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Torch Lake Cottage • Screened-Porch • Walk to Alden • Historic Family Retreat

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Quarto ensolarado com uma grande janela com vista para um corpo de água, mobiliado com sofá, cadeiras e uma mesa.
Vídeo da propriedade
Uma cabana à beira do lago com varanda coberta, área de estar externa e vista para a água.
Área de estar
Quarto com grandes janelas dando para um lago tranquilo, um deck de madeira na parte externa e uma mesa com cadeiras no interior.

Avaliações

9,6 de 10
Extraordinária

Destaques

  • Descubra o seu lado chef
    Esta propriedade conta com boas avaliações pela cozinha completa, perfeita para todas as refeições.
  • Acesso a pé
    Os hóspedes amam a região pelo acesso fácil, a pé.
  • Descubra os pontos de referência nos arredores
    Nos arredores de Lago Torch
4 quartos2 banheirosAcomoda 9 pessoas

Comodidades populares

  • Estacionamento no local disponível
  • Cozinha
  • Lava-roupa
  • Churrasqueira
  • Deque ou pátio
  • Wi-Fi grátis

Explore a região

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Alden, MI
  • Place, Lago Torch
    ‪1 min de caminhada‬
  • Place, Torch Lake Park
    ‪4 min de carro‬
  • Place, Traverse City Beach
    ‪31 min de carro‬
  • Airport, Traverse City, Michigan (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪38 min de carro‬

Quartos e camas

4 quartos (acomoda 9 pessoas)

Quarto 1

1 cama Queen

Quarto 2

2 camas de solteiro

Quarto 3

1 beliche solteiro

Quarto 4

1 futon casal

Quarto 5

1 cama Queen

2 banheiros

Banheiro 1

Sabonete · Toalhas fornecidas · Banheira ou chuveiro · Banheira · Vaso sanitário · Secador de cabelo

Banheiro 2

Sabonete · Toalhas fornecidas · Banheira ou chuveiro · Banheira · Vaso sanitário · Secador de cabelo

Espaços

Deque ou pátio
Varanda ou varanda coberta
Cozinha
Jardim
Espaço para refeições

Sobre esta propriedade

Torch Lake Cottage • Screened-Porch • Walk to Alden • Historic Family Retreat

This is a true Northern Michigan family cottage — built in the early 1900s and cared for by our family for generations. We offer it to a limited number of guests each season who are looking for a peaceful stay on the lake: morning coffee on the porch, long swims, shared meals, and time to settle into the rhythm of the water.

While the cottage retains its historic character, the bathrooms, kitchen, and major systems have been updated over time to ensure comfort for today’s families (one bathroom was redone in 2026). Additional improvements (including refinished wood floors and new pine walls and ceilings in several bedrooms renovated in 2025) — add comfort while preserving the cottage’s original character.

The heart of the cottage is the screened-in porch, open to the lake on three sides. It’s everyone’s favorite place to read, nap, watch Torch's famous “Caribbean blue” bands shift throughout the day, or sip an evening glass of wine as the sunset pours warm light across the water.

Inside, the large, light-filled living room with its stone fireplace is a comfortable gathering place for cooler evenings or rainy days. Bedrooms are cozy and simple, with classic cottage furnishings and antiques.

Outdoors, you’ll find a dock, firepit by the water, lakeside sun deck, and a second patio with grill near the kitchen. Sandy shallows extend out from the shoreline, and a mooring buoy is available for your boat (jet skis are not permitted, out of respect for neighbors and the quiet nature of the area).

The cottage sits among mature trees in a peaceful stretch of privately owned homes, yet the town of Alden — with restaurants, shops, playgrounds, and tennis courts — is just a 15-minute walk away.

This cottage is best suited for
- Families and multi-generation groups
- Guests who appreciate the charm of an older cottage
- Visitors looking for a quiet, residential setting
- Those planning to settle in and enjoy the lake for a full week in summer or a shorter stay in the quieter seasons.

It may not be the right fit if you’re looking for
- A party atmosphere
- A newly built or luxury property
- A high-turnover vacation setting

Because this is a family heirloom, we ask guests to treat the property, the lake, and our neighbors with care.

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Propriedades semelhantes

Praia
Come and enjoy beautiful Torch Lake!
Bellaire
  • Cozinha
  • Lava-roupa
  • Secadora
  • Ar-condicionado
9.2 de 10, Maravilhosa, (14 avaliações)
Come and enjoy beautiful Torch Lake!

