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A Short's Walk - Sandy Lakefront with Spa / Hot Tub and Kayaks!

Lakefront cottage with kitchen and patio

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OVERVIEW: The new year-round hot tub with Bass Lake and the private lakefront in the background
OVERVIEW: The private lakefront
OVERVIEW: The private lakefront, bonfire ring, and kayaks.
OVERVIEW: The lakefront has a family-friendly sandy bottom, which is rare and is great for kids to play in the lake.
OVERVIEW: The living room features great natural lighting and gorgeous views of Bass Lake!

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 10126.0 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Elk Rapids, MI
  • Place, Elk Rapids Golf Club
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Torch Lake
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Place, Chateau Chantal
    ‪47 min drive‬
  • Airport, Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪31 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Queen Beds

Living room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

A Short's Walk - Sandy Lakefront with Spa / Hot Tub and Kayaks!

A Short's Walk is a gorgeous newly remodeled home right on Bass Lake in hip and trendy Elk Rapids! It includes a private sandy lakefront, large lakefront deck, NEW YEAR-ROUND SPA / HOT TUB, 2 kayaks, 2 bikes, a bonfire ring, a 1-car garage, and a gas grill. Plus high-speed Wi-Fi and live streaming television! Gorgeous lakeviews from inside! Grassy yard for kids. Washer and dryer. Also just a short approx. 150 yard walk from the famous Short's Brewery where you can drink and relax!


NEIGHBORHOOD:

The home is just outside of downtown Elk Rapids on Bass Lake. It is very close (approx. 150 yards) from the famous Short's Brewery in Elk Rapids, where you can dine and enjoy Short's famous beers. It's just a short drive (less than 5 minutes) to downtown Elk Rapids, which has a fun collection of shops, restaurants, cafes, and bars. There's also a very nice beach on Lake Michigan at the end of the downtown area.

Outside of Elk Rapids, the cottage is close to the famous Torch Lake, Traverse City, Charlevoix, and Petoskey, all of which provide a myriad of things to do and see.


GUEST ACCESS:

Guests have access to the entire house, including the garage.


PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING:

(1) HOT TUB: To keep the hot tub clean, smoking of any kind is strictly prohibited while in the hot tub. If the hot tub is left excessively dirty, guests will be charged for draining, cleaning, and refilling the hot tub.

(2) FIREPLACE: Please note that guests are not permitted to use the indoor wood fireplace.

(3) PET POLICY: Up to 2 dogs are permitted at the property. If bringing 1 to 2 dogs, please make certain that they are included on the reservation and that the pet fee is appropriately paid. More than 3 dogs is strictly prohibited and any pets other than dogs are also strictly prohibited.

(4) AIR CONDITIONING: Please note that the property does NOT have air conditioning. As such, it may get warm in the house during the summer if it is warm outside.

(5) NUMBER OF GUESTS: Please note that our pricing is based upon the number of guests, with pricing being higher with each additional guest that is included on the reservation. Please make certain that the correct number of guests is specified on the reservation so that the pricing is correct.

(6) EARLY CHECK-IN: Our policy is to allow early check-in on the day of arrival if the property is available for check-in. We will not know until the day before arrival whether or not the property will be available for early check-in or not. You can check with our local property manager the day before arrival or on your arrival day to see if the property will be available for early check-in or not.

(7) LATE CHECK-OUT: We maintain a very strict and structured cleaning schedule. As such, late check-outs are strictly prohibited.

