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MINUTES TO TORCH LAKE

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
2 bedrooms, internet
Interior
Dining
Reviews
9.2

Wonderful

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4650 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
    DryerDryer
  • Washer
    WasherWasher
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioningAir conditioning
  • Kitchen
    KitchenKitchen

Check-in time

3:00 PM

Check-out time

9:00 AM

Explore the area

Map
Bellaire, MI
  • Popular LocationClam Lake1 min walk
  • Popular LocationTorch Lake4 min drive
  • Popular LocationLake Bellaire13 min drive
  • AirportTraverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)46 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

MINUTES TO TORCH LAKE

Cottage near Clam Lake - across the street from Clam Lake & a public access to the lake.(this assess is not a boat launch. Boat launch is a few miles down the road)
This cute cottage has been recently remodeled. 2 Bedroom, 1 bath, sleeps 4. The perfect up north getaway. Close to Torch Lake, Marinas. Bring your kayak or canoe and put it in the water right across the street. Wifi available. Bring your boat and enjoy boating on over 60 miles of inland waterway. Or rent a boat at one of the local marinas.
Take some time to explore the quaint towns of Alden and Bellaire. The quaint town of Alden offers a tasting room for Vista Ridge Winery, a locally produced wine, ice cream at Higgins Store or the Lakeside Dip, dining at the Torch Lake Beer Company and excellent Muffins or light breakfast or lunch at the Muffin Tin. While in Alden check out the Alden Mill House for a large selection of Kitchen gadgets and fresh spices, and spice blends. Enjoy shopping in some of the unique shops Alden has to offer where we are sure you will find that great memento of your time on Torch Lake. Venture to Bellaire and check out the award winning Shorts Brewery, taste Meade at Bell Well Meadery or sip some locally distilled liquor at Mammoth Distillery. Bellaire also has some great restaurants and shops. Take a quick break and have a glass of wine at Hello Vino, the gals there are very friendly and helpful. There is so much to see and do here. Head north 1 1/2 hours and you can see the Mackinaw Bridge and drive across if you wish, or catch a ferry in Mackinaw City over to the Island for the day. Or just lay back relax and take it all in. Just a 40 minute drive into Traverse City. Always plenty to see or do. Or relax and do nothing at all! Whatever you decide to do while in the area one sure thing is you will be back. This cottage does have one mini split air-conditioning unit in the living room area.

We require renters to be 25 years of age or older. NO SMOKING NO PETS

Property manager

Paradise Properties USA

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower only

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • 1 unit
  • Unit size: 650 square feet

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Exterior
WALK TO TORCH LAKE FROM THIS QUAINT OLDER ALDEN COTTAGE
Kitchen
Outdoor Space
Barbecue grill
Microwave
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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 9:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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

Minutes TO Torch Lake Alden
Minutes TO Torch Lake Cottage
388135
Minutes TO Torch Lake Cottage Alden
Super Clean Cottage Near Torch Lake Clam Lake

About the neighborhood

Bellaire

This cottage is located in Bellaire. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Torch Lake and Torch Lake Park. Kayaking and water skiing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and mountain biking nearby.
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What's nearby

  • Clam Lake - 1 min walk
  • Torch Lake - 4 min drive
  • Torch Lake Park - 10 min drive
  • Lake Bellaire - 13 min drive
  • Schuss Mountain - 18 min drive

Getting around

  • Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Oasis Red Bull Tavern - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Dockside-Torch Lake - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Shanty Creek Resorts - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Short's Brewing Company - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is MINUTES TO TORCH LAKE pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at MINUTES TO TORCH LAKE?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at MINUTES TO TORCH LAKE?

Check-out is at 9:00 AM.

Where is MINUTES TO TORCH LAKE located?

Situated in Bellaire, this cottage is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Clam Lake and 2.2 mi (3.6 km) from Torch Lake. Clam River is 2 mi (3.2 km) away.

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 18 out of 29 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 29 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 29 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 29 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 29 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lyda W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Pleasant Location
This is the second time we’ve stayed at this cottage. Clean, comfortable and affordable for the location. Area is quiet as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute and Clean Cabin
My husband and our two young children thoroughly enjoyed our stay! The house was clean and a perfect size for the four of us. The wall a/c unit cooled the entire place. The furniture was comfortable and the kitchen was stocked with items to help make our stay easier. We will definitely be returning!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tim J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice cozy cabin
It’s small but clean and well supplied (except for bed linens & paper products). Nice sized yard with fire pit and space for a few cars and/or boat trailer. Property management company very helpful and easy to work with.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

