Across from Torch Lake, this vacation home invites you to unwind in a serene lakeside setting. The house features a full kitchen, dining area for up to 9 people, and cozy bedrooms including a master suite with walk-in closet. Enjoy the romantic fire pit and hammock outback or explore miles of trails through the forest behind the house.
Reviews
9.89.8 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 92000 sq ft
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free Wi-Fi
Air-conditioning
Outdoor space
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About this property
Walk to the Lake/Sandbar in under 3 Minutes!!
Nestled just across the road from the crystal-clear waters of Torch Lake, this inviting home is the perfect setting for a memorable family getaway. With two public lake and sandbar access points less than a 3-minute walk away, you’ll have easy access to one of Michigan’s most beautiful destinations. You’re also just minutes from the charming shops and restaurants of downtown Alden (2.3 miles) and a short drive to Elk Rapids (13 miles).
Inside, the home is thoughtfully designed for comfort and connection. The fully equipped kitchen—complete with stove, oven, dishwasher, and microwave—makes it easy to prepare meals, while the adjacent dining area comfortably seats up to nine, perfect for gathering together. A convenient laundry room with washer and dryer is also available.
The main level features a spacious master suite tucked at the back of the house, offering a king-sized bed, TV, walk-in closet, and private bathroom. A second bedroom includes a cozy twin-over-full bunk bed and closet, with a nearby half bath. At the front of the home, the living room serves as a warm and inviting gathering space for relaxing and spending time together, while the covered porch offers peaceful glimpses of Torch Lake through the trees.
Upstairs, you’ll find two additional bedrooms, a full bath, and a convenient kitchenette with a compact fridge, microwave, and coffee maker—perfect for added privacy or extended family stays. Both upstairs bedrooms feature comfortable queen beds—one with serene wooded views and a 42” smart TV, and the other offering glimpses of Torch Lake along with a cozy reading nook.
The spacious four-car garage has been thoughtfully converted into a fun-filled game room, featuring a pool table, ping pong table, and two picnic tables—creating the perfect spot for family gatherings, friendly competition, and making lasting memories together.
Out back, the magic continues with a romantic fire pit, a relaxing hammock, and a grill for family cookouts. Step beyond the backyard and you’ll find yourself immersed in peaceful forest trails—perfect for exploring, unwinding, and making lasting memories together.
This home is located in a quiet residential neighborhood, and we kindly ask guests to respect our neighbors. This vacation home is designed for families looking to create meaningful, lifelong memories—not for loud parties or large gatherings.
Property amenities
Ski
Cross-country skiing nearby
Snowboarding nearby
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Car required
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Toaster
Bedrooms
4 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
2.5 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Towels provided
Living spaces
Living room
Entertainment
Books
DVD player
Games
TV with cable/satellite channels
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
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
Near a health/beauty spa
Near a hospital
Near the marina
Things to do
Arcade/game room
Billiards/pool table
Table tennis
Basketball nearby
Birdwatching nearby
Casino nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Hunting nearby
Ice skating nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Parasailing nearby
Sailing nearby
Sledding nearby
Snowmobiling nearby
Swimming nearby
Water skiing nearby
Water tubing nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Windsurfing 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)
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
Rules
No more than 4 day guests
Quiet hours 10pm to 8am
No loud music on property. No fireworks.
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Note from host: Torch Lake's sandy and shallow bottom is ideal.
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 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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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
We should mention
A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Rapid City is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Torch Lake and Lake Michigan. 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 Rapid City travel guide
Is Walk to the Lake/Sandbar in under 3 Minutes!! pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Walk to the Lake/Sandbar in under 3 Minutes!!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Walk to the Lake/Sandbar in under 3 Minutes!!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Walk to the Lake/Sandbar in under 3 Minutes!!?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Walk to the Lake/Sandbar in under 3 Minutes!! located?
This family-friendly Rapid City holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Torch Lake Park and Torch Lake. Torch River is 1.5 mi (2.3 km) away.
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Walk to the Lake/Sandbar in under 3 Minutes!! Reviews
Reviews
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We enjoyed another wonderful week in this Torch Lake area home! You can always count on Anja's VRBO properties to be extremely clean and well-appointed. We plan to return next summer!
