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Quaint Lakefront Escape, private shoreline, Dock, Kayaks, Sleeps 6 Near Petoskey

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A campfire with chairs and a table in a grassy area near a lake.
A kitchen with granite countertops, stainless steel sink, wooden cabinets, and a window with a view of a car and trees.
A house with a porch, a lawn, and a flag.
A dog lying on grass near a dock extending into a lake, surrounded by trees and a clear sky.
A cozy living room with a television, sofa, and a 'Home' sign on the wall.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors

    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • On the beach

    A rare beachfront property in the area - enjoy direct access to the sand and sea.
  • By the lake

    Guests love the beautiful lakefront location.
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Patio
  • Dog-friendly
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Alanson, MI
  • Place, Pickerel Lake
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Odawa Casino
    ‪32 min drive‬
  • Place, Boyne Mountain
    ‪46 min drive‬
  • Airport, Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Where you'll sleep

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Double Bed

Sun Porch

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Office
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Quaint Lakefront Escape, private shoreline, Dock, Kayaks, Sleeps 6 Near Petoskey

Welcome to your Lakefront Northern Michigan retreat! This Pickerel Lake home sleeps up to 6 guests and features private dock access, kayaks, and a rowboat for endless days on the water. Enjoy shallow sandy swimming right from your yard, cozy evenings around the firepit, and stunning sunsets from the deck. Less than 30 minutes from Gaylord, Petoskey, and Harbor Springs, you get peaceful lakeside privacy with easy access to dining, ships, golf,This house has a name - Sunrise House. It was built, lovingly, as a retirement home by a careful cowboy. The site was picked for it's easy access and yet outstanding views. You are 10 minutes from fine grocery & wet good stores, yet private on your deck with an unobstructed view of the Columbian Mountain range. You can enjoy your coffee on the deck and watch the light play over the mountains across the Valley. .

The house itself is windowed with a Frank Lloyd Wright design on the east for morning light. Hardwood floors with area wool rugs are warm and elegant. The master suite features a queen sleigh bed with the same eastern view. This suite has a walk in shower and toilet with adjoining room sink. The second bedroom has a queen bed and it's own extra deep bath tub & shower combo and toilet facilities.

Kitchen is easy with a granite counter with large island and stools that, yep you guessed it, afford a fine view of that mountain range. Gas island top range.
Hickory cabinets are fully stocked with your dishes & cooking utensils. Sidewalks up from parking area are low rise steps for easy walking. Deck has full table for outside dining right off kitchen. This house has known laughter and if you are good people, we would welcome sharing it with you.
This home has a requirement that you accept a Greeter to come and explain the
home's amenities--AC, fireplace, garbage handling, the laundry machines., etc. We also enjoy answering your questions about area attractions, current dynamite restaurants or, for example, the drive time to locations in Glacier Park.
This required Greeting is to be scheduled between the Guest & the Greeter; at mutually satisfactory time, to take place:
1. Upon Arrival. OR. 2. Within 24 hours of arriving. Between the hours of 9:00am -6:00pm... Either Ms. Housekeeper or Ms Coordinator will take about 15 minutes of your vacation time. Our intent is not to disturb your privacy or detain you on your adventures. Myself and The Crew want you to have the best experience we are capable of providing. We have learned a string of text messages or phone calls do not meet today's standards of service.
Please note, that people more than two guests have to pay additional guest fee.
and the additional guest fees $40 per guest and The maximum people in the property is 4
Please note ,The owner sometimes occupies a separate apartment at the lowest level of the house .

Happy trails.
Ellen and Crew


Keywords: Glacier National Park, Flathead Lake ,Rocky Mountain Views, New Executive Home,Kalispell,Montana,Bigfork, Whitefish, Deck,Luxury Home,Honeymoon, and local attractions.

Nestled on the serene shores of Pickerel Lake, this vintage-meets-modern cottage is the perfect Northern Michigan summer escape. Set on 235 acres of peaceful woodland, at the end of a private road, the home offers rare privacy, calm waters, and uninterrupted lake views -ideal for families, couples, and nature lovers.

