Historic 5BR Cottage Near Trails with Crooked Lake Views
Step into this beautifully preserved historic home, where original wood double doors open to a welcoming retreat filled with timeless character and subtle mid-century style. Thoughtfully designed for connection and comfort, this home is ideal for family gatherings, multi-generational stays, or group getaways in the heart of Northern Michigan.
The Common Space • Spacious, light-filled main-level living area designed for gathering • Large sectional sofa perfect for relaxing and socializing • Cozy gas fireplace for cool Northern Michigan evenings • Record player for music and ambiance • Ten-person dining table ideal for shared meals, games, and long conversations • Floor-to-ceiling original glass doors that bring in natural light
Kitchen & Home Amenities • Fully equipped kitchen with modern appliances for easy group cooking • Laundry/mudroom with convenient outdoor access • Large, fully fenced backyard—with firepit, BBQ Grill, and Outdoor porch seating • Window A/C units and ceiling fans in every bedroom for warm-weather comfort • Dedicated Wi-Fi for working and streaming your favorite shows
Bedrooms & Bathrooms • 5 bedrooms | 7 bathrooms (4 full, 3 half) • Comfortably sleeps large groups while offering privacy for everyone • Main-floor bedroom for easy access and flexibility • Upper-level bedrooms each include a private half bath or ensuite • Bonus bunk room available at no additional cost (upon request)
Location Highlights • Located directly across the street from beautiful Crooked Lake - park access • Just one block from the North Western State Trail • Easy access to biking, running, and walking paths • Close to the Little Traverse Wheelway • Short drive to Northern Michigan’s favorite towns, lakes, and attractions
Home Layout Main Level • Living Area • Full Kitchen • Half Bathroom • Bedroom One: King Bed (Garden Room) with Ensuite • Sunporch: Bunkbed (Twin over Twin)
Upper Level • Bedroom Two: King Bed (Woodland Room) with Ensuite • Bedroom Three: Queen Bed (Lakeview Room) with Half Bath • Bedroom Four: Queen Bed (Mackinac Room) with Ensuite • Bedroom Five: Queen Bed (Under the Pines Room) with Half Bath • Additional Full Bathroom with Sink & Shower
*This property allows two dogs, maximum. A non-refundable $150.00 cleaning fee will be charged per pet.
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!
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Property # 2310982
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
Onsite 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 there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
About the neighborhood
Alanson
Located in Alanson, this cottage is near a water park. 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. Traveling with kids? Consider Cheboiganing Preserve and Great Lakes Center for the Arts. Take in the nearby slopes with skiing, or check out other outdoor activities such as ice skating and sledding.
beach near Windjammer Marina - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
Odawa Casino - 19 min drive - 19.6 km
Boyne Mountain - 33 min drive - 46.9 km
Getting around
Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional) - 17 min drive
Restaurants
Culver's - 8 min drive
Taco Bell/KFC - 8 min drive
McDonald's - 8 min drive
Petoskey Brewing - 8 min drive
Piper's Mighty Good Pizza - 6 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Historic 5BR Cottage Near Trails with Crooked Lake Views pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.
How much does it cost to stay at Historic 5BR Cottage Near Trails with Crooked Lake Views?
As of Jun 15, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Historic 5BR Cottage Near Trails with Crooked Lake Views on Jun 16, 2026 start from $579, 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?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Historic 5BR Cottage Near Trails with Crooked Lake Views?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Historic 5BR Cottage Near Trails with Crooked Lake Views?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Historic 5BR Cottage Near Trails with Crooked Lake Views located?
This family-friendly Alanson cottage is within 2 mi (3 km) of Crooked Lake and Oden State Fish Hatchery Visitor Center. Pickerel Lake and Petoskey State Park are also within 6 mi (10 km).
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
A wonderful, charming, spacious property that could comfortably accommodate my large family. We will definitely be back!
Lyn L.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on May 29, 2026
We look forward to having you back at The Oden House! - Vacation Properties of Northern Michigan
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Mallory M.
Jun 3, 2026
Nice big house!
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Such a nice, BIG house for a family vacation! 5 beds, 7 baths, and a spacious family room, dining room, and yard made the home so nice for a big family vacation! We especially enjoyed the fenced in yard and large fire pit. Thanks for having us!
We loved staying here. Great location for our ski plans, with plenty of options for dining within a short drive. The house was lovely. Very spacious, comfortable, well equipped and clean. we also enjoyed the record player! Fenced in yard was perfect for our dog.Thanks for a great stay!
Jackie R.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 8, 2026
Thank you so much for the kind review! We’re really glad the location worked well for your ski plans and that you were able to enjoy some of the nearby dining spots. It’s great to hear the home felt spacious, comfortable, and well-equipped for your stay, and we love that you made use of the record player too.
We’re especially happy the fenced yard was a good fit for your pup! Thanks again for staying with us; we’d love to have you back anytime. - Vacation Properties of Northern Michigan
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Robyn T.
Jun 9, 2026
Girls trip June 2026
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Location was great. A little noisy because it’s on a main road. But, the yard is all fenced in for privacy. Plenty of room for a large group. The management group did a great job keeping us informed. We would go back.
A great house for a family gathering. Everything was as advertised. We had a wonderful experience!
David G.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Feb 4, 2026
Thank you for your review of The Oden House! - Vacation Properties of Northern Michigan
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Jen H.
Mar 5, 2026
Charming place
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Clean, plenty of bathrooms, fits 5 couples comfortably, and great location to water and things to do. We visited in the winter and went to nubs nob during the day.
