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Cottage on South Torch Lake | SandBar | Waterfront

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TV
TV
Outdoor dining
Interior
3 bedrooms, WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Rapid City, MI
  • Place, Torch Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Torch Lake Park
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Front Street
    ‪39 min drive‬
  • Airport, Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪40 min drive‬

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About the area

Rapid City

This holiday home places you steps from Torch Lake and within a 20-minute stroll of Torch Lake Park. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, a washing machine and a balcony. .Home features 2 bathrooms, a TV and a coffee/tea maker. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. .With a stay at this Rapid City holiday home, you'll be 19.4 km (12.1 mi) from Lake Michigan.
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What's nearby

  • Torch Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Torch Lake Park - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Turtle Creek Casino - 20 min drive - 27.8 km
  • Traverse City Beach - 32 min drive - 39.0 km
  • Front Street - 39 min drive - 44.1 km

Getting around

  • Lansing, MI (LAN-Capital Region Intl.) - 174 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pearl's New Orleans Kitchen - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Oasis Tavern - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Blue Water Bistro & Pizzeria - Torch Lake Pizza - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Torch Lake Beer Company - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Alden Bar - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Cottage on South Torch Lake | SandBar | Waterfront

Summary:

This beautifully renovated two-story cottage offers the perfect blend of Up North charm and modern comfort, right on the south end of Torch Lake. Enjoy a private dock, sandy beach, fire pit, and BBQ grill with stunning lake views. Located just minutes from Alden, the famous Sandbar, Bellaire, and only 30 minutes from Traverse City, it’s an ideal spot for a relaxing getaway or a fun-filled family vacation.



The Space:

- 3 bedrooms | 5 beds | sleeps up to 6 | 1 Queen, 1 Double, 1 Bunk, 1 Single Bed

- 2 bathrooms

- Fully equipped kitchen with fridge, oven, microwave, and drip coffee maker

- Cozy living area with TV and comfortable seating

- Three bedrooms with a variety of sleeping arrangements

- Two bathrooms for convenience

- Patio/balcony for relaxing outdoors

- Private dock and lakefront with sandy beach

- Fire pit and BBQ grill for lakeside gatherings

- Air conditioning, washer and dryer, and family-friendly amenities



Guest Access:

- Full access to the entire home and property except the garage

- Parking limited to 2 vehicles (no trailers or extra cars)



The Neighborhood:

- South east end of Torch Lake with quick access to the Sandbar

- Minutes from Alden for dining, shopping, and ice cream

- Short drive to Bellaire, Traverse City, and local wineries



Getting Around:

- Driving recommended for local towns and attractions

- Boat access via private dock (pontoon or small boat) and mooring anchor



Other Things to Note:

- Rental agreement required

- Photo ID + copy of ID required

- Primary renters must be 25+

- No smoking at any time

- No pets

- Dock may not be suitable for speedboats depending on water levels; boats must be tied to mooring anchor



Interaction with Guests:

- Check in at the office in Alden

- Hosts are available by message or phone call if needed during your stay

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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
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Optional golf privileges
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling 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)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

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

Rules

No fireworks, firearms, parties, trailers, campers of any kind. Rental Agreement and Policies must be signed before you can receive check in instru...

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
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
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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Cottage on South Torch Lake | SandBar | Waterfront?

The closest beach to Cottage on South Torch Lake | SandBar | Waterfront is Dam Beach (10.8 km).

Does Cottage on South Torch Lake | SandBar | Waterfront have a pool?

No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Cottage on South Torch Lake | SandBar | Waterfront?

No, Cottage on South Torch Lake | SandBar | Waterfront does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Cottage on South Torch Lake | SandBar | Waterfront?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Cottage on South Torch Lake | SandBar | Waterfront?

No, pets are not allowed.

Cottage on South Torch Lake | SandBar | Waterfront Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kristen R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maggie E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Late Summer Vacation

Great property. Was worth the stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Victoria L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location

Property was clean and spacious. Met all our needs to enjoy a Torch lake vacation. Easy access to water with sandy bottom from dock. Enjoyed our stay, hope to return again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matt E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Exceeded Expectations

Cottage was in great shape. It was perfect for our family getaway. Property managers were available if needed and were exceptionally nice people. We really enjoyed our stay; would love to return next year
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024