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*Perfect Waterfront Home* (Skegemog/Torch/Elk)

*Perfect Waterfront Home* (Skegemog/Torch/Elk)

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Beautiful sunset over the lake
View of the northern lights from the yard
Beach
Pool

Overview of *Perfect Waterfront Home* (Skegemog/Torch/Elk)

Reviews
9.8 out of 10 Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10157 sq m

Popular amenities

  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen

Enjoy the area

Map
Williamsburg, MI
  • Popular LocationTurtle Creek Casino12 min drive
  • Popular LocationElk Lake12 min drive
  • Popular LocationTorch Lake19 min drive
  • AirportTraverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)27 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

4 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

*Perfect Waterfront Home* (Skegemog/Torch/Elk)

Need a getaway? Come stay at The Ravens' Nest on Lake Skegemog. Torch and Elk Lakes are only a short boat ride away. Elk Lake can be seen from the back yard and Torch River is directly across Lake Skegemog from the home. These Chain O’ Lakes are famous for their crystal clear, Caribbean blue waters.

Want to know why Lake Skegemog is the best choice? The water is warmer due to shallower shores, the lake is calmer and quieter with less boaters and homes, and it is in the center of Torch and Elk providing easy access to both.

Lake Skegemog is an all sports lake and is home to some of the best fishing in Northwest Michigan including an abundance of bass, white fish and perch. The Ravens' Nest is 6 minutes from Turtle Creek Casino, 15 minutes from Traverse City, and 30 minutes from Shanty Creek.

The area is known for Michigan’s finest golf courses (The Bear, Elmbrook, Shanty Creek, & Hawk’s Eye), summer water sports, winter snow sports, breweries, wineries, casinos, unique shops, museums, horse shows, and much more!

The Ravens' Nest is a ranch style home with 70’ of waterfront right out the back door. It has a long, paved driveway and is located on a dead-end street. The yard is large and grassy providing plenty of room for relaxation, lawn games, and bonfires. Step down to the water from the small sea wall or jump in from the dock! The water is crystal clear and beautiful. Walk from the shallow, smooth rock shore (bottom becomes sandy a few feet from shore) out to the sand bar. Launch your boat only a mile from the home!

As one of the closest homes to the water, you will have perfect views of the lake from the living room, master suite, or deck when staying at The Ravens' Nest. The home has 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms with a large living space. The living room has plenty of seating. The kitchen, larger than most on the water, is fully equipped with dishes, small and large appliances, cookware and anything else you may need.

Sleep soundly on a large king bed in the master suite, cozy pillow-top queen mattresses in 2 bedrooms or 2 twin double bunk beds in the 4th room. Each room has a full size closet and dresser for plenty of storage space. All bathroom and bedroom linens are provided. A washer and dryer are also included. A new grill, outdoor furniture, and a fire pit are available for your enjoyment.

If you grow tired of relaxing by the water, head to downtown Alden, Elk Rapids, or Traverse City for great restaurants, ice cream shops and boutiques. There is so much to do, and everything is so close … you will love staying at The Ravens' Nest!

Property manager

Bob and Amanda Raven
Premier Host
Premier Host

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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 and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Williamsburg

Located in Williamsburg, this cottage is on the waterfront. Grand Traverse Resort Golf Course and Twin Birch Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Flintfields Horse Park and Music House Museum. Travelling with kids? Consider Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf and Guntzviller's Spirit of the Woods Museum. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Map
Williamsburg, MI

What's nearby

  • Turtle Creek Casino - 12 min drive
  • Elk Lake - 12 min drive
  • Torch Lake Park - 18 min drive
  • Torch Lake - 19 min drive
  • Torch River - 27 min drive

Getting around

  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • Bourbons 72 - 12 min drive
  • Season's Buffet - 12 min drive
  • Cone Corral & Pizzeria - Rapid City - 14 min drive
  • Blue Water Bistro & Pizzeria - 18 min drive
  • The Deli - 12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is *Perfect Waterfront Home* (Skegemog/Torch/Elk) pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at *Perfect Waterfront Home* (Skegemog/Torch/Elk)?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at *Perfect Waterfront Home* (Skegemog/Torch/Elk)?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is *Perfect Waterfront Home* (Skegemog/Torch/Elk) located?

This family-friendly Williamsburg cottage is located on the waterfront, 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Lake Skegemog, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Elk Lake and Turtle Creek Casino. Flintfields Horse Park and Sand Lakes Quiet Area are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Laura H., Lansing, Michigan, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything We Needed
This place has everything we needed for a great vacation with 3 couples and 3 tweens. The porch, yard, and firepit overlook a private dock on Lake Skegemog. Elk Lake, Torch River, and Torch Lake are simply beautiful. The cottage has all the amenities we needed. The primary bedroom is private and roomy. The other bedrooms are smaller with thin walls. The kitchen is well-stocked, but on the small side. There is no parking on the grass, so we had to maneuver to get vehicles out. The amenities (aka lakes) make up for these minor issues. We would absolutely rent again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tammy K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A Little Slice of Heaven
Our stay at the Raven's nest was very relaxing. The views of the lake just outside the back door were so beautiful and it brought a sense of peace. The firepit was spacious for our family to gather around. The house was very clean and comfortable and it was equipped with everything that you would need. If there was a question, Amanda responded very quickly and was very pleasant to work with. I would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Judy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another great vacation!
My family always loves a summer get away at Raven’s Nest! Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sue D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice getaway
Stayed for a week and didn’t want to leave. Beautiful water. Nice to be able to use all three lakes. Cottage was older but well kept. Owners are working on additions and upgrades every year. I hope the next upgrade are the beds! The kids had a wonderful time playing in the water.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Doug T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Time!
We've stayed at a number of different places on the area lakes over the years (Torch, Bellaire, Intermediate), but this was one of the best. Not a big or fancy house, but it was totally adequate for our crew and the site on Skegemog was beautiful. Communications with the host were excellent, and the house had pretty much everything we needed for the week. Recommended!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

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