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The Sweet Seclusion Cottage with 100 feet of Private frontage Pickerel Lake!

Beachside vacation home with water park

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
Property grounds
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On the shores of Pickerel Lake, this cozy cottage invites you to unwind. Enjoy meals on the back deck with seating for six or at a picnic table by the lakefront, then gather around an outdoor firepit for bonfires and s'mores. Take in serene views from two private decks – one off a king bedroom perfect for morning coffee and another near twin bunk beds.

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10 out of 10
Exceptional

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2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61250 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Beach view
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Washer

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

The Sweet Seclusion Cottage with 100 feet of Private frontage Pickerel Lake!

ABOUT THE RENTAL
Situated on 100 feet of private frontage on Pickerel Lake, this cozy cottage is ready for you to come relax! The main floor features an open floor plan with the living room, kitchen, and dining area overlooking the lake. (Fireplace non-operational) Enjoy meals and drinks indoors or out on the back deck with seating for six or at the picnic table located by the lakefront itself. One full bathroom found on the main level for great convenience. Take the wood staircase up to find the main bedroom with a king bed and large deck, perfect for morning coffee overlooking the lake! The second bedroom is also located in the upper level with two sets of twin bunk beds. The second full bathroom with laundry located off the two bedrooms. Dock for jumping into the water to swim, outdoor firepit for bonfires and smores, mooring for your boat and yard space to play – what more could you ask for on your summer vacation?
This cottage is a quick trip to many exquisite resort towns like Petoskey, Harbor Springs, and Indian River. But don’t limit your trips to those – Mackinaw City and the Mackinac Island are a quick day trip too! Located close to Petoskey State Park, Burt Lake State Park, and plenty of unique stores and restaurants! Something for everyone in your group!

*This property allows two dogs, maximum. A non-refundable $150.00 cleaning fee will be charged per pet. 
*Access to water toys and boats are not included in the rental of this property. If you would like information on watercraft rentals, please reach out to us for recommendations!

NEARBY DESTINATIONS
Pellston Regional Airport: 13.6 miles
Downtown Petoskey: 15.5 miles
Downtown Indian River: 8.2 miles
Mackinaw City (to catch a ferry to Mackinac Island): 29.1 miles
Downtown Harbor Springs: 16.2 miles

ABOUT US
Vacation Properties of Northern Michigan is a rental management company located in downtown Petoskey. We have been operating for 14 years and we understand the importance of vacation and the anticipation leading up to it. We care about our travelers and take pride in our portfolio of rental properties. We encourage you to look us up online and reach out if you have any questions or concerns about the property. Our goal is to provide you with the best vacation possible with clean/well-kept places, great communication, and fun environments so that you keep coming back. Northern Michigan has our hearts, and we want it to have yours too!

OTHER THINGS TO NOTE
After booking on this platform, you must enter into a rental agreement with Vacation Properties of Northern Michigan to confirm your booking fully.

Access codes and other important rental details will be sent via text seven days before your arrival. This number is how you will reach us if you need assistance during your stay. We are a local rental management company, and our texting software provides the quickest way to answer questions on all our booking platforms.

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Tennis
  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,250 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

2203-244141

About the neighborhood

Located in Alanson, this vacation home is on the beach. Little Traverse History Museum and Andrew J. Blackbird Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Big Bear Adventures and Cheboiganing Preserve. Enjoy the area's slopes with skiing, and don't miss out on the sledding.
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Alanson, MI

What's nearby

  • Pickerel Lake - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Crooked Lake - 10 min drive - 4.1 miles
  • Petoskey State Park - 26 min drive - 14.4 miles
  • McLaren Northern Michigan Hospital - 31 min drive - 17.6 miles
  • Odawa Casino - 35 min drive - 20.0 miles

Getting around

  • Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Michael's Tavern & Steakhouse - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Northwood Restaurant - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Bob's Place - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Alanson Depot Restaurant - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Sweet Seclusion Cottage with 100 feet of Private frontage Pickerel Lake! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

What time is check-in at The Sweet Seclusion Cottage with 100 feet of Private frontage Pickerel Lake!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Sweet Seclusion Cottage with 100 feet of Private frontage Pickerel Lake!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Sweet Seclusion Cottage with 100 feet of Private frontage Pickerel Lake! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Alanson vacation home is steps from Pickerel Lake and 3 mi (4.9 km) from Crooked Vine Vineyard and Winery. Crooked Lake and Seasons of the North Winery are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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