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Mid Century Cottage with Crooked Lake Views!
Family-friendly cottage in Alanson
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Reviews
9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms 4+ bathrooms Sleeps 10 3000 sq ft
Popular amenities
Explore the area

Alanson, MI
- Place, Crooked Lake2 min walk
- Place, Petoskey State Park10 min drive
- Place, Odawa Casino19 min drive
- Airport, Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional)19 min drive
Rooms & beds
5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)
Bedroom
1 King Bed
Bedroom
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom
1 King Bed
Bedroom
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom
1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
4 bathrooms, 3 half bathrooms
Bathroom
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet
Bathroom
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo
Bathroom
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet
Bathroom
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo
Bathroom
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo
Bathroom
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo
Bathroom
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Mid Century Cottage with Crooked Lake Views!
Mid-Century Cottage with Crooked Lake Views - Quick Trips to Northern Michigan's Favorite Local Spots!
ABOUT THE RENTAL
Step into this charming historic home, where original wood double doors open to a cozy, character-filled retreat with a touch of mid-century style. The spacious main level invites gatherings, featuring a large sectional sofa, a gas fireplace, and music on the record player—perfect for relaxing evenings with friends and family. Across the room, a ten-person dining table sits beside floor-to-ceiling original glass doors, creating the ideal setting for shared meals and conversation.
The full kitchen boasts modern appliances and connects to the laundry/mudroom, leading out to a large fenced backyard. With five unique bedrooms and seven bathrooms (4 full, 3 half), there’s plenty of space for everyone. One bedroom is located on the main floor, while the upstairs offers four more bedrooms, each with its own half bath or better for added privacy. Every bedroom includes a ceiling fan and window A/C. Need extra sleeping space? Ask about the bonus bunk room, available at no additional cost.
Just one block away, the North Western State Trail connects you to miles of biking, running, and walking paths along the Little Traverse Wheelway. Across the street, you’ll find beautiful Crooked Lake, with Northern Michigan’s favorite destinations all within easy reach. Whether you’re gathering for family fun or a group getaway, this home is sure to become a favorite.
NEARBY DESTINATIONS
Downtown Harbor Springs: 9.4 miles
The Highlands/Nub's Nob: 8.5 miles
Dairy Queen (ice cream): 2 miles
Windjammer Marina (boat rentals): 0.9 miles
Downtown Petoskey: 9.1 miles
Mackinaw City (to catch a ferry to Mackinac Island): 27.3 miles
Pellston Regional Airport: 11.8 miles
Petoskey State Park (Lake Michigan): 5.2 miles
ABOUT US
Vacation Properties of Northern Michigan is a rental management company located in downtown Petoskey. We have been operating for 14 years and we understand the importance of vacation and the anticipation leading up to it. We care about our travelers and take pride in our portfolio of rental properties. We encourage you to look us up online and reach out if you have any questions or concerns about the property. Our goal is to provide you with the best vacation possible with clean/well-kept places, great communication, and fun environments so that you keep coming back. Northern Michigan has our hearts, and we want it to have yours too!
ABOUT THE RENTAL
Step into this charming historic home, where original wood double doors open to a cozy, character-filled retreat with a touch of mid-century style. The spacious main level invites gatherings, featuring a large sectional sofa, a gas fireplace, and music on the record player—perfect for relaxing evenings with friends and family. Across the room, a ten-person dining table sits beside floor-to-ceiling original glass doors, creating the ideal setting for shared meals and conversation.
The full kitchen boasts modern appliances and connects to the laundry/mudroom, leading out to a large fenced backyard. With five unique bedrooms and seven bathrooms (4 full, 3 half), there’s plenty of space for everyone. One bedroom is located on the main floor, while the upstairs offers four more bedrooms, each with its own half bath or better for added privacy. Every bedroom includes a ceiling fan and window A/C. Need extra sleeping space? Ask about the bonus bunk room, available at no additional cost.
Just one block away, the North Western State Trail connects you to miles of biking, running, and walking paths along the Little Traverse Wheelway. Across the street, you’ll find beautiful Crooked Lake, with Northern Michigan’s favorite destinations all within easy reach. Whether you’re gathering for family fun or a group getaway, this home is sure to become a favorite.
NEARBY DESTINATIONS
Downtown Harbor Springs: 9.4 miles
The Highlands/Nub's Nob: 8.5 miles
Dairy Queen (ice cream): 2 miles
Windjammer Marina (boat rentals): 0.9 miles
Downtown Petoskey: 9.1 miles
Mackinaw City (to catch a ferry to Mackinac Island): 27.3 miles
Pellston Regional Airport: 11.8 miles
Petoskey State Park (Lake Michigan): 5.2 miles
ABOUT US
Vacation Properties of Northern Michigan is a rental management company located in downtown Petoskey. We have been operating for 14 years and we understand the importance of vacation and the anticipation leading up to it. We care about our travelers and take pride in our portfolio of rental properties. We encourage you to look us up online and reach out if you have any questions or concerns about the property. Our goal is to provide you with the best vacation possible with clean/well-kept places, great communication, and fun environments so that you keep coming back. Northern Michigan has our hearts, and we want it to have yours too!
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
About the area
Alanson
Alanson is home to this cottage. Crooked Vine Vineyard and Winery and Chestnut Valley Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Michigan and Petoskey State Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Cheboiganing Preserve and Big Bear Adventures. Take in the nearby slopes with skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as sledging and ice skating.

Alanson, MI
What's nearby
- Crooked Lake - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
- Petoskey State Park - 10 min drive - 10.5 km
- McLaren Northern Michigan Hospital - 16 min drive - 15.6 km
- Nub's Nob Ski Area - 18 min drive - 16.3 km
- Odawa Casino - 19 min drive - 19.6 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Taco Bell/KFC - 8 min drive
- Culver's - 8 min drive
- McDonald's - 8 min drive
- Dairy Queen - 3 min drive
- Rusty Saw North - 9 min drive
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by Vacation Properties of Northern Michigan

Vacation Properties of Northern Michigan is a rental management company located in downtown Petoskey, Michigan. We have been operating for 13 years and we understand the importance of vacation and the anticipation leading up to it. We care about our travelers and take pride in our portfolio of rental properties. We encourage you to look us up online and reach out if you have any questions or concerns about the property. Our goal is to provide you with the best vacation possible with clean/well-kept places, great communication, and fun environments so that you keep coming back. Northern Michigan has our hearts, and we want it to have yours too!
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