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Torch Lake Cottage • Screened-Porch • Walk to Alden • Historic Family Retreat
This is a true Northern Michigan family cottage — built in the early 1900s and cared for by our family for generations. We offer it to a limited number of guests each season who are looking for a peaceful stay on the lake: morning coffee on the porch, long swims, shared meals, and time to settle into the rhythm of the water.
While the cottage retains its historic character, the bathrooms, kitchen, and major systems have been updated over time to ensure comfort for today’s families (one bathroom was redone in 2026). Additional improvements (including refinished wood floors and new pine walls and ceilings in several bedrooms renovated in 2025) — add comfort while preserving the cottage’s original character.
The heart of the cottage is the screened-in porch, open to the lake on three sides. It’s everyone’s favorite place to read, nap, watch Torch's famous “Caribbean blue” bands shift throughout the day, or sip an evening glass of wine as the sunset pours warm light across the water.
Inside, the large, light-filled living room with its stone fireplace is a comfortable gathering place for cooler evenings or rainy days. Bedrooms are cozy and simple, with classic cottage furnishings and antiques.
Outdoors, you’ll find a dock, firepit by the water, lakeside sun deck, and a second patio with grill near the kitchen. Sandy shallows extend out from the shoreline, and a mooring buoy is available for your boat (jet skis are not permitted, out of respect for neighbors and the quiet nature of the area).
The cottage sits among mature trees in a peaceful stretch of privately owned homes, yet the town of Alden — with restaurants, shops, playgrounds, and tennis courts — is just a 15-minute walk away.
This cottage is best suited for - Families and multi-generation groups - Guests who appreciate the charm of an older cottage - Visitors looking for a quiet, residential setting - Those planning to settle in and enjoy the lake for a full week in summer or a shorter stay in the quieter seasons.
It may not be the right fit if you’re looking for - A party atmosphere - A newly built or luxury property - A high-turnover vacation setting
Because this is a family heirloom, we ask guests to treat the property, the lake, and our neighbors with care.
Hotellbekvämligheter
Strand
Strandstolar
Internet
Tillgängligt i fritidshuset: gratis wi-fi
Parkering och transport
Parkering på området
Kök
Brödrost
Diskmaskin
Elektrisk vattenkokare
Grytor och köksredskap
Kaffekvarn
Kylskåp
Mikrovågsugn
Mixer
Pappersservetter
Spishäll
Te-/kaffebryggare
Ugn
Matplats
Matbord
Sovrum
5 sovrum
Bäddsoffa
Lakan tillhandahålls
Badrum
2 badrum
Badkar eller dusch
Handdukar tillhandahålles
Hårtork
Toalettpapper
Tvål
Utrymmen
Eldstad
Matbord
Vardagsrum
Underhållning
Böcker
Smart-tv
Spel
Utomhus
Grill
Terrass
Trädgård
Tvätt
Tvättmaskin
Tvättmöjligheter
Arbetsutrymmen
Kontorsstol
Skrivbord
Komfort
Värme
Husdjur
Inga husdjur tillåts
Anpassning/tillgänglighet
Trägolv i allmänna utrymmen
Rökfritt boende
Tjänster och inrättningar
Strykjärn/strykbräda
Höjdpunkter i området
Bredvid en golfbana
I en by
Nära ett sjukhus
På landet
Vid en sjö
Vid vattnet
Att göra
Bad i närheten
Basket i närheten
Fiske i närheten
Fågelskådning i närheten
Golf i närheten
Kajakpaddling i närheten
Motorbåtsåkning i närheten
Mountainbiking i närheten
Segling i närheten
Tubing i närheten
Vandringsleder/cykelbanor i närheten
Vattenskidåkning i närheten
Vildmarksvandringar i närheten
Vindsurfing i närheten
Vingårdsturer i närheten
Säkerhetsdetaljer
Ingen kolmonoxidvarnare och inga gasdrivna apparater (värden har angett att det inte finns någon kolmonoxidvarnare eller några gasdrivna apparater på boendet)
Rökdetektor (värden har angett att det finns en rökdetektor på boendet)
Förbandslåda
Brandsläckare
Lås med fallkolv
Allmän information
Boyta: 139 kvadratmeter
Trädgård
Liknande boenden
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Husregler
No firearms
No jet skis allowed on the property (out of respect for our neighbors and the peaceful area)
Outside quiet hours: 11 PM – 8 AM
Husdjur
Djur ej tillåtna
Barn och extrasängar
Barn är välkomna.
