WELCOME HOME.

A big HELLO, and THANK YOU for choosing Stillwater Cottage for your stay in Omena. We hope you love Stillwater as much as we do! We’ve spent the good part of a year curating this experience for you. Pour yourself a drink using the vintage glassware in the bar. Sink into the couch in the lake room and enjoy the view and the cozy fireplace. Whip up a delicious meal in the kitchen. Tag us on Instagram and brag to all of your friends about your awesome stay @stillwatercottage.

A few gentle reminders:

Absolutely no smoking. Duh.

Gross but we have to say it. The plumbing here is septic and delicate. Toilet paper only please, no wipes or tampons. Also our toilet paper is made from bamboo. It’s more sustainable and better for the environment but a little scratchier than Charmin.

Omena is super chill. Please respect our neighbors by also being super chill between the hours of 10pm-8am.

There are dishwasher safe plastic cutting boards for raw meat food prep. The wood cutting boards are hand-wash only and for making a killer cheeseboard to go with that glass of wine you just poured.

We know your momma raised you right, but just in case, please no shoes on the furniture.

There are makeup wipes in the bathrooms for your pretty faces. Please use these and the dark washcloths provided when taking off your makeup. Speaking of those clean white towels, please keep them away from the beach as they don’t like to get tan. There are striped beach towels in the hall closet if you need them.

Pets are not permitted (we do think pets are cute though, so if ya wanna send us pics of your dog we will ooh and ahh over them). Speaking of other unwanted guests, please note…midges are the annoying (harmless), flying black insects that terrorize Michigan in the spring and summer. On behalf of mother nature, we apologize if you find them swarming around. Pretend you’re in a National Geographic documentary…ahhh nature. They’re fish food and we love fish!

Wifi : Stillwater

Password: sunshine

Turn on the fireplaces?

Turn on the fireplace in the Lake Room by flipping the on switch on the back top right corner to ON. Turn the knob to adjust heat.

The fireplace in the dining room is controlled by the black remote mounted to the wall to the left of the fireplace. Follow the instructions on the back of the remote. You need to get close to the fireplace level to turn it on. The receiver is in the bottom left corner of the fireplace. It will flash red when connecting to the remote.

Turn on the air conditioning?

A/C minisplits are controlled by remote, mounted in each room. Please turn the A/C off if windows are open/fans are on.

Turn on the fans?

The fans in the Lake Room and the Lounge are controlled by remote, but you will need to first make sure the wall switch is on for both the fan and the light.

Run the washer/dryer?

Just like a computer, press the power button to turn on the washer or dryer. Select your cycle. If you select “normal” the machine will calibrate the cycle for you. Toss a tide pod into the drum. If you’re using liquid laundry detergent, pour it into the pull out drawer to no more than the max fill line. You only need to use a very small amount of detergent with this machine. Please do not overfill your garments in the machine drum when doing a load of laundry. To press start, hold the arrow button for 3 seconds.

Please leave washing machine door ajar when not in use. There is a magnet that keeps it partially opened.

Watch TV?

The smart TV allows you to login to your own accounts.

Connect to Sonos speakers?

Download the Sonos app, connect to wifi and make sure your bluetooth is on. Open the app and you should be able to connect automatically. The speakers are located in the Lake Room and in the Lounge.

Show off my grilling skills?

There’s a grill just outside the kitchen backdoor and propane is provided. Please keep covered when not in use.

And my s’mores skills?

Firewood is available for purchase just steps away on the corner of Isthmus + M22.

FOOD + BEV

Okay folks, this is the biggest section because every meal counts and because good food is life!

OMENA

Omena Bay Country Store

Right next to the Post Office down the road carrying all of the provisions that you need for your stay here. Local specialties, wine, beer, coffee, stuff for s’mores, etc.

Knot Just A Bar Points for being just a walk away and for water views. Food is secondary but you can’t go wrong with fish + chips and a beer here on the deck in the summer.

SUTTONS BAY

Mundo's the best spot for your cappuccino fix.

9 Bean Rows farm produce, croissants, breads and wood fired pizzas, great sandwiches and some specialty market items. We go here every other day when we’re in town.

Hop Lot Brewery local beer + tasty bites under the pines trees. Possibly the best fried chicken sandwich ever - when they have it! This is a family favorite, great for kids too!

Tandem Ciders Local ciders in a cute farmy setting. Try the pickled eggs too!

Mawby Wine for bubbly and Big Little Wines next door for small batch wines.

NORTHPORT

The Union Excellent wood-fired meatballs and pizzas, plus other small plates like marinated olives, chickpea salad and roasted shrimp. There’s usually live music and a casual picnic table vibe. A favorite!

New Bohemian Cafe Coffee + Sandwiches you can take with you.

