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Welcome to T&J Cozy Cottages where memories are made to last a lifetime.
King size bed for a beautiful sleep or nap. Bedroom also includes Smart TV.
Double Bed to snuggle into. Bedroom also includes Smart TV.
Bathroom
Make yourself at home and enjoy the cozy surrounds

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 468.3 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Alanson, MI
  • Crooked Lake
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Pickerel Lake
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Petoskey State Park
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Double Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

T&J Cozy Cottage on Crooked River - Enjoy a family or romantic getaway

Beautiful cozy cottage with 2 bedrooms (king & double bed, along with self inflating twin air mattress in closet - all linens are provided), 1 bath, free Wi- Fi, smart TV in every room, washer/dryer, full kitchen, BBQ, two paddle boards along with two kayaks to enjoy, bonfire pit, hammock for relaxing naps. The atmosphere is peaceful with beautiful views of wildlife, watch boats stroll up and down the river right from the back deck. Dock your own boat with access to boat launch 5 minutes away @ $5, bring your own life jackets. Stroll thru multiple lakes which include Crooked, Burt, and Mullet with endless adventures and historic scenery (swinging bridge, locks, boathouses, etc.). Enjoy local shopping, amazing restaurants, beaches, resorts, golfing, fabulous wineries, fishing, casino, sunset boat tours, river rafting/tubing (7 miles from Petoskey, 10 miles from Harbor Springs, 7 miles from Indian River, 25 miles from Mackinac Bridge, 28 miles from Charlevoix). Enjoy Pure Michigan at its finest.

Property manager

Tamara & Jason
Premier Host

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 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 less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

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 deadlock

About the area

Alanson

Located in Alanson, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Oden State Fish Hatchery Visitor Center and Andrew J. Blackbird Museum are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Crooked Vine Vineyard and Winery and Hidden River Golf and Casting Club. Cheboiganing Preserve and Big Bear Adventures are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Alanson, MI

What's nearby

  • Crooked Lake - 4 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Pickerel Lake - 10 min drive - 5.1 km
  • Petoskey State Park - 15 min drive - 14.5 km
  • Odawa Casino - 22 min drive - 22.3 km
  • Nub's Nob Ski Area - 27 min drive - 15.2 km

Getting around

  • Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Rusty Saw North Stakehouse & BBQ - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Northwood Family Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Bob's Place - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Randy's Mighty Good Pizza - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is T&J Cozy Cottage on Crooked River - Enjoy a family or romantic getaway pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at T&J Cozy Cottage on Crooked River - Enjoy a family or romantic getaway ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at T&J Cozy Cottage on Crooked River - Enjoy a family or romantic getaway ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is T&J Cozy Cottage on Crooked River - Enjoy a family or romantic getaway located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 1.2 mi (2 km) from Crooked Lake and 1.9 mi (3 km) from Crooked Vine Vineyard and Winery. Pickerel Lake and Cheboiganing Preserve are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 76 out of 78 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 78 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 78 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 78 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 78 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sara R.

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

Holiday Getaway

This is our 3rd year stayibg at the cozy cottage over the Thanksgiving holiday. My daughter and family now consider this to be our tradition. The locarion, amenities and laid back vibe make this a perfect destination for iur family to alow down and enjoy the joliday and all the area has to offer each year. The hosts Tammy and Jason are already planning on our stay and booking it for next year!goinf to
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael K.

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

Great weekend getaway in a central location

Great communication by hosts, check in and out was a breeze. In a great central location between Indian River, Petoskey/Harbor Springs, and Mackinaw City. Arrived to a clean, well stocked home. In the kitchen, lots of pans and plates. Seasoning cabinet well stocked, with some coffee and kuerig pods. Lots of mugs including an ugly one with a block M on it. Bathroom was clean, shower with good water pressure. Only used the master bedroom, but the bed was comfortable and there was plenty of extra bedding for the cooler nights. Outside, the deck was a nice place to enjoy your coffee and read. We used the two kayaks and had a nice cruise. (Water is low so getting in and out was a challenge with the ladder) Check out: some VRBO rentals have pretty extensive lists for checking out. Requirements here were better than average(plates in dishwasher, beddingat the end of the bed, take garbage out). Will say, many of the plates and cups are plastic which makes it challenging to load them all top shelf only. Food in the area: Bob's was decent for lunch. Northwoods surprised us pleasantly with good portions and great food. Vernales, though expensive, is always good for the last night steak and cocktail.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kerri H.

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

Excellent location!

We enjoyed a lovely little getaway here in October for a fall color tour. It was a great location for travel to Mackinaw, Tahquamenon Falls, Whitefish Point, Pictured Rocks and so much more. We brought our dog, Buddy, with us too! He felt right at home and enjoyed laying on his dog bed watching the river.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Prakash K.

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

Alanson river cabin

It was a nice weekend getaway at this place.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mallory C.

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

Life’s better on vacation!

Quick getaway to celebrate our wedding anniversary. The cottage was very clean and cozy. We had a great weekend paddling and kayaking up and down the river. The cottage has a great location near a lot of awesome spots including Petoskey and Legs Inn. We had a beautiful weekend. Thank you!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly W.

