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Lakeside Cottage and detached Guest cabin sleeps 28

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private doc with mooring ball
Covered porch for Lake gazing, and star gazing at night.
lounging on the porch
Beautiful Sunsets Year round, with sand volleyball pit.
pulling up to on driveway.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
6 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 24371.6 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 24)

Bedroom 1

+2
5 Single Bunk Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

4 Single Beds

Bedroom 6

1 King Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

4 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Bathroom 4

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Lakeside Cottage and detached Guest cabin sleeps 28

150 feet of frontage on beautiful Elk Lake. The property is actually a 2 house compound. The 3500 square foot Main Cabin has 4 bedrooms and 3 full baths, includes bunk room with 5 bunk beds and covered porch with perfect lake views. The very private 1400 square foot back Guest Cabin with gorgeous fire place, 4 twin bed loft, and cozy master bedroom. Perfect for Grandparents that want a get away for the generations to enjoy together. Go swimming, boating and fishing in Northern Michigan's best kept secret Elk Lake. This is private frontage, with a bon fire pit for enjoying the amazing sunsets and personal sand volley ball pit that doubles as a giant sand box for the kids. The composite dock has large steps for swimming, and there is a mooring ball for tying off your boat. (We ask, and strictly enforce, that you not tie to the dock as storms can roll in quickly and we have lost several docks and boats over the years when guests don't use the mooring.) You are only a short boat ride from Downtown Elk Rapids and the World Famous Torch Lake Sandbar. Only about 20 minutes from Traverse City and a little farther to the wineries on Old Mission Penninsula. In wintertime it is a short ride to snowmobile trails and 35 minutes to Shanty Creek and 45 minutes to Boyne. We are able to split the properties for a cheaper rate in the late fall, winter and early spring. Rentals in June, July and August are 7 days Friday to Friday. There is a outbuilding on the property between the main house and the guest house that is not part of the rental and houses our personal items. Please be aware the property to the south is our neighbors and we ask, and will strickly enforce, that you not trespass. We will go over the guidelines on check in.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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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
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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
7 day minimum stay June through august. Friday to Friday rental during the summer

Important information

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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

About the area

Williamsburg

Located in Williamsburg, this cottage is on the waterfront. Torch Lake and Lake Michigan reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Music House Museum and Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf. Travelling with kids? Consider Guntzviller's Spirit of the Woods Museum and Centre Ice Arena. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the snowmobiling and ice skating.
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Williamsburg, MI

What's nearby

  • Elk Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Lake Skegemog - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Turtle Creek Casino - 16 min drive - 11.1 km
  • Grand Traverse Resort Golf Course - 23 min drive - 16.9 km
  • Torch Lake - 24 min drive - 22.9 km

Getting around

  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Season's Buffet - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Blue Water Bistro & Pizzeria - Torch Lake Pizza - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Bourbons 72 - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Johnny's Torch Riviera - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Torch River Shack - ‬22 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lakeside Cottage and detached Guest cabin sleeps 28 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Lakeside Cottage and detached Guest cabin sleeps 28?

As of 16 March 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lakeside Cottage and detached Guest cabin sleeps 28 on 11 May 2026 start from NZ$1,593, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Lakeside Cottage and detached Guest cabin sleeps 28?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Lakeside Cottage and detached Guest cabin sleeps 28?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lakeside Cottage and detached Guest cabin sleeps 28?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Lakeside Cottage and detached Guest cabin sleeps 28 located?

This family-friendly Williamsburg cottage is located on the waterfront, within 1 mi (2 km) of Lake Skegemog and Elk Lake. Haynes Lake and Turtle Creek Casino are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 30 reviews
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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Shrineil P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay for us and our friends that were attending a wedding at the other house on the property. Close enough to things to do, restaurants and shopping/groceries.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachael F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect property for our group.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Oliver S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
An amazing property with a cool history. Right on the Lake. The host was great and I would love to go back some day.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
10/10 recommend this host and property! Our extended family had a tremendous weekend. The beds were comfortable, rooms were spacious, kitchen met our big needs, dining room table and outdoor seating allowed us to sit together for meals. We were comfortable and happy here!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dale H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful setting, plenty of room inside and out for our clan of 21. Owner was nearby and quickly responded to any request.This was our third year in a row and booked for another next year.
Sunsets were fabulous!
Secluded cove at the south end of the lake.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is without a doubt THE best property for a large group on Elk Lake! Anything and everything you might need has been provided; nothing has been overlooked. Truly a magical property, and we can only hope to someday return!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rick S.

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

Great stay

House and property were awesome. Lots of space, lake was awesome, house had everything we needed.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott S.

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

Golf trip

We absolutely loved our stay at this stunning property! The hosts were simply amazing to work with.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chokha P.

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

Great location and experience

The property was great. Loved the experience.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristen V.

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

Great stay

We had a great time staying over Memorial Day weekend! Everything was very clean and the owner was very responsive. Would love to come back again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Dale H.

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

Great for large group

Great place for our family of 19 on the quiet end of Elk Lake. Lots of room for yard games. Host was very responsive to any needs.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debra B.

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

Great place to stay with a big group

We really enjoyed staying at your place on a bitter cold winter weekend. We were a full team of hockey players and the ability for us to split off into the other house was great. Plenty of hot water and warmth and a well stocked kitchen was wonderful. Hoping that it will be a yearly event!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin B.

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

Introducing Friends to Northern Michigan

Perfect property and location to relax and enjoy this beautiful area! Great property to explore the area from or just stay put! Jeffrey was extremely welcoming and responsive!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

amy K.

