Title: Come Make Memories at the Blue Bird Lake House! - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Come Make Memories at the Blue Bird Lake House! Vacation home in Alanson with kitchen and fireplace ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110430000/110424200/110424184/916f337f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110430000/110424200/110424184/dace8951.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110430000/110424200/110424184/f3051c5a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110430000/110424200/110424184/21053218.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110430000/110424200/110424184/e9946c59.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Come Make Memories at the Blue Bird Lake House! provides amenities like a garden and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms2 bathrooms2091 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Dryer - Washer - Air conditioning - Fireplace - Kitchen ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Come Make Memories at the Blue Bird Lake House! Immerse yourself in the beauty and adventure of Northern Michigan in this exquisitely renovated, centrally located two-story lakefront home on the serene Crooked Lake. The Blue Bird Lake House is the perfect retreat for families eager to explore year-round activities, conveniently situated just minutes from the charming towns of Petoskey and Harbor Springs, as well as the popular Nubs Nob ski resort and The Highlands. Here, outdoor enthusiasts can indulge in a wealth of activities, from boating and golfing in the warmer months to skiing and snowmobiling in the snowy season. For an exhilarating cycling experience, the scenic Little Traverse Wheelway is right across the road from the rental. Create lasting memories in this inviting lakeside haven! This thoughtfully remodeled home showcases an expansive open floor plan that invites natural light and highlights great views of the lake. The heart of the home is a modern and cozy kitchen, featuring gleaming new appliances, elegant granite countertops, and a charming custom breakfast nook with bar seating, perfect for casual meals or morning coffee. The spacious living area, designed for relaxation and togetherness, offers dual fieldstone fireplaces that add warmth and a cozy ambiance. Adjacent to this area, the three-season sunroom opens up to a stunning lakeside patio. This outdoor space is ideal for grilling delicious meals, lounging in the sun, or enjoying peaceful evenings under the stars. Upstairs, you’ll find three inviting bedrooms, each thoughtfully designed to provide comfort and tranquility, along with a stylishly appointed full bath. The main floor further accommodates an additional bedroom and full bath, ensuring ample space for everyone. The property features an impressive 54 feet of hard-packed sandy beach with shallow, crystal-clear waters that gently slope to a depth of approximately 2-3 feet deep, making it perfect for cooling off, playing frisbee, or letting children joyfully splash about on warm Northern Michigan days. If you have a watercraft, you have access to the Inland Waterway which connects Crooked Lake, Pickerel Lake, Burt Lake, Mullet Lake and Lake Huron, providing plenty of entertainment on the water! Just a stone's throw away, a nearby trail seamlessly connects to the picturesque Hailand Nature Preserve and Fochtman Preserve, intertwining with the Little Traverse Wheelway and leading to the breathtaking natural beauty of Petoskey State Park. Embrace the idyllic lifestyle and breathtaking surroundings that await you at the Blue Bird Lake House! \*Access to water toys and boats are not included in the rental of this property. If you would like information on watercraft rentals, please reach out to us for recommendations! \*Maximum number of vehicles allowed at the property is five. \*Outdoor fires and fireworks are not permitted in accordance with association rules. The following is a layout of the home: Main Level Living Area, Kitchen, Bedroom One/Full Bed Plus Twin/Twin Bunkbed, Two Sofa Sleepers, Full Bathroom Upper Level Bedroom Two/King, Bedroom Three/Queen, Bedroom Four/Two Twins, Full Bathroom NEARBY DESTINATIONS Petoskey State Park (Lake Michigan): 5.3 miles  The Highlands/Nub's Nob: 8.8 miles  Downtown Petoskey: 8.5 miles  Downtown Harbor Springs: 9.0 miles  Windjammer Marina (boat rentals): 1.2 miles  Mackinaw City (to catch a ferry to Mackinac Island): 27.9 miles  Pellston Regional Airport: 11.7 miles  Great Lakes Center for the Arts: 11.8 miles ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Porch/lanai ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Garden - Unit size: 2,091 square feet ## Similar properties ![Smart TV, fireplace, books, music library](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/68000000/67580000/67573700/67573677/ffd0db7e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Mid Century Cottage with Crooked Lake Views! 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### Property is also known as 2203-267810 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C45.42115%2C-84.82153&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=APtEXgS06-hxoNKyOvtu92LbFhA=) Alanson, MI #### What's nearby - Crooked Lake - 1 min walk - 0.0 km - Petoskey State Park - 10 min drive - 10.5 km - McLaren Northern Michigan Hospital - 16 min drive - 15.6 km - Nub's Nob Ski Area - 18 min drive - 16.3 km - Odawa Casino - 19 min drive - 19.6 km #### Getting around - Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional) - 15 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Taco Bell/KFC - ‬9 min drive - ‪Culver's - ‬9 min drive - ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive - ‪Dairy Queen - ‬2 min drive - ‪Rusty Saw North - ‬9 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Come Make Memories at the Blue Bird Lake House! pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Come Make Memories at the Blue Bird Lake House!? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Come Make Memories at the Blue Bird Lake House!? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Come Make Memories at the Blue Bird Lake House! located? > Situated in Alanson, this vacation home is steps from Crooked Lake and 2 mi (3.3 km) from Oden State Fish Hatchery Visitor Center. Lake Michigan and Crooked Vine Vineyard and Winery are also within 6 mi (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Come Make Memories at the Blue Bird Lake House! Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location 10 - Excellent 7 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Karen T. Jun 29, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful Lake House The property was fantastic and the lake fully accessible. We will definitely be back. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/4672d5d5-1b29-48e6-81c9-91cdd135db42-1751224458775.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/a5fae127-576c-4d57-81b0-a6fdd4ea13b7-1751224457326.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Karen T. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Loni F. Jul 2, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Relaxing getaway The home was beautiful and you can't beat the view. Perfect space for adults and kids. Very clean and well decorated. Loved the sun porch. Great dock. The kayaks and paddle board was an added bonus. Would definitely stay again. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/47dcbf8c-557d-4570-8962-0f1ea4504c6d-1751427775690.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/293423bc-6643-49e1-b78a-bf2d4ae2dd7f-1751427775611.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/2abfa4fe-8194-41ba-9b04-d1be43e91458-1751427775594.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Loni F. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jenn M. Jun 21, 2025 #### Great stay Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Good Location, well stocked house, enjoyed our time ##### Jenn M. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nan C. Jul 24, 2025 #### Great family vacation in Blue Bird Lake House! Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The house was very clean and well supplied for all our needs. The owners made us feel welcome and the rental was handled efficiently by the rental company. We would highly recommend this house and look forward to returning! ##### Nan C. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### A guest from , Jun 23, 2025 #### Great Stay Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Booked this for a bachelor party. Went golfing one day at chestnut valley golf course and then canoeing the next day at Bear River Canoe. Blue Bird Lake house was a great spot to relax after a day of activities. Full grill for barbecuing. Shallow water great for wading, frisbee and football. The neighbors to the west were really friendly. Lots of space inside for cards and hanging out. ##### A guest from , ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Cozy, Secluded, Year-Round Cabin Rental With A Hot Tub!](https://www.expedia.ca/Munising-Hotels-Cozy.h27265412.Hotel-Information) > > [St. Clair Inn](https://www.expedia.ca/Port-Huron-Hotels-The-St-Clair-Inn.h36685.Hotel-Information) > > [Best Western Sault Ste. 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