Title: Ames Cottage in Elk Rapids - Dog Friendly and Great Location! - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - 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 # Ames Cottage in Elk Rapids - Dog Friendly and Great Location! Vacation home with kitchen, near Lake Michigan ## Photo gallery for Ames Cottage in Elk Rapids - Dog Friendly and Great Location! ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Ames Cottage in Elk Rapids - Dog Friendly and Great Location! (Elk Rapids)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71760000/71752500/71752464/34b0462a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior detail - Ames Cottage in Elk Rapids - Dog Friendly and Great Location! (Elk Rapids)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71760000/71752500/71752464/f4fce100.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Ames Cottage in Elk Rapids - Dog Friendly and Great Location! (Elk Rapids)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71760000/71752500/71752464/4a867ab4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining - Ames Cottage in Elk Rapids - Dog Friendly and Great Location! (Elk Rapids)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71760000/71752500/71752464/00898296.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace, offices - Ames Cottage in Elk Rapids - Dog Friendly and Great Location! (Elk Rapids)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71760000/71752500/71752464/6874b818.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies In the heart of Elk Rapids, Golden Swan Cottage invites you to experience a beloved Up North destination. With 3 bedrooms, a fully updated kitchen and wrap-around patio with grill, this charming cottage is perfect for family vacations - including your pup! Take short walks to Bass Lake or explore nearby Elk Lake and Torch Lake. ## Reviews 9.4 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 71300 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Dryer - Pet-friendly - Barbecue grill - Washer - Fireplace ## 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. ### Ames Cottage in Elk Rapids - Dog Friendly and Great Location! Summary: Escape to this charming Elk Rapids cottage, a perfect Up North getaway! With 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and a fully equipped kitchen, it's ideal for families and friends. Enjoy the wrap-around patio with a grill, and bring your furry friend! Explore nearby attractions and create lasting memories in this beautiful location. Guests must be 25+ unless accompanied by a parent/guardian. The Space: The main floor features a fully equipped kitchen with bar seating and a cozy breakfast nook, perfect for enjoying your morning coffee. The living room offers a comfortable space to relax, complete with an electric fireplace for added ambiance. You'll also find a full bathroom on this level, equipped with both a tub and shower. The main floor bedrooms include a queen bed in one and a double bed with a twin bed in the other. Upstairs, the second level is home to the primary bedroom, featuring a queen bed and its own full bathroom with a shower. Step outside onto the wrap-around porch, where you'll find plenty of seating and a spacious yard, ideal for outdoor enjoyment. Guest Access: For longer stays, all Golden Swan properties, and our lowest pricing, please find us at goldenswanmgt. The Neighborhood: Across the street is the Village Market, which has everything you could possibly need for groceries and incidentals. Nearby is Elk Lake, Torch Lake, and the East Arm of Lake Michigan's Grand Traverse Bay. Also close by are beautiful sandy beaches - it's truly a water lover's paradise. The town of Elk Rapids is quaint but mighty with great restaurants, shopping and a movie theater. Golf Courses, Ski Resorts, Wineries, Breweries and Distilleries are also nearby, and the bustling Jewel of the North, Traverse City, is only 17 miles south, along the bay... just a 30 minute drive. Please note- Noise Considerations: This is an urban property located on a high traffic road, which is great for easy access to local attractions, but some street/city noise should be expected. Sound Machine and earplugs will be provided. Other Things to Note: Please Note: All guests staying at this property must be 25 or older unless accompanied by a parent or guardian. This will be verified after booking confirmation. A damage waiver fee is required by Golden Swan for each stay. For this property, the fee is $79 and provides our guests with accidental damage coverage up to $1000\. If the amount of damage exceeds this, or if the damage is found to have occurred with malicious intent, Golden Swan retains the right to seek damages beyond that amount. High chair and pack n play available upon request for an additional charge. Dogs are allowed with an additional fee. A maximum of two dogs are allowed at this residence. Please be advised that it is absolutely imperative for all renters to keep their dogs on a leash at all times. While we truly appreciate and value pets, ensuring that our furry friends are leashed or properly secured is of utmost importance to us. Please take your pup with you or kennel them when you leave the home. We cannot have lonely barking dogs left at our property. Please be considerate and clean up after your pet. There is a non-refundable credit card processing fee applied to all reservations. If the reservation is 14 days or longer there will be a required mid-stay clean. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace ### Entertainment - Games - TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Office ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a village ### Things to do - Optional golf privileges - Casino nearby - Cycling nearby - Fishing nearby ### 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) - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden - Unit size: 1,300 square feet ## Similar properties ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18790000/18786400/18786367/21dbfd59.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### BeachFrontRental-Tennis court&playground directly across the street!DogsWelcome Elk Rapids - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 10 Exceptional 86 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-25&endDate=2025-12-26&selected=18786367&PinnedHotelID=18786367&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95110000/95103100/95103007/dcb295d6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Waterfront Cottage in Elk Rapids, Michigan Elk Rapids - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-25&endDate=2025-12-26&selected=95103007&PinnedHotelID=95103007&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Microwave, oven, stovetop, dishwasher](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117460000/117450200/117450198/71206695.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Charming 3-bedroom house with WiFi, AC in welcoming Elk Rapids Elk Rapids - Washer - Dryer - Air conditioning - Parking available [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-25&endDate=2025-12-26&selected=117450198&PinnedHotelID=117450198&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach nearby, sun loungers, beach towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27930000/27921400/27921355/52bae36f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 2 Blocks to beach, downtown. 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This will be verified after bookin... ### Pets Pets allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Note from host: Charge may apply ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know 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 Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. 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 Ames Elk Rapids Elk Rapids 6148ac9685079a003235e006 Ames Cottage ELK RAPIDS Elk Rapids Ames Cottage ELK RAPIDS Private vacation home Ames Cottage ELK RAPIDS Private vacation home Elk Rapids ## 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%7C44.89939%2C-85.40073&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=I7sz4cBt4USrja4THm3FI5PNgEw=) Elk Rapids, MI #### What's nearby - Elk Lake \- 13 min walk \- 1.1 km - Elk Rapids Golf Club \- 13 min walk \- 1.1 km - North Beach \- 15 min walk \- 1.3 km - Elk Rapids District Library \- 18 min walk \- 1.6 km - Historic Elk Rapids Town Hall \- 20 min walk \- 1.7 km #### Getting around - Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) - 26 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Oasis Tavern - ‬5 min drive - ‪Pearl's New Orleans Kitchen - ‬6 min walk - ‪The Dam Shop - ‬15 min walk - ‪Johnny's Torch Riviera - ‬14 min drive - ‪Town Club - ‬16 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Ames Cottage in Elk Rapids - Dog Friendly and Great Location! pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Ames Cottage in Elk Rapids - Dog Friendly and Great Location!? ### What time is check-out at Ames Cottage in Elk Rapids - Dog Friendly and Great Location!? ### Where is Ames Cottage in Elk Rapids - Dog Friendly and Great Location! located? ## Have a question? 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