The home is really nice and we had a good amount of space for our families, 4 teens and 4 adults. Kitchen has everything we needed, beds were comfortable, bathrooms were clean, and washer/dryer worked well. The garage was great for games and the front porch and backyard fire pit gave us space to enjoy the outdoors. We enjoyed our week at Torch Lake.
Perfect home for a family vacation. Location across the street from Torch Lake was convenient and access to pontoon boat rental was a plus. Owners were friendly and responsive to any issues that we encountered. The home was near several towns, beaches and parks. Would highly recommend for families with children. Great experience overall.
The place was perfect for us. Lots of kitchen ware and great beds. We had a whole family reunion and on our night the garage and fire pit worked out perfectly. The location was excellent we went to Traverse City and Charlevoix.both about 35 m. We plan on going back.
We had a wonderful time at this house. Everything we needed was provided including some starter s’mores ingredients. House and property were a beautiful area that let us explore many nearby cities. We enjoyed sitting on the porch and watching the lake the most.
Thank you!
This house has everything you need. Plenty of space and activities to keep you busy. We enjoyed the firepit, garage games and hiking trails! She has supplied everything you need for kitchen neccessities. Everything is labeled and very organized down to a first aid kit and emergency supplies. Our only complaint is the road is fairly busy and loud which was unexpected. But that’s really the only complaint.
Everything about this property is excellent...location, cleanliness, friendly communication with owner. We have stayed here a number of times and will continue to book this home.
Excellent location and very well stocked with everything needed for an exceptional stay. Loved the fire pit area! The only downsides were the two sofas in the living room which need to have cushions re-stuffed or replaced and the lack of a private access to the beautiful Torch Lake. The house was very clean.
First time renting a vacation home and my experience was amazing. The weather did not cooperate with our stay but everything else did. I was very happy with all the supplies available and the fun we could have on the property despite the rain. The home suited our family of 5 adults and my 10 month old granddaughter. Looking forward to renting again.
One of the best VRBO’s I’ve stayed at. Very well stocked, very clean and a great host. Even came by to say hi and let us know if we needed anything just let her know. Definitely highly recommend.
I can’t say enough about Torch Lake, or this property! Beautifully clean and organized, pretty much everything you need is already here: beach towels, floats, even bug spray. The frog pond and campfire circle are ridiculously relaxing to sit aside. Owners just across the street, too! Great experience. 10/10
The property was 99% perfection. The house was clean and spacious. Bathroom, kitchen and living room space was perfect for the 8 guests we had. The pool and ping pong really added to our family experience along with the perfect fire pit in the back yard with really gave it a camping feel. Location was ideal near the Village Market and town of Alden. The only way it could have better was if it was right on Torch Lake, thus the 99%. But for the price, the property was ideal. Loved it.
Anja had a beautiful home. Plenty of space and garage is massive!
She had a nice note welcoming us with stuff for s’mores to enjoy when having a fire. Plenty of wood was there for us to use.
We recommend!
An excellent choice for our four-generation family vacation!
Our four-generation family stayed at this wonderful cabin and we absolutely loved it! It was immaculately clean and very comfortable. Must see in person, the pictures just don't do it justice! The garage playroom was a godsend with our 2 year old granddaughter and 12 year old grandson! When the weather was a bit inclement, they had a space to burn off all of their energy!
The hosts were absolutely awesome and responded to any questions we had so quickly. I raved about our stay to friends and now they're going to book this gem too!
The house was very clean and it had everything we needed. The owner was very hospitable. Centrally located so don’t have to travel long to Traverse City or other places in northern Michigan.
Thank you Anja for being an amazing host. The home was beautiful and clean. It was the perfect place for our annual girls trip. The front porch was a great spot to enjoy a glass of wine and take in the Torch lake views. We enjoyed sitting around the fire pit and catching up. The link to pontoon rental was an awesome bonus. Definitely one of our top vacations thus far.
“The misfit’s” group of 8 friends loved this place!!!
There was 8 adults that fit pretty comfortably in this house and we had a blast. Everything here you need is here. Very clean and not far from boat launches too. Thank you for maki g our vacation so amazing!!