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Torch Lake Getaway w/ Private Beach + Boat Dock!

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Alden Vacation Rental | 4BR | 2.5BA | 2,000 Sq Ft | 3 Steps Required
Private Beach & Dock | Wood-Burning Fire Pit
Living Room | 1st Floor | Gas Fireplace | Smart TV | Free WiFi
Living area
Living area

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good
4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 8185.8 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Beach view
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Full Bathroom

Full Bathroom

Half Bathroom

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

Torch Lake Getaway w/ Private Beach + Boat Dock!

A serene waterfront retreat awaits at this charming Alden vacation rental! With an unbeatable location that puts the beautiful shores of Torch Lake just steps away, this 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath cottage makes the ultimate Northern Michigan escape. Spend your days swimming from the private dock, boating, or exploring any of the area’s scenic nature trails. Then, fire up the grill for a classic barbecue before heading to the fire pit to end the night with s’mores by the water!

-- THE PROPERTY --

Wood-Burning Fire Pit | 2 Screened Porches | In-Unit Laundry

Bedroom 1: King Bed | Bedroom 2: 2 Twin Beds | Bedroom 3: 2 Twin Beds | Bedroom 4: Queen Bed

INDOOR LIVING: Smart TV w/ cable, gas fireplace, board games, books, dining table, en-suite bathroom, ceiling fans
OUTDOOR LIVING: Private beach & dock (bring your own boat), beach chairs, outdoor dining, hammock, lake view, charcoal grill
KITCHEN: Refrigerator, drip coffee maker, stove/oven, microwave, dishware & flatware, cooking basics
GENERAL: Self check-in, free WiFi, ceramic heaters, washer & dryer, iron/board, towels/linens, trash bags/paper towels, hair dryer
FAQ: No A/C
ACCESSIBILITY: 2-story house, 3 steps required to enter w/ bedroom & full bathroom on 1st floor, interior staircase required to access additional 2nd-floor bedrooms
PARKING: Driveway (3 vehicles), trailer parking allowed on-site

-- THE LOCATION --

OUTDOOR FUN: Torch Lake (on-site), Alden Public Boat Ramp (0.7 miles), Coy Mountain Natural Area (1 mile), Grass River Natural Area (4 miles), Seven Bridges Nature Area (7 miles), Torch Lake Nature Preserve (11 miles)
LOCAL GOLFING: Shanty Creek Resort courses (10 miles), Elk Rapids Golf Club (15 miles)
NEARBY TOWNS: Alden (0.6 miles), Bellaire (10 miles), Elk Rapids (16 miles), Traverse City (27 miles)
AIRPORT: Cherry Capital Airport (25 miles)

-- REST EASY WITH US --

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-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- No pets allowed
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Must be at least 25 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: This 2-story house requires using 3 steps to enter with a bedroom and full bathroom on the 1st floor. An interior staircase is required to access additional bedrooms on the 2nd floor
- NOTE: The property has fans but does not offer air conditioning
- NOTE: Only 2 watercraft may be moored at the mooring buoy. No watercraft may be moored off the dock

Property manager

Evolve

Languages

English, French, German, Spanish

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Outdoor space
Parking available
Beach view

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 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 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

About the area

Alden

Located in Alden, this cottage is on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Torch Lake and Lake Michigan, while Twisted Fish Gallery and Guntzviller's Spirit of the Woods Museum are cultural highlights. Flintfields Horse Park and Music House Museum are also worth visiting. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing.
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Alden, MI

What's nearby

  • Torch Lake - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Torch Lake Park - 5 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Grass River Natural Area - 5 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Clam Lake - 9 min drive - 8.7 km
  • Lake Bellaire - 20 min drive - 14.4 km

Getting around

  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Oasis Tavern - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Shanty Creek Resorts - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Dockside-Torch Lake - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Pearls New Orlean Kitchen - ‬24 min drive
  • Johnny's Torch Riviera

Frequently asked questions

Is Torch Lake Getaway w/ Private Beach + Boat Dock! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Torch Lake Getaway w/ Private Beach + Boat Dock!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Torch Lake Getaway w/ Private Beach + Boat Dock!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Torch Lake Getaway w/ Private Beach + Boat Dock! located?

Situated on a lake, this cottage is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Torch Lake and 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from Torch Lake Park. Grass River Natural Area and Clam River are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

8.0

Very good

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl W.

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

Girls Getaway

The property was extremely clean and well stocked! We enjoyed the coziness and the private beach. Sunsets were beautiful!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

beth k.

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

Torch lake

Lovely, clean and quaint cottage. Great location, walk out front doors on to your private beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
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2/10 Terrible

Ashley

Disappointed

Disappointing Stay – Would Not RecommendThis property is extremely outdated — think old Red Roof Inn vibes. The fridge barely gets cold, and overall, the home is in desperate need of updates. One of the biggest issues was the owner's lack of respect for privacy. He showed up multiple times unannounced, even coming inside the house to take out the trash. That felt like a major violation of personal space.We booked this property mainly for the “private beachfront,” but it was covered in goose droppings, and 3 out of 8 people in our group ended up with extreme swimmer’s itch after going in the water. Definitely not the relaxing beach experience we were hoping for.The dock is also misleading — it is not suitable for docking a boat, something we wish had been clearly stated in the listing. On top of that, the property was crawling with spiders, inside and out, which made the stay feel even more uncomfortable.Take your money elsewhere. This place is not worth the price, and the constant pop-ins from the owner were the final straw.

10/10 Excellent

Amanda M.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

michael a.

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

PERFECT

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

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English, French, German, Spanish