Private Sandy Beach on Torch Lake • Cottage + Guest House • Walk to Alden

Alden, Michigan
$842 avg/night Minimum Stay 3 Nights
Bed 4

Bed

Bath 3

Bath

Home Cottage

Property Type

Sleep 10

Max Sleeps

Night 3 nights

Min Stay

Our large lakefront deck — newly rebuilt in 2025 — is designed for relaxing days and comfortable gatherings. With expansive water views and multiple seating areas, it’s where guests spend their days enjoying morning coffee, shared meals, and long summer evenings.

A private sandy stretch of shoreline with a gentle entry makes swimming easy and enjoyable for all ages — a rare feature on Torch Lake and one of the reasons families return year after year. The property includes 150 feet of total lake frontage, with the main sandy beach area located at one end of the property and additional sandy shoreline extending along portions of the water’s edge. A private dock, boat hoist, mooring buoy, and kayaks are available for guest use.

Our family has cared for this lakeshore since the late 1800s, and the cottage itself, built in the 1930s, remains a long-cherished family retreat. While the home retains its historic character, the bathrooms, kitchen, and major systems have been thoughtfully updated over time to ensure comfort for today’s guests. All three bathrooms were fully renovated in 2021.

The main cottage features warm natural wood interiors, two wood-burning fireplaces, shelves of books, and wide lake views. A baby grand piano adds to the sense of a lived-in family home and is often enjoyed on quiet evenings or rainy afternoons.

A separate guest house sleeps four in one large room and includes its own bathroom, providing additional privacy and flexibility for grandparents, another couple, younger families comfortable sharing a space, or older children. With three full bathrooms across the property, extended families or two households can share the week comfortably while still having room to spread out.

In addition to the deck and beach area, the property includes hammocks and quiet seating areas that invite you to slow down and stay awhile. The cottage sits at the end of a private road among mature trees in a peaceful residential setting.

The village of Alden — with restaurants, shops, galleries, playground, and tennis courts — is a pleasant 15-minute walk away. While there are many wonderful destinations within driving distance, most guests find themselves content to spend their days enjoying the lake.

This property is especially well suited for
• Multi-generation families
• Families with young children (safe sandy swimming)
• Groups who want space and privacy
• Guests who enjoy settling in and slowing down, whether for a full week in summer or a shorter stay in the quieter seasons.

It may not be the right fit if you’re looking for:
• A party or event location
• A high-traffic rental area
• A luxury or resort-style property

Because this is a long-held family property in a residential neighborhood, we ask guests to be respectful of the home, the lake, and our neighbors. Jet skis are not permitted in order to preserve the quiet character of the area.

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

Feature Features

  • PETS

    No Pets Allowed
  • BEACH

    Beach Sun Loungers Beach Towels On The Beach
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

    Fire Extinguisher First Aid Kit No Carbon Monoxide Detector (host Has Indicated There Is No Carbon Monoxide Detector Or Gas Appliances On The Property) Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    4 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 1855 Sq Ft (172 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Coffee/tea Maker Cookware/dishes/utensils Dishwasher Electric Kettle Microwave Oven Paper Towels Refrigerator Stovetop
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi
  • OUTDOORS

    Balcony Barbecue Grill Dock Garden Outdoor Furniture
  • BATHROOMS

    3 Bathrooms Bathtub Or Shower Hair Dryer Soap Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • WORKSPACES

    Desk Desk Chair
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Birdwatching Nearby Cycling Nearby Fishing Nearby Fitness Facilities Nearby Golfing On Site Hiking Nearby Kayak On Site Kayaking Nearby Power Boating Nearby Tennis On Site Water Skiing Nearby Windsurfing Nearby Winery Tours Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Books Games Smart TV
  • LIVING SPACES

    Dining Room Fireplace Living Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Cabinet Locks Children's Books Children's Games
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    On The Lake On The Waterfront
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board Limited Housekeeping
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    If You Have Requests For Specific Accessibility Needs, Please Contact The Property Using The Information On The Reservation Confirmation Received After Booking. No Elevator (single Level Property) Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 11:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 10

Map Map

School District Rates & Availability

Review Review

  • Kelly S.

    Submitted Aug 10, 2025

    Stayed Aug 2, 2025

    The property was in a great location with a variety of outdoor spaces to spread out and choose from. The home was well stocked with all supplies needed. The owner was very responsive and had lots of recommendations for fun during our stay. The scenery was spectacular! Would highly recommend.

