Spacious home w/ guest cabins for family retreat. Near Torch Lake & Elk Lake.
House in Elk Lake, MI
6 guests · 7 bedrooms · 4 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
Top-tier experienceOne of the higher cost properties in the area
About this house rental
"Great Escape" is the perfect name for this home. There is relaxation and tons of country fun at this terrific, private location just off Lake Skegemog in the Rapid City/Elk Rapids area. The Great Escape was originally an up north camp in the mid-1960s/70s and now is a wonderful northern retreat. Take your family back to when kids played outside and grown-ups relaxed on the porch sipping iced tea on a warm summer day. Featuring a total of 3 bedrooms and 3-1/2 bathrooms in the main house. You can bring the entire family with an additional 2 rustic bunk houses outside that are great for the kids or adventurous adults. Two-level house. Sleeps 6. (New kitchen summer 2022)
1 king pillow top, 1 twin, and 1 queen on the upper level and 1 full and a sofa bed on the main level in the main house. There is also window air conditioning on the upper level. 5 bunks (10 twins) in the Eagle bunk house. The Fox bunkhouse has a queen mattress and window air conditioning. No bathrooms in the bunkhouses. Direct TV/DVD, and high-speed internet.
Situated on 2 grassy acres it is perfect for outdoor games (yard games are provided), there is a mini baseball field and a badminton court. Also included are a slackline and a small climbing wall for the little athletes in your family. Roast marshmallows on the fire pit at night under the clear northern skies. There are 2 grills provided for big family picnics and 3 hammocks for napping. Relax under the shade of tall trees or stretch out on a blanket. This is how a vacation should feel. Shower outdoors under the stars too in the outdoor shower. Walk out to the huge covered porch with Adirondack chairs and enough room to eat outdoors.
Walk 1/4 mile to Lake Skegemog access. It is 3 miles to Elk Lake access and 6 miles to Torch Lake access. Drive about 15 minutes to Elk Rapids, 18 miles to Horse Show, and 1/2 hour to Traverse City .
Pets welcome. Guests must clean up after their pets. No smoking. Window air conditioner upstairs only.
-- THE PROPERTY --
Sleeps 6.
Bedroom 1: king bed || Bedroom 2: queen bed || Bed 3: double bed
Two bunk houses with bunk beds and a queen bed.
OUTDOORS: Deck/patio, Grill, Lawn/garden, Outdoor play area, Badminton, Climbing wall, Hammock, Firepit, Mini baseball field, Outdoor games, Outdoor shower, Porch, Near lake, Exceptional views
INDOORS: WiFi, Board games, Flat panel TV, DVD player, CD player, Stereo system, Fireplace
KITCHEN: Coffee maker, Dishes & utensils, Dishwasher, Microwave, Oven, Pantry items, Refrigerator, Stove, Toaster, Dining table, Kitchen island, Cookware, Spices
GENERAL: Washer & dryer, Linens & towels, Window A/C, Fans, Smoke alarms, Heating
PARKING: 7 spaces
-- POLICIES –
- Pets allowed with fee
- No smoking
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Must be at least 18 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Cancellation: For reservations between Memorial Day and Labor Day, cancellations must be received at least 90 days prior to arrival in order for a full refund to be issued. No refunds will be issued for cancellations received less than 90 days prior to arrival. For off-season reservations, cancellations must be received at least 30 days prior to arrival. No refunds will be issued for cancellations received less than 30 days prior to arrival.
1 king pillow top, 1 twin, and 1 queen on the upper level and 1 full and a sofa bed on the main level in the main house. There is also window air conditioning on the upper level. 5 bunks (10 twins) in the Eagle bunk house. The Fox bunkhouse has a queen mattress and window air conditioning. No bathrooms in the bunkhouses. Direct TV/DVD, and high-speed internet.
Situated on 2 grassy acres it is perfect for outdoor games (yard games are provided), there is a mini baseball field and a badminton court. Also included are a slackline and a small climbing wall for the little athletes in your family. Roast marshmallows on the fire pit at night under the clear northern skies. There are 2 grills provided for big family picnics and 3 hammocks for napping. Relax under the shade of tall trees or stretch out on a blanket. This is how a vacation should feel. Shower outdoors under the stars too in the outdoor shower. Walk out to the huge covered porch with Adirondack chairs and enough room to eat outdoors.
