Allow us to host you and enjoy this beautiful newly remodeled cottage on Crooked Lake with 100 plus feet of private frontage. Close to Petoskey and Harbor Springs. Home away from home. Featuring a Gourmet Kitchen , gorgeous furniture & on the water dock where comfort meets relaxation. This home has everything you need to have a relaxing stay in Northern Michigan.

4760 Oden Road
Alanson, MI 49706

The Cottage on Crooked Lake - just minutes from Petoskey & Harbor Springs. Pure Michigan awaits you in this newly-renovated home which has 100 feet of private frontage on Crooked Lake - part of the famed Inland Waterway. Large lawn & private dock. Bike path steps away and ski hills only 9 miles away. There is nothing quite like Northern Michigan. We can’t wait for your visit. Enjoy the lovely cottage featuring all the modern conveniences. Kick back relax and enjoy! We look forward to rehosting you for years to come!

The space
Conveniently located on US-31, heading out for exploring northern Michigan couldn't be easier.
- Petoskey Downtown (10 minutes away)
- Harbor Springs Downtown (12 minutes away)
- the Mighty Mackinac Bridge (30 miles north)
- ferry service to Mackinac Island (28 miles north)
- public boat launch (2 miles down the road)
- Nub's Nob Ski Resort (9 miles away)
- Boyne Highlands Ski Resort (9.6 miles away)
- North Western State Trail connecting Petoskey to Mackinaw
City (across the street!). This is a bike path in the summer, and
a snowmobile trail in the winter!
- The Tunnel of Trees (20 miles away) for fall colors
- Pellston Regional Airport (11 miles away)
- Maps at the Cottage for local wineries and maple syrup sugar bushes.

The Oden Island sandbar (seen from the Cottage) is one of the most popular places on Crooked Lake for mooring a pontoon and exploring the sandy lake-bottom. There are Marinas close-by for renting jet-skis by the day or week, or bring your own boat and launch at the Little Traverse Boat Launch just 2 miles down the road.

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We are currently remodeling the cottage next door. Our goal completion summer 2025. As soon as we have this completed we will open this for additional booking.

Location
Alanson, Michigan, United States
The Crooked Lake Cottage is your jumping-off point for all things northern Michigan. We are proud to be on the beautiful Inland Waterway - the chain of lakes and rivers which connects Pickerel Lake, Crooked Lake, Crooked River (which has a fully operational lock and the world's smallest swing-bridge!), beautiful Burt Lake, Indian River, Mullett Lake, Cheboygan River to Lake Huron.
Getting around
The Cottage is ideally located for those wanting to explore the area by boat, kayak, paddle board, paddleboat, bike, ski, snowmobile, or snowshoe.

During your stay
All you’ll need to bring is food and drink all other amenities are provided for a lovely stay.
Enjoy a plethora of books, games, puzzles & a cozy clean warm stay with lovely views.
We've lived all over and fell in love with Northern Michigan. We are looking forward to hosting your Michigan vacation. Whether you're coming to the area for a quick getaway, special occasion, a romantic weekend or here with your kids to have some fun in the sun and dip in the water. You are in for a treat. Stay with us for a weekend of skiing or fun filled days and fires by night for relaxing summer adventures. We would love to help you make lifelong memories at the Cottage. We are more than happy to assist with providing recommendations for everything from our local wineries, farms, & trails to events, farmers markets, music and much more!