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Property grounds
On the beach, sun loungers
Exterior
4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Dining
Reviews
10

Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 101600 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Beach viewBeach viewBeach view
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • Outdoor SpaceOutdoor SpaceOutdoor Space
  • Hot TubHot TubHot Tub

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Map
Bellaire, MI
  • Popular LocationTorch Lake1 min walk
  • Popular LocationClam Lake4 min walk
  • Popular LocationLake Bellaire10 min drive
  • AirportTraverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)42 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.

ON TORCH LAKE SANDY BEACH COTTAGE HOME! AMAZING SUNSETS! LARGE YARD JUST OPENED

Go back in time to the simple life... when family vacations meant quality time together making memories to last a lifetime!

Beach: Amazingly beautiful, nearly 190 ft. private sand beach, directly on Torch Lake! MAP IS WRONG! If you have a boat, there is a mooring buoy available at the cottage for your use plus an area for your boat trailer. Butch's Tackle & Marine is close by and has a boat ramp ready. Walk to Dockside & boat rental.

Cottage: Charmingly quaint home, built in 1930. This 1.5 story cottage, with wrap around porch, will be one you will want to reserve year after year!

Property: Directly ON Torch Lake, 190+ ft soft sandy beach with large grass areas perfect for yard sports like volleyball, badminton, croquet, frisbee, wiffleball, cornhole, bocce ball... bring it all along!

LOCATION CLOSE TO BELLAIRE, ALDEN, CLAM RIVER, RENTAL BOATS, JET SKIS, WAKE BOARDING!

Property manager

The Clamelot Company

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach loungers

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Ski-in/ski-out access
  • Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchenette
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Coin laundry
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Printer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • In the city center
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Bicycles on site
  • Boat on site
  • Golf on site
  • Kayak on site
  • Ski-in/ski-out access on site
  • Tennis
  • Water park on site
  • Water sports equipment on site
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing 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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • 1 unit
  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Property located in a resort
  • Unit size: 1,600 square feet

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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 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

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 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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

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About the neighborhood

Bellaire

Located in Bellaire, this cottage is in the city center and on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Torch Lake and Torch Lake Park. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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What's nearby

  • Torch Lake - 1 min walk
  • Clam River - 1 min walk
  • Clam Lake - 4 min walk
  • Lake Bellaire - 10 min drive
  • Torch Lake Park - 12 min drive

Getting around

  • Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • Oasis Red Bull Tavern - 26 min drive
  • McDonald's - 13 min drive
  • Dockside-Torch Lake - 1 min walk
  • Shanty Creek Resorts - 20 min drive
  • Short's Brewing Company - 12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is ON TORCH LAKE SANDY BEACH COTTAGE HOME! AMAZING SUNSETS! LARGE YARD JUST OPENED pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at ON TORCH LAKE SANDY BEACH COTTAGE HOME! AMAZING SUNSETS! LARGE YARD JUST OPENED ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at ON TORCH LAKE SANDY BEACH COTTAGE HOME! AMAZING SUNSETS! LARGE YARD JUST OPENED ?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is ON TORCH LAKE SANDY BEACH COTTAGE HOME! AMAZING SUNSETS! LARGE YARD JUST OPENED located?

Located in Bellaire, this beachfront cottage is in the city center, just steps from Clam River and Torch Lake. Clam Lake is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 28 out of 31 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 31 reviews" "
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9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lyndsay D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Getaway
We had such a lovely time at the cottage even though the weather didn't fully cooperate. The lake views and sunsets are unmatched. We visited Traverse City and Alden which are both a short drive away. Colleen welcomed us with open arms and was always available if we had questions. Such a great week!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kayla S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay on Torch Lake!
We loved our stay at this property! We had big plans to explore all that northern MI had to offer, but this home enticed us to stay put and relax for the week. It’s just what we needed. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alistair R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Torch Lake - Lake Living Bliss!
The Dream Cottage sits in a truly wonderful position on Torch Lake. It's adjacent to Dockside, Butch's Marina etc. and a short drive into Bellaire & Alden. The most spectacular feature is the close proximity to the lake and the 200 Ft. of private sand beach; this facilates easy access to the boat, swimming, reading in an Adirondeck with a glass of wine coupled with a breeze and over-arching tranqulity. Overall the Clamelot stay exeeded our expectations! The AM & sunset views were simply stunning. The owners Tom & Colleen were extremely responsive, helpful and charming... the house itself has everything you need for a fulfilling lake holiday. The kitchen is well appointed, the beds comfortable, showers good and dining room, lounge and grilling station all on-point for family dinners and movie-nights. We had 4 teens / young adults with us and they loved the whole Clamelot experience. We plan on returning next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing
We just got home from our family vacation and it was amazing! Colleen was wonderful to work with. The home had everything you could need and fun toys for my daughter. The beach was beautiful, sandy, and incredibly safe for my 3 year old to play in. We will remember this trip forever!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Geri G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Torch Lake Family Vacation - wonderful week
The property was very nice and comfortable for our large family. The lake is awesome - so clean and clear - and we had great weather. There were a few stressful issues around the number of visitors we were allowed to host at the house and a concern about filling the septic system. We worked through the issues and had a great time. The owners are very protective of their home and it shows.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tom P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing!!!
Beautiful location! Warm and cozy home! Great place to visit Torch Lake!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brendan T., Northville, MI

