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Comfortable 3 Bedroom Cottage in charming Elk Rapids

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A residential area with houses, a garage, and a tree with autumn leaves.
A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a stainless steel refrigerator, a round dining table, and two chairs.
A living room with a television, sofa, coffee table, and windows with a view of trees.
A residential area with a clear driveway, a small shed, and autumn-colored trees.
A large body of water with a small island featuring dense foliage.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Elk Lake
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Elk Rapids, MI
  • Place, Elk Lake
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Torch Lake
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Traverse City Beach
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • Airport, Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

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

Bathroom 2

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

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Comfortable 3 Bedroom Cottage in charming Elk Rapids

Torch Lake. Elk Lake. Kewadin Beach. And a fenced backyard with a fire pit waiting for you at the end of the day. This 3-bedroom home near Elk Rapids gives you some of Northern Michigan's most beautiful water at your doorstep — with public lake access across the street, Kewadin Beach a half mile away, and the Torch Lake sandbar just 10 minutes out.

KEY FEATURES
- 3 Bed / 2 Bath Lake House
- Public lake access directly across the street
- 1/2 mile to Kewadin Beach
- 10 min to Torch Lake Sandbar
- Fully equipped kitchen
- High speed WiFi + washer/dryer
- Convenient Location:
Public Lake Access — across the street
Kewadin Beach — 1/2 mile
Torch Lake Sandbar — 10 min
Downtown Elk Rapids — 8 min
Short's Brewing (Bellaire) — 30 min
Traverse City — 30 min

LIVING AREA
- Open layout with natural light
- Smart TV with streaming platforms

BEDROOMS
- Bedroom 1: Queen bed
- Bedroom 2: Queen bed
- Bedroom 3: Queen bed + smart TV

BATHROOMS
- Bathroom 1: Full — shampoo, conditioner, body wash + linens provided
- Bathroom 2: Full

KITCHEN & DINING
- Fully equipped kitchen — cooking essentials provided
- Coffee bar + seating for 6

OUTDOOR
- Propane grill + fire pit area
- Cornhole + fenced backyard
- Lake views from the front

The Torch Lake corridor is some of the most gorgeous lake country in the country — crystal clear turquoise water, sandbars, and that classic Up North summer feel. The Torch Lake sandbar is a summer institution, just 10 minutes away. Elk Rapids is a charming small town with a walkable downtown, marina, and waterfront dining. Traverse City and Short's in Bellaire are both 30 minutes.

A quiet, scenic, genuinely Up North setting — great for families or a group of friends ready for a summer week on the water.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
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

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 1 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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Property # 5165021vb
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

Elk Rapids

Located in Elk Rapids, this cottage is near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Torch Lake. Guntzviller's Spirit of the Woods Museum and Music House Museum are also worth visiting. With jet skiing, kayaking and waterskiing nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
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Elk Rapids, MI

What's nearby

  • Elk Lake - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Torch Lake - 6 min drive - 6.2 km
  • Torch Lake Park - 16 min drive - 22.4 km
  • Traverse City Beach - 23 min drive - 32.7 km
  • Boyne Mountain - 58 min drive - 78.7 km

Getting around

  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Johnny's Torch Riviera - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Pearl's New Orleans Kitchen - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Oasis Tavern - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪The Dockside - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪The Dam Shop - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Comfortable 3 Bedroom Cottage in charming Elk Rapids pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

How much does it cost to stay at Comfortable 3 Bedroom Cottage in charming Elk Rapids?

As of 26 Jul, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Comfortable 3 Bedroom Cottage in charming Elk Rapids on 1 Nov, 2026 start from S$769, 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 Comfortable 3 Bedroom Cottage in charming Elk Rapids?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Comfortable 3 Bedroom Cottage in charming Elk Rapids?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Comfortable 3 Bedroom Cottage in charming Elk Rapids?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Comfortable 3 Bedroom Cottage in charming Elk Rapids located?

Situated near the beach, this cottage is steps from Elk Lake and 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from Lake Michigan. Grand Traverse Bay and Elk Rapids Golf Club are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved our stay, house was perfect for our family, thanks!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026

About the host

Hosted by Brendan McNeal

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Hi! We're James and Shelly Quatrine. We're travelers and outdoor enthusiasts, and we're excited to share our cottage with you. We spend a fair amount of time here, so we hope that if we make it cool and comfortable for us, you'll love it too.

Why they chose this property

Location, location, location. Access to Elk Lake (which connects to Torch Lake and the rest of the Antrim Chain-of-Lakes. It's just outside of beautiful Elk Rapids, and close to golf, a casino, skiing, Lake Michigan, Traverse City, and Charlevoix, all in a quiet neighborhood filled with nice people.

What makes this property unique

It is clean and cozy, and we're always making improvements to make it better. (Did I mention the location?)
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