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Alanson Vacation Rental | 2BR | 1BA | 708 Sq Ft | 1 Step Required to Access

Exterior | Porch w/ Seating | Walkable Location

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9.6

Exceptional

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 671 sq m

Popular amenities

Washer

Pet-friendly

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Dryer

Outdoor space

Explore the area

Alanson, MI

Crooked Lake19 min walk
Crooked Vine Vineyard and Winery4 min drive
Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional)14 min drive
Nub's Nob Ski Area27 min drive

Most relevant reviews

10/10 Excellent

Very nice house, beds are good, has everything you will need. Not far from Petoskey or Harbor Springs.

Gregg S.

Dec 19, 2023

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Additional Sleeping (Living Room)

1 Double Sofa Bed

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Full Bathroom

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Outdoor play area

About this property

Petoskey Area Cabin, Walk to Crooked River!

Bring your boat and head Up North for a much needed escape at this charming cabin. Featuring 2 bedrooms, 1 bath and all the essential comforts, this vacation rental is sure to suit all your family and furry friend's needs. Get an early start on the Crooked Lake with access to the boat launch just under a half-mile away, take a day trip to Mackinac Island, or stroll through Downtown Petoskey. Visiting in the winter? Shred the slopes at Boyne Highlands or snowmobile along the network of trails.

-- THE PROPERTY --

Walkable Location | Pet Friendly | Free WiFi

Experience all of the beauty and outdoor activities Northern Michigan has to offer when you stay at this cozy and conveniently located cabin in Alanson.

Bedroom 1: Queen Bed | Bedroom 2: Full Bed | Living Room: Sleeper Sofa

KITCHEN: Fully equipped, stainless steel appliances, cooking basics, drip coffeemaker, toaster, cafe table
INDOOR LIVING: Flat-screen Smart TV, open floor plan
GENERAL: Washer/dryer, towels/linens, air conditioning, ceiling fans, 768 sq ft
OUTDOOR LIVING: Table w/ 4 chairs, dog kennels (exclusively for guest use)
PARKING: Driveway (3 vehicles), trailer parking

-- THE LOCATION --

LAKES: Boat Launch on Crocker River (0.3 miles), Crooked Lake (2.2 miles), Sturgeon River (10.2 miles), Burt Lake (4.0 miles), Mullett Lake (21.9 miles), Crooked Lake (10.9 miles)
OUTDOOR RECREATION: Petoskey State Park (8.2 miles), Burt Lake State Park (9.8 miles), Cooperation Park (10.3 miles), Gaylord State Forest Area (16.6 miles), Aloha State Park (27.2 miles)
SKI RESORTS: Nubs Nob Ski Resort (10.1 miles), Boyne Highlands Resort (10.7 miles), Treetops Resort (43.9 miles)
ATTRACTIONS: Cross in the Woods (9.0 miles), Big Bear Adventures (9.7 miles)
DAY TRIPS: Mackinaw City (24.0 miles), Mackinac Island Ferry (24.8 miles), Traverse City (77.8 miles)
DINING: Bob's Place (0.5 miles), Vivio’s (9.1 miles), Michael’s Tavern & Steakhouse (9.2 miles), Wilson’s Rivers Edge Restaurant (9.7 miles), Christopher’s Cafe (10.2 miles)
AIRPORT: Pellston Regional Airport (9.4 miles)

-- REST EASY WITH US --

Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you’ll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we’ll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we’ll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome--because we know what vacation means to you.

-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- 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: The on-site dog kennels are private and are exclusively available for guest use

Property manager

Evolve

Languages

English, French, German, Spanish

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Kitchen

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 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

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

Alanson

This cabin is located in Alanson. Crooked Vine Vineyard and Winery and Hidden River Golf and Casting Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Cheboiganing Preserve and Big Bear Adventures. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby power boating, or enjoy the great outdoors with hunting.

Alanson, MI

What's nearby

Crooked Lake - 19 min walk
Crooked Vine Vineyard and Winery - 4 min drive
Burt Lake - 9 min drive
Petoskey State Park - 15 min drive
Nub's Nob Ski Area - 27 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

‪Northwood Family Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
‪Dairy Queen - ‬2 min drive
‪Rusty Saw North Stakehouse & BBQ - ‬6 min drive
‪Burt Lake Brewery - ‬11 min drive
‪Mim's Mediterranean Grill - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Petoskey Area Cabin, Walk to Crooked River! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Petoskey Area Cabin, Walk to Crooked River!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Petoskey Area Cabin, Walk to Crooked River!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Petoskey Area Cabin, Walk to Crooked River! located?

