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East Torch Lake Family House

Beachfront holiday home with kitchen and balcony

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Another beautiful Torch Lake sunset.
Exterior
Front yard leading down to the dock area
Lakeside living area
Living area

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
6 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12317.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Alden, MI
  • Place, Torch Lake
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Clam River
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Torch Lake Park
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪49 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds and 1 Crib

Bedroom 5

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 6

1 Single Bunk Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

East Torch Lake Family House

Our 6 bedroom, 3 bath home is full of north woods charm. No detail has been spared to make your stay at 'Beautiful Torch Lake' one you will always remember. Our home is situated on 110 feet of private frontage on the crystal blue waters of Torch Lake (voted third most beautiful lake in the world by National Geographic magazine). Imagine yourself sitting on the large dock in a beach chair while the kids swim or boat in the lake. At night, enjoy sitting around a campfire roasting marshmallows under the clear star-filled skies.

Short trip to Alden or Popular Boating Destinations

Our house is only a short drive to downtown Alden – a charming small town with a spirit you have to experience to believe. Alden is known for its flower-lined streets where everyone you meet offers a friendly greeting. The town has cute boutique stores, a deli, family bar, tennis and basketball courts, and a park with a playground. Just at the end of the road are the public boat launch, library and community center. The popular Dockside restaurant is just a mile away by boat or car. Torch Lake’s famous sandbar is also a short boat ride away at the southern end of the lake.

Comfortable Family Home

Our home is situated on the most desirable part of Torch Lake. The sunsets are breathtaking, the lake bottom is hard sand, and because of the way the winds blow, there are very few mosquitoes! A large patio overlooks the water providing wonderful outdoor dining and lounging areas. Ample beach chairs and outdoor furniture, as well as an outdoor charcoal grill, are provided. We include a private dock and mooring buoy for your boat. There are also many opportunities to rent watercraft locally. (Disclaimer: The docks on Torch Lake are not permanent due to ice on the lake during winter. Because the docks are not permanent, guests are not permitted to tie boats, watercraft, or toys of any kind to the dock.)

Our home is fully furnished and we supply all linens, pillows, and towels. The kitchen is fully equipped with microwave, coffee maker, dishes and all pots and pans. We also provide a washer and dryer.

Our 3400 sq. ft. home features a large open kitchen and living room with sweeping views of Torch Lake. The master bedroom has a king sized bed and a bay window with a sitting area overlooking the lake, en suite and sliding glass door opening to the lake side patio. Also on the lakeside, there is another bedroom containing a queen-sized bed with a beautiful view of the lake. There are also 4 more bedrooms with 1 queen bed, 2 twin beds, 2 twin beds and a crib, and a twin bunk beds. The home also features a separate recreation room with a large screen TV, sitting area and Foosball table, for those rainy days to entertain the kids.

Disclaimer: Please remember, this is a quiet street and this cottage is ideally suited for families looking to build life long memories and is definitely NOT a party cottage. My neighbors and I are very close and they have my direct number for any issues.

Note: The house does not have air conditioning.

Pets: Pets are no longer allowed at this property. Thank you.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Beach view

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 9:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed, service animals permitted
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is not allowed in the house.

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Please leave any used beds unmade so the cleaner will know to change and wash the sheets.
Ensure the doors are locked and garage is shut when you depart. Also place the key in the lockbox and secured the lockbox.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Additional rules are included in the Rental Agreement. All guests are required to sign a Rental Agreement which will be sent 30 days prior to stay.
A state or federal Photo ID is required with proof of age when signing the Rental Agreement.

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 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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Alden

Located in Alden, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the beach. Short's Brewing Company and The Chief 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 Torch Lake and Grass River Natural Area. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Alden, MI

What's nearby

  • Torch Lake - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Clam River - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Clam Lake - 4 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Torch Lake Park - 9 min drive - 7.9 km
  • Lake Bellaire - 13 min drive - 8.3 km

Getting around

  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Oasis Tavern - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪The Dockside - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Short's Brewing Company - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Shanty Creek Resorts - ‬18 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is East Torch Lake Family House pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

What time is check-in at East Torch Lake Family House?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at East Torch Lake Family House?

Checkout is at 9:00 AM.

Where is East Torch Lake Family House located?

Nestled on the beach, this Alden holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Clam River and Torch Lake. Clam Lake is 1.6 mi (2.6 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 102 out of 108 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 108 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 108 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 108 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 108 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Keith H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Owners were amazing communicators and we love the home.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Crispin D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing property. Amazing location. Perfect for our large family gathering.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Don C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazingly beautiful property. All as advertised. Jason is an excellent host. We have stayed here two years in a row. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Diane D.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very spacious. This is the 3rd fall we've stayed here. The property was better kept in years past. We would stay again.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Larry G.

