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Spacious Family Retreat With Crooked Lake Access

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A two-story house with a front porch, a small attached garage, and a well-maintained garden with various plants and a pathway leading to the entrance.
A living room with two grey sofas, a wooden coffee table, a white lamp, and a large window with blinds.
A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a ceiling fan, and artwork on the walls.
A spacious kitchen with a large island, wooden chairs, and a view of a snowy landscape through the windows.
An aerial view of a lakeside residential area with houses, roads, and a small body of water.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Garage parking available
    Enjoy the convenience of garage parking - a rare offering in the area.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Crooked Lake

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Alanson, MI
  • Place, Crooked Lake
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Pickerel Lake
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Odawa Casino
    ‪27 min drive‬
  • Airport, Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 King Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden

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About the area

Alanson

Alanson is home to this holiday home. Lake Michigan and Petoskey State Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Cheboiganing Preserve and Big Bear Adventures. Chillermania! and Great Lakes Center for the Arts are also worth visiting. Enjoy the area's slopes with skiing, and don't miss out on the ice skating and sledging.
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Alanson, MI

What's nearby

  • Crooked Lake - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Pickerel Lake - 3 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Nub's Nob Ski Area - 19 min drive - 22.5 km
  • Odawa Casino - 27 min drive - 27.9 km
  • Boyne Mountain - 41 min drive - 55.2 km

Getting around

  • Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Petoskey Brewing - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Burt Lake Brewery - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Crooked River Coffee - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Dutch Oven Yarn Shop - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Spacious Family Retreat With Crooked Lake Access pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Spacious Family Retreat With Crooked Lake Access?

As of 5 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Spacious Family Retreat With Crooked Lake Access on 16 May 2027 start from AU$1,337, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Spacious Family Retreat With Crooked Lake Access?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Spacious Family Retreat With Crooked Lake Access?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Spacious Family Retreat With Crooked Lake Access?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Spacious Family Retreat With Crooked Lake Access located?

Situated in Alanson, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Crooked Lake and Pickerel Lake. Crooked Vine Vineyard and Winery is 1.5 mi (2.3 km) away.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 26 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 26 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 26 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 26 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location! Next time we plan a golf vacation, would love to stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Sept 2026
Thank you for staying with us, Paul! We’re so glad you enjoyed your time here. We’d be happy to have you back whenever your next golf trip brings you to the area! - Vacation Properties of Northern Michigan
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay! The house was recently renovated, very clean, and spacious. Everything felt fresh and well-maintained, and the house was stocked with everything we needed for a comfortable stay. Check-in was super easy, and communication with the host was smooth and hassle-free. We really enjoyed our time here and would definitely stay again next time we're in the area. Highly recommended!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Oct 2026
Thank you for the wonderful review! We’re so glad you enjoyed your stay and found the home comfortable and well-equipped. We appreciate the recommendation and would be happy to host you again next time you’re in the area! - Vacation Properties of Northern Michigan
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean and comfortable beds.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 30 July 2026
Thank you for staying at Summerside Drive! - Vacation Properties of Northern Michigan
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful home in a beautiful and quiet setting. Far enough out for privacy, enjoying nature, with a feeling of safety, away from traffic, but close to towns and shopping.Very clean home well furnished with plenty of amenities.Everything about the home was perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Sept 2026
Thank you so much for the wonderful review! We’re so glad you enjoyed the peaceful setting and found the home comfortable and well equipped. It was a pleasure hosting you, and we hope to welcome you back again! - Vacation Properties of Northern Michigan
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Fabulous property

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This was such an amazing house for our family trip! House was beautiful, clean, fully stocked with everything we needed plus games and a grill!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful home

We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Aug 2025
We're so glad you enjoyed your time at Summerside Drive! - Vacation Properties of Northern Michigan
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was great at communicating. Bedrooms are very comfortable. Easy and short drive to the slopes or Petoskey.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Jan 2026
Thank you for staying with us! We’re glad everything went smoothly and that the location worked well for your trip. We’d be happy to host you again. - Vacation Properties of Northern Michigan
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great UP House

