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Enjoy our Skegemog Lakefront Cottage /w dock & Boat Hoist on Elk-Torch Chain

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Pine Knot Cottage is on the shores of pristine Lake Skegemog.
Early morning fishing off the Pine Knot shore.
Happiness is his first keeper Smallmouth Bass.
Relax
Patio with Weber Grills, Picnic Table, Fire Pit, Chairs, and Table.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Williamsburg, MI
  • Turtle Creek Casino
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Elk Lake
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Torch Lake
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Enjoy our Skegemog Lakefront Cottage /w dock & Boat Hoist on Elk-Torch Chain

Pine Knot is a peaceful, well-appointed lakefront cottage located on pristine and scenic Lake Skegemog. The lake has 7 miles of wild shoreline and over 3,300 acres of adjacent Land Conservancy property.

It is 5 min. from the Great Lakes Equestrian Festival, 20 min. from Traverse City, and 15 min. from Elk Rapids.

Pine Knot sleeps 5 (queen, bunk with double on the bottom and twin on top), and futon.

AMENITIES INCLUDE!
Dock with boat hoist
DNR boat ramp a block
down the street
Ample parking
Abundant wildlife
Well equipped kitchen
Washer/dryer
Dishwasher/microwave
Air conditioning
Smart LED Roku TV
High Speed Internet
Ground level entry
Patio with picnic table, table and chairs, Weber gas and
charcoal grills
Free standing fire pit
Linens included

Pine Knot is the perfect retreat, where you can take advantage of all that the Grand Traverse Area offers or just recline by the shore.

The crystal clear waters of Lake Skegemog are excellent for boating and fishing with direct access into Elk Lake and up Torch River to Torch Lake. It is on the Elk - Skegemog - Torch - Clam - Bellaire Chain of Lakes - covering over 60 square miles of uninterrupted waterway.

At Pine Knot, you'll have a private beach, dock, and boat hoist that will accommodate a 3600#, 8ft. wide boat. Bringing a boat is made easier with the circular driveway, spacious yard, and DNR launch just down the road. Skegemog is well known for Smallmouth Bass, Northern Pike, and Muskie. The colder waters of Elk and Torch Lakes hold Atlantic Salmon, Lake Trout, Rainbow Trout, and Whitefish.

Pine knot is a comfortable cottage, conveniently located, and on a truly spectacular lake. Many people have made special memories here, and you can as well.

Keywords: Williamsburg, MI, Great Lakes Equestrian Festival, Traverse City, Elk Rapids, Harbor Days, Torch Lake, Elk Lake, Elk-Skegemog-Torch-Clam- Bellaire Chain of Lakes, fishing, Grand Traverse East and West Bays, boating, swimming, kayaking, paddle boarding, golfing, biking, and hiking on the Skegemog Pathway and Vasa Trail, Cherry Festival, The Quiet Area, Skegemog Nature Conservancy, Sleeping Bear Dunes, Ranch Rudolph, Mackinac Island, wineries, dining, art galleries, shopping, Grass River Natural Area, Boardman River, Turtle Creek Casino

Property manager

Karyl and Jan Mangus /

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Adults must watch young children near the water.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed, service animals permitted
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking, vaping, and illegal drugs not allowed.
Use of the water, dock, boat hoist and fire pit is at your own risk.
If you are bringing a boat, check with Jan to see if the hoist will accommodate it.
Pine Knot is rented by the week in summer and for no less than 3 nights during the spring and fall.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Williamsburg

Located in Williamsburg, this cottage is in a rural area and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Torch Lake and Torch Lake Park. Flintfields Horse Park and Music House Museum are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Williamsburg, MI

What's nearby

  • Lake Skegemog - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Turtle Creek Casino - 10 min drive - 9.8 km
  • Elk Lake - 12 min drive - 5.9 km
  • Torch Lake Park - 18 min drive - 16.9 km
  • Torch Lake - 19 min drive - 17.8 km

Getting around

  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Season's Buffet - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Bourbons 72 - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Blue Water Bistro & Pizzeria - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Crossroads Bar - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Cone Corral & Pizzeria - Rapid City - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Enjoy our Skegemog Lakefront Cottage /w dock & Boat Hoist on Elk-Torch Chain pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

What time is check-in at Enjoy our Skegemog Lakefront Cottage /w dock & Boat Hoist on Elk-Torch Chain?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Enjoy our Skegemog Lakefront Cottage /w dock & Boat Hoist on Elk-Torch Chain?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Enjoy our Skegemog Lakefront Cottage /w dock & Boat Hoist on Elk-Torch Chain located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is steps from Lake Skegemog and within 6 mi (10 km) of Haynes Lake and Elk Lake. Turtle Creek Casino and Root Lake are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 33 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Cherie H.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Labor Day

The location was amazing the beds were horrible need to definitely be replaced and the bunk bed situation was not good for adults. For what we paid I would think updating the furniture, tv was a 19in. I will give thumbs up for the outside are bbq, fire pit lake was awesome.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joe K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Place

We really enjoyed the cottage. Excellent views and the hosts were incredibly helpful. Would definitely stay again and recommend to others!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jörg H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great holiday home

We had a very nice time in Pine Knot! Thanks again for the great accomodation! Hope we can come back soon.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet Lakeside Getaway