  • Dave F.

    Submitted Aug 9, 2024

    Stayed Jul 27, 2024

    Great location on Torch Lake. Older home with character and charm. Really enjoyed our family stay there!

  • Kate W.

    Submitted Jan 10, 2024

    Stayed Aug 19, 2023

    The house, property, and views are beautiful! It felt like home in the best way and had all the amenities we needed including a variety of water toys. I will return as often as I can!

  • Caryl S.

    Submitted Aug 20, 2023

    Stayed Aug 12, 2023

    The lake access, deck and beach area are great at this property. The house is nestled within some gorgeous trees and ferns, great views!

  • j k.

    Submitted Aug 13, 2022

    Stayed Aug 6, 2022

    Overall, we had a wonderful week on Torch lake and the house was passable. Thank you to Nan who was extremely pleasant, available, and helped us check in early and get access to the water toys which were locked up. The good: Access to the lake is excellent, the beach area is nice, and the outdoor deck area has a great view of the lake. It is nice to sit on for coffee etc. The house is pretty and rustic and the Wi-Fi was good. Beds were comfortable. The not as good: The house is partially updated and has very old bones as advertised. It is also well used as a rental. The kitchen appliances, instruments, and dishware would belong more in a much less expensive rental. There were a number of cleanliness issues. The well water smells strongly of sulfur. The master bathroom shower curtain was totally molded with black mold. In the kitchen pantry there was a waffle maker with previously cooked waffles left in it for months, covered in a smelly moldy slime. The bushes and ferns around the house are quite impressive and frankly need to be trimmed back. There are a few safety issues which were present. The stone walkways are all covered in moss and very slippery as described in the welcome packet. I slipped carrying a couple of bags and injured my pride. The dock has a broken board that is dangerous. There are ant and spider friends inside and out. We had two days near 90° and temperatures in the house were really unmanageable despite numerous fans and everything being open.

  • Halle M.

    Submitted Aug 1, 2022

    Stayed Jul 23, 2022

    We were a group of two families with four teenagers (14-17) and a child under 10; we all enjoyed every minute of our stay. Nan is highly responsive to any issue and the property is lovely in a great location on the lake. We spent the vast majority of our time on the lake, beach or deck. The cabin gave the teen girls a place to stay with more independence and their own bathroom. At the end of our vacation, all the teenagers told us they want to come back because there was so much to do. If you are on the fence, book it; you'll really enjoy your stay.

  • lori h.

    Submitted Jul 17, 2022

    Stayed Jul 9, 2022

    This was the second time that we have stayed at this property and we loved it!! The location is absolutely beautiful, perfect for sunsets and moonsets. The cottage is thoughtfully equipped. The lovely family room stocks a cupboard of board games and puzzles. The master bed was really comfortable and combined with the peace and lakeside tranquility helped us have the most restful nights sleep. The owner was most helpful and made staying here a delight.

  • Victoria c.

    Submitted Jun 13, 2022

    Stayed Jun 7, 2022

    Had my family vacation at this beautiful property. Everything was perfect. Home is very clean and the kitchen has everything you could ask for. The private beach area was our favorite,new beach chairs were available for us to use. Portable fireplace was very nice.plenty of swings and patio furniture for my family of 10. It's was a bit chilly but we still had a great time. Sunsets are beautiful and seem like they last for hours! Best vation ever!

  • Jerrica R.

    Submitted Jun 8, 2022

    Stayed Jun 2, 2022

    This cottage was amazing! The views were breaktaking, the house was perfect, and the owner is extremely responsive and helpful! I will absolutely book here again when returning to Torch Lake!

  • Sharon v.

    Submitted Sep 6, 2021

    Stayed Aug 31, 2021

    Bathrooms were all just renovated, but they were very small. Kitchen was very well supplied. The guest house was very nice. The deck was a very nice to sit out on in the mornings and the evenings. We used the beach area too, even though there had been a bad storm before we got there we were still able to use it. Lots of living, and dining space and windows with the view of the lake. We had cool mornings and cool evenings, there is no air conditioning which could be an issue in the heat of the summer. There were plenty of fans that were in all the bedrooms. We enjoyed our stay for sure! Nan was available when we needed to get in touch with here before the trip and during our stay!

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$842+
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