Steps to Lake Michigan & Downtown Elk Rapids

