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Fun for everyone!
Barrel Sauna for up to 6 people with glass door lake view!
Firewood is provided!
The view from your chair, firewood is provided!
Twilight Glow on the Lake

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
6 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 22

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue
  • Balcony

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 22)

Bear Cave 1st floor

2 Single Beds and 1 King Bed

Boat Room 2nd floor

1 Queen Bed

Captain’s Quarters - 2nd floor

2 Single Beds and 1 King Bed

Elk Room 2nd floor

1 King Bed

Fish Room 2nd floor

1 Queen Bed

Lake Room 1st floor

1 Queen Bed and 4 Double Beds

5 bathrooms

Bear Cave En-Suite

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Captain's Quarters En-Suite

Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub · Hair dryer

Elk Room En-Suite

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Lake Room En-Suite

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Shared Hall Bath

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Shower Room off game room

Towels provided · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Memorial Weekend is open! 198’ pvt frontage🌊☀️🕶️ on Elk Lake

Enjoy stunning sunrises and warm bonfires with friends and family.

Elk Rapids is only 1.5 miles southwest of the house, great restaurants, shops, a grocery store, and a marina for your visit. Highly recommended are Ethanology Distillery, BOS winery, Short's Pullbarn, and Townline Ciderworks for libations. Pearl's , Cellar 152, Town Club and Riverwalk are wonderful restaurants all very close to the house.

Only 25 minutes to the wineries of Old Mission Peninsula for wine tours, 25 minutes to Shanty Creek for skiing, 15 minutes to Grand Traverse Resort golf courses, A-Ga-ming golf course, and Lochenheath golf course. Elk Lake Estate is a wonderful home base for your activities.

Welcome to Elk Lake Estate - A perfect gathering place for family and friends, sleeping up to 22 people in 14 beds! Situated on over an acre, with 198’ of private Elk Lake frontage, your waterfront paradise awaits.

Bachelor and bachelorette groups are welcome. Family reunions, special vacations, retreats, conferences, Elk Lake Estate is a nice fit with two kitchens and a snack bar (3 full sized refrigerators). Small weddings are considered, please message with details.

5000sqft, 6 bedrooms, 4 with ensuite baths, 1 shared bath, 1 shower room. 14 beds total, 3 king, 3 queen, 4 full, 4 twin.

Indoor and outdoor seating for lounging or dining with 22 people.
Sand Volleyball court, outdoor games, firepit (firewood on site), propane grill, game room with pool table, basketball, and more games. Outdoor Barrel Sauna!!!

Elk Lake is a clear, glacier lake. We have a sandy lake bottom with stone break wall.
Mid-May through Mid-September we have a 100' dock with a 10x20 dock patio over the water. Also provided is a 4000# boat lift, 4000# pontoon lift, and 2 jet ski moorings during the summer. Mid-June the swim raft goes in the water and is anchored 200' off shore.
4 adult sit on top kayaks, 2 kids kayaks, to get ready for lake fun. There are a few lifejackets, but you may want to bring your own, wearing lifejackets is recommended for all water activities (especially for children). Beach towels are provided!

Lakefront living is wonderful and comes with all that nature provides - even bugs - come prepared to enjoy the outdoors.

Plans can change, travel insurance is recommended.

Please be considerate of neighbors by observing quiet hours of 11pm to 8am.
Parking for up to 8 vehicles in the driveway, only empty boat trailers may be parked on grass.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Waterfront - use Lifejackets and supervise kids!
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
Guests limited to 22 max. Email approval required
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Used towels go in laundry room at check out. Leave all bedding in place. Dishes cleaned. Quiet time 10pm-8am. Accurate guest count required.
No fireworks of any kind allowed. Replace moved furniture in original spots. Trash pickup Friday morn, cans go top of drive Thur. night. NO Hookah!
All trash removed at checkout, must be bagged, trash not fitting in cans MUST be removed from property by guest. Grill must be cleaned at checkout.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 274728
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 22
Note from host: Guests limited to 22 max. Email approval required
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 and a deadlock

About the area

Elk Rapids

Located in Elk Rapids, this holiday home is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Torch Lake. Travelling with kids? Consider Guntzviller's Spirit of the Woods Museum and Music House Museum. Enjoy the area's slopes with snowboarding and skiing, and don't miss out on the sledging and ice skating.
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Elk Rapids, MI

What's nearby

  • Elk Lake - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Elk Rapids Golf Club - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Torch Lake - 8 min drive - 9.4 km
  • Traverse City Beach - 21 min drive - 29.5 km
  • Front Street - 26 min drive - 34.9 km

Getting around

  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Blue Water Bistro & Pizzeria - Torch Lake Pizza - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Masala Magic by Anita - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Oasis Tavern - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Pearl's New Orleans Kitchen - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Johnny's Torch Riviera - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Memorial Weekend is open! 198’ pvt frontage🌊☀️🕶️ on Elk Lake pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Memorial Weekend is open! 198’ pvt frontage🌊☀️🕶️ on Elk Lake?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Memorial Weekend is open! 198’ pvt frontage🌊☀️🕶️ on Elk Lake?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Memorial Weekend is open! 198’ pvt frontage🌊☀️🕶️ on Elk Lake?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Memorial Weekend is open! 198’ pvt frontage🌊☀️🕶️ on Elk Lake located?