Walk 1/4 mile to Lake Skegemog access. It is 3 miles to Elk Lake access and 6 miles to Torch Lake access. Drive about 15 minutes to Elk Rapids, 18 miles to Horse Show, and 1/2 hour to Traverse City .
Pets welcome. Guests must clean up after their pets. No smoking. Window air conditioner upstairs only.
-- THE PROPERTY --
Sleeps 6.
Bedroom 1: king bed || Bedroom 2: queen bed || Bed 3: double bed
Two bunk houses with bunk beds and a queen bed.
OUTDOORS: Deck/patio, Grill, Lawn/garden, Outdoor play area, Badminton, Climbing wall, Hammock, Firepit, Mini baseball field, Outdoor games, Outdoor shower, Porch, Near lake, Exceptional views
INDOORS: WiFi, Board games, Flat panel TV, DVD player, CD player, Stereo system, Fireplace
KITCHEN: Coffee maker, Dishes & utensils, Dishwasher, Microwave, Oven, Pantry items, Refrigerator, Stove, Toaster, Dining table, Kitchen island, Cookware, Spices
GENERAL: Washer & dryer, Linens & towels, Window A/C, Fans, Smoke alarms, Heating
PARKING: 7 spaces
-- POLICIES –
- Pets allowed with fee
- No smoking
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Must be at least 18 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Cancellation: For reservations between Memorial Day and Labor Day, cancellations must be received at least 90 days prior to arrival in order for a full refund to be issued. No refunds will be issued for cancellations received less than 90 days prior to arrival. For off-season reservations, cancellations must be received at least 30 days prior to arrival. No refunds will be issued for cancellations received less than 30 days prior to arrival.
Amenities
Air conditioner
Pets allowed
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Garden
Family friendly
Map of Elk Lake, MI
££££
Ratings and reviews
10.0 / 10.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
This is the second time we have stayed at the Great Escape and it was just as great as the first time! Kitchen is renovated and well equipped. Beds comfortabe and plenty of linens provided. Massive yards for playing any sport you can think of! Highly recommend!
8.0 / 10.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was more than helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
I was more than happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Fantastic front porch and kitchen. Tons of on property activities, board games and fun. Skegemog access walkable and better water than expected. Amplespace including bedrooms and bathrooms for a party of 8 with constant visitors. Would suggest better insect control as ants and earwigs are quite prevalent in the house. A bit overpriced (probably higher due to bed count) as not on the water.
10.0 / 10.0
We were in the Elk Lake area for a long-awaited family reunion. We have family members with a house on the lake nearby, so were already familiar with the area.
The house went beyond expectations with a mix of lovely updated features (particularly the kitchen which is stocked with excellent cooking supplies) and cozy old-school camp style. The house is full of books (classics from Hemingway through Harry Potter), board games (lots of current strategy games) and cozy hang out nooks in and out of the house. The front porch is a great spot any time of day to sit in the Adirondack chairs and watch the sunrise, spot the deer in the field across the street or eat at the picnic table.
There is no wifi which can be tricky for those like me with limited data or my husband who had to keep working while on our trip. There is an excellent public library in Elk Rapids with good wifi and an excellent, helpful staff.
The house is not on the water but Elk Rapids has a great public beach right in town with free parking and easy access. A lot of the beach is sandy in the water but wearing water shoes are a good idea for avoiding the occasional sharp or slippery rocks and shells.
Thank you for a great week!
10.0 / 10.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was adequately helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We rented this home for 3 families visiting from Australia and Ohio. The facilities were perfect for our needs. We had 6 adults, 2 older teens and two younger children.Our only problem was around the communication with the rental agent. We received specific instructions, the day before the rental, telling us that there was a key safe and giving us the combination. We spent quite some time searching for the key safe and then discovered that the back door was unlocked and the key was on the kitchen bench. Also, we were told that there would be no supplies in the rental. We made a trip to the supermarket before hand and spent several hundred dollars purchasing everything from salt & pepper to paper towels only to find when entering the property that it was well stocked and we only needed to top up the supplies.All up, we would be thrilled to stay in this property again on our next trip.
