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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Fife Lake, MI
  • Fife Lake
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Long Lake
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Twin Lakes
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪38 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Beautiful Cottage in a Quiet Setting

If you are looking for a quiet place to get away, yet have all you want and need at your fingertips, this is the place! Located a few hundred yards off the popular Fife Lake, this lake house is located on the no-motor lake of Pickerel Lake - 42 acres ready for fishing (blue gill, crappie, pike, bass - bring your own poles or use ours!), kayaking, row boating, or just sitting on the dock and watch the wildlife all around. If you have a motor boat and want to go on the bigger lake, Fife Lake has several public access points right down the road. Enjoy the day out and about, then come back to your quiet retreat.

There is a row boat and four kayaks for your use while here and a fire pit to cozy up to at night. Sit on the large deck that takes in great views of the trees and lake.

Inside the lake house, you will find hardwood floors, cathedral ceilings, a fully equipped kitchen and dining room. The living room features leather reclining seating - the perfect place to enjoy the view, read a book (choose one from our library!), or catch a show on the flat-screen TV.

There are 2 bedrooms on the main floor. The first room features a queen bed and two large closets. The 2nd bedroom has a full-sized bed and a large closet. Finishing up the main floor is a full bathroom with tub/shower and also a washer/dryer for your use if needed.

Upstairs in the loft is a third sleeping area - a beautiful queen-sized bed with a ceiling fan, overlooking the living & dining rooms and large floor-to-ceiling windows that face the lake.

This lake house is close to everything:
*mere minutes from historical downtown Fife Lake
*only 30 minutes to Traverse City - home to the National Cherry Festival, many wineries, breweries, golf courses, paved bike baths, etc.
*great starting location for day trips, an hour from Sleeping Bear Dunes, two hours to Mackinac City, then a quick ferry ride to Mackinaw Island.

If you are into the outdoors, the possibilities are endless:
*Hiking: North Country Trail runs through Fife Lake. Walk a portion or hike the full 21-mile Fife Lake Loop
*Mountain Biking - 20 minutes from the VASA singletrack trailhead and VASA Pathway; 30 minutes from Cadillac Pathway
*Snowmobiling trails minutes away
*ORV trails and State Forest Land all around

*Four outdoor security cameras on site, located on corners of cottage. One showing the driveway, other captures front door and shed, and other two capturing west and south sides of cottage. No sound recorded or owner live feed access.

Property manager

Mary Haskin

Languages

English, Spanish

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 23
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

No pets allowed
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Smoking

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Important information

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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
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Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit

About the area

Fife Lake

Fife Lake is home to this cottage. While the natural beauty of South Boardman Preserve and South Branch Nature Preserve can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can head to Emerald Vale Golf Course. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing.
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Fife Lake, MI

What's nearby

  • Fife Lake - 8 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Long Lake - 6 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Twin Lakes - 6 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Spider Lake - 31 min drive - 31.2 km
  • Turtle Creek Casino - 36 min drive - 29.5 km

Getting around

  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Loon's Nest - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Fife Lake Dairy Bar - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Fife Lake Inn - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Gordy's Place - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Ole Mexican Foods - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful Cottage in a Quiet Setting pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Beautiful Cottage in a Quiet Setting?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful Cottage in a Quiet Setting?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful Cottage in a Quiet Setting located?

Situated in Fife Lake, this cottage is within 1 mile (2 km) of Fife Lake and Florence Island. Spring Lake and Twin Lakes are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 30 out of 32 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 32 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 32 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Carole T.

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

Hockey Camp Vacation

Comfortable, clean and in a woodsy setting.Kids loved the fishing opportunities.
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great please to stay for our family!

We had a wonderful experience and the kids are already asking when we can go back! The house was great, they even brought in an AC as it was supposed to be hot while we were there. There was plenty for everyone to do- my husband fished every day and the lake was full! Even the kids caught fish right from the dock. The shed was stocked with all sorts of helpful things- extra chairs, fishing poles, bikes, etc. I would definitely recommend a stay here!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marcie L.

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

Family getaway

We had a nice time. Enjoyed the quiet seclusion of the property. The kayaks and row boat were a hit. Thanks for sharing.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie W.

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

Pretty, peaceful setting...amenities exceeded expectations!

Perfect setting for our family vacation to explore the area with trips to Sleeping Bear, Traverse City, Mackinaw Island and the Dark Sky Park. Found everything we needed at the cabin for a week of fun -- both inside and outside. Wouldn't hesitate to return or recommend it to others.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Emily H.

