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Charming Up North River Cottage

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Exterior
Terrace/patio
Private kitchen
Living area
Room

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4720 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Loft Bedroom

2 Twin Beds

Main Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Charming Up North River Cottage

Spend a weekend Up North at this charming cottage. This spot is the perfect home base to enjoy everything that our idyllic area has to offer! Bring your boat and launch it at the Inland Waterway access only half a mile away. Grab a coffee and take a short walk to the river to watch the boats come by. Spend a relaxing evening cozied up by the bonfire.

Located in downtown Alanson; 15-20 min drive to Harbor Springs or Petoskey. Easy access to local golf courses, beaches, hiking, and more!
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Outdoor Space
Parking available
Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 28
Check out before 11:00 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
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the neighborhood

Alanson

Located in Alanson, this vacation home is on a river. Little Traverse History Museum and Andrew J. Blackbird Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Crooked Vine Vineyard and Winery and Hidden River Golf and Casting Club. Cheboiganing Preserve and Big Bear Adventures are also worth visiting. Take an opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as motor boating.
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Alanson, MI

What's nearby

  • Crooked Lake - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Crooked Vine Vineyard and Winery - 4 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Pickerel Lake - 6 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Oden State Fish Hatchery Visitor Center - 7 min drive - 6.2 km
  • Cheboiganing Preserve - 7 min drive - 7.9 km

Getting around

  • Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Piper's Mighty Good Pizza - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Burt Lake Brewery - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Dutch Oven Yarn Shop - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Rusty Saw North - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming Up North River Cottage pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Charming Up North River Cottage?

As of Mar 9, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Charming Up North River Cottage on Apr 18, 2026 start from $223, 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 Charming Up North River Cottage?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming Up North River Cottage?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Charming Up North River Cottage located?

Situated on a river, this vacation home is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Crooked Lake and within 3 mi (5 km) of Crooked Vine Vineyard and Winery and Pickerel Lake. Cheboiganing Preserve and Oden State Fish Hatchery Visitor Center are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 7 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 7 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie F.

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

Quaint cottage

Perfect cottage for our stay in Northern Michigan!
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janet T.

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

our stay

Very cozy cottage. updated nicely. had everything we needed.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M.

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

Up North Vacation

Perfectly located in a central area with much to do in every direction. There was some construction on the main roadway so we had to detour to leave and come back to the property.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle H.

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

Cute Cottage

We enjoyed our stay. Cottage was cute and close to area destinations like Harbor Springs and Petoskey.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Misty L.

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

Perfect Location!

The cottage was perfectly located to visit everywhere we wanted with just a short drive. We enjoyed the privacy and quietness of the cottage. It was very clean and decorated lovely. Communication with the host was always prompt and pleasant. The cottage had many extras that are often not provided. We loved the bakery across the street and very much appreciated the shortbreads when we arrived to the cottage. Our family of three enjoyed our stay very much!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Scott B.

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

Great communication added to a great stay

Just the right size and location the my boys and I needed for a quick get away.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Brittany W.

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

Cute Cottage

Our family enjoyed our stay in Alanson. The cottage is cute and recently updated. The rooms fit our family well. The outdoor space was nice and private. In just a few steps you'll find river access and a playground. The cottage is in a perfect location to explore the upper part of Michigan and parts of the UP. It's about 10 minutes from Petoskey and about 30 minutes from Mackinac area, you can even make a day trip to the Sue Locks or Tahquamenon Falls. The cottage is well stocked with kitchen essentials. It was clean and we really appreciated being able to easily use cleaning supplies, extra paper towels, trash bags, toilet paper, and towels. One unexpected perk we also loved was the shower head, most rentals use cheap shower heads with minimal water pressure and the owners didn't go cheap in this rental. For future renters, I would note the loft area is perfect for kids and is 'kid' sized, an adult cannot stand up straight. Our kids loved having their own area. Suggestions for improvement, there are AC units in the bedrooms, but not the full cottage, this is fine, except most of the windows do not open. It would be beneficial if the windows and doors had screens so they could be opened for fresh air and cooling the cottage. It would also be great if more of the windows did open, as many are not able to be opened.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

About the host

Hosted by William Zoerhof

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This area is my home and have loved every second of it. While I moved away for a period of time, it was hard to stay away. I now live here with my girlfriend and fully don't consider this a 'rental property' and hope neither will you but rather our wish is that you consider it your home away from home throughout your stay.

Why they chose this property

This property is so unique because it offers so much variety to outdoor activities. While the house is quaint, it is very secluded, away from the road with trees lining either side of the house. There is a firepit and a huge yard for your family to enjoy and make memories.

Additionally, it is 30 feet away from the river so you can jump on at any time. If you are a boater, you can drop your boat from the boat-launch (.5 miles away) and navigate several lakes (crooked, burt, mullet, etc.).

It is located in downtown Alanson so you can walk to dinner, but also a short 15 minute drive from Petoskey or Harbor Springs, a great jumping off point for any adventure.
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