan lakefront stay should be as refined as the setting.
Minutes from downtown Traverse City, Silver Oaks guests have access to a curated partner network offering private chef service, on-site massage, pontoon rental, concierge grocery delivery, and wine and beer tours throughout the region. Many partners are reserved months in advance. We recommend coordinating at the time of booking.
