Torch Lake Waterfront Cottage - Your New Happy Place

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A red wooden house with a deck, outdoor seating, and a large window.
A lakeside camping area with a pile of firewood, a metal barrel, and a canoe rack under trees.
A wooden structure with several kayaks and a canoe.
A rustic outdoor setting with a metal sculpture featuring pinecone and pine branch designs, surrounded by rocks and grass.
A metal fire pit with pinecone decorations, surrounded by rocks, near a lake with a boat in the background.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Torch Lake

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Toys
  • Barbecue
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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Bellaire, MI
  • Place, Torch Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Lake Bellaire
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Boyne Mountain
    ‪49 min drive‬
  • Airport, Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪54 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Birch Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

Sailing Bunkroom

2 Single Bunk Beds

Trillium Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Woodland Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

First Floor Bathroom

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Second Floor Bathroom

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Dining area

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About the area

Bellaire

Located in Bellaire, this cottage is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Short's Brewing Company and The Chief Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Torch Lake and Lake Michigan. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the sledging and snowmobiling.
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Map
Bellaire, MI

What's nearby

  • Torch Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Lake Bellaire - 10 min drive - 11.2 km
  • Traverse City Beach - 48 min drive - 63.4 km
  • Boyne Mountain - 49 min drive - 59.7 km
  • Front Street - 53 min drive - 68.8 km

Getting around

  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 57 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪M88 Morning Grind - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Short's Brewing Company - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Toonies Fish & Steakhouse - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Fireside Lounge - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Torch Lake Waterfront Cottage - Your New Happy Place pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Torch Lake Waterfront Cottage - Your New Happy Place?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Torch Lake Waterfront Cottage - Your New Happy Place?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Torch Lake Waterfront Cottage - Your New Happy Place?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Torch Lake Waterfront Cottage - Your New Happy Place located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Torch Lake and within 6 miles (10 km) of Intermediate Lake and Glacial Hills Pathway and Natural Area Trailhead. Lake Bellaire and Clam Lake are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 13 reviews
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Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 13 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a big family reunion with nine people. Plenty of room and with sinks in each room there was no bathroom wait. Access to the lake was so easy and all kinds of lake toys were provided. Great place to have quality family time and just enjoy nature and the lake.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved this place! We were worried about the no air conditioning because we had our young grandkids but we were there on a cool week so it was perfect. We brought our boat and hooked it to the buey off of their dock but we had strong winds for 2 days and actually scratched our boat on the deck trying to load so I really wish it would have had rubber edging around pier. Like I said though we did have unusual high winds on our trip. Overall very nice place and well stocked for cooking, towels and sand toys!!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our second year here. It was as much fun as the first year. I love the location and amenities. Great host.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our family had an amazing time at this vacation rental! The house had everything that we needed to prepare meals, be on the lake, have a campfire, and play some family games. The owner was responsive and ensured we had what we needed. We would definitely recommend this place to anyone wanting to spend time on a beautiful lake and enjoy nature and quality family time.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our second year staying at Carl’s cottage and it really is our new happy place! The house fits 4 adult couples very comfortably and there were so nice upgrades from last year. Great area, away from the more crowded areas on the south end of the lake, yet easily accessible to towns and restaurants. We enjoyed hiking on the trails nearby, which we had not done last year. Highly recommended this cottage!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Dtay on Torch Lake!