John H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice place
Very nice property and perfect for what we needed
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Dion H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fun getaway
Overall great experience. However, leaving at 9am was a little rough which is the check out time.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Bill A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Clam Lake - Nice
Nice
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location!
Cute little cottage, very close to multiple boat launches. We had a great time. The cottage was very clean and neatly decorated. Added bonus of having a washer and dryer available to use. Thank you!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jade S., Michigan, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely getaway
We had a great time and an extremely comfortable stay. The cabin exceeded our expectations in many ways, very clean, the kitchen was well stocked, it was air conditioned, plenty of yard space for yard games, and it was nice to enjoy a bonfire in the evenings. The location is perfect, safe, and quiet… the lake is a simple walk across the street and the boat launch/restaurant/stores are only a few minutes away. There’s a few small things that could be done to elevate their guests experiences, like supplying towels and putting in a key code for easy check in and check out. You have to bring your own pillow cases/sheets which was quite odd, especially since the beds are made when you arrive but they’re made without sheets. It was so nice not having any clean up required other than taking the trash out, especially with a 9am check out. A typical 11am check out would be nice to have enough time to have coffee/breakfast before leaving. We had a lovely time and would definitely stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeff M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Love the area
Very nice place
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Ayrn Z.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cabin on clam
Small cabin super close to torch lake and clam lake! House is super clean and perfect for four people! Only down side is the check in and out process, there is no code to enter cabin or lock box to gain access you are required to pick up from separate location at designated time which can be inconvenient.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Leslie H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect
We needed to rent a place for overflow family members for a week at the lake. this cottage was nicely up to date with the exception of no AC and some windows did not open to get some cross breeze. Very convenient for putting in our kayaks right across the street at the public access. Clam lake was warm and calm compared to Torch Lake and perfect for the kids to wake board, tube and water ski. Dewitt's rental down the street was also very helpful!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Deb A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Girls Weekend
This cute cottage was perfect for three working women who needed a break from life. Very quiet location near a great water front restaurant, beach, and torch lake access. Great weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lyda W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great home-base for area activities.
The property was just the right size for two of us. We wanted a nice, affordable location to see all the TC area wineries and typical tourist activities. While no direct view of the lake, there is public access across the street where you can launch canoes/kayaks. Marinas nearby if you need to launch a boat. We would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Karmen W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute little cottage
Super cute cottage, was clean and had a good location. Definitely would recommend. Only thing was didn’t love the early checkout but it wasn’t a huge deal.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Mark S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Location!
Great location for our fishing outings. Cabin was well equipped in the kitchen and bath. I was concerned about the check in process but everything worked out. It was an unusually hot week and AC would have been nice. Nice Stay, Clean!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Josh N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice
Plan to return next year
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2020

6/10 Okay

Chrissy G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Was nice for the weekend
The check in and out process was a little difficult meeting the management times but we pulled it off. Wish the check out time was a little later but overall it was a nice place.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Rachel H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute and cozy
Prefect little place for 4 for sure. Pictures don’t show bonfire pit on left side of driveway. Very nice size. Nice long driveway. We had a Dodge Ram and 2 waverunners with plenty of room still. Very clean. Does come with washer and drier located in the bathroom still with rooM to move around. Kitchen had everything we needed. I think the more the renters, people will start leaving more things for the other renters. But great stay my husband and self :))). Would for sure stay there again
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Scott W K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute Cottage
Very cute, up to date appliances and features. Very comfortable for my wife and I during our stay.

8/10 Good

Mike P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great cottage
We have recently stayed at the cottage. It is across from Clam Lake and very close to Torch Lake, at a curve of the road. The check-in was very easy, the cottage nicely decorated, with a big bathroom and good size kitchen. We had some trouble closing the door on the small bedroom, for some reason one of the bed positioning was slightly blocking the door. The property management was prompt when we called to ask if it was possible to get the water heater temperature up, as it was just lukewarm. The appliances in the kitchen were new, also the bathroom looked new. There was a fire pit ready for us, but we didn't use it. We grilled some food on the small grill outside and enjoyed our meals outside. When we checked-out we left a list with cleaning recommendations for the cleaning company; we also recommended that they opened the windows in between clients, as we had trouble opening the windows when we got in the house and the air was stale. Especially nowadays with all these current worries. Overall a very good house at a great location. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Caitlin M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute cottage near Torch, perfect for group of four to getaway.
We were pleasantly surprised by our stay near Torch Lake! We had another booking cancel last minute and rushed to find a home. The interior is very cute and picturesque. Very close to nearby restaurants and enjoyed the bonfire pit. My only feedback is uploading more photos on the listing to showcase the interior. Thank you for our stay. We all had an awesome time.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020

8/10 Good

Carol D., Michigan, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice little cottage.
The place is called Cottage on Clam Lake, so we mistakenly thought it was on the lake and we'd have a dock, so that was disappointing. Also, it was so hot, it could REALLY benefit from air - it's small enough that even a window unit would cool the whole place down pretty well. Otherwise, clean and cute and close to Alden, Bellaire, Butch's and Torch Lake.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

karen H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute place
cute place. loved the updates. Perfect for 2 to 4 ppl. We thought the property was on the water from the pictures but we still enjoyed ourselves.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Steve A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place!
Great property! Will be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Dave A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great weekend getaway
We had a small group that wanted weekend up north. This place was newly renovated and very clean which made our stay very enjoyable. One minor complaint was the only mirror in the cabin was set to low and was difficult to use in a practical way.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019