Good location, house has all the amenities you could want, nice neighborhood, a lot of wildlife viewing from back porch.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 June 2025
Thank you! We're so happy you enjoyed the home, the view, and time on the water with family and friends. We'd love to have you back! - Vacation Properties of Northern Michigan
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

peaceful , roomy family retreat

Rating Details: The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: mini family get together for our family.....the plus was 3 king bedrooms with lots of room...this was a first trip for our 4 month grandchild and the rooms and insulation were perfect that no one heard her fussing.....very clean and well appointed
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Oct 2025
Thank you for your lovely review! We’re so glad the home worked well for your family gathering and that everyone was comfortable during such a special first trip with your grandchild. We’d be delighted to host you all again! - Vacation Properties of Northern Michigan
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Couples Vacay

House was very nice, had everything you would ever need! Very peaceful surrounding! Loved being able to use garage for vehicle!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Sept 2023
We're so glad you enjoyed your stay at Summerside Drive! We welcome you back anytime! - Vacation Properties of Northern Michigan
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Relaxing and Fun

Beautiful house with very nice decor and top notch amenities. Owner gave thorough information leading up to our stay and was quick to respond to any questions we had. This was a great place for our kids and grandkids to hangout for the week and had many great things to do within close vicinity.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 12 July 2024
We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed your time with your family at Summerside Drive! Thank you for your review, and we look forward to hosting you again soon! - Vacation Properties of Northern Michigan
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Alanson

HAD A GREAT TRIP!! WOULD COME BACK AGAIN!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Sept 2023
Thank you for staying at Summerside Drive! - Vacation Properties of Northern Michigan
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Lake Vacay

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Beautiful home. Gorgeous view. Immaculate. Spacious. Plenty of supplies.
Response from VrboOwner on 23 July 2025
Thank you so much! We're glad you enjoyed the home and the views, and that everything met your needs for a comfortable stay. We'd love to have you back anytime! - Vacation Properties of Northern Michigan
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Summerside Drive

We had a great time Up North. This was a good location, close to Petoskey and Mackinac Island. House was very clean and well equipped. Back door to deck was hard to lock but we figured it out after a few minutes!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 18 July 2024
Thank you for allowing us to host your stay at Summerside Drive! - Vacation Properties of Northern Michigan
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Overall happy with our stay. Our check in was 2 hours later than what was expected so we started our vacation a little late because the cleaners were not complete with the home, but the property management group was keeping us updated and offered a credit for the 2 hours or later check out. We chose the later check out option. The kids LOVED the pac-man station and toys offered! I would stay here again in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Sept 2025
Thank you for your thoughtful review! We’re glad to hear your family enjoyed the home and especially that the kids loved the games and toys. We apologize again for the later check-in but are happy the later check-out worked well as a solution. We’d be delighted to welcome you back in the future! - Vacation Properties of Northern Michigan
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Modern, clean, family friendly house and garage was a good home base for winter skiing at Nubs Nob and Boyne Highlands. Well stocked and well equipped kitchen made meal prep easy and quick. Thoughtful touches for kids like games and night lights and multiple TVs with hotel-like streaming experience. beach towels provided for summer fun. Location is very near Petoskey food and fun. Very quiet rural setting.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
First we want to thank the mgt team for accommodating our late check out request. They also assisted with some cleaning that needed to be done to the deck as well as locating an umbrella for the outdoor dining table. Overall the house was clean and nice. The home does need some updating in terms of paint and carpet. Kit was well equipped. Beds were comfortable. Overall a nice stay. Not a luxury experience but a nice experience.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 21 July 2025
Thank you for your feedback! We're glad you had a nice stay and appreciate your comments and suggestions.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Home away from home

