Title: Shellway Cottage | Walk to Torch Lake Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=103914625&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Shellway Cottage | Walk to Torch Lake Holiday home with kitchen, 4-minute walk to Torch Lake ## Photo gallery for Shellway Cottage | Walk to Torch Lake ![Outdoor dining - Shellway Cottage | Walk to Torch Lake (Rapid City)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103920000/103914700/103914625/d0ac1c03.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Shellway Cottage | Walk to Torch Lake (Rapid City)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103920000/103914700/103914625/d3a232d9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Shellway Cottage | Walk to Torch Lake (Rapid City)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103920000/103914700/103914625/115a9918.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV - Shellway Cottage | Walk to Torch Lake (Rapid City)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103920000/103914700/103914625/8ba97ec6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining - Shellway Cottage | Walk to Torch Lake (Rapid City)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103920000/103914700/103914625/w2295h1536x9y0-07145f3e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Experience the charm of Torch Lake at Shellway Cottage. Gather with friends and family in the spacious living room, enjoy meals overlooking the back deck, or simply relax with a cup of coffee or glass of wine. With plenty off street parking and five comfortable beds, this home is perfect for your next getaway. ## Reviews 9.2 Wonderful ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6 ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - 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. ### Shellway Cottage | Walk to Torch Lake Summary: Enjoy a charming Northern Michigan getaway at Shellway Cottage, just a short walk (2/10 mile) to public access to Torch Lake. Perfect for families or groups, this home features hardwood floors, a spacious living area, and cozy sleeping arrangements with five beds, including bunk beds for the kids. Relax on the back deck, prepare meals in the fully equipped kitchen, and make lasting memories just minutes from the water. Guests can also bring a boat and use the nearby launch for lake adventures. The Space: \- 3 bedrooms | 4 beds | Sleeps up to 6 | 1 King, 1 Queen, 1 Double, 1 Bunk Bed \- 2 bathrooms \- Single-level layout with hardwood floors \- Comfortable living room for gathering \- Dining table seats 4 plus 2 bar seats \- Kitchen fully equipped for meal prep \- Back deck overlooking the yard, ideal for morning coffee or evening drinks \- Sleeping for families or groups with cozy bunk beds for kids Guest Access: \- Entire home and property, excluding the garage \- Back deck and yard \- Free off-street parking available The Neighborhood: \- Located near Torch Lake in a quiet, rural area \- Short walk to public lake access for boating, swimming, and fishing \- Close to Bellaire, Alden, and other Northern Michigan attractions \- Ideal for outdoor recreation, relaxing by the lake, and exploring local shops, dining, and wineries Getting Around: \- A car is recommended for exploring the area \- Plenty of off-street parking available \- Walkable access to the lake Other Things to Note: \- Rental agreement required \- Photo ID + copy of ID required for reservation confirmation \- Primary renters must be 25+ \- No smoking of any kind \- No pets \- Garage is off-limits to renters \- Check-in: 3 PM \- Check-out: 9 AM Interaction with Guests: \- Hosts are available by message or phone call if needed during your stay. ## 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 - Shower - Towels provided ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Location highlights - In a rural location ### Things to do - Optional golf privileges - Casino nearby - Cycling nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Scuba diving 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) ## Similar properties ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100810000/100801700/100801629/74b48c6a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Torch Lake Home: AC, arcades, game room, 3 min to Torch Lake! 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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 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 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 6824e96898fb8c000eb57a49 ## About the area Located in Rapid City, this holiday home is in a rural area. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Torch Lake and Lake Michigan. Guntzviller's Spirit of the Woods Museum and Music House Museum are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby scuba diving, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and cycling. [Visit our Rapid City travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Rapid-City.dx6340117) [View more Holiday homes in Rapid City](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Rapid-City-Private-Holiday-Homes.d6340117-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%7C44.85062%2C-85.31469&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=wqfZ7r8ocUGABev38irG2pVqrRk=) Rapid City, MI ### What's nearby - Torch Lake \- 5 min walk \- 0.3 miles - Torch River \- 10 min walk \- 0.6 miles - Torch Lake Park \- 5 min drive \- 2.9 miles - Front Street \- 39 min drive \- 27.4 miles - Boyne Mountain \- 52 min drive \- 47.5 miles ### Getting around - Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 30 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Oasis Tavern - ‬11 min drive - ‪Pearl's New Orleans Kitchen - ‬15 min drive - ‪Kritters Hide Away - ‬4 min drive - ‪The Dam Shop - ‬17 min drive - ‪Blue Water Bistro & Pizzeria - Torch Lake Pizza - ‬4 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Shellway Cottage | Walk to Torch Lake pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Shellway Cottage | Walk to Torch Lake? ### What time is check-in at Shellway Cottage | Walk to Torch Lake? ### What time is check-out at Shellway Cottage | Walk to Torch Lake? ### Where is Shellway Cottage | Walk to Torch Lake located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Shellway Cottage | Walk to Torch Lake Reviews ## Reviews ### Wonderful 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 7 8 - Good 2 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 9.4 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gabrielle M. 20 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Great location and nice personal touches like beach towels, and make up wipes in the bathroom! Fully stocked kitchen as well! ##### Gabrielle M. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Deb K. 28 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Beautiful property, lots of space for our family. We were returning guests and appreciate the location and space. I would recommend bringing extra blankets and note the 9AM checkout is very early. ##### Deb K. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Abbie L. 6 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cute cabin We had a great time at the property and found it to be conveniently located to the Sandbar. Quiet and clean. Communication with property manager was really great. ##### Abbie L. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### mike s. 5 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Great property great location everything we needed was there.beds extremely comfortable. This was the second year we rented the house! I felt like I was walking into my own home. Thx again for sharing your home ##### mike s. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gordon K. 30 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Torch lake on a budget Very clean, kitchen was well equipped. Bummed it didn't have an outside grill. Furnishings were in great shape and modern. The addition of access to the washer and dryer would be nice. ##### Gordon K. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### William S. 10 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great place, great location It was perfect foe us. The only negative was no availability of a dryer for beach towels. ##### William S. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Julie G. 27 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Clean and cozy The house was super clean and cozy. The only downfall is two out of the 3 bedrooms do not have a television, so our friends were a little disappointed in that, but everything else was great. Nice short drive to dock the boat and head to Torch Lake sandbar. WE LOVED IT! ##### Julie G. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024 ### 6/10 Okay #### Lesa T. 28 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy #### Clean house The house was as stated. It’s the only Vrbo I’ve ever stayed in that did not give access to washer/dryer. So that’s one reason I won’t stay there again. The house has a lovely shaded deck that we took full advantage. The street that the house faces is quiet with friendly neighbors. However, the street right next to the house is a cut thru and very noisy starting at 7am, then picks up again in the afternoon. The next door dirt bikes and 4 wheelers during dinner were also not appreciated. ##### Lesa T. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Darin D. 19 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Excellent family home. Very clean and well taken care of. Great service and friendly group! Very much recommend! ##### Darin D. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### William H. 12 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Bills blog All ok ##### William H. 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