Quaint Family lake cottage w/beach, dock,internet on all sports Crawford Lake

Kalkaska, Michigan
$261 avg/night
Minimum Stay 2 Nights
Bed 3

Bed

Bath 1

Bath

Home Cottage

Property Type

Sleep 6

Max Sleeps

Night 2 nights

Min Stay

Stunning lake views and peaceful pine trees greet you at our lakeside get away for kids, friends and families. Whether you’re looking for the perfect setting for a family summer vacation on the lake; a homebase for your snow mobile adventure, a reunion with old friends or a Fall/Winter weekend retreat, you’ll feel like you’re a world away from your day-to-day life. If you're not ready to be completely away, you can also work remotely with our internet, which we've tested for video conferencing and remote work-- it's ready for you!

Cook family style meals in our kitchen with plenty of pots, pans, spices and basics like olive oil and salt/pepper and make yourself at home in our three cozy bedrooms, one with kid-friendly bunkbeds. Brand new washer/dryer will come in handy after outdoor activities.

Wake up to a pot full of coffee from a regular machine or a French press or choose one of the many teas we stock in the cabinets. Wine snobs welcome—we have an electric wine set and a cheeseboard to go with it, along with lots of games, decks of cards, candles and entertainment to make memories during your stay. The living room brings the outside in with three walls of glass and stunning views of the lake and pine trees—enjoy family time on the ample couches with multiple blankets and pillows while connecting easily to multiple streaming services on the TV.

Outside is as fun as inside! Roast s’mores at the fire pit, fish from the dock, wade into the lake from the sandy beach, bring your boat or use our 2 kayaks and bikes. Crawford is a shallow lake with a sandy bottom with small private sandy beach perfect for little kids.

Easy to reach from Chicago, Detroit or anywhere in Michigan. 35 minutes to all the attractions of Traverse City, 5 minutes to conveniences in Kalkaska such as a year-round farmers market, full grocery store, houses of worship and multiple restaurants. Close to ORV / snowmobile trails, 3 golf courses within 10 minutes.

When you arrive, look for the yellow garage with a large sunflower next to the mailbox (see photo!),

We can’t wait to share our best-kept-secret with you!

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

Feature Features

  • SKI

    Cross-country Skiing And Snowboarding Nearby
  • PETS

    1 Total Pets Pet Friendly Welcoming Dogs Only
  • BEACH

    Beach Towels Near The Beach
  • 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) Smoke Detector Not Reported (host Has Not Indicated Whether There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    3 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 1000 Sq Ft (93 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Coffee/tea Maker Cookware/dishes/utensils Electric Kettle Microwave Oven Refrigerator Spices Stovetop Toaster
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Near Laundromat Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi
  • OUTDOORS

    Barbecue Grill Firepit Garden Patio
  • BATHROOMS

    1.5 Bathrooms Hair Dryer Shower Soap Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Fishing Nearby Hiking Nearby Horse Riding Nearby Kayak On Site Kayaking Nearby Snowmobiling Nearby Water Park Nearby Water Skiing Nearby Water Sports Equipment Wildlife And Game Walks Nearby Winery Tours Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Games Smart TV
  • LIVING SPACES

    Living Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Children's Games Playground
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    Near A Health Or Beauty Spa Near A Hospital Near The Bay On The Lake On The Waterfront
  • 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 : 6

Map Map

School District Availability

Review Review

  • Harold G.

    Submitted Aug 18, 2025

    Stayed Aug 10, 2025

    If you're looking for a very quaint place, this is it. There is a beautiful view of the lake and has many activities for a family.

  • Amanda S.

    Submitted Aug 9, 2025

    Stayed Aug 2, 2025

    Cute cabin with everything you need!! Water was beautiful and the property was very relaxing. Would come back again!

  • Daniel W.

