10/10 Excellent
Tara F.
6 Jul 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Place to Stay
Tara F.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Entire home
BLUE SPRUCE COTTAGE - Modern Lake House w/ shared Frontage on Thayer Lake
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 8
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Alden, MI
- Torch Lake6 min walk
- Clam River2 min drive
- Torch Lake Park9 min drive
- Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)48 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
2 Queen Beds
Living Room 1
1 Double Sofa Bed
1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Bathroom 2
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Hair dryer
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
About this property
BLUE SPRUCE COTTAGE - Modern Lake House w/ shared Frontage on Thayer Lake
Discover the perfect blend of lakeside charm and the modern ambiance of Alden, MI. Conveniently located between Traverse City and Charlevoix Michigan, check out our updated Blue Spruce Cottage. This 2 bed/1.5 bath home features every modern amenity to comfort you and your guests. With direct shared frontage to Thayer Lake, you’ll enjoy a secret paradise for fisherman. The Cottage comes with shared use of our guest kayaks, canoes and access to our private sandy beach. You can see the lake from the kitchen and patio. As an added convenience, guests can utilize their own mudroom with in-unit washer and dryer. The living room features the added bonus of a queen sleeper sofa for additional guests.
Property manager
Rachael
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
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10.0 out of 10, (24 reviews)
House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 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
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 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 that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadlock
About the area
Alden
Alden is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Torch Lake and Torch Lake Park. Looking to get your feet wet? Kayaking, power boating and fishing adventures can be found near the property.
Alden, MI
What's nearby
- Torch Lake - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
- Clam River - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
- Clam Lake - 3 min drive - 3.3 km
- Torch Lake Park - 9 min drive - 7.9 km
- Lake Bellaire - 12 min drive - 8.3 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 16 min drive
- Oasis Red Bull Tavern - 24 min drive
- Short's Brewing Company - 14 min drive
- Bellaire Bar & Restaurant - 15 min drive
- M88 Morning Grind - 15 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
9.8/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Cindy L.
10 Jul 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Long weekend family stay
Cindy L.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Heather D.
10 Jul 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Heather D.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Shawnna W.
10 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Stay!
Shawnna W.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
James R. A.
8 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thayer Lake Cottages
James R. A.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
8/10 Good
Eric M.
11 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Visit To Torch Lake
Eric M.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
18 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean, comfortable house!
Verified traveller
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jennifer F.
21 Jul 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Girls Trip
Jennifer F.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Judy B.
19 Jul 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic
Judy B.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Susan G.
15 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Up North Trip
Susan G.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Cortney C.
3 Jul 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family of 6
Cortney C.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Niccita S.
16 Jul 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I would highly recommend booking this place!
Niccita S.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Benjamin W.
26 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cottage stay!
Benjamin W.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
arica g.
29 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend trip
arica g.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
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