Evenemang
Inga evenemang tillåts
Rökning tillåten
Rökning förbjuden
Viktig information
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Om området
Denna stuga ligger på landet och vid vattnet i Alden. Vackra naturupplevelser kan du få i området kring Torch Lake och Torch Lake Park. Guntzviller's Spirit of the Woods Museum och Music House Museum är också värda ett besök. Kajakpaddling och vattenskidåkning är utmärkta exempel på vattenaktiviteter tillgängliga i området, och om du föredrar att stanna på land kan du prova på cykling och mountainbiking i närheten. Gå till vår reseguide för Alden
Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 41 min med bil
Restauranger
Shanty Creek Resorts
15 min med bil
Blue Water Bistro & Pizzeria - Torch Lake Pizza
5 min med bil
The Shanty
16 min med bil
Oasis Tavern
20 min med bil
Pearl's New Orleans Kitchen
23 min med bil
Vanliga frågor och svar
Är Torch Lake Cottage • Screened-Porch • Walk to Alden • Historic Family Retreat husdjursvänligt?
Nej, husdjur är inte tillåtna på boendet.
Hur mycket kostar det att parkera vid Torch Lake Cottage • Screened-Porch • Walk to Alden • Historic Family Retreat?
Parkering är tillgänglig på boendet.
Vilka är incheckningstiderna för Torch Lake Cottage • Screened-Porch • Walk to Alden • Historic Family Retreat?
Incheckning börjar 16.00.
Vilken utcheckningstid gäller för Torch Lake Cottage • Screened-Porch • Walk to Alden • Historic Family Retreat?
Utcheckning sker senast klockan 11.00.
Var ligger Torch Lake Cottage • Screened-Porch • Walk to Alden • Historic Family Retreat?
Denna stuga med golfbana i Alden ligger 0,1 km från Torch Lake och 3 km från Torch Lake Park. Grass River Natural Area och Clam River ligger också mindre än en mil härifrån.
Recensioner för Torch Lake Cottage • Screened-Porch • Walk to Alden • Historic Family Retreat
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Gillade: Renlighet, incheckning, kommunikation, plats och annonsens riktighet
family cottage week
We had a great time at this property. Loved the location close to bottom of lake sand bar and not far from Clam lake to water ski.
We enjoyed gathering in the family room area and seating was ample at the large kitchen table. The beds were comfortable and kitchen was well equipped.
Richard M.
Bodde här 7 nätter i juli 2022
Verifierad recension
10/10 Utmärkt
tim c.
1 aug. 2022
Gillade: Renlighet, incheckning, kommunikation, plats och annonsens riktighet
excellent location
beautiful property
tim c.
Bodde här 7 nätter i juli 2022
Verifierad recension
10/10 Utmärkt
Micky A.
5 juli 2025
Gillade: Renlighet, incheckning, kommunikation, plats och annonsens riktighet
Torch lake-Alden rental
Charming cottage within walking distance of Alden Michigan. The place was VERY clean and the kitchen well stocked with all needed utensils and kitchen items!! Bathrooms VERY clean as well and plenty of sitting areas for guests. We had 2 nights with 11 guests and everyone had a bed and extra bedding was provided! Great dock with ample deck chairs and a mooring buoy which held our 24’ master craft boat all week long!
Micky A.
Bodde här 9 nätter i juni 2025
Verifierad recension
8/10 Bra
Nina N.
8 juni 2022
Gillade: Renlighet, incheckning, kommunikation, plats och annonsens riktighet
Cute little place with inviting sun porch. Kitchen was well equipped
Owner was very responsive to requests my renters.
Nina N.
Bodde här 4 nätter i juni 2022
Verifierad recension
8/10 Bra
janet p.
1 aug. 2023
Gillade: Renlighet, incheckning, kommunikation, plats och annonsens riktighet
Beautiful views
We enjoyed our stay at this cozy cottage on Torch Lake. The location was perfect as we spent most days on the water. The cottage was well appointed and comfortable. The views were amazing. Communication with owner was quick and friendly. We would return.
janet p.
Bodde här 7 nätter i juli 2023
Verifierad recension
8/10 Bra
Marie L.
8 juni 2023
Gillade: Renlighet, incheckning, kommunikation, plats och annonsens riktighet
Torch Lake Garden Cottage
Our first VRBO get away with family. Enjoyed the large family room inside and the attached outdoor sunroom where
we could enjoy seeing the lake and watch the sunrise and sunset. We enjoyed our stay, however the bedrooms and bathrooms had a few bug webs on lights and in wall corners, so just not quite as clean as I hoped it would be. Owner is very nice to work with.
Marie L.
Bodde här 3 nätter i juni 2023
Verifierad recension
10/10 Utmärkt
Judi S.
26 juli 2023
Gillade: Renlighet, incheckning, kommunikation, plats och annonsens riktighet
Gardner cottage
We enjoyed our week @ TL immensely. The Gardner cottage has a superb location--steps to the beach and a pleasant walk to Alden. We enjoyed good weather for the most part, tho a bit cooler this year. It was just the two of us this time--no problem settling in. You have thought of everything to supply the Gardner Cottage --such a treat to use the French china! Thanks so very much for your graciousness.
Judi S.
Bodde här 7 nätter i juli 2023
Verifierad recension
2/10 Väldigt dåligt
Carrie M.
