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Newly Renovated Cute Cottage on Crooked Lake - aka, Baby Bear

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View from the cover portion of the large Trek deck built around 3 large trees
Fall view by the lake
Fall deck view
Property grounds
Looking up from the Lake

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 683.6 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Atlanta, MI
  • Clear Lake State Park
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Garland
    ‪38 min drive‬
  • West Twin Lake
    ‪41 min drive‬
  • Alpena, MI (APN-Alpena County Regional)
    ‪50 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 6)

Master Bedroom

1 Double Futon and 1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Newly Renovated Cute Cottage on Crooked Lake - aka, Baby Bear

This cottage has it's own dock, a newly added metal roof with skylights, and includes a canoe with the rental. Beautiful 600 sq/ft Trex deck built in the trees high above the lake. Large 2 acre lot, so lots of privacy.

Rental includes 5 watercraft at no additional charge. The breakdown is 2 kayaks, 2 fishing boats, and 1 canoe. The 8 ft fishing boat includes an electric motor. No mixing of oil/gas just charge it as needed.

This cottage is next door to the larger Atlanta house., Papa Bear. Great for family re-unions or large groups. Papa Bear will be available for rent from Memorial Day to Labor Day.

Located on Crooked Lake which is a no-wake lake, i.e., no jet ski's or fast boats. Great for fishing, canoeing and swimming! The house sits high on a hill overlooking the lake.

Sleeper sofa and inflatable mattress sleeps up to 6 people total. Master bedroom has a queen size bed. Fireplace, fire pit and a deck overlooking the lake. Water craft included at no extra charge.

Include all dished, pots and pans, linens, and towels.

Newly redone bathroom with a jet tub, all new fixtures, new window and drywall. Very clean, light and modern.

New wood flooring, new 49" HDTV TV, additional 38" HDTV for DVD's, 20 or so DVD to watch.

Property manager

Amy Hopewell Edwards

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 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, service animals permitted
There is a $50 pet fee. ABSOLUTELY NO PIT-BULLS
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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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Atlanta

Located in Atlanta, this cottage is in a rural area and on a lake. Garland and Cedar Valley Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Clear Lake State Park and West Twin Lake. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and cycling.
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Atlanta, MI

What's nearby

  • Clear Lake State Park - 18 min drive - 22.4 km
  • Garland - 38 min drive - 36.1 km
  • West Twin Lake - 41 min drive - 39.4 km
  • Little Bear Lake - 42 min drive - 39.1 km
  • Wild Frontier Fun Park - 47 min drive - 46.9 km

Getting around

  • Alpena, MI (APN-Alpena County Regional) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chatter's Bullpen Bar & Grill - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Lucky D's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Baklava Shop - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Elk Crossing Cafe - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪J D's Pizza Place - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Newly Renovated Cute Cottage on Crooked Lake - aka, Baby Bear pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

What time is check-in at Newly Renovated Cute Cottage on Crooked Lake - aka, Baby Bear ?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Newly Renovated Cute Cottage on Crooked Lake - aka, Baby Bear ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Newly Renovated Cute Cottage on Crooked Lake - aka, Baby Bear located?

Situated on a lake, this cottage is within 16 miles (25 km) of Clear Lake State Park, Garland and Omh Montmorency Medical Clinic. West Twin Lake and Brush Creek Mill are also within 20 miles (32 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 118 out of 138 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 138 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 138 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 138 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 138 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kent I.

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

Crooked Lake

Cabin was what we expected per the website - delightful. Very quiet pond with decent fishing.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas H.

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

Great place!

Excellent place to stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott R.

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

Crooked Lake

Peaceful, relaxing stay. Nice accomodations.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tammie H.

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

Beautiful view for a peaceful getaway!

The view of water is amazing. Being able to sit outside on the beautiful Trex deck (no splinters) to eat and relax is priceless. The cabin is cute and clean. Anything you could need during your stay is already there.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike B.

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

MI Trip

This rental was exactly what we had hoped it would be. Beautiful spot on a quiet lake! We loved it!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathy F.

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

Relaxing cabin with a great deck and awesome view

I wish I would've stayed longer. Great location by a quiet lake. Very private. Loved the deck and the cabin felt very homey. I would definitely love to book again. Had a lot of fun
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan H.

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

Comfortable cabin with a beautiful view

We had a very enjoyable and relaxing weekend. The cabin was very clean and comfortable. We especially enjoyed eating on the deck overlooking the water and having a fire down by the lake in the evening. Marc is a very friendly and accommodating host.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Barbara G.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy

Baby Bear

Beautiful view of the lake. Good fishing. The pictures donot depict the uncomfortable furniture in the house. The deck needed to be cleaned.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl S.

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

Great view of lake

Very nice cottage. The deck was great. The lake was very clear you could see fish and turtles in the water. Watched a loon swim under my kayak. Very nice and relaxing time.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Kenneth K.

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

Making Memories

Property was beautiful and relaxing!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joyce S.

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

Quiet

Water
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

David L.

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

Good time

Family vacation
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Martin Z.

