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WINTER SKI SPECIAL!

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A spacious living room with a stone fireplace, two armchairs, a coffee table, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.
A small, single-story shed with a dark gray door, surrounded by lush greenery and potted plants.
A garden with a rainbow, a wooden deck, and pink flowers in a pot.
A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a central island, and bar stools.
A dining area with a white table, chairs, a chandelier, a wooden staircase, and a colorful wall decoration.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Explore, experience, enjoy
    Guests like the location for activities and attractions nearby.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Crooked Lake
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Ski lift privileges
  • Garage parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Alanson, MI
  • Place, Crooked Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, beach near Walter Dow Park
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, beach near Windjammer Marina
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed, 1 Twin Bunk Bed and 1 Crib

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Jetted bathtub · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

WINTER SKI SPECIAL!

Winter in Northern Michigan is Spectacular! We are located just minutes from the best skiing in the Midwest! Boyne Highlands & Nubs Nob are open and have excellent snow! The resorts offer downhill skiing, x-country skiing, tubing, zip-lines, restaurants and a spa! Enjoy strolling through 7 nearby Harbor Towns all decked out with Winter Motif & Winter Festivals. We are located directly on Crooked Lake near Petoskey, MI; from our dock you can go around the world as we are connected to 4 lakes and 3 rivers. Our cottage has 3 large bedrooms & loft, sleeping 12 people; a huge deck, she-shed, & firepit. The Tri-toon float boat (seating for 8) 2 kayaks, a canoe and 3 bikes. We are located close to 7 harbor towns, world class golfing, 3 major ski resorts, Lake Michigan, Little Traverse bicycle path, international dark sky park - excellent for star gazing!

The space
The cottage is approx. 2000 sq feet, 2 story, with Gas Fireplace, garage and 3 large bedrooms- sleeping up to 12 people. We are located directly on the lake, with dock, outdoor fire pit, fully furnished She Shed, large front deck w/BBQ grill, large umbrella table, 2 kayaks, and a canoe. The Tri- toon Float Boat may be rented under a separate contract. We are centrally located near 7 harbor towns. Lake Michigan is just 10 minutes away, bicycles & fishing poles available - bike path directly across the street and Headlands Dark Sky Park is just up the road, 25 minutes.

Guest access
Guests will have access to the entire home, garage, deck, dock & yard. The Tri-toon Float boat is available to rent through a separate contract.

Other things to note
reduced nightly rates due to high lake water so duck and yard not available at this time
Air conditioning in all bedrooms, f kitchen with all essentials, BBQ grill, large deck overlooking the lake, dock, 2 kayaks & canoe, side yard w/fire Pit, furnished She Shed, swing chairs, water fountains & fairy gardens.d
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

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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

Property # 4430261
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
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock

About the neighborhood

Alanson

Located in Alanson, this vacation home is near a water park and on the waterfront. Oden State Fish Hatchery Visitor Center and Andrew J. Blackbird Museum are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Cheboiganing Preserve and Great Lakes Center for the Arts. Big Bear Adventures and Chillermania! are also worth visiting. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the ice skating and sledding.
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Alanson, MI

What's nearby

  • Crooked Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • beach near Walter Dow Park - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • beach near Windjammer Marina - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Odawa Casino - 20 min drive - 20.3 km
  • Boyne Mountain - 34 min drive - 47.6 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Culver's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell/KFC - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Petoskey Brewing - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Brutus Camp Deli - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is WINTER SKI SPECIAL! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at WINTER SKI SPECIAL!?

As of Aug 30, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at WINTER SKI SPECIAL! on Sep 20, 2026 start from $442, 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.

Where is WINTER SKI SPECIAL! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is steps from Crooked Lake and 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from Oden State Fish Hatchery Visitor Center. Round Lake and Crooked Vine Vineyard and Winery are also within 6 mi (10 km).

About the host

Hosted by Jill Magrum

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Our family built this Vacation Home 25 years ago because we ❤️Northern Michigan for its lakes, rivers, Fall Color & excellent downhill skiing at Boyne Highlands & Nubs Nob just 10 minutes away. My husband and I moved here permanently in 2016, however, after he passed away unexpectedly last June, I decided to move back downstate. The only way our family can keep our beloved home in N. Michigan is to share it with folks like you who help offset the property taxes & insurance. We value your patronage! And hope You enjoy the home and surrounding area as much as we do! Nearby Harbor Towns include: Petoskey, Harbor Springs, Mackinaw City & Island, Bay Harbor, and Charlevoix.

Why they chose this property

We choose this area for Two major reasons. Number 1: From our lil dock on Crooked Lake you can go around the word. Crooked Lake is part of The Inland Waterway-which connects 4 lakes & 3 Rivers- traveling all the way to The Mackinaw Straights. Our Tritoon boat has taken this voyage many times & each time we are in AWE of the beauty of the area.
Number 2: Our family loves exploring hiking, biking, small town festivals, winery’s, brewery’s, sailing, Lake Michigan, cross country skiing, BUT MOSTLY WE ❤️DOWNHILL SKIING! We are just a 12 minute drive to two of the best Ski Resorts in N Michigan, including Boyne Highlands & Nubs Nob and just 25 minutes from Boyne Mountain with an awesome Spa, Sky Bridge, and zip Lining. Come see THE BEST OF NORTHERN MICHIGAN!

What makes this property unique

Our property is UNIQE because of the access to The Best of N Michigan and ALL the Amenities. We are LakeFront, with a Hugh deck w/gas grill & umbrella table, a dock, 2 kayaks, one canoe, 4 bicycles, fishing gear, fishing right off the dock, outdoor fire pit, beach chairs, sand toys, books, games, crafts & toys for kids.
The fully decorated “She Shed”, Serenity & Fairy Gardens with fountains are favorites of the kids! IN ADDITION GUESTS MAY RENT THE TRI-TOON BOAT, that seats 8 people.

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