The Hideaway of Crooked Lake

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Living area
Private kitchen
Private kitchen
Interior
Private kitchen
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9.8Outstanding
(34 Ratings)
"We stayed here in mid-October and we had a great time! Stephanie the hostess was so quick to respond to any questions or if we needed help! The location was perfect and the décor was so cute! We would..."
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9.8 / 10
Outstanding(34 Ratings)

Cottage in Michigan

4 guests · 1 bedroom · 1 bath

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
High-end valueWell priced for this area

About this cottage rental

Looking for the perfect Northern Michigan escape? Be sure to check out this cozy cottage nestled on a private drive with shared access to Crooked Lake.

The Hideaway is an older cottage full of character with a private backyard and shared access to Crooked Lake. It actually has some fun history behind it and was used as a hideout by bank robbers back when the Mackinaw City bank heist took place. We wanted to keep that historical feel so this place has that traditional lake cottage charm with some modern conveniences that will make your stay more comfortable.

It is located on a small, shared easement close to the main US-31 highway. There are only about 5 houses on Cedar Lane. It is close to the main highway US-31, but is tucked behind a row of trees to help with the noise and privacy. There is a shared access point to Crooked Lake at the end of of the private drive. Kayaks are available for your use, the main bike path is across the road, and marina is in walking distance.

The Hideaway is also conveniently located near Harbor Springs Downtown (10 minute drive), Petoskey (12 minute drive), the Mackinac Bridge (30 miles north), and Mackinac Island Ferry Service (28 miles north).

For summer guests, it’s located close to local marinas, the bike trail, hiking, state parks and much more! For fall and winter guests, it’s located close to orchards, the tunnel of trees, snowmobile trails, and the ski hills.

We were born and raised in Northern Michigan and love all that it has to offer! We can’t wait to host your stay and are more than happy to help with local recommendations.

Amenities

Non-smoking
Pets allowed
Family friendly

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Ratings and reviews

9.8 / 10
Outstanding(34 Ratings)
10 / 10Outstanding·Nov 2025
We stayed here in mid-October and we had a great time! Stephanie the hostess was so quick to respond to any questions or if we needed help! The location was perfect and the décor was so cute! We would definitely recommend this location to our friends!
10 / 10Outstanding·Oct 2025
Clean quaint cottage. Easy communication with the owner. Owner was very responsive. Good location for up north activities and tourist hotspots.
10 / 10Outstanding·Sep 2025
Loved our stay at the Hideaway of Crooked Lake! Very clean with great amenities. We took the kayaks on the lake, enjoyed the firepit area and, of course, the inside of the cabin was great! The host was very thoughtful and quick to respond to messages.
10 / 10Outstanding·Aug 2025
It was delightful! The place was extremely clean, spacious despite the small size, and had everything we could need. (Including a washer and drier in case you didn't pack enough clothes or might want to pack light and just do laundry.) On top of meeting our needs, they provided a handy guide to the area in case we didn't already know it, and a few extra amenities that went above and beyond. A little fire pit in the back, kayaks in the shed, quality internet and good tv options with the Roku. If the weather got too hot or too cold, there was a handy window ac unit, and a cute little stove fireplace in case it got cold. We never needed heat, but that AC was a godsend! The weather was delightful, and Ponshe is always welcoming. We enjoyed the water, walks down to the boathouse, and plenty of stargazing. When we weren't out on the town or exploring little Traverse Bay, we were in the hideaway enjoying a delicious homemade breakfast with goodies from the local Dutch Oven Bakery, and Plath's Meats! Can't wait till next year.

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FAQs

Is parking included with this cottage?

Parking is not specified as an available amenity at The Hideaway of Crooked Lake. 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 The Hideaway of Crooked Lake pet friendly?

Yes! This cottage is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.

What amenities are available at The Hideaway of Crooked Lake?

We found 3 amenities for this rental. This includes non-smoking, pets allowed, and family friendly.


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