Get ready to experience the comforts of home in our remarkable short-term rental! This beautiful house offers three inviting bedrooms, perfect for a peaceful night's rest after a day of adventures in scenic Northern Michigan. The spacious bathroom is thoughtfully equipped to meet all your needs, and the well-stocked kitchen makes cooking delightful meals for your loved ones a breeze.
But wait, there's more! Our rental includes a generous basement with two additional beds, ideal for accommodating larger groups or families. The basement also houses entertaining games like air hockey, a pool table, and an arcade cabinet with 300 classic games, along with extra living space for your enjoyment. For your convenience, a washer and dryer are available in the basement.
Our outdoor area is a haven for relaxation and creating cherished memories with your dear ones, complete with a propane grill and a cozy fire pit.
Inside, you'll discover three comfortable and tastefully decorated bedrooms: a king bed in bedroom 1, a queen bed in bedroom 2, and a full bed in bedroom 3. But there's more to explore - our spacious basement boasts two full beds, perfect for accommodating larger groups or families. Check out our photos to see for yourself!
To make your stay hassle-free, we provide a starter pack of essential items, regardless of your stay's duration. Here's what you'll find in the home:
- Toilet paper - Paper towels - Dish soap - Garbage bags (1 per day) - Hotel-sized shampoo and bar soap - Kitchen essentials (pots, pans, utensils, dinnerware, cups/mugs/wine glasses, toaster, Keurig, salt, and pepper). We also include a limited supply of coffee pods to get you started. - Bath towels (Please note: beach towels are not provided) - Linens and extra pillows - Extra blankets
We understand that you may have your own specific needs and preferences, so we've compiled a list of items you might want to bring or purchase during your stay. Please note that for health and sanitary reasons, we do not provide cooking spices or condiments. Here's what you'll need to supply:
- Personal toiletries - Personal electronics chargers - Laundry pods/detergent - Groceries/Condiments/spices/coffee pods - Beach towels - Local firewood (please refrain from bringing wood from outside the area)
We consider pets to be part of the family, which is why we happily welcome up to two dogs in our rental! There is a non-refundable pet fee of $100, a small price to pay to have your furry companions with you during your vacation.
To ensure the comfort of all guests, we kindly request that you clean up after your pets in the yard before checking out. Failure to do so will result in an additional charge of $50.
Don't wait! Book your stay today and relish an unforgettable Northern Michigan vacation with your entire family, including your cherished pets!
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Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks 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.
Important information
You need to know
Property # 2977421vb
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
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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 and a deadlock
About the area
Alanson
Located in Alanson, this holiday home is in the city centre and on a lake. Lake Michigan and Petoskey State Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Cheboiganing Preserve and Big Bear Adventures. Travelling with kids? Consider Chillermania! and Great Lakes Center for the Arts. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and power boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and mountain biking.
Crooked Vine Vineyard and Winery - 4 min drive - 3.3 km
Oden State Fish Hatchery Visitor Center - 5 min drive - 5.9 km
Pickerel Lake - 6 min drive - 5.1 km
Getting around
Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional) - 15 min drive
Restaurants
Piper's Mighty Good Pizza - 10 min drive
Nubs Pub - 17 min drive
Brutus Camp Deli - 5 min drive
Dutch Oven Yarn Shop - 3 min walk
Northwood Restaurant - 3 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Northern Michigan Vacation Getaway pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.
How much does it cost to stay at Northern Michigan Vacation Getaway?
As of 9 May, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Northern Michigan Vacation Getaway on 20 Sept, 2026 start from S$410, 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 Northern Michigan Vacation Getaway?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Northern Michigan Vacation Getaway?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Northern Michigan Vacation Getaway?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Northern Michigan Vacation Getaway located?
This family-friendly Alanson holiday home is located on a lake, within 2 mi (3 km) of Crooked Lake and Crooked Vine Vineyard and Winery. Pickerel Lake is 3 mi (4.8 km) away.
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Great location for our cousin ski weekend! The kids loved the basement and having their own hang out space. We are already talking about booking again for the fall.
Excellent property, very clean and spacious, and very close to downtown Alanson and neighboring towns. The hosts were very kind and communicative. We plan to stay here again in the future!
We book a different location every year for our family vacation. This home exceeded our expectations and was close to every place we wanted to travel/visit. If we ever chose Michigan for our vacation again, we would chose to stay here again! Great for a family to stay with tons of activities.