Liked: Cleanliness
Clamelot at Torch Lake
The property was fantastic and just as described. We had a wonderful week and will remember the trip forever. We highly recommend this property to anyone looking for lakeside rentals on Torch Lake.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy D., Allegan, MI USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Place
Our family really enjoyed this home, along with the nice big yard and back porch, and big strip of beach. The owners attention to detail and communication was superb We rented a tritoon for the week from Dockside, which is about a block away, great people there as well. We would definitely like to come back some day. Thanks to Colleen and Tom for everything.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mandy F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Don’t pass this place up!
From the moment we booked last fall, we have had nothing short of an incredible experience with our host, Colleen. She has been wonderful in answering our many questions about the property, and also was more than accommodating with some of our special requests. This property is an absolute dream. If you are looking for the “Torch Lake Life” experience, don’t hesitate. Just book it. The cottage is quaint, but the entire kitchen has been re modeled and the cleaners did a fantastic job! Air conditioners are a huge bonus! The property was well stocked with anything you could need during your stay, from kitchen supplies to toys for the kiddos and adults to use while enjoying the lake. The yard and beach at this property are unbelievable. Lots of grass and areas with full sun for tanning, and big cedar trees that give plenty of shade for when you went overboard with the sun. We had a constant breeze off the lake to keep things cool. The beach is incredible. You won’t find this anywhere else! Our toddler spent her entire vacation on that beach- digging, skipping rocks and playing in and out of the waves. There are small rocks right along the shore- perfect for combing through and finding treasures like petoskey stones and lake glass, but once you get out about 4 feet into the lake, the bottom is complete sand. Very rare for the east side of the lake! We were initially concerned about how busy the area might be because of its proximity to the dockside- but the landscaping has made this a completely private place, even with a rock retaining wall to separate this beach from Dockside’s. We’ve stayed in many vacation rentals on Torch, and this, by far, is the absolute best. We can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Erik N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything we wanted!
The property and amenities where terrific. Very friendly owners and made sure all our needs were met. Beautiful beach with lots of water sports. The updated kitchen was fantastic.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Daniel K., Dexter, Michigan, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Torch Lake Treasure
Property has about 200 feet of the best frontage on Torch Lake. Sand beach and a sand bottom with a gentle slope into the water, so would be great for young children. Vintage house that has been updated in the right way. Colleen and Tom are probably the best hosts you will ever find for a property. We had a great stay! The only negative is that all three upstairs bedrooms are connected, so plan for that. The positive is that there are plenty of individual beds, so works well for a large group where sharing beds doesn't work. Also the bedding and towels are high quality. If you can get over the connected bedrooms, you won't find a better property on Torch Lake.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rod G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Get Away
Sometimes prior to an event things get built up so much that the event doesn't meet your expectations - I can say that wasn't the case for this vacation - It met or exceeded our expectations in every way. The owners of this location will go out of their way to make sure you have everything you need to make your stay enjoyable. The home is located on the middle of the east side of the lake, which in our opinion, is the best location on Torch Lake. Dockside restaurant and Butch's Marina are both with in walking distance to the house, which was convenient for lunch/dinner and renting a pontoon boat. Torch Lake is a top 10 lake in the United States. The water is crystal clear. The blue and green colors are amazing. The home comes with plenty of toys - canoes, kayaks, paddle boards, etc. Late night fires by the lake are a must. Our trip included my wife and I, along with our three children who are all in their twenties, along with two of their friends. The seven of us fit comfortable in the house. I could go on and on, but the bottom line is, if you have the opportunity to rent this house - do it!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Chelsea L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing week!
The beach says it all! This property was absolutely perfect as far as location and the fact we had our own private, huge beach area! Colleen was so attentive and wonderful - thank you!

10/10 Excellent

Allie A., Ann Arbor

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect vacation home!
Stayed here on a family vacation (3 generations). The property was picturesque! Sandy beach, sandy lake bottom, amazing yard to play lawn games. Everyone loved the home, from the young children up to the grandparents! Colleen was amazing to communicate with, and would give us ideas for things in the area. An amazing week we had at Clamelot.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Judy P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family vacation
We thoroughly enjoyed our week on Torch Lake at this amazing property! The beach was absolutely perfect for my young grandsons. The water was crystal clear and went out very gradually. The house was sparkling clean and very comfortable. The newly remodeled kitchen is beautiful and had everything we needed. Working with Colleen was a joy. Highly recommend this property. Can’t wait to go back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