Regras da propriedade

Check-in após 16h
Idade mínima para alugar: 30 anos
Check-out até 11h
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Crianças

Aceita hóspedes de 0 a 17 anos
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Eventos

Não permite a realização de eventos
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Animais de estimação

Não aceita animais de estimação
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Política para fumantes

Não é permitido fumar

Instruções para o check-out

A pessoa anfitriã requer que você realize estas tarefas antes do check-out:
Tirar a roupa de cama
Remover itens pessoais, remover restos de comida e bebida e tirar o lixo
Apagar as luzes e trancar as portas
Caso você não cumpra essas instruções, pode receber uma avaliação negativa do anfitrião.
No firearms
No jet skis allowed on the property (out of respect for our neighbors and the peaceful area)
Outside quiet hours: 11 PM – 8 AM

Informações importantes

O que você precisa saber

Propriedade nº 2452978vb
Pessoas extras podem incorrer em taxas adicionais que variam dependendo da política da propriedade.
Documento de identificação oficial com foto e cartão de crédito, cartão de débito ou depósito em dinheiro podem ser exigidos no momento do check-in para despesas extras.
Solicitações especiais estão sujeitas à disponibilidade no momento do check-in e podem incorrer em taxas adicionais. Essas solicitações não estão garantidas.
Festas ou eventos de grupos no local são estritamente proibidos
O anfitrião informou que a propriedade não tem detectores de monóxido de carbono nem aparelhos a gás.
O anfitrião informou que a propriedade tem detector de fumaça.
Os recursos de segurança disponíveis na propriedade incluem extintor de incêndio, kit de primeiros socorros e trava de segurança.
Esta propriedade tem espaços externos, como sacadas, pátios ou terraços, que podem não ser adequados para crianças; se tiver alguma preocupação, recomendamos entrar em contato com a propriedade antes da chegada para confirmar se é possível acomodar você em um quarto adequado

Informações a área

Alden

Com excelente localização em Alden, esta casa de campo fica na zona rural e na orla marítima. Para admirar as belezas naturais, visite Lago Torch e Torch Lake Park. Guntzviller's Spirit of the Woods Museum e Music House Museum também valem a visita. Passeios de caiaque e esqui aquático são ótimas oportunidades para se refrescar, mas você também pode tentar atividades como caminhadas e mountain biking nos arredores.
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Mapa
Alden, MI

Nos arredores

  • Lago Torch - 1 min de caminhada - 0.1 km
  • Torch Lake Park - 4 min de carro - 4.3 km
  • Traverse City Beach - 31 min de carro - 43.6 km
  • Front Street - 36 min de carro - 49.0 km
  • Boyne Mountain - 42 min de carro - 69.7 km

Opções nos arredores

  • Aeroporto Cherry Capital (TVC) - 41 min de carro

Restaurantes

  • ‪Shanty Creek Resorts - ‬15 min de carro
  • ‪Johnny's Torch Riviera - ‬10 min de carro
  • ‪The Shanty - ‬16 min de carro
  • ‪Coffee Bar - ‬16 min de carro
  • ‪Pearl's New Orleans Kitchen - ‬23 min de carro

Perguntas frequentes

Torch Lake Cottage • Screened-Porch • Walk to Alden • Historic Family Retreat é ideal para quem viaja com animais de estimação?

Não, animais de estimação não são permitidos nesta propriedade.

Quanto custa o estacionamento em Torch Lake Cottage • Screened-Porch • Walk to Alden • Historic Family Retreat?

Estacionamento no local disponível na propriedade.

Qual é o horário de check-in em Torch Lake Cottage • Screened-Porch • Walk to Alden • Historic Family Retreat?

Horário de início do check-in: 16h.

Qual é o horário de check-out em Torch Lake Cottage • Screened-Porch • Walk to Alden • Historic Family Retreat?

Horário de check-out: 11h.

Onde fica Torch Lake Cottage • Screened-Porch • Walk to Alden • Historic Family Retreat?

Em Alden, esta casa de campo para golfe fica a 0,1 km de Lago Torch e a 3 km de Torch Lake Park. Thayer lake e Grass River Natural Area também ficam a 10 km.

Avaliações

9,6

Extraordinária

A menos que indicado de outra maneira, as avaliações aparecem em ordem cronológica, estão sujeitas a um processo de moderação e são verificadas.
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Nota 10 - Excelente. 10 de 14 avaliações
Nota 8 - Boa. 4 de 14 avaliações
Nota 6 - Ok. 0 de 14 avaliações
Nota 4 - Insatisfatória. 0 de 14 avaliações
Nota 2 - Terrível. 0 de 14 avaliações

9,2/10

Limpeza

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Comunicação

10/10

Localização

9,8/10

Precisão do anúncio

Avaliações

Verificada

10/10 - Excelente

Christine T.

