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1 of 3 beautiful sunset views direct on Birch Lake, water toys, dog ok

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Lakeside
Miscellaneous
Living area
Living Room - Living room with wood burning stove.
Screened in back porch. - Screened in back porch with lake access.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Highlights

  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Elk Lake
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly
  • Refrigerator
  • Onsite parking available
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Kewadin, MI
  • Place, Elk Lake
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Torch Lake
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Traverse City Beach
    ‪26 min drive‬
  • Airport, Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪32 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Twin Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

1 of 3 beautiful sunset views direct on Birch Lake, water toys, dog ok

This charming, rustic two-bedroom, one-bathroom log cabin is located on Birch Lake near Elk Rapids. It's an ideal vacation spot for a small family or a couple. You'll love the clear blue colors and firm sandy bottom of this all-sports lake. The main area of the home consists of an open living room, kitchen, and dining space.

The porch outside is perfect for enjoying your morning coffee and is sure to help you unwind. The yard is spacious enough for kids and dog to play. Additionally, there's a dock, shared waterfront and water toys, and a cozy fire pit.

This property is conveniently close to the Great Lakes Equestrian Horse Show, Turtle Creek Casino, and Elk Rapids. Traverse City is just a short 15-minute drive away.

One well-behaved pet is allowed, but owners must clean up after their pets.

Need more space? Rent one or both of the other Trick's Resort cottages: Trick's Lodge and Red Cottage.

-- THE PROPERTY --

Sleeps 5.

Bedroom 1: queen bed || Bedroom 2: set of bunks w/pull-out twin

OUTDOORS: charcoal grill, fire pit, grassy yard, screened porch, outdoor seating, dock, and shared water toys

INDOORS: WIFI, board games, fireplace, NO TV

KITCHEN: fully equipped, cooking basics, dishware & flatware, microwave, toaster, drip coffee maker, trash bags, paper towels

GENERAL: towels & linens, toilet paper, bar soap

MISC: bedrooms have no ceilings

PARKING: space for up to 2 vehicles

-- POLICIES --

- One pet allowed with fee

- No smoking

- No events, parties, or large gatherings

- Must be at least 18 years old to book

- Additional rental agreement required
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 9976012ha
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 indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the neighborhood

Kewadin

Located in Kewadin, this vacation home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Torch Lake. Guntzviller's Spirit of the Woods Museum and Music House Museum are also worth visiting. Sailing and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and ecotours nearby.
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Kewadin, MI

What's nearby

  • Elk Lake - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Torch Lake - 6 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Torch Lake Park - 18 min drive - 23.5 km
  • Traverse City Beach - 26 min drive - 35.5 km
  • Front Street - 31 min drive - 41.0 km

Getting around

  • Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pearl's New Orleans Kitchen - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Masala Magic by Anita - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Short’s Brewing Company Production Facility - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Oasis Tavern - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Town Club - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 1 of 3 beautiful sunset views direct on Birch Lake, water toys, dog ok pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at 1 of 3 beautiful sunset views direct on Birch Lake, water toys, dog ok?

As of Jun 21, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 1 of 3 beautiful sunset views direct on Birch Lake, water toys, dog ok on Jul 1, 2026 start from $298, 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 1 of 3 beautiful sunset views direct on Birch Lake, water toys, dog ok?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 1 of 3 beautiful sunset views direct on Birch Lake, water toys, dog ok?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 1 of 3 beautiful sunset views direct on Birch Lake, water toys, dog ok located?

Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Elk Lake and 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Lake Michigan. Elk Rapids Golf Club is 3 mi (4.9 km) away.

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 6 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

8.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicole S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay! Loved the quaint cabin and lake out front. North vacation was on top of communication.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 2, 2025
So glad you had a great stay!
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Carla D.

End of summer exploration

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This is an old cabin and looks as such. It is clean- has the basic amenities and is a great peaceful location to explore the area. The dock is aged and the resident duck's use it quite a bit so not necessarily a barefoot beach dock area but the sunsets are wonderful and the water is nice once you het out a bit.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 21, 2024
Thank you for sharing your experience at this traditional up north cabin. Glad you found it to be peaceful and enjoyed wonderful sunsets.
Verified

6/10 Okay

Anita S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Not "NEW"

The cabin is listed NEW in its title. It is far from new. Its not a bad cabin if you just want peace and quiet, but know there is not WIFI, TV's or AC. The cabin as a whole was clean but the sofa bed was DISCUSTING!! The lake was very peaceful!! DISDISCUSSING
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie B.

Perfect Up North Cabing

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: My husband and I rented this cabin for a few days and loved it. We brought our dog, who had a great time in the shallow water in front of the cabin. There is no air conditioning, and it did get a little warm during the day, but the nights were fine. We had one box fan and there is a ceiling fan, but one more fan would have been nice. The cabin was clean and the location is great. There is a fire pit to have a bonfire, but we didn’t get the chance to use it. The roof is tin and when it rains, it’s quite loud, but I liked the noise. Overall a great find for northern Michigan!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 2, 2024
Thank you for sharing your experience! We are pleased to know that you enjoyed this Up North cabin!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Lisa L.

Great Stay Up North

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Charming rustic cabin on crystal clear lake.
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 17, 2026
So glad you enjoyed your stay Up North!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diane H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location is great. Open the door and you are only a few feet from the water. Cabin is very rustic. The queen bed is comfortable and I slept well. The bunk bed mattresses were not and had trouble sleeping. We had everything we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026

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