Historic 5BR Cottage Near Trails with Crooked Lake Views

Alanson, Michigan
$590 avg/night Minimum Stay 2 Nights
Bed 6

Bed

Bath 5

Bath

Home Cottage

Property Type

Sleep 12

Max Sleeps

Night 2 nights

Min Stay

Step into this beautifully preserved historic home, where original wood double doors open to a welcoming retreat filled with timeless character and subtle mid-century style. Thoughtfully designed for connection and comfort, this home is ideal for family gatherings, multi-generational stays, or group getaways in the heart of Northern Michigan.

The Common Space
• Spacious, light-filled main-level living area designed for gathering
• Large sectional sofa perfectfor relaxing and socializing
• Cozy gas fireplace for cool Northern Michigan evenings
• Record player for music and ambiance
• Ten-person dining table ideal for shared meals, games, and long conversations
• Floor-to-ceiling original glass doors that bring in natural light

Kitchen & Home Amenities
• Fully equipped kitchen with modern appliances for easy group cooking
• Laundry/mudroom with convenient outdoor access
• Large, fully fenced backyard—with firepit, BBQ Grill, and Outdoor porch seating
• Window A/C units and ceiling fans in every bedroom for warm-weather comfort
• Dedicated Wi-Fi for working and streaming your favorite shows

Bedrooms & Bathrooms
• 5 bedrooms | 7 bathrooms (4 full, 3 half)
• Comfortably sleeps large groups while offering privacy for everyone
• Main-floor bedroom for easy access and flexibility
• Upper-level bedrooms each include a private half bath or ensuite
• Bonus bunk room available at no additional cost (upon request)

Location Highlights
• Located directly across the street from beautiful Crooked Lake - park access
• Just one block from the North Western State Trail
• Easy access to biking, running, and walking paths
• Close to the Little Traverse Wheelway
• Short drive to Northern Michigan’s favorite towns, lakes, and attractions

Home Layout
Main Level
• Living Area
• Full Kitchen
• Half Bathroom
• Bedroom One: King Bed (Garden Room) with Ensuite
• Sunporch: Bunkbed (Twin over Twin)

Upper Level
• Bedroom Two: King Bed (Woodland Room) with Ensuite
• Bedroom Three: Queen Bed (Lakeview Room) with Half Bath
• Bedroom Four: Queen Bed (Mackinac Room) with Ensuite
• Bedroom Five: Queen Bed (Under the Pines Room) with Half Bath
• Additional Full Bathroom with Sink & Shower

*This property allows two dogs, maximum. A non-refundable $150.00 cleaning fee will be charged per pet.

NEARBY DESTINATIONS
Downtown Harbor Springs: 9.4 miles
The Highlands/Nub's Nob: 8.5 miles
Dairy Queen (ice cream): 2 miles
Windjammer Marina (boat rentals): 0.9 miles
Downtown Petoskey: 9.1 miles
Mackinaw City (to catch a ferry to Mackinac Island): 27.3 miles
Pellston Regional Airport: 11.8 miles
Petoskey State Park (Lake Michigan): 5.2 miles

ABOUT US
Vacation Properties of Northern Michigan is a rental management company located in downtown Petoskey. We have been operating for 14 years and we understand the importance of vacation and the anticipation leading up to it. We care about our travelers and take pride in our portfolio of rental properties. We encourage you to look us up online and reach out if you have any questions or concerns about the property. Our goal is to provide you with the best vacation possible with clean/well-kept places, great communication, and fun environments so that you keep coming back. Northern Michigan has our hearts, and we want it to have yours too!

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  • Feature Features
  • Map Map
  • School District Rates & Availability
  • Review Review

Feature Features

  • SKI

    Close To Skiing
  • PETS

    2 Total (up To 50 Lbs Per Pet) Pet Friendly Welcoming Dogs Only
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Not Reported (host Has Not Indicated Whether There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property; Consider Bringing A Portable Detector) Deadbolt Lock Fire Extinguisher Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    6 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided Sofa Bed
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 3000 Sq Ft (279 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Blender Coffee/tea Maker Cookware/dishes/utensils Dishwasher Microwave Oven Refrigerator Stovetop Toaster
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Near Laundromat Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi
  • OUTDOORS

    Barbecue Grill Fenced Yard Firepit Garden Outdoor Furniture Patio
  • BATHROOMS

    5.5 Bathrooms Bathtub Or Shower Hair Dryer Shampoo Soap Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Casino Nearby Fitness Facilities Nearby Golf Nearby Hiking Nearby Hiking/biking Trails Nearby Mountain Biking Nearby Water Park Nearby Water Skiing Nearby Water Tubing Nearby Winery Tours Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Books Games Music Library Stereo Smart TV
  • LIVING SPACES

    Fireplace Living Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Highchair Stair Gate
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    Near A Hospital Near The Bay
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 10:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 12

Map Map

School District Rates & Availability

Review Review

  • David G.

