This cottage offers space for 5 guests with 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom. It features a separate living room and provides access to a deck and patio. Enjoy lake views while engaging in water sports, hiking, or biking nearby. The property is located near Lake Skegemog and Elk Lake, with tennis and pickleball courts available.
Highlights
Pickleball on-site
A rare find — enjoy pickleball without leaving the property.
Discover nearby landmarks
Walk to Lake Skegemog
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5
Popular amenities
Onsite parking available
Kitchen
Washing machine
Air-conditioning
Barbecue grill
Deck or patio
Explore the area
Williamsburg, MI
Lake Skegemog
Place, Lake Skegemog
1 min walk
Turtle Creek Casino
Place, Turtle Creek Casino
11 min drive
Torch Lake
Place, Torch Lake
17 min drive
Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
Airport, Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
26 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed
Living Room 1
1 Double Futon
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Bathtub or shower
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Number of living rooms
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Traverse City Private Waterfront, Dock & Boat Hoist on Elk-Skegemog-Torch-Chain
Pine Knot is a peaceful, well-appointed lakefront cottage located on pristine and scenic Lake Skegemog. The lake has 7 miles of wild shoreline and over 3,300 acres of adjacent Land Conservancy property.
It is 5 min. from the Great Lakes Equestrian Festival, 20 min. from Traverse City, and 15 min. from Elk Rapids.
Pine Knot sleeps 5 (queen, bunk with double on the bottom and twin on top), and futon.
AMENITIES INCLUDE! Dock with boat hoist DNR boat ramp a block down the street Ample parking Abundant wildlife Well equipped kitchen Washer/dryer Dishwasher/microwave Air conditioning 2 Smart LED Roku TVs. (livingroom and bedroom 1) High Speed Internet Ground level entry Patio with picnic table, table and chairs, Weber gas and charcoal grills Free standing fire pit Linens included
Pine Knot is the perfect retreat, where you can take advantage of all that the Grand Traverse Area offers or just recline by the shore.
The crystal clear waters of Lake Skegemog are excellent for boating and fishing with direct access into Elk Lake and up Torch River to Torch Lake. It is on the Elk - Skegemog - Torch - Clam - Bellaire Chain of Lakes - covering over 60 square miles of uninterrupted waterway.
At Pine Knot, you'll have a private beach, dock, and boat hoist that will accommodate a 3600#, 8ft. wide boat. Bringing a boat is made easier with the circular driveway, spacious yard, and DNR launch just down the road. Skegemog is well known for Smallmouth Bass, Northern Pike, and Muskie. The colder waters of Elk and Torch Lakes hold Atlantic Salmon, Lake Trout, Rainbow Trout, and Whitefish.
Pine knot is a comfortable cottage, conveniently located, and on a truly spectacular lake. Many people have made special memories here, and you can as well.
Keywords: Williamsburg, MI, Great Lakes Equestrian Festival, Traverse City, Elk Rapids, Aldon, Turtle Creek Casino, Torch Lake, Elk Lake, Elk-Skegemog-Torch-Clam- Bellaire Chain of Lakes, fishing, Grand Traverse East and West Bays, boating, swimming, kayaking, paddle boarding, golfing, biking, hiking, The Skegemog Pathway and Vasa Trail, Cherry Festival, Harbor Days, The Quiet Area, Skegemog Nature Conservancy, Sleeping Bear Dunes, Mackinac Island, wineries, dining, art galleries, shopping, Grass River Natural Area, Boardman River
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The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Use of the water, dock, boat hoist and fire pit is at your own risk.
If you are bringing a boat, check with Jan to see if the hoist will accommodate it.
Pine Knot is rented by the week in summer, Saturday to Saturday, and for no less than 3 nights during the spring and fall.
Important information
You need to know
Property # 121798vb
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
About the area
Williamsburg
Located in Williamsburg, this cottage is in a rural area and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Torch Lake and Traverse City Beach. Music House Museum and Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf are also worth visiting. 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 horse riding nearby.
Grand Traverse Resort Golf Course - 17 min drive - 18.3 km
Torch Lake - 17 min drive - 20.0 km
Traverse City Beach - 20 min drive - 23.7 km
Getting around
Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 23 min drive
Restaurants
Season's Buffet - 9 min drive
Johnny's Torch Riviera - 18 min drive
Coyote Joe's Bar & Grill - 7 min drive
Blue Water Bistro & Pizzeria - Torch Lake Pizza - 15 min drive
Torch River Shack - 17 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Traverse City Private Waterfront, Dock & Boat Hoist on Elk-Skegemog-Torch-Chain pet-friendly?
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
How much is parking at Traverse City Private Waterfront, Dock & Boat Hoist on Elk-Skegemog-Torch-Chain?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Traverse City Private Waterfront, Dock & Boat Hoist on Elk-Skegemog-Torch-Chain?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Traverse City Private Waterfront, Dock & Boat Hoist on Elk-Skegemog-Torch-Chain?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Traverse City Private Waterfront, Dock & Boat Hoist on Elk-Skegemog-Torch-Chain located?
Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is steps from Lake Skegemog and within 6 mi (10 km) of Haynes Lake and Elk Lake. Turtle Creek Casino and Root Lake are also within 6 miles (10 km).
About the host
Hosted by Karyl and Jan Mangus
Please call or text (231) 883-9093 or email kjmangus@ with your questions.