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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

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

Map
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.

Property manager

Rachael
Premier Host

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Barbecue grill

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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. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Torch Lake and Torch Lake Park.
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

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Oasis Red Bull Tavern - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪Short's Brewing Company - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Bellaire Bar & Restaurant - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪M88 Morning Grind - ‬15 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

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 17 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 17 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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

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

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

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

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

Joshua D.

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

Fantastic Stay!

This property is fantastic! Access to Thayer lake and public access to Torch right up the road. The perfect spot if you want to enjoy time on Torch Lake and do a little fishing at Thayer Lake. The house was very clean and had everything we needed to cook throughout the week. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dawn B.

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

Girls trip

We had so much fun in this adorable fully refurbished home. Beautiful yard, cute fire pit out back. We even rented their amazing and brand new boat to go out on Torch Lake.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Madelyn K.

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

Loved this property!

This property is renovated beautifully! The location was perfect for what we were looking for to be close to my family’s lake house. There was ample room, the space was very clean, we loved the bonfire pit and the large space to park our boat on the trailer. The home was stocked with anything you’d need in a rental! We didn’t have time to utilize the kayaks, but hopefully next year! We loved our stay, thanks again for the hospitality, Rachael!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Rental on Thayer lake, near Torch Lake

4 teenagers and 2 adults enjoyed a perfect vacation enjoying the beauty of Thayer Lake and Torch lake. Early July was cooler temperatures but having the kayaks available to use was perfect for the lake. House was big enough for sleeping, hanging out with the teens. Plenty of yard space for outdoor games and fires for s’mores. Hosts were great with the house being so clean. Very nice spot!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amber F.

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

Great Location!

It was a great home, plenty of space for us and we loved the short walk to the lake. The access to the kayaks was wonderful, had a nice fire pit with wood for sale close by. Caught bass, pumpkin seed and blue gill from the lake. Not much boat or kayak traffic this early in the summer either which was nice! Easy drive to torch lake with many arenas to rent boats from and a quick drive to downtown to the small shops. Would stay here again!
Stayed 3 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

Kelly B.

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

Quiet and relaxing. Close to Torch Lake

Took a little family vacation. It was absolutely amazing. Nice and clean house. Sat outside having a bonfire watching the deer come really close to us. Peaceful and relaxing. Bonus it was only 5 minutes to Torch Lake boat launch. We were only there for 3 days. Next year going for a week
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Valentina C.

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

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

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