PINESTEAD REEF RESORT, Traverse City

Pinestead Reef Resort - A waterfront timeshare resort with private beach access and full kitchens

Pinestead Reef Resort features 46 bayside suites overlooking East Grand Traverse Bay, each with full kitchens, flat-screen TVs, and private balconies. The 4-star property offers 1-bedroom, 2-bedroom, and studio units, accommodating up to 10 guests with sleeper sofas and multiple bathrooms. On-site amenities include an indoor heated pool, whirlpool, sauna, fitness center, game room, and 700 feet of private sandy beach. Guests at Pinestead Reef Resort can access over 4000 affiliated resorts worldwide through RCI timeshare exchange. The property is located 3 miles from Cherry Capital Airport and 3.3 miles from Dennos Museum Center, with Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf just 0.3 miles away. Free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities, and BBQ decks with gas grills are available throughout the resort.

Pros

Each suite offers direct waterfront views of East Grand Traverse Bay

Full kitchens with appliances in all units provide meal preparation flexibility

Access to over 4000 RCI-affiliated resorts worldwide for timeshare owners

Multiple recreational facilities including private beach, indoor pool, and fitness center

Proximity to Pirate's Cove Adventure Park (1640.4 ft) and Grand Traverse Bay (0.5 miles)

Cons

Timeshare ownership structure may limit flexibility for non-owners

No on-site restaurant (nearest dining option is 1640.4 ft away)