Title: πŸŒ… Relax & Explore | Waterfront Crawford Lake Cottage - 4878 - 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 # πŸŒ… Relax & Explore | Waterfront Crawford Lake Cottage - 4878 Beachfront vacation home for sun and fun ## Photo gallery for πŸŒ… Relax & Explore | Waterfront Crawford Lake Cottage - 4878 ![Outdoor dining - πŸŒ… Relax & Explore | Waterfront Crawford Lake Cottage - 4878 (Kalkaska)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114390000/114383800/114383763/239b37c1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior - πŸŒ… Relax & Explore | Waterfront Crawford Lake Cottage - 4878 (Kalkaska)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114390000/114383800/114383763/43a1cece.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - πŸŒ… Relax & Explore | Waterfront Crawford Lake Cottage - 4878 (Kalkaska)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114390000/114383800/114383763/e2a1f14b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![On the beach - πŸŒ… Relax & Explore | Waterfront Crawford Lake Cottage - 4878 (Kalkaska)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114390000/114383800/114383763/be9ebd21.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - πŸŒ… Relax & Explore | Waterfront Crawford Lake Cottage - 4878 (Kalkaska)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114390000/114383800/114383763/1c9bd6ec.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies πŸŒ… Relax & Explore | Waterfront Crawford Lake Cottage - 4878 provides laundry facilities and more. Adventurous travelers may like the kayaking at this vacation home. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. ### Entire home 5 bedrooms4 bathrooms2000 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Beach view - Dryer - Parking available - Washer - Barbecue grill - 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. ### πŸŒ… Relax & Explore | Waterfront Crawford Lake Cottage - 4878 Occupancy # 14 Guests (Adults & kids) Our lake house is located on beautiful Crawford Lake. Enjoy spectacular views from the the picture windows facing the lake or from the large patio just outside the main living area. We have an ideal setup for large groups with 5 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, 2 living spaces and 2 kitchens. Outside we have a large backyard stretching out to a sandy beach. We have a dock that can be used for fishing or docking your boat. The boat launch is located right next to our lot. Our lake house has two living areas. The larger of the two has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, a kitchen, a dining area, a living room, and a laundry room. The smaller "annex" has 2 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, a kitchen, a living room and laundry area. Guests will have access to the entire home and property. The lake house is located on Crawford Lake, an all sports-lake. The boat launch is conveniently located right next to our lot. The beach has a sandy bottom. Guests can enjoy fishing off of the dock for blue gill, perch, catfish, pike and bass; boating (our dock contains tie off locations for your boat); paddling around the lake on the available kayaks(2), canoe(1), and/or SUP board(1); early morning walks around the lake; enjoying the wildlife and scenery (if you are lucky you will spot our resident bald eagles that nest on the south end of the lake or you may spot a black bear); roasting s'mores around a camp fire (roasting sticks are provided); playing on the beach and in the water with the variety of beach and water toys provided; or visiting local tourist sites. We are located 5 miles from Kalkaska, 45 minute from Traverse City and Petoskey, 20 minutes from Torch Lake, and are also within an easy drive from Boyne City, Schuss Mountain, and Shanty Creek. Other notable tourist locations include Mackinac Island, Charlevoix, and Indian River. There are 3 golf courses located within 5 miles of our lake house. Other off-site activities include floating down the Manistee River, fly fishing, ATV trails, hiking, mountain biking, and in the winter snowmobiling (it is easy to take off from the lake house and join up with the