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Rapid River Retreat, Spacious Cozy Cottage close to Torch Lake,

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A riverside cabin with a dock and chairs.
A staircase with wooden steps and white railings, leading to a room with a tiled floor and a door.
A wooden cabin interior with a dining table, chairs, a sofa, and a ceiling fan.
A bedroom with a large bed, a nightstand, a ceiling fan, and a view through a sliding glass door.
A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, and a central island with stools.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • 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
    Walk to Torch River
5 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Garage parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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Rapid City, MI
  • Place, Torch River
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Torch Lake
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Torch Lake Park
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪33 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom off Master Bedroom

2 Single Beds

Living Room 1

1 Queen Sofa Bed

Living Room 2

1 Queen Sofa Bed

Main Floor Front Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Main Floor Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

Upstairs Pine Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Upstairs River View Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Half Bath

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Main Floor Full Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Master Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Number of living rooms
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Rapid River Retreat, Spacious Cozy Cottage close to Torch Lake,

Escape to Northern Michigan and Experience the Best of Every Season!

Whether you're craving sun-soaked summer days at the beach, vibrant fall colors with crisp evenings by the fire, or thrilling winter adventures like snowmobiling, skiing, and snowshoeing, our spacious cottage on the peaceful Rapid River is the perfect year-round getaway.

This charming 5-bedroom, 2.5-bath retreat sits on over an acre of land, offering plenty of space to relax, play, and reconnect with nature. Enjoy your morning coffee or evening cocktail on the large deck or relax riverside on our dock. Unwind at night under the stars around the fire pit while roasting the perfect s'more.

Just minutes from Torch Lake and the Torch River boat launch, you're perfectly positioned to explore all that Northern Michigan has to offer. Visit nearby wineries, take scenic fall color tours, go fishing, or hit the slopes. Our cottage is just a short drive from Traverse City, Bellaire, Alden, and Elk Rapids.

With a cozy cottage feel and plenty of room for families or groups, you'll love everything our home has to offer! Plus, we're pet friendly so your furry friends are welcome, too!

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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 less than 453 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Checkout is strictly at 10:00am. Any guest remaining past 10:15am without approval will be charged a $100 fee for the first half hour. +$100 ea 30 min
Leaving dirty dishes, scattered trash, stained linens, or extreme messes requiring emergency extra housekeeper labor incurs a $100+ cleaning fee.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 4904962vb
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

Rapid City

Located in Rapid City, this cottage is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Torch Lake and Torch Lake Park. Guntzviller's Spirit of the Woods Museum and Music House Museum are also worth visiting. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the sledging and snowmobiling.
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Rapid City, MI

What's nearby

  • Torch River - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Torch Lake - 1 min drive - 1.1 km
  • Torch Lake Park - 6 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Traverse City Beach - 26 min drive - 38.6 km
  • Boyne Mountain - 50 min drive - 78.6 km

Getting around

  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Johnny's Torch Riviera - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Pearl's New Orleans Kitchen - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Blue Water Bistro & Pizzeria - Torch Lake Pizza - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Masala Magic by Anita - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Riverwalk Grill and Taproom - ‬19 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Rapid River Retreat, Spacious Cozy Cottage close to Torch Lake, pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 453 kg per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at Rapid River Retreat, Spacious Cozy Cottage close to Torch Lake,?

As of 10 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Rapid River Retreat, Spacious Cozy Cottage close to Torch Lake, on 12 Oct 2026 start from AU$3,015, 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 Rapid River Retreat, Spacious Cozy Cottage close to Torch Lake,?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Rapid River Retreat, Spacious Cozy Cottage close to Torch Lake,?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Rapid River Retreat, Spacious Cozy Cottage close to Torch Lake,?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Rapid River Retreat, Spacious Cozy Cottage close to Torch Lake, located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is within 1 mi (2 km) of Torch River and Torch Lake. Torch Lake Park is 2.8 mi (4.5 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amanda E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage was great! Very spacious, clean and pet friendly. The location was perfect as well right on Torch River. We enjoyed paddling around in the kayaks and swimming in the river. It was also just a short drive from the boat launch where our pontoon rental was delivered. Alden was just a short drive as well with cute shops and delicious food at Alden Bar! The cottage was perfect for our quick getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Melissa F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet, clean, with everything we needed and then some.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026

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