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Torch Lake Getaway w/ Private Beach + Boat Dock!

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Alden Vacation Rental | 4BR | 2.5BA | 2,000 Sq Ft | 3 Steps Required
Private Beach & Dock | Wood-Burning Fire Pit
Living Room | 1st Floor | Gas Fireplace | Smart TV | Free WiFi
Living area
Living area

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 8185.8 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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Alden, MI
  • Place, Torch Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Torch Lake Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Boyne Mountain
    ‪42 min drive‬
  • Airport, Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪38 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Full Bathroom

Full Bathroom

Half Bathroom

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

Torch Lake Getaway w/ Private Beach + Boat Dock!

A serene waterfront retreat awaits at this charming Alden vacation rental! With an unbeatable location that puts the beautiful shores of Torch Lake just steps away, this 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath cottage makes the ultimate Northern Michigan escape. Spend your days swimming from the private dock, boating, or exploring any of the area’s scenic nature trails. Then, fire up the grill for a classic barbecue before heading to the fire pit to end the night with s’mores by the water!

-- THE PROPERTY --

Wood-Burning Fire Pit | 2 Screened Porches | In-Unit Laundry

Bedroom 1: King Bed | Bedroom 2: 2 Twin Beds | Bedroom 3: 2 Twin Beds | Bedroom 4: Queen Bed

INDOOR LIVING: Smart TV w/ cable, gas fireplace, board games, books, dining table, en-suite bathroom, ceiling fans
OUTDOOR LIVING: Private beach & dock (bring your own boat), beach chairs, outdoor dining, hammock, lake view, charcoal grill
KITCHEN: Refrigerator, drip coffee maker, stove/oven, microwave, dishware & flatware, cooking basics
GENERAL: Self check-in, free WiFi, ceramic heaters, washer & dryer, iron/board, towels/linens, trash bags/paper towels, hair dryer
FAQ: No A/C
ACCESSIBILITY: 2-story house, 3 steps required to enter w/ bedroom & full bathroom on 1st floor, interior staircase required to access additional 2nd-floor bedrooms
PARKING: Driveway (3 vehicles), trailer parking allowed on-site

-- THE LOCATION --

OUTDOOR FUN: Torch Lake (on-site), Alden Public Boat Ramp (0.7 miles), Coy Mountain Natural Area (1 mile), Grass River Natural Area (4 miles), Seven Bridges Nature Area (7 miles), Torch Lake Nature Preserve (11 miles)
LOCAL GOLFING: Shanty Creek Resort courses (10 miles), Elk Rapids Golf Club (15 miles)
NEARBY TOWNS: Alden (0.6 miles), Bellaire (10 miles), Elk Rapids (16 miles), Traverse City (27 miles)
AIRPORT: Cherry Capital Airport (25 miles)

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-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- No pets allowed
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: This 2-story house requires using 3 steps to enter with a bedroom and full bathroom on the 1st floor. An interior staircase is required to access additional bedrooms on the 2nd floor
- NOTE: The property has fans but does not offer air conditioning
- NOTE: Only 2 watercraft may be moored at the mooring buoy. No watercraft may be moored off the dock

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 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

No 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 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 and a first aid kit

About the area

Alden

Located in Alden, this cottage is on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Torch Lake and Lake Michigan, while Twisted Fish Gallery and Guntzviller's Spirit of the Woods Museum are cultural highlights. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing.
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Alden, MI

What's nearby

  • Torch Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Torch Lake Park - 4 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Traverse City Beach - 31 min drive - 43.6 km
  • Front Street - 36 min drive - 49.0 km
  • Boyne Mountain - 42 min drive - 69.7 km

Getting around

  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Blue Water Bistro & Pizzeria - Torch Lake Pizza - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Oasis Tavern - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Shanty Creek Resorts - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪The Shanty - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Alden Bar - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Torch Lake Getaway w/ Private Beach + Boat Dock! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Torch Lake Getaway w/ Private Beach + Boat Dock!?

As of 29 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Torch Lake Getaway w/ Private Beach + Boat Dock! on 23 May 2026 start from AU$458, 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 Torch Lake Getaway w/ Private Beach + Boat Dock!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Torch Lake Getaway w/ Private Beach + Boat Dock!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Torch Lake Getaway w/ Private Beach + Boat Dock!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Torch Lake Getaway w/ Private Beach + Boat Dock! located?

Situated on a lake, this cottage is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Torch Lake and 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from Torch Lake Park. Grass River Natural Area and Clam River are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 6 out of 9 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 9 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 9 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 9 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

David D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice sandy beach, old cottage but very clean. Walking distance to town. Very quiet and secluded.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl W.

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

Girls Getaway

The property was extremely clean and well stocked! We enjoyed the coziness and the private beach. Sunsets were beautiful!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Caitlin B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We stayed at this very unique lakefront home on Torch Lake and absolutely loved it! The house itself has so much character and charm, and the location is unbeatable—right on the water with a perfect sandy beach. Unfortunately, the weather wasn’t on our side this trip—it was cold and extremely windy—so we didn’t get to enjoy the beach as much as we’d hoped. That said, we can only imagine how incredible it would be during the prime summer months, and we can’t wait to come back then to experience it fully. Highly recommend this rental for anyone looking for a special spot on Torch Lake!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

beth k.

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

Torch lake

Lovely, clean and quaint cottage. Great location, walk out front doors on to your private beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lydia B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a special place!! Torch Lake is absolutely amazing -- crystal clear water, sandy, calm -- and this is just a perfect lake house! Totally clean and tidy without being sterile and boring (like so many rental places these days). It's a beautiful old house with charm and character, as well as some thoughtful updates, good bathrooms, kitchen with full sets of dishes, cooking essentials, etc. The beds were comfy, with plenty of extra pillows and blankets. The living room was great for cozy hangouts, and the porch facing the lake is an unbelievably lovely spot to sit with your morning coffee, or watch the sunset with a glass of wine. Mike, the host, was responsive, friendly, and helpful. We're already planning our return next summer!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Lynn W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Older than we though, and really it was the weather, cold and windy, nothing anyone can do about the weather though. Just bad timing for us. Who knew August would be cold.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
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2/10 Terrible

Ashley

Disappointed

Disappointing Stay – Would Not RecommendThis property is extremely outdated — think old Red Roof Inn vibes. The fridge barely gets cold, and overall, the home is in desperate need of updates. One of the biggest issues was the owner's lack of respect for privacy. He showed up multiple times unannounced, even coming inside the house to take out the trash. That felt like a major violation of personal space.We booked this property mainly for the “private beachfront,” but it was covered in goose droppings, and 3 out of 8 people in our group ended up with extreme swimmer’s itch after going in the water. Definitely not the relaxing beach experience we were hoping for.The dock is also misleading — it is not suitable for docking a boat, something we wish had been clearly stated in the listing. On top of that, the property was crawling with spiders, inside and out, which made the stay feel even more uncomfortable.Take your money elsewhere. This place is not worth the price, and the constant pop-ins from the owner were the final straw.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda M.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

michael a.

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

PERFECT

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

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