10.0 / 10.0
The house was really great! The home is located on a quiet street that dead ends at the lake. We didn't spend too much time there, but we walked to the end of the road and our boys took an impromptu swim. Note- there isn't much beach area.
The front porch was fantastic. We enjoyed morning coffee and an evening glass of wine watching the many deer just across the road. My children had a great time in the hammock swings. We also enjoyed the many yard activities, and wish we had more time to just enjoy the house/yard!
The interior of the house was also great. The kitchen is beautifully redone and we enjoyed cooking there. They had everything we needed to cook our meals- thank you! There are two family room areas in the main house, and although we didn't spend that much time inside during our stay, we loved the comfortable couches and being able to relax.
There is one bedroom on the first floor, which has access to the main bathroom. It has a full-size bed. I would strongly encourage they consider putting a Queen size bed there! It worked well for my sibling/sister in law and the room easily accomodated our pack and play for their small baby! With them downstairs, we didn't even hear the middle of the night crying from upstairs.
Upstairs, to the right there is a bedroom with a Queen bed and it's own nicely refinished bathroom. To the left, there is a small sitting area, a small bedroom (twin bed with a pull out trumble bed) and then a very large master bedroom with a comfortable King Size bed. The bathroom is located in the Master. There are two AC units upstairs (Master and Queen bedrooms). Thankfully, it wasn't very hot while we were there, but I could imagine it might get warm upstairs at the height of the summer. They did provide fans which was helpful.
Some of the photos online are a bit confusing. There are two additional structures/houses in addition to the main home. The first has a Queen size bed. The second is a camp-style with bunks. It's PERFECT for a bit older children, ours were a bit young to stay out there by themselves.
Overall, this was a great place to stay for our family vacation! We would absolutely stay again. The location is great, there is so much to do in the area.
6.0 / 10.0
It was okay
The property has a nice, well equipped kitchen. The location is isolated and picturesque. It's about 15 min to Elk Rapids and 5 min to Torch Lake Bridge. The front porch is a nice place to sit but dangerous for small children since there is no railing. The kids couldn't play on the trampoline because it was covered with sap from the trees but they enjoyed the hammocks. The bedroom on the first floor is private but the bed is full size so it could be a tight fit for two adults. There is a sink in the first floor bedroom which was convenient. There are A/C window units in the upstairs bedrooms but it was down in the 50's and 60's at night during our mid-July stay so we were comfortable.
10.0 / 10.0
Wonderful Vacation Home
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
The house was in great shape and had everything we needed. Dishes, pots and pans and cooking essentials all in great condition. The children loved the outdoors and all the games that came with the house.We enjoyed the fire pit and all the hammocks. House is a perfect location near all the chain of lakes, wineries, shopping and dining. Would definitely rent again when and if the occasion arises.
10.0 / 10.0
Relaxing vacation with extended family
We had a great time at this property! We stayed here with my parents, our kids and my brother's kids. The house is large and comfortable, with tons of toys and games in case of a rainy day (including a HUGE assortment of Legos, all in color-sorted bins, that the kids played with for hours). The front porch is wonderful to sit and eat on. The kitchen is small but has everything you need to cook for a crowd.
Note, the house isn't super close to a swimmable beach - the lake you can walk to doesn't have a beach nearby. But there are nice beaches within a close drive of the house. There are also tire swings, many hammocks, lawn games, a baseball diamond - tons of fun stuff to do around the house. The kids had a great time sleeping in the bunk house too.
The property management company was the only downside. They provide generic information for all of their properties, some of which was inaccurate (for example - it says there's no food or supplies at all in the kitchen, in fact there are spices, oil, vinegar, and staples). They didn't put out the hot coals in the fire ring from the previous guests, and one of the kids got a very bad burn because they stepped into the ring (not realizing the coal was there because it was covered by ashes). The previous guests hadn't put out the trash to be picked up, so the bins were totally full, but the property managers insisted that we put additional trash on top of the full bins so that they were seriously overflowing when the trash pick up service came.
10.0 / 10.0
Perfect location A
The location was perfect for us. One in our party is a kayak enthusiast and with so many choices on where to launch and paddle, he was a very happy person. Nearby Beaches are quiet and beautiful which is a plus for us snd we enjoyed the small town feel of towns nearby. There was plenty of room to spread out in this rental too which made it feel home-like. We had a very good time.
