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The Little House on Torch Lake with optional Carriage House

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Terrace/patio
A cozy living room with a blue sofa, leather armchairs, and a wooden coffee table.
A cozy bedroom with a large bed, wooden walls, multiple windows with curtains, and a shelf with framed pictures.
A modern kitchen with wooden flooring, a built-in oven, a microwave, and a sink.
A snow-covered house with a large porch and a garage.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
Situated along the water, this cottage features 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, accommodating 8 guests. Enjoy lake views while engaging in waterskiing, tubing, and fishing nearby. The property includes a deck, porch, and patio for outdoor relaxation. Other amenities include games, with attractions like Torch Lake and Torch Lake Park close by.

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • By the lake
    Guests love the beautiful lakefront location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Torch Lake
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue grill
  • Deck or patio
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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alden, MI
  • Place, Torch Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Torch Lake Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Boyne Mountain
    ‪41 min drive‬
  • Airport, Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪38 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

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

About this property

The Little House on Torch Lake with optional Carriage House

Torch Lake has long been one of the most sort after “Up North” destinations.

Our 1920 cottage has been loved by our family since 2004

The cottage has four bedrooms, arranged as 1 king and 3 queens comfortably sleeping 8 people.

The Carriage House sleeps up to 6 extra people
The 2 bedroom 1 bathroom Carriage House is available upon request if extra sleeping arrangements are needed and only available to the family renting the main cottage.
Each bedroom has 1 queen and 1 Twin bed. There is a kitchenette with a microwave/airfryer, fridge and dishwasher
The Carriage House would be an additional charge to the cottage and starts at $295-$520 per night depending on the season.

The cottage is on the east side facing west, therefore we enjoy amazing sunsets every evening. We have 180ft of lake frontage and a dock.
There is a buoy in front of our cottage for your boat if you decide to bring your own or rent one.
The lake has easy access for boating all around Torch and interconnecting Elk Lake and Lake Bellaire.
Shanty Creek is 15 minutes away and great for skiing, snowboarding and tubing.
Boyne Mountain Resort is 45 minutes away and is excellent for skiing in the winter, golf in the summer and Avalanche Bay water park.
Traverse City is about 35 minutes away with great shopping, bars and restaurants.
For those that prefer a more leisurely pace Alden is a short walk from our cottage down a private pathway into town, where there could be a great coffee waiting for you at the Muffin Tin, quaint antique and gift shops, the not to be missed Higgins Store famous for its ice creams and The Mill House which has all your kitchen spices needed for grilling at sunset on the cottage deck.

The cottage is available for weekly rental Saturday to Saturday in the summer months, long weekends and longer stays at other times all year round.
In the winter you could be snuggled in front of the fireplace watching a movie or talking about the fun you've had on the ski slopes
Or
In the summer you could find yourself sitting by the fire pit watching the sun go down over beautiful Torch Lake.



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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 24
Check out before 10:30 AM
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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 # 204200vb
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 on the waterfront. Elk Rapids District Library and Historic Elk Rapids Town Hall are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at The Chief Golf Course and Short's Brewing Company. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the sledging and snowmobiling.
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alden, MI

What's nearby

  • Torch Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Torch Lake Park - 4 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Turtle Creek Casino - 23 min drive - 32.4 km
  • Traverse City Beach - 31 min drive - 44.0 km
  • Boyne Mountain - 41 min drive - 69.3 km

Getting around

  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Shanty Creek Resorts - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪The Dockside - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Johnny's Torch Riviera - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Coffee Bar - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Oasis Tavern - ‬20 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Little House on Torch Lake with optional Carriage House pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Little House on Torch Lake with optional Carriage House?

As of 25 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Little House on Torch Lake with optional Carriage House on 19 Jan 2027 start from £1,504, 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 at The Little House on Torch Lake with optional Carriage House?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Little House on Torch Lake with optional Carriage House?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Little House on Torch Lake with optional Carriage House?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is The Little House on Torch Lake with optional Carriage House located?

This family-friendly Alden cottage is located on the waterfront, within 3 mi (5 km) of Torch Lake, Thayer lake and Torch Lake Park. Clam River and Grass River Natural Area are also within 6 miles (10 km).

About the host

Hosted by Zoe

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We are Zoe and Tony Booth, we have 4 children and live in Bloomfield Hills Michigan Originally we are from London England and 15 years ago my husband was offered an advertising job here.

Why they chose this property

We visited Torch Lake the first year we arrived in Michigan and rented a few times. We absolutely fell in love with the place, it is very special to us and the rest of our family visiting from England

What makes this property unique

Our cottage is in a great location for short tubing rides on the boat, longer day trips to Elk Lake or just popping up to The Dockside by boat for dinner. Bike rides into town to play tennis and get an ice cream is all part of our stay.
In the winter we enjoy our cosy weekends in the cottage skiing and tubing and coming back home to the cottage to sit by the fire and relax. The lake is so dramatic in the depths of the winter, we spend many weekends enjoying skiing and walking.

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