This family-friendly Elk Rapids holiday home is located on the waterfront, within a 10-minute walk of Elk Lake and Elk Rapids Golf Club. Lake Michigan is 2.4 mi (3.8 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maria D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The view alone was absolutely breathtaking! We had five adults and seven kids (all age three and under), and everyone had plenty of space to sleep comfortably and spread out. The kids loved the outdoor play area and couldn’t get enough of the sand volleyball court. Having two kitchens was incredibly convenient, allowing each family their own space. We will definitely be back again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Tosha K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house is perfect. We had an amazing time. The views of the lake are beautiful and there are multiple places to see it. We are a group of 10 and there was plenty of space for all of us. The house was well equipped for everything (kitchen, outdoors, indoor games, lake and plenty of towels). The location was near Elk Rapids and there was a grocery store right down the street. Our host was so kind and always responded right away with any questions we had. Highly recommend this beautiful home on the lake!!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had such a great time! We are a group of 11 high school friends who have remained friends for over 50 years! Yes we are old! We rented a pontoon boat with plans to explore Torch Lake one day and Elk Lake another day, however the weather was unusually cold with rain off and on so we cancelled. There was so much to do in the surrounding area. We spent time in Elk Rapids, Bellaire and Alden exploring, shopping and enjoying the lake views. We spent 1/2 a day at Traverse City Resort and Spa treating ourselves to spa appointments. Day Trip to Charlevoix! What a fun town. Great lunch and drinks at Weathervane Restaurant, Gem Car Mushroom House Tour of whimsical one of a kind hobbit style houses, beautiful lake and marina views and shopping on Bridge Street. Our host Jennifer was great. Super attentive with lots of great suggestions. The VRBO was well appointed, comfortable with lots of seating areas and with great views. Well stocked kitchen, beach towels for our use, fire pit, marshmallow skewers - you name it. We all had a great time and are already planning our next trip when we can get some boating in on the lakes! Thank you Jennifer! We thoroughly enjoyed our stay!
We hand painted some rocks and left them around the fire pit. Maybe we’ll start a tradition! 🤗
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Henry M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
fantastic property & location! great for large groups
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachel B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Elk lake estate did not disappoint. It was the perfect location for my sister's bachelorette party. We used the yard for some games and the sauna was amazing after a chilly day on the boat. The kayaks were in great condition too. There were plenty of beds in the house for our large group. This would also be a very family friendly place- will definitely be coming back with my children!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jon D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic property with an amazing location on the lake. Plenty of space for 4 families to spread out both inside and outside.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Doug M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our family had a wonderful time with the house accommodating our every need of our large family.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ron L.

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

Big enough for ALL Z of us

It’s almost impossible to find a quality place that can easily handle 11 people, but this home does that and more…much more. Not only did everyone get their own bedroom and bathroom, there was enough space for everyone to get together for meals and find their own private space when they wanted some “me” time. We hope to go back even if it is pricey. Just an example of getting what you pay for. My kids equated it to Disney World. You pay more, but you leave with a lot of priceless memories.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hayden V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a great stay at Jennifer’s property. House is in a great location, very clean, and blew our expectations out of the water!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rory C.

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

Great time and host

Jennifer was very attentive and the house was perfect for our situation. Thanks!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott S.

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

Awesome House

This house is perfect for our group of 12. Easy to cook, hang out and enough rooms and beds for all of us. Being right on elk lake with kayak's available was awesome! Minutes from downtown Elk Rapids and short drive to golf courses, casino and downtown TC. Host is super responsive if needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Schuyler S.

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

Perfect family friendly property

Jennifer was kind enough to allow us to have our wedding at the elk lake estate, in the back yard under the already installed arch. We invited our closest friends and family and spent a long weekend together in the house. Everything went perfect and the house was fully equipped to handle us. The host was amazing in all aspects and we have zero complaints. Our friends and family were left in awe at the lake views and amenities, none of them have ever been to northern michigan before and thanks to the beautiful elk lake estate they are all excited to plan another trip up!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kim T.

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

Fabolous Elk Lake Vacation

Great property on Elk Lake with lots of amenities to keep you busy. Lots of space to spread out for bigger families.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tassia H.