Lakefront Highlights
*Private dock
*Kayaks and rowboat included
*Shallow swimming area
*Fire-pit near the water
*Peaceful, no wake lake atmoshpere

Pickerel Lake is ideal for families, paddling, fishing, and quiet enjoyment - not a party lake.

Property Highlights
Accommodations:
*2 bedrooms
*Bedroom 1: Double bed
*Bedroom 2: Double bed and twin bunk bed
*Sun porch with full-size sofa sleeper
*1 full bathroom

Safety & House Rules
*Maximum Occupancy: 6 guests
*No parties or events
*Quiet hours: 10 pm-8 am
*Primary renter must be 25+
*Children must be supervised near water and dock
*Life jackets required for minors

Nearby
*Petoskey & Harbor Springs (15–20 min): Shopping, dining, wineries, festivals
*Mackinaw City & Mackinac Island Ferries (30 min)
*Golf nearby: Bay Harbor Golf Club, Hidden River Golf, and Crooked Tree Golf Club
*Hiking trails, scenic drives, and local beaches

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

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 (limit 2 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, lock the doors and return the keys

Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Advance notice: At least 2 days No same day bookings Only guests with positive booking history Minimum stay (2-3 days)

Within 24 hours of booking, guests must provide the requested information and confirm that they understand the house rules.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 800874vb
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
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

Alanson

Located in Alanson, this cottage is near a water park and on the beach. Little Traverse History Museum and Andrew J. Blackbird Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Oden State Fish Hatchery Visitor Center and Michigan Central Depot Historical Marker. Big Bear Adventures and Cheboiganing Preserve are also worth visiting. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing, snowboarding and skiing, and don't miss out on the ice skating.
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Alanson, MI

What's nearby

  • Pickerel Lake - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Petoskey State Park - 22 min drive - 25.0 km
  • Nub's Nob Ski Area - 24 min drive - 27.2 km
  • Odawa Casino - 32 min drive - 32.6 km
  • Boyne Mountain - 46 min drive - 59.9 km

Getting around

  • Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Big Oak BBQ & Ice Cream - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Vivio's - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Burt Lake Brewery - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Dutch Oven Yarn Shop - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Quaint Lakefront Escape, private shoreline, Dock, Kayaks, Sleeps 6 Near Petoskey pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

How much does it cost to stay at Quaint Lakefront Escape, private shoreline, Dock, Kayaks, Sleeps 6 Near Petoskey?

As of 20 September 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Quaint Lakefront Escape, private shoreline, Dock, Kayaks, Sleeps 6 Near Petoskey on 9 October 2026 start from NZ$1,146, 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.

How much is parking at Quaint Lakefront Escape, private shoreline, Dock, Kayaks, Sleeps 6 Near Petoskey?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Quaint Lakefront Escape, private shoreline, Dock, Kayaks, Sleeps 6 Near Petoskey?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Quaint Lakefront Escape, private shoreline, Dock, Kayaks, Sleeps 6 Near Petoskey?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Quaint Lakefront Escape, private shoreline, Dock, Kayaks, Sleeps 6 Near Petoskey located?