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

ANNUAL FAMILY WEEKLY CABIN RENTAL

This is our 3rd summer at this unit (12 people, ages 4-82, 5 adults 2 children). I have nothing but praise and excellent comments to say about the owner (Jason) and the facility. It even has a pickle-ball area, which we thoroughly enjoyed!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Kelley T.

This is a really nice house inside and out.

This property worked well for our group of multiple families. The living space is generous with two comfortable family gathering areas for games or TV and plenty of seating for eating in. The best part of this property is the outdoor living. The patio, yard and dock area have beautiful views of the lake. We enjoyed several beautiful sunsets during our stay. This is a great location if you don't want to eat in because it's a quick boat or car ride to Bellaire or Alden. We will stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2016

10/10 Excellent

Dena S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
10 women and we all loved this house. The size, the layout, the location, all were great. The host was so quick with his responses and accommodating. So glad we picked this house and was able to stay. It was a perfect week.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The lake was beautiful! The house was large and mostly clean, but needed some things like window screens and light fixtures cleaned. Needs a Keurig coffee maker. Yard/patio were great. Plenty of patio furniture. I would prefer a gas grill to charcoal grill that was there. We enjoyed the pickleball court.
Lake at sunset
Lake at night
Lake in day
Pickleball court
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly C.

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

Alden Fun

Wow, this is a gem! We had a wonderful time! All communication was very straightforward and professional. This is a beautiful home and location. The home is designed so thoughtfully. It was everything we could have wanted, making our time together extra special!Jason was so helpful and we would/will recommend this property.Thanks so much!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great for a family vacation

We had a great time! The house is really nice and very spacious. Easy access to beautiful torch lake! Great for boating, kayaking or just hanging out watching the sunset. There is a basketball court that doubled as a pickle ball court. We had a wonderful time!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bob V.

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

super

very enjoyable, clean
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kory S.

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

Great House

It was perfect for our family.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diane D.

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

2nd Year

Lots of room and everything u need in the kitchen.Great view of Torch Lake.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle K.

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

Property

The property was very nice large yard with lake access. House was nice with enough space for our whole famil.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anthony W.

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

Late summer travel

We had a great stay here at the beginning of September. Michigan weather can be a bit fickle at times but our trip was great fun!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Don C.

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

Beautiful Lake cabin!

Wonderful place! Very large and spacious with all the amenities. Mooring cable for the boat was a huge plus! Thank you for sharing your lake home!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher W.

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

Great Location right on Torch Lake

This is our 2nd time renting this property for our summer family trip. Property is well kept and communication with the owner is a breeze. We love the views, the back yard and the fire pit. Will rent again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Family Wedding in Central Lake Area

We gathered at this VRBO to attend a family wedding at “Sunset Hill Wedding Barn” in the Central Lake Area. The wedding venue was about 20 minutes from the VRBO. We had 4 families stay here, our 88 year old parents and 3 of their daughters and their families. The house was plenty spacious with plenty of seating area and dining area for all to eat and sit comfortably. My older parents were able to move around the main parts of the house with it being one story. There is one section of the house, one bedroom, bath, laundry room and 2nd living area that are up a few steps on a higher level. The house was very clean, uncluttered and furnished neatly and adequately. The outside back porch has plenty of seating and there was a bench swing out further in the yard, toward the lake. The lake view is awesome and the back of the house faces the west for an awesome sunset view. We were here at the end of May and the days were warmer and the evenings still cooler. There was a perfect cool lake breeze in the evenings. This VRBO was the perfect experience for our family and we are still talking about how nice it was. Lastly, the host was very responsive to messages all through our pre booking. Also during our time at the VRBO, he readily responded to all questions we had. I would highly recommend this VRBO if you are considering it.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ryan T.

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

Great house and location!

Great house, and the view is unbeatable. No AC, so the house can get pretty warm especially since the boiler was still on, but with so many windows, open them up and enjoy the breeze! We will be back next year!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Terri

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

Great location

Perfect location for ours girls weekend. Beautiful home on beautiful property. Even got a chance to see the Northern Lights. Will definitely return.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michele Y.

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

Girls weekend

This was the perfect place for a relaxing girls weekend. Great location with lots of room to spread out and relax. We all had a great weekend. You will not regret staying here, it was perfect for us!!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy O.

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

Plenty of space, Beautiful location

Perfect amount of rooms and space. Kitchen stocked with all that was needed. Amazing lake view!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cathy N.

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

Great time

Plenty of room, outdoor fire pit nice, pickle ball court/basketball was fun for older group. Weekend wasn’t enough, next year we have three night stay booked.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Another great getaway!

We just love this Torch Lake property. We look forward to our visit every year. See you again in May 2024!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia J.

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

Sray

Very clean. All beds so comfortable. Owner very nice and answers any question promptly. Highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

About the host

Hosted by Jason Stalter

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My wife and I have been coming to Torch Lake since we were children and bought this house so that we could bring our kids there. We love Torch Lake and we hope you will too. We do not manage other properties and plan to retire to this house when the time comes. In the mean time, come share our memories with your family.

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