Title: Torch Lake, Torch River Shack stay where Torch Lake Sandbar fun begins. Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=102340959&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire condo # Torch Lake, Torch River Shack stay where Torch Lake Sandbar fun begins. ## Photo gallery for Torch Lake, Torch River Shack stay where Torch Lake Sandbar fun begins. ![Pool - Torch Lake, Torch River Shack stay where Torch Lake Sandbar fun begins. (Rapid City)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102350000/102341000/102340959/2db1dbc4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Torch Lake, Torch River Shack stay where Torch Lake Sandbar fun begins. (Rapid City)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102350000/102341000/102340959/fe10830f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Torch Lake, Torch River Shack stay where Torch Lake Sandbar fun begins. (Rapid City)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102350000/102341000/102340959/4f58b0a7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace - Torch Lake, Torch River Shack stay where Torch Lake Sandbar fun begins. (Rapid City)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102350000/102341000/102340959/345eecc8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace - Torch Lake, Torch River Shack stay where Torch Lake Sandbar fun begins. (Rapid City)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102350000/102341000/102340959/ecc392bc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Torch Lake, Torch River Shack stay where Torch Lake Sandbar fun begins. provides a firepit and more. Active travellers can enjoy boating at this condo. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire condo 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8 ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning - Parking available - Barbecue grill - Fireplace ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire condo to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Torch Lake, Torch River Shack stay where Torch Lake Sandbar fun begins. This AMAZING apartment is newly remodeled this year! Stay here and you will enjoy breath taking views of Torch River and Torch Lake. A quaint two-bedroom, one bath apartment located above the Torch River Shack right on the Torch River, just walking distance (\~500 feet) from the Famous Torch Lake Sandbar. With a twin sized pullout extra oversized chair, it can sleep up to eight people. Parking for one car but no RVs please. Boat Trailer parking is possible offsite. This is a weekly rental from May - October that rents Friday to Friday. We recommend you bring your boat to fully enjoy the gorgeous Torch Lake waters. This unit includes an outdoor slip for a boat of 25 feet or less. But if you don’t have a boat, we have rental pontoons that seat up to 14 people available at a discounted rate onsite. We do not allow pets, smoking, fireworks, or outdoor fire-pits other than ours. Please note there are outdoor surveillance cameras for your added security. This rental is directly above Torch River Shack so you can easily enjoy delicious Guernsey Ice Cream, Amazing fresh Pizza, Beer, Wine and our famous Adult Slushie’s are just a quick hop downstairs. If you are wanting to venture out this rental it is a 5-minute drive to Alden, 15 minutes to Elk Rapids, and 35 minutes to Bellaire or Traverse City. This area has attractions for all ages in your party; Wine Tasting, Breweries, Golfing, Hiking, Shopping, Paddle Boarding, Kayaking, Canoeing, Jet Skiing, and Boating the chain of lakes are just to name a few. ## Property amenities ### Ski - Close to skiing - Snowboarding nearby ### Internet - Available in the condo: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Location highlights - In a village - Near the marina - On a lake - On a river - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Boat - Birdwatching nearby - Casino nearby - Cycling nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Hunting nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Rafting nearby - Sailing nearby - Sledding nearby - Snorkelling nearby - Snowmobiling nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby - Water tubing 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) ## Similar properties ![Cottage (4 Bedrooms) | Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107550000/107549500/107549498/cefec996.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Torch Lake Getaway w/ Private Beach + Boat Dock! 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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 Rapid City, this condo is on the waterfront. 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. Take in the nearby slopes with snowboarding and skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as sledging and snowmobiling. [Visit our Rapid City travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Rapid-City.dx6340117) [View more Condo rentals in Rapid City](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Rapid-City-Condos.d6340117-aaCondos.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%7C44.84999%2C-85.32722&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=NzTHGpVeIVHX_-cA_TnADYeekeY=) Rapid City, MI ### What's nearby - ![Heading up Torch River we spied several of these beauties. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6338717/1e22176d-12cf-42a4-bddc-52eaac91e9dd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Torch River 1 min walk \- 0.0 miles - ![The drop off at Torch Lake in northern Michigan; Shutterstock ID 748887706; purchase_order: SP-1269 HA 2018 Batch 1; Order: ; client: ; other:](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6338717/4ec1b1d4-8e29-4ef8-9f46-fdffac545888.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Torch Lake 1 min walk \- 0.1 miles - ![Aerial view of Petoskey and Little Traverse Bay, Michigan](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/720908223088177152/17cb24de-0654-4717-ac57-ef4e21312b72.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Traverse City Beach 33 min drive \- 24.7 miles - ![Pie is Life! ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3577/46519bfa-739e-470f-b723-fd8d051380e4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Front Street 40 min drive \- 27.9 miles - ![In my much younger and foolish days, I would downhill ski at Caberfae (Cadillac, MI) and Snow Snake (Harrison, MI). ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6092399/083a4444-5cbc-46d1-8c17-e8c3da637172.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Boyne Mountain 53 min drive \- 48.0 miles ### Getting around - Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) 32 min drive ### Restaurants - Oasis Tavern 9 min drive - Pearl's New Orleans Kitchen 13 min drive - Blue Water Bistro & Pizzeria - Torch Lake Pizza 5 min drive - Alden Bar 8 min drive - Torch Lake Beer Company 7 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Torch Lake, Torch River Shack stay where Torch Lake Sandbar fun begins. pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Torch Lake, Torch River Shack stay where Torch Lake Sandbar fun begins.? ### What time is check-in at Torch Lake, Torch River Shack stay where Torch Lake Sandbar fun begins.? ### What time is check-out at Torch Lake, Torch River Shack stay where Torch Lake Sandbar fun begins.? ### Where is Torch Lake, Torch River Shack stay where Torch Lake Sandbar fun begins. located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Torch Lake, Torch River Shack stay where Torch Lake Sandbar fun begins. 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 3 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dave S. 25 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Awesome place Perfect location and stay was perfect! ##### Dave S. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michelle G. 17 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy We had such a wonderful stay at Torch River Shack! The cabin had everything we needed and more—cozy, clean, and thoughtfully stocked. The view was absolutely beautiful, the perfect place to relax and enjoy nature. Our host was so kind and attentive, making sure we had everything we needed throughout our stay. We couldn’t have asked for a better experience and can’t wait to come back! ##### Michelle G. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### James R. 16 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great location in the heart of the action on Torch Lake We love this part of Michigan, and now have spent time there for two summers in a row. This stay made it so we have found a home base. ##### James R. 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