[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Cozy private lakefront cottage, pet-friendly, short drive to Traverse City Lakefront cottage with kitchen and patio ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99270000/99267300/99267258/46ecd60b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99270000/99267300/99267258/w2316h1547x0y1-1c5d04c5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99270000/99267300/99267258/a254d214.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99270000/99267300/99267258/f71c9a8a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99270000/99267300/99267258/w2316h1541x0y1-9aae1d03.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Escape to a peaceful retreat at Crawford Lake Cottage. Bring your boat, ORV vehicles, or snowmobiles and enjoy family fun on the lake or nearby trails. Unwind with sunset views by the fire pit, in the screened-in porch, or relax inside near a cozy fireplace. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 91200 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Dryer - Washer - Pet-friendly - Fireplace - Barbecue grill ## 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. ### Cozy private lakefront cottage, pet-friendly, short drive to Traverse City Enjoy a quiet and peaceful getaway at this newly renovated cottage on Crawford lake! Bring your boat, ORV vehicles, or snowmobiles. This cottage is the perfect launching pad for family fun surrounded by all the main ORV trailheads. Outfitter just down the road to float the Manistee river, and short drive to Traverse City. Incredible sunset views can be caught by the fire on the lake or in a brand new screened in porch. Fireplace, fast wifi, charcoal grill, kayaks, bikes, ceiling fans, fire pit, corn hold game, and more. Photo ID verification is required before check-in. For VRBO non-verified guests, photo ID is required before booking. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach loungers - Beach towels ### Ski - Cross-country skiing nearby - Snowboarding nearby ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 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 - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Firepit - Garden - Gas grill - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - 2 pets total ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Change of towels on request - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - On a lake - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Bicycle parking - Bicycle storage - Bicycles - Golf - Kayak - Water sports equipment - Birdwatching nearby - Casino nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Hunting nearby - Ice skating nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Snowmobiling nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby - Water tubing nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Winery tours 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 ### General - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - Bicycle parking - Bicycle storage - Bicycles - Garden - Locally-owned and organized tours and activities - Towels (changed on request) - Unit size: 1,200 square feet - Water-efficient toilets ## Similar properties ![Outdoor spa tub](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/71000000/70870000/70867400/70867397/7a349051.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cozy lake front cabin on 6 private acres Kalkaska - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 10 Exceptional 32 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-16&endDate=2025-10-17&selected=70867397&PinnedHotelID=70867397&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/58000000/57940000/57932000/57931973/f12e4ee8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### ALL YEAR ROUND FUN! 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No wet swimsuits on furniture.Don’t take indoor furniture outside. No smoking, $500 fee if smoke. Kayaks, bikes, and corn hole game are available. These are located in the garage along w/ helmets. Please return items to the garage before check out. Please bag and take out the trash to curbside trashcans before you check out. Please put used towels and sheets in washer before you check out. ### Pets Pets allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs only 2 total pets Note from host: No dog on furniture. Please pick up after your dog ### 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 and a first aid kit 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 ## About the area Located in Kalkaska, this cottage is on the waterfront. Grandview Golf Club and Twin Birch Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Torch Lake and Lake Skegemog. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our Kalkaska travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Kalkaska.dx180648) [View more Cottages in Kalkaska](https://www.expedia.ca/Kalkaska-Cottages.d180648-aaCottages.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![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%7C44.73334%2C-85.07704&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=0-8uMDD5OH1L-mZ2E2_G42E0Jp4=) Kalkaska, MI ### What's nearby - Timber Wolf Golf Club - 7 min drive - 4.4 km - Grandview Golf Club - 8 min drive - 4.4 km - Twin Birch Golf Course - 12 min drive - 9.8 km - Torch Lake - 34 min drive - 35.7 km - Torch Lake Park - 34 min drive - 35.7 km ### Getting around - Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) - 39 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min drive - ‪Burger King - ‬13 min drive - ‪Taco Bell - ‬13 min drive - ‪Trout Town Country Cafe - ‬13 min drive - ‪BC Pizza - ‬13 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Cozy private lakefront cottage, pet-friendly, short drive to Traverse City pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). ### What time is check-in at Cozy private lakefront cottage, pet-friendly, short drive to Traverse City? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Cozy private lakefront cottage, pet-friendly, short drive to Traverse City? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Cozy private lakefront cottage, pet-friendly, short drive to Traverse City located? > Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is 1.9 mi (3 km) from Grandview Golf Club and 4.8 mi (7.7 km) from Twin Birch Golf Course. Torch Lake and Lake Skegemog are also within 20 mi (32 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Cozy private lakefront cottage, pet-friendly, short drive to Traverse City 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) ### 9.6 Cleanliness ### 10 Location 10 - Excellent 5 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Emily V. Dec 12, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful spot! This was a perfect getaway for our family and dogs. The location is great. The house is comfortable and exactly as pictured. The beds were great. The screened in porch is not heated in the winter but the fireplace is great! It’s a quiet area but also incredibly close to traverse city. We would definitely stay again! ##### Emily V. Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jen S. Jun 29, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Up North Location A perfect spot for a getaway! Property is exactly as pictured. Clean, comfortable and centrally located if you want to venture out to Traverse City, Bellaire or Charlevoix. Or just relax by the water and enjoy the birds and the hum of an occasional pontoon tooling by. We loved our week there and would highly recommend and will look to make a return visit! ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/245226bd-5442-4efa-96ed-3e28c10fd55e-1751222775987.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/17ccbbde-6cc3-4cb0-a330-1dc5d84bba97-1751222779549.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/0618fae2-8bb9-4dcd-8d4d-36b05e947fe4-1751222772322.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![Don’t miss the Cherry Street Market in town!](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/391e7c84-a0ff-4d82-bdf9-e3862f502e1a-1751222780433.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Jen S. Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Keith Z. Oct 21, 2024 ##### Keith Z. Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Holly S. Jul 3, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Can’t wait to go back! Such a super little conveniently-located lake home. Amenities were nice & beds were comfy. We hope to visit again some day!! ##### Holly S. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024 ## 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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