Title: Family friendly Waterfront cabin on Bass Lake in Elk Rapids, MI Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=183367&destination=Elk+Rapids%2C+Michigan%2C+United+States+of+America&selected=102075542&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Family friendly Waterfront cabin on Bass Lake in Elk Rapids, MI ## Photo gallery for Family friendly Waterfront cabin on Bass Lake in Elk Rapids, MI ![Property grounds - Family friendly Waterfront cabin on Bass Lake in Elk Rapids, MI (Elk Rapids)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102080000/102075600/102075542/1f5251d1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior - Family friendly Waterfront cabin on Bass Lake in Elk Rapids, MI (Elk Rapids)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102080000/102075600/102075542/3c6ebce5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio - Family friendly Waterfront cabin on Bass Lake in Elk Rapids, MI (Elk Rapids)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102080000/102075600/102075542/ee0450f4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Family friendly Waterfront cabin on Bass Lake in Elk Rapids, MI (Elk Rapids)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102080000/102075600/102075542/d5100670.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, travel cot, WiFi, bed sheets - Family friendly Waterfront cabin on Bass Lake in Elk Rapids, MI (Elk Rapids)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102080000/102075600/102075542/7fe23ed1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Perched on serene Bass Lake, this family-friendly cottage offers a tranquil retreat. Enjoy kayaking, fishing, and swimming or gather around the bonfire for an evening under the stars. With numerous yard games and nearby public beaches on Grand Traverse Bay. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10 ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Air-conditioning - Outdoor space - Parking available ## 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. ### Family friendly Waterfront cabin on Bass Lake in Elk Rapids, MI Family friendly cottage on serene Bass Lake located in the charming village of Elk Rapids. At the cottage guests can enjoy kayaking, fishing, swimming, bonfires, and numerous yard games . There are several public beaches on Grand Traverse Bay a short distance from the cottage and the area abounds with nature trails, a movie theatre, tennis, basketball, and pickle ball courts, shopping, restaurants, and more.. Centrally located between Traverse City and Petoskey for yet more adventures. ## Property amenities ### Beach - On the beach - Beach loungers - Beach towels ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee grinder - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1.5 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace ### Entertainment - Games ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Things to do - Bicycles - Kayak ### 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Bicycles - Garden ## Similar properties ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/127000000/126660000/126652600/126652573/e051ea1d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Coastal Hideaway on Ames. 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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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has not indicated whether 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 Located in Elk Rapids, this holiday home is on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Torch Lake. Guntzviller's Spirit of the Woods Museum and Music House Museum are also worth visiting. [Visit our Elk Rapids travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Elk-Rapids.dx183367) [View more Holiday homes in Elk Rapids](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Elk-Rapids-Private-Holiday-Homes.d183367-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![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%7C44.90687%2C-85.40312&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=E4dLGyw_OOSYf9hnXj99ppO47QA=) Elk Rapids, MI ### What's nearby - ![No rain this morning but the clouds were spectacular on Elk Lake. Beauty in nature. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/183367/d0f31e0b-3f83-4925-b06d-54b291277050.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Elk Lake 3 min drive \- 1.6 miles - Rotary Park 13 min walk \- 0.7 miles - Elk Rapids District Library 20 min walk \- 1.1 miles - Historic Elk Rapids Town Hall 3 min drive \- 1.4 miles - Elk Rapids Golf Club 3 min drive \- 1.8 miles ### Getting around - Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) 25 min drive ### Restaurants - Oasis Tavern 7 min drive - Pearl's New Orleans Kitchen 3 min drive - The Dam Shop 2 min drive - Masala Magic by Anita 14 min walk - Town Club 19 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Family friendly Waterfront cabin on Bass Lake in Elk Rapids, MI pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Family friendly Waterfront cabin on Bass Lake in Elk Rapids, MI? ### What time is check-in at Family friendly Waterfront cabin on Bass Lake in Elk Rapids, MI? ### What time is check-out at Family friendly Waterfront cabin on Bass Lake in Elk Rapids, MI? ### Where is Family friendly Waterfront cabin on Bass Lake in Elk Rapids, MI located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Family friendly Waterfront cabin on Bass Lake in Elk Rapids, MI Reviews ## Reviews ### 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) 10 - Excellent 2 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rebecca D. 25 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Recommended Stay My boyfriend and my son, along with my sister and her two teenage daughters stayed a few days at the cottage and were very pleased with the house and property. It was clean and organized and stocked with everything we could of needed from inside to outside. We are already trying to plan our trip here again! :) ##### Rebecca D. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Deborah G. 8 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful and peaceful Great house on a quiet little lake. Owner was very attentive. We would definitely come back again next summer! ##### Deborah G. 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