Nestled on the beach, this Alanson cottage is within 3 mi (5 km) of Pickerel Lake, Crooked Lake and Crooked Vine Vineyard and Winery. Devoe Beach and Indian River Golf Club are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 97 out of 123 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 22 out of 123 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 123 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 123 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 123 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
An amazing trip! Host was great and we had a wonderful time. You can’t beat the view and the quiet surroundings.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful lakeside cabin at the end of a quiet road on Pickerel Lake. We took advantage of the location and paddled on the water one morning...very peaceful lake. Drive to Petoskey is a quick 25 minutes. Hosts very good at communicating and were accommodating to our needs during our stay. Would love to stay again with more time to fish and relax!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was great and no complaints.Definitely will book again. My family had a great time.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property was exactly what we wanted, beautiful clear water, shallow water with sandy bottom for kids to play in, dock which was nice for fishing and parking boat, fire pit, Michigan cottage feel. We did a lot of fishing from the boat we rented and caught pike, crappie, perch, sunfish…our kids counted 42 total fish! Owners were very good at communicating if we had any questions.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our third time staying at this property and we plan on returning! This small and quaint cabin is perfect for my family of 4. Last cabin on a dead end road, with forest to one side, provides quiet and secluded environment. Lake is great, sandy bottom, and you can walk a super long way out before it gets deep. Which is great for the kids and dog to play in. Great communication by the host, always quick to return any messages or questions. Great place to stay and close enough to explore anywhere around Petoskey or even a day trip up to Mackinaw!
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
It is very small and old. Lakeview is nice but not private. Neighbor is right next door and they had parties 2 of the 3 nights we were there. Not super wild but loud talking and music. Kitchen very well stocked but no bathroom soap or shampoo so come prepared. My husband is 6’5” so the beds were challenging. For me maybe a better winter retreat. Sort of expensive for what we got.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 28 May 2026
Thank you for your feedback. We’re glad you enjoyed the lake view and found the kitchen well stocked. We do want to note that our listing includes detailed photos, property information, and bed sizes so guests can determine whether the accommodations will be a good fit for their needs prior to booking. Bathroom amenities are also listed in the “What’s Included” section of the listing. We understand that neighboring activity can occasionally affect the experience, especially during holiday and summer weekends, although this is unfortunately outside of our control. We appreciate your comments and thank you again for staying with us.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great communication. Clean, rustic cabin at the end of a private road. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Stay

Thoroughly enjoyed our stay - everything was exactly as described w/some bonuses not expected but wonderful touches.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was beautiful and very peaceful/quiet... still close enough to get to all the activities we wanted to do. Perfect set up for us and our pup. Vickie and Scott were great hosts - communicative and extreamly accomidating.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean! We loved the location! It was very quiet and peaceful. Thank you for sharing your place!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great little cabin!

This is a great little cabin, and the location can't be beat!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 30 March 2020
Tom- Thank you for your review. We do enjoy our little spot of heaven on the lake and we're happy to have shared it with you. We do hope you'll stay with us again.
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Great location at the end of the road with lots of privacy. Lake right out front steps.

Worked perfect for our short stay in the area, would stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 30 March 2020
Thank you Michael for your review. We agree that the location is perfect. We hope you will visit us again soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place

We had a blast.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 26 August 2022
Daniel- thank you for taking the time to review the cottage. I don't think we could ask for a better review than "we had a blast!" So glad you enjoyed yourselves and we hope you'll be back again soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The whole family enjoyed this gem right on the lake. The shallow area was perfect for the small children and the adults enjoyed the kayaks and canoe. The cottage had everything we needed
Stayed 12 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fabulous location!

Great peaceful location! Easy day trips to beautiful parts of Michigan!! Especially enjoyed seeing the swans on the lake each morning!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Great Location 30 minutes from all our points of interest.

Pickeral lake front cabin, very functional, quiet with a terrific hi speed internet tv connection.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved the privacy and having our own "beach" in the backyard. We enjoyed the kayaks and fire pit, and fishing off the long dock. The cabin was homey and had all the amenities we needed, despite being a bit dated. The hosts were responsive and kind.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great up north feeling cabin.

Great up north feeling cabin, right on an amazing sand bottom lake, great for kayaking and canoeing.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 30 March 2020
Phyllis-we're glad you enjoyed your visit. We do love our lake and its especially good for young children. Hope to see you again soon.
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Cozy Cottage on Lake Pickerel

Secluded area, nice sandy beach, very relaxing. Short drive to Petoskey, Harbor Springs, Charlevoix, and Mackinaw City.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 6 November 2020
Darby, thank you for your review. Sounds to us like you really enjoyed your stay. We do hope you'll visit us again soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fall getaway

