About this rental
- Cottage
- 1600 sq. ft
- 3 bedrooms
- 5 beds
- Sleeps 6
- 2 bathrooms
- 2 full baths
- Spaces
- Kitchen
- Living Room
- Deck/Patio
~ Lovely Family Cottage Featuring: 3 Bedrooms, 2 Baths, Sleeps 6 ~
Rooms & beds
Bedrooms: 3(Sleeps: 6)
Bathrooms: 2
Spaces
Amenities
Featured
- No Smoking
- Children Welcome
- TV
- Satellite or cable
- Washer & Dryer
- Internet
- Parking
- Heater
- Fireplace
Safety features
- First aid kit
- Smoke detector
- Fire extinguisher
- Exterior lighting
Location Type
- Waterfront
- Lake
- BeachfrontWonderful sandy beach with shallow water that's great for children.
- Lake View
- Water View
General
- Telephone
- Heating
- Linens provided
- Washing machine
- Clothes dryer
- FireplaceWe have two wood-burning fireplaces: one in the dining room and one in the living room.
- ParkingPlease park in the area to the left as you arrive – it is slightly higher in elevation. Just be careful not to block the foot path to your right as you park with your car pointed toward the trees.
- Internet
- Towels ProvidedPlease bring your own beach towels.
- Wireless Internet
- Iron & Board
- Toilet Paper
Kitchen
- DishwasherBrand new in 2020
- Refrigerator
- Stove
- Oven
- Microwave
- Grill
- Coffee Maker
- Toaster
- Blender
- Coffee Grinder
- Dishes & Utensils
- Kettle
- Dining table
Dining
- Dining table
Entertainment
- Television
- Satellite/Cable
- DVD Player
- BooksPlenty of children's books, classics, modern fiction and non-fiction, as well as some very old books that are fun to look at.
- GamesMany games and puzzles for all ages – great for rainy days.
- Games for Kids
- Books for kids
Outside
- Kayak/CanoeYou must sign a waiver to use the boats; then you'll receive a code to unlock the boats and lock them again before you leave.
- Beach Chairs
- Beach Towels
- Outdoor Furniture
- TennisThere are a couple of courts in Alden (1/2 mile away)
- GolfSeveral award-winning golf courses 15-30 nominates away.
- Fire pit
Suitability
- Wheelchair inaccessible
Onsite Services
- Housekeeper Included
Notes
- In addition to the deck that overlooks the water and the beach, we also have lovely spots for reading or intimate conversations, including 1 large Hammock for lying down and 2 Hammock Swings (for sitting in) that fit two people each.
Policies
Cancellation Policy
- 100% refund if you cancel at least 60 days before check-in.
- 50% refund (minus the service fee) if you cancel at least 30 days before check-in.
- No refund if you cancel less than 30 days before check-in.
Damage and Incidentals
You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.
House Rules
Children allowed
No pets - My husband is allergic to cats and dogs.My husband is allergic to cats and dogs.
No events
No smoking
Max guests: 6
Minimum age of primary renter: 30
- No jet skis allowed on the property (out of respect for our neighbors and the peaceful area)
- Outside quiet hours 11pm-7am
- Must have a verified government ID registered with VRBO
Map
Hosted by Nan Reed Twiss
Ask a questionAbout Nan Reed Twiss
My great grandparents bought this property back in the eighteen hundreds, and it's been the beloved summer home to generations of my family (my children are now the fifth generation). The cottage which was left to me was built by my grandmother during the 2nd world war, and even though I've lived on both coasts of the US, in Europe and in Asia, I've never missed a summer. Birchwood cottage remains my favorite spot in the world...I just wish I could still spend all summer there as I did as a child. Now our family of five treasures the three weeks we save for ourselves, and scared though I was to share the cottage with strangers, so far, renters have treated the place beautifully.
Nan Reed Twiss purchased this Cottage in 1890
Why Nan Reed Twiss chose Alden
I was lucky enough to inherit this gem. But why I would buy it (and I would!) is that Torch Lake is an extraordinarily beautiful lake, more beautiful than any I've ever seen. The colors are like the Caribbean, and the water is so clear you can see the bottom all the way out to the drop-off. The sandy bottom makes it especially beautiful. The area is so peaceful if it's peace you're looking for... and yet, if you want activity, you don't have to go far at all for inland entertainment. There are lots of artist's towns nearby, nice shops, some great restaurants, golfing, hiking...and the town of Alden is a brief walk away.
What makes this Cottage unique
Our cottage is right on the water, so we sleep to the sound of waves lapping the shore. We watch the sunsets from our deck that overlooks the water or from one of our three hammocks placed throughout the property. The beach is perfect for small children since it stays shallow for a long way. In addition to the obvious sand-castle building, the kids also love to explore the woods and build forts with the driftwood or play on the raft. We love to swim, sail, walk or bike into town. There's so much to do in the area, but honestly, we're so happy at the cottage and on the lake, we generally just stay there.
- Languages:
- english