10.0 / 10.0
GREAT PLACE!!
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We had a wonderful time at the Chippewa house. Accommodated everyone and the bunk house was a hit with all the kids. The location is very convenient to both Elk Lake and Torch Lake. Kitchen area small for the size of the house.
10.0 / 10.0
Michigan Get Away
It was a perfect spot to enjoy the beautiful area with privacy due to Covid 19. The little ones had a blast exploring the property and surrounding lakes. We hope to go back again!
10.0 / 10.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was clean.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We had 11 adults and seven kids. There was plenty of room to run and play and lots of games provided. The lakes were all very close and we had a really great time.
10.0 / 10.0
What a treat!
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was clean.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We had 11 adults and seven kids. There was plenty of room to run and play and lots of games provided. The lakes were all very close and we had a really great time.
3.0 / 10.0
Rating Details:The property manager was adequately helpful.The vacation rental was spotless.I was very happy with the location.I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.Reviewer Comments:The house was nice and clean when we arrived. The kitchen was small but everything worked well. The yard was fantastic with the two chair swings and kickball field! The bedrooms were good as well as the fox bunk house. We were not able to use the larger of the two bunk houses because the screens needed repair and allowed bugs in the bunk house. We spoke to someone the day we checked in and asked for repair however, no one came so we had to fit everyone in the house which we were not planning on. The property was about four miles from a great beach on Torch Lake which we loved! All in all a nice house, only complaint would be the bunk house was not usable for sleeping.
6.0 / 10.0
Extended family getaway
Rating Details:
The property manager was adequately helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
The house was nice and clean when we arrived. The kitchen was small but everything worked well. The yard was fantastic with the two chair swings and kickball field! The bedrooms were good as well as the fox bunk house. We were not able to use the larger of the two bunk houses because the screens needed repair and allowed bugs in the bunk house. We spoke to someone the day we checked in and asked for repair however, no one came so we had to fit everyone in the house which we were not planning on. The property was about four miles from a great beach on Torch Lake which we loved! All in all a nice house, only complaint would be the bunk house was not usable for sleeping.
3.0 / 10.0
Rating Details:The property manager was very helpful.The vacation rental was very clean.I was more than happy with the location.I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.Reviewer Comments:If you are considering this property, it’s probably because you have a large party to accommodate. Note that there is NO central air. There are 3 window AC units. One in the upstairs master (2 people), another in the upstairs guest room (3 people) and one in Cabin A (2 people). That means the remaining 11 guests will have to endure the summer heat at night. Cabin B that accommodates 8 people does not have an AC unit and feels 10 degrees hotter than the outside temp. During moderate temperatures, the house would be fantastic. Great location, property size and amenities (kitchen supplies, outdoor games, books to read, fire pit, climbing wall, picnic bench, hammock, horse shoes etc.) Finally, it should’ve been disclosed that there was a septic issue at the time. It looks like there was run off from the septic tank. From the tank down to the front lawn there was hay and noticeable work that was done. The kids were playing in the hay not knowing that it had absorbed some of that run off.
6.0 / 10.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
I was more than happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
If you are considering this property, it’s probably because you have a large party to accommodate. Note that there is NO central air. There are 3 window AC units. One in the upstairs master (2 people), another in the upstairs guest room (3 people) and one in Cabin A (2 people). That means the remaining 11 guests will have to endure the summer heat at night. Cabin B that accommodates 8 people does not have an AC unit and feels 10 degrees hotter than the outside temp. During moderate temperatures, the house would be fantastic. Great location, property size and amenities (kitchen supplies, outdoor games, books to read, fire pit, climbing wall, picnic bench, hammock, horse shoes etc.) Finally, it should’ve been disclosed that there was a septic issue at the time. It looks like there was run off from the septic tank. From the tank down to the front lawn there was hay and noticeable work that was done. The kids were playing in the hay not knowing that it had absorbed some of that run off.
6.0 / 10.0
We had a fun time at Great Escape. BUT.....
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
I was more than happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
If you are considering this property, it’s probably because you have a large party to accommodate. Note that there is NO central air. There are 3 window AC units. One in the upstairs master (2 people), another in the upstairs guest room (3 people) and one in Cabin A (2 people). That means the remaining 11 guests will have to endure the summer heat at night. Cabin B that accommodates 8 people does not have an AC unit and feels 10 degrees hotter than the outside temp.
