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Shellway Cottage | Walk to Torch Lake

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Exterior
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Exterior
Outdoor dining
Outdoor dining

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Rapid City, MI
  • Torch Lake
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Torch Lake Park
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Elk Lake
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪40 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom #1 Main Floor Primary Ensuite - Full

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom #2 Main Floor Hallway - Full - Shared

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Shellway Cottage | Walk to Torch Lake

Summary:
Walk to Torch Lake (2/10 mile to public access point)  or Bring your boat to put in & out at the nearby boat launch.
This charming home features hardwood floors and a spacious living room that's perfect for gathering with friends and family.  Sleeping arrangements are plentiful with five comfortable beds, including cozy bunk beds for the kids.  Two spacious bathrooms that provide plenty of privacy and convenience.

The Space:
The dining area includes a table that seats 4 people comfortably, and there are two additional seats at the bar.  Both spaces are overlooking the back deck, making it the perfect spot for enjoying meals or simply relaxing with a cup of coffee or a glass of wine.  The kitchen is well equipped, making it easy to prepare meals and snacks during your stay.

Guest Access:
Guests have access to the entire home and property except for the garage. There is currently no grill at this property.

Other Things to Note:
*Garage is off limits to renters.  Plenty of off street parking.
Sorry, NO smoking & NO pets
We require our renters to be 25 years of age or older

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Amenities

Kitchen
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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

Rapid City

Located in Rapid City, this holiday home is in a rural area. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Torch Lake and Lake Michigan. Guntzviller's Spirit of the Woods Museum and Flintfields Horse Park are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby scuba diving, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and hiking/biking trails.
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Rapid City, MI

What's nearby

  • Torch Lake - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Torch River - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Torch Lake Park - 6 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Elk Lake - 12 min drive - 6.2 km
  • Turtle Creek Casino - 23 min drive - 27.8 km

Getting around

  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Oasis Tavern - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Kritters Hide Away - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Pearl's New Orleans Kitchen - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪The Dam Shop - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Johnny's Torch Riviera - ‬16 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Shellway Cottage | Walk to Torch Lake pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Shellway Cottage | Walk to Torch Lake?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Shellway Cottage | Walk to Torch Lake?

Checkout is at 9:00 AM.

Where is Shellway Cottage | Walk to Torch Lake located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Torch River and Torch Lake. Torch Lake Park and Lake Skegemog are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 10 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Gabrielle M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and nice personal touches like beach towels, and make up wipes in the bathroom! Fully stocked kitchen as well!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deb K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property, lots of space for our family. We were returning guests and appreciate the location and space. I would recommend bringing extra blankets and note the 9AM checkout is very early.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Abbie L.

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

Cute cabin

We had a great time at the property and found it to be conveniently located to the Sandbar. Quiet and clean. Communication with property manager was really great.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

mike s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property great location everything we needed was there.beds extremely comfortable. This was the second year we rented the house! I felt like I was walking into my own home. Thx again for sharing your home
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gordon K.

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

Torch lake on a budget

Very clean, kitchen was well equipped. Bummed it didn't have an outside grill. Furnishings were in great shape and modern. The addition of access to the washer and dryer would be nice.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

William S.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place, great location

It was perfect foe us. The only negative was no availability of a dryer for beach towels.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie G.

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

Clean and cozy

The house was super clean and cozy. The only downfall is two out of the 3 bedrooms do not have a television, so our friends were a little disappointed in that, but everything else was great. Nice short drive to dock the boat and head to Torch Lake sandbar. WE LOVED IT!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Lesa T.

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

Clean house

The house was as stated. It’s the only Vrbo I’ve ever stayed in that did not give access to washer/dryer. So that’s one reason I won’t stay there again. The house has a lovely shaded deck that we took full advantage. The street that the house faces is quiet with friendly neighbors. However, the street right next to the house is a cut thru and very noisy starting at 7am, then picks up again in the afternoon. The next door dirt bikes and 4 wheelers during dinner were also not appreciated.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Darin D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent family home. Very clean and well taken care of. Great service and friendly group! Very much recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

William H.

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

Bills blog

All ok
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

About the host

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PARADISE PROPERTIES USA
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ALDEN, MI 49612

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