A Short's Walk - Sandy Lakefront with Spa / Hot Tub and Kayaks!
Cottage in Elk Rapids, MI
10 guests · 4 bedrooms · 2 baths
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
Well priced for this locationProperty prices in this area are generally higher
About this cottage rental
This 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.
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.
Amenities
Pets allowed
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
Hot tub or spa
TV
Garden
Map of Elk Rapids, MI
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Ratings and reviews
8.0 / 10.0
This cottage is a great property and very accessible from the main town. Respite abounds here complete with amazing sunrise skies and tranquil starry nights. The local property manager was excellent. A return reservation is planned.
10.0 / 10.0
We loved it here. Great house, comfy beds. Private beach and kayaks. Perfect!
10.0 / 10.0
House has very clean and thoughtfully stocked. Excellent location with a quick walk to Shorts Brewery. Beautiful beach “Old Sun Bather Beach” was a short walk, but across a four lane highway, too fast for small children walking on a curve. Lake view is very nice, quiet amd secluded. Kayaks were fun for kids. Downtown is quant and good food choices. Wish the home had air conditioning. Family had fun!
10.0 / 10.0
We had a fabulous visit! The location of this house is perfect, with a small calm lake right out the back door and the big beautiful bay just a couple minutes walk. It has everything you need and more!
10.0 / 10.0
Our family enjoyed everything about this house and the location. Walking distance to the beach on Grand Traverse Bay, Walking distance to downtown Elk Rapids. Several restaurants within walking distance. House was very secluded in the woods next to a beautiful lake. We used the kayaks provided every day. The boys used the hot tub. Beds were extremely comfortable. The house does not have AC, but we ran the fans provided and slept very comfortably. Kitchen was really nice and updated. This place has everything you need for a great vacation stay. We will definitely be back.
10.0 / 10.0
Beautiful lake. Quiet. It was nice to use the kayaks and floats in the lake. House worked well too. Plenty of towels, soap, toilet paper, etc. We enjoyed our stay. House is close to the town of Elk Rapids. Nice location.
10.0 / 10.0
We enjoyed our time here and access to the lake, kayaks, bikes, etc. Hot tub wasn't functioning properly but our contact was on it! She was also very responsive in general. Thanks for a great visit--we love Elk Rapids!
10.0 / 10.0
This is one of our family's favorite spots for the summer! The house was super clean and had everything that we needed for our stay. We can't wait to get back next year!
10.0 / 10.0
Great family time, loved the kayaks and location.
10.0 / 10.0
Waking up to the waterview and casting a line in the mornings was wonderful. Lake was warm, and the beaches were close. Elk rapids is a great town.
10.0 / 10.0
The house was absolutely perfect for my friends and I (4 of us total) to spend a weekend on the lake. The beds are all amazingly comfortable, and the hot tub became a nightly ritual of winding down before going to bed! Would absolutely love to be a guest again sometime!!! :)
10.0 / 10.0
Where to start. This place is amazing. We have rented 10 or so cabins in that part of michigan and this place is by far the best. Best and most comfortable beds, the lake is amazing. We used the hot tub and kayaks every day. Had loons on the lake and babcat even paid us a visit!!! Great location!
10.0 / 10.0
Overall a very nice place, only one hiccup but tabitha was AMAZING about it!
10.0 / 10.0
Quiet, private, beautiful! Would love to come back and kayak at sunrise again! Loved it!
10.0 / 10.0
Long weekend getaway for my daughter and myself. Property was clean and beautiful! Tabitha was so easy to communicate with! We had a wonderful time and I would highly recommend!!
10.0 / 10.0
This property is at a great location, right on the Bass Lake, and Lake Michigan is just across the street. The local property manager, Tabitha, is awesome, very responsive and helpful. The beds are comfortable. The dinnerware is plastic and minimalistic; it would have been much better to have real dinnerware. But, all in all we had a good stay.
10.0 / 10.0
The place is amazing and the manager got back super fast with any questions I had. So spotless and comfy. Recommend to everyone. I really needed the rest so peaceful and beautiful.
10.0 / 10.0
Adorable cottage! Clean, well appointed, comfortable beds, great view and close walk to Shorts! Just what we needed for a weekend getaway with friends!
10.0 / 10.0
Loved the location! Beautiful views, and peaceful area. Very clean place, cozy, and had everything we needed. We’ll definitely be back!
10.0 / 10.0
This house felt very scluded, yet was really close to town and little shops when u felt like getting out to explore. The lake veiw right outside the kitchen and living room was amazing. We really loved it because we like to bird watch and there was plenty of them hanging out on the water. We had an issue with the back porch light the very first night and they came right out and changed the bulbs for us. Tabitha is very sweet and easy to get ahold of. The house was very clean and cozy and the hot tub was really nice to relax in before curling up and watching a movie. We hope to be back in the summer when we can use the beach and hang out outside more.
10.0 / 10.0
We had a great time. Great location, pretty fall foliage, nice house, close to Traverse City, Poteskey and Leelanau Michigan. Oh yeah, Shorts Brewery in walking distance. Kayaking was fun. We would do this location again. Thanks much in making our trip a success.
FAQs
How much does this cottage cost compared to others in Elk Rapids?
The average price for a rental in Elk Rapids is $380 per night. This rental is $78 less expensive than the average.
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 10 amenities for this rental. This includes pets allowed, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, fireplace, and laundry.
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