6 aug. 2025
Gillade inte: Renlighet, incheckning, kommunikation och annonsens riktighet
Nightmare vacation
The day we checked in we found a live bat in the house. We immediately left and got hotel room. The host could not get pest control out until 2 days later. Pest control found bat droppings throughout the house and verbally told us not to stay at the this house. The host refused to refund any of our money even though we did not sleep there the entire week. We had to get four different hotels rooms for the week. I do not this recommend this cottage to anyone.
Carrie M.
Bodde här 7 nätter i juli 2025
Verifierad recension
10/10 Utmärkt
Amanda S.
20 aug. 2023
Gillade: Renlighet, incheckning, kommunikation, plats och annonsens riktighet
Windows windows and more windows
Wonderful stay in a Torch Lake cabin that was so much more than anticipated. Hidden away off the main road , every room had lake views from big windows, sitting standing or laying down you could see the lake. spacious rooms bigger than expected The porch was THE place to be. Windows galore, with unobstructed views, and great seating or you could be outside on the water deck lounging in chairs. I had planned to visit lots of local lakes , I did very little because I had all I needed right here . Kayaked or walked to lovely Alden village , total relaxation, with a bonus of nighty sunsets. An extra was that it was not like a property bought just to rent, they obviously stay here and leave everything they need , for guests to use , from books, spices, printers , lots of cookware, kayak and more . Very responsive to my questions about restaurants in the area. I like adventures and don’t usually go to the same place twice ,I would come back to this cabin for sure and already looking at availability for next year. this would be an excellent location for a company retreat renting this home along with the property next door.
Amanda S.
Bodde här 7 nätter i augusti 2023
Verifierad recension
10/10 Utmärkt
Carly S.
27 aug. 2025
Gillade: Renlighet, incheckning, kommunikation, plats och annonsens riktighet
We were booked to stay in this cottage, however due to a maintenance issue, Nan reached out a couple of days before and offered us their other cabin, located right next door. She and her family offered to move so that we could stay there and not be disturbed by the maintenance workers. So while I cannot speak to this cabin, I can say that Nan was an excellent host and her property was clean, well-stocked and lovely. Would happily rent either cabin from her again.
Carly S.
Bodde här 4 nätter i augusti 2025
Verifierad recension
10/10 Utmärkt
Jo G.
16 sep. 2022
Gillade: Renlighet, incheckning, kommunikation, plats och annonsens riktighet
location
Beautiful location with amazing sun sets. The home was well stocked with everything you could possibly need. The property manager was very accommodating and wonderful to work with.
Jo G.
Bodde här 3 nätter i september 2022
Verifierad recension
10/10 Utmärkt
Todd E.
25 aug. 2022
Gillade: Renlighet, incheckning, kommunikation, plats och annonsens riktighet
Perfect sunsets, unbelievably close to the water
I have spent summer vacations at Torch my whole life and have never been so close to the lake. The water is great, with the normal rocky shore quickly becoming almost purely sandy swimming area, sloping slowly deeper far beyond the buoy. We saw loons every night at sunset and had wonderful deck and grassy areas to view them while talking.
The weather was great while we were there and we were able to keep the windows open most of the time to enjoy the sounds of the lake. While there are neighbors, it was mostly secluded and all interactions were positive.
The cabin is well equipped and it was easy for everyone to get in and out and relax.
Definitely a great experience!
The owners were very responsive and great to work with, without being intrusive.
Highly recommend staying with them if you have the chance.
Todd E.
Bodde här 7 nätter i augusti 2022
Verifierad recension
10/10 Utmärkt
Aaron P.
16 aug. 2022
Gillade: Renlighet, incheckning, kommunikation, plats och annonsens riktighet
Great time
I think everyone in our group really enjoyed the cottage feel. The location is secluded and hidden away which makes it feel like your in the middle of a forest. Plenty of room for 11 people. We had 2 rainy days which was unfortunate but the size of the living room table and the awesome front porch was perfect for playing cards and games with the kids. The firepit was great for a couple chilly nights. But the best of all is being on the water. You can touch 100-200 yds out from the shore. The dock seems a little flimsy in spots but that would be the only minor complaint. The proximity to Alden, Dockside and Butches Tackle and Marine was convenient as well. Overall, we would definitely return and was a great family vacation spot for our group of 11. The owners are quick to respond if you need to reach them for any reason.
Aaron P.
Bodde här 7 nätter i augusti 2022
Verifierad recension
10/10 Utmärkt
Shelley L.
16 juli 2022
Gillade: Renlighet, incheckning, kommunikation, plats och annonsens riktighet
Beautiful views
Property was right on the lake with beautiful views. Home was very well stocked with everything you need. We only needed to buy our groceries. Owner was very helpful and responsive when we needed her. Highly recommend this home for staying on Torch Lake. We were a group of 9 people and the house accommodated us quite comfortably.