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

Great home!

We had a wonderful time and the host was extremely fast with her responses if I needed anything or had any questions! The kids never were bored with the endless activities on property. Beautiful dock and clean lake water to swim in. We rented a pontoon and used her lift which was great! We were 27 people and the home slept in comfortably!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ELLEN Z.

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

Elk lake

Awesome property. Lots of "toys" for kiddos and adults alike!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sharon M.

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

Family Vacation

Great location, beautiful view and lots of things to do for all ages! We had a wonderful time
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather T.

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

Perfect for families!

We had a wonderful experience staying at elk lake estates over the holidays. Our family of 18 slept and played comfortably in the house. The kids had so much to do, between playing outside, in the game room or doing crafts on the tables. They often said “this is so awesome!” Owner decorated the house for the holidays and it was beautiful! Highly recommend to others for any season.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

Great Location Fall of 2023

This home is a lot larger in person, then when you see the online pictures. The layout of the home is great!! Plenty of room everywhere, and the seating is perfect for 14 guests. The owner is very attentive to your needs, and responds right away. We were originally going to plan one night of our three nights to go out to dinner, but we ended up enjoying the house so much that we just cooked in all 3 nights. Our trip was October 2023, weather was a little chilly and light rain, but we still managed in one night of a great Bon fire. This home would be a great summer rental too!! We would definitely consider this house again for future vacations.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kasi S.

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

Womens Weekend 2023

Perfect weekend! Perfect location!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leanna R.

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

Perfect Family Vacation

Our family came from all over the country and it was the perfect spot for us. The house has everything you could ask for plus it’s the ideal lake location. We couldn’t ask for anything more! Thank you for making our trip so special. We will be back.
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lynne S.

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

Wonderful Elk Lake

We spent a week at Elk Lake in this wonderful house. Within 24 hours we knew we wanted it again next year. There were twenty of us from 7 months to 66 years. So much space and areas to play or read or gather together. Everything we needed was there. The house has 2 very well supplied kitchens and so many seating areas inside and out. The lake area had crystal. Lear water fir swimming, kayaking or just replacing on the dock. Close to many outdoor beaches and wineries and hiking or many other activities. The hostess, Jennifer, communicated with us perfectly. This is the best property we have stayed on and can’t wait to go back again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William K.

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

Title

It was great
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jean B.

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

Amazing property on Elk Lake

Our family was blessed with an awesome vacation full of lasting memories. The hosts have provided everything you could possibly need for a very positive experience, including a volleyball court, a play set, game room, kayaks, fire pit (with wood!) and so much more. We had a large group, complete with lively grandchildren, but the property and home is so spacious that there was plenty of room for everyone. Our plans to go out and eat never materialized because we loved the outdoor eating areas overlooking Elk Lake and the house is well equipped with all of your cooking needs. Thanks so much to the very kind hosts for sharing their property and allowing families to enjoy their piece of Michigan heaven.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David B.

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

Friends and Family Getaway

Perfect lake house for our large group of friends and family with kids ranging from ages 2 to 16. House was stocked with everything one could need or ask for. Close to downtown Elk Rapids or short drive (20 minutes) to Traverse City. House was very spacious and never felt cramped with 22 of us all staying there. Was quiet on the lake and felt secluded at the house. Elk Rapids was 25 minutes via boat and Torch Lake was about an hour boat ride. Jennifer was an amazing host and very easy to work with from booking to check-in to check-out.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James W.

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

Perfect for us!

Our family (10 w/4 kids under 4) really enjoyed our stay at Elk Lake Estate. The house was perfect for our family and exceeded our expectations. The outdoor playset and the sand volleyball court provided hours of fun for the kids while the adults had a great view of the lake. I originally thought we would use more of the amenities (e.g. pool table and game room), but the weather was great and the kids enjoyed their toys outside. The host went out of her way to check that we had everything we needed and was immediately available for any questions. We certainly recommend this property to anyone staying in the area.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

About the host

Hosted by Jennifer

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This was our summer home while raising five children, now they are grown and busy. We want to share the lake and memory making possibilities with our guests. We hope you enjoy it as much as we do!

Why they chose this property

After visiting many lakes in Michigan, we found the best one for our family. Elk Lake is a perfect combination of clear Caribbean water, low boating traffic, and it's close to a charming town with great restaurants. Our favorites are Town Club, Pearls, and Riverwalk Grill. The food trucks and beers at Shorts Pullbarn are delicious. For pizza try Chef Charles.

What makes this property unique

Amazing views down Elk Lake, on a clear day you can see the south end of the lake which is about seven miles away! Those views are accessible from almost every room of the house. Elk Lake is connected to Torch Lake through Skegamog Lake and Torch River, spend an entire day boating the famous Chain of Lakes.

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