Situated in Alanson, this cabin is 1 mi (1.6 km) from Crooked Lake and within 3 miles (5 km) of Crooked Vine Vineyard and Winery and Pickerel Lake. Cheboiganing Preserve and Burt Lake are also within 6 miles (10 km).

9.6

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

8.4/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

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10/10 Excellent

Laura

21 June 2024

Excellent Hidden Gem!

We were pleasantly surprised to find this gem, conveniently located between Burt Lake & Petoskey in Alanson, MI. The house has plenty of space for vehicles, even room for vehicles plus a trailered boat! * The house is super clean and modern, perfect for a small group or family.Sleeping was comfortable for 5 or 6 people; but really not more than 6 people since there are only 2 beds in 2 bedrooms. The couch was super comfy and pulls out to sleep 2 plus a very large comfy chair to match!* The kitchen is modern with every convenience needed, I felt like I was at home!* No firepit or nor grill outside, but plenty of parks in the area. After a long day out-and-about, we didn't even have the energy for campfire. It was nice to be in an air-conditioned comfortable house! *** Most Definitely recommend this house & owner! The owners were very welcoming with notes around the place to answer any questions upon our arrival, along with a book of details for things in the area.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gregg S.

19 Dec 2023

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

Nice cabin

Very nice house, beds are good, has everything you will need. Not far from Petoskey or Harbor Springs.

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Brian G.

17 Aug 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy

Clean and Updated - time for new mattresses

Overall we had a nice stay. The property is is clean and updated. The pics are exactly what we got. Two points to consider: 1. It's time to update the mattresses. They are spongy soft. We all woke up sore because of lack of support while sleeping. 2. there is not much there as far as the neighborhood goes. Neighbors were fine and overall it was quiet but we did all of our day trips in Petoskey. That is a 15 minute drive just fyi. The large table was great for breakfast and games at night. One final note that my adult kids were laughing about, the lock was unusually hard to operate. It's a combination of key and digital buttons. It took a while to get the lock to work and then get the key out. My girls would wait in the car while I struggled with the key. It became the running joke for the weekend. I'm gonna chalk this up to operator error but there were no instructions and I'm generally a pretty handy guy. Hope this helps

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

4/10 Poor

Ed L.

13 Aug 2023

Liked: Check-in, communication

Disliked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

Don't stay

The outside area was unkept. The neighborhood location was terrible. Though it was obvious the interior had been updated, the furniture was old and worn. This is definitely not worth the price paid

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth H.

17 July 2023

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

Quaint cabin!

Quaint cabin not too far from downtown Alanson. Quick drive to Petosky (20 minutes) & Pellston with a 30 minute drive to Mackinaw City. Cabin is exactly as pictured with enough amenities in the kitchen to cook a full meal.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

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6/10 Okay

John

14 July 2023

It was adequate

Not really recommended for non-pet owners. Everything worked except we couldn't make the AC/Heat unit work. Furnishings were fine.

8/10 Good

gayle C.

4 July 2023

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

Disliked: Location

Alanson MI

Inside was very nice ,but out side wasn't as neat. Property needed the lawn mowed and some other manicuring. The dog kennel was not a very pretty sight either.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angie L., Okemos

15 June 2023

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

Disliked: Location

Very nice place!

It was very clean and had everything we needed to a weekend trip!

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Reuben R.

14 Mar 2023

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

Very cozy & clean

Cabin was nicely furnished and quite. Very relaxing place to rest.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Linda W.

13 Feb 2023

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

Perfect for couple and their old dog.

We had no problem with the cottage, check in and out very easy. The cottage is cute with everything you need for cooking or just relaxing. Dog friendly!! Location was perfect for us. Lots to do within 30-45 minutes from cottage.

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

chris a.

28 Jan 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy

Super clean

Very quiet

Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah W., Ann Arbor, USA

30 Dec 2022

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

Wonderful stay

A great few days in this lovely house, just 15 minutes away from skiing at Nubs Nob and Boyne Highlands. Beds were super comfortable. Our dog had a fantastic time, especially enjoyed walking in McCune Nature Reserve.

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anna F.

30 Dec 2022

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

Perfect ski getaway

This cabin was perfect for our ski getaway. The cabin was super clean and perfect for our family of 4 (and our black lab). It was just a quick drive to both Boyne Highlands and Nubs Nob!

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robert L.

18 Nov 2022

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

Getaway

Very clean and had everything we needed.

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kimberley D.

