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Private Elk Lake Cottage minutes from Elk Rapids

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A deck with wicker furniture and cushions, overlooking a grassy area with a view of the sea and trees. - Private Elk Lake Cottage minutes from Elk Rapids (Kewadin)
A view through a window with a wooden structure and a grassy area in front of a body of water. - Private Elk Lake Cottage minutes from Elk Rapids (Kewadin)
A cozy kitchen with a view of the water, a dining area with chairs, and a living room with a sofa and a decorative pillow. - Private Elk Lake Cottage minutes from Elk Rapids (Kewadin)
A snowy deck area with a sledding path leading to a body of water. - Private Elk Lake Cottage minutes from Elk Rapids (Kewadin)
A modern kitchen with a central island, pendant lighting, and a dining area with a glass table and chairs. - Private Elk Lake Cottage minutes from Elk Rapids (Kewadin)
You can look forward to golfing on-site, a firepit and a garden at Private Elk Lake Cottage minutes from Elk Rapids. Active travellers can enjoy kayaking at this cottage. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices), and guests can find other amenities, such as a playground and an arcade/games room.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 13

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

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About this property

Private Elk Lake Cottage minutes from Elk Rapids

  • Location! Minutes from Elk Rapids, the whole group will enjoy this spacious cottage right on Elk Lake, sandy bottom beach, and large yard. Amazing views of the lake from the open floor plan. Overlooking the private space through the wall of oversized sliders. 1000 sq. foot deck with plenty of lounging and dining areas. Four bedrooms and full walkout basement with plenty of toys! We are currently upgrading furniture.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

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

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Foosball table
  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Snow sports gear
  • Table tennis
  • Tennis
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
If you have the time please start a small load of towels with soap provided. Thank you!
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Children must be supervised by an adult all times!

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 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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 Kewadin, this cottage is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Torch Lake. Travelling with kids? Consider Guntzviller's Spirit of the Woods Museum and Music House Museum. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or try out other outdoor activities such as sledging and snowmobiling. Visit our Kewadin travel guide
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Kewadin, MI

What's nearby

  • A sunset over a calm lake with a forested shoreline.
    Elk Lake
    1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • A marina with boats docked, a wooden railing, and a glass of beer.
    Grand Traverse Bay
    5 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • An aerial view of a turquoise sea with boats anchored near the shore.
    Torch Lake
    5 min drive - 3.6 miles
  • A cable car system with passengers, set against a backdrop of autumn-colored trees.
    Boyne Mountain
    58 min drive - 48.7 miles
  • A-Ga-Ming Golf Resort
    14 min drive - 9.6 miles

Getting around

  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    32 min drive

Restaurants

  • Oasis Tavern
    6 min walk
  • Johnny's Torch Riviera
    9 min drive
  • Pearl's New Orleans Kitchen
    4 min drive
  • The Dam Shop
    6 min drive
  • Riverwalk Grill and Taproom
    5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Private Elk Lake Cottage minutes from Elk Rapids pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Private Elk Lake Cottage minutes from Elk Rapids?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Private Elk Lake Cottage minutes from Elk Rapids?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private Elk Lake Cottage minutes from Elk Rapids?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Private Elk Lake Cottage minutes from Elk Rapids located?

This family-friendly Kewadin cottage is located on the waterfront, within 2 mi (3 km) of Elk Lake and Lake Michigan. Torch Lake is 2.8 mi (4.4 km) away.

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Reviews

Private Elk Lake Cottage minutes from Elk Rapids Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.6

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 36 out of 46 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 46 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 46 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 46 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 46 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great cottage!

My family had a wonderful time here. A great location near the town and a fantastic view of the lake. A lot of space and amenities for family fun. Highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Elk Lake

Great access to Torch, Elk Lake is beautiful Could use some updates on the property
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Trevor was wonderful at communicating and the beachfront was fantastic! It was very clean but may be a bit to close to the road especially with younger children Overall we enjoyed our stay and Trevor was a great host
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Place!

We loved staying at this house. It had plenty of room for 8 of us and loved everything it had to offer. The location was great. Close to so many things. They had kayaks and paddle boards for us to use and a great back yard to have fires every night and enjoy the amazing view of the lake. Thank you for an amazing week. We will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Outstanding venue for large family lake vacation!