We had a great time up north. We enjoyed the privacy of this cabin. View was beautiful and we loved that there kayaks to use. Will definitely consider staying here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 12 October 2021
Shannon- thank you so much for taking the time to review our property. The location of Moores Manor is perfect for relaxing and a lot of privacy! We're glad you enjoyed the kayaks. We feel the kayaks have been a great addition to our amenities list. We certainly hope to have you stay again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Camp

Great lake front camp. Well appointed and an excellent spot for those with dogs or small kids. Would rent again if back in the area
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful Lake View

We enjoyed the beautiful view of Pickerel Lake!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 28 June 2023
Peggy Thank you very much for taking the time to review our property. We agree with your assessment of the lake. It is so nice to just sit and look out over that lake, no matter what time of day. We're glad you enjoyed it too, and we hope to see you again soon.
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy
I am baffled by the reviews describing this cabin as clean because that was not remotely our experience. The night we arrived, we found mouse droppings in the kitchen cabinets and immediately sent the owners photographs. Someone cleaned the cabinets the next day, but we then found more droppings on the floor and saw a live mouse. When we contacted the owners again, we received no response and ultimately cut our vacation short and left early.The cabin smelled like urine, and rodent traps or poison were already in the cabinets, suggesting that mice were not an entirely unexpected problem. We also found loose outlets, surface-mounted wiring without conduit, and uncapped wires inside a kitchen cabinet. This might be expected in a barn or outbuilding, but not in a vacation home where families bring small children. The owners dismissed our concerns by saying the cabin was old.The property also felt poorly maintained. The deck was splintered and boards were uneven, the cabin floors were dramatically uneven, and the owners had the beds raised several inches at one end to compensate for the slope. My son and I also developed an extremely itchy rash consistent with swimmer’s itch after using the lake, which locals later told us was a known problem.This vacation was stressful, uncomfortable, and thoroughly disappointing. Rustic is one thing; rodents, concerning electrical conditions, and neglected maintenance are another. I would never stay here again or recommend it.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 24 August 2026
Thank you for sharing your experience. We are disappointed to read this review because it does not reflect the circumstances of your stay or the efforts we made to address your concerns. When you first contacted us regarding alleged mouse droppings and an odor, we responded promptly and had our cleaning staff at the cottage within 24 hours. They thoroughly inspected, cleaned, and sanitized the property again. Importantly, they found no evidence of the droppings, rodent infestation, or urine odor described. We nevertheless took your concerns seriously and went beyond simply asking you to accept our findings by having the entire area cleaned and sanitized again. When you contacted us a second time, the request was for a refund. At that point, our staff had already inspected the property, and we had no evidence to substantiate the conditions being reported. Because our staff could not substantiate the conditions being reported, we were unable to agree to the requested refund, and you subsequently chose to end your stay early. You ultimately chose to leave after four of your seven scheduled nights. We also want to specifically address the electrical concerns raised in this review. The characterization of the cottage as having unsafe electrical conditions is simply not accurate. We take the safety and maintenance of our property very seriously and would never knowingly provide a vacation home with hazardous electrical conditions. Our cottage is a vintage lake home that has been in our family for more than 55 years. It is intentionally a rustic lake cottage, but it is professionally cleaned and carefully maintained between every guest. In nine years of hosting, this is our only one-star review, and the overwhelming majority of our guests have described their stays very differently. We are genuinely sorry that the cottage did not meet your expectations. However, we stand behind the actions we took during your stay and the care we put into maintaining our property and responding to our guests.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peaceful and calming retreat.

Beautiful secluded property that is quiet and peaceful. Cool cabin that suits the area perfectly. Very nice kitchen and accommodations. Thank you for a wonderful relaxing week.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Relaxing Getaway

This is a quintessential up north cabin. Loved the homey feel, the patio overlooking the lake, and the privacy of the property. Direct access to the water and having kayaks available was a great touch. It’s also close by many other areas to explore.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 8 July 2024
Kerry Thank you for taking the time to post your review. We're so glad you enjoyed your stay. We're happy to hear you felt at home, that's exactly what we desire for all of our guests. We hope you'll consider staying with us again if your travels bring you back up north.

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