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Dream escape 5-bedroom LAKEFRONT Cottage for families & groups
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 12178.4 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Lake City, MI
- Lake Missaukee7 min drive
- Cadillac Lake Park and Boat Dock24 min drive
- Lake Cadillac24 min drive
- Cadillac, MI (CAD-Wexford County)22 min drive
Rooms & beds
5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)
Bedroom 1 (main floor)
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 King Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed
Bedroom 4
1 Queen Bed and 1 Crib
Bedroom 5
1 Single Bunk Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1 (main floor)
Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer
Bathroom 2
Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Dining area
About this property
Dream escape 5-bedroom LAKEFRONT Cottage for families & groups
Discover the ultimate year-round getaway at this exceptional waterfront cottage on the all-sports Crooked Lake. Boasting 80 feet of pristine lake frontage, this cozy 5-bedroom, 2-bathroom home offers everything you need for an unforgettable vacation experience. Whether you’re seeking boating, fishing, kayaking in the summer or snowmobiling and skiing in the winter, this is the perfect home base for adventure.
Key Features:
• Private Sandy Beach: Step directly onto your own beach, ideal for swimming, sunbathing, and relaxing by the water’s edge. Night life takes place at the elevated fire pit for sunsets and s'mores.
• World-Class Fishing: Enjoy exceptional fishing right outside your door, with abundant largemouth bass, northern pike, and walleye.
• Spacious Living: This home features a first-floor primary bedroom, a large great room with stunning knotty pine accents, and expansive windows that showcase breathtaking lake views.
• Outdoor Entertainment: Grill out on the massive deck and enjoy meals in the adjacent screened-in porch, all with panoramic views of the lake.
• Perfect for All Seasons: From summer water sports to cozy winter nights by the stone fireplace, this property offers year-round enjoyment.
More Details on the Cottage:
The spacious kitchen is equipped with pots and pans, basic appliances and a smooth-top range, dishwasher, and refrigerator.
Sleeping arrangements:
• Bedroom 1 (main floor) - Queen Bed
• Bedroom 2 (2nd floor) - King Bed
• Bedroom 3 (2nd floor) - Queen Bed & Twin Bed
• Bedroom 4 (2nd floor) - Queen Bed
• Bedroom 5 (2nd floor) - Bunk bed - Full bottom bunk, Twin on top
• Pack and Play available
• Toddler mattress available
Accommodates up to 12 guests (everyone over 1 counted)
More on Location:
This lakeside sanctuary provides both tranquility and easy access to amenities. Whether you’re seeking a peaceful retreat or an action-packed outdoor escape, this property offers the best of both worlds.
- 15 minutes to downtown Lake City
- 20 minutes from Cadillac
- 1 hour from Traverse City & multiple ski destinations
- 1.5 hour from Sleeping bear dunes
We're excited to share our beloved family cottage with you to make memories of a lifetime.
Key Features:
• Private Sandy Beach: Step directly onto your own beach, ideal for swimming, sunbathing, and relaxing by the water’s edge. Night life takes place at the elevated fire pit for sunsets and s'mores.
• World-Class Fishing: Enjoy exceptional fishing right outside your door, with abundant largemouth bass, northern pike, and walleye.
• Spacious Living: This home features a first-floor primary bedroom, a large great room with stunning knotty pine accents, and expansive windows that showcase breathtaking lake views.
• Outdoor Entertainment: Grill out on the massive deck and enjoy meals in the adjacent screened-in porch, all with panoramic views of the lake.
• Perfect for All Seasons: From summer water sports to cozy winter nights by the stone fireplace, this property offers year-round enjoyment.
More Details on the Cottage:
The spacious kitchen is equipped with pots and pans, basic appliances and a smooth-top range, dishwasher, and refrigerator.
Sleeping arrangements:
• Bedroom 1 (main floor) - Queen Bed
• Bedroom 2 (2nd floor) - King Bed
• Bedroom 3 (2nd floor) - Queen Bed & Twin Bed
• Bedroom 4 (2nd floor) - Queen Bed
• Bedroom 5 (2nd floor) - Bunk bed - Full bottom bunk, Twin on top
• Pack and Play available
• Toddler mattress available
Accommodates up to 12 guests (everyone over 1 counted)
More on Location:
This lakeside sanctuary provides both tranquility and easy access to amenities. Whether you’re seeking a peaceful retreat or an action-packed outdoor escape, this property offers the best of both worlds.
- 15 minutes to downtown Lake City
- 20 minutes from Cadillac
- 1 hour from Traverse City & multiple ski destinations
- 1.5 hour from Sleeping bear dunes
We're excited to share our beloved family cottage with you to make memories of a lifetime.
Property manager
Virginia Novess
Languages
English
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No 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
Long-term renters welcome
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 first aid kit and a deadlock
About the area
Lake City
Located in Lake City, this holiday home is on the beach. Missaukee Golf Club and Emerald Vale Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore William Mitchell State Park and Huron-Manistee National Forest. Jennings Community Playground and Adventure Island Family Fun Park are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Lake City, MI
What's nearby
- Lake Sapphire - 5 min drive - 2.7 km
- Lake Missaukee - 7 min drive - 3.3 km
- Cadillac Lake Park and Boat Dock - 24 min drive - 20.8 km
- Lake Cadillac - 24 min drive - 20.9 km
- Lake Mitchell - 30 min drive - 30.5 km
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 16 min drive
- Lake City Taphouse - 16 min drive
- Bowright Whiskey Company - 16 min drive
- A & L Trading Post - 16 min drive
- Tasty Treat - 16 min drive
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Cleanliness
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10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
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Listing accuracy
Reviews
About the host
Hosted by Virginia Novess
We have one rule about vacations in our family - you don't leave Michigan in the summer!
Why they chose this property
My husband grew up going to a family cottage on Crooked Lake, and we are so excited to continue this tradition.
What makes this property unique
The open spaces on the main floor make the cottage exceptional for gathering large groups, while the 5 bedroom capacity allows for comfortable nights' sleep for everyone!
Languages:
English
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