CUTE COTTAGE IN ALDEN, STEPS TO TORCH LAKE AND ALDEN

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Exceptional

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 669.7 sq m

Popular amenities

Parking available

Pet-friendly

Barbecue grill

Kitchen

Explore the area

Alden, MI

Torch Lake
6 min walk
Torch Lake Park
3 min drive
Torch River
8 min drive
Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
39 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

1 Queen size bed

1 Queen Bed

1 Queen size bed

1 Queen Bed

Common Space

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

1 Full bath Claw Foot Tub/Shower

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen

About this property

3 nights minimum off season. Weekly Saturday to Saturday Prime season.

Walk to downtown Alden, to the historical Train Depot Park and Museum, venture a bit further on foot and take a hike through the 17 acre Coy Mountain Preserve from this charming 2 bedroom 1 bath cozy cottage. Visit the stunning shoreline of beautiful Torch Lake and enjoy the breath taking sunsets over Torch Lake.

This house is just one block away from the unique shops and restaurants of downtown Alden and about 3 blocks from the Marina and access to the entire lower chain of lakes (Bellaire, Clam Elk and Skegemog, and Torch). Locals and repeat visitors alike know what a great lake Torch is for vacationing, swimming, boating, tubing, and just plain old sightseeing. This smoke free pet friendly home is very close to many professional and recreational golf courses, Traverse City shopping and the wineries of Old Mission and Leelanau Peninsulas. Charlevoix, Petoskey, and Harbor Springs are round trip same day great places to explore.

Whether you bring your own boat or rent one at one of the many marinas in the area spending time relaxing or enjoying some water sports is one of the many forms of entertainment in the area. Spend the day on the lake and then enjoy award winning craft beer at Shorts Brewery in downtown Bellaire or Elk Rapids.

Whatever you decide to do while here we are sure you will take home lasting memories of the good times and great places and will long to return again year after year.

.This cottage has a window air conditioner and ample fans for your comfort.
We require renters to be 25 years of age. NO SMOKING
If you are bringing a pet it must be crated if you are not in the home with it.

If you find this home is not available for the week you want, we do have other rentals that might be open for the dates you are looking for at!http://mytorchlake.com**

Property manager

Paradise Properties USA

Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Pet-friendly

Parking available

Barbecue grill

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Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 9:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

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

About the area

Alden

Alden is home to this cottage. Twisted Fish Gallery and Guntzviller's Spirit of the Woods Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Flintfields Horse Park and Music House Museum. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing, snowboarding and skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as snowmobiling.

Alden, MI

What's nearby

Torch Lake - 6 min walk
Torch Lake Park - 3 min drive
Clam Lake - 8 min drive
Schuss Mountain - 18 min drive
Lake Bellaire - 22 min drive

Getting around

Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

‪Oasis Red Bull Tavern - ‬17 min drive
‪Dockside-Torch Lake - ‬10 min drive
‪Pearls New Orlean Kitchen - ‬22 min drive
‪Torch Lake Beer Co - ‬5 min walk
‪Blue Water Bistro & Pizzeria - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is CUTE COTTAGE IN ALDEN, STEPS TO TORCH LAKE AND ALDEN pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at CUTE COTTAGE IN ALDEN, STEPS TO TORCH LAKE AND ALDEN?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at CUTE COTTAGE IN ALDEN, STEPS TO TORCH LAKE AND ALDEN?

Checkout is at 9:00 AM.

Where is CUTE COTTAGE IN ALDEN, STEPS TO TORCH LAKE AND ALDEN located?

Situated in Alden, this cottage is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Torch Lake and 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from Torch Lake Park. Torch River and Grass River Natural Area are also within 6 miles (10 km).

9.4

Exceptional

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9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Theresa V.

9 July 2024

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

Lovely Alden Cottage in Town

This is the second year we have stayed at the Alden cottage and we love it. It’s adorable, clean, nice backyard, and offers something for everyone. Our little kids love walking to get ice cream, our teenager loves walking to the shops, and I loved walking to get coffee and muffins. It’s a great location for enjoying Torch lake, charlevoix, and elk rapids. We even made trips to glen Arbor and Mackinac. The responses were quick and minor issues resolved quickly. Can’t recommend this place enough!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy M.

10 Sept 2023

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

Weekend getaway

We invited friends to a spur of the moment we can get away in Alden on torch lake. We were happy to find such a cute little cottage right in the center of town on short notice. The cottage was in a great location. It was plenty of room for two couples, I would definitely visit again!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Theresa V.

11 July 2023

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

Adorable Cottage Downtown Alden

I’ve been vacationing in this area my entire life and have family that lives in Bellaire. This cottage was adorable and clean, stocked with almost everything needed for a vacation. The decor was so cute and eclectic, the backyard was great for my little kids to play in, and we loved walking to get ice cream in town every night. The road the cottage is on can be busy and the cars sometimes drive fast, so I worried with my little kids. That is no fault of the cottage or owners. We loved our stay here!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa H.

10 Oct 2022

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

Darling little cottage

Wonderful

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Jackie H.

7 Sept 2022

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

Cute little cottage for a small group

This is a wonderful little house. Two full bedrooms. A pull out sofa in the living room. Kitchen was fully stocked. Within walking distance of downtown Alden and the Alden Harbor. It would be great if it had a washer/dryer since there were only 2 bath towels provided but since we were just there a week we managed. Probably my only criticism would be the claw foot tub. If you have anyone in your group that isn’t agile and steady on their feet this tub/shower is an accident waiting to happen. The tub side is quiet high, there is nothing to hang onto to get in or out and the circular shower rod/curtain that hangs above the tub poses a challenge for keeping the water in the tub and not on the floor during a shower. We really did enjoy our stay though and would probably stay here again.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

PABLO G., ELKHART

6 Sept 2022

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

Had a wonderful time in northern Michigan!

