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The Family Vacation You're Looking for on Birch Lake

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A lakeside setting with a dock, chairs, and a boat.
A living room with a large armchair, a map on the wall, and a door leading to another room.
A cozy living room with wooden floors, a fireplace, a sofa, a chair, and a coffee table.
A laundry room with a washing machine, a wooden door, and a sign pointing to the left.
A compact kitchen with white cabinets, a wooden dining table, and a refrigerator.

Reviews

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

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Elk Lake
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue
  • Deck or patio

Explore the area

View map
Kewadin, MI
  • Place, Elk Lake
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Torch Lake
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Traverse City Beach
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • Airport, Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Dining area

About this property

The Family Vacation You're Looking for on Birch Lake

Just 20 miles north of Traverse City, Birch Lake is the family friendly lake. Warm water, sandy shore, gently sloping shallows, great for families, fishing, boating, water skiing, swimming, playing and relaxing.

The water front cottage is on the south side of Birch Lake, just 3 miles north of Elk Rapids. Cottage has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, cathedral ceiling, full kitchen, washer.dryer, outdoor deck with charcoal grill. It has cable TV, WIFI and CD player. Sheets & towels are provided.

Amenities include: a sandy beachfront location; gently sloping shallows area for children; dock, boat tie out, full kitchen, comfortable great room, deck, picnic table, charcoal grill, fire place, beach fire pit, close to Grand Traverse Bay and Elk Rapids. Pets welcome.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 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: dogs (limit 2 total)
Pets welcome with $100 cleaning fee.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 417233vb
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

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. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking, waterskiing and water tubing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.
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Map
Kewadin, MI

What's nearby

  • Elk Lake - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Torch Lake - 7 min drive - 6.6 km
  • A-Ga-Ming Golf Resort - 15 min drive - 16.5 km
  • Torch Lake Park - 17 min drive - 22.7 km
  • Traverse City Beach - 23 min drive - 32.3 km

Getting around

  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Dockside - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Johnny's Torch Riviera - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Pearl's New Orleans Kitchen - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Dam Shop - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Oasis Tavern - ‬15 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Family Vacation You're Looking for on Birch Lake pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

How much does it cost to stay at The Family Vacation You're Looking for on Birch Lake?

As of 20 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Family Vacation You're Looking for on Birch Lake on 16 May 2027 start from AU$2,493, 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 The Family Vacation You're Looking for on Birch Lake?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Family Vacation You're Looking for on Birch Lake?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Family Vacation You're Looking for on Birch Lake?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Family Vacation You're Looking for on Birch Lake located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is within 1 mi (2 km) of Elk Lake and Lake Michigan. Grand Traverse Bay and Elk Rapids Golf Club are also within 3 miles (5 km).

About the host

Hosted by Laurie Maddex

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We are from the East Lansing area. This has been our family cottage for 60 years. As the 5 sons travel farther away, we want to let others enjoy the wonderful experiences we had growing up at this lake.

Why they chose this property

The warm lake and family access first drew our parents here. Over the years the lake has proven to be a wonderful place for creating family memories. The lake and area are beautiful, and invites you back year after year.

What makes this property unique

It was the safe, friendly, family atmosphere that drew us to Birch Lake. The clean, warm water and shallow sandy bottom makes the lake ideal for families and children. Evening campfires, beautiful sunsets, playing splash football and throwing a Frisbee in the shallows, learning to fish and water ski. These are just some of the memories you'll take home, as we did.

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