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Experience Torch Lake

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Experience Torch Lake

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Overview of Experience Torch Lake

Reviews
9.4

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendlyPet friendlyPet friendly
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Outdoor SpaceOutdoor SpaceOutdoor Space
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • Lake viewLake viewLake view

Check out the area

Map
Bellaire, MI
  • Popular LocationClam Lake1 min walk
  • Popular LocationTorch Lake4 min drive
  • Popular LocationLake Bellaire13 min drive
  • AirportTraverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)46 min drive

Space details

2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, sleeps 10
1000 sq ft
Bedroom 1
    1 queen bed
    1 twin/single bed
    1 sleep sofa/futon
Bedroom 2
    1 queen bed
Common area
    2 queen beds
Bathroom 1
    Shower
Bathroom 2
    Shower

Room options

About the neighborhood

Bellaire

On lake.At this Bellaire vacation home, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Clam Lake and 3 miles (5 km) of Torch Lake. Also, Clam River is within 3 miles (5 km) and Grass River Natural Area is within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Clam Lake - 1 min walk
  • Torch Lake - 4 min drive
  • Torch Lake Park - 10 min drive
  • Lake Bellaire - 13 min drive
  • Schuss Mountain - 18 min drive

Getting around

  • Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • Oasis Red Bull Tavern - 24 min drive
  • McDonald's - 13 min drive
  • Dockside-Torch Lake - 5 min drive
  • Shanty Creek Resorts - 18 min drive
  • Short's Brewing Company - 14 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Experience Torch Lake

This charming “Up North” vacation cottage is located on Clam Lake directly connected to the southeast end of Torch Lake. The cottage features include 115' of lakefront, a dock, a 1.5 mile boat ride to Torch Lake and Dockside, and proximity to numerous vacation activities in the Torch Lake area.

The cottage boasts a spacious yard, a queen bed on the main level, a sleeping loft with two queen beds, a functional ready-to-cook-in kitchen with dining table for 6, and a full bathroom.

The detached bunkhouse sleeps five comfortably and has a full bathroom which makes it a perfect location for multi-family getaways.

There is an easement through the property that allows our neighbors access to a shared dock.

The world renowned shallow sand bars of the Caribbean blue Torch Lake are just a short boat ride from your dock. This vacationer’s paradise is a unique experience for boaters of all ages and keeps people coming back year after year. Torch lake is Michigan’s 2nd largest inland lake and has miles of sandbar to offer private areas to relax and swim and revel in Northern Michigan summer.

For the fishermen and fisherwomen, the shallow marshes at the southeast end of Clam Lake provide excellent cover for pike and panfish. The deep water casters will enjoy fishing for delicious walleye, bluegill, perch and brown trout. The lake is also home to muskie, crappie, smallmouth bass, largemouth bass and rock bass.

Golfers are only 10.4 miles away from the Shanty Creek Resort that features several greens including Michigan’s top public courses, The Legend and Cedar River. A-Ga-Ming Golf Resort is approximately 20 minutes away from your doorstep and offers Sundance, Torch, and Antrim Dells.

A gem of the area is the Grass River Nature Preserve at the southeast end of Clam Lake. Nature enthusiasts can explore 1,443 acres of pathways and trails that meander through five different ecozones. The preserve is property of Antrim County and free of charge to the public.

If you need a break from the outdoors or the weather's not cooperating, Shorts Brewery is right around the corner and Turtle Creek Casino is less than one half hour drive. The casino offers a variety of gambling games and entertainment shows.

Property manager

Dan Mushlock

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shower only
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Games
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Dock
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Yard

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room on site
  • Golf on site
  • Kayak on site
  • Table tennis on site
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • 1 unit
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,000 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation. Contactless check-in is available.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Experience Torch Lake Alden
Experience Torch Lake Private vacation home
Experience Torch Lake Private vacation home Alden

Frequently asked questions

How close is Experience Torch Lake to the airport?

This vacation home is 29.2 mi (46-min drive) away from the Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Experience Torch Lake have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does Experience Torch Lake offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Experience Torch Lake?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Experience Torch Lake?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Experience Torch Lake?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Experience Torch Lake have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Experience Torch Lake have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Experience Torch Lake to downtown Bellaire?

This vacation home is 3.8 mi away from Bellaire.

Experience Torch Lake Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 33 out of 43 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 43 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 43 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 43 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 43 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Robert

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christine Z.

Liked: Cleanliness
Michigan Vacation
I have a lot of really great things to say about this cabin. It is very quaint, the location is great, and the fact that we could have our dogs was AMAZING! Dan is a great host; super communicative and responsive. He is easy going, relaxed and eager to please. The cabin + bunk house is well equipped with everything you need to accommodate a group. It is very much a cabin though. Very rustic and very "lake life", which was I thought was a little different than what the pictures/price represented. The space grew on us and we loved it. The neighbors were all VERY friendly. We tried really hard to stay respectful of our "noise". We had fires every night (there was soooo much fire wood for us to use), light music and a few adult beverages, we never had one complaint from any neighbor. Bringing our dogs was a huge bonus; we drove up from FL and didn't want to leave our dogs behind for our long vacation. All the neighbor dogs were great too! We met Roxy and Chloe and saw them regularly. The only "criticism" I can say is I thought it was a bit overpriced for the how rustic the cabin is, but I don't even know if that is fair because of the memories we made and the family time we had. There is a lot of space for everyone to sleep and again HUGE bonus we could have the dogs, so at the end of the vacation we were very very happy!
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maija R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful lake cottage
Being right on the lake with a dock was great!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Trent P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fishing trip
Great time, caught some nice fish and got to enjoy some of the night life !
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sara jane N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Holiday lake life
This is the quintessential lake cottage. Perfect setting for an unexpected weekend off. We loved watching the boats go by and our dog had the best time splashing in the water
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christopher A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect "Up North" Property
This property had everything we needed for a week of family fun. Great location on Clam lake with good size yard. Main cabin had full kitchen (no dishwasher), 5-person dining room table, ad well as a couple of couches & chairs for indoor seating. The bathroom was good sized & fully stocked with clean towels, toiletries, etc. Main bedroom was on main level & had nice memory foam beds. Room was small but suited our needs. Outside was a nice patio table with seating for 6, a fire pit, plenty of parking for multiple vehicles. The dock shown in the photos is a shared dock & should only be used for fishing & swimming. A 2nd smaller, less sturdy dock is available for parking personal boats. End of dock is in ~3ft of water. We had a 30ft boat + 2 jet skis. We anchored the boat off the end of the small dock & didn't tie to the dock, although used the dock to load/unload boat. We parked the jet skis on shore & tied them off to the dock. Parking the large boat trailer was tight but definitely doable. I think a 34ft boat with a good driver would be about the largest that could make the swing into the driveway. Neighborhood was very nice. We had no issues. Highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Melissa K., Grand Rapids, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Very cute, tidy rustic cottage with perfect location.
This was the perfect spot for us to gather with our friends. It’s cozy. Not much privacy for couples, but it is what it is and we had a great time!! The convenience of being able to dock a boat there was key for us. And the location was fantastic!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Lake Cabin
The house had everything we needed and wanted, and the location can't be beat. The owner was easy to communicate with, and we will definitely be back. Our trip was two adults, with two kids and a dog, and everyone had a ball.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michelle P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cabin was very comfortable and very clean and well stocked
We rented a boat and the property was perfect location to marina , easy access to everything Plenty of space and Clam lake was beautiful
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Paul L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Clam Lake cottage
Had a great stay, everything as expected and pleased with property. The updates to the out building were very nice!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022