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Elk Lake MI Family Escape

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Lakefront side of Cottage.
Great place for a leasurly afternoon.
Fire pit and play area away from lake.
Panorama photo of lakefront.
Typical day with water increasingly blue as water gets deeper.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

5 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 11

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen

Explore the area

Map
Rapid City, MI
  • Elk Lake
    1 min walk
  • Torch River
    5 min drive
  • Torch Lake
    9 min drive
  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    37 min drive

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 11)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Single Bed

2 bathrooms, 2 half bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Elk Lake MI Family Escape

This beautiful cottage/home has been in the family for 80 years. It is directly on the shore of Elk Lake with 200' of sand bottom frontage on a lot that is approximately 400 feet deep. Additions through the years have expanded it to enable 11 persons (max) to sleep in beds. From lake activities, kayaking, canoeing, swimming, and playing on the raft to volleyball, campfires and watching sunsets from the shore, this retreat will certainly relax you and provide a chance for your family to enjoy special time together.

Kitchen upgraded 2017, master bath #1 2018, kitchen/ hall/dining room flooring and furnace 2019, master bath #2 2020. New clothes washer and dryer (2020). New gas stove and dishwasher 2020.

Property manager

Dan Sutherin

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 35
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
No lifeguards provided, children must be monitored

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed
Pet pre-approval and fee apply.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Plenty of area to smoke outside.
No use or occupancy of the motorized boats, trampoline, or hand made kayak in garage is included in the rental.
Boats must be launched at public launch, not on premises. Mooring is completely at guests risk.
Rentor is responsible for water safety for all of their guest group and (if operating boats) are responsible for all state laws and rules.

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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Rapid City

Located in Rapid City, this holiday home is on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Torch Lake and Lake Michigan. Guntzviller's Spirit of the Woods Museum and Music House Museum are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and hiking nearby.
Map
Rapid City, MI

What's nearby

  • Elk Lake - 1 min walk
  • Torch Lake - 9 min drive
  • Torch Lake Park - 11 min drive
  • Turtle Creek Casino - 27 min drive
  • Grand Traverse Bay - 35 min drive

Getting around

  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Oasis Red Bull Tavern - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Dockside-Torch Lake - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Pearls New Orlean Kitchen - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Torch Lake Beer Co - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Chef Charles - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Elk Lake MI Family Escape pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Elk Lake MI Family Escape?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Elk Lake MI Family Escape?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Elk Lake MI Family Escape located?

This Rapid City holiday home is on the beach, steps from Elk Lake and within 6 mi (10 km) of Torch Lake and Elk Rapids Golf Club. Torch River and Lake Skegemog are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mark D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very comfortable and great location
We all enjoyed the comfort of house and being on the water. House had everything we needed and owner was extremely responsive when we had questions. Very mush enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jim H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Always a pleasure!
This is a great location, the swimming for the kids is phenomenal and the owner is easy to communicate with, the yard is huge for our active kids, the area offers many activities. Highly recommended!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Vicki J.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Elk Lake
Beautiful location. Rustic home with lots of room for a large group. Dan was very responsive and let us use a jetski hoist for our own machine as he had an extra one. Listing was not clear that there is a mooring buoy for a pontoon boat if you rent or bring your own boat. We hooked to that and also used an anchor post for added security and had no issue. House could use a deep clean but had plenty of room and amenities. We had a wonderful stay with beautiful sunsets.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrea S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Elk Lake Family Escape meets all expectations
This is our 2nd year at this lovely lake house and it offers everything a family or larger group needs for a fantastic lake getaway. The lake views are spectatcular, particularly at sunset. It has a sandy bottom for enjoyable swimming plus a dock for boat loading. We also like the fact that it has 5 BRs, including 3 on the first floor for those who want to avoid stairs. Plus 2 full baths and 2 half baths make life easy. The kitchen is well stocked and the washer dryer are a great convenience too. Thanks again for a great stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jim H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay
The best clear water sandy bottom swimming around with extensive shallow water for kids. Huge yard, evening fires and tons of chairs and lounges on the lake side. Plenty of room for our party of 5 adults and 3 children plus dogs. Friendly, quiet location. Our 2nd stay here and one of the best rentals around.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Joseph K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family vacation
Very nice place. Had a great time
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Heather K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family time
We had a wonderful visit with the family. The sunsets were beautiful!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Richard P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
very happy
Property was clean and well stocked with items for the guests. Lake was convenient and clean with a sandy beach. We were very happy and satisified. Very nice vacation
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Daryl D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
August 2021 family vacation
Very nice, clean and comfortable home. Nice size yard for all activities. Good selection of outside toys and inside toys and games for all. Nice dock area for boating and good swimming area. It would be nicer with a beach area for kids though, and fire pit by the water, but overall we had a very enjoyable week. Thank you for the opportunity to stay at your home.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Caryl S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Elk Lake Vacation
This is a wonderful property and we had a fantastic family vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Patricia W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a very n enjoyable stay
It was very good.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Richard P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
family vacation
property was clean, good location, water very nice, overall very pleased
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jim H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely place
Old time cottage feel with modern amenities. Wonderful large yard for kids with toys ( for land and water ) and great swimming. Comfort galore and responsive owner. Only thing better would be to own such a place. Thanks for a great stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jamie O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing Views & Overall Experience
Our family just returned from our week at Elk Lake, and it was AMAZING! Dan is so great to work with and we truly appreciate that we were able to stay in his fully stocked home. Our family was never bored! The house includes to many toys and we rented a pontoon for 4 days, so we lived on the lake! The house could use updated beds and bedding, but that would not stop us from returning because the location is perfect!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Chris S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Heaven on earth
If you like to be with family, this is a wonderful space. Cozy, with lots of bedrooms, a large kitchen, multiple seating areas, this home was perfect for our family. We were able to be completely entertained, without even venturing out much, by the beautiful lake and the sunset view.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Mike C., denver