    Submitted Jul 21, 2025

    Stayed Jul 3, 2025

    Great place with a great view! We had a great time in this cozy little cottage on the lake. It was a perfect spot for relaxing by the water and fishing off the pier. Our friends had two young kids with them and they had a blast swimming in the lake right off the pier - it was nice and shallow for them to enjoy it. The neighbors are pretty close, but they were all very nice. We also brought a small boat that we were able to tie up to the dock. One of the bedrooms had a very funky smell to it, but other than that it was a great little place. I would recommend it! The sun room was great to enjoy the view with a morning coffee or cozy up on the couch if it ends up raining and you cannot be outside. Thanks for a great place!

  • Andrea S.

    Submitted Jul 19, 2025

    Stayed Jul 12, 2025

    We really enjoyed the lake. The kayaking and fishing were great!

  • Don S.

    Submitted Oct 6, 2024

    Stayed Oct 4, 2024

    Quaint cottage, quiet area. Beautiful view !

  • tracy w.

    Submitted Sep 27, 2024

    Stayed Sep 24, 2024

    Quiet and laid back enjoyed our time

  • Lauren S.

    Submitted Sep 3, 2024

    Stayed Aug 16, 2024

    Comfortable space for a family and perfect location for day trips in the area. Well-equipped kitchen, comfortable beds. Didn't need the A/C but we did use the space heater. We only used 1 of the 2 kayaks but it was easy to find gear in the boat house. Note: property is low-lying and yard may have standing water after a heavy storm.

  • Renee K.

    Submitted Sep 1, 2024

    Stayed Aug 30, 2024

    It was a quiet lake with a beautiful view from the big picture window in a quaint / rustic cottage. All necessary things were included to make for a comfortable stay.

  • Stephanie Z.

    Submitted Aug 19, 2024

    Stayed Aug 8, 2024

    Our family really enjoyed how peaceful it was. The lake was perfect for the kids to splash and play in.

  • Susan S.

    Submitted Aug 4, 2024

    Stayed Jul 29, 2024

    The cabin served its purpose. There was a musty smell as soon as we walked in. The grass needed cut and the beach for my 6 yr old granddaughter needed to be cleaned up. The cabin definitely needs updates especially the bathroom. The fishing was good and lake shallow. The living room was nice and so was the view. The portable air conditioner did not help keep it cool in back bedroom. My granddaughter enjoyed fishing and swimming.

  • Steve G.

    Submitted Jul 31, 2024

    Stayed Jul 6, 2024

    Overall it was a nice family vacation. The all sports lake wasn't overcrowded, the fishing was good, and water was great for swimming. The cabin served it's purpose with just a few hiccups. Unfortunately the refrigerator didn't work so we had to live out of cooler and lost a few perishables. (I'm sure it's fixed now as we alerted the owners upon us leaving since we didn't want to deal with it while on vacation.) The bikes listed in the description were nowhere to be found, but the kayaks were perfect in the lake. The dock is good for a shallow draft boat, since we don't own one we use it for swimming instead. (I made the mistake of jumping off of it before realizing the water depth and hurt my ankle... that's my own fault!) With a few updates, this really could be an amazing rental. Besides the refrigerator, the full bath could use a renovation as the shower is small and there seems to be a patch covering a hole in the floorpan, and one of couches had an odor. (Either a prior renter had a pet or it got wet. ) In the end, we had fun... The campfires were nice, the beds were comfortable, the kitchen had everything we needed, the lake was great, and it's around 40 minutes to get to Traverse City. The price point was a little higher since it was the July 4th weekend, but it appears the normal price is about right for what included. Thank you for the stay!

  • Joe A.

    Submitted Jul 24, 2024

    Stayed Jul 13, 2024

    Loved the front room. Great views. The weather when we was there was great

  • Ryan M.

    Submitted Jul 10, 2024

    Stayed Jul 3, 2024

    The property and location were great. The dock, kayaks, and firepit were a huge hit with the family. Bonus points for great neighbors.

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$261+
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