Pontos positivos: Limpeza, check-in, comunicação, localização e precisão do anúncio
This is one of the best cottages we have stayed at. Everything was just as pictured. We would recommend this to anyone and we will be staying again.
Hospedou-se por 3 diárias em jun. de 2026
Verificada

8/10 - Boa

Nina N.

Pontos positivos: Limpeza, check-in, comunicação, localização e precisão do anúncio

Cute little place with inviting sun porch. Kitchen was well equipped

Owner was very responsive to requests my renters.
Hospedou-se por 4 diárias em jun. de 2022
Verificada

10/10 - Excelente

Micky A.

Pontos positivos: Limpeza, check-in, comunicação, localização e precisão do anúncio

Torch lake-Alden rental

Charming cottage within walking distance of Alden Michigan. The place was VERY clean and the kitchen well stocked with all needed utensils and kitchen items!! Bathrooms VERY clean as well and plenty of sitting areas for guests. We had 2 nights with 11 guests and everyone had a bed and extra bedding was provided! Great dock with ample deck chairs and a mooring buoy which held our 24’ master craft boat all week long!
Hospedou-se por 9 diárias em jun. de 2025
Verificada

8/10 - Boa

janet p.

Pontos positivos: Limpeza, check-in, comunicação, localização e precisão do anúncio

Beautiful views

We enjoyed our stay at this cozy cottage on Torch Lake. The location was perfect as we spent most days on the water. The cottage was well appointed and comfortable. The views were amazing. Communication with owner was quick and friendly. We would return.
Hospedou-se por 7 diárias em jul. de 2023
Verificada

10/10 - Excelente

Carly S.

Pontos positivos: Limpeza, check-in, comunicação, localização e precisão do anúncio
We were booked to stay in this cottage, however due to a maintenance issue, Nan reached out a couple of days before and offered us their other cabin, located right next door. She and her family offered to move so that we could stay there and not be disturbed by the maintenance workers. So while I cannot speak to this cabin, I can say that Nan was an excellent host and her property was clean, well-stocked and lovely. Would happily rent either cabin from her again.
Hospedou-se por 4 diárias em ago. de 2025
Verificada

8/10 - Boa

Marie L.

Pontos positivos: Limpeza, check-in, comunicação, localização e precisão do anúncio

Torch Lake Garden Cottage

Our first VRBO get away with family. Enjoyed the large family room inside and the attached outdoor sunroom where we could enjoy seeing the lake and watch the sunrise and sunset. We enjoyed our stay, however the bedrooms and bathrooms had a few bug webs on lights and in wall corners, so just not quite as clean as I hoped it would be. Owner is very nice to work with.
Hospedou-se por 3 diárias em jun. de 2023
Resposta de VrboOwner em 13 de jun. de 2023
This feedback is much appreciated. We have an excellent cleaner, but in a lake cottage the spiders can return quickly. We are committed to providing our guests with a clean and healthy space and are unwilling to spray chemicals for environmental/health reasons. However, we will be experimenting with frequent applications of various non-toxic spider repellents.
Verificada

10/10 - Excelente

Judi S.

Pontos positivos: Limpeza, check-in, comunicação, localização e precisão do anúncio

Gardner cottage

We enjoyed our week @ TL immensely. The Gardner cottage has a superb location--steps to the beach and a pleasant walk to Alden. We enjoyed good weather for the most part, tho a bit cooler this year. It was just the two of us this time--no problem settling in. You have thought of everything to supply the Gardner Cottage --such a treat to use the French china! Thanks so very much for your graciousness.
Hospedou-se por 7 diárias em jul. de 2023
Verificada

10/10 - Excelente

Amanda S.

Pontos positivos: Limpeza, check-in, comunicação, localização e precisão do anúncio

Windows windows and more windows

Wonderful stay in a Torch Lake cabin that was so much more than anticipated. Hidden away off the main road , every room had lake views from big windows, sitting standing or laying down you could see the lake. spacious rooms bigger than expected The porch was THE place to be. Windows galore, with unobstructed views, and great seating or you could be outside on the water deck lounging in chairs. I had planned to visit lots of local lakes , I did very little because I had all I needed right here . Kayaked or walked to lovely Alden village , total relaxation, with a bonus of nighty sunsets. An extra was that it was not like a property bought just to rent, they obviously stay here and leave everything they need , for guests to use , from books, spices, printers , lots of cookware, kayak and more . Very responsive to my questions about restaurants in the area. I like adventures and don’t usually go to the same place twice ,I would come back to this cabin for sure and already looking at availability for next year. this would be an excellent location for a company retreat renting this home along with the property next door.
Hospedou-se por 7 diárias em ago. de 2023
Verificada

10/10 - Excelente

Jo G.

