Gorgeous 3 bedroom home on South Torch Lake waterfront.
House in Torch Lake, MI
6 guests · 3 bedrooms · 1 bath
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind
Includes essentialsGarden, Kitchen or Kitchenette, Internet / Wifi and more
About this house rental
This beautiful cottage is situated on an expansive private lot with sandy beach on the south side of Torch Lake. The unobstructed view from the house and deck look north across the crystal clear waters of the lake - ideal for viewing both the sunrise and sunset. The south side of the lake is shallow and has a beautiful sandy bottom, perfect for swimming and playing any time of the day or night. A gorgeous new dock includes a large platform for six to comfortably hang out or sunbathe. There's a hoist for a motor boat and a mooring anchor for other watercraft. This is one of the most stunning rental properties on Torch Lake. At night, see the Big Dipper and, when it’s super dark and clear, the Big Dipper.
The house has a large living space with ample seating and three bedrooms to comfortably sleep six. We offer modern amenities, updated, comfortable furnishings, Wi-Fi, Smart TV, dishwasher, washer and dryer, eat-in bar, and everything you need to feel at home.
Please Note: Saturday check in and Saturday check out only June 29-Aug. 31. Thank you.
Property Location: The cottage is located 1.5 miles from Torch River and Torch River Marine where you can rent pontoon and speed boats. It is approximately 5 miles south of Alden, which has shops, restaurants, and tennis/pickleball courts, and less than a mile from the Village Market grocery store. You are a boat ride away from the Dockside restaurant at Clam River, where you can sit outside, watch the boats go by, and enjoy lunch or dinner. You are a short 20 minute drive from Traverse City, and 90 minutes from Sleeping Bear Dunes.
Beautiful House: The cottage is lovely and airy and boasts all of the comforts and convenience of home, including a fully stocked kitchen and a washer and dryer. A large deck is great for outdoor dining. A boat hoist is available for speed boats plus there is a heavy duty mooring anchor 100 feet from shore for a second watercraft. Long dock has a large deck that comfortably accommodates six lounge chairs.
The house has a large living space with ample seating and three bedrooms to comfortably sleep six. We offer modern amenities, updated, comfortable furnishings, Wi-Fi, Smart TV, dishwasher, washer and dryer, eat-in bar, and everything you need to feel at home.
Please Note: Saturday check in and Saturday check out only June 29-Aug. 31. Thank you.
Property Location: The cottage is located 1.5 miles from Torch River and Torch River Marine where you can rent pontoon and speed boats. It is approximately 5 miles south of Alden, which has shops, restaurants, and tennis/pickleball courts, and less than a mile from the Village Market grocery store. You are a boat ride away from the Dockside restaurant at Clam River, where you can sit outside, watch the boats go by, and enjoy lunch or dinner. You are a short 20 minute drive from Traverse City, and 90 minutes from Sleeping Bear Dunes.
Beautiful House: The cottage is lovely and airy and boasts all of the comforts and convenience of home, including a fully stocked kitchen and a washer and dryer. A large deck is great for outdoor dining. A boat hoist is available for speed boats plus there is a heavy duty mooring anchor 100 feet from shore for a second watercraft. Long dock has a large deck that comfortably accommodates six lounge chairs.
Amenities
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Garden
Family friendly
Map of Torch Lake, MI
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Ratings and reviews
10.0 / 10.0
We had a great time at this house. Lots of room and beautiful views. Close to everything!
10.0 / 10.0
We had a lovely week on Torch Lake. With kids ranging from 12-5, the shallow waters directly in front of the property were perfect for our family. The home itself was perfectly sized for our family of five, giving everyone their own space while also providing nicely sized family spots. The house is incredibly quaint with many charming decorative touches. It brought back many memories of lake vacations from my own childhood. It’s also important to mention that this house comes incredibly well stocked for a rental. Every kitchen tool you could possibly need, and then-some, was available to us. I would definitely recommend this rental to anyone looking to enjoy Torch Lake!
8.0 / 10.0
This was our first trip to Torch Lake, and staying on the beach was our top priority. This home is on the south end of the lake and the lake is absolutely amazing. We swam each day in the clear water. Beach towels, water floats, and a paddle board were available too which was nice.
