House in Rapid City, MI

Torch Lake Waterfront Cottage

Torch Lake Waterfront Cottage

Photo gallery for Torch Lake Waterfront Cottage

The cottage looking out on Torch Lake
The cottage, looking out on Torch Lake
Large deck, fire pit, and gas grill right outside!
Pictures can't capture the beauty of the lake!
Great Room with eating area with full views, stone fireplace, sleeper sofa, TV

Overview of Torch Lake Waterfront Cottage

9.8 out of 10 Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 660 sq m

Popular amenities

  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning

Explore the area

Rapid City, MI
  • Popular LocationTorch Lake1 min walk
  • Popular LocationElk Lake7 min drive
  • Popular LocationTorch Lake Park12 min drive
  • AirportTraverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)42 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bunk Beds

2 Single Beds

Sleeper Sofa

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining Area

About this property

Torch Lake Waterfront Cottage

**DO NOT RENT FROM CRAIGSLIST - FAKE LISTING!!!**

The local township has severely restricted short-term rentals. Only a limited number of short-term rental weeks are available.

Our cozy family cottage has 100' of private waterfront on beautiful Torch Lake. The cottage has housed our family visits to Torch Lake for generations, and we'd like to share our little escape with others. Torch Lake is considered one of the most beautiful lakes in the world and with one look into the crystal clear blue water you'll see why. We are fortunate to have a very gradual increase in depth for several hundred feet out into the water, creating a striking sight where the drop-offs signal the deeper blue depths of Torch. We have a dock that extends almost 90' out to the lake, with a 12'x12' platform at the end for enjoying some time in the sun. At the end of the dock it's not even 3' deep! Just down the road is the Torch River Bridge, near the famous Torch Lake Sandbar and Torch River. Just across the lake is the town of Alden.

We're making frequent updates to the cottage and the property. In 2009 we made significant renovations, completely modernizing the kitchen, bathroom, and living areas (but taking care to retain the old cottage look and feel). In the years since we have added a clothes dryer and mooring anchor, and rebuilt the stone wall on the lakeshore and added sand to our small beach area out front.

Boating Information: Torch Lake is a great place to water-ski, go tubing, and do all sorts of other water sports. We have a 90'' long dock that can be used to access boats, although the water is still shallow at the end! Public accesses are close by. We have a mooring anchor that can be used, and local nearby marinas also offer overnight slip and trailered storage options that our guests have used.

Golf Information: There are a number of top golf courses in the area, including designs by Jack Nicklaus, Arnold Palmer, and Gary Player. Some of the more popular locations include Shanty Creek Resorts with 'The Legend', designed by Arnold Palmer, as well as 3 other courses and Grand Traverse Resort & Spa with 'The Bear' by Jack Nicklaus and 'The Wolverine' by Gary Player.

Area Festivals: Harbor Days --- Interlochen Summer Arts Festival --- Petoskey Festival on the Bay --- Suttons Bay Art Festival --- Northport-Leelanau Peninsula Wine And Food Festival --- Suttons Bay Jazzfest --- Charlevoix Venetian Festival --- just to name a few!!

Note: Any reservation request will require a signed rental agreement before booking is considered final.

Property manager

Brett

Amenities

Kitchen
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Barbecue grill
Lake view

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
The cottage is perfect for a family

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Owner's Rental Agreement required to be signed within 24 hours to confirm reservation, complete booking, and avoid cancellation.
No unrelated groups of singles without prior owner approval.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Rapid City

Located in Rapid City, this cottage is in a rural area and on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Torch Lake and Lake Michigan. Guntzviller's Spirit of the Woods Museum and Schuss Mountain are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Torch Lake - 1 min walk
  • Elk Lake - 7 min drive
  • Torch River - 7 min drive
  • Torch Lake Park - 12 min drive
  • Turtle Creek Casino - 28 min drive

Getting around

  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • Oasis Red Bull Tavern - 10 min drive
  • Dockside-Torch Lake - 25 min drive
  • Pearls New Orlean Kitchen - 15 min drive
  • Cellar 152 - 17 min drive
  • Riverwalk Grill and Taproom - 16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Torch Lake Waterfront Cottage pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Torch Lake Waterfront Cottage?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Torch Lake Waterfront Cottage?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Torch Lake Waterfront Cottage located?