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
Very good
Stayed 21 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Tim R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
As advertised or better
What you see - a beautiful spot on the water - is what you get. Very clean house, and a responsive and helpful owner.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Barb S., Kalamazoo, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous Family Retreat
The property is even better than then Pictures allow. The “cottage” is large and very comfortable. We had 8 adults and a 5 year old with plenty of space inside and out. The sandy bottom of the blue water gave us plenty of refreshing fun. We rented a boat fro Elk Lake marina which was also hassle free and added to our fun. Dan shares this gem fully; water toys, games and fabulous sunsets. My family came in from California, Ohio and MI, all want to do it again. Thanks again for sharing this treasure.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Richard P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
excellent rental
property was clean, many extra features, very good experience
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Vonda V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
4th of July Family Vacation
We could not have picked a better place to enjoy a holiday family vacation! The lot is so large, it allowed for lawn games, relaxing in provided lawn chairs and ample room for our boat rental. The house is fully equipped with everything you will ever need. It is not like most rentals where you have one pan, 8 plates, etc! This house is like home. It had a wonderful Weber gas grill, lots of outdoor seating, and plenty of lawn and water toys! The only thing we were short on were bath towels. We just used the provided beach towels and our own beach towels. The location is perfect. It’s in a very quiet neighborhood so you can go for walks, enjoy a bon fire and never hear traffic. Anyone looking for a spacious house, quiet neighborhood and amazing sunsets should rent this house! It’s truly a gem!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Chris S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic
Perfect for a family with young children, and perfect for adults. The wide lot provides a lengthy shoreline from which to watch the sunset. Chairs are provided for adults to enjoy the yard; toys are provided for children to enjoy it. Home is cozy and roomy.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Rita C., Akron, Oh

A true vacation home that we loved as soon as we stepped through the door. We will be back!
This was the best vacation home we’ve rented in many years of rentals. The kitchen was well stocked with plenty of cookware, utensils, dishes, and appliances. The house had plenty of seating inside and outside. The water toys were an added bonus that we took advantage of in addition to bringing our own. The location of the house was perfect for heading out for day trips. The washer, dryer and dishwasher were much appreciated. The supply of beach towels was perfect for our group and we appreciated not having to pack them. Also, having air conditioning was a huge bonus as it was hot and humid during our stay. This house was more like a home and we hope to return again next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Natalie S.

Great cozy home on the best part of Elk Lake!
My family and I thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this Elk Lake home. There were 8 adults and 2 kids and everyone was very comfortable. The shed full of lake toys was a huge bonus, as was the view and crystal clear water right out our back door. We would recommend this house to anyone.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Kitty W.

Very. Nice home and property . The lake front and lake are so clean and georgous!
We had an enjoyable stay. The property is lovely. The lake so clean. Would recommend
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Laurie P.

Five Stars on All Counts
From the spacious and comfortable accommodations to the wealth of activities lakeside and lawnside to the beautiful sunsets, sandy beaches and clean lake water, our family had a wonderful time at this beautiful Elk Lake home. The home's interior offered plenty of room for all to have separate space as well as combined family fun. The yard was great for lawn games and lake viewing, and the lake itself was perfect for our 5 and 6 year old grandchildren to swim in shallow depths with sandy bottoms. We brought our boat and had a lot of fun with water sports.The proximity to Elk Rapids and Traverse City was also a "plus". Bottom line, a great time was had by all.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2017

About the host

Hosted by Dan Sutherin

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This is a family cottage operated and maintained by the 3rd and fourth generation of the clan.

Why they chose this property

Elk Lake is a part of the "Chain of Lakes" of Michigan and holds some of the cleanest, clearest water in the state. The sandy bottom combined with water that you can see through for over 15' makes a perfect summer playground for young and old.

What makes this property unique

With one of the larger frontages in the bay and one of the largest yards, there is no end to the activities and play that can be enjoyed. Swimmers can go 150' or more into the lake and still touch. Sunsets are spectacular as the property is on the Eastern shore looking to the west.

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