Title: Cozy Retreat with Elk Lake Access - 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 # Cozy Retreat with Elk Lake Access Lakefront cottage with kitchen and patio ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38740000/38732400/38732320/3e04491d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38740000/38732400/38732320/175f95d1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38740000/38732400/38732320/07d2946f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38740000/38732400/38732320/d3d8d69f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38740000/38732400/38732320/ffa74fe8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Escape to this inviting Northern Michigan cottage with private Elk Lake access. Renovated from top to bottom, the house boasts a charming stone foundation, barn wood feature walls and original wood floors that create the perfect ambiance for relaxation. With a fully equipped kitchen, laundry facilities and a cozy living room area with 50-inch wall mounted TV, you'll feel right at home. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 41529 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Dryer - Washer - Barbecue grill - Kitchen - Outdoor space ## 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 Retreat with Elk Lake Access Look no further!! This inviting Cottage steps away from your private Elk Lake lot is the best choice for your get away. The Northern Michigan house is located 3.7 miles from Elk Rapids, 8.3 miles from Williamsburg, and 16.2 miles from Traverse City. The original charm from the stone foundation to the barn wood feature walls and original wood floors help create a place you will love for relaxation and creating memories. It is the perfect size for 4 people with approximately 1263 square feet of living space and a 266 square foot deck/patio. The house has been renovated from top to bottom with new furniture, and appliances including a gas grill on the deck. The cupboards are stocked with dishes, glassware, and silverware for inside or patio dining. There is a selection of cooking pans and it's stocked for at home baking. There is one bedroom on the third floor with 2 twin beds, one bedroom on the second floor with one queen bed. The bathroom located on the second floor has a full bathtub and shower. The laundry is also on the second floor equipped with a washer and dryer. The kitchen is equipped with stove, refrigerator, microwave, Keurig coffee maker, toaster, blender, dishes, glassware, silverware, pots and pans, and the moveable kitchen island is stocked with everything you need to bake if you wish. There are two dining options, one in the house at a counter height table with seating for six and the table on the deck with seating for four. If you want to grill, there is a gas grill on the patio. The living room area has a 50-inch wall mounted TV, a couch, loveseat, coffee table and 2 end tables centered around a cheerful area rug. Included with the rental is shared access to our private 50-foot Elk Lake access. It is yours for the week to use at your own risk. There will be 4 chairs and a couple of small tables for your to use at the lake. Besides enjoying time at Elk Lake, there are many adventures in our regional area from boating, golfing, wine tasting, breweries, distilleries, farmer’s markets, shopping, horseback riding, and, of course, picking cherries when in season. We look forward to your visit! ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach loungers - Beach towels ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Car required - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Garden - Gas grill - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Area rugs in public areas - Cobblestone flooring in public areas - Gravel flooring in public areas - Hardwood flooring in public areas - No elevator - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near the bay - Near the marina - On a lake - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Golf - Pickleball - Tennis - Basketball nearby - Birdwatching nearby - Casino nearby - Cycling nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Parasailing nearby - Rafting nearby - Sailing nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby - Water tubing nearby - Windsurfing 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 - Deadbolt lock ### General - Garden - Unit size: 1,529 square feet ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/74000000/73750000/73749100/73749064/a4b300d6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Waterfront log home on Elk Lake with dock and mooring, window A/C. 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Please text me at 231-409-0511 when you leave so I can let the cleaner know the "coast is clear". Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host. ### Rules Please read and follow the rules attached to the rental agreement. ### Pets Pets not allowed ### 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 Long-term renters welcome 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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock 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 ### We should mention This property does not have elevators A car is required for transportation to and from this property ### Property is also known as Elk Lake Rental With Private Elk Lake Access Elk Lake Rental with Private Elk Lake Access Cottage Elk Lake Rental with Private Elk Lake Access Williamsburg ## 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%7C44.85157%2C-85.39510&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=jiuSa1vBQ2HbT4a9_xXLImKfs9I=) Williamsburg, MI #### What's nearby - Elk Lake - 1 min drive - 0.0 km - Turtle Creek Casino - 16 min drive - 15.1 km - Grand Traverse Resort Golf Course - 18 min drive - 16.6 km - Torch Lake - 30 min drive - 31.4 km - Torch Lake Park - 35 min drive - 37.1 km #### Getting around - Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) - 28 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Oasis Tavern - ‬14 min drive - ‪Season's Buffet - ‬13 min drive - ‪Kritters Hide Away - ‬25 min drive - ‪Bourbons 72 - ‬13 min drive - ‪Pearl's New Orleans Kitchen - ‬9 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Cozy Retreat with Elk Lake Access pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Cozy Retreat with Elk Lake Access? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Cozy Retreat with Elk Lake Access? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Cozy Retreat with Elk Lake Access located? > Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from Elk Lake and 3 mi (4.8 km) from Lake Michigan. 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