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

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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

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

About the area

Elk Rapids

Located in Elk Rapids, this cottage is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Torch Lake. Guntzviller's Spirit of the Woods Museum and Music House Museum are also worth visiting.
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Elk Rapids, MI

What's nearby

  • Veterans Memorial Park - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Elk Rapids Golf Club - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Torch Lake - 14 min drive - 14.1 km
  • Grand Traverse Bay - 32 min drive - 32.3 km
  • Chateau Chantal - 47 min drive - 53.7 km

Getting around

  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Oasis Tavern - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Pearl's New Orleans Kitchen - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪The Dam Shop - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Johnny's Torch Riviera - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Jolly Pumpkin - ‬38 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is A Short's Walk - Sandy Lakefront with Spa / Hot Tub and Kayaks! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at A Short's Walk - Sandy Lakefront with Spa / Hot Tub and Kayaks!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A Short's Walk - Sandy Lakefront with Spa / Hot Tub and Kayaks!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is A Short's Walk - Sandy Lakefront with Spa / Hot Tub and Kayaks! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is within 1 mi (2 km) of Rotary Park and Lake Michigan. Edward C. Grace Memorial Harbor and North Beach are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 49 out of 58 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 58 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 58 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 58 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 58 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jim B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very close to lots of things to do, but still felt secluded. We loved the hot tub and the matress was very comfortable to sleep on. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beth K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place in a great location Nice to have hot tub.Dog friendly
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Karen B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good location. Kids had fun kayaking, fishing and swimming.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our second visit and we loved it just as much as the first. Beautiful sunrise and sunsets. We also got to see another deer this year on our last morning. Such a beautiful view. Another success fall trip north and staying in this home. We will be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Josh

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

Comfy Beds/ Great Location

Great family time, loved the kayaks and location.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica G.

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

Great Location and Fishing

Waking up to the waterview and casting a line in the mornings was wonderful. Lake was warm, and the beaches were close. Elk rapids is a great town.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ryan C.

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

Enjoyable place and location

Wife and I enjoyed our stay, tried some ice fishing but they didn’t cooperate very well. Very close to Short’s Brewery(75yards) Tabitha was great to communicate with and very helpful, definitely would stay again
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tim B.

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

Enjoyed our stay

Loved the seclusion. Enjoyed being an early riser and watching the sunrise over the lake. Enjoyed the area and the village of Elk Rapids. Tabitha was very helpful and quick to respond to our questions. Would love to stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Alexander S.

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

Elk Rapids

The location and house were excellent. Bass lake is nice and quiet, good for kayaking! The Loon platform in the lake nearby is fun to watch from the fire pit but don’t get too close in a kayak. The water from the house in the shower and sinks is incredibly hard which was the only complaint we had on our weekend stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeri L.

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

Girlfriend Time

The house was clean and well equipped. The lake is beautiful, at least from the inside looking out, our weather was a little dicey. 1 full bathroom and 1 with toilet and shower, no sink. Tabitha was great to deal with as needed. Beds were comfortable. Plenty of parking and a great location. Would recommend staying here if you have the opportunity.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle M.

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

Loved the seclusion!

Loved the neighbors and the neighborhood. Very quite. Nice place to walk our dogs down a dead end road with no traffic. House was very clean. We loved the fire pit! Thank you for the wonderful stay! We will come again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chelsea K.

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

Great Getaway!!!

The house was absolutely perfect for my friends and I (4 of us total) to spend a weekend on the lake. The beds are all amazingly comfortable, and the hot tub became a nightly ritual of winding down before going to bed! Would absolutely love to be a guest again sometime!!! :)
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stanley D.

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

First class

The place is amazing and the manager got back super fast with any questions I had. So spotless and comfy. Recommend to everyone. I really needed the rest so peaceful and beautiful.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Fiona C.

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

Okay stay overall

This house is located in a great area. However, there were bugs on the beds upstairs, and the main sliding door did not lock. As a group of young women, we were disturbed by these occurrences.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Perfect Place to stay

