On lake.You'll find Lake Michigan and Torch Lake within 3 miles (5 km) of this Kewadin cottage. Also, Elk Lake is within half a mile (1 km) and Elk Rapids Golf Club is within 3 miles (5 km).
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
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.
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
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 22
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
No pets allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Note from host: Children must be supervised by an adult all times!
Important information
You need to know
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
Onsite 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Frequently asked questions
How close is Private Elk Lake Cottage minutes from Elk Rapids to the airport?
This cottage is 19.6 mi (32-min drive) away from the Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.
Does Private Elk Lake Cottage minutes from Elk Rapids have an airport shuttle?
Airport shuttle services are not available at this cottage.
Does Private Elk Lake Cottage minutes from Elk Rapids offer free breakfast?
This cottage does not offer free breakfast.
Is there a casino at Private Elk Lake Cottage minutes from Elk Rapids?
No, there is no casino at this cottage, but Turtle Creek Casino (23-min drive) is nearby.
What time is check-in at Private Elk Lake Cottage minutes from Elk Rapids?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
Is there free parking at Private Elk Lake Cottage minutes from Elk Rapids?
Free parking is not available at this cottage.
Does Private Elk Lake Cottage minutes from Elk Rapids have a pool?
This cottage does not have a pool.
Does Private Elk Lake Cottage minutes from Elk Rapids have a spa?
There are no spa services available at this cottage.
How close is Private Elk Lake Cottage minutes from Elk Rapids to downtown Kewadin?
This cottage is 0.1 mi away from Kewadin.
Private Elk Lake Cottage minutes from Elk Rapids Reviews
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 28 reviews
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Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 28 reviews
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9.6/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Kari S.
Apr 7, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic stay!
It was an amazing time; wonderful location, great host. We will definitely be coming back. Appreciate it!
Kari S.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Laurie M.
Jan 4, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
New years eve
It was a wonderful property, close to downtown elk rapids and grocery store. I would definitely recommend.
Laurie M.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Nick P.
Sep 29, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
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.
Nick P.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
8/10 Good
Deborah K.
Sep 15, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
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
Deborah K.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Gary G.
Sep 11, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
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!
Gary G.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Abby I.
Aug 27, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
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.
Abby I.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Sandra F.
Aug 14, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Sandra F.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jessica S.
Aug 10, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Jessica S.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Mark J.
Jul 31, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Mark J.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
10/10 Excellent
Sue M.
Jul 28, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
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.
Sue M.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Leslie G.
Jul 22, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
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!
Leslie G.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
8/10 Good
kent d.
Jun 26, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
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.
kent d.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Meghan H., Columbus, OH
May 30, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
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!
Meghan H.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
8/10 Good
bob y., Where do you live?
Aug 30, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Elk Lake
Great access to Torch, Elk Lake is beautiful
Could use some updates on the property
bob y.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Jocelyn B.
Aug 13, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
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!!
Jocelyn B.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Matt m.
Aug 7, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay
Will come back again in future
Matt m.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
8/10 Good
Lexi C., Kansas
Jul 3, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Best back yard
The back of the house is the main attraction for this property. They have beautiful view, well maintained deck and yard. Lots of toys and games. Multiple kayaks and a SUP. Life jackets provided as well.
Lexi C.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Kim S.
May 14, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Elk Lafe stay
Amazing home with an Awesome view. The entire group loved it!
Kim S.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
8/10 Good
Sue W., Traverse City, MI
Dec 28, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Family Christmas
We spent 3 days at the house right after Christmas. The beautiful deck was shoveled when we arrived, but way too cold to be outside much. The basement game room is not heated but we found once we got playing & moving around, we warmed up just fine. Overall, we enjoyed our time at the house.
Sue W.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
10/10 Excellent
Benjamin C.
Nov 27, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Thanksgiving family stay
Everything was as described, we hope to rent it again in the summer.
Benjamin C.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022
10/10 Excellent
Corey B.
Sep 26, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Great Place, Great View!
The house was all clean and ready to go on our arrival. The view was excellent, we had a bottle of wine waiting for us, and firewood prepped by the pit. Communication was easy and we wouldn't hesitate to stay there again!
Corey B.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
10/10 Excellent
Courtney W.
Sep 19, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend with friends
Perfect location and this house was exactly what my friends I needed for a weekend getaway. The property manager was excellent with responding when we needed anything and was always helpful with locations to see in elk rapids during our stay. We would stay here again!
Courtney W.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
10/10 Excellent
Kathrine G.
Jul 20, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Spectacular views with many indoor and outdoor recreation amenities to balance relaxation and fun!
This home is right on crystal blue water with spectacular views and many indoor and outdoor recreation amenities to balance relaxation and fun! Perfect location to enjoy a personal beach and campfire after the fun of Traverse City. Very short ride to Torch Lake. Owners are highly responsive and accommodating. Just what our families needed to unwind and rejuvenate.
Kathrine G.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Lauren H.
Jul 19, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
The perfect up north location
This cottage was perfect for my family get together in northern Michigan. It’s only 25 minutes from the Traverse city airport and has plenty of beds, chairs, and kayaks for guests! The deck was a great spot to hang out in an open, comfortable space. It was also helpful to contain all of the kids we had with us. We loved the location and the lake. Elk lake is such a beautiful, clean lake to explore!
Lauren H.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Alan D.
Jun 27, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome Views!!
The pictures do not do this place justice, as you cannot imagine the incredible location and views of this home! Trevor and his wife were very accommodating for us, as we needed to get in a bit early, and they let us freshen up before the check in time. There were plenty of water toys, the fire pit was awesome at night, and the house had everything that we needed to stay for a week, as described. Also, we had access to the lake, golfing, and Elk Rapids shopping and dining. We will definitely stay again!