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Sunsets & Private Sandy Beach Cottage on Torch Lake in Alden

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Our cottage from the dock.
Downstairs lakeside double bedroom.
Classic torch lake colors!
Living room with beautiful original hardwood floors. Sofa bed with new mattress.
New secretary desk just added in living room next to lake view window.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Downstairs Lake Side

1 Double Bed

Downstairs Twin Bunkbeds

2 Single Bunk Beds

Living Room Queen Sofa Bed

1 Queen Sofa Bed

Upstairs Lake View Main Bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Downstairs Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo

Upstairs Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Sunsets & Private Sandy Beach Cottage on Torch Lake in Alden

This is the best location on Torch Lake with perfect sunset views, a sandy beach with just the right slope, and an easy walk to downtown Alden's boutiques and restaurants. Our three-bedroom, two-bath cottage is a charming mix of vintage with modern amenities. The full-width front porch offers a panoramic lake view of your own sandy beach, dock, and mooring buoy if you'd like to bring a boat. The cottage comes with two sit-on-top kayaks for swimming and exploring. Full kitchen for cooking inside and a gas grill outside. Great township park with playground and tennis courts close by, fantastic biking on Antrim County's scenic roads, and a perfect base for exploring all that Northern Michigan has to offer.

We are fourth generation owners of this cottage, which has been our family’s getaway for over 100 years. We’d love to get to know a little about your group and look forward to welcoming you to Torch Lake!
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Not a child-proof house. Great beach for kids.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Ask in advance for pet approval.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Max 1 boat/trailer.

Important information

You need to know

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

About the area

Alden

Located in Alden, this cottage is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Elk Rapids District Library and Historic Elk Rapids Town Hall are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Torch Lake and Lake Michigan. Guntzviller's Spirit of the Woods Museum and Music House Museum are also worth visiting. Kayaking offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.
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Alden, MI

What's nearby

  • Torch Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Torch Lake Park - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Traverse City Beach - 33 min drive - 40.7 km
  • Front Street - 41 min drive - 45.8 km
  • Boyne Mountain - 46 min drive - 69.6 km

Getting around

  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Oasis Tavern - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪The Dockside - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Pearl's New Orleans Kitchen - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Blue Water Bistro & Pizzeria - Torch Lake Pizza - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Alden Bar - ‬3 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Sunsets & Private Sandy Beach Cottage on Torch Lake in Alden pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Sunsets & Private Sandy Beach Cottage on Torch Lake in Alden?

As of 27 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sunsets & Private Sandy Beach Cottage on Torch Lake in Alden on 8 Sept 2026 start from £337, 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 Sunsets & Private Sandy Beach Cottage on Torch Lake in Alden?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Sunsets & Private Sandy Beach Cottage on Torch Lake in Alden?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sunsets & Private Sandy Beach Cottage on Torch Lake in Alden?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Sunsets & Private Sandy Beach Cottage on Torch Lake in Alden located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Torch Lake and 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from Torch Lake Park. Torch River and Grass River Natural Area are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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8.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic Stay on Torch Lake

Our family had a fantastic time at Torch Lake. The cottage was great, a classic cottage feel with all the amenities we needed. Private piece of beach just steps from the large porch was perfect for hours of swimming. Very short walk to the main strip with shops, restaurants and even a wine tasting room. You can't go wrong with this cottage!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Amanda O.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing location

Charming 100 year old cottage. Worked well for our family. Could use some updates, but overall was nice.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melinda D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful!

Wonderful place right at beautiful Torch Lake. We loved the kayaks, nearby playground and restaurants, fenced yard for our puppy, well-equipped kitchen, and friendly neighbors. Very cute cottage with great porch facing the lake! Wonderful hosts. Thanks for renting to us!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Becky C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect, cozy cottage

Absolutely darling cottage! The lake views were amazing! This cottage has so much charm and history that you don’t want to leave. The hosts were great to work with and obviously care about their property. They were quick to answer questions and provided everything you could ever possibly need to make your stay enjoyable. It’s close to quaint Alden and Belaire. There is a mooring buoy if you have a boat and want to explore the local lakes. And the porch overlooking the lake!! AMAZING!! Seriously- I can’t imagine a more perfect Torch Lake rental.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Jason G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Summertime in Northern Michigan!

The cottage was very charming, the location was ideal, the neighbors were friendly. The only negative was the water had a severe sulfur smell. It made showering and washing dishes not very pleasant. A plumber showed up to replace a filter and said this would take care of it. It improved a little but still not very pleasant.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Sept 2024
Hi, Jason! Thanks for your review, glad you had a good time, and sorry you had to deal with our water problems. As of August 2024 our water is (finally) completely fixed! We have a brand new treatment system and our plumber was finally able to get rid of the sulphur smell. We now have delicious and pleasant filtered well water for drinking, showering and dishes.

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