House was exactly as listed, central location and easy to get to both Mackinaw City and Petoskey. Enjoyed our stay and good setup for multiple family units.
This is an amazing property in a great town. Walking distance to boutique stores along with a bakery and restaurants. The game room basement had us researching for our own arcade system by the end of the stay.
Our family enjoyed such a wonderful stay! Everything in the house was just as described and was so welcoming and comfortable for all. The kids loved the lower level and had so much fun! The kitchen was very well equipped and easily served our whole crew. The house is close to many fun things in Alanson - different family members loved walking down to the bakery each morning! So close to Petoskey, Harbor Springs and Lake, Michigan - So much to do! We highly recommend!
Clean, updated and comfortable! We really enjoyed our stay! Had everything we needed to feel at home and comfortable! Definitely would recommend - good location too. We were able to enjoy the up north area while staying in Alanson!
Anne P.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Oct, 2022
Thank you so much for staying with us and we hope you will come back again!
The place is very nice! The carpet was a little sandy, but overall the place was pretty clean. My family enjoyed the time we spent there. A possible improvement recommendation would be to add a second bathroom.
We love this place. Second trip this winter. Great location (close to Highlands and Nub’s) with all the amenities. Huge finished basement - great for sleeping and hanging out. 3 comfortable bedrooms on the main level - open kitchen for dining and relaxing.
The house is super clean and the location made it easy for day trips to Mackinaw, Wolverine, and Black Lake.
The large TV's and the pool table were very nice.
The gas grill made cooking easy and everything worked well.
David F.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Jul, 2023
Thank you for your fantastic review of our VRBO! We're delighted that you found the house clean and well-maintained, and that the location was convenient for your day trips. The large TVs, pool table, and gas grill added to your enjoyment, and we're glad everything worked well during your stay. We appreciate your kind words and look forward to welcoming you back for future stays!
Amazing place to stay, perfect for a quick weekend trip with friends! Within driving distance to do day trips to Mackinaw, the UP, etc. Everything was just as advertised and the host was very friendly and quick to communicate. Definitely recommend!
Savana H.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Sept, 2023
Thank you so much for the kind review and you and your group are welcome back anytime!!
We stayed at this property to visit family for a long weekend in November. The house was clean, cozy and had all the amenities for a fun weekend getaway. The kids loved the basement! We hope to return in the summer. Thanks!
Jen H.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Nov, 2023
Jen was a pleasure to host and we would love to have her back anytime in the future.
My family and I stayed the week in preparation for our oldest daughter’s wedding. Love the area and proximity to so many places.
Very clean home and tucked away in a quiet corner within walking distance of downtown Alanson. Downstairs game room was a bonus between running around.
We had a great stay in Alanson. Great location to walk anywhere in Alanson and short drive to Petoskey, Mackinaw, Indian River and Harbor Springs. House was extremely clean and perfect size for our family and grandkids. Perfect amount of rooms and fun game room downstairs for our grandson. Overall it was a great long weekend. Thank you Jason and Marie.
Tim S.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
About the host
Hosted by Jason and Marie Maltese
Thank you for considering our vacation rental for your Northern Michigan adventure. My wife and I have been blessed with five amazing children, and we are looking to help families have fantastic fun and experiences in Northern Michigan. Please reach out if you have any questions, and we look forward to hosting you this season.
Why they chose this property
We designed this house with families in mind that are looking to have a complete Northern Michigan experience. We offer 3 bedrooms, 5 beds and a Game Room for all ages which includes, POOL, Air Hockey, Arcade Games, Board Games, and More. Our home is centrally located in a perfect spot in Northern Michigan. Fifteen minutes or less to so many Northern Michigan destinations. Less than 5 minutes from some of Northern Michigan premier inland Lakes and only 10 minutes from Lake Michigan. In the wintertime, we are located 15 minutes from Nubs and Boyne Highlands which offer some of the best skiing in Northern Michigan. If you love to snowmobile, Alanson is centrally located and has many trails that connect all over Northern Michigan.
What makes this property unique
This home is only blocks away from the downtown Alanson district but it’s very quiet and relaxing for the perfect get away. Private but still close enough to all the things you want to be apart of during your vacation to Northern Michigan. Large lot for outside activities including a fire pit for all seasons.
Languages:
English
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests