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Equestrian Charm near Torch Lake: Two homes in one!

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An aerial view of a beach with people swimming and sunbathing, surrounded by greenery.
A house with a wooden deck and a covered porch.
A large, single-story house with a wooden porch and a covered front porch area.
A dining table set with plates, bowls, cutlery, and a vase with yellow flowers.
A lakeside property with a tennis court, beach, and boats.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Room to spread out
    Enjoy spacious layout that give everyone more room to relax.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Elk Lake
4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Kitchenette
  • Toys
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Rapid City, MI
  • Place, Elk Lake
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Torch Lake
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Boyne Mountain
    ‪56 min drive‬
  • Airport, Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪36 min drive‬

Where you'll sleep

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Double Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom - Basement

1 King Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

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

Bathroom 2

Soap · Toilet

Bathroom 3

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

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Number of living rooms
Outdoor play area
Dining area

About this property

Equestrian Charm near Torch Lake: Two homes in one!

Fully remodeled home located less than a mile from Torch lakes and eleven miles from downtown Elk Rapids, MI. You'll find two living spaces connected by a convenient staircase leading to a shared laundry room. The first area includes the main level and second story, while the second area features the cozy English basement. Both areas have fully equipped kitchens, ensuring you have all the amenities you need. Enjoy the privacy and independence of the main level and the English basement offers making both areas the ideal retreat for your friends, family, or grandparents.
Our house sits on a six-acre land, surrounded by a variety of fruit trees, ensuring both privacy and easy access to all the exciting activities that northern Michigan has in store. You are sure to find something fun to do with nature, restaurants, and entertainment options! Book today! NEW siding as of 2024

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 3 total)
Damages or breakages must be reported immediately
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
We strive to keep our cleaning fees reasonable and fair for all guests. If you’re traveling with pets—especially those that shed. Please remove as much pet hair as possible
Let us know if there are any pet-related accidents. Please keep pets off the furniture or use covers if needed.
Your cooperation helps us maintain a clean and welcoming space for everyone. Thank you so much! 💛
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
No extra guests (including RV)
Eating and drinking only in dining table and kitchen, no shoes inside the house
Damage and breakages must be reported immediately. Garage is not included.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3247242vb
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
Long-term renters welcome
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 first aid kit
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

Rapid City

Rapid City is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Torch Lake and Lake Michigan. Guntzviller's Spirit of the Woods Museum and Music House Museum are also worth visiting. Take in the nearby slopes with snowboarding, or try out other outdoor activities such as sledging and snowmobiling.
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Rapid City, MI

What's nearby

  • Elk Lake - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Torch Lake - 5 min drive - 9.0 km
  • Traverse City Beach - 29 min drive - 41.4 km
  • Front Street - 34 min drive - 46.8 km
  • Boyne Mountain - 56 min drive - 87.6 km

Getting around

  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Johnny's Torch Riviera - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Oasis Tavern - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Pearl's New Orleans Kitchen - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Dam Shop - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Riverwalk Grill and Taproom - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Equestrian Charm near Torch Lake: Two homes in one! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 3 total).

How much is parking at Equestrian Charm near Torch Lake: Two homes in one!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Equestrian Charm near Torch Lake: Two homes in one!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Equestrian Charm near Torch Lake: Two homes in one!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Equestrian Charm near Torch Lake: Two homes in one! located?

Situated in Rapid City, this holiday home is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Elk Lake and 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from Torch Lake. Torch River and Lake Skegemog are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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. 16 out of 17 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 17 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 17 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property! Loved the location.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great stay and the house was as described. Everything was tidy and organized, and there was plenty of space to hang out in. My dogs also enjoyed having the large yard to run around. The location was perfect for us - private and quiet but only a short drive to explore the surrounding lakes. This was our third time visiting the area and this house has definitely been our favorite!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful house and location. Very clean inside and out. We spent 2 weeks here and loved it. Very peaceful and relaxing.
Stayed 13 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay
Stayed 30 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property and house are exquisitely presented. It is one of the rare few that are even better in person. Absolutely the cleanest with all 3 levels well stocked. Definitely a “ just bring your toothbrush” 5 star accommodations place & feel. The covered front porch is a stunning extra. THE STARS…WOWSERS! We enjoyed many meals, family time, book reading and lots of deer visits from the porch. The kids could run & run & play and you can see forever. Truly a gem in a country setting but just a short trip to many towns (Elk Rapids, Rapid City, Alden, Bellaire, Central Lake, Charlevoix, Traverse City, Suttons Bay to name a few) & minutes to Torch Lake & Lake Bellaire. By the way, we were able to see deer on the front & back property, especially under the apple tree in back. Inside the open floor plan made cooking, dinners, game nights, rock painting and relaxing enjoyable for all to gather together and the big covered front porch flows right into the whole space. With 3 levels of sleeping quarters and bathrooms, there was also ample quiet, relaxing space for our 3 generations to all stay together. With a very large firepit & hammock on the back property and a smaller fireplace & hammock near the front property there is space & something for everyone. Also for the night owls (ME), there is a TV in every room with more channels than I would ever know what to do with. For the outdoorsy peeps, there are many hills & hiking trails in and near the area. Again, THE STARS!! WOW!!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Private location, close to downtown elk rapids
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Sept, 2025
Thank you for staying at our home! Our property sits on 6 acres, giving it a private and peaceful feel while still being 1 mile from Torch Lake and 11 miles from Elk Rapids.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect peaceful retreat

Great location and very comfortable
Stayed 12 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful spot!