main riding trails). We provide a variety of kids' toys to keep your little ones entertained as well as games, books, and puzzles for a variety of age groups. \-- Please input the correct number of guests to ensure our housekeepers are properly taken covered for laundry expenses! A $50 additional guest fee per guest will be auto-charged if guests aren't listed. -- Amenities Include: \- Wi-Fi \- Smart TVs with Netflix and other streaming platforms \- Free Parking Bed Types \- First bedroom: 1 queen-size bed \- Second bedroom: 1 full-size bed + crib & pullout toddler bed \- Third bedroom: 1 full-size bed + 2 bunk beds \- Fourth bedroom: 1 queen-size bed \- Fifth bedroom: 1 full-size bed + futon Complimentary with every True North Property Management booking: ⋆ 1 x Bottle of Chateau Chantal Celebrate Sparkling Wine ⋆ 30% off flight/glass reservations and bottles to take home @ Chateau Chantal ⋆ Your Private Concierge - providing information, booking meals, and experiences or organizing entire days tailored to what you love Additional benefits: ⋆ 10% off wine tours with The Magic Shuttle Bus - some dates and exclusions may apply ⋆ 10% off boat rentals @ East Bay Marina ⋆ 10% off any rental @ Paddle TC ⋆ $15 off any motorized rental @ TC Watersports True North exclusively available services: ⋆ Personal Chefs ⋆ In-room Massage ⋆ In-room Facials ⋆ In-room Pedicures & Manicures ⋆ Grocery Delivery Pre & Post-check-in / Pantry stock ⋆ On-site Comedian ⋆ On-site Photographer ⋆ On-site Yoga instructor ⋆ On-site Arts & Crafts ⋆ Catering ⋆ Bartending ⋆ Meal Delivery ⋆ Live Music ⋆ Craft Cocktail Experience ⋆ Bounce House ⋆ Guided Nature Hikes ⋆ Mobile Sauna ⋆ Special Occasion Packages Incl. Decoration ⋆ Boat & Watersport Rentals ⋆ Water Toy Rentals ⋆ Fishing Guide & Charters ⋆ Pet Walks Short stays, weekly and monthly, are available. Horse Shows on the Bay is 25 minutes from this location. An exceptional location for easy access to all the fun activities this great area has to offer while still being 'away from it all'. Festivals abound in this area, including Traverse City Film Festival, beer, music, and wine Festivals, and The Cherry Festival. Terrific shopping in waterfront villages and towns. House Rules: \- Non-smoking. (There will be a $1000 penalty for smoking inside the premises) \- Linens provided (please bring your own beach towels). \- No daily maid service. \- Please input the correct number of guests to ensure our housekeepers are properly taken covered for laundry expenses! A $50 additional guest fee per guest will be auto-charged if guests aren't listed. CHECK IN TIME: 4:00PM CHECK OUT TIME: 11:00AM Distance to: \- Downtown Traverse City (30.1 mi) \- Cherry Capital Airport (28.7 mi) \- Bear Lake (7.5 mi) \- The Bear's Lair (7.2 mi) \- Shirley's In the Woods Cafe (7.4 mi) \- Kal-Ho Lounge (6.8 mi) \- Dingmans (7.5 mi) \- Shanty Creek Summit Mountain Ski (21.2 mi) \- Bellaire Cinema (25.0 mi) \- Vista Ridge Vineyards Crushin'It (19.3 mi) \- Dead Bear Brewing Co (21.3 mi) \- Hull Park - Boardman Lake Boat Launch (29.7 mi) \- B & B Sports Center & Marina (33.7 mi) \- ATM @ 1142 Barlow St (30.2 mi) \- Shell in 1031 W Hammond Rd (30.3 mi) \- Munson Medical Center (31.8 mi) ## Property amenities ### Beach - On the beach ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 5 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 3.5 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - Games - TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - On a lake - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Kayak - Optional golf privileges - Water sports equipment - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Swimming nearby - Wildlife walks 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) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Unit size: 2,000 square feet ## Similar properties ![Smart TV, fireplace, foosball, printers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89260000/89254700/89254657/c77edf15.