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Stunning Torch Lake! This cottage has nearly 200 feet of soft sandy beach
Yes, it REALLY is this beautiful!
Welcome to “Clamelot”! Cottage & beach are on Torch Lake. (Google has is wrong)
Huge side yard - perfect for lawn sports
Wrap around porch has more chairs for your group to enjoy

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Bellaire, MI
  • Place, Torch Lake
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Clam River
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Clam Lake
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪43 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

1st Floor Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed, 2 Single Beds and 1 Single Murphy Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

ON TORCH LAKE - SUNSETS - LG SANDY BEACH & YARD - PERFECT FOR FAMILIES! BOOK AUG

Go back in time to the simple life... when family vacations meant quality time together making memories to last a lifetime!

Beach: Amazingly beautiful, nearly 190 ft. private sand beach, directly on Torch Lake! If you have a boat, there is a mooring buoy available at the cottage for your use plus an area for your boat trailer. Butch's Tackle & Marine is close by and has a boat ramp ready. Walk to Dockside & boat rental.

Cottage: Charmingly quaint home, built in 1930. This 1.5 story cottage, with wrap around porch, will be one you will want to reserve year after year!

Property: Directly ON Torch Lake, 190+ ft soft sandy beach with large grass areas perfect for yard sports like volleyball, badminton, croquet, frisbee, wiffleball, cornhole, bocce ball... bring it all along!

LOCATION CLOSE TO BELLAIRE, ALDEN, CLAM RIVER, RENTAL BOATS, JET SKIS, WAKE BOARDING!

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 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
A separate rental agreement needs to be signed and all information requested returned to owner prior to final confirmation. Photo ID required.
House Rules and Check-Out Procedures are located in the rental agreement as Exhibit A & B. Please review.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1276131vb
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Bellaire

Located in Bellaire, this cottage is in a rural area and on the beach. Twisted Fish Gallery and Guntzviller's Spirit of the Woods Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Short's Brewing Company and The Chief Golf Course. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing, snowboarding and skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as snowmobiling.
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Bellaire, MI

What's nearby

  • Torch Lake - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Clam River - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Clam Lake - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Traverse City Beach - 37 min drive - 50.4 km
  • Boyne Mountain - 45 min drive - 72.5 km

Getting around

  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Short's Brewing Company - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪M88 Morning Grind - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Shanty Creek Resorts - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Blue Water Bistro & Pizzeria - Torch Lake Pizza - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is ON TORCH LAKE - SUNSETS - LG SANDY BEACH & YARD - PERFECT FOR FAMILIES! BOOK AUG pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at ON TORCH LAKE - SUNSETS - LG SANDY BEACH & YARD - PERFECT FOR FAMILIES! BOOK AUG?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at ON TORCH LAKE - SUNSETS - LG SANDY BEACH & YARD - PERFECT FOR FAMILIES! BOOK AUG?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at ON TORCH LAKE - SUNSETS - LG SANDY BEACH & YARD - PERFECT FOR FAMILIES! BOOK AUG?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is ON TORCH LAKE - SUNSETS - LG SANDY BEACH & YARD - PERFECT FOR FAMILIES! BOOK AUG located?

Nestled on the beach, this Bellaire cottage is just steps away from Clam River and Torch Lake. Clam Lake is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) away.

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. 33 out of 36 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 36 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 36 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 36 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 36 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

john s.

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

Great location and terrific host

We had a great time with the family, perfect view of the lake, fantastic beach. Tom and Coleen we wonderful and communication was perfect.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Aug, 2024
Oh thank you so much, Sandra! We are so happy you enjoyed Clamelot Cottage… even though the electricity went out for a night while you stayed! Glad you were able to use the flashlights and little lanterns. Please come again someday!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandra F.

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

Great Stay!

Property was located in prime spot on Torch Lake! We were able to moor our boat and enjoy the beachfront. Great weather this week added to an enjoyable time.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tom P.

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

Amazing!!!

Beautiful location! Warm and cozy home! Great place to visit Torch Lake!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Jun, 2023
Thank you, Tom and family - So happy you had beautiful sunsets all week and would like to return! You are always welcome at Clamelot Cottage.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Danielle S.

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

The best!

We had an amazing experience with this rental! The backyard could not be beat! We loved the amazing amount of lake frontage they offered. It felt like you were a true VIP with the huge sandy beach! My kids loved being able to run in and out of the clear, shallow water! The night views around the fire were so beautiful. The cottage was cozy and had everything you would need to make you feel at home. The owners were also very helpful, communicative, and responsive. We would definitely recommend to those looking to have a great stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Jul, 2025
We are thrilled you had such a great time! You are welcome back anytime. Thank you for your kind review!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kayla S.

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

Wonderful stay on Torch Lake!