Great location to Alden.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Debra D., Columbus

9 Aug 2022

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

DELIGHTFUL!!

The Alden Cottage was wonderful. Very nicely decorated and over all very clean. Loved sitting on either the back deck or front porch watching life go by! Our neighbor was very friendly and spent several nights regaling us with stories of Alden. Close to our property on Torch and Charlevoix and Traverse City was a nice drive. Overall- a great place to stay!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Geza V.

29 July 2022

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

Family vacation

Great location right in downtown Alden. My family was able to explore many different places from this location.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kermit K.

22 July 2022

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

Exceptional property

Was very clean, great water pressure in shower. Good location, in walking distance of shops, stores, restaurants, and marina.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Erika S., CANTON, MI, USA

2 June 2022

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

Great Stay Just A Short Walk to Torch Lake

Overall, we had a great weekend in Alden MI! The cottage was just perfect for the holiday weekend. The property is just as shown in the listing and pictures don’t do it justice. The cottage was adorable, clean, and comfortable. Checkin was easy with picking up the keys from the rental company down the street. We will definitely be back!

Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

natalie j., Norton Shores, MI

28 Nov 2021

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

Very nice cottage, easy walk to downtown Alden, the Mill ( if you have a kitchen), Torch Lake…

Clean, cozy , nice kitchen for creating Thanksgiving dinner…lots of walking opportunities… Grass River, Coy Mountain and more.

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Danielle L.

2 Nov 2021

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

Mother & daughter getaway

My mom and I spent 4 days celebrating our birthday up north and this cottage was just perfect for us. It's a comfortable and clean cottage in a location close to many fun things to do.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jessica S.

7 Sept 2021

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

So Comfortable and Thoughtful

We just got home from our long weekend trip and the cottage was so cozy, beautifully decorated and so many thoughtful things available for guests to use! We would highly recommend to anyone looking to stay near Torch Lake. You are literally right on the corner of the Main Street in town and can walk to shops, the lake and restaurants. Excellent stay!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

6/10 Okay

Eric S.

3 Sept 2021

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Disliked: Cleanliness

Walking distance from Torch Lake

Enable us to easily visit the Torch Lake area

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Bethany R., Columbus, OH USA

31 Aug 2021

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

Cozy Cottage

My husband and I spent a week in this lovely cottage to enjoy Torch Lake and some other outdoor activities Upper Michigan had to offer. The property managers are walking distance from the property and they went over our check in and out instructions in person, and best yet, allowed our beloved dog Trooper to stay (for a small but totally worth it pet desposit) not only in the cottage, but in the office to meet them! The cottage is more than adequate for just the 2 (3) of us. Note to some: due to the cottage being older (yet updated with all necessary amenities) there is only 1 window AC unit for the whole house, however there are ceiling fans in the bedrooms and 2 smaller fans provided for guest use. We were more than comfortable, but it is a consideration if you plan on having the max number of guests. We loved the small shops in Alden that we could walk to, especially the Alden Mill! It was also a wonderful asset to have the Alden dock at the end of the street as we did rent a boat during our stay. There is even multiple benches to sit at the dock to take in the stunning sunsets. We would love to stay at this property again!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Elizabeth H.

25 July 2021

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

Exceeded expectations

The Alden Cottage exceeded our expectations, based on the photos on VRBO. It served as a great home base for our family of 5. The “steps to Torch Lake” is about 2 blocks.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer W.

17 July 2021

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

Loved Alden

Very cute cottage. Great location in Alden.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Laurence W.

4 July 2021

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

Amazing location, very comfy home

Pictures don't do it justice! Home is much more spacious than we what we were expecting. Wonderful accomodations for our family of 4. Perfect location in a great little town. Hope to return.

10/10 Excellent

Bob S.

18 Feb 2021

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

Alden getaway

We checked in on a Friday afternoon, and had a nice, relaxing long weekend. The house was very nice and comfortable. My only complaint about the set up is the lack of any sidewalks, but I do understand that this is a very small town. We look forward to coming back in the summer.

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Joseph M.

4 Jan 2021

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

Nice little cottage.

Great place in quaint little town of Alden. Would stay again.

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Corrina W.

26 Oct 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

cute cottage

last minute booking a a nice, recently renovated, cottage near torch lake. great location.

8/10 Good

Kris V.

15 Oct 2020

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

Cozy cabin, quiet town

Nice, cozy cabin. Was more than enough for me, my wife and 18 month old. If you had 6 adults it might be a bit too small, but you could make it work. The only reason I gave it a 4 star is because of the town it was in. Alden is a nice, SMALL town. Not much there so we spent most of our time in nearby towns. If we were to go back to the area we would stay in a different town

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer L.

24 Sept 2020

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

It was a last minute idea but a great one. We wanted to do something nice with our adult children.

Perfect location, cute, clean and had what we needed.

10/10 Excellent

Selena P., Haskell

8 Sept 2020

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

Quaint with all the right stuff!

Super clean, quaint and cozy. A little on the warm side during sleep as there was no AC only a window unit away from both rooms. Definitely did not catch that when selecting to stay. On busy street but regardless very charming and perfect for us.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020