Title: The Sweet Seclusion Cottage with 100 feet of Private frontage Pickerel Lake! Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # The Sweet Seclusion Cottage with 100 feet of Private frontage Pickerel Lake! Beachside holiday home with water park ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89140000/89138700/89138664/8845d5ad.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89140000/89138700/89138664/3f84c18a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89140000/89138700/89138664/6ca6acf0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89140000/89138700/89138664/b7040142.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89140000/89138700/89138664/bba91ff6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location On the shores of Pickerel Lake, this cozy cottage invites you to unwind. Enjoy meals on the back deck with seating for six or at a picnic table by the lakefront, then gather around an outdoor firepit for bonfires and s'mores. Take in serene views from two private decks – one off a king bedroom perfect for morning coffee and another near twin bunk beds. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61250 sq ft ## Popular amenities - - Parking available - Beach view - Dryer - Air conditioning - Washer ## 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. ### The Sweet Seclusion Cottage with 100 feet of Private frontage Pickerel Lake! ABOUT THE RENTAL Situated on 100 feet of private frontage on Pickerel Lake, this cozy cottage is ready for you to come relax! The main floor features an open floor plan with the living room, kitchen, and dining area overlooking the lake. (Fireplace non-operational) Enjoy meals and drinks indoors or out on the back deck with seating for six or at the picnic table located by the lakefront itself. One full bathroom found on the main level for great convenience. Take the wood staircase up to find the main bedroom with a king bed and large deck, perfect for morning coffee overlooking the lake! The second bedroom is also located in the upper level with two sets of twin bunk beds. The second full bathroom with laundry located off the two bedrooms. Dock for jumping into the water to swim, outdoor firepit for bonfires and smores, mooring for your boat and yard space to play – what more could you ask for on your summer vacation? This cottage is a quick trip to many exquisite resort towns like Petoskey, Harbor Springs, and Indian River. But don’t limit your trips to those – Mackinaw City and the Mackinac Island are a quick day trip too! Located close to Petoskey State Park, Burt Lake State Park, and plenty of unique stores and restaurants! Something for everyone in your group! \*This unit is dog-friendly and a pet fee applies, please inquire within if you plan to bring a dog with you. \*Access to water toys and boats are not included in the rental of this property. If you would like information on watercraft rentals, please reach out to us for recommendations! NEARBY DESTINATIONS Pellston Regional Airport: 13.6 miles Downtown Petoskey: 15.5 miles Downtown Indian River: 8.2 miles Mackinaw City (to catch a ferry to Mackinac Island): 29.1 miles Downtown Harbor Springs: 16.2 miles ABOUT US Vacation Properties of Northern Michigan is a rental management company located in downtown Petoskey. We have been operating for 13 years and we understand the importance of vacation and the anticipation leading up to it. We care about our travelers and take pride in our portfolio of rental properties. We encourage you to look us up online and reach out if you have any questions or concerns about the property. Our goal is to provide you with the best vacation possible with clean/well-kept places, great communication, and fun environments so that you keep coming back. Northern Michigan has our hearts, and we want it to have yours too! ## Property amenities ### Beach - On the beach ### Ski - Close to skiing ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - DVD player - Games - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - Up to 23 kg per pet ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near a hospital - Near the bay - Near the marina - On a lake - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Golf - Tennis - Water park - Birdwatching nearby - Casino nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Sailing nearby - Sledding nearby - Snorkelling nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby - Water tubing 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 - Garden - Unit size: 1,250 square feet ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/65000000/64610000/64602700/64602671/0873cd65.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Gorgeous Freshly Remodeled Resort Home Steps From Lake Alanson - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 9.0 Wonderful 10 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-14&endDate=2025-10-15&selected=64602671&PinnedHotelID=64602671&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/45000000/44900000/44896200/44896180/9d653d20.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Luxurious Vacation Cottage - Minutes From Ski Resorts And Steps From The Lake! 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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 On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated that 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as 2203-244141 ## 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%7C45.40082%2C-84.75223&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=AVSg7jWq6l2mzw1yhuRaGPpr4DE=) Alanson, MI #### What's nearby - Pickerel Lake - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles - Crooked Lake - 10 min drive - 4.1 miles - Petoskey State Park - 26 min drive - 14.4 miles - McLaren Northern Michigan Hospital - 31 min drive - 17.6 miles - Odawa Casino - 35 min drive - 20.0 miles #### Getting around - Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional) - 24 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Dairy Queen - ‬12 min drive - ‪Michael's Tavern & Steakhouse - ‬16 min drive - ‪Northwood Restaurant - ‬13 min drive - ‪Bob's Place - ‬11 min drive - ‪Alanson Depot Restaurant - ‬11 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Sweet Seclusion Cottage with 100 feet of Private frontage Pickerel Lake! pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet. ### What time is check-in at The Sweet Seclusion Cottage with 100 feet of Private frontage Pickerel Lake!? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at The Sweet Seclusion Cottage with 100 feet of Private frontage Pickerel Lake!? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is The Sweet Seclusion Cottage with 100 feet of Private frontage Pickerel Lake! located? > Nestled on the beach, this Alanson holiday home is steps from Pickerel Lake and 3 mi (4.9 km) from Crooked Vine Vineyard and Winery. Crooked Lake and Seasons of the North Winery are also within 6 miles (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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