The Tribune Great breakfast on one side, ice cream on the other.

Barb’s Bakery Donuts, need we say more?

Dunebird Winery a best-case scenario combo of a winery + cool coffee shop with small bites too.

TRAVERSE CITY

Farm Club a must for foodie farm loving folks. Organic, small menu of seasonal produce, excellently prepared. The marketplace has some prepared foods, breads, veggies, cheese, fancy olive oil and the coolest housewares.

Little Fleet Food Trucks fun and lively, something delicious for everyone.

Cooks’ House local ingredients, fine dining in a cute house. Reservations a must.

Modern Bird Just opened summer of 2022 and it is already top of the list for a dinner out. Modern + cool atmosphere, local ingredients prepared perfectly. Order one of everything on the menu, but order two of the house-made bread.

Rove Estate modern winery with views and often, live music.

Taproot Cider House Live music, awesome food, tons of hard cider options (obviously!).

Lakeview Hill Farm A farm, not a restaurant, but a must for the best produce.

LELAND

Village Cheese Shanty Explore Fishtown and grab a sandwich to take with you to Van’s Beach.

The Cove Fresh fish, outside seating

Leland Picnic Grab-and-go dips, sandwiches, salads, fudge, ice cream and a variety of gourmet snacks.

GROCERY STORES

Hansen Foods Grocery store in Suttons Bay

Tom’s Food Market in Northport full service grocery store

Oryana Co-Op in Traverse City. Closest thing to a Whole Foods, but better!

Burritt’s in Traverse City for gourmet specialty items

Fogarelli’s in Traverse City for sandwiches and other Italian delicacies. Grab a chicken pot pie to heat up for a cozy night in.

Farmers Markets (check for dates/times) also stop at any farmstand in summer for fresh produce and of course, cherries when in season.

In-home Chef Services

Betsey Wild betseypo@gmail.com, Insta: @bpots9

Farmed Table -farmedtabledinners@gmail.com

ACTIVITIES

Walk down to the Omena Bay beach or explore any of the local beaches.

Visit the Leelalau Farmers Markets in Northport, Suttons Bay and Downtown Traverse City for the best local produce, baked good and crafts all in one spot.

Hike Pyramid Point or Empire Bluff Trail for amazing views of the dunes.

Visit Sleeping Bear Dunes (get lunch at Joe’s Friendly in Empire)

Kayak

Charter a fishing boat on Lake Michigan. Eat what you catch!

Rent a pontoon boat on Lake Leelanau

TART Trail biking/walking/running

Become an Olympic Curler @ Leelanau Curling Club

Winery Tours

Lighthouses

Northport Arts Association art classes, clay studio & exhibitions

Bowling + Pool Tables @ Northport Pub & Grille

Leland

Benjamin Maier Ceramics we’ll take one of everything.

The Warren Collective Shop owned by 3 women curating jewelry, vintage items and local artwork.

Au Sable gorgeous housewares, textiles and other treasures.

Omena

Tamarack Gallery high-end art gallery featuring local artists

Suttons Bay

Poppy Things for women’s clothing, accessories, housewares and other local finds

Northport

The Find North Local boutique featuring latest in women’s and kids clothing as well as household items.

Traverse City

Wilson’s Antiques if you love antiques. We do, and we can spend hours here.

Slip Vintage Curated vintage clothing, belts and accessories for cool kids.

Warehouse MRKT a former warehouse turned boutique shopping spot.

l.a. cool Women’s clothing - the latest in elevated fashion labels.

Property Managers

Cindy: 231.944.6503

Thad: 616.885.0273

Email: leelanaucottage@gmail.com

Emergencies

Dial 911. The address is:

13091 Isthmus Road

Omena, MI 49674

First Aid Kit is in the small hall closet.

Fire extinguisher under the kitchen sink.

Urgent Care: Crystal Lake Health Center 231.866.4440

Hospital: Munson Medical Center, Traverse City 231.935.5000

Checkout is at 10:00am. Cleaners will arrive at 10:00 am to prepare for our next guests.

Please leave the home in the same condition that you found it. Please put any books, games, glassware, etc. back in their original spot.

It is not necessary to strip the beds.

Please gather WHITE BATH towels and leave them in the bathrooms.

Please run any used STRIPED BEACH towels through the washing machine.

Remove all food from the refrigerator/freezer.

Place any dirty dishes in the dishwasher and start the machine.

Ensure all outside items are returned to their original locations.

Dispose of BAGGED trash in the blue bin.

If it’s raining, or looks like it’s going to rain, please close all windows upon departure.

Lock the doors when you depart and return key to lockbox.

It’s the government, guys. We have to post it!

Leelanau County STR Good Neighbor Posting