Loon cottage is the perfect location for a large group wanting a lake getaway. The large beautiful yard is perfect for games and bonfires. It's located on a great area of the lake that is also very convenient to Elk Rapids and Traverse City. The inside of the cottage is setup to be very comfortable and has a game room on the lower level. The host was incredibly responsive. Our group had a perfect vacation here and we highly recommend it.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous Family Lake Vacation

My mom/sisters/I rented this home for a week of fun with our kids ranging from 16 months to 16 years - and we had a blast! The yard, lake access, and deck were perfect! We didn't spend much time indoors but the beds were comfy and we were able to make nice meals and watch some Olympics. We also rented a pontoon boat and a lily pad which made spending time on Elk Lake even better.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Elk Lake - 2023

I wanted to leave a negative review so fewer people would come stay here, (then we could have the place to ourselves) but we had such an amazing time, I can’t do it. Trevor responded quickly to all my questions and the place was very clean, well stocked and better than other VRBO places we have stayed. Already booked for next year!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect family getaway!

We were thrilled with the indoor and outdoor spaces with this property. As reviews stated there is some road noise being near a busier road, but the amenities and the view make it barely noticeable. We enjoyed sipping wine on the outdoor deck, overlooking the lake, as well as roasting s’mores around the large and tidy fire pit. We had one full day of rain but had plenty to entertain both the adults and kiddos. Excellent host communication. Will stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

Michigan family reunion

The view and property out to the lake was superb. Swimming off the property was a bit challenging for our older family members. The cottage offered plenty of sleeping capacity. Much of the cottage interior was rather "tired"...could use some sprucing up. Otherwise it was functional for our purposes.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Would stay here again!

Stayed here for a weekend trip with 11 of my close girl friends. The house had more than enough seating and beds for all of us. The house was clean, private, in a great location (reasonably close to Traverse City) and overall well furnished for a large group. We were a big fan of the view of the lake from the deck along with the abundance of comfortable seating outside. The house was ready a few hours prior to our scheduled check-in time and the host communicated effectively. The house instructions were clear and the host didn't ask much of us prior to check-out. Overall, would definitely recommend this property to groups of 13 or less.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely place- even better than the photos!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a large family group to participate in Bayshore. This was a perfect place a short drive from TC. The house had lots of room and a beautiful view of Elk Lake. Check in and check out was simple.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A beautiful property we lots of space for activities and fun things nearby
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to stay

Will come back again in future
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lake front yard was awesome!!

We enjoyed being in the lake and all the paddle boards and kayaks available
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect for out sister get a way
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic stay!

It was an amazing time; wonderful location, great host. We will definitely be coming back. Appreciate it!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The lake view is stunning. The property has a large yard which is perfect for the kids. Close to quaint town with beach access to the bay. We will definitely come back.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was nixe big! The host Trevor, was great! We had a wonderful sister weekend. I'd recommend this place tk anyone looking to getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was amazing! House was better than pictured and we particularly loved the view and spending time by the water/firepit & on the water toys! Communication from Trevor was great and check in/check out was the easiest I’ve ever experienced. Hoping to book again next year
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Elk Lafe stay

Amazing home with an Awesome view. The entire group loved it!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

New years eve

It was a wonderful property, close to downtown elk rapids and grocery store. I would definitely recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a family get together. The location and home exceeded our expectations. From the easy check in to all the amenities available we were very pleased. We enjoyed the provided kayaks and paddle boards. The fire pit got plenty of use. Everything we needed, except maybe a better wine opener. The accommodations made for a perfect week. Thanks Trevor.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an absolutely wonderful time at this property! Our family gathered here for a week, and it was the perfect spot for relaxing, swimming, and boating. The house was spacious, clean, and comfortable, with a big deck that became our go-to spot for coffee in the morning.The lake was beautiful, the sandy-bottom water was ideal, and we made some of our best memories sitting around the wood firepit together at night. The host was responsive and easy to work with, and everything was exactly as described (if not better). We’d highly recommend this property for anyone looking for a peaceful and fun lake vacation—we’d love to come back!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Kewadin House.

This house is a fabulous property. Clean and cozy, with all the amenities you could think of! Very easy to communicate with the owners and they left us some great recommendations for some local hotspots and a very delicious bottle of wine from a local winery. Definitely a 10 out of 10!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022