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"Just A Cottage Small"

Lakefront cottage with kitchen and patio

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Terrace/patio
Property grounds
Interior
Room
Property grounds

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Alanson, MI
  • Place, Crooked Lake
  • Place, Petoskey State Park
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Place, Nub's Nob Ski Area
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Airport, Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

"Just A Cottage Small"

Come to Four Sisters' Farm and enjoy your stay in "Just a Cottage Small". This cozy little two story cottage is complete with the comforts of home. Nestled on our ten acre homestead, you'll find yourself centrally located to all of northern Michigan's finest attractions. Within a thirty minute drive you'll be able to take in such sites as the Mackinaw Bridge, Mackinaw Island, the Tunnel of Trees, numerous golf courses, Lake Michigan's sandy beaches, inland water streams and lakes great for fishing and boating, and so much more. We are located right on one of the main biking and snowmobiling trails, making it easy for year round activities. Finally, visit any number of restaurants in the area or stay in for a quiet evening in country comfort.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
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

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 deadlock

About the area

Alanson

Located in Alanson, this cottage is in a rural area and on a river. Hidden River Golf and Casting Club and Crooked Vine Vineyard and Winery 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. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing, snowboarding and skiing, and don't miss out on the snowmobiling.
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Alanson, MI

What's nearby

  • Petoskey State Park - 19 min drive - 19.2 km
  • The Highlands - 21 min drive - 21.8 km
  • Nub's Nob Ski Area - 22 min drive - 22.2 km
  • McLaren Northern Michigan Hospital - 27 min drive - 25.0 km
  • Odawa Casino - 31 min drive - 27.1 km

Getting around

  • Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Rusty Saw North - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Northwood Restaurant - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Pellston Market - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Alanson Depot Restaurant - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is "Just A Cottage Small" pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at "Just A Cottage Small"?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at "Just A Cottage Small"?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is "Just A Cottage Small" located?

Located on a lake, this Alanson cottage offers ski-in/ski-out access within 3 miles (5 km) of Cheboiganing Preserve and Crooked Lake, and is convenient for winter sports, such as cross-country skiing and snowmobiling. Hidden River Golf and Casting Club and Burt Lake are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 46 out of 51 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 51 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 51 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 51 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 51 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

John G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy place nestled comfortably on a beautiful and quiet property
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect and cozy little cottage! Unwind cuddling on the loveseat listening to the old fashioned radio to enjoying your morning coffee on the deck... Visit the city life close by or good ol country side, Museums to flowing of inland water.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffery S.

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

Amazing little Cottage

This small cottage is cozy, clean and a bit off the beaten path. The scenery is absolutely stunning and it is not too far away from any activity but far enough away that you feel completely at peace. I have stayed at many B&Bs and this is by far one of the best. So clean and beautiful. I will definitely be staying there again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Troy S.

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

Perfect for couples

Perfect short term stay for couples. Very close all area attractions.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angie P.

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

Cute little cottage

Cute and cozy stay. the cottage was the perfect size for a weekend getaway with my bestie. Bed was comfy, water was hot, no complaints about the cottage. We loved being able to sip coffee on the porch and look at the cows grazing in the field. Close to harbor springs and petoskey. Only thing that surprised us a little was the proximity of the other buildings, we were surrounded by a house, 2 story 2 car garage, shed, and another cottage, whereas I thought we were going to be a little more isolated. Otherwise perfect stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott S.

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

Two thumbs up

Great little cozy cabin! Great location for visiting both Petoskey, and Mackinac city.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Marty M.

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

Cottage Small

Very cozy cottage and nicely furnished .
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dakotah C.

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

Excellent place to stay!

My boyfriend came in from Massachusetts and we booked this to stay for the weekend. What a great place! It was quaint and quiet, very relaxing and offered a place to unwind from the world. We enjoyed being television free and spent our nights playing games and cards. Would definitely book again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

timothy

Liked: Amenities
Quiet comfortable
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

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

Lovely Cottage

The cottage was clean and every amenity was thought of. The wi-fi was out due to a lightning strike, but we spent so much time away on the lakes that it was a non-issue. We enjoyed meeting the hosts and would absolutely recommend this place!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie H.

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

Weekend Getaway

The house was just as described and pictured. It was very clean and comfortable. Hearing the roosters crow and watching the cows graze in the mornings made for the perfect scene to drink your coffee to out on the porch. Will definitely be staying here again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeff F., Midland, MI

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

Cool little cabin

Very nice little cabin my wife loved it. We weren’t there much but it was definitely nice coming back to after a day out and about.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

David B.

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

End of year family/friends visit

Loved the cottage and its charm. Hosts were very respectful of privacy. A bit close to the main house but again, the hosts made that a non-issue. Thank you and the cottage small will remain on our list for future visits!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

John B.

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

2023 trip

Very nice and cozy.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Sweet Stay

Loved our stay in the "small cottage"! It was so cozy and the perfect gateway. We loved hearing the homestead animals from our deck while sipping coffee. Easy to get to Petoskey and Mackinaw, while also being so close to a cute little small town. We loved walking on the nearby trail to take in the scenery as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Well stocked cottage with everything you need for a getaway weekend for 2. Quiet and picturesque property. Could have used a blind instead of just a sheer on the door since the bedroom is at the bottom of the stairs.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jen

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

Happiest Little Home Away From Home

The home was just as advertised in the notes and pictures (super cute!). The location was close to Mackinaw City as well as Petosky, and the town itself was cute. Perfect getaway for a single person or a couple. Enough amenities to get you through each day and a nice place to come back to for relaxation and sleep. The hosts were extremely friendly and met me on my first night there. They also saw me when I left, and were very kind throughout my entire trip. I will definitely return!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

6/10 Okay

jen m.

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

Needs more pictures and descriptions of the listing.

The cottage had an odor. More pictures of the listing would have been helpful to show the size of the shower- extremely small and the bedroom in the basement. The mattress was very uncomfortable. Sofa was small and not comfortable for two people to sit on. Overall defiantly not worth the money paid.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Exactly what it’s advertised as. Add some WiFi and it would be perfect for short stay. The farm cat was delightful.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aaron B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful and cozy. Thank you for nice getaway.Aaron
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ellie G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean little cottage. The Host lives on the same property, maybe 100 yards from the cottage. Although, it wasn’t a problem. No wifi or TV. Very small shower if you a bigger person I don’t know how it would work. Overall great stay, and great location! Would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unique property. Excellent place to stay for a couple looking for a quiet getaway. Large bedroom on lower level with a comfortable queen size bed. Upper level has the bathroom , kitchenette and a small sitting area. Large deck overlooking the farm outback. Located close to Harbor Springs & Petoskey.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dawn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful self contained secluded cottage with everything we needed for a 4 day break. This was perfect for my husband and myself and was close to Petoskey and Mackinac. Our hosts were friendly and helpful without being overbearing. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Arthur B.

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

Perfect Little Cottage

Great experience!! Perfect little cottage for our visit to Burt Lake for a family reunion. Our host was exceptional. Had an issue with the refrigerator upon arrival (10 PM). Called our host and he arrived in 10 minutes and fixed the problem. Very impressive, and most appreciated!! 5 Star experience!! Highly recommend this property and these hosts!! Well done!!
Perfect Little Cottage
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sara H.

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

Mother/Daughter trip

This was the sweetest little cottage for our mother/daughter getaway. So peaceful, so adorable. We had a wonderful time!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

About the host

Hosted by Gregg Garn

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