Title: Charming Lakefront Cottage on Torch Lake - walking distance to Alden - 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 # Charming Lakefront Cottage on Torch Lake - walking distance to Alden Lakefront cottage with kitchen and patio ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/71000000/70960000/70950100/70950017/1df4aad1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/71000000/70960000/70950100/70950017/3e17282a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/71000000/70960000/70950100/70950017/fa048288.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/71000000/70960000/70950100/70950017/7665edfb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/71000000/70960000/70950100/70950017/86c40109.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Perched on the lakefront, this charming cottage offers a serene retreat with up-north charm. Unwind in the cozy screened-in porch, or gather around the stone hearth in the living room; enjoy lakeside activities like swimming and boating from your private dock. 9.0 Wonderful ### Entire home 4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 111500 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Dryer - Washer - Fireplace - 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. ### Charming Lakefront Cottage on Torch Lake - walking distance to Alden My grandmother's brother built this cottage in 1910 - and he got a prime lakefront location. Now with updated bathrooms and refinished wood floors the interior provides up-north cottage charm alongside all the modern amenities. Everyone's favorite place to spend time indoors seems to be the screened-in porch which opens to the lake and shoreline on 3 sides. Here you can settle down in a comfy chair to enjoy Torch’s famous “Caribbean blue” stripes chase across the lake, or sip an evening glass of wine and watch the sunset pour molten light into the water. The large living room with its central stone hearth is a great spot to gather around a fire on a cooler evening or around the TV on a rainy day. Bedrooms are cozy and simple, with 2 queens, 1 set of twins, and 1 double-single bunk and classic cottage antiques. The property features a dock, a firepit by the lake, a lakeside patio with chairs and an umbrella table, and another patio with a grill off the kitchen. This is not a party spot, but it would be great for families or groups of adults seeking a relaxing getaway. Nestled in among majestic trees and private cottages, the location offers privacy and quiet. Sandy shallows extend for dozens of yards off the rocky shoreline; we also have a dock a mooring buoy for your motorboat or pontoon boat. (Jet-skis are not allowed.) The charming town of Alden, with boutiques, dining, and public tennis courts and playground, is a 1/2-mile walk away. Nature preserves and well-maintained roads throughout the area also provide beautiful hiking and biking. Note that we also own the cottage next door (VRBO #37825, built by my grandmother). You could consider that cottage if this one is already booked or, if you have a very large group, consider combining the rentals – a "family compound" that could accommodate up to 20 people. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach loungers ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee grinder - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Hardwood flooring in public areas - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In a village - Near a hospital - Next to a golf course - On a lake - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Basketball nearby - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Sailing nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby - Water tubing nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Windsurfing nearby - Winery tours nearby ### Safety features - No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances 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: 1,500 square feet ## Similar properties ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33950000/33948500/33948479/90f22744.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Torch Lake Exceptional Lakefront Cottage and Guest House - with Sandy Beach Alden - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 9.4 Exceptional 68 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-11&endDate=2025-12-12&selected=33948479&PinnedHotelID=33948479&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/69000000/68040000/68033700/68033639/5fdc8147.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Torch Lake Sandbar Waterfront Home - with Dock! 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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 ## 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%7C44.89033%2C-85.27512&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=mzDx8n4ECNzV7EJZPycki8XLqT4=) Alden, MI #### What's nearby - Torch Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km - Torch Lake Park - 4 min drive - 4.3 km - Turtle Creek Casino - 24 min drive - 31.7 km - Front Street - 42 min drive - 48.3 km - Boyne Mountain - 45 min drive - 68.2 km #### Getting around - Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) - 41 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Oasis Tavern - ‬20 min drive - ‪The Dockside - ‬8 min drive - ‪Shanty Creek Resorts - ‬15 min drive - ‪Kritters Hide Away - ‬8 min drive - ‪Pearl's New Orleans Kitchen - ‬23 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Charming Lakefront Cottage on Torch Lake - walking distance to Alden pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking? > Onsite parking is available at the property. ### What time is check-in at Charming Lakefront Cottage on Torch Lake - walking distance to Alden? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Charming Lakefront Cottage on Torch Lake - walking distance to Alden? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Charming Lakefront Cottage on Torch Lake - walking distance to Alden located? > Situated in Alden, this golf cottage is steps from Torch Lake and 1.9 mi (3 km) from Torch Lake Park. 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