25 Oct 2022

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

IT WAS A LOVELY EXPERIENCE!!

GREAT PLACE!!!

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Victoria F.

14 Oct 2022

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

everything was amazing

I will definitely rent again!!

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

6/10 Okay

Steve C.

21 Sept 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

Disliked: Location

Nice place but...

Neighborhood is a bit run down. The tree in front of the house is in terrible need of attention, draws mosquitoes and provides 0 light. The beds definitely need replaced. Very uncomfortable. However, the actual home itself is nice and clean with updated appliances. Remodel is nicely done. Short distance to all of the sights in Petoskey, Indian Springs, and Mackinac.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

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10/10 Excellent

George

19 Sept 2022

Wonderful stay in Alanson

We brought our two, very well behaved, Westies with us and had a wonderful stay at David's Cabin. The Cabin was well appointed with clear instructions on how to care for the property. When we arrived, we had difficulty understanding how to operate the Whirlpool Gas Oven. David was very responsive and sent his maintenance person, Michael, the following morning to help. With the exception of very minor items, this Cabin was very well equiped with everything one needs for a comfortable stay. We would have liked a couple of mixing bowls and little more silverware but we managed fine. When we arrived on Sunday, it was raining heavily and the driveway entrance to the house was wet and muddy. The gravel driveway could have used another good layer of gravel to avoid tracking mud into the house. Fortunately, we had two pair of shoes, clean ones for the house and dirty ones, left by the door when going outside. Also, the front door lock was hard to open and lock, very tricky trying to remove the key after locking. David is an incredibly friendly landlord. I've never experienced a situation with anyone as helpful and responsive. We loved this cabin, the most pet friendly stay ever (with complimentary dog treats and pictures throughout the cabin of Labador Retrievers). David also provided a complimentary bottle of wine to welcome us. The location was perfect, equal distance between Petosky and I75 for an easy drive to Makinaw City. It was also very close to Habor Springs, Carlevoix and Walloon Lake. We shopped at a giant Meijer Grocery store, in Petosky, only 15-20 minutes away. If we're welcomed back, we'd love to return for another stay.

10/10 Excellent

George A., Indianapolis, Indiana

15 Sept 2022

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

Great stay and location

This home was ideal for our needs, including our two Westies. It was very clean with most of the amenities one needs. If you are interested in visiting all major attractions in the Lower Peninsula (Mackinac Island, Petosky and Charlevoix), it is the perfect location.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

2/10 Terrible

Daniel L.

29 Aug 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

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

Bad experience

I did not receive check-in instructions before check in. I arrived with my kids after a 6-hr drive and couldn’t enter. Evolve, the company that runs this property, promised compensation but did not deliver. The property itself is basic (tho clean and functional) and not in the nicest area.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bhagi K.

26 Aug 2022

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

Great place, super clean and I love cooking my own food. Thanks for everything

Nice place

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Toni P., Wolverine Lake

22 Aug 2022

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

Great Getaway

The property was really nice. The home was really clean and very tastefully decorated. It was a very comfortable home to stay in and very close to several attractions and nearby cities. I would stay again. Communication with the property manager was slow in response time. This would be the only negative. The actual homeowner Dave responded immediately which was great!

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer W.

18 Aug 2022

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

Lovely place!

Instantly felt at home! We were greeted with a bottle of wine (for us) and dog bones for our fur babes! We didn't bring them along on this trip but they loved the surprise when we brought them home. Very cute/updated place, very clean. Extra bedding and towels provided. No complaints at all!

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mark B.

20 July 2022

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

Cozy Cabin for Our Summer Vacation

This property was very nicely remodeled and themed on the inside. The property was just as described in the listing. The property was very clean and in very good shape in the interior. The outside was maintained in the front. It happened to be unusually hot during our stay, so it was very helpful that the property had AC to keep us cool. The property had lots of amenities on the inside to make it a cozy place to stay and to feel like home. Although the location does not have a pretty view and is basically set in a common mixed home community next to a RV campground along the river, it was safe and very conveniently located. It was only a 15minute drive to Petoskey, Harbor Springs, or Indian River from the property. There is a local market just down the road from the property that is in the gas station that has just about everything you need if you don't want to drive into Petoskey. One of the only negatives that we had were that the walls between the two bedrooms were not very sound proof. Since the beds shared the adjoining wall, you could hear the people in the other room moving around or talking. I think just shifting the beds to opposite walls could help with that issue. Other than that, everything else was great and we would definitely stay there again if we are back in the area. Thank you for hosting us and for sharing your lovely little cabin.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022