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

Perfect lakeside cottage

We had a wonderful week in this cottage - it was exactly as described and had all the amenities we were hoping for! We spotted lots of wild life around the lake and really enjoyed the quiet setting.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany S.

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

Peaceful, private and relaxing!

We had a wonderful experience! Cabin was the perfect size for our group of 6 adults. We enjoyed kayaking, fishing, roasting marshmallows and making pan fried trout over the fire. Host was extremely helpful and prompt to respond to any questions. She had the cabin stocked with spices, coffee, garbage bags etc. and she was very gracious to allow us to use her supplies if needed! I would definitely recommend this place to a friend!! The only down side was the distance to some of the locations we wanted to visit, for example, an hour to sleeping bear dunes. If you are looking for a peaceful getaway, this is your place.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brent S.

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

Peaceful retreat

What a beautiful setting for a summer vacation! We had a wonderful time on the water and this home served as a great home base as we took day trips to Traverse City, Petosky, and Sleeping Bear Dunes. The owners went the extra mile to make sure we were comfortable throughout our stay. The kitchen had everything we needed. I had to smile when our littlest guy said “we never turned on the tv.” It was definitely a successful trip.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Silvia M.

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

Northern Michigan Family Vacation

My family and I had a great time staying at the property. It was our "base" as we explored Northen Michigan. We took day trips and returned to the cottage in the afternoon for a relaxing time by the lake. My teenagers loved being able to kayak every evening. The owner was very responsive to any question we had. We'll be back.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ashley B.

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

Fife Lake

Property was very clean and cozy and had everything we needed. We enjoyed our trip!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Dr Brad T.

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

The beauty abounds...

Thank you for allowing us to stay at your beautiful place. The scenery was incredible and a short drive from all of the places that we wanted to see. Our evenings were quiet and peaceful viewing the sunset.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Edward K.

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

Family vacation

A very relaxing family vacation week. Secluded house with good lake access.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Phil P.

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

Nice quiet lakefront cottage

Everything about the stay was great. Location was secluded but close enough to most areas of interest. Cottage was well equipped for an enjoyable stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great get-a-way vacation

Enjoyed our stay; great accommodations- the home/shed had everything we could possibly need. Lake was perfect for family kayaking, fishing and beautiful sunsets. Looking forward to coming back
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Gerri K.

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

Wonderful Stay!

First, let me start off by saying that Mary was a wonderful host. She answered my questions promptly and provided many items in the cottage that added a nice touch. The cottage itself was extremely clean. It was also spacious and updated. Our family thoroughly enjoyed the relaxed setting as well as the fire pit, kayaks, rowboat and fishing poles that provided so much fun for my preteen and two teenagers. It was an equal distance drive from Charlevoix beach and Sleeping Bear Dunes (highly recommend) so we we’re able to visit both. My kids said the cottage was one of the favorite parts of our vacation. I would definitely stay here again if we come back to the area.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Beautiful property

Close to everything. Lake was secluded. Property was super clean. Only downfall I couldn't bring my sleep number bed LOL!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Raymond K.

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

Restful week

We had a great time. Cottage was clean, cozy, and well equipped. Neighborhood was very quiet. We enjoyed kayaking and fishing the lake.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Erin P.

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

Another great stay!

My family had a fantastic time and are already planning our next trip up! Property owner was easy to communicate with and answered all questions we had. The house was spotless when we arrived.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Mike L.

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

Great getwaway

Couldn’t have asked for more.... quiet lakefront property and an easy drive to Traverse City, Sleeping Bear Dunes, and Mackinac Island.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jason R.

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

Amazing Retreat

We loved this place, so cozy and the lake is incredibly calming and serene. Highly recommend. Mary is also incredibly helpful and was an awesome host.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jon C.

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

Quiet Beautiful Piece of Heaven

A very clean beautiful cabin on Lake Pickerel. Quiet away from the hussle, but a close drive to numerous sights and cities. My family stayed a week, we enjoyed the kayaks, row boat and sunset dock views. A must stay with friends or family. The Christensen's
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Duane A., Greenwood Indiana

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

Awesome Cottage!! Very clean & updated!! All the amenities you could ask for!!

