Embrace the lake lifestyle when you stay at this well-appointed, 3-bedroom, 2-bath vacation rental in Alden, MI! Nestled on 4 private acres with quick access to Torch Lake, 'Hidden Gem' provides the perfect spot to reconnect with friends and family. When you’re not relaxing by the water, book a tee time at the Shanty Creek Resort or explore Traverse City’s award-winning wineries. After a day of adventure, host a barbecue on the home's patio or gather around the fire pit for s’mores and stories. -- THE PROPERTY -- Located on 4 Acres | Gas Grill (Propane Included) | On-Site Walking Trails | < 2 Mi to Public Boat Launch Bedroom 1: Queen Bed | Bedroom 2: Queen Bed | Bedroom 3: 2 Twin Bunk Beds | Additional Sleeping: Queen Air Mattress OUTDOOR LIVING: Private yard, patio, dining area, fire pit w/ seating (bring your own wood) INDOOR LIVING: 4 Smart TVs w/ cable, wood-burning stove, 6-person dining table, ceiling fans KITCHEN: Cooking basics, microwave, refrigerator, stove/oven, dishwasher, toaster, coffee maker GENERAL: Free WiFi, linens/towels, 3 mini-split A/C units, baseboard heater/boiler, complimentary toiletries, paper products FAQ: Pet fee (paid pre-trip), 5 exterior security cameras (facing out) ACCESSIBILITY: 5 steps required to enter, access ramp in garage, 1 bedroom on 1st floor, 2-story home PARKING: Garage (2 vehicles), driveway (4 vehicles), boat/trailer/RV parking allowed on-site (RV water & electrical hookups available) -- THE LOCATION -- EXPLORE OUTDOORS: Torch Lake Public Access (0.3 miles), Public Boat Launch (2 miles), Grass River Natural Area (4 miles), Lake Bellaire (9 miles), Schuss Mountain (12 miles) NEARBY HOT SPOTS: Paige Road Public Access (0.5 miles), Downtown Alden - restaurants (3 miles), Torch Lake Cellars (4 miles), Short’s Brewing Company Bellaire Pub (8 miles), Raven Hill Discovery Center (27 miles), Traverse City - wine country (29 miles), Avalanche Bay Indoor Waterpark (34 miles) HIT THE GREENS: The Chief Golf Course (10 miles), Shanty Creek Resort - The Legend Golf Course, Summit Golf Course, Cedar River Golf Course (11 miles) AIRPORT: Cherry Capital Airport (28 miles) -- REST EASY WITH US -- Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you’ll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we’ll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we’ll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you. -- POLICIES -- - No smoking indoors. Smoking outside is allowed - Pet friendly w/ $150 fee (+ fees & taxes) - No events, parties, or large gatherings - Must be at least 25 years old to book - Additional fees and taxes may apply - Photo ID may be required upon check-in - NOTE: This 2-story property requires 5 steps to enter and interior stairs to access the 2nd-floor bedrooms. However, there is an access ramp in the garage that leads up to the main floor without the use of stairs - NOTE: Your safety matters. This property features 5 exterior security cameras: 2 cameras are located near the driveway facing the entrance to the home, 1 camera is on the patio facing the back area, 1 camera is in the back of the house facing the backyard, and 1 camera is near the fire pit facing out. The cameras do not look into interior spaces. The cameras record video and sound when activated by motion. They will record when they first sense motion and 30 seconds after the last motion is detected