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was more than happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Great base site to explore the area. Easy distance to Mackinac Island. Very quiet with garage space to park. Would suggest a mirror on the wall of second story.
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Oct 2023
Summerside Drive is a peaceful home to get away to, with an easy drive to Mackinaw City or Petoskey to experience Northern Michigan. We have a mirror in the full bathroom upstairs, but we appreciate the feedback and will look into potentially adding another! - Vacation Properties of Northern Michigan
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay on near the Lake

We had a total of 6 people renting the house for a wedding at Petosega Camp. It was about a 10 minute drive, so location was great! All the bedrooms were super nice for our adult kids and spouses. They loved the Pac-Man game! Throwback for sure!! The library had a super good choice of books per my daughter-in-law.. I personally liked the heated bar in the master bathroom. Cute little house! I will stay there again if we get up in that area again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Sept 2024
Thank you for your wonderful review! We’re delighted to hear that the house worked perfectly for your group and that the location was ideal. It’s great to know that all the bedrooms were comfortable for your adult kids and spouses, and we love that the Pac-Man game brought some nostalgic fun! We’re also glad to hear the library was a hit, and that you enjoyed the heated bar in the master bathroom. We’d be thrilled to welcome you back for another stay when you’re in the area again! - Vacation Properties of Northern Michigan
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Precious Moments with Family

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We were in town for a celebrations of birthdays and a graduation. Alanson was a perfect location between Petoskey and Indian River where my family has established residence after coming here every summer for many years. Despite cold, rainy weather, there were plenty of games, toys and room to enjoy ourselves. I loved the landscape and the kitchen was well supplied with cooking and eating needs. The only thing that was difficult was taking the garbage on the last day to a place that was probably more than a mile away.
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Sept 2024
Thank you for sharing your experience! We’re glad to hear that Alanson was a great location for your celebrations and that the property’s games, toys, and space allowed you to enjoy yourselves despite the weather. It’s also wonderful to know that you appreciated the landscape and the well-supplied kitchen. We apologize for the inconvenience with the garbage and will look into ways to make this process more convenient for future guests. Thank you for your feedback, and we hope to have the pleasure of hosting you again in the future! - Vacation Properties of Northern Michigan
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Room for all

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was more than happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We stayed as a group of seven women touring fall sights/ events in the Petoskey area. There is a grocery store less than two miles away. We divided into teams and split breakfast duties in a well stocked with tools and small appliances. Although it is VERY quiet, it is not isolated, there are other houses around. The location is about nine miles north of Petoskey, so a great home base for daily excursions. It was very clean. I might recommend bringing an extra blanket. Heated bathroom floor was nice.
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Nov 2023
We’re glad you enjoyed your stay at Summerside Drive! – Vacation Properties of Northern Michigan
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Wedding in Petosky

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We recently traveled to Michigan for a family wedding.... six adults and two children ( age 2 and age 6months ). The rental was perfect for us. The location and neighborhood were beautiful. Almost everything we needed for our stay was there for us. Any time we requested information or assistance, someone contacted us quickly. Instructions for checking in and out were clear. The one thing that could have made our trip easier was the communication regarding a pack-n-play for our grandson. We asked if there was one and told we would need to rent one from a local company. We decided to bring one which was cumbersome at best. When we arrived, there was one upstairs in the bedroom closet. It could have saved us transporting ours. We enjoyed the games and books left for everyone in the cute upstairs area. We would recommend this rental highly.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Updated place with ends options for activities

