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A New listing 2024! Blue Dream Cottage on Torch Lake

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A deck with wooden benches and a fire pit, overlooking a lake.
Outdoor dining
A clear view of a long, narrow pier extending into calm water, with a small shelter at the end.
A house with a wooden deck and a metal staircase leading to a porch.
A covered deck with a view of a lake and a grassy area with a wooden bench and a picnic table.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Torch Lake
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Air-conditioning
  • 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
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Traverse City Beach
    ‪29 min drive‬
  • Airport, Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪35 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1 With a view Upstairs

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2 With a view Upstairs

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3 Street View Two Twin XL Upstairs

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1 Downstairs

Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet

Bathroom 2 Upstairs

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Dining area

About this property

A New listing 2024! Blue Dream Cottage on Torch Lake

Welcome to our lake front rental property! We are thrilled to have you as our guests and hope that your stay will be both relaxing and enjoyable. Our little cottage was built in 1912, My husband and I were fortunate to acquire in 2017 and now in 2024 our Blue Dream Cottage is finished and ready to enjoy. Seven years to create our perfect idea of a cottage by the lake.
Our property features stunning views of the lake, a private dock for swimming and fishing and a cozy cottage for you to unwind in. Whether you’re looking for a peaceful retreat or a fun filled vacation, our lake front rental is the perfect place for you.
If you happen to have brought a boat, jet ski or renting from a nearby location there is a mooring directly off the dock straight ahead.

Blue Dream our Cozy Cottage is a great vacation getaway to enjoy as a family. Located on Torch Lake, just a couple blocks away from downtown Alden MI. One thing we love about Blue Dream is how conveniently located it is to grab coffee and breakfast in the morning at Muffin tin (lunch option too), get lunch or dinner at the Torch Lake Beer Co., grabbing an ice cream at Higgin's and enjoying a fire making smores while looking at a beautiful Torch Lake sunset. Check in Days are Monday, Tuesday or Wednesday with a four night minimum. Check out days are Friday, Saturday and Sunday.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Watercraft if brought or rented is to be tied to mooring, not the dock. Use at your own risk. Mooring capacity 25ft or less.
Registered Guests only to stay at property
If any house rules are broken you will be asked to leave, in accordance with the rules/policies on Vrbo. Zero tolerance on house rules being broken.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3464536vb
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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances 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 the city centre and on the waterfront. Twisted Fish Gallery and Guntzviller's Spirit of the Woods Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Elk Rapids District Library and Historic Elk Rapids Town Hall. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and mountain biking 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
  • Grand Traverse Resort Golf Course - 25 min drive - 36.1 km
  • Traverse City Beach - 29 min drive - 41.4 km
  • Boyne Mountain - 43 min drive - 70.4 km

Getting around

  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Johnny's Torch Riviera - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Pearl's New Orleans Kitchen - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Blue Water Bistro & Pizzeria - Torch Lake Pizza - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Oasis Tavern - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪The Dockside - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is A New listing 2024! Blue Dream Cottage on Torch Lake pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Blue Dream Cottage: Torch Lake views?

As of 14 Jul 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Blue Dream Cottage: Torch Lake views on 11 Aug 2026 start from £2,069, 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 A New listing 2024! Blue Dream Cottage on Torch Lake?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at A New listing 2024! Blue Dream Cottage on Torch Lake?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A New listing 2024! Blue Dream Cottage on Torch Lake?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is A New listing 2024! Blue Dream Cottage on Torch Lake located?

Located in the heart of Alden, this cottage is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Torch Lake and 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Torch Lake Park. Thayer lake and Torch River are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 6 out of 6 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 6 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Jonathon D.

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

Loved this cottage an absolute gem!

Fantastic spot
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Amy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
AMAZING TRIP! The property is absolutely GORGEOUS! I could spend every morning and evening with that beautiful view. One of our favorite things was how close it was to the super cute town and all its restaurants and shops. We loved the dock and lake and proximity to watercraft rentals. The home itself was very clean and we could tell how well they have taken care of it. Very well stocked with everything we needed and it was a perfect cottage. The host was FANTASTIC! She communicated very well before and during our stay! A couple issues popped up (none were within their control) and they handled immediately to ensure we enjoyed our stay. I would HIGHLY recommend that anyone stay at this property and soak it all in….
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kim H.

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

Beautiful Property

Beautiful property and location :) We were lucky to have the opportunity to stay and enjoy a week with our family.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Nick C.

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

Beautiful cottage in a perfect location

We stayed here during the long weekend for the 4th of July. It was a great weekend. The weather was a little dicey at times but this cottage is VERY nice, on the water, and a 2 minute walk to all that Alden’s downtown has to offer. Probably the nicest rental property in the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Larry W.

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

Great

Completely satisfied
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David I.

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

Beautiful newly remodeled cabin on a beautiful lake

Wonderful stay for our family with 2 younger children. Easy lake access with dock and mooring ball worked perfectly with our pontoon boat. Shallow with sandy bottom quite a ways out which worked out great for the kids. Only steps to Alden with couple nice spots to eat and shops. Rental provided all we needed and host was super responsive/helpful.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

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