The company handling the property was really hands-on and kept me in the loop for everything. Great communication which made the process easy.
Christopher A.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Feb 24, 2026
Thank you for your kind feedback! We’re glad the communication made everything easy and seamless for you. We’d be happy to host you again anytime. - Vacation Properties of Northern Michigan
The kitchen in this rental is the main thing that could use some attention. But the over all space is well appointed and comfortable. would definitely use this again for our business retreat meetings. we did not use the bedrooms or showers - so I cannot comment on those things.
House was very clean and view was great 9 adults everyone had their own bathroom Kitchen well stocked easy check in. Definitely would book again
Ann E.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 30, 2025
Thank you for your review! We’re glad everyone had a comfortable stay and that the check-in process was smooth. We’d be happy to welcome you all back anytime! - Vacation Properties of Northern Michigan
Great location, easy to get to many local destinations. There is a great pie shop a few steps down the road. Beds were comfortable and home had lots of room for groups.
Allan V.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 31, 2025
Thanks for staying with us! We’re glad you enjoyed the space and took advantage of the nearby gem. We hope to have you back again soon! - Vacation Properties of Northern Michigan
Lake view was wonderful, we spent a lot of time on the porch where there was plenty of seating for the 7 adults we had. Location was a short drive to Petoskey and a few wineries in the area. Everyone had their own space/bathrooms and beds were very comfortable. Would gladly book again!
Michelle M.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 26, 2025
Thank you for sharing such kind feedback! We’re so glad you enjoyed the lake view and had plenty of space to relax on the porch. It’s wonderful to hear that the location worked well for exploring Petoskey and the nearby wineries, and that everyone was comfortable with their own space. We’d be happy to welcome you back anytime! - Vacation Properties of Northern Michigan
The house was nicely furnished with everything we needed. The bedrooms had very good beds with comfortable linens. The kitchen was well equipped. We really enjoyed the big fenced in yard for the kids. The location was good and close to the bigger towns and the beaches.
Ariella S.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 22, 2025
Thank you for sharing your experience! We’re so happy your family felt comfortable and had space to enjoy. It’s wonderful to hear you made the most of your time in the area—we’d love to welcome you back! - Vacation Properties of Northern Michigan
What an awesome house! We enjoyed our stay immensely! Out of all the properties we have stayed at, this was by far the best stocked kitchen we have used. If you needed it, you could find it! We were able to cook a full French meal and eat it in the beautiful dining room!
Verified traveler
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 29, 2025
Thank you for your kind words! We’re so glad you had a memorable stay and enjoyed cooking and dining together. We’d love to host you again! - Vacation Properties of Northern Michigan
Family of 9 stayed at the Oden House over the Holidays. The layout and bedrooms are great for a large gathering. This was the second time renting this property and highly recommend.
Jason G.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Jan 6, 2025
Thank you for allowing us to host your return trip to the Oden House! We're honored that your family chose this home to host a special holiday trip! - Vacation Properties of Northern Michigan
A really awesome older house !! Well maintained , very clean , good communication with rental company . Would visit this same property without hesitation !! It felt like home !
Deborah L.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 18, 2025
Thank you! We're so happy to hear it felt like home and that everything met your expectations. We'd love to welcome you back anytime! - Vacation Properties of Northern Michigan
We had a great stay. The house has lots of character and there was plenty of room for all of us! Great location close to Petoskey and right across from the lake.
Bryan C.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 21, 2023
With 5 bedrooms and 5.5 bathrooms, The Oden House offers plenty of room, yet with a cozy feel! Downtown Petoskey is a quick trip from the home, for those interested in all the shopping and dining the historic Gaslight District has to offer. We hope to host your next trip! - Vacation Properties of Northern Michigan
The house was very clean and had everything we needed for our stay. The bedrooms were big with very comfortable beds. Overall, a very nice place to stay.
Don G.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 16, 2024
Thank you for your positive review! We're glad to hear that the house suited your needs and that you found it comfortable. We appreciate your feedback and hope to welcome you back soon! - Vacation Properties of Northern Michigan
Great location. Surprisingly large. Loved that every room had its own bathroom. Owners were a delight to work with and made the check in and checkout process simple and seamless.
Kris M.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 4, 2024
Thank you so much for your thoughtful review! We’re thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the spaciousness of the property and appreciated the convenience of each room having its own bathroom. It was a pleasure working with you, and we’re glad the check-in and checkout process was smooth. We hope to welcome you back again soon! - Vacation Properties of Northern Michigan
Great house and location. It meet all of our needs. We would definitely rent here again.
Verified traveler
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 3, 2023
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave a 5-star review! We are happy that The Oden House suited your group and hope to host you again!
-Vacation Properties of Northern Michigan
Very spacious the kitchen was well supplied With over 10 table settings. The walking trail being only one block away was very very nice. I would recommend going to the fish hatchery. I would say Lakeview not Lakefront since you have to cross a major road so be careful if you try to cross right across from the house because the road is busy and at 45 mph but it’s a nice little park. The bedrooms were spacious and beds comfortable. being an old house it was nice and cozy though.
Therese Z.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Nov 13, 2025
Thank you for sharing your thoughtful review! We’re glad you enjoyed the home’s space, comfort, and convenient access to nearby trails and parks. We’d love to welcome you back again! - Vacation Properties of Northern Michigan
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Jun 15, 2022
July 2021 Stay
Nice house room for all of us loved the fire pit and fenced in yard since we had 2 small kids. We enjoyed our stay
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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