Torch Lake Exceptional Lakefront Cottage and Guest House - with Sandy Beach
About this cottage rental
Nestled in Torch Lake, this attractive cottage for $625 per night is a fantastic option for your next vacation. Located on breathtakingly beautiful Torch Lake, this non-smoking property has been owned by the same family since the late 1800's. The cottage features natural wood interiors, two wood burning fireplaces, shelves of books, gorgeous views of the lake, coziness, and simplicity. Equally suitable for families with young children or older couples, it comfortably sleeps six people in the cottage plus four more in the Guest House. We have 150 feet of lakefront, including a sandy beach, a private dock, boat hoist, and mooring buoy. The lake's sandy bottom is shallow for a fair distance, making it ideal for children and adults. The cottage sits at the end of a private road in a secluded setting thick with mature trees. Its location on the east side of the lake affords spectacular views of the setting sun, especially from the large open air deck which overlooks the lake, and the near-constant lull of water lapping at the shore. There is also a smaller private deck, complete with a hammock swing (one of several on the property), off the master suite. Note: all three bathrooms were completely renovated in 2021! TORCH LAKE was named the third most beautiful lake in the world by National Geographic Magazine. The water is so clear you can see the sandy bottom all the way out to the 'drop-off.' On sunny days, the lake has ribbons of turquoise color that are reminiscent of the Caribbean. Torch is the largest lake in Michigan (19 miles long and about two miles wide) and is part of a chain of lakes which allows boating from Elk Rapids to Bellaire. For a good overview and some great pictures, you can look up the article "Torch Lake is Michigan's own slice of the Caribbean." A 15-minute stroll takes you to the small and charming village of ALDEN. It has one of Torch Lake's four public boat ramps, a number of restaurants (both casual and fine cuisine), art galleries, a variety of shops, a playground, a public tennis court, and a library. Green woods and broad fields extend out from the town, offering great cycling and walking. Popular tourist destinations such as Traverse City, Charlevoix, the Leelanau Peninsula, and Petoskey are all within an hour's drive. Should you choose to venture further afield, Interlochen National Music Camp (offering excellent concerts), Sleeping Bear Sand Dunes, Mackinac Island, or Hartwick Pines are well worth visiting. Because the cottage is a family heirloom, we request great care and consideration from our renters. We also ask that you be very respectful of our neighbors – the cottage is in a residential (not rental) area. For that reason, we don't allow jet skis in order to preserve the peace. Thank you for your understanding! Note that we also own the cottage next door (VRBO #2452978, built by my grandmother's brother). You could consider that cottage if this one is already booked or, if you have a very large group, you might combine the rentals – a "family compound" that could accommodate up to 20 people. Keywords: Cottage
Amenities
Kitchen / Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony / Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Garden
Family friendly
Map of Torch Lake, MI
Reviews
4.6/5.0
Outstanding(65 Reviews)
5.0
The house, property, and views are beautiful! It felt like home in the best way and had all the amenities we needed including a variety of water toys. I will return as often as I can!
4.0
The lake access, deck and beach area are great at this property. The house is nestled within some gorgeous trees and ferns, great views!
4.0
Overall, we had a wonderful week on Torch lake and the house was passable. Thank you to Nan who was extremely pleasant, available, and helped us check in early and get access to the water toys which were locked up.
The good: Access to the lake is excellent, the beach area is nice, and the outdoor deck area has a great view of the lake. It is nice to sit on for coffee etc. The house is pretty and rustic and the Wi-Fi was good. Beds were comfortable.
The not as good: The house is partially updated and has very old bones as advertised. It is also well used as a rental. The kitchen appliances, instruments, and dishware would belong more in a much less expensive rental. There were a number of cleanliness issues. The well water smells strongly of sulfur. The master bathroom shower curtain was totally molded with black mold. In the kitchen pantry there was a waffle maker with previously cooked waffles left in it for months, covered in a smelly moldy slime. The bushes and ferns around the house are quite impressive and frankly need to be trimmed back. There are a few safety issues which were present. The stone walkways are all covered in moss and very slippery as described in the welcome packet. I slipped carrying a couple of bags and injured my pride. The dock has a broken board that is dangerous. There are ant and spider friends inside and out. We had two days near 90° and temperatures in the house were really unmanageable despite numerous fans and everything being open.