The owner was helpful and responsive for our entire trip. When we could not access NBC to watch the Olympics, she signed up for Sling the same day to help.
We visited the last week in July which happened to be the hottest of the summer. The lack of air conditioning was a drawback as the house was very hot, even with the fans. This would likely not be a problem if the temperatures were in the 70s.
Also, the house has not been updated, so expect the feel of a cottage that hasn't changed much in decades. Updated towels and linens would be a good idea. It was clean and did have all the supplies we needed.
10.0 / 10.0
The house was in the perfect location for the sand bar. This house is at the quiet end of the sand bar. So if you like piece this is your place. However if you want to be in the crowd its a short boat ride or paddleboard ride.
10.0 / 10.0
Alisa was great and we enjoyed our stay as always!
10.0 / 10.0
Absolutely loved the dock access for our jet ski and proximity to sandbar and town. Very beautiful area and property.
10.0 / 10.0
Our family absolutely loved staying here. Everything was better than expected. We had two littles with us (2 yr old & 3 yr old) and the water toys and bin of toys in the house were a huge hit. You can't get much better than Torch Lake and this house was fantastic. We can't say enough good things about it. Alisa was so quick to respond with my random questions and was so kind.
10.0 / 10.0
This is a cute little house that was perfect for our family. Very clean and had everything we needed. Response time was very fast for the one issue we had (coffee maker broken, no big deal). The lake is so clean and nice and not as busy as we dreaded. Really close nice market and cute town of Alden. We loved it here!
10.0 / 10.0
Everything was as we expected it to be. We had an amazing time!
2.0 / 10.0
We were so excited to visit torch lake! Rented a boat for the week and drove 8 hours to vacation here. Arrived on a Saturday to mouse poop all over the kitchen counter, on dish-ware, along the floor in bedroom off the kitchen. Immediately reached out to the homeowner . No response from her until 8 hours later. Had to clean all of this up before we could use anything or even put our groceries away. The owner did text us at 2 AM letting us know she would have an exterminator come out on Monday… in the meantime we bought traps placed them in the kitchen and garage where they were coming in. After catching several mice, we decided to pack up and leave. We took the financial loss on our boat rental because unfortunately there were no other properties available to rent on the entire lake. The owner was far from polite or considerate. Stating that she had no control over there being mice in the house and acted like getting an exterminator 2 days later was acceptable. She only refunded us because VRBO finally stepped in as this was a health amd safety concern.
8.0 / 10.0
Rustic cottage with beautiful views and quiet location. Has updated living room furniture. Bedrooms in general could use an update but overall has what you need. No AC but fans throughout, still brought our own but has nice breeze from lake. Outstanding access to Torch lake, no stairs and somewhat of a slope to small beach and dock. Beautiful clear water, shallow, and sandy bottom with few rocks. Dock, mooring buoy, and boat hoist a definite plus for lake activities. On arrival, had issues with housekeeping chores not completed and previous renters did not take care of recyclables or put out trash and left items in frig which we had to deal with but housekeeping should have caught. Owner quickly responded to issues. Got chigger bites from the well known sandbar, as son didn’t go with us there and does not have one bite. Would consider renting again.
10.0 / 10.0
Great Stay!
We had a wonderful week at this property. Clean (but could use some updated linen), beds were comfortable, and plenty of fans (no AC!). The beach was great, but watch out for swimmer's itch. Do your homework before you go so you don't itch all week. The living room cabinet was stocked with puzzles and games. We rented a kayak and paddle board from Alden Marine & Sport. They were great!
10.0 / 10.0
Great, restful time away
Absolutely loved this property. The check in/out was easy. There were plenty of toys around for kids, easy login for the tv, and awesome patio to relax on. The sandy beach was perfect for sitting and readying withy your feet in the sand. The lake was perfect on a hot day. Beautiful
10.0 / 10.0
Great location.
Close to stores and coffee shops. Shallow lake and Crystal clear. The kids had a great time and it was very relaxing for the adults.
