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Torch Lake Cottage • Screened-Porch • Walk to Alden • Historic Family Retreat

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Ett ljust rum med ett stort fönster som vetter mot en sjö eller ett annat vattendrag, inrett med en soffa, stolar och ett bord.
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En terrass vid sjön med ett bord och stolar, en liten båt och en fri utsikt över vattnet och den avlägsna stranden.
Ett rum med stora fönster med utsikt över en lugn sjö, en träterrass utanför och ett bord med stolar inuti.
En stuga vid sjön med en inglasad veranda, utomhusmöbler och utsikt över vattnet.

Recensioner

9,6 av 10,
Enastående

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Om boendet

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.

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Om området

Denna stuga ligger på landet och vid vattnet i Alden. Twisted Fish Gallery och Guntzviller's Spirit of the Woods Museum tillhör de kulturella höjdpunkterna, och bland områdets sevärdheter hittar du Elk Rapids District Library och Historic Elk Rapids Town Hall. Kajakpaddling och vattenskidåkning är utmärkta exempel på vattenaktiviteter tillgängliga i området, och om du föredrar att stanna på land kan du prova på cykelturer och cykling i närheten. Gå till vår reseguide för Alden
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Alden, MI

I närheten

  • Ett flygbildsbild av ett turkosfärgat hav med båtar som ligger ankrade nära stranden.
    Torch Lake
    1 min till fots - 0.1 km
  • En stilla sjö omgiven av träd och en klar, blå himmel.
    Torch Lake Park
    4 min med bil - 4.3 km
  • En strand med ett fyrtorn, höstfärgade träd och en molnig himmel.
    Traverse City Beach
    31 min med bil - 43.6 km
  • En brygga med flera båtar förtöjda längs sidan, en träpir och byggnader i bakgrunden.
    Front Street
    36 min med bil - 49.0 km
  • En linbana med passagerare, med höstfärgade träd som bakgrund.
    Boyne Mountain
    42 min med bil - 69.7 km

Ta sig runt

  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 41 min med bil

Restauranger

  • Shanty Creek Resorts
    15 min med bil
  • Oasis Tavern
    20 min med bil
  • Johnny's Torch Riviera
    10 min med bil
  • Coffee Bar
    16 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. Thayer lake och Grass River Natural Area ligger också mindre än en mil härifrån.

Recensioner

Recensioner för Torch Lake Cottage • Screened-Porch • Walk to Alden • Historic Family Retreat

9,6

Enastående

9,2

Renlighet

10

Läge
10 - Fantastiskt i betyg. 16 av 21 recensioner
8 - Bra i betyg. 5 av 21 recensioner
6 - Okej i betyg. 0 av 21 recensioner
4 - Dåligt i betyg. 0 av 21 recensioner
2 - Väldigt dåligt i betyg. 0 av 21 recensioner

Recensioner

Verifierad recension

10/10 Utmärkt

Gillade: Renlighet, incheckning, kommunikation, plats och annonsens riktighet
The cottage on Torch Lake was just as advertised! It was very clean and comfortable. The common spaces were great as was the view. Nan was very responsive to questions we had. It was nice being able to walk into Alden.
Bodde här 7 nätter i juli 2026
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8/10 Bra

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.
Bodde här 7 nätter i juli 2022
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10/10 Utmärkt

Gillade: Renlighet, incheckning, kommunikation, plats och annonsens riktighet

excellent location

beautiful property
Bodde här 7 nätter i juli 2022
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8/10 Bra

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.
Bodde här 4 nätter i juni 2022
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8/10 Bra

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.
Bodde här 7 nätter i juli 2023
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10/10 Utmärkt

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!
Bodde här 9 nätter i juni 2025
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8/10 Bra

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.
Bodde här 3 nätter i juni 2023
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10/10 Utmärkt

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.
Bodde här 4 nätter i augusti 2025
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10/10 Utmärkt

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.
Bodde här 7 nätter i juli 2023
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10/10 Utmärkt

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.
Bodde här 7 nätter i augusti 2023
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10/10 Utmärkt

Gillade: Renlighet, incheckning, kommunikation, plats och annonsens riktighet
This is one of the best cottages we have stayed at. Everything was just as pictured. We would recommend this to anyone and we will be staying again.
Bodde här 3 nätter i juni 2026
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10/10 Utmärkt

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.
Bodde här 3 nätter i september 2022
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10/10 Utmärkt

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.
Bodde här 7 nätter i augusti 2022
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10/10 Utmärkt

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.
Bodde här 7 nätter i augusti 2022
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10/10 Utmärkt

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.
Bodde här 7 nätter i juli 2022