Great place to stay. It had so many amenities. Plenty to do in the beautiful Torch Lake. Kitchen was well furnished and the new appliances were a nice surprise. Plenty of rom for the 10 of us to spread out, both inside and outside.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 12 August 2024
Joseph, we are so glad your family and friends had a great vacation at our cabin on Torch Lake. Always lots to do at Torch and in the surrounding vacinity. Please consider coming back again in the years ahead, You will always be welcomed.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our multi-generational family (5 adults,4 children under the age of 5 enjoyed our stay. There was an abundance of sand toys and the sand area and water entry was great for the little guys. The kitchen and eating area were large and well supplied. The laundry ,coat room was great with the second refrigerator. The docking of our boat was easy. We loved the location on Torch Lake and highly recommend this home. The host was responsive to all questions.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
CarVer house is located in a nice area of Torch Lake, wooded and quiet. We appreciated all the provided "toys", and used the canoe, kayaks and paddle boards every day. Swimming access is good. We brought our sailboat, and it was easy to launch at a public access and tie onto the mooring buoy right in front of the dock at the house. Sailing was excellent! Everything was generously provided, lots of towels, papergoods, even firewood and lifejackets.Everything was clean, well stocked kitchen with new appliances, comfortable beds. Helpful and informative hosts. A great stay!
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is our 3rd year staying at CarVer house. We absolutely love our time at this peaceful cabin. This is the first year traveling with our new baby. It was so nice to have the travel crib available so we didn't need to bring one with us! The lake was beautiful and peaceful. It's a quick drive to Bellaire for restaurants and grocery store and to a couple farm stores, Royal Farms and Friske Farms for fresh produce and delicious PIES. We had a couple rainy days. The cabin had everything we needed as a group of 10 to keep busy on a rainy day from TV to games. If you're looking for a peaceful vacation away from the city, this is the place!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Definitely A Happy Place

We have rented in this area for over 50 years, and this house is one of the nicest. The house itself was very comfortable and nicely appointed with furniture and appliances. We were especially impressed with having a sink in every room, we've never seen that before, but it was a wonderful convenience. There was a lot of space for everyone to enjoy whatever activity they wanted, both inside and outside. They provided a lot of nice bath amenities, an abundance of fluffy towels, and plenty of kitchen supplies. We were a family of 7, but the beds can easily handle10. A floating raft and paddle boats were available for extra fun. Highly rated!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 10 July 2024
Thank you so much for your kind words! We are happy to hear you enjoyed our cabin as much as we do, and are thrilled that you had such a great experience! Best wishes, Carl
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent family vacation spot!

We were looking for a place for a family trip with my three adult children and their significant others, and this place was perfect! The property is a little secluded from the main road and between little towns, and this is exactly what we were looking for. There are neighboring cabins but not too close. The house was very clean and had plenty of sleeping room and public space for the eight of us. There is no air conditioning but there are so many windows that it was never an issue. Carl provided more necessities than any other place I've stayed in, including toilet paper, paper towels, dish detergent, towels, etc. He even let us use the firewood on the property! He was also very responsive with any questions we had. We rented a boat for a few days and were able to moor it to the buoy on the property without issue. We definitely would love to come back to this property!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 30 August 2024
Michelle, we are so glad your family had a great vacation at our cabin on Torch Lake. Always lots to do at Torch and in the surrounding vicinity. It was good to hear we exceeded your expectations. Please consider coming back again in the years ahead, You will always be welcomed.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Idyllic week at Torch Lake

We had an absolutely incredible time at the CarVer house! The cabin is nestled in the trees right on Torch Lake. We spent our days relaxing, swimming, or going out on one of the paddle boards, poke boats, or canoe. There was lots to do in the area with a scenic drive to Charlevoix or other towns around the lake, but we truly didn't need to leave the little paradise made at this home. The house and the low night light lake was the perfect location to view the Perseids meteor shower. We even got to see the Northern Lights one night and got a visit from a bald eagle. The location is also perfect to watch the sunset from the dock immediately to the west. The kitchen was well equipped to prep meals for 10. If you don't want to cook, there are great restaurants like Shorts or Dockside in Bellaire a quick drive away. And don't miss out on a pie from Friske Farms! The sink in every bedroom was so convenient for getting ready in the morning or for bed. If the weather turns to rain, it doesn't stay that way for long. The living room was there for the respite with very comfy furniture and AppleTV for entertainment. It has only been a few days since we got back to the city and we can't wait to book another trip back!
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 9 September 2024
Stephanie, we are so glad your family and friends had a great vacation at our cabin. You will always remember when you first saw the Northern Lights! Always lots to do at Torch and in the surrounding vicinity. It was good to hear we exceeded your expectations. Please consider coming back again in the years ahead, You will always be welcomed. P.S. Thanks for sending a photo of the Northern lights seen during your stay.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 18 September 2026
John, If you have a moment, we would appreciate a review of your time vacationing at CarVer Haus on Torch Lake. Carl
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