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

Peaceful Getaway

We loved it! The view, the deck, the lake and kayaks were big hits. Mark was a great host for a a peaceful getaway.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ingrid W., St Joseph, USA

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

Relaxing lake adventure

Nice cozy cottage on Crooked Lake.otot boat for fishing, kayaks and a dock. Cottage was just enough for our family of 4.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

David K.

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

A Great place to unwind

The property was as described with a wonderful deck that overlooks the lake. Marc is an excellent host and will make sure you have everything you need to have a wonderful time!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emelia S.

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

annual trip

we loved it here! We drove 9 hours from our home, but little baby bear was cozy and felt like we were at home. we definitely recommend it to anyone! It’s beautiful, the lake is amazingly clear. The owner stopped down and talked to us, he was super friendly!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

SC400Flawless 6.

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

Paradise

This was just what we needed to unwind. The cabin was perfect, and the lake views were beautiful. Loved hearing the loons in the morning with our morning coffee. Marc was a superb host. We will deffinately be back
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sherry S.

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

Little piece of heaven

We were looking for a nice long weekend to unwind and relax… this place was it! The lake was peaceful and beautiful! The view from the property was amazing! Fishing from the dock and boat relaxing! Teaching our youngest pup to “dock dive” so much fun! The cabin has everything you need! Marc is a great host!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Theresa C.

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

Private, quiet and peaceful

Very private, quiet and peaceful location. It rained most of our stay, but the lake and leaves were so pretty. We had games, puzzles and lots of channels on the rain days. The manager was very friendly and even left us a little gift when we arrived. We really did have everything thing we needed except for food. Thanks for a wonderful visit.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

Katherine R.

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

Quaint cabin

When we arrived it was very easy check in. We liked that it had all of the amenities that we needed and more. I wasn’t able to contact the host in regards to a few suggestions. My small dog was able to climb under the futons where she found multiple m&ms and ended up ingesting them. We proceeded to pull back the futon and vacuumed underneath where we found many more food items. I did email the host but with no response. The dock was nice to fish off of and swim. Very beautiful piece of property.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura C.

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

Quiet getaway

What a gem! We were looking for a quiet, cozy getaway and we found it! The lake is crystal clear and the fishing was great! The cabin was clean and just perfect for the 2 of us and our dog! And the coveted gazebo was perfect for listening to the rain!The lake is very calm, perfect for a small boat. The host Mark was so nice and hospitable! Can't wait to come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christopher C.

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

Fishing Cabin

Everything went great and the fishing was phenomenal. Definitely some of the best largemouth, small mouth, and pike fishing that I've had on smaller lakes up north. The fishing boat with a small gas engine was a nice touch and worked great for getting around the lake. The welcome bag of wine, meat, and cheese was great as well. The deck was a perfect place to eat meals and perfect having both a gas and charcoal grill on the deck available for grilling. Would definitely come back in a heartbeat!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan C.

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

A perfect, peaceful getaway!

We enjoyed a lovely, peaceful week at Baby Bear and are already looking forward to our next visit. Having the kayaks and direct lake access was a really nice bonus as we went out almost everyday. The cabin is well appointed but with the amazing deck, you won't be inside much. If we weren't kayaking we were sitting on the deck enjoying the beautiful view. The wildlife was a great bonus...the loon couple delighted us with their calls and long running take off's, and while kayaking Crooked Creek (off the lake) we saw a bobcat on the shoreline. If you are looking to get away from it all and enjoy the beauty of nature, this is the place for you!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dan F.

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

pictures don't do justice

The only way to enjoy the view from the tree house deck, that overlooks the lake, is to DO IT! Couldn't have enjoyed it more. What a lovely and charming place! Cottage was bright and cheery. Everything was perfect!!! Quiet, serene and beautiful! Marc went above and beyond to make our stay one of the best getaways my wife and I have ever had. A cottage with a million dollar view!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Patrizia G.

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

Cozy cottage retreat

Beautiful property overlooking Crooked Lake. Quiet and serene setting, nice deck and gazebo for reading, lounging with your morning coffee or afternoon cocktail. Rustic Baby Bear cottage has everything you’ll need for 2 people. Boats available for kayaking or fishing... inclement weather conditions did not per permit us to use them. Located 35 minutes west to Gaylord or east to Alpena. Friendly and attentive property owner nearby. Great getaway in Michigan’s Elk Capital...heard their calls and many owls too!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2019

About the host

Hosted by Amy Hopewell Edwards

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Baby Bear was the 2nd of the 4 houses purchased in the Atlanta area. The 3 Bears are all next to one another and this one is in between Mama and Papa Bear. Goldilocks is on sandy Clear Lake 10 minutes north of the Bears.

While the smallest of the 4 homes, it has the most charm.

Why they chose this property

This house is often rented in conjunction with Papa Bear given it's location next door. This is great for family reunions or larger groups of friends and is discounted by 33% when rented as a group.

What makes this property unique

This Permalog home is very energy efficient - warm in the in the winter and cool in the summer with one small A/C unit. The new green metal roof with skylights add charm and really lights up the living room.

The new bathroom has a jet tub and was completely redone in 2012. The kitchen is fully stocked and the 49" HDTV has most all of the Direct TV channels including HBO and sports channels.
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