During moderate temperatures, the house would be fantastic. Great location, property size and amenities (kitchen supplies, outdoor games, books to read, fire pit, climbing wall, picnic bench, hammock, horse shoes etc.)
Finally, it should’ve been disclosed that there was a septic issue at the time. It looks like there was run off from the septic tank. From the tank down to the front lawn there was hay and noticeable work that was done. The kids were playing in the hay not knowing that it had absorbed some of that run off.
During moderate temperatures, the house would be fantastic. Great location, property size and amenities (kitchen supplies, outdoor games, books to read, fire pit, climbing wall, picnic bench, hammock, horse shoes etc.)
Finally, it should’ve been disclosed that there was a septic issue at the time. It looks like there was run off from the septic tank. From the tank down to the front lawn there was hay and noticeable work that was done. The kids were playing in the hay not knowing that it had absorbed some of that run off.
8.0 / 10.0
Family Reunion Up North
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was clean.
I was more than happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Overall, this was a great experience. The property was amazing, with so many outdoor activities and that huge patio. While it was clean, we did have some bug issues. Pest control came quickly to take care of wasp nests, but the bunk house and small cottage need some upkeep and cleaning. It is tricky to keep them completely pest free, but the cobwebs could be removed/dusted out. We also couldn't tell if blankets had been washed, or just sheets? If staying with a large group, as we did, be aware that there are really only two beds for couples, a king and a queen. One couple slept on twins and the other out in the little cabin. This was a fun, rustic, spot, but the bed is truly awful to sleep on for a week. It is just a mattress, no spring underneath it, and it was terrible. The kids loved the bunkhouse, and we had no issues with being too hot or too cold, and no one got wet in the storms we had.
We loved being outside and playing kickball, badminton, running around, the hammocks. The trash cans were completely full when we arrived and they did come to remove stuff for us. We left them out for Friday pick up, but then by Sunday when we left, we left them almost entirely full. Might need to work on that for future guests. The area is stunning, so many options within a half hour-one hour drive. The door on the patio did not close completely, and was never actually locked, so that should be fixed. Anyone could have gotten in.
Overall a fun property, great for lots of kids, but need more bed options for couples, and keep the outdoor sleeping spaces cleaner.
We loved being outside and playing kickball, badminton, running around, the hammocks. The trash cans were completely full when we arrived and they did come to remove stuff for us. We left them out for Friday pick up, but then by Sunday when we left, we left them almost entirely full. Might need to work on that for future guests. The area is stunning, so many options within a half hour-one hour drive. The door on the patio did not close completely, and was never actually locked, so that should be fixed. Anyone could have gotten in.
Overall a fun property, great for lots of kids, but need more bed options for couples, and keep the outdoor sleeping spaces cleaner.
8.0 / 10.0
Reunion
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
I was more than happy with the location.
I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Overall good. Would have been nice if the grass had been mowed and house treated for ants. Bedroom is shed like building attached to garage was more rustic than represented and had a wasp nest in it, one of the guests was strung.
10.0 / 10.0
Perfect Trip
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
The house and yard were clean and well taken care of. Plenty of room for a large crowd. We loved all the yard games and hammocks. Really close to both Torch, Elk, and Skegamog lake. I will definitely be going back.
10.0 / 10.0
FABULOUS!!!
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We had 17 family members (9 of them being children) none of us ever felt crowded. The children had endless things to do, never once did any of them say " Im bored" We had day trips planned, location seemed pretty central. We all agreed if we ever wanted to go back to this area we would definitely choose this rental again.
10.0 / 10.0
Great property for extended family
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was more than happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We had a great time at the Great Escape. The property itself kept everyone occupied, especially the kids. The Eagle cabin was perfect for the eight grandkids. The house was clean, the kitchen was very functional, and the gas grill was brand new. The only things I would change would be 1) put a showerhead in the 2nd upstairs bath, and 2) I wish it was closer to the water. 0.5 mile walk. Great stay!
10.0 / 10.0
Great Escape
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Enjoyable
10.0 / 10.0
Family gathering to attend a TC wedding!
