Title: Ames Cottage in Elk Rapids - Dog Friendly and Great Location! 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 # Ames Cottage in Elk Rapids - Dog Friendly and Great Location! Holiday home with kitchen, near Lake Michigan ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71760000/71752500/71752464/da265177.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71760000/71752500/71752464/a86b41ca.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71760000/71752500/71752464/6bebe73f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace, offices](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71760000/71752500/71752464/e9a623ca.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71760000/71752500/71752464/7d79c4ce.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location In the heart of Elk Rapids, Golden Swan Cottage invites you to experience a beloved Up North destination. With 3 bedrooms, a fully updated kitchen and wrap-around patio with grill, this charming cottage is perfect for family vacations - including your pup! Take short walks to Bass Lake or explore nearby Elk Lake and Torch Lake. 9.4 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 71300 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Dryer - Barbecue grill - Pet-friendly - Washer - Fireplace ## 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. ### Ames Cottage in Elk Rapids - Dog Friendly and Great Location! Summary: In the heart of Elk Rapids, this year- round 1,300 sq ft cottage keeps you close to all the reasons this area has become a beloved Up North destination. The 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, fully equipped kitchen and wrap-around outdoor patio with grill make this a perfect place for a vacation with family and friends - including your pup! ALL guests must be 25+ unless accompanied by a parent/guardian. \*\*Note pet fee below.\*\* The Space: Main Floor Fully Equipped Kitchen with bar seating and breakfast nook Living room with Electric Fireplace Full Bathroom with Tub and Shower Bedroom with a Queen Bed Bedroom with a Double Bed and Twin Bed Second Level Queen Primary Bedroom Full bathroom with a shower Outside there is a wrap around porch with plenty of seating and a large yard! Guest Access: For longer stays, all Golden Swan properties, and our lowest pricing, please find us at goldenswanmgt. The Neighborhood: Across the street is the Village Market, which has everything you could possibly need for groceries and incidentals. Nearby is Elk Lake, Torch Lake, and the East Arm of Lake Michigan's Grand Traverse Bay. Also close by are beautiful sandy beaches - it's truly a water lover's paradise. The town of Elk Rapids is quaint but mighty with great restaurants, shopping and a movie theater. Golf Courses, Ski Resorts, Wineries, Breweries and Distilleries are also nearby, and the bustling Jewel of the North, Traverse City, is only 17 miles south, along the bay... just a 30 minute drive. Please note- Noise Considerations: This is an urban property located on a high traffic road, which is great for easy access to local attractions, but some street/city noise should be expected. Sound Machine and earplugs will be provided. Other Things to Note: Please Note: All guests staying at this property must be 25 or older unless accompanied by a parent or guardian. This will be verified after booking confirmation. A damage waiver fee is required by Golden Swan for each stay. For this property, the fee is $79 and provides our guests with accidental damage coverage up to $1000. If the amount of damage exceeds this, or if the damage is found to have occurred with malicious intent, Golden Swan retains the right to seek damages beyond that amount. High chair and pack n play available upon request for an additional charge. Dogs are allowed with an additional fee. A maximum of two dogs are allowed at this residence. Please be advised that it is absolutely imperative for all renters to keep their dogs on a leash at all times. While we truly appreciate and value pets, ensuring that our furry friends are leashed or properly secured is of utmost importance to us. Please take your pup with you or kennel them when you leave the home. We cannot have lonely barking dogs left at our property. Please be considerate and clean up after your pet. There is a non-refundable credit card processing fee applied to all reservations. If the reservation is 14 days or longer there will be a required mid-stay clean. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Office ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a village - Near the bay ### Things to do - Golfing 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: 1,300 square feet ## Similar properties ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33250000/33245000/33244992/fcc137bf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Charming Family Cottage- downtown Elk Rapids, 2-blocks to town Elk Rapids - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 9.8 Exceptional 59 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-14&endDate=2025-10-15&selected=33244992&PinnedHotelID=33244992&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18790000/18786400/18786367/21dbfd59.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### BeachFrontRental-Tennis court&playground directly across the street!DogsWelcome Elk Rapids - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 10 Exceptional 84 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-14&endDate=2025-10-15&selected=18786367&PinnedHotelID=18786367&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Children’s area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/80000000/79100000/79095400/79095301/526e4689.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Bay Breeze. 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This will be verified after bookin... ### Pets Pets are allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Note from host: Charge may apply ### 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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 Ames Elk Rapids Elk Rapids 6148ac9685079a003235e006 Ames Cottage ELK RAPIDS Elk Rapids Ames Cottage ELK RAPIDS Private vacation home Ames Cottage ELK RAPIDS Private vacation home Elk Rapids ## 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%7C44.89939%2C-85.40073&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=I7sz4cBt4USrja4THm3FI5PNgEw=) Elk Rapids, MI #### What's nearby - Elk Rapids Golf Club - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles - Elk Lake - 1 min drive - 0.5 miles - Torch Lake - 15 min drive - 8.3 miles - Torch Lake Park - 26 min drive - 17.0 miles - Chateau Chantal - 47 min drive - 33.9 miles #### Getting around - Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 26 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Oasis Tavern - ‬5 min drive - ‪Pearl's New Orleans Kitchen - ‬6 min walk - ‪The Dam Shop - ‬15 min walk - ‪Johnny's Torch Riviera - ‬14 min drive - ‪Town Club - ‬16 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Ames Cottage in Elk Rapids - Dog Friendly and Great Location! pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Ames Cottage in Elk Rapids - Dog Friendly and Great Location!? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Ames Cottage in Elk Rapids - Dog Friendly and Great Location!? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Ames Cottage in Elk Rapids - Dog Friendly and Great Location! located? > Situated in Elk Rapids, this holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Elk Lake and Lake Michigan. Edward C. Grace Memorial Harbor and Elk Rapids Golf Club are also within 15 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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