We loved our stay at this property! We had big plans to explore all that northern MI had to offer, but this home enticed us to stay put and relax for the week. It’s just what we needed. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brendan T.

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

Clamelot at Torch Lake

The property was fantastic and just as described. We had a wonderful week and will remember the trip forever. We highly recommend this property to anyone looking for lakeside rentals on Torch Lake.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Aug, 2022
Excellent! We are so happy for you. Feel free to return and thank you for treating it as your own place. You left it so nice!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

paul o.

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

Serenity

Being at the house was just a great place to just relax enjoy peace and quiet especially early in. Am.. what a great place and a perfect location
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Mar, 2020
Thank you, Paul, for the sweet review! You are welcome with your buddies anytime. Hope to see you again next year. Best Regards, Colleen P.S. The cleaning crew loved your extra tip! Thanks so much
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erik N.

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

Everything we wanted!

The property and amenities where terrific. Very friendly owners and made sure all our needs were met. Beautiful beach with lots of water sports. The updated kitchen was fantastic.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Jun, 2022
So happy you enjoyed the kayaks, canoes and SUP! You have been a joy to meet!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chelsea L.

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

Amazing week!

The beach says it all! This property was absolutely perfect as far as location and the fact we had our own private, huge beach area! Colleen was so attentive and wonderful - thank you!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie W.

Perfect location, beautiful property

This darling, well-equipped cottage hits all the right notes. The location is perfect, and the views are incredible. There is a sandy beach with chairs, hammocks and porch swing to enjoy the lake. The cottage has tons of charm and plenty of room for a large group. I highly recommend!
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Mar, 2020
We were more than happy to have you and your family here. You are welcome back here year after year! Much thanks on a lovely review.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott S.

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

shifty

Beautiful beach
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Aug, 2020
Thank you! Glad you loved the large yard, too. Please come back soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Beautiful - Pure Michigan

Truly an amazing property. Cannot beat the view or the hospitality of the owners - can tell they genuinely care about the property and the guest experience. We were a party of ten including adults and kids from age 7 to 17 and we all had a great time. From the communication about check in/check out procedures to recommendations provided throughout the trip Colleen was a pleasure to deal with. Would highly recommend this property!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Jul, 2024
Jenna and family, We loved having each one of you! Thank you for your kind review… We hope you return someday!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Randy S.

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

Amazing Torch Lake vacation!

Located on the east side of the lake, this beautiful home was everything we hoped for on our vacation to Torch Lake; great beach, lots of space and all the necessities (fire pit/grill/kayaks/laundry/+more) for a wonderful week. Located close to grocery, ice cream and a good choice of restaurants. Sunsets were always amazing! Would definitely book again! Hosts were also wonderful to work with!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Aug, 2020
It is so nice to have guests that really appreciate “Clamelot” on Torch Lake. It was a great choice for a place to get away while keeping socially distance. So happy you had a wonderful time. Please come back again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Allie A.

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

Perfect vacation home!

Stayed here on a family vacation (3 generations). The property was picturesque! Sandy beach, sandy lake bottom, amazing yard to play lawn games. Everyone loved the home, from the young children up to the grandparents! Colleen was amazing to communicate with, and would give us ideas for things in the area. An amazing week we had at Clamelot.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Aug, 2021
Allie, Thank you for the super review! 3 Generations staying are our favorite type of renters... Especially your gang! You are always welcome here at "Clamelot" on Torch Lake. Colleen
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy D.

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

Great Place

Our family really enjoyed this home, along with the nice big yard and back porch, and big strip of beach. The owners attention to detail and communication was superb We rented a tritoon for the week from Dockside, which is about a block away, great people there as well. We would definitely like to come back some day. Thanks to Colleen and Tom for everything.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay W.

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

Amazing

We just got home from our family vacation and it was amazing! Colleen was wonderful to work with. The home had everything you could need and fun toys for my daughter. The beach was beautiful, sandy, and incredibly safe for my 3 year old to play in. We will remember this trip forever!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Jul, 2023
Excellent! Just why we love to share the cottage with others!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lyndsay D.

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

Wonderful Getaway

We had such a lovely time at the cottage even though the weather didn't fully cooperate. The lake views and sunsets are unmatched. We visited Traverse City and Alden which are both a short drive away. Colleen welcomed us with open arms and was always available if we had questions. Such a great week!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charles S.

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

Torch Lake is spectacular

Colleen & Tom were very responsive, very helpful, and very accommodating. Torch Lake is truly a special place. The gradual, sandy beach entry and almost 200 feet of shoreline are the most amazing parts of Clamelot. The cottage is rustic but worked well for our family of five plus grandparents. We had an amazing eight nights at the cottage and wished we had booked it for longer.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Jul, 2020
Charlie, Thank you very much for treating our home like it was your own and for the great review... It is always wonderful to have renters like all of you! We can’t wait to have you again next year! Best Regards, Colleen & Tom
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ilene S.