Pontos positivos: Limpeza, check-in, comunicação, localização e precisão do anúncio

location

Beautiful location with amazing sun sets. The home was well stocked with everything you could possibly need. The property manager was very accommodating and wonderful to work with.
Hospedou-se por 3 diárias em set. de 2022
Verificada

10/10 - Excelente

Todd E.

Pontos positivos: Limpeza, check-in, comunicação, localização e precisão do anúncio

Perfect sunsets, unbelievably close to the water

I have spent summer vacations at Torch my whole life and have never been so close to the lake. The water is great, with the normal rocky shore quickly becoming almost purely sandy swimming area, sloping slowly deeper far beyond the buoy. We saw loons every night at sunset and had wonderful deck and grassy areas to view them while talking. The weather was great while we were there and we were able to keep the windows open most of the time to enjoy the sounds of the lake. While there are neighbors, it was mostly secluded and all interactions were positive. The cabin is well equipped and it was easy for everyone to get in and out and relax. Definitely a great experience! The owners were very responsive and great to work with, without being intrusive. Highly recommend staying with them if you have the chance.
Hospedou-se por 7 diárias em ago. de 2022
Verificada

10/10 - Excelente

Aaron P.

Pontos positivos: Limpeza, check-in, comunicação, localização e precisão do anúncio

Great time

I think everyone in our group really enjoyed the cottage feel. The location is secluded and hidden away which makes it feel like your in the middle of a forest. Plenty of room for 11 people. We had 2 rainy days which was unfortunate but the size of the living room table and the awesome front porch was perfect for playing cards and games with the kids. The firepit was great for a couple chilly nights. But the best of all is being on the water. You can touch 100-200 yds out from the shore. The dock seems a little flimsy in spots but that would be the only minor complaint. The proximity to Alden, Dockside and Butches Tackle and Marine was convenient as well. Overall, we would definitely return and was a great family vacation spot for our group of 11. The owners are quick to respond if you need to reach them for any reason.
Hospedou-se por 7 diárias em ago. de 2022
Verificada

8/10 - Boa

Richard M.

Pontos positivos: Limpeza, check-in, comunicação, localização e precisão do anúncio

family cottage week

We had a great time at this property. Loved the location close to bottom of lake sand bar and not far from Clam lake to water ski. We enjoyed gathering in the family room area and seating was ample at the large kitchen table. The beds were comfortable and kitchen was well equipped.
Hospedou-se por 7 diárias em jul. de 2022
Verificada

10/10 - Excelente

tim c.

Pontos positivos: Limpeza, check-in, comunicação, localização e precisão do anúncio

excellent location

beautiful property
Hospedou-se por 7 diárias em jul. de 2022
Verificada

10/10 - Excelente

Shelley L.

Pontos positivos: Limpeza, check-in, comunicação, localização e precisão do anúncio

Beautiful views

Property was right on the lake with beautiful views. Home was very well stocked with everything you need. We only needed to buy our groceries. Owner was very helpful and responsive when we needed her. Highly recommend this home for staying on Torch Lake. We were a group of 9 people and the house accommodated us quite comfortably.
Hospedou-se por 7 diárias em jul. de 2022

Sobre o anfitrião

Anfitrião: Nan Reed Twiss

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My great grandparents, the Gardners, bought this property back in the eighteen hundreds, and it's been the beloved summer home to generations of my family. Although my grandmother's brother sold this cottage to the Comfort family in 1925, we are delighted to bring the cottage back into the family. We still own my grandmother's cottage next door, and even though I've lived on both coasts of the US, in Europe and in Asia, I've never missed a summer on Torch. It is without a doubt my happy place.

Although I can no longer spend every summer on the lake as I did as a child, our family of five treasures the three weeks we save for ourselves. Scared though I was to share the cottage with strangers, so far, renters have treated the place beautifully.

Por que o anfitrião escolheu essa propriedade

I was lucky enough to inherit the gem next door and couldn't resist bringing the Comfort Cottage back into the family. Torch Lake is an extraordinarily beautiful lake, more beautiful than any I've ever seen. The colors are like the Caribbean, and the water is so clear you can see the bottom all the way out to the drop-off. The sandy bottom makes it especially beautiful. The area is so peaceful if it's peace you're looking for... and yet, if you want activity, you don't have to go far at all for inland entertainment. There are lots of artist's towns nearby, nice shops, some great restaurants, golfing, hiking...and the town of Alden is a brief walk away.

O que faz essa propriedade ser única?

The cottage is right on the water, so we sleep to the sound of waves lapping the shore. We watch the sunsets from our porch or patio that look out over the water. The swimming is great for children since it stays shallow for a long way. We love to swim, sail, walk or bike into town. There's so much to do in the area, but honestly, we're so happy at the cottage and on the lake, we generally just stay there.
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