    Submitted Feb 3, 2026

    Stayed Jan 30, 2026

    A great house for a family gathering. Everything was as advertised. We had a wonderful experience!

  • Therese Z.

    Submitted Nov 9, 2025

    Stayed Nov 7, 2025

    Very spacious the kitchen was well supplied With over 10 table settings. The walking trail being only one block away was very very nice. I would recommend going to the fish hatchery. I would say Lakeview not Lakefront since you have to cross a major road so be careful if you try to cross right across from the house because the road is busy and at 45 mph but it’s a nice little park. The bedrooms were spacious and beds comfortable. being an old house it was nice and cozy though.

  • Submitted Sep 29, 2025

    Stayed Sep 22, 2025

    What an awesome house! We enjoyed our stay immensely! Out of all the properties we have stayed at, this was by far the best stocked kitchen we have used. If you needed it, you could find it! We were able to cook a full French meal and eat it in the beautiful dining room!

  • Ann E.

    Submitted Sep 28, 2025

    Stayed Sep 26, 2025

    House was very clean and view was great 9 adults everyone had their own bathroom Kitchen well stocked easy check in. Definitely would book again

  • Michelle M.

    Submitted Sep 25, 2025

    Stayed Sep 19, 2025

    Lake view was wonderful, we spent a lot of time on the porch where there was plenty of seating for the 7 adults we had. Location was a short drive to Petoskey and a few wineries in the area. Everyone had their own space/bathrooms and beds were very comfortable. Would gladly book again!

  • Ariella S.

    Submitted Aug 21, 2025

    Stayed Aug 10, 2025

    The house was nicely furnished with everything we needed. The bedrooms had very good beds with comfortable linens. The kitchen was well equipped. We really enjoyed the big fenced in yard for the kids. The location was good and close to the bigger towns and the beaches.

  • Allan V.

    Submitted Jul 30, 2025

    Stayed Jul 24, 2025

    Great location, easy to get to many local destinations. There is a great pie shop a few steps down the road. Beds were comfortable and home had lots of room for groups.

  • Deborah L.

    Submitted Jun 17, 2025

    Stayed Jun 5, 2025

    A really awesome older house !! Well maintained , very clean , good communication with rental company . Would visit this same property without hesitation !! It felt like home !

  • Billie P.

    Submitted Feb 19, 2025

    Stayed Feb 14, 2025

    Oden Home is a charming Mid-Century Cottage. It was incredibly clean which we so appreciate with children!!! It is the perfect home for several families/friends. Five bedrooms with seven bathrooms. Each bedroom had its own bathroom that provided each family their own privacy. The living and dining rooms were spacious with a dining table that was large enough for ten individuals. The kitchen had so many amenities. The hosts were fabulous and provided a guide that was detailed with great information about the cottage and surrounding area. We greatly appreciated how responsive they were to our questions. We will definitely reserve Oden House for our next family trip up north.

  • Jean J.

    Submitted Jan 10, 2025

    Stayed Jan 2, 2025

    Fantastic stay. Really lovely home!

  • Jason G.

    Submitted Jan 1, 2025

    Stayed Dec 27, 2024

    Family of 9 stayed at the Oden House over the Holidays. The layout and bedrooms are great for a large gathering. This was the second time renting this property and highly recommend.

  • Kyle D.

    Submitted Dec 16, 2024

    Stayed Dec 13, 2024

    Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Just wonderful! Seriously one of the best spots to staycation!

  • Sharon B.

    Submitted Sep 30, 2024

    Stayed Dec 31, 1969

    Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was more than happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: House was very neat and clean. Definitely big enough to meet our needs. Loved the big dining room table. The sectional in the living room very soft and low to the ground. Not the most comfortable. Beds were comfy. The outside of the house could use some cleaning up. Shrubs could be trimmed, etc. Overall, I would recommend it.

  • Kris M.

    Submitted Sep 24, 2024

    Stayed Sep 19, 2024

    Great location. Surprisingly large. Loved that every room had its own bathroom. Owners were a delight to work with and made the check in and checkout process simple and seamless.

  • Barbara P.

    Submitted Aug 28, 2024

    Stayed Aug 25, 2024

    Quaint & Quirky with more than sufficient bathrooms (we are senior women after all) with large bedrooms and sufficient dining and living areas to critique our golf game while enjoying a cocktail.

  • Pari C.

    Submitted Jul 30, 2024

    Stayed Dec 31, 1969

    Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This was our third stay and would come back again. The bedroom/bathroom setup is ideal for a large group. Lots of privacy and personal space inside the house and a great yard and deck to spread out. Very comfortable. The property management company is easy to work with and extremely responsive.

  • Cliff P.

    Submitted Jul 3, 2024

    Stayed Jun 25, 2024

    Great house for family gatherings. Lots of bathrooms and large fenced yard for kids to play.

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$590+
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