10.0 / 10.0
Spectacular spring sunsets and sunrises
We really enjoyed our time at the property. It had a rustic feel and smelled of pine trees. I was very impressed with how clean it was when we arrived (with exception of one of the bedroom fans). We enjoyed all the changing conditions of the water and watching the sunset every night. It was too cold to swim when we came but we still enjoyed hanging out by the shore looking for rocks. The house was in the perfect location to be a home base to venture out to other places we wanted to explore such as Sleeping Bear Dunes, Traverse City, Cheboygan, and Mackinac Island. We would definitely recommend this house.
10.0 / 10.0
Very relaxing and perfect spot.
We really enjoyed staying here. Alissa was great and stayed in contact with us when we had questions. I would definitely go back.
10.0 / 10.0
Perfect location!!
We loved our stay! House is perfectly located and had everything we could need. House was clean and well maintained. We really enjoyed having a yard big enough to play catch and volleyball. The water was perfect: sandy bottom and shallow super far out. It was like being at the sandbar but without the crowds.
10.0 / 10.0
Roe family Vacation
Great place
10.0 / 10.0
Lovely house, beautiful location
The house was wonderful and a great location! Greats hosts !
10.0 / 10.0
Cozy cottage on the water
Had a very relaxing and comfortable stay - we spent most of our time outside on the deck and yard enjoying the lovely water view! Rented kayaks from Alden Marine just down the road which they delivered and picked up. Easy to launch kayaks from the little beach area near the dock. Convenient location- 30 minutes to Traverse city, 1 hour to Petoskey, less than 5 minutes to quaint town of Alden and grocery, and great breakfast quiches at the muffin place in Alden. Thank you!
10.0 / 10.0
perfect location on the lake, clean soft bottom sand, crystal clear
I couldnt have gotten a better spot on the lake. the house and rooms was very accommodating and comfortable. felt like home. Alisa was a most excellent Host. Thank you for having us and allowing us to create wonderful memories for years to come.
10.0 / 10.0
South torch
Nice place wish it was open in august
10.0 / 10.0
Amazing stay on Torch Lake
My wife and I really enjoyed our stay at this property on Torch Lake. The location of the house was perfect. Close to a few restaurants and a local market, but within a drive to so many different areas to explore. There was a very nice patio to sit outside and enjoy meals. The lake is stunning and right there when you walk into the backyard. We also enjoyed the view from the living room and the fireplace was a great touch. Appliances and cleanliness were all superb. Very quiet location. Easy check-in and the host was easy to communicate with. We will definitely stay again!
5.0 / 10.0
Excellent communication with the landlord.Very nice house right on Torch lake with a large terrasse for outdoor dining and BBQ. Very quiet.Very well equipped kitchen.We brought our own inflatable kayak and paddle and were able to enjoy the lake everyday.We will definitely come back!
10.0 / 10.0
Very nice house on Torch Lake !
Excellent communication with the landlord.
Very nice house right on Torch lake with a large terrasse for outdoor dining and BBQ.
Very quiet.
Very well equipped kitchen.
We brought our own inflatable kayak and paddle and were able to enjoy the lake everyday.
We will definitely come back!
10.0 / 10.0
Perfect cozy cottage!
Loved sitting by the fire and all the unique decor!
10.0 / 10.0
Summertime Fun
After selling the Torch Lake cottage we owned for 28 years, we decide to come back with our adult children and rent a place to relive our memories and make some new ones. This rental is In the perfect location with the length of the lake to the north allowing yo to enjoy both the sunrise and sunset. The kitchen and bathroom were well supplied reducing the number of things you needed to pack. The owner was very helpful in answering our questions before the trip. The only disappointment was the swimmer’s itch. I think this is the worst I have ever seen it in all our years on the lake.
10.0 / 10.0
Beautiful Torch Lake
The location was ideal, and the owner Alisa very helpful. Great getaway for family of six. No complaints, except went too fast. House great for young family. And those sunsets!
8.0 / 10.0
Great cottage on the lake. Beautiful views of the sunset every night!
Spacious and comfortable lake house. We had a great weekend with our friends here.
