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Island view Crooked Lake cottage, 170' frontage, best views!

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A portable grill unit on a wooden deck, adjacent to a white mobile home with windows.
A cozy room with a wooden ceiling, a chair with a blanket, a table with a plant, and a door with a window.
A wooden interior with a wooden table displaying a variety of snacks and a decorative metal stand.
A wooden interior with a fireplace, a mounted television, and a brick-patterned floor.
A kitchen with wooden walls, a central island, a refrigerator, a microwave, and a sink.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Highlights

  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Crooked Lake
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Air-conditioning
  • Washing machine
  • Internet
  • Onsite parking available
  • Non-smoking

Explore the area

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Alanson, MI
  • Place, Crooked Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, beach near Walter Dow Park
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, beach near Windjammer Marina
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Queen Beds

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Island view Crooked Lake cottage, 170' frontage, best views!

Island View Point is a classic "Up North" lakefront cottage on Crooked Lake, welcoming families and travelers since the 1940s. With over 80 years of history, this charming retreat blends nostalgic character with modern comfort.

The Setting
Enjoy 170 feet of pristine Crooked Lake frontage with sweeping views of the conservancy side of Oden Island and easy access to the popular Crooked Lake Sandbar. The shoreline features a rare sandy bottom, crystal-clear water, and minimal lake weeds — ideal for swimming all summer long.

The Experience
Slow down and soak it in. Start your morning with coffee at sunrise while loons call across the water, then paddle a canoe or kayak around Oden Island to explore the natural surroundings. The area's rich history comes alive here — imagine vintage wooden boats cruising the narrows, kids fishing off the dock, and ski days at Nub's Nob or Boyne Highlands. When you're ready to venture out, Harbor Springs and Petoskey offer world-class dining, golf, shopping, and the chance to hunt for the iconic Petoskey Stone.

The Cottage
Island View Point sleeps comfortably with 4 bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms, in-unit laundry, and a spacious deck perfect for entertaining. Recent updates include a full conversion to natural gas (2025), new roofs on all structures (2025), a high-efficiency combination boiler, and an instant hot water system — modern convenience without sacrificing the cottage's timeless appeal.

The Location
Situated on a quiet street with friendly neighbors, the property is conveniently close to Harbor Springs, Petoskey, and Pellston Regional Airport — making it an easy destination for skiing, dining, shopping, or travel.
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds
Remove personal items and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Please do not place any chairs close to the fire pit. We want everyone to be safe, especially children.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 5209467vb
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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

Alanson

Alanson is home to this cottage. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Petoskey State Park, while Little Traverse History Museum and Andrew J. Blackbird Museum are cultural highlights. Cheboiganing Preserve and Great Lakes Center for the Arts are also worth visiting.
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Alanson, MI

What's nearby

  • Crooked Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • beach near Walter Dow Park - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • beach near Windjammer Marina - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Odawa Casino - 20 min drive - 20.3 km
  • Boyne Mountain - 34 min drive - 47.6 km

Getting around

  • Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Culver's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell/KFC - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Petoskey Brewing - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Ron’s Bar & Backyard - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Island view Crooked Lake cottage, 170' frontage, best views! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Island view Crooked Lake cottage, 170' frontage, best views!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Island view Crooked Lake cottage, 170' frontage, best views!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Island view Crooked Lake cottage, 170' frontage, best views!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Island view Crooked Lake cottage, 170' frontage, best views! located?

Situated in Alanson, this cottage is steps from Crooked Lake and 2.2 mi (3.5 km) from Oden State Fish Hatchery Visitor Center. Round Lake and Crooked Vine Vineyard and Winery are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

8.0

Very good

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 4 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

8.6/10

Location

7.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a fantastic time at Dan’s house. Cottage is very close to both Petoskey and Harbor Springs and lots of other nearby amenities. There is a bike path at the end of the street and a grocery store/coffee shop close by. Lake has a hard sandy bottom and we caught fish right off the dock. Cottage is comfortable and clean with vintage/antique furniture. We appreciated high quality knives in the kitchen as I find most rentals have terrible knives! Easy check in process with excellent communication from host.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay-right on the lake, with a sandbar and pontoon rental nearby. There is a great path for non-motorized activity across 31 (just be careful crossing 31 as it can be busy). The house is cozy and has character. There are four spaces but not totally separate/private. Dan was responsive and helpful. I also appreciated that he was open to feedback and, as a new host, asked what we might improve for future stays. We had a lot of fun hanging out on the back porch, making meals, and making fires in the nearby fire pit.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
The property listing, including pictures, in our opinion, was not accurate. The property has been neglected for many years. We are attaching actual pictures from the property. I wish we could add more! The property was very pungent with the stench of mold and mildew. I contacted the owner and he offered to send out a cleaning crew. These issues would not be resolved by a standard cleaning. There was what appeared to be mold throughout the property, the furniture was filthy, the floors were sticky, the doors and windows were filthy and many of the windows did not have screens so we couldn’t open them. There wasn’t a shower curtain in the upstairs bathroom and the tubs were dirty. The deck is rotting with protruding nails (my husband cut his foot on a nail and the owner said, “I hope he’s ok.” ). We should have left upon arrival, but it was the only time all of my kids were able to go on vacation. We were unable to find an alternate accommodation. I have never stayed in a property in such disrepair and will never do it again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Aug 2026
Thank you for your feedback. We are sorry that the property did not meet your expectations. We do want to clarify a few points for future guests. The photos in our listing were taken within the past year and accurately depict the property. The home was also professionally cleaned multiple times during the 2 weeks immediately preceding this stay, and we had not received similar reports regarding the odor described in this review. When these concerns were brought to our attention, we responded promptly and offered to have a cleaning crew return to the property during the stay. The guest understandably preferred not to have cleaners interrupt their family vacation, so that offer was declined. We take concerns regarding the condition and safety of the property seriously and have reviewed the items raised with the appropriate service providers. We recognize that every guest may have a different experience and different expectations, and we regret that this property was not a good fit for this guest and her family. We recently purchased the property and chose to honor all existing reservations made prior to our ownership. As the new owners, we are committed to maintaining and improving the property and to providing our guests with an enjoyable stay.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A beautiful stay on Crooked Lake. Dan just acquired the property so a couple things need to be fixed or replaced but Dan was excellent in communicating. The beds are comfortable and the house was very clean. Would definitely stay here again
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026

About the host

Hosted by Dan Papajcik

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I have hosted and used many VRBOs over the last 15 years. It's great sharing our home with others.

Why they chose this property

Crooked Lake is a pristine part of northern Michigan and tons of fun to spend time with family and friends.

What makes this property unique

We have excellent views on the lake looking out at Oden Island. Sand bar just off the water's edge.

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