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BIRCH COTTAGE - Modern Lake House w/ shared Frontage on Thayer Lake

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Exterior
Living area
Living area
Interior
Private kitchen

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Alden, MI
  • Torch Lake
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Clam River
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Torch Lake Park
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪48 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Queen Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Kitchen

About this property

BIRCH COTTAGE - Modern Lake House w/ shared Frontage on Thayer Lake

Discover the perfect blend of lakeside charm and the modern ambiance of Alden, MI. Conveniently located between Traverse City and Charlevoix Michigan, check out our updated Birch Cottage. This 3 bed/2 bath home features every modern amenity to comfort you and your guests. With direct shared frontage to Thayer Lake, you’ll enjoy a secret paradise for fisherman. The Cottage comes with shared use of our guest kayaks, canoes and access to our private sandy beach. You can see the lake from the kitchen and patio. As an added convenience, guests can utilize their own in-unit washer and dryer. The living room features the added bonus of a queen sleeper sofa for additional guests. Relax outdoors with your private bonfire pit, outdoor seating and grill.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air conditioning
Barbecue

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 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
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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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Alden

Alden is home to this holiday home. Twisted Fish Gallery and Guntzviller's Spirit of the Woods Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Elk Rapids District Library and Historic Elk Rapids Town Hall.
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Map
Alden, MI

What's nearby

  • Torch Lake - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Clam River - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Clam Lake - 3 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Torch Lake Park - 9 min drive - 7.9 km
  • Lake Bellaire - 12 min drive - 8.3 km

Getting around

  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Oasis Tavern - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Short's Brewing Company - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪The Dockside - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Shanty Creek Resorts - ‬19 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is BIRCH COTTAGE - Modern Lake House w/ shared Frontage on Thayer Lake pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at BIRCH COTTAGE - Modern Lake House w/ shared Frontage on Thayer Lake?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at BIRCH COTTAGE - Modern Lake House w/ shared Frontage on Thayer Lake?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is BIRCH COTTAGE - Modern Lake House w/ shared Frontage on Thayer Lake located?

Situated in Alden, this holiday home is within 2 miles (3 km) of Torch Lake, Clam River and Clam Lake. Lake Bellaire and Torch Lake Park are also within 6 miles (10 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. 31 out of 36 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 36 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 36 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 36 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 36 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jerry J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice property! Great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

KENNETH D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a great time. Cottage was clean and comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean, nicely decorated, perfect location ( just down from Butch's and Dockside ) Kids loved going down and fishing in Thayer lake. 2nd time staying here, 10 outa 10!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

nicole b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay for our family. Husband and I enjoyed fishing off the many docks
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel N.

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

Great place to stay

Very nice place to stay. Owners are friendly and accommodating.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Madelyn K.

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

Perfect Cottage!

We love staying here! Location is great, and the cottage is always clean and stocked with all the general supplies you could need!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elisabeth K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderul trip! The owners were super helpful and quick to respond to questions! The house was perfect for us and just like the pictures. We really enjoyed jumping into the lake and loved that we could walk to it! Very peaceful and relaxing!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a lovely stay at Birch Cottage. The house and grounds were exactly as described. We loved the peaceful environment with direct access to Thayer Lake and the close proximity to Torch Lake. We were traveling with little ones, so it was great to have a washing machine and lots of outdoor space to play.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ellen C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful house and location. We had an excellent time at the Birch Cottage and will certainly be returning next year!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa P.

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

Very clean

Loved the location and the house was very clean and updated . Had planets of room for 5 of us!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sicily K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We really enjoyed our stay at the Birch Cottage! The house and amenities were exactly how they were described. We had a blast taking out the canoe and enjoyed the peaceful atmosphere. If we are ever in the area again, we would book this cottage in a heartbeat!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shelly B.

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

Most relaxing

We came for an extended weekend. Everything was close. Very enjoyable/ relaxing time with friends.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Pamela L.

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

Getaway with Sisters & Mom

The Birch is a lovely place, a nice open living area & the bedrooms suited our need for 6 adults. So many areas nearby to see the beauty of Northern Michigan we spent our days wandering. Never did take the time to enjoy the shared lake area of the property.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cindy L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage is very cute and we had everything we needed for sleeping and cooking meals. It’s very close to Torch Lake. I especially loved the bedroom with all the windows. Very bright and cheery. We stayed on 2 really hot days. Thanks to one of the reviews of the A/C not keeping up we brought fans which made it perfect.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen G.

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

Fun family time

Our family loved this place as a great gathering spot. It’s very clean and spacious, with ample room for everyone. We also have easy access to Lake Thayer, where we enjoyed kayaking. The hosts were incredibly friendly and helpful, making our experience even better. I highly recommend this place to anyone looking for a fun and welcoming gathering spot.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen S.

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

Excellent property

We went up for a wedding in Bellaire and this location was perfect. We had quiet time with the fire pit but drove just a mile down the road and enjoyed the restaurant on torch lake. The house has plenty of room for everyone. Just bring fans because air conditioner doesn’t always reach to every room! We will definitely come back when we have more time to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

James R. A.

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

Thayer Lake Cottages

Everything was wonderful. Our family was able to stay close to our Thayer Lake home in great accommodations with a fine winter setting.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike and Leslie W.

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

Cute place in a nice location

We had a nice stay. It was very clean and close to all that we wanted to do.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

charity w.

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

Girls weekend trip

We had a wonderful stay. It was a quiet getaway and was in a great location to have short day trips to beaches and shops and be back at the house for the night.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Excellent location.

Great location for a torch lake stay. Excellent amenities! Host's even had a boat to rent!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jody W.

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

Alden stay. Quaint

Comfortable home, good communication, easy access, nice area, offers much convenience and lake access.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rowaida

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We stayed here over the summer on a mothers and daughters trip! I can's say enough amazing things about this place and its host. Very clean, great location, comfy beds!!! Thank you!! we'll be back
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Danyelle R.

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

Lake stay

We had the best time! The property was clean, comfortable and peaceful. We already can’t wait to go back! Thanks so much for your hospitality Rachael ❤️
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bree P.

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

Lovely cottage

Very spacious and clean. Comfy beds and pillows. Grounds are very well kept. Enjoyed using the kayaks. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Teri R.

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

Birch cottage

Beautiful home! Perfect location! Our family had a great time fishing on Thayer Lake using the provided boats and Kayaks. The only problem is we wish we would have stayed longer!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

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Hosted by Rachael

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