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Willy T's Crystal Mountain Ski & Golf Cottage Thompsonville - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 10 Exceptional 22 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-26&endDate=2025-12-27&selected=89254657&PinnedHotelID=89254657&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/123000000/122910000/122904700/122904640/6c8e98da.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Waterfront- Modern Luxurious Cabin on Clam Lake – Torch Lake Boating Bellaire - Washer - Dryer - Air conditioning [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-26&endDate=2025-12-27&selected=122904640&PinnedHotelID=122904640&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39960000/39954800/39954715/623b4671.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Four Season Cabin Great for Family and Couples Retreat Mancelona - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 9.8 Exceptional 80 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-26&endDate=2025-12-27&selected=39954715&PinnedHotelID=39954715&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78570000/78569600/78569520/83d81783.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Traverse City Area, Family Friendly, Waterfront, Modern Home South Boardman - Kitchen - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Gym 10 Exceptional 36 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-26&endDate=2025-12-27&selected=78569520&PinnedHotelID=78569520&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106240000/106233600/106233544/d9dc9c55.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 5 BD Pool/Golf Sim/Hot Tub/Sauna/Movie Theatre/Game Room Kalkaska - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 8.0 Very good 4 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-26&endDate=2025-12-27&selected=106233544&PinnedHotelID=106233544&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100810000/100801700/100801629/74b48c6a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Torch Lake Home: AC, arcades, game room, 3 min to Torch Lake! 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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 949500 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=44.73265,-85.07195&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:cv%60pGtrffO%3FS%3FW%3FU%3FU%40U%40U%40U%40U%40U%40UBS%40UBUBUBUBSBUBSDUDSBSDUDSDSFUDQDSFSFQDSHSFQFSFQHQFQHOHSHOHOHQHOHQHMJOJOHOJMJMJMJOJMLKJMJKLMJKLIJKLKLILILKLGLILILGNGLGLGLGNGNELENELENCNELCNCNCLANCNANANAL%3FNAN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%40L%3FN%40N%40N%40NBL%40NBNBLBNDNBLDNDNDLDLFNFLFLFLFNFLHLHLFLJLHLHLJJJLHJJLLJJJLLJJLJNJLJLJLHNJNHNJLHPHNHPHNHNHRHPFNHPFPFRFPFRFRFPFRDRDRFRDRDRDTBRDRDTBTBRBRBTBTBT%40T%40RBT%40T%40T%40T%40T%40T%3FT%3FT%3FV%3FR%3FT%3FT%3FT%3FTATAVARATATCTATARCVCTCRCTCRCTERETCRETEPERGRETERGPGRGRGPGPGRGPIPGPIPIPINIPINIPINKNILKPILKLKNKLKLKLMJKLKJMLKJMJKJMHMHMJMHMHMHMHODMHMFMFODMFMDODODMDODOBMBODO%40MBO%40OBO%3FO%40M%40O%40O%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FOAMAOAO%3FOCOAMCOAOEMCOCOEMEOEMEOEOGMEMGMGOIMEMIMIMIMIMKMIMIKKMKKKMMKKKMMKKMKMKMKOKMIMKQKMIOIOIQIOIQIOIQIOGSIQGQGQGSIQESGSGQESESGUESEQEUCSEUESCSCUCUCSCUCWASCUAUAUAUASAWAU%3FU%3FU%3FU%3FU&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=6WwZo5NKbXpmBIEbH_nxtBCqA40=) Kalkaska, MI #### What's nearby - Timber Wolf Golf Club \- 6 min drive \- 4.4 km - Grandview Golf Club \- 8 min drive \- 4.4 km - Twin Birch Golf Course \- 10 min drive \- 9.8 km - Smith Lake \- 17 min drive \- 16.7 km - Torch Lake \- 28 min drive \- 35.8 km #### Getting around - Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) - 38 min drive #### Restaurants - β€ͺMcDonald's - ‬13 min drive - β€ͺBurger King - ‬13 min drive - β€ͺTrout Town Country Cafe - ‬13 min drive - β€ͺMoose & Stella’s - ‬13 min drive - β€ͺTaco Bell - ‬11 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is πŸŒ… Relax & Explore | Waterfront Crawford Lake Cottage - 4878 pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at πŸŒ… Relax & Explore | Waterfront Crawford Lake Cottage - 4878? ### What time is check-out at πŸŒ… Relax & Explore | Waterfront Crawford Lake Cottage - 4878? ### Where is πŸŒ… Relax & Explore | Waterfront Crawford Lake Cottage - 4878 located? ## Have a question? 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