Situated on the beach, this cottage is within 3 miles (5 km) of Torch Lake, Elk Lake and Torch River. Torch Lake Park and Lake Skegemog are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Heather N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Views
We had a lovely time at the cottage. The lake is beautiful! We enjoyed coffee every morning on the deck and a glass of wine every evening on the dock. There was plenty of very nice and dry firewood for a fire every evening. For our first “post Covid” vacation it was exactly what we needed. The only negative was it was fruit fly season and they were out in abundance even with keeping everything washed down and food locked up but the view of the lake could make you forget all that. Thanks Brett for a great vacation! Can’t wait to come back to Torch Lake.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tracy B., Morley, mi

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful getaway
We greatly enjoyed our stay at the at the property. The listing exceeded our expectations and we enjoyed morning coffee looking the lake and the wonderful sunsets.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kurt E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
You get what is promised! Great cottage, on the water, and well kept.
This cottage offers fantastic views at sunrise. It is right on the lake. The managers keep it clean and well kept overall. We will try to go back as soon as we can.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect cottage for a relaxing stay on Torch Lake
My husband and I thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The cottage was absolutely perfect. We had everything we could have possibly needed. This was our first time visiting Torch Lake. But, we are already looking forward to our next visit and hope to stay at this same cottage. The views were breathtaking. The sound of the water was relaxing. It is truly a little piece of paradise.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

craig j.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Incredible cottage on Torch lake
The pictures do not do it justice. The interior is classic cottage with amber wood all around.Wake in the morning to the sunrise through the window and have breakfast with the waves lapping on the shore. Just sound of the water hitting the sand and rocks for days was hypnotic and the incredible peace and quiet was worth every penny.We had a Doe and 2 fawns bedding behind the cabin who were there for our entire stay.Loons , Ducks , Geese as well. Great running roads with very low traffic and great Kayaking in crystal clear waters.Do not hesitate to book this cabin and Fields the care taker was super and even mailed us some left behind articles.We did not want to leave , you wont either.
Stayed 11 nights in Sep 2021

About the host

Hosted by Brett

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I've been going to the cottage since I was 6 months old and spent entire summers there growing up. I am no longer able to spend such long periods of time at the lake but the cottage and surrounding area have a very special place in my life and I am grateful that they do in my children's lives as well. The swimming, boating, campfires, exploring, wildlife, and nonstop summer activities all around the area can keep you busy all day every day!

Why they chose this property

My great-great-aunt built the cottage in 1936 and our family has visited every year since. It's been our little slice of heaven! After completing significant remodeling work in 2009, including a completely new kitchen, new bathroom, refinished wood floors, new electrical work, and so much more, we decided to make the cottage available for rent and to share our escape with others. Although Torch Lake is a popular destination, and the cottage is right on the lake, the lake is very large and the occasional nearby boat traffic doesn't interrupt a quiet and peaceful time sitting outside under the trees, taking in the views of the clear, blue water.

What makes this property unique

There are two amazing experiences every time we go to the cottage. First, driving over Torch River Bridge and seeing the lake for the first time that year. The sight of the seemingly infinite shades of blue sparkling water is breathtaking. Second, when arriving at the cottage, the scent of the pine trees that surround the property. It's been said that the view from the kitchen window (of the lake immediately in front of the cottage) almost makes you WANT to do the dishes! The surrounding area has plenty to do - it was my own personal summer camp growing up (fishing, swimming, boating, hiking...). The area towns are great places to visit, and there are many great restaurants as well. My family now has a long drive each summer to make it to the cottage (about 15 hours) but wouldn't miss it for the world. Our kids love it and don't stop talking about it year-round!
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