10.0 / 10.0
Family Getaway
This was out first time at Torch Lake and this property was beautiful! I would definitely recommend staying here if your planning a trip! I will definitely rent again!
10.0 / 10.0
Amazing
The property was as described except the beach was smaller than we thought and was at bottom of hill, but would definitely rent here again at the end of the summer! Perfect location
10.0 / 10.0
Great stay!
The house was exactly as stated and then some. Would love to come back again some day!
8.0 / 10.0
On the lake beautiful
Very nice, roomy. Very well equipped. Was not a fan of fireplace(just a hot steel wood burning stove in fireplace. Nor fire pit. Pit down by water on steep slope. No place to sit by fire cause hill so steep, too steep for chairs.
So our fantasy of a beautiful autumn fire was not a possibility. Lol. However, everything else was enjoyable, roomy, comfortable. Nice stove and laundry machines.
10.0 / 10.0
Great cottage
This was a great spot on Torch Lake!! The cottage was perfect for us and had everything we needed! Hope we can go back again!
10.0 / 10.0
Wish it was mine
Had a great stay on the lake with family. I had to admire some of the antique furnishings. The only downfall we had was we had to have the cable company come and fix a cable, appeared chewed by squirrels, so no fault of the owner. The view of the sunset across the lake was better than anything on TV anyhow. The fish could have been biting better but the cold spring did not help.
10.0 / 10.0
Vacation 2019
Was a short trip but amazing!! The o ly downfall was we had to wait outside with groceries in the car for 40 minutes due to the cleaning crew were still there...but other than that perfect location right on the lake! Definitely recommend!!
10.0 / 10.0
BEST LOCATION ON TORCH!
The property is lovely and its location could not have been more perfect! The dock is solid, the hoist worked well for our boat, & the fire ring out by the lake was a nice touch for the kids' marshmallow roasting in the evening. The view of the sunsets is stunning and the only thing else I can say is, "I wish it were mine." Thank you, Alisa!!! We will certainly be back.
10.0 / 10.0
Wonderful view of the lake! Quiet. Close to grocery. Large great room.
We rented this property last year as well. We thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. The swimming and water play for the children and adults was wonderful in the sandy bottom clear water of Torch Lake. Close to Elk Rapids for good eats at Pearl's. Not a far drive to get on the ferry to Mackinaw. Sleeping Bear Dunes is also close. Other good eats is Dockside, just up the road off of the Clam River. A lot of jet ski rental and pontoon boat rental. Also peaceful kayaking on the crystal clear smooth lake in the morning.
10.0 / 10.0
Torch Lake "Family Fun" in the Sun!❤️🌞
Our family enjoyed our stay at this property! The views in each room are spectacular. Beautiful sunrises & sunsets. The sandy bottom beach and shallow water 💦 makes for so much family fun in the sun! 🌞
Thank you for opening up your home and allowing us the opportunity to build more happy memories on amazing Torch Lake! 😊
10.0 / 10.0
Beautiful views of Torch Lake! Great family cottage!!!
We planned this vacation as a family get together week. Three families consisting of 6 adults and 6 children ranging in age of 13-5. Everyone had a blast.The view of Torch Lake from this property is fabulous!!! The children had so much fun playing in the clear blue, shallow water that went on forever. Lots of room to play lawn games. On rainy days there was plenty of inside space for kids and adults to play games or just hang out. Wireless internet for those that can't stay away from their i Pads and devices. Bedrooms are spacious. Lots of ventilation with plentiful windows to let air flow through. Also lots of fans available. Big front load washer and dryer. Dishwasher. Big outdoor grill. We were able to rent a pontoon boat for the day which was also a blast. We are hoping we can repeat this adventure next year!
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in Torch Lake?
The average price for a rental in Torch Lake is $427 per night. This rental is $160 above the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Gorgeous 3 bedroom home on South Torch Lake waterfront.. 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 Gorgeous 3 bedroom home on South Torch Lake waterfront. pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Gorgeous 3 bedroom home on South Torch Lake waterfront.?
We found 10 amenities for this rental. This includes kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, fireplace, parking, and laundry.
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