Location: Alden, Torch Lake, Northwest, Michigan, USA (3.8 mi. N of Alden; 25 mi. NE of Traverse City)
Accommodations: House, 5 Bedrooms + No additional sleeping rooms avail, 2.5 Baths (Sleeps 10)
Keywords: House
This is a 110-year old, gracious, completely renovated, family home on approximately ten acres of quiet woodland, looking out onto shimmering Torch Lake. There is a delightful front-yard sitting area that is perfect for conversation, reading, and enjoying the lake view.
Just below the yard, roughly 20 steps down to the lake, stretches 171 feet of sandy beach that slopes gradually into the sparkling, breathtakingly beautiful blue water. The waterfront is an ideal recreational area for children and adults of all ages, and includes a fire pit for evening cookouts, as well as beach furniture.
The house is fully equipped, well-appointed, open and spacious with lots of windows, and is paneled inside with cherry and knotty pine. The kitchen is fully equipped. Among the many other amenities: board games and a collection of books for children and adults.
This cottage is part of an extended family compound, flanked by homes owned and occupied by cousins from Southern Michigan, Phoenix and the Chicago area. An atmosphere of community, peaceful co-existence and fellowship prevails throughout this serene, secluded area.
This is a superb spot for low-key, neighbor-friendly, family vacations, for those who wish to enjoy and appreciate nature's beauty, including stunning sunsets, and innumerable water-related activities.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer
- Dryer
- Linens Provided
- Wood Fireplace
- Beds
- Queen Bed
- Twin/Single Bed (8)
- Crib
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV
- DVD
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
- Lanai
- View/Location
- Beach View
- Lakefront
- Communications
- Telephone
- Other Amenities
- Wood-burning fireplace (wood provided), Washer and Dryer, Books and games for children and adults, Dock, Mooring Anchor
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Minimum Age Limit for Renters
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Jet Skiing
- Swimming
- Biking
- Fishing
- Hiking
- Restaurants
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Museums
- Other Activities
- Several nearby championship golf courses, Tennis courts in Alden, Basketball court in Alden, Wildlife Viewing (including at Grass River Natural Area), Concerts in the park in Alden on Thursday nights, Watercraft rentals available at Clam River (one mile North)
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
SPRING: Available upon request
SUMMER (JUNE THROUGH LABOR DAY WEEKEND) ..... $3,900/WEEK.
FALL: Available upon request
PLEASE NOTE: A REFUNDABLE, $1,000 DAMAGE/SECURITY DEPOSIT IS REQUIRED.
6 PERCENT HOTEL/MOTEL TAX APPLIES ON GROSS RENTAL AMOUNT
LEASE AGREEMENT REQUIRED; COPY AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST. HIGHER RATES AND
ADDITIONAL SECURITY ARE REQUIRED FOR PARTIES OF 10 OR ABOVE.
PLEASE ALSO NOTE THAT LONG-TERM RENTALS ALSO ARE AVAILABLE.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Property Photos
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- An exterior view of Henlopen Cottage - Torch Lake, Michigan Cottage Rental
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- A partial view of the living room-dining room area - Torch Lake, Michigan Cottage Rental
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- Looking from the fully modern, roomy kitchen into the dining room - Torch Lake, Michigan Cottage Rental
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- The shaded front yard, looking out onto sparkling Torch Lake
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- The spacious, sandy beach at Henlopen and the shimmering water beyond
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- It's Torch Lake; need we say more?
Traveler Reviews (3)
Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 09/18/06
Review Submitted: 09/18/06
Our family stayed at Henlopen Cottage in July 2006 and had a perfectly wonderful week. The setting is fantastic w/ a beautiful view of the lake and a short walk to the beach. The cabin was very comfortable and was perfect for games, reading abd being together. We couldn't possibly have nhada more enjoyable vacation - highly recommended.
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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 07/12/06
Review Submitted: 07/12/06
Stayed at Henlopen Cottage in June, 2006. The accommodatioins were perfect for our family (2 teenagers and a 4 yr.old). The property was exactly as we had imagined. It was very peaceful. Torch Lake is beautiful and the beach front was key. Since we brought our boat, the proximity to the marina was convenient. Enjoyed nearby towns of Bellaire and Alden. I would give our experience the highest of recommendations.
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Guest: Diana5
(Gahanna, Ohio)
Date of Stay: 07/11/06
Review Submitted: 07/11/06
This is a lovely home, very vintage and rich with history. The beach area is undeniably the best on Torch Lake, in an alcove and very private - The water us breathtaking!. If you are looking for a vacation where you truly get away from everything this is the spot. Be sure to have lunch at the Dockside, visit historic Alden and go early for dinner at LuLu's. We rented a boat for the week, and not being avid boaters worried a bit about the traffic on the lake, to our surprise the traffic was relatively light and we were very comfortable. Enjoy!
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