Title: PINE COTTAGE - Pet Friendly Lakefront Cottage on Thayer 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 cabin # PINE COTTAGE - Pet Friendly Lakefront Cottage on Thayer Lake ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105590000/105588500/105588435/a79670c5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105590000/105588500/105588435/45e2d660.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105590000/105588500/105588435/42e0b9e9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105590000/105588500/105588435/5f3eec2d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105590000/105588500/105588435/1c0dd195.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Nestled in a serene lakefront setting, Pine Cottage at Thayer Lake Cottages offers an intimate retreat. Enjoy the warmth of your private bonfire pit or spend time on the water with rowboats, kayaks and canoes available for guest use. 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire cabin 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6 ## Popular amenities - Pet-friendly - Barbecue grill - Kitchen - Outdoor space - Air conditioning ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### PINE COTTAGE - Pet Friendly Lakefront Cottage on Thayer Lake Enjoy the quiet lakefront ambiance of the Pine Cottage at Thayer Lake Cottages. This 2 bed/1 bath cottage is an ideal option for smaller groups or families. The Pine comes complete with all of the essentials for a summer retreat including private bonfire pit, outdoor seating, grill, picnic table and private dock. Rowboats, kayaks and canoes are available for guest use. Pets are welcome subject to an additional pet fee. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cabin: WiFi ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Separate dining area ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture ### Comfort - Air conditioning ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - Up to 23 kg per pet ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Things to do - Boat - Kayak ### Safety features - No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Garden ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM Minimum check-in age - 21 ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions ### Check-out instructions The host requires you to complete the following before checking out: Strip any used beds and gather used towels Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish Turn off the lights and lock the doors Please strip used sheets and leave them on a pile on the beds. Leave soiled towels in the shower. Remove trash and place it in the dumpster by the shed Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host. ### Pets Pets are allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs only 3 total (up to 23 kg per pet) ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has indicated that 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 ## About the area Alden is home to this cabin. Elk Rapids District Library and Historic Elk Rapids Town Hall are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Torch Lake and Grass River Natural Area. [Visit our Alden travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Alden.dx3000421288) [View more Cabin rentals in Alden](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Alden-Cabins.d3000421288-aaCabins.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=44.928753,-85.283875&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:y_gqGd_pgO%3FU%3FU%40U%3FU%40U%40U%3FUBU%40U%40U%40UBUBSBUBUBSBUBUDSBUDSDUDSDSDSFSDSFSDQFSFSHQFQFQHSFQHQFOHQHQJOHQHOHOJMHQJMJMJOJMJMJMJMJKLMJKLKLKJKLKLILILKLGLILGLINILELGLGNGNELELENENCLENCNCNCLANCNALANANAN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FL%3FN%3FN%40N%40N%40N%40LBN%40NBNBLBNDLDNBNDLDNFLDLFNFLDLHLHNFLHLHLHLHJHLJLJLJJJLJJLJJLLJLJLJLJNHLJLJPHLJNHNHPHNHPHPHNFPHPFRHPFPFPFRFRDPFRFRDRFTDPDRBTDRDTBRDTBTBRBTBTBR%40T%40TBT%40T%40T%40T%40T%3FT%40T%3FT%3FT%3FT%3FV%3FT%3FTAT%3FTATARAVATCTATARCTCTCRCTCTERCTETERCRERERGTERGRGREPGRGRGPGPIPGPIPGRINIPIPININIPKLINKNKNILKNKJKNKLMLKJKLMJKJMJMHMJKJMHMHMHMHOFMHMFMFOFMFMDOFMDODOBMDOBMDOBOBO%40MBO%40O%40O%40O%3FO%40M%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FOAO%3FOAMAOAOCMAOCOCOEMCOCOEMEMEOEOGMGMGMGOGMIMGMIMGMKMIMKMKKIMKMKKKMMKKKMKMKMKMKOKMKOIOKOIMIQIOKOIQIQGOISGQIQGQGQIQGSGSEQGSESGSESEUESESESCUEUCSCUCUCSCUCUCSAUAUAUCW%3FSAUAU%3FUAU%3FU%3FW&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=xWX76yWnKcpeemF4vj8bTqcwixo=) Alden, MI ### What's nearby - Torch Lake - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles - Clam River - 2 min drive - 1.4 miles - Clam Lake - 3 min drive - 2.1 miles - Torch Lake Park - 9 min drive - 4.9 miles - Lake Bellaire - 12 min drive - 5.2 miles ### Getting around - Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 40 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Oasis Tavern - ‬24 min drive - ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min drive - ‪Short's Brewing Company - ‬14 min drive - ‪The Dockside - ‬3 min drive - ‪Shanty Creek Resorts - ‬19 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is PINE COTTAGE - Pet Friendly Lakefront Cottage on Thayer Lake pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 3 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet. ### What time is check-in at PINE COTTAGE - Pet Friendly Lakefront Cottage on Thayer Lake? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at PINE COTTAGE - Pet Friendly Lakefront Cottage on Thayer Lake? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is PINE COTTAGE - Pet Friendly Lakefront Cottage on Thayer Lake located? > Situated in Alden, this cabin is within 1 mi (2 km) of Clam River and Torch Lake. Clam Lake is 1.6 mi (2.5 km) away. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## PINE COTTAGE - Pet Friendly Lakefront Cottage on Thayer Lake Reviews 9.8 ### 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.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 9.8 Cleanliness ### 10 Location 10 - Excellent 14 8 - Good 2 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rod Y. 11 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Super accommodations and incredible views and location. Close to all the attractions but also somewhat secluded. Cabin was recently remolded and was perfect for my grandson and I. Would book again! ##### Rod Y. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Susan P. 28 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great place Very close to Torch Lake and many restaurants. Very quiet area. ##### Susan P. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### James & Lisa H. 18 Aug 2024 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great location! The location was wonderful! We enjoyed the lake and all its natural beauty and wildlife. The cabin was a little rough as far as needing updates, especially the plumbing fixtures. The bed and bedding were great! Very nice and private for us and the dogs. ##### James & Lisa H. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Pamela R. 22 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Peaceful week All the renovations made this cabin so much better to stay in. We had stayed 3 times previous, snd it was more of a rustic fishing cabin. Now it is a perfect cabin for anyone. We had great neighbors in the cabin next door too. Only bad thing about our stay was the fishing has really slacked off in the last 5 years. We didn't catch half as many as we have in past years. Overall, i would highly recommend thus cabin to anyone looking for peace and quiet in a beautiful setting. ##### Pamela R. 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