This property is amazing. It's great if you enjoy quiet relaxation and the outdoors. Includes kayaks, a boat, corn hole, fishing poles w/loaded tackle boxes, 2 bicycles and plenty of lawn chairs. There's even a sleeping hammock to string up between the trees. My family enjoyed the fire pit every night with the wood that was provided, cooking hamburgers and hot dogs on the stand up grill over the open fire, not to mention roasting marshmallows. There is also a grill on the deck if you prefer to grill the traditional way. The lake is perfect for kayaking and the row boat. Bass fishing was plentiful (with a 5 lb Bass caught) as well as Bluegill with a Northern Pike here and there. The Cottage itself is very clean, updated yet very rustic with 2 bedrooms downstairs and a loft bedroom upstairs. Great for a family of 4. The well equipped kitchen had everything needed to cook breakfast, lunch or dinner. There are lots of little things that enhanced our stay including books, games, DVDs and even a set of binoculars to enjoy the dark starry sky. If you look to your left off of the dock, you can see the Milky Way along the tree line. There are a few restaurants in town, a market, family dollar and a small grocery store for everything you need. Fife Lake (650 acres) is within walking distance but we chose to stay on Pickerel Lake (45 acres) in which there were very few people. We were the only ones on the lake all week. Fife Lake has a public beach in town and can handle the bigger boats. Traverse City is only about a 30 minute drive and the Sleeping Bear Dunes is about an hour from the cottage. I would strongly recommend this cottage to any family who enjoys the outdoors but wants a nice cottage to stay in. The communication with the owner was excellent though we had no issues to complain about. I've leased through VRBO about 6 or 7 times and this rental is the nicest we've stayed in and that's saying a lot since we have never been disappointed.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Erin P.

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

Perfect cabin in the woods

My family and I had an excellent experience! The cabin was the perfect get away. The owners were easy to communicate with and answered all of our questions from booking to check out. The cabin instantly felt like home and met every need. We will definitely be back!!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy B.

Charming, updated, and very clean house on a small lake

We were very happy with our stay, the house is modern, very clean and looks like it has been remodeled recently. It has high ceilings and large windows that look out onto a small quiet lake with crystal clear water. I got out on the rowboat a couple of times and saw fish, Mallard Ducks, Swan's and Heron's. The house is very clean and has a well-stocked kitchen. Lots of space in the open concept living area, and a big deck. The surrounding area is very quiet and peaceful, great for a relaxing getaway. We drove to Traverse City, the sleeping bear dunes for some hiking, and Petoskey for some shopping. There is no internet or cable TV at the house, there are DVD movies and local TV channels from the digital antenna. Cell signal was very good (AT&T). We would stay again, it really is a wonderful place.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Melissa F.

Beautiful setting! Courteous and thoughtful owners.

This is a beautiful and welcoming home. It’s impeccably cared for, thoughtfully prepared and in a beautiful location. It offers a best-of-both-worlds kind of vacation. We spent a few days relaxing on the lake and dock, completely unplugged from distractions. It was also close to some fun spots for day trips!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Benedict D.

Relaxing week in quiet woods on the water with many fun excursions

We thoroughly enjoyed this modern and simply appointed property that included many amenities that enhanced the stay. Tuck away down a short gravel lane among pine trees near the water,, we used this property as 'base camp' and made day trips to local blueberry and cherry picking, wineries, Traverse City, Mackinac bridge and island, Sleeping Bear Dunes, bike riding. Evenings at cottage we kayaked, fished, used cottage provided wood for campfires and laid on the dock looking at stars. The shed was great for storing our bicycles. We had great weather and air conditioning was not an issue. The property provided fans would have easily relieved that. We are ready to return. Ben and Sandy
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2018

About the host

Hosted by Mary Haskin

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This property is owned and maintained by Chad & Mary. They have been property managers for over 15 years & have other properties in the area and in West Michigan.
They love the area and enjoy all that the area offers - from hiking the North Country Trail, to kayaking the lakes and rivers, to biking the VASA Singletrack, finishing with a glass of Traverse City wine on the deck overlooking the lake. There is just something special about Fife Lake.

Why they chose this property

Chad says that if you wanted to take a month off and write a book, this would be the place to do it. It is so tranquil and relaxing. At the same time it is close to everything you want to do. We have roots in Fife Lake, with family in the area for over 160 years and have always loved this area and all it has to offer.

What makes this property unique

We originally looked for a place on Fife Lake, but we were drawn to the awesome quietness of Pickerel Lake. This gave us the best of both worlds. We can be on Fife Lake in 3 minutes with a motor boat or kayak, but be in our cottage without all the noise and busyness.

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English, Spanish
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