5.0
We were a group of two families with four teenagers (14-17) and a child under 10; we all enjoyed every minute of our stay. Nan is highly responsive to any issue and the property is lovely in a great location on the lake.
We spent the vast majority of our time on the lake, beach or deck. The cabin gave the teen girls a place to stay with more independence and their own bathroom.
At the end of our vacation, all the teenagers told us they want to come back because there was so much to do. If you are on the fence, book it; you'll really enjoy your stay.
5.0
This was the second time that we have stayed at this property and we loved it!! The location is absolutely beautiful, perfect for sunsets and moonsets. The cottage is thoughtfully equipped. The lovely family room stocks a cupboard of board games and puzzles. The master bed was really comfortable and combined with the peace and lakeside tranquility helped us have the most restful nights sleep. The owner was most helpful and made staying here a delight.
5.0
Had my family vacation at this beautiful property. Everything was perfect. Home is very clean and the kitchen has everything you could ask for. The private beach area was our favorite,new beach chairs were available for us to use. Portable fireplace was very nice.plenty of swings and patio furniture for my family of 10. It's was a bit chilly but we still had a great time. Sunsets are beautiful and seem like they last for hours! Best vation ever!
5.0
This cottage was amazing! The views were breaktaking, the house was perfect, and the owner is extremely responsive and helpful! I will absolutely book here again when returning to Torch Lake!
5.0
Bathrooms were all just renovated, but they were very small. Kitchen was very well supplied. The guest house was very nice. The deck was a very nice to sit out on in the mornings and the evenings. We used the beach area too, even though there had been a bad storm before we got there we were still able to use it. Lots of living, and dining space and windows with the view of the lake. We had cool mornings and cool evenings, there is no air conditioning which could be an issue in the heat of the summer. There were plenty of fans that were in all the bedrooms. We enjoyed our stay for sure! Nan was available when we needed to get in touch with here before the trip and during our stay!
5.0
This gem on the lake combines the sense of happy history you get from, say Edison's grandparents' house at Greenfield Village--with space, comfy furniture, and board games and books. We can vouch that the piano works for everything from Chopin to Elton John, so take a pianist if you can. The house smells like good old wood and cozy fires. We put the charming and handy kitchen through its paces, the baths are new and pretty, the common areas are gracious. The place has been accumulating its own spirit for a long time. If you are looking for something miles beyond the cliched beach house with Live, Love, Laugh signs on the walls, I highly recommend this cottage-house. It's a true Place.
5.0
Great location, the outdoor s pace is incredible, great sunsets
5.0
This classic cottage was a great place for our family to spend a return visit to Torch Lake. We had a wonderful stay - enjoying the beautiful lake and all of the cottage's outdoor space, including a boat dock/hoist, deck perfectly placed to watch the sunsets, sandy beach and shady lawn with picnic table and hammocks. The location is perfect for privacy, quiet and a walk into Alden. Our adult children loved staying in the guest house - a charming spot just steps from the cottage with a brand new bathroom. The main cottage had everything we needed for great family time (and the two new bathrooms are fabulous)! Nan was a pleasure to work with. We can't wait to return!
5.0
Our stay was great over the 4th! Close boat ride to the sandbar and we loved traveling the Torch River to Elk Lake. We walked into town a couple of mornings for the best breakfast and coffee at the Muffin Tin. We also visited Elk Rapids…such a cute downtown!
The cabin is rustic and offers all the up north charm one would expect in Michigan! We all slept great throughout the week. The beds were comfy (I always worry about that when we rent) and peaceful mornings on the deck. Everything was clean and fresh towels were on the bed upon arrival.
The owner was extremely responsive and easy to contact!
Thank you for a great week!
5.0
Lovely cottage on the East side of the lake, great for sunsets. Cottage has some recent upgrades but still maintains the "Old" charm. Nice large deck overlooking the water with a small beach area for swimming and evening campfires for making smores. Located within walking distance to park, tennis/pickleball courts and Alden for a nice ice cream treat. This was our third stay and will always consider it for future visits to the area.
5.0
We had a good time despite the less than desirable weather which was no ones fault. Furnishings inside the house were good. Loved the big dining room table. Outside deck and beach were very nice. Children did get a bit of swimmers itch, but again no ones fault. Wish someone could come up with a solution for that!! We love vacationing in Michigan. Made a lot of good memories.
