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Crooked Cottage

Cottage in Alanson with kitchen and patio

Welcome to this spacious 2-story house, perfectly suited for family gatherings. With Crooked Lake access just a stone's throw away and plenty of room to unwind in the 3-seasons porch or one of two cozy living rooms.

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7

Popular amenities

Parking available
Pet friendly
Dryer
Washer
Air conditioning
Fireplace

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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.

Crooked Cottage

Bring the whole family to this great place with lots of room for fun. Centrally located and close to lots of activities. Crooked Lake access at the end of the road.

This is a 2 story house with 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. There is a daybed in the Great Room that can be used for additional sleeping space. There are 2 living rooms with tvs, so guests can spread out. The 3 seasons porch offers a quiet place to relax or enjoy coffee.

Property amenities

Internet

Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

Parking on site

Kitchen

Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Kitchen island
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Stovetop
Toaster

Dining

Dining table

Bedrooms

3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

2 bathrooms
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided

Living spaces

Dining table
Fireplace
Living room

Entertainment

Books
Games
Smart TV

Outdoor areas

Barbecue grill
Firepit
Outdoor furniture
Patio

Laundry

Laundry facilities
Washing machine

Work spaces

Desk
Desk chair

Comfort

Air conditioning
Heating

Pets

Pet friendly
Welcoming dogs only
One pet total

Suitability/Accessibility

Smoking not allowed

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

Similar properties

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet friendly

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:

Load the dishwasher

Gather used towels

Remove personal items and take out the trash

Turn off the lights

Leave all used beds un-made.

Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets allowed

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Welcoming dogs only

1 total pets

Note from host: Well behaved dogs are more than welcome

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

About the neighborhood

Alanson, MI

What's nearby

Crooked Lake - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
Petoskey State Park - 13 min drive - 8.6 miles
McLaren Northern Michigan Hospital - 21 min drive - 11.5 miles
Pickerel Lake - 24 min drive - 11.1 miles
Odawa Casino - 24 min drive - 12.9 miles

Getting around

Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

‪Taco Bell/KFC - ‬10 min drive
‪Culver's - ‬10 min drive
‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
‪Dairy Queen - ‬1 min drive
‪Rusty Saw North - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Crooked Cottage pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

What time is check-in at Crooked Cottage?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Crooked Cottage?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Crooked Cottage located?

Situated in Alanson, this cottage is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Crooked Lake and 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Oden State Fish Hatchery Visitor Center. Crooked Vine Vineyard and Winery and Pickerel Lake are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Crooked Cottage Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

10/10 Excellent

Liane S.

Feb 20, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Snow much fun ❄️💙

Had a wonderful time staying at the home after spending hours on the slopes. Got to enjoy home-cooked meals and play games and just relax. It was a fabulous trip with my family.

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sherri F.

Jul 3, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Couldnt have been better

This was a girls weekend away with an elementary school friend. We were going to Mackinac Island, Petoskey and Harbor Springs. Such a perfect location. We also had time for Charlevoix. All beautiful areas. As far as the property, not sure what else we could have asked for. The Crooked Cottage is set up for anything you may need. Just bring your personal hygiene items (some provided), clothes and whatever food you may want to fix. You will find all kitchen items you need, barware in the dining room, games galore, books, outdoor firepit, hammock. This place has got you set up from the first step in the door. Which is the spacious laundry room, so you can take off your shoes. There are dog treats, dog bowls, etc there as well. Note that it is indeed 2 full bath, but one is downstairs. All bedrooms are upstairs with the other bathroom. The steps are very steep but as long as you know that going in, you'll be fine. We just made less trips than we normally would have. Everything was very well appointed. The eclectic decor made it such a comfy place to stay. Communication was great with the owners. I would definitely return if in the area.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura M.

Jul 25, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Girls get Awaya

Girls weekend with friends and my dachshund Bertie. Beautiful area, nice neighbors and an incredible house to curl up and relax. Don’t bring any supplies…the house is fully stocked. We look forqrd to coming back soon.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Missy W.

Jul 10, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family fun getaway

We had a great stay! We are lucky to have good friends in the area, so we were afforded the local experience. I highly recommend chatting with neighbors when you stay here. They’re lovely!

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shondel N.

Jul 6, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Northern Michigan Stay!

Great place for the family! House was clean and had everything we needed. Host was quick to answer questions. Best of part was the well kept private backyard. Neighbors are nice too!

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tina M.

Jul 3, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Crooked cottage

The place is lovely. Great location. We really enjoyed our stay

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

kris t.

May 26, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family fun

We were in Alanson for a family event. Staying at the cottage was wonderful! Very clean and spacious. We would love to come back!

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert M.

Feb 18, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great property

Great for family.

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jan B.

Oct 28, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Happiness in Northern Michigan!

We so enjoyed our stay at The Crooked Cottage! The cottage was decorated beautifully! Each room had its own cozy and comfortable personality. The owners provided thoughtful touches with coffee, snacks, desk with writing paper & phone chargers, lap robes and dog towels, great kitchen, washer & dryer, beautifully landscaped back yard, and many more! The owners responded immediately to the few questions we had. They are amazing and went above and beyond any VRBO we’ve ever stayed in! We highly recommend The Crooked Cottage!

Stayed 28 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori B.

Aug 12, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy & Relaxing

This was such a cozy and relaxing cottage! We loved it and felt so at home there. The decor was fantastic and there were so many personal touches (games, crafts for the kids, a bulletin board to share something about your visit, etc). Plenty of towels, pillows, throws. A beautiful patio with seating and a picnic table. The lake is a at the end of the street and is beautiful, as is the neighborhood. We didn’t want to leave!!

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023