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Sunsets & Private Sandy Beach Cottage on Torch Lake in Alden

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A house with a porch, a dock extending into a body of water, and boats on the shore.
A kitchen with a gas stove, sink, refrigerator, and blue hanging lights.
A staircase with white railings leading to a landing. There is a small table with chairs and books on the landing.
A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, and a window with curtains.
A lakeside property with a dock, a covered boat house, and a white picket fence.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Torch Lake
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Dog-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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Alden, MI
  • Place, Torch Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Torch Lake Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Boyne Mountain
    ‪43 min drive‬
  • Airport, Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪35 min drive‬

Where you'll sleep

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Downstairs Lake Side

1 Double Bed

Downstairs Twin Bunkbeds

2 Single Bunk Beds

Living Room Queen Sofa Bed

1 Queen Sofa Bed

Upstairs Lake View Main Bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Downstairs Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo

Upstairs Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Sunsets & Private Sandy Beach Cottage on Torch Lake in Alden

This is the best location on Torch Lake with perfect sunset views, a sandy beach with just the right slope, and an easy walk to downtown Alden's boutiques and restaurants. Our three-bedroom, two-bath cottage is a charming mix of vintage with modern amenities. The full-width front porch offers a panoramic lake view of your own sandy beach, dock, and mooring buoy if you'd like to bring a boat. The cottage comes with two sit-on-top kayaks for swimming and exploring. Full kitchen for cooking inside and a gas grill outside. Great township park with playground and tennis courts close by, fantastic biking on Antrim County's scenic roads, and a perfect base for exploring all that Northern Michigan has to offer.

We are fourth generation owners of this cottage, which has been our family’s getaway for over 100 years. We’d love to get to know a little about your group and look forward to welcoming you to Torch Lake!
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Not a child-proof house. Great beach for kids.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Ask in advance for pet approval.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Max 1 boat/trailer.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2638515vb
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Alden

Located in Alden, this cottage is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Elk Rapids District Library and Historic Elk Rapids Town Hall are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Torch Lake and Lake Michigan. Guntzviller's Spirit of the Woods Museum and Music House Museum are also worth visiting. Kayaking offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.
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Alden, MI

What's nearby

  • Torch Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Torch Lake Park - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Traverse City Beach - 29 min drive - 41.4 km
  • Front Street - 34 min drive - 46.9 km
  • Boyne Mountain - 43 min drive - 70.4 km

Getting around

  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Johnny's Torch Riviera - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Oasis Tavern - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Pearl's New Orleans Kitchen - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Blue Water Bistro & Pizzeria - Torch Lake Pizza - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Alden Bar - ‬3 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Sunsets & Private Sandy Beach Cottage on Torch Lake in Alden pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Sunsets & Private Sandy Beach Cottage on Torch Lake in Alden?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Sunsets & Private Sandy Beach Cottage on Torch Lake in Alden?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sunsets & Private Sandy Beach Cottage on Torch Lake in Alden?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Sunsets & Private Sandy Beach Cottage on Torch Lake in Alden located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Torch Lake and 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from Torch Lake Park. Thayer lake and Torch River are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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8.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved everything about our stay at this charming cottage. You can’t beat this location just steps away from downtown Alden. We spent a significant amount of time on the large porch admiring the beauty Torch Lake has to offer.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house is in a great location. We used the mooring ball to moor a rented pontoon and it worked great. The kids loved having a beach right there. The playground is just a short 2 minute walk. We were traveling with our pooch so our options were limited. All in all this place was a fantastic place to stay on Torch Lake.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic Stay on Torch Lake

Our family had a fantastic time at Torch Lake. The cottage was great, a classic cottage feel with all the amenities we needed. Private piece of beach just steps from the large porch was perfect for hours of swimming. Very short walk to the main strip with shops, restaurants and even a wine tasting room. You can't go wrong with this cottage!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing location

Charming 100 year old cottage. Worked well for our family. Could use some updates, but overall was nice.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful!

Wonderful place right at beautiful Torch Lake. We loved the kayaks, nearby playground and restaurants, fenced yard for our puppy, well-equipped kitchen, and friendly neighbors. Very cute cottage with great porch facing the lake! Wonderful hosts. Thanks for renting to us!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect, cozy cottage

Absolutely darling cottage! The lake views were amazing! This cottage has so much charm and history that you don’t want to leave. The hosts were great to work with and obviously care about their property. They were quick to answer questions and provided everything you could ever possibly need to make your stay enjoyable. It’s close to quaint Alden and Belaire. There is a mooring buoy if you have a boat and want to explore the local lakes. And the porch overlooking the lake!! AMAZING!! Seriously- I can’t imagine a more perfect Torch Lake rental.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Summertime in Northern Michigan!

The cottage was very charming, the location was ideal, the neighbors were friendly. The only negative was the water had a severe sulfur smell. It made showering and washing dishes not very pleasant. A plumber showed up to replace a filter and said this would take care of it. It improved a little but still not very pleasant.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Sept 2024
Hi, Jason! Thanks for your review, glad you had a good time, and sorry you had to deal with our water problems. As of August 2024 our water is (finally) completely fixed! We have a brand new treatment system and our plumber was finally able to get rid of the sulphur smell. We now have delicious and pleasant filtered well water for drinking, showering and dishes.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location on the lake. Adorable cottage, well stocked with everything we needed for a lovely vacation.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026

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