A Short's Walk - Sandy Lakefront with Spa / Hot Tub and Kayaks!

Top rated by guests
OVERVIEW:  The new year-round hot tub with Bass Lake and the private lakefront in the background
DINING AREA:  In-between the kitchen and the living room is a small dining area and cozy chair that's in front of the television.
KITCHEN:  Newly remodeled and features a gas stove and stovetop, refrigerator, microwave oven, dishwasher, Keurig coffee maker, toaster, island with sink, barstools, lots of counter space and cabinets, and a good supply of cooking & dining utensils.
KITCHEN:  Newly remodeled and features a gas stove and stovetop, refrigerator, microwave oven, dishwasher, Keurig coffee maker, toaster, island with sink, barstools, lots of counter space and cabinets, and a good supply of cooking & dining utensils.
KITCHEN:  Newly remodeled and features a gas stove and stovetop, refrigerator, microwave oven, dishwasher, Keurig coffee maker, toaster, island with sink, barstools, lots of counter space and cabinets, and a good supply of cooking & dining utensils.
review stars
9.8Outstanding
(75 Ratings)
"Love this place! Wonderful view, quiet, relaxing. Would stay again! Location is easy to get to everything you need."
Kristen K.
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9.8 / 10
Outstanding(75 Ratings)

Cottage in Elk Rapids, MI

10 guests · 3 bedrooms · 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

A Short's Walk is a gorgeous newly remodeled home right on Bass Lake in hip and trendy Elk Rapids! It includes a private sandy lakefront, large lakefront deck, NEW YEAR-ROUND SPA / HOT TUB, 2 kayaks, 2 bikes, a bonfire ring, a 1-car garage, and a gas grill. Plus high-speed Wi-Fi and live streaming television! Gorgeous lakeviews from inside! Grassy yard for kids. Washer and dryer. Also just a short approx. 150 yard walk from the famous Short's Brewery where you can drink and relax!


NEIGHBORHOOD:

The home is just outside of downtown Elk Rapids on Bass Lake. It is very close (approx. 150 yards) from the famous Short's Brewery in Elk Rapids, where you can dine and enjoy Short's famous beers. It's just a short drive (less than 5 minutes) to downtown Elk Rapids, which has a fun collection of shops, restaurants, cafes, and bars. There's also a very nice beach on Lake Michigan at the end of the downtown area.

Outside of Elk Rapids, the cottage is close to the famous Torch Lake, Traverse City, Charlevoix, and Petoskey, all of which provide a myriad of things to do and see.


GUEST ACCESS:

Guests have access to the entire house, including the garage.


PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING:

(1) HOT TUB: To keep the hot tub clean, smoking of any kind is strictly prohibited while in the hot tub. If the hot tub is left excessively dirty, guests will be charged for draining, cleaning, and refilling the hot tub.

(2) FIREPLACE: Please note that guests are not permitted to use the indoor wood fireplace.

(3) PET POLICY: Up to 2 dogs are permitted at the property. If bringing 1 to 2 dogs, please make certain that they are included on the reservation and that the pet fee is appropriately paid. More than 3 dogs is strictly prohibited and any pets other than dogs are also strictly prohibited.

(4) AIR CONDITIONING: Please note that the property does NOT have air conditioning. As such, it may get warm in the house during the summer if it is warm outside.

(5) NUMBER OF GUESTS: Please note that our pricing is based upon the number of guests, with pricing being higher with each additional guest that is included on the reservation. Please make certain that the correct number of guests is specified on the reservation so that the pricing is correct.

(6) EARLY CHECK-IN: Our policy is to allow early check-in on the day of arrival if the property is available for check-in. We will not know until the day before arrival whether or not the property will be available for early check-in or not. You can check with our local property manager the day before arrival or on your arrival day to see if the property will be available for early check-in or not.

(7) LATE CHECK-OUT: We maintain a very strict and structured cleaning schedule. As such, late check-outs are strictly prohibited.

Amenities

Non-smoking
Pets allowed
Family friendly

Map of Elk Rapids, MI


Ratings and reviews

9.8 / 10
Outstanding(75 Ratings)
10 / 10Outstanding·Jun 2026
Love this place! Wonderful view, quiet, relaxing. Would stay again! Location is easy to get to everything you need.
10 / 10Outstanding·May 2026
Location is very convenient. Beautiful views from the home. We would definitely stay here again.
10 / 10Outstanding·Apr 2026
This was a great stay for me, my partner and my two dogs. It was stunningly beautiful on the lake. Even in the cold weather, we really enjoyed the views and the hot tub. The home had pretty much everything we needed and was well thought out. Highly recommend!
6 / 10Average·May 2026
As advertised everything functioned. Bed was comfortable. Although the living room furniture is in poor condition

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FAQs

Is parking included with this cottage?

Parking is not specified as an available amenity at A Short's Walk - Sandy Lakefront with Spa / Hot Tub and Kayaks!. 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 A Short's Walk - Sandy Lakefront with Spa / Hot Tub and Kayaks! 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 A Short's Walk - Sandy Lakefront with Spa / Hot Tub and Kayaks!?

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


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