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

Beautiful lake front

Well appointed, massive sleeping options, beautiful lake front, guest cottage perfect get away but the main house needed a deep clean. Owner was easy to communicate with, check in super easy, overall our large family had a nice vacation.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrew M.

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

Great Stay Near Teaverse

We had a great trip here. The home is perfect for multi generational family where grandparents have their own space. It’s quiet and private yet close to Traverse, sleeping bear, cherry picking, etc. definitely do a day to Torch Lake sandbar if it’s warm. Overall, great stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Family F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Lakeside Cottage and cabin rental was absolutely wonderful for our family. 16 adults and 8 grandkids! The kitchen was perfect for cooking and serving meals. The views out front were spectacular. There were plenty of loungers and the beach volleyball/sandbox created lots of entertainment for the kids and adults. We brought our own sand toys and a little pool for the toddlers. We rented a pontoon for boat rides and also for fishing at Skegemog Lake or swimming at the sand bar. Wonderful family memories were created here.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey B.

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

Outstanding Property

The property is amazing and better than advertised. The owners are responsive and helpful. Would suggest staying here to any large group.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vicki A.

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

That lake view!

Perfect location for our annual family reunion/vacation! The house was both cozy and roomy, with everything we needed for meals and relaxation! Our host was excellent in responding to the one small problem we had! Hope to make it an annual location!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

james k.

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

Vacation Paradise in Michigan

Amazing property with the best views on Elk Lake. There was no need to leave the property as it has it all: views, water sports, volleyball, fire pit, cornhole. It was one of the best family vacations we have ever taken. The owners were wonderful and we are thankful they let us share a piece of their paradise.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan W.

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

Tranquil setting

The setting is just beautiful, sun sets every night were amazing. The house was very large with enough room for 10 grandchildren and 6 adults. The smaller home was comfortable, had everything we needed and was very quiet. Area activities, food shopping and wineries were very close by. It was just beautiful and would highly recommend a stay!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicole C.

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

Repeat Visitors!

We have been staying on Jeffery and Alisa property for three years and hope to continue the tradition. We bring family from all over the Midwest to meet up north and enjoy the fresh air and lake! The home is very accommodating to large family gatherings. The hosts are very responsive and helpful. We make lasting memories at their locations!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary W.

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

Soccer team getaway

Six families stayed at this property for a soccer tournament in Traverse City. We each had our own room. The two houses are large and clean. Check in was a breeze. It was nice to have items in the kitchen to help with preparing meals, and the laundry facilities really came in handy with washing uniforms between games. I wish we could have enjoyed the outside more! The lake is beautiful, the volleyball court was awesome, and the chairs outside were a great touch to make the space feel warm and inviting. Overall, we would recommend this property for a large group!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danielle B.

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

Family Vacation

We stayed here for our yearly family vacation and had a blast! The place was large enough for our big group and clean!! We loved the covered patio along with the screened in porch because we did have some rainy days! The guest house was also a nice addition as it allowed some of the family a nice quiet place to stay. The location is great as it is very close to downtown elk rapids along with meijer and the casino! The host Jeff was awesome with communication! If we had any issues or questions he responded immediately! Thank you for an amazing stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Our vacation at Elk Lake

Thank you for allowing us to rent your beautiful cottage on Elk Lake. Everyone had a great time. All expectations were met. A couple of problems were resolved however you might want to invest in an ice maker and some individual chairs for the back porch and area when everyone wanted to get together. We recommend your cottage for any large groups and hope to use it again. The Merlo Group
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dale H.

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

Lots of space

We found everything clean when we arrived and loved the "Up North" decor of the two houses. The main house was very roomy during the day for our clan of 21 and the large yard was great for outdoor activities. A rainy day was still enjoyed thanks to the the ping pong table and the covered porch areas. Jeff, our host, was staying nearby so he was readily available for questions and was quick to respond to a couple of minor issues that we had. Hoping to return soon.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Jeff Thewes

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We have owned the property since 1997. The original property is part of a piece that was homesteaded as a pig farm in the 1800s and then sold to Chester Drake in 1916. He was sold about 1500 feet of frontage and almost 100 acres for $800. The property was divided and Mr. Drakes family still owns the cottage just to the south of us. They have the original land contract from over 100 years ago. Mr. Drake built a Sears and Roebuck House on the northern part of the property which is 2 doors up from the rental and is still there today. He sold the property for the main house to Mr. Kellyman in the 1960s. You can see that the house has been renovated from a simple cottage to one with a large living room and bunk room. My brothers and sister and I were looking for a vacation cottage in the mid 90s and looked for years for a special place that could accommodate the 6 of us. We had just about given up, but in the summer of 1997, our realtor called us and told us he had the place we would buy.

For us it was love at first site and we closed July 1 of 1997. Over the next few years the 6 of us all got married and had kids. Lots of kids, My parents have 26 grandchildren. With the explosion in family members, we decided to convert the back pole barn into a guest house for expansion in 1999. The neighbor just to the north was also one of Chester Drake's grandchildren, and they were getting older, and sold us their property in 2000. We had those places for 11 years, then we were able to buy the original Sears and Roebuck house and the large timberframe and polebarn that are 2 properties north.

Our mom passed away in November of 2021, the grandkids are getting older, and we don't use the place as much as we would like. It is still our favorite place on earth, and we are glad to share it with others through VRBO.

Why they chose this property

Large amount of frontage and bedrooms can accommodate generations of family members. The lake is pristine, and the place for a perfect "Up North" vacation.

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