Everyone loved their stay!
Stayed 13 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect, relaxing retreat

Very clean, spacious and close to everything fun!
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Best Trip

We loved our stay and would highly recommend if traveling with kids and dogs Plenty and of room and a beautiful place
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Between Torch and Elk Lakes

Wonderful stay for 2 & a half weeks with family. Enjoyed the yard tremendously and the patio!
Stayed 19 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our family loved this property! The top floor is very rustic, the main floor pretty traditional and the basement apartment was the most modern so there was something for everyone. The location was ideal being just a few minutes from both Elk and Torch Lakes. We also made day trips to Leland, Sleeping Bear Dunes and Lake Michigan. The host was very responsive and helpful!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing Stay

The place was clean and spacious which was greatly appreciated. The overall location was pretty secluded in the way you were able to star gaze. Cooking materials were included which eased our stay. Overall, amazing if what youre looking for is to have fun and relax.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I want to thank Shaiska for our stay at the Equestrian Charm Vrbo home. My family and I had a fabulous time. The property and the house offered everything that we were looking for - privacy, roomy, beautiful surroundings, cleanliness and all the comforts of home.Shaiska supplied us with everything that we needed from air-fryer to places of interests, and the corn hole game. We were all delighted with the house and the grandkids LOVED the hammock! We would definitely recommend this home to anyone who is looking for that special piece of paradise. We can't thank you enough for making our vacation a time to remember.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a great place to stay! This is the ideal place for people who want a quiet and peaceful house to retreat to in Northern Michigan.Key benefits of this rental:• Clean and bug free, even in the lower level (with the exception of the unavoidable gnats).• Polite and responsive host.• Very spacious yard.• Dog friendly!! We brought our dog and she loved it!• Plenty of room for several cars.• Great location for those who want to be reasonably close to the lakes and the towns.• Neighbors have horses that you can see from the house if you appreciate seeing animals (we did).• Perfect for those traveling who want a bit more privacy from their travel companions. The basement has a couch, TV, kitchen, table, full bathroom, and large bedroom.I would recommend this rental and I would absolutely stay here again!
Stayed 12 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Vacation in Rapid City (near Elk Rapids)

Our family had a great vacation! The house was well designed to accommodate our group, 4 adults and 2 children. It was very clean and tastefully decorated. It had everything we needed. The property is beautiful and peaceful. Our boys had a great time playing sports and games on the expansive property! The hammock and fire pits were an added bonus. The location is 15 minutes from downtown Elk Rapids and the wonderful Elk Rapids sandbar which our whole family really enjoyed! Of all the VRBO properties that we have stayed in over the years, Shaiska is the kindest and most responsive host we’ve encountered. It was a pleasure to stay and we hope to return in the future!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Jul, 2024
Thank you so much for your feedback. It was a pleasure to have you and your family. Thank you for leaving the home impeccable. It was such a delight to have guests like you. I hope to have you back soon! :)
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Loved our stay!

Thank you Shaiska for a wonderful stay in your beautiful home! I would highly recommend staying here if you are looking for a quiet place that feels like you are in the middle of the woods, but is less than a 15-minute drive to launch your boat on Torch Lake. The house exceeded our expectations, with a separate space upstairs for the kids and a main floor bedroom for the parents. The newly built front deck added an extra living space where we enjoyed meals and gathered often. The house had everything we needed for a comfortable stay and was fully stocked with pots, pans, linens, utensils and extra bedding. You could tell special care was taken in decorating the property, the house was very clean, and everyone felt safe. Thank you again and we look forward to returning.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Shaiska Malca

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Hola! I am Shaiska. I am a licensed real estate commercial broker, former lawyer and have over 15 years of experience in Real Estate and Land Development. I am a twin mom and dog mom to a cute westie named Dexter. I am also married to a Michigander.  También hablo Español. Our family enjoy boating, outdoors activities, and visiting new places in Northen Michigan. Connect with me on social media @ shaiskam

Why they chose this property

This property sits on a 6-acre lot that provides privacy without compromising the proximity to all of the activities that northern Michigan has to offer. Fully remodeled home that is located less than a mile from Torch lakes and eleven miles from downtown Elk Rapids, MI. The layout and location of this property is perfect for Northern Michigan Memories

What makes this property unique

Spacious and Private
0.8 Mile from Torch Lake
Located in the heart of Chain of Lakes
Comfortable /Walker accessible

Languages:

English, Spanish

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