My husband, our two young boys and I loved our stay. We went on Labor Day weekend, but were able to enjoy the peace and quiet of this lake, while still having easy access to the fun and exciting Torch and Elk lakes. The hosts were wonderful and helpful. They were available when needed but also gave us our space. The boys spent hours fishing off the dock and swimming in the clean lake (rocky near the shore, but sandy further out). We don't have a boat, but the hosts recommended many places for a daily rental. Easy access to the boat launch or to rental places through the chain of lakes. We loved playing in the large yard and s'mores by the campfire at night. Our family also enjoyed the quick access to Belaire and Traverse City for pizza night and brewery visits. There were some bugs in the house, but that is expected at a northern Michigan lakeside retreat. Overall, I would recommend this property to all of my family and friends!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Todd L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Skegamog Summer Stay

We stayed a week at the Skegamog cottage. Very clean and comfortable. Had a great time.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Jason T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Location and Wonderful Hosts

We had a great time on the lake and enjoyed the surrounding activities. Owners are wonderful people. Would stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

GREAT !!!

Another wonderful stay at this lovely cottage on beautiful Lake Skegamog ! Cottage is CLEAN. Owners are the nicest hosts you’ll find ! The boat hoist is an excellent option if you have a boat ! Had a wonderful time. So wonderful we’ll be back again in July !!!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anne R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Cabin

Our family had an amazing time at this cabin on the lake. We used the boat ramp down the street and the driveway accommodated the truck and trailer. The cabin is so clean and has everything you need. The water behind the cabin is clear and you can see all kinds of wildlife. Loved watching the Eagle fish in the mornings. My son forgot something and the host mail him a package. Such a wonderful stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nikki S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful owners

Great access to the chain of lakes and we loved meeting Jan and Karyl
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tina E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Pine Knot

Jan & Karyl are top notch property owners! We enjoyed our stay at Pine Knot and will likely stay again! Location, amenities and overall welcoming atmosphere are 100%!! Thank you for sharing your wonderful property!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marie G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful week on Lake Skegemog

The cottage is a very cozy, comfortable and clean cottage with all the essentials. The boat lift was a great amenity to the property as it allowed our boat to be steady just out of the water and made it much easier for my parents to be able to get on and off the boat during our stay. Karyl and Jan are very nice people and helpful with any questions we had and even helpful with returning stuff we forgot at at the collage.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gail S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful no stress

Beautiful
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rod C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A good week

Owners are very accommodating in answering any questions we had.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

carla s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing stay!

Everything was perfect! Beautiful lake, comfortable and safe house/area! Loved being able to run while I was there and it was very close to GLEF Easy drive to Traverse City
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S., Parma, MI

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Stay on Skegemog

Jan and Karyl were great! The cottage was perfect for our family of four. The mini split made it very comfortable. Great location would definitely rent again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ellen P., Ann Arbor, MI

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice stay on the lake

My partner, sons, and I enjoyed our stay. It was early June, and cold, so we didn't do any swimming. The guys fished (and caught a bass). We went through the river to Torch Lake, which is crystal clear. Getting to the river was a little difficult with all the fallen logs/trees. Some fishermen guided us through. Traverse City is close by, and we spent a day there, checked out The Village. The owners are very nice. They are next door. They helped us figure out the boat hoist, and even mailed me some kitchen stuff that I'd left behind.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beats a staycation!

After holding tight through COVID this past year, this was an awesome place to stay, fish, tour and relax! Hosts were extremely friendly and helpful. The cottage was very clean and neat. The appliances, cooking utensils, outdoor grill and boat hoist made our stay fantastic! We didn’t need to provide anything but our food...by far, the best place we have stayed for what we wanted!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location for base camp

Fall color tour get away. Great spot to hit the road early to explore the norther color changes. Cozy cottage is exactly what it is. If you like to fish this is a great spot as well. Easy access to main roads and close many nice towns. Would do this again next week if I could.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Beth H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

August fun

Karyl & Jan were great! The only thing that surprised us was that there isn't a separate dock for the rental when we had two boats. But they were awesome and let us beach the pontoon in their yard. The lift is a nice addition to the rental. Thank you again for sharing your home with us.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Susan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quaint cabin in great location. Everything we needed for a great week, boat lift a bonus!

Great
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Brian W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Slice of Paradise

Pine Knott Cottage was perfect for our family of 4. Jan and Karyl were great to deal with, helpful if needed but otherwise left us alone. The boat hoist was great to have and the location on Lake Skekemog with easy access to the rest of the chain was just what we were looking for.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer L.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing Location & Wonderful Owners

Jan and Karyl welcomes us into their cabin with open arms. The location was perfect for being able to access all 3 lakes. The house was the perfect size for our family of 4 and just a short walk to the boat launch. Having the dock was a huge plus! The only issue we had were some ants but that seems to be pretty normal near water. We are already talking about when we can go back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

James S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lake Skegemog Pine Knot

Great location and convenient to boat ramp. Be prepared to handle wind if boating. Cottage is fairly well appointed, clean and comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2020

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen F., Amherst, NY

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Clean quiet waterfront

Excellent communication with owners. Spotless accommodations. Nice waterfront. Loved our stay!!
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

Dan Z., Sterling Heights, mi

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Pine knot stay

Very nice property. Beautiful lake setting
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

About the host

Hosted by Karyl and Jan Mangus /

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Please call or text (231) 883-9093 or email kjmangus@ with your questions.

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