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

Weekend Getaway

Such an adorable home. Was perfect for me and my husband and our 2 dogs. Was the best setup for us to bring our boat and just cruise along the river and lakes! We had a winderful stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maggie S.

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

Up North getaway

This cottage was perfect for us. Perfect location to family living in area & close to Petoskey without being in the main busy section. Burt lake nearby! Location, location, location……this is it! And the porch facing crooked river with beautiful scenery. Peaceful & relaxing! TY
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bridgette F.

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

Girls retreat

We had a blast relaxing at the cottage!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristy B.

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

Perfect cottge

This cottage had everything we needed and more. Super comfy and clean! We appreciated the added little touches and felt totally at home. It was excactly what we needed for a quick family snowboarding trip and we'd love to come back to experience it in the summer months as well. Exceptional property!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan L.

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

Cozy Cottage on River

We were skiing at Nubs Nob for the holiday weekend. The cottage was 15 minutes away so it worked out well. The communication with the property owners was great. We definitely would consider a return visit for sure!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

George B.

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

Excellent Way to Start 2024

Stayed at this awesome place NYE 2023 (Dec 31 – Jan 2, 2024) with my GF. Views of the river's wildlife complemented the interior’s holiday décor. The area has numerous attractions during the winter – including downhill skiing, snowshoeing and ice fishing. We had a lovely time. Highly recommend during the winter/cold months.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sara R.

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

Holiday Retreat

We absolutely LOVE the Cozy Cottage♡♡ This has become our family tradition over Thanksgiving. We look forward to this hidden gem. It's set back on the water. Perfect getaway to relax and unwind and a perfect location for day outings. The house is always prestine and stocked with all amenities and more. We love our morning walks and coffee and so do our pups! Tamara & Jason are great hosts. Very welcoming and helpful! This will always be a place we look forward to going to as a family. Highly recommend any time of year!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie K.

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

Beautiful

It was absolutely perfect
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mellisa K.

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

Amazing River front cottage

We had such a nice stay. Perfect location to all surrounding larger towns. Very clean cottage and very helpful and responsive hosts! We will definitely return.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

James S.

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

Relaxing Peaceful 😊

Clean and very comfortable and a Great View!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Molly W.

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

Wonderful cottage and location!

We decided to stay at the cozy cottage based on the beautiful photos with the listing. When we got to the cottage we were very pleased to find that the cottage was even cuter than the photos showed! It had everything we needed for our 3 day stay and the backyard was the perfect spot to relax in the late afternoon after sightseeing all day. It was very clean and comfortable. The owners also knew we were celebrating our honeymoon and left us some chocolate and Prosecco which we found to be so thoughtful. Highly recommend this place for your stay! We hope to come back one day to further explore the beautiful area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robyn C.

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

Perfect Cottage

Tamara and Jason are the perfect hosts! The cottage was extremely clean and well stocked with all the essentials and more. They even provided a wonderful bottle of wine on arrival. The location was an easy drive to Petoskey, Harbor Springs and the ferry to Mackinac Island. I loved being able to watch all the boats pass the cottage on Crooked River. Very peaceful. I would definitely stay here again. Such a gem!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jenn P.

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

Great Place to Relax!

This truly was a cozy cottage. It was clean, cute, and had everything we needed. Tammy was communicative through the process and it was the perfect location - it felt like it was close to everything! We went up to do some hiking and it was the perfect spot to come back to and relax in the evening. We didn't get to utilize the deck as much as we hoped because the weather was too cold, but i imagine in the summer it is the perfect hang out spot. The bed was comfy, the water pressure in the shower was great, and we thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katelynn M.

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

Lovely Anniversary Trip

We had a great time here! Cute and comfortable cabin! The river was calm and sitting on the back deck was wonderful. The boat ride to the connecting lakes was a little longer than expected, but still a lovely location and took nothing away from the cabin and the experience here.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Beth Ann B.

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

Get Away

House was nice and great location for up North day trips.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrea M.

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

Cozy Cottage

This was the perfect quite little get away. The cottage was clean and very well stocked. We enjoyed our time hear and hope to visit again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Stay at Crooked River

Our first time with VRBO and it worked out great for us. Hosts were excellent and so was the cabin. Thanks again!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karen S., Clinton twp, Michigan

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

Adorable Cottage

The cottage was adorable, very clean and provided everything you need for a great stay. You really don't have to bring anything except your clothes and food. The beds were extremely comfortable with really soft sheets, which made for a great night sleep. We loved how close it was to Petoskey and Mackinac. We will definitely plan on staying again. Thank you, Tammy and Jason for opening up your cottage to us.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mona n Tony S.

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

Adorable cottage

Our stay at your cottage was very good. Had everything we needed for the week. Thank you for letting us stay there.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022

About the host

Hosted by Tamara & Jason

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Fun, loving couple who enjoy Northern Michigan and everything it has to offer.

Why they chose this property

This property is a great location next to all of the attractions Northern Michigan has to offer, but yet you are able to come home relax and be together. So many cute touches into the cottage so everyone is comfortable and should have everything they need when on vacation.

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests
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