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This was a great spot for our family with 3 adult kids. We golfed 3 beautiful courses, tubed and kayaked down the Sturgeon River, biked from Harbor Springs to Petoskey, and day tripped for golf and dinner in Charlevoix. Pick a lake and you can swim a different one all week within a 30 minute drive in any direction. Got a State Park Pass? You can go 15 minutes west to the Petoskey State Park or east to the Burt Lake State Park.The house is on a peaceful natural area (former golf course) with a pond full of bird houses, heron habitat, and deer crossing through the backyard. It is well stocked with all your needs. The rental managers are very responsive and maintenance person, Adam, was friendly, knowledgeable, and a great resource for local spots to see.Only reason I didn’t rate a 5 on cleanliness is because I don’t belive it’s possible for any home to be spotless.Would rent again when we need a week of disconnected relaxation and fun!
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Aug 2023
Joni, we love this 5-star review and hearing everything you could access from Summerside Drive! The home is in a quiet neighborhood, and you seeing wildlife comfortable enough to get close to the property is a testament to that. We look forward to hosting you again! – Vacation Properties of Northern Michigan
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Alanson Gem

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Alanson Gem- We loved our stay at Summerside Drive! We traveled to Alanson to visit family and friends and wanted a location that would make all of our travels easy to get to. This property was just that! Easy trips to Mackinaw City, Mackinac Island, Petoskey, Boyne City, Harbor Springs and so many others. The house was very clean with so many little perks that made it easy. Spices, laundry detergent, dishwasher tablets, and extra paper towels! Plenty of beach towels! We loved the bathroom towel warmers and heated floors in the primary bedroom on the first floor. Comfortable beds and soft linens. We took full advantage of the new propane grill too! Thank you for the great communication for arrival and all the updates on weather links etc.We found this location to exactly fit what we needs for our two couples and 2 small children under 3. If we are in the area again, we will definitely look to stay here again. Cheers to a great job Summerside Drive!
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Sept 2024
Thank you so much for your fantastic review! We’re thrilled to hear that Summerside Drive was the perfect base for your visit to Alanson and made your travels to surrounding areas convenient. It’s great to know that the little perks, like the spices and laundry essentials, made your stay more comfortable. We’re also glad you enjoyed the bathroom towel warmers, heated floors, and the new propane grill. It sounds like you made the most of the amenities and had a wonderful time. Your feedback about the communication and updates is much appreciated, and we’re so happy that the property suited your needs for your group of two couples and young children. We’d be delighted to welcome you back if you’re in the area again. Thank you for your kind words and for choosing to stay with us! - Vacation Properties of Northern Michigan
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in
Disliked: Communication

Harbor/Alanson home

This home is absolutely beautifully decorated. The designers didn't think with the the master shower. Its extremely slippery and i took a fall. Our chore list led us way out of the way to take out the trash as they had to leave a map to get to the can. Tried to put the tv on for the kids while we got ready for our day trip out and it didn't work properly. No biggie we moved on and one of us entertained them. They're sticklers for cleanliness yet there is diapers in the landscaping and something unidentifiable as well. Beautiful home as i said but definitely not as welcoming as some we have stayed at. We chose to just be there to sleep sadly would likely not rent in the future or for extended stay. ESPECIALLY since we got zero response when we messaged them directly while there. To be clear we searched for rentals in Harbor springs this on popped up. Check in process was actually the worst, as far as the MANY emails and texts plus the difficult online paperwork. I hope they work on this a little so families can relax when visiting.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Sept 2023
Julia – We checked our records and never received any messages to our after-hours number, which we provided to you a minimum of five times before and during your stay. We make ourselves available 24/7, so we wish you would have reached out to see if we could resolve some of these issues. Once we did receive your complaints on the day of your checkout, the Rental Manager placed a call to you right away via phone but did not receive a callback. Regarding the debris found outside – our housekeepers and Rental Manager were at the home hours before you arrived, and we can assure you these items were not there. This home is in an area that frequently sees wildlife, so we believe some critters are responsible for the items in the landscaping. Regardless of how it happened, we do understand your frustration. We apologize for anything you had issues with and are glad you could appreciate the décor and beauty of the rental! It really is a great place! We just wish you would have called so that we had the opportunity to correct anything you felt necessary to enjoy your stay more. - Vacation Properties of Northern Michigan
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