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We did enjoy staying at the Lake Skegamog house. It gave us the opportunity to socialize together over morning coffee on the porch and breakfast before going off for our wedding activities. We did get to eat at Pearl's in Elk Rapids and at Short's Brewery in Bellaire
. We highly recommend both. Time at the beach and wine tasting rounded out the time that we had left over from the wedding. The house location was an advantage for these activities. Our only disappointment was that we were led to believe that there were 2 queen beds in the main house and there was only one. We had to rearrange sleeping asignments because of this.
. We highly recommend both. Time at the beach and wine tasting rounded out the time that we had left over from the wedding. The house location was an advantage for these activities. Our only disappointment was that we were led to believe that there were 2 queen beds in the main house and there was only one. We had to rearrange sleeping asignments because of this.
10.0 / 10.0
Fourth of July Weekend
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
It was an awesome spot for a weekend away with many friends, lots of sleep space and tons of outdoor activities and space. Would definitely recommend this spot.
8.0 / 10.0
Rustic country living
Rating Details:
The property manager was more than helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
I was more than happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Very nice, private country home, with a Up North camp feel. Worked perfectly for a bunch of guys on a golf outing. Would stay again.
6.0 / 10.0
Great Escape
Rating Details:
The property manager was more than helpful.
The vacation rental was clean.
I was somewhat unhappy with the location.
I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
It should be very clear in the ad that there is no central air and only window air conditioners in the upstairs. It was 97 degrees while we were there and very uncomfortable. It would be helpful if there was information in the house about locations of beaches nearby (took us 2 days to find a large public beach)and other attractions and activities. The house is in more of a remote location than we had anticipated. The lake access that is noted in the ad is nothing more than a drop off at the end of the street (as far as we could tell). We did enjoy the stay and the large grounds around the house.
8.0 / 10.0
Great Stay with a couple of issues
Rating Details:
The property manager was more than helpful.
The vacation rental was somewhat dirty.
I was more than happy with the location.
I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Pleasant stay and great property. Disappointed that the trash from the previous tenant was left right by the back door. We ended up moving it by it still smelled and was terrible to deal with all week. Upstairs shower leaked into mud room. Door to mud room bath wouldn't work. Fridge kept going off, but it was also extremely hot out.
10.0 / 10.0
Perfect for large group
Rating Details:
The property manager was somewhat unhelpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
19 guys for a bachelor party. Could not have been a better place! Horseshoes, badminton, and whiffle ball all ready to go. Large firepit and grill for cooking. Short walk to the lake for swimming. About 20 minutes from the casino in TC. Lots of room/beds so no sharing needed. Definitely recommend!
4.0 / 10.0
Big Disappointment!
Rating Details:
The property manager was more than helpful.
The vacation rental was clean.
I was somewhat unhappy with the location.
I was very dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
At first, I drove past the place because it was nothing like the picture on the website. The grass was over a foot high, the exterior of the house was definetly deteriorating with paint peeling and landscapeing grossly overgrown. After I pulled in I couldn't even get into the house because the lock box had a key that wasn't even for the property. So I was stuck there waiting. The inside was nice, but did not have the 6 bedrooms as advertised. It can sleep 20, if you count the crips they have in there along with having 10 people staying in a small dorm like "bunk cabin" The house fits 8 with beds. It was also disappointing when I got there because the property was not on, or even near the water like we were told.
10.0 / 10.0
I recommend this vacation rental
Rating Details:
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
I was very happy with the location.
The vacation rental was very clean.
The property manager was very helpful.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
10.0 / 10.0
Great place
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
I was more than happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Beautiful house and surronding area. We had great weather so we were outside the whole weekend. Torch lake is only about 5 mins away. Only complaint was the house was suppose to be ready for us at 1pm and the cleaning lady was there until 230
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in Elk Lake?
The average price for a rental in Elk Lake is £321 per night. This rental is £267 above the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Parking is not specified as an available amenity at Spacious home w/ guest cabins for family retreat. Near Torch Lake & Elk Lake.. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this house?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Spacious home w/ guest cabins for family retreat. Near Torch Lake & Elk Lake. pet friendly?
Yes! This house is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.
What amenities are available at Spacious home w/ guest cabins for family retreat. Near Torch Lake & Elk Lake.?
We found 11 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, pets allowed, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, and fireplace.
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