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Clam Lake Notre Maison Cottage

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Exterior
Interior
Miscellaneous
Private kitchen
Living area

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

Map
Bellaire, MI
  • Clam Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Torch Lake
  • Lake Bellaire
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪50 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bunk Bed

2 bathrooms

Bath #1 - Main Floor hallway - 3/4 - Shared - Shower only

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom #2 Lower level hallway - 3/4 - shared - Shower only

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony

About this property

Clam Lake Notre Maison Cottage

Summary:
This Clam Lake cottage is the perfect location for all the water activities your family wants to enjoy on a classic Northern Michigan summer vacation. With easy boating access to both Torch Lake and Lake Bellaire, a private dock, and a cozy Up North vibe, it’s a spot that invites relaxation and adventure alike. You’ll be just minutes from Alden and Bellaire—ideal for shopping, wine tasting, and enjoying local favorites like Short’s Brewery.

The Space:
This nicely decorated cottage features 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, comfortably sleeping up to 6 guests. The home offers that true "Up North" ambiance with a cozy interior and a spacious yard perfect for outdoor fun. Step out to the dock to fish or launch your boat for a day of exploring Clam Lake, Torch River, Torch Lake, or Lake Bellaire. This home has 2 Bedrooms and 1 Bath on the Main floor, and 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath & Kitchen on the lower level with walkout access to the lake.

Guest Access:
Guests have full access to the cottage, yard, and private dock. The property is available for weekly rentals during the prime season, running Saturday to Saturday. Bring your boat and enjoy direct access to Torch River, with quick routes into both Torch Lake and Lake Bellaire.

Getting Around:
The cottage is a short drive to the charming town of Alden, where you can browse local shops, sample wines, or grab an ice cream cone. A bit further is Bellaire, home to great golf courses and the renowned Short's Brewing Company. The area is best explored by car or boat, and there's parking available on-site for your convenience.

Other Things to Note:
NO SMOKING/VAPING
NO PETS
Renters must be 25 years of age or older
We are looking for respectful renters, as the cottage is located in a quiet neighborhood with close-by neighbors.

Property manager

Paradise Properties USA
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 9:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Bellaire

Located in Bellaire, this cottage is on the waterfront. Elk Rapids District Library and Historic Elk Rapids Town Hall are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at The Chief Golf Course and Short's Brewing Company. Explore all the area has to offer with hiking/biking trails and cycling.
Map
Bellaire, MI

What's nearby

  • Clam Lake - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Clam River - 4 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Torch Lake Park - 10 min drive - 10.1 km
  • Lake Bellaire - 14 min drive - 9.1 km
  • Short's Brewing Company - 16 min drive - 19.4 km

Getting around

  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Oasis Red Bull Tavern - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪Short's Brewing Company - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Bellaire Bar & Restaurant - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪M88 Morning Grind - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Clam Lake Notre Maison Cottage pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Clam Lake Notre Maison Cottage?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Clam Lake Notre Maison Cottage?

Checkout is at 9:00 AM.

Where is Clam Lake Notre Maison Cottage located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is steps from Clam Lake and 2.1 mi (3.5 km) from Torch Lake. Clam River is 1.9 mi (3.1 km) away.

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

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9.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

8.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Marie G.

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

Fun Family week on Clam Lake and surrounding lakes!!

We had a great week on Clam Lake with family. The weather was hot, the A/C was great to have!! The only issue we had was with 7 people, if there was rain, we did not have a place to eat as the table with benches shown in the pictures was not in the cottage. Fortunately we had beautiful weather and a table cloth to eat outside. Will definitely be back up in the area again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020

6/10 Okay

patricia m.

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

Week stay at Clam

House was clean and neat. Musty and damp smell to basement. Kitchen window had crack in it, stairs to basement had steps separating with exposed nails. Large enough to drop a phone or tablet in it. Child size kitchen chairs at homemade island need to be replaced. Outside lights bulbs burned out upper level. No lights at lower outside level. Upper deck and steps need repainting as peeling paint. Tree by upper deck needs to be trimmed back. No chairs on upper deck, folding chair down by dock. The upper deck would have been great to sit out on but no chairs. 3rd bedroom in basement is actually furnace room which is in the closet. Nice piece of property and view. Downhill walk to dock is steep but very peaceful setting…. Needs some work.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dennis S.

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

Clam lake

Great time
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

David N.

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

Enjoyable stay

We have stayed at several different cottages on clam lake throughout the past 20+ years and this place was very nice. I think this house is a new rental so there’s a few small features that need to be ironed out but overall we had a great experience. Here are some pros and cons: Pros: - Private dock with convenient set up for docking boat and fishing - Outdoor entertaining areas from both top and bottom levels of house - Efficient sleeping set up with two twin bunks in one room and two couches that pull out on living room Cons - Deck built around fire pit near water is nice but the deck needs to be completed/modified as it’s a safety hazard. There’s a 3-4ft drop off around the deck and is poorly lit at night. Someone (especially a child) could easily fall off and get injured. With an added barrier/extended deck and better lighting it would be perfect. - Water is a little walk from house. Not bad but it’s on a steep slope so could be difficult for elderly. - Some beds are squeaky We also had an issue with our shower leaking but management was quick to respond and fix.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

About the host

Hosted by Paradise Properties USA

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PARADISE PROPERTIES USA
9047 HELENA
ALDEN, MI 49612

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