Our family enjoyed everything about this house and the location. Walking distance to the beach on Grand Traverse Bay, Walking distance to downtown Elk Rapids. Several restaurants within walking distance. House was very secluded in the woods next to a beautiful lake. We used the kayaks provided every day. The boys used the hot tub. Beds were extremely comfortable. The house does not have AC, but we ran the fans provided and slept very comfortably. Kitchen was really nice and updated. This place has everything you need for a great vacation stay. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Cary W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Location
Overall the stay was okay. 1 pot and 1 pan with a broken handle and no light over the stove meant no cooking. I didnt bring cookware but wish I did. Kitchen is gloomy 1 light over the countertop that's it. The main shower handle is not good.With that shower you got scalding and freezing for your choice. Other small shower was fine. Overall okay
Stayed 15 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lianne E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location, comfy beds, had what we needed in the kitchen. Hot tub was great will be back hopefully sometime to get in the lake next time!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jamie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely property. Nice quiet getaway.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rick R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location can't be beat.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mackenzie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Great spot!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Crystal S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Check in was so stess-free and communication with the host and owner were both so easy and made it so much nicer. The property is beautiful on the lake, 2 min walk to Short's brewery who has a band playing almost every night and with cornhole and area to play sports or throw a ball, and right in the center of shops, many lakes, Traverse City (30 Min drive), Torch Lake - 15 min drive away, beaches - 5 min walk distance away, breweries, and marinas. We had available to us 2 kayaks, life jackets, bicycles, and a raft right there in the garage as well as the grill we used to cook a couple times!! The hot tub was really nice too. The kitchen is really nice, and everything was right there. It got pretty warm in the house through the day, but we weren't there much since we had things to do every day. The water is also very hard, which was communicated through various reviews as well. There was also poison ivy near the wood line which prevented us from being able to get sticks etc for the fire pit that is also available.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
For the price, the house was just ok. No AC. Location was very good given location to Lake Michigan beach's and on Bass Lake
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

marguerite w.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice location, beautiful view of Bass Lake. Tabitha, the host/manager was helpful in getting us access to the cottage and answering our questions. The hot tub was cleaned the day after we arrived - vacuumed and balance chemicals, this should have been done prior to our check in. It still had scum marks after the Service Tech left which we had to clean ourselves. The water softener was not working so very hard water with iron buildup in the sinks, commodes, showers & tubs. We're thinking this has not been repaired in awhile and no intention of repairing it while we were there or in the near future. My husband was concerned about no railings around the deck which could prevent a small child or anyone losing their balance and falling possibly causing a serious injury - possible lawsuit. The hot tub was not balanced which caused one side of the jets not to work properly since they were not fully immersed in the water. The bikes and kayaks were nice, overall the cottage was clean and very comfortable. The house faces southeast so no view of the sunset but also no hot afternoon sun. The mornings were beautiful with the sunrise and there were pink skies in the evening from the sunset. Very pretty/ serene setting.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Katie C.

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

Great location

Should have read the reviews prior to booking. They never mentioned NO AIR CONDITIONING in the details. I have never had a VRBO property without AC. I feel that for this reason alone, the property definitely needs to cost less during the summer months. Next, first impression…. There was a full trash can, along with multiple dirty trash bags in the garage from the previous rentors, along with a door handle that fell off in our hand to the back deck because the handle was not the correct handle for the spindle. This made it so we had no way to lock the back door from the outside. The last first impression was dirty bedsheets on the upstairs bed, iron stains from the well water as well as blood stains, and dirt stains. Tabitha the property manager was accommodating on taking care of the bedsheets buying new sheets for our second day there. Tabitha also let us know that the handle has been an issue, and they can send a maintenance guy out to fix (we didn’t want appointments all week so we opted to let it go). The trash issue, tabitha asked if it was recycling from the previous rentors (I’m not digging through peoples trash to check!) I have NEVER had previous trash left over in any rental property. She offered to come remove some of the trash so we could fit ours in, I feel like this should have been standard practice prior to the new guests arrival. Location was the only positive! No full length mirrors, outdated, lacks curtains/ blinds! Carpeting new, but owner skimped on alot!
Trash from previous renters
Trash can full from previous renters
Door handle fell off in our hand
Door did not lock to the outside because handle fell off in our hand as soon set our bags down to check out the place.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

KristenF

Great

We loved our stay here (5 adults) and would book again. The location was perfect with a beautiful lake view and made a great base for exploring Elk Rapids, Traverse City and Torch Lake. The cottage was well equipped with everything we needed. The property manager was friendly and responsive when we had questions.

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