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'Tiny House Cottage 5' w/ Crooked Lake Access!
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Reviews
8.8 out of 10
Excellent
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6400 sq ft
Popular amenities
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Additional Sleeping (Living Room)
1 Double Sofa Bed
Bedroom 1
1 Double Bed
Bedroom 2
2 Single Beds
1 bathroom
Full Bathroom
Spaces
Kitchen
Kitchenette
About this property
'Tiny House Cottage 5' w/ Crooked Lake Access!
Venture ‘Up North’ and make this cozy Alanson cottage your launching point for lakeside fun! The 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom vacation rental has comfortable quarters and enough space to kick back between adventures. Enjoy quick access to Crooked Lake, plus epic trails and sightseeing await at state parks nearby. The property also features a gas grill and picnic areas, perfect for ending the day with a family barbeque. Top off your travels with day outings in Harbor Springs, Charlevoix, or Petoskey!
-- THE PROPERTY --
Community Fire Pit & Picnic Tables | Close to Vineyards & Wineries | ~ 5 Mi to Petoskey State Park
Bedroom 1: Full Bed | Bedroom 2: 2 Twin Beds | Living Room: Full Sleeper Sofa
COTTAGE FEATURES: Shared boat dock & lake access with other cottages (short walk to lake), gas grill, flat-screen TV w/ cable, ceiling fans, ample lighting
KITCHENETTE: Stove/oven, microwave, refrigerator, toaster, coffee maker, blender, dishware + flatware, trash bags + paper towels
GENERAL: Free WiFi, window A/C unit, ceramic oscillating temperature set electric heater, towels/linens, hair dryer, hangers
FAQ: 3 steps to enter, 2 cottages away from lake (not lakefront)
PARKING: Driveway (1 vehicle), boat trailer parking (available upon request)
ADDT’L ACCOMMODATIONS: An additional studio property for 4 guests is available on-site with a separate nightly rate. If you would like to reserve both rentals, please inquire for more information prior to booking
-- THE LOCATION --
LAKEFRONT FUN: Crooked Lake (on-site), Windjammer Marina (1.2 miles), Bayfront Park (8.5 miles), Little Traverse Bay (15.3 miles)
PURE MICHIGAN PARKS: Petoskey State Park (5.3 miles), Burt Lake State Park (12.6 miles), Gaylord State Forest Area (20.6 miles), Aloha State Park (29.8 miles)
NEARBY TOWNS + PLACES: Petoskey (8.7 miles), Harbor Springs (9.4 miles), Charlevoix (25.1 miles), Mackinac Bridge (27.8 miles), Traverse City (75.1 miles)
SNOW DAY: The Highlands at Harbor Springs (8.8 miles), Nubs Nob Ski Resort (8.9 miles), Treetops Resort (46.7 miles)
AIRPORT: Cherry Capital Airport (73.4 miles)
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-- POLICIES --
- No smoking
- No pets allowed
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: The property requires 3 steps to enter
- NOTE: Please note there are other cottages on-site with some shared outdoor amenities (including the water access); other travelers may be present during your stay
- NOTE: While the cottage is situated 2 cottages away from the lakeshore, it is not directly on the water
-- THE PROPERTY --
Community Fire Pit & Picnic Tables | Close to Vineyards & Wineries | ~ 5 Mi to Petoskey State Park
Bedroom 1: Full Bed | Bedroom 2: 2 Twin Beds | Living Room: Full Sleeper Sofa
COTTAGE FEATURES: Shared boat dock & lake access with other cottages (short walk to lake), gas grill, flat-screen TV w/ cable, ceiling fans, ample lighting
KITCHENETTE: Stove/oven, microwave, refrigerator, toaster, coffee maker, blender, dishware + flatware, trash bags + paper towels
GENERAL: Free WiFi, window A/C unit, ceramic oscillating temperature set electric heater, towels/linens, hair dryer, hangers
FAQ: 3 steps to enter, 2 cottages away from lake (not lakefront)
PARKING: Driveway (1 vehicle), boat trailer parking (available upon request)
ADDT’L ACCOMMODATIONS: An additional studio property for 4 guests is available on-site with a separate nightly rate. If you would like to reserve both rentals, please inquire for more information prior to booking
-- THE LOCATION --
LAKEFRONT FUN: Crooked Lake (on-site), Windjammer Marina (1.2 miles), Bayfront Park (8.5 miles), Little Traverse Bay (15.3 miles)
PURE MICHIGAN PARKS: Petoskey State Park (5.3 miles), Burt Lake State Park (12.6 miles), Gaylord State Forest Area (20.6 miles), Aloha State Park (29.8 miles)
NEARBY TOWNS + PLACES: Petoskey (8.7 miles), Harbor Springs (9.4 miles), Charlevoix (25.1 miles), Mackinac Bridge (27.8 miles), Traverse City (75.1 miles)
SNOW DAY: The Highlands at Harbor Springs (8.8 miles), Nubs Nob Ski Resort (8.9 miles), Treetops Resort (46.7 miles)
AIRPORT: Cherry Capital Airport (73.4 miles)
-- REST EASY WITH US --
Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you'll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we'll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we'll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.
-- POLICIES --
- No smoking
- No pets allowed
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: The property requires 3 steps to enter
- NOTE: Please note there are other cottages on-site with some shared outdoor amenities (including the water access); other travelers may be present during your stay
- NOTE: While the cottage is situated 2 cottages away from the lakeshore, it is not directly on the water
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Amenities
Kitchen
Air conditioning
Parking available
Barbecue grill
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
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
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
About the area
Alanson
Alanson is home to this cottage. Crooked Vine Vineyard and Winery and Chestnut Valley Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Cheboiganing Preserve and Great Lakes Center for the Arts. Big Bear Adventures and Chillermania! are also worth visiting.

Alanson, MI
What's nearby
- Crooked Lake - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
- Nub's Nob Ski Area - 14 min drive - 14.6 km
- McLaren Northern Michigan Hospital - 19 min drive - 17.1 km
- Odawa Casino - 23 min drive - 19.2 km
- Boyne Mountain - 38 min drive - 46.2 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Piper's Mighty Good Pizza - 6 min drive
- McDonald's - 9 min drive
- Culver's - 9 min drive
- Taco Bell/KFC - 9 min drive
- Petoskey Brewing - 9 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
8.8
Excellent
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
9.2/10
Communication
9.0/10
Location
9.4/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
27 Jul, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
This review is from a guest who booked and stayed through a partner site and can't be verified.
6/10 Okay
Jessica
9 Oct, 2025
Great location.
Jessica
8/10 Good
Kasey R.
1 Aug, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
Great little getaway
Kasey R.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
8/10 Good
Kristy D.
10 Aug, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute
Kristy D.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Leah S.
26 Aug, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Leah S.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Lacey E.
11 Aug, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful and cozy
Lacey E.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
6/10 Okay
LeAnne A.
4 Oct, 2025
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
LeAnne A.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Stewart H.
28 Aug, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Boating trip
Stewart H.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
8/10 Good
Brianna W.
22 Jul, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Alanson, Michigan 2024
Brianna W.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Rushelle L.
15 Oct, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Father daughter fall trip
Rushelle L.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
This review is from a guest who booked and stayed through a partner site and can't be verified.
10/10 Excellent
Liz
16 Jul, 2024
Girls’ Weekend Getaway
Liz
This review is from a guest who booked and stayed through a partner site and can't be verified.
8/10 Good
Lynette
31 Oct, 2024
Weekend Color Tour
Lynette
8/10 Good
Susan L.
21 Sept, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
High School Reunion
Susan L.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
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