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PINE COTTAGE - Pet Friendly Lakefront Cottage on Thayer Lake

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A lakeside seating area with chairs and a fire pit, overlooking a calm lake and forested hills.
A wooden cabin interior with a dining table, chairs, a sofa, and a television.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a microwave, an oven, and a sink.
A small, single-story house with a sloped roof, surrounded by dense trees and a lake.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, granite countertop, and a dining area with a wooden table and chairs.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • A quiet escape
    Guests like the location for the peace and quiet.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Torch Lake
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Internet access

Explore the area

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Alden, MI
  • Place, Thayer lake
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Torch Lake
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Boyne Mountain
    ‪45 min drive‬
  • Airport, Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪41 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Living Room 1

1 Queen Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

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

Spaces

Kitchen
Separate dining area
Number of living rooms
Garden
Dining area

About this property

PINE COTTAGE - Pet Friendly Lakefront Cottage on Thayer Lake

Enjoy the quiet lakefront ambiance of the Pine Cottage at Thayer Lake Cottages. This 2 bed/1 bath cottage is an ideal option for smaller groups or families. The Pine comes complete with all of the essentials for a summer retreat including private bonfire pit, outdoor seating, grill, picnic table and private dock. Rowboats, kayaks and canoes are available for guest use.

Pets are welcome subject to an additional pet fee.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
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

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 3 pets total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please strip used sheets and leave them on a pile on the beds.
Leave soiled towels in the shower.
Remove trash and place it in the dumpster by the shed
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 4024532vb
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 no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Alden

Alden is home to this cabin. Elk Rapids District Library and Historic Elk Rapids Town Hall are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Torch Lake and Grass River Natural Area.
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Alden, MI

What's nearby

  • Thayer lake - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Torch Lake - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Torch Lake Park - 8 min drive - 9.0 km
  • Traverse City Beach - 34 min drive - 48.3 km
  • Boyne Mountain - 45 min drive - 73.6 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪M88 Morning Grind - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Shanty Creek Resorts - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Short's Brewing Company - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Johnny's Torch Riviera - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is PINE COTTAGE - Pet Friendly Lakefront Cottage on Thayer Lake pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 3 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at PINE COTTAGE - Pet Friendly Lakefront Cottage on Thayer Lake?

As of 12 September 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at PINE COTTAGE - Pet Friendly Lakefront Cottage on Thayer Lake on 15 September 2026 start from NZ$958, 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.

What time is check-in at PINE COTTAGE - Pet Friendly Lakefront Cottage on Thayer Lake?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at PINE COTTAGE - Pet Friendly Lakefront Cottage on Thayer Lake?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is PINE COTTAGE - Pet Friendly Lakefront Cottage on Thayer Lake located?

Situated in Alden, this cabin is within a 5-minute walk of Thayer lake and Torch Lake. Clam River and Clam Lake are also within 2 miles (3 km).

About the host

Hosted by Rachael

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