5.0
When we arrived at the property, we were shocked at how beautiful and peaceful it was. I’d love to live in a home like this. The landscaping was so gorgeous. It is nestled in the woods on the lake and though there are other houses, it feels so private. It is right on the lake and has amazing views of the sunset.
The house was perfectly clean and had all the amenities and items we needed for our stay from cooking in the kitchen to playing in the water to extra blankets for the beds.
The hosts communicated very well with us and always responded very quickly. They were very accommodating to us and our needs.
I am excited to return to this house and stay again! The town was wonderful and had everything we needed as well. We also loved the beach that was just a few feet away. I can’t say enough good things about our stay.
5.0
Just what our family was looking for! Great beach location and cozy cabin. Wonderful stay.
5.0
My three sisters and I spent three days at Torch Lake. Beautiful cottage. It has a small kitchen but it had everything we needed to cook. The nearby grocery was wonderful! The location of the house is great. We could walk to town easily to shop and eat lunch. Will definitely return
5.0
This was a lovely cottage with a great location, we would highly recommend this to others.
4.0
Owner was very responsive and helpful. Great location on a beautiful lake.
5.0
Owner was very helpful and cooperative
5.0
The vintage style cottage is adorable. The views are beautiful of Torch Lake. We enjoyed walking to town for breakfast down a path near the cabin. The location is great .We dined in Bellaire, Elk Rapids, Traverse City and then visited Sleeping Bear Dunes National Park. This location was great to be centrally located. We also spent several days out boating the beautiful lakes . Nan was very responsive as a host.
5.0
Short boat ride to the sand bar, short walk to Alden, great deck for relaxing, owners were very friendly and easy to work with, there was a minor problem with the plumbing and it was taken care of immediately, we rented a boat for the week and would highly recommend that, friendly neighbors, plenty of parking space, kids loved the pad they could swim to and jump off in the lake, plenty of kitchen supplies (sometimes too many when trying to find what you need), this house provided everything our family needed to have a great time!
5.0
We stayed with our extended family in early June. The cottage is historic and rustic, and as such has some quirks. The bathrooms in particular could use updating. Overall, the cottage had exactly the old-fashioned historic feel that we were looking for. The beds were comfortable, and we were able to get the temperature right. The kid's out-cottage was OK, it was a little musty but the kids didn't mind. We cooked most meals at the cottage and the kitchen had everything we needed. As noted, the electric oven was tough to get set correctly, but we made it work.
The lake access was amazing, the firepit near the beach was fun, and we were able to make good use of the boat lift. We enjoyed our week! As long as you realize that this is an old, historic cottage and prepare yourself for that, you won't be disappointed.
We highly recommend hiking at the nearby natural area, that was a highlight of our week.
5.0
We really enjoyed our stay. We've rented a number of cottages over the past 30 years, so we have experience with what to expect, and this definitely met our expectations.
Nice large rooms for socializing, and the master bedroom is really large too.
Kitchen was well equipped and they have a very nice outdoor grill as well.
5.0
Beautiful property; charming older cottage; perfect location. Everyone from age 4 to 65 had a great time.
Nancy G
4.0
The property is as advisertised, a long time family owned cottage. It has many comforts and a large dining table that seats 13 or so. We brought up all are food and only went out for dinner the last night. I prepared the food in the kitchen, although a little small has a great view. It does have all the utensils needed to complete the meal. There are few different places to hang out during the day, the beach side, deck and dock. So that different ages of the family can feel they have their own space. It may seem a bit expensive, but it is inline with the Torch Lake rentals, and if the kitchen is utilized the value is well worth it!
FAQs
How much does this cottage cost compared to others in Torch Lake?
The average price for a rental in Torch Lake is $388 per night. This rental is $237 above the average.
Is parking included with this cottage?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Torch Lake Exceptional Lakefront Cottage and Guest House - with Sandy Beach. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this cottage?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this cottage. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Torch Lake Exceptional Lakefront Cottage and Guest House - with Sandy Beach pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this cottage is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Torch Lake Exceptional Lakefront Cottage and Guest House - with Sandy Beach?
We found 10 amenities for this rental. This includes kitchen / kitchenette, internet / wifi, fireplace, parking, and laundry.
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