8/10 Good

David H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Location on Torch Lake
Clamelot is in an excellent location on Torch Lake and walking distance to the marina. Colleen and Tom (the owners) were very attentive and very easy to communicate with. Clanelot has a nice beach and a good supply of canoes, kayaks, and stand up paddle boards. The house itself is a bit dated and in need of a little TLC. The upstairs bedroom arrange is not traditional.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Abigail E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay at Torch
The absolute best part of this property is the amazing beach area- one of the best we have had after years of going to Torch Lake. The beach was long and sandy and the owners had plenty of outdoor toys to use. The size of the beach also made it feel pretty private. We spent as much time as possible outside and really enjoyed the location. I thought Dockside might get loud, but we didn't really even notice it was there. Great for our small children who love building in the sand and splashing in the water.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Debbie M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful sandy beach & amazing sunsets!
This quaint cottage named Clamelot sits on the most beautiful sandy beach with turquoise water. We launched our boat at Butch's that is right next door to Dockside and then tied up to a mooring buoy in front of the cottage. We boated to the Torch Lake sandbar and also Clam River/Clam Lake. Our granddaughters (ages 4, 5 and 6) loved playing in the shallow water that got gradually deeper. We enjoyed kayaking, snorkeling, frisbee in the water and a water gun fight. We played croquet in the very large grass area. In the evening we enjoyed amazing sunsets and the girls searched the beach shoreline for toads. It was nice to be close enough to walk to Dockside for dinner one night. We visited the Muffin Tin in Alden for breakfast and went to Bellaire a few times to Shorts Brewery, Ruthie's Chicken & Dairy Twist for ice cream and a special anniversary dinner at Terrain Restaurant. The owners Colleen and Tom were very helpful and made sure we had everything we needed. We would love to visit Torch Lake again.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Randy S., South Haven, Michigan

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Torch Lake vacation!
Located on the east side of the lake, this beautiful home was everything we hoped for on our vacation to Torch Lake; great beach, lots of space and all the necessities (fire pit/grill/kayaks/laundry/+more) for a wonderful week. Located close to grocery, ice cream and a good choice of restaurants. Sunsets were always amazing! Would definitely book again! Hosts were also wonderful to work with!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Scott S.

Liked: Cleanliness
shifty
Beautiful beach
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Kacey K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Paradise!
I'm not sure where to begin. Our experience staying at "Clamelot" on Torch Lake was amazing! Our family spent six funfilled days boating, kneeboarding, roasting s'mores over the campfire, watching the amazing sunset and playing outdoor games with our five children. In fact, not once did our kids ask to watch TV. They were so busy enjoying all of the water toys that they played in the water until the sun went down. I even somehow managed to read two books while laying in their amazing hammock beside the beach. "Clamelot" is such a special place and the owners went out of their way to be helpful and answer all of our questions and give us great advice on where to eat and explore . We can't thank them enough for letting us stay in their beautiful cottage. We were so sad to leave, but I have promised our kids that we will return again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Frank P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fun and relaxing
We had a wonderful time! We were 4 families and very comfortable at Clamelot! We enjoyed the lake by day and the beach bonfires at night along with the beautiful sunsets. Plenty of room outdoors for lawn games, floating on the lake, kayaking and relaxing in the hammock. Indoors was very accommodating, we even enjoyed a rainy day of indoor games and sitting under the covered deck. We did not venture into the surrounding towns , instead we cooked and bbq everyday because no one wanted to leave . Colleen was very pleasant to work with for booking and sharing information. Having Dockside next door was great, we packed our towels and walked over for boat rental for a tour of beautiful Torch Lake. We didn’t want to leave, we’ll definitely be back.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Charles S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Torch Lake is spectacular
Colleen & Tom were very responsive, very helpful, and very accommodating. Torch Lake is truly a special place. The gradual, sandy beach entry and almost 200 feet of shoreline are the most amazing parts of Clamelot. The cottage is rustic but worked well for our family of five plus grandparents. We had an amazing eight nights at the cottage and wished we had booked it for longer.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

paul o.

Liked: Cleanliness
Serenity
Being at the house was just a great place to just relax enjoy peace and quiet especially early in. Am.. what a great place and a perfect location
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Mary A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best location ever!
Out of all of the northern Michigan lakes we’ve visited over the last 10 years, Torch is our favorite!! This is our first visit to this lake but won’t be our last. Colleen and her family were very hospitable - they met us for check in and really made us feel welcome! Colleen was great to communicate with - fast to reply and thorough with her responses. The home is exactly as advertised and was a terrific spot for our Summer family reunion! There is so much to do in the area and being on such a beautiful lake kept us all very busy relaxing and having fun. Short’s Brewery, just 10 min down the road in Bellaire, is a must-do (yes, for the whole family!) - as is the ice cream shop on the next block. Right next door to the house is the marina which is super handy and a restaurant - the Dockside- which had great food! They do takeout so you can enjoy a good meal in the peace and quiet of your own space on the lake if you prefer. There were also some really good restaurants in Bellaire that we ordered take out from too. Thank you to Colleen and the Ward family for sharing their special place with us- we loved our vacation and look forward to returning ASAP!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019