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

Clamelot Vacay

It was a very nice location on Torch Lake. Only had to walk 44 steps to put my feet in the water. Clean older house. There is a restaurant right next door that we could walk to. That was convention. Good regular food. Good communication with the owner.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Judy P.

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

Family vacation

We thoroughly enjoyed our week on Torch Lake at this amazing property! The beach was absolutely perfect for my young grandsons. The water was crystal clear and went out very gradually. The house was sparkling clean and very comfortable. The newly remodeled kitchen is beautiful and had everything we needed. Working with Colleen was a joy. Highly recommend this property. Can’t wait to go back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Jul, 2021
Thank you very much! Happy you liked the upgrades! We’d love to see you again and will be opening next year’s 2022 calendar in the next few days. Take care
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carl T.

We had the best time in this wonderful place.

The week was perfect! I had planned to venture out to more places around the state but there was not reason to leave Clamalot. Fires by the lake at night and lots of water fun during the day from the best location on the lake. It was an easy run up through Clam lake and green river or to rip down to the sand bar and enjoy the 'scene'. The house was perfect for family and friends to come and go during the week and the covered deck with two big picnic table were host to great dinners while enjoying the view.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Mar, 2020
Thank you so much for a great review. Next time I’d love to taste a bite of any one of those gourmet dinners everyone raved about!
Verified

8/10 Good

Geri G.

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

Torch Lake Family Vacation - wonderful week

The property was very nice and comfortable for our large family. The lake is awesome - so clean and clear - and we had great weather. There were a few stressful issues around the number of visitors we were allowed to host at the house and a concern about filling the septic system. We worked through the issues and had a great time. The owners are very protective of their home and it shows.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Jul, 2023
This was an unusual # of interactions with our guests. We stopped by the cottage; once to drop off their requested dish cloths, once to pick up tools needed from our garage and once to do a needed outside repair, each time receiving prior ok from our guests first. There is no issue with the septic accommodating 10 guests. This was a very nice group who did a wonderful job recycling and took great care of out cottage.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Abigail E.

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

Great stay at Torch

The absolute best part of this property is the amazing beach area- one of the best we have had after years of going to Torch Lake. The beach was long and sandy and the owners had plenty of outdoor toys to use. The size of the beach also made it feel pretty private. We spent as much time as possible outside and really enjoyed the location. I thought Dockside might get loud, but we didn't really even notice it was there. Great for our small children who love building in the sand and splashing in the water.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Nov, 2020
Thank you for your lovely review! It is amazing how private it actually is when located near so many conveniences. Everyone loves the “Clamelot” cottage, beach and yard! Thanks again
Verified

8/10 Good

David H.

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

Great Location on Torch Lake

Clamelot is in an excellent location on Torch Lake and walking distance to the marina. Colleen and Tom (the owners) were very attentive and very easy to communicate with. Clanelot has a nice beach and a good supply of canoes, kayaks, and stand up paddle boards. The house itself is a bit dated and in need of a little TLC. The upstairs bedroom arrange is not traditional.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Nov, 2020
Thank you for your review. We took your “dated”comment to heart... We are completely (November 2020) remodeling the kitchen, living room and full bath on 1st floor! We loved it the way it was due to 20 years of renting this cottage before purchasing it. However, it was time to update it to today’s higher standards. Enjoy!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel K.

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

Torch Lake Treasure

Property has about 200 feet of the best frontage on Torch Lake. Sand beach and a sand bottom with a gentle slope into the water, so would be great for young children. Vintage house that has been updated in the right way. Colleen and Tom are probably the best hosts you will ever find for a property. We had a great stay! The only negative is that all three upstairs bedrooms are connected, so plan for that. The positive is that there are plenty of individual beds, so works well for a large group where sharing beds doesn't work. Also the bedding and towels are high quality. If you can get over the connected bedrooms, you won't find a better property on Torch Lake.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

About the host

Hosted by The Clamelot Company

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Why they chose this property

Go back in time to the simple life... when family vacations meant quality time together making memories to last a lifetime!

Beach: Amazingly beautiful, nearly 180 ft. private sand beach, directly on Torch Lake!

Cottage: Charmingly quaint home, built in 1930. This 1.5 story cottage, with wrap around porch, will be one you will want reserve year after year!

What makes this property unique

Large Private Beach: Amazingly beautiful, nearly 200+ ft. private barefoot sand beach, directly on Torch Lake! Walk out into the turquoise waters 100+ yards. Free kayaks, canoe, float boards, & mooring buoy for your boat.
Property: Large private grass lawn on stunning Torch Lake -
Cottage: Charmingly quaint home. Darling 1.5 story 1930's cottage, with wrap around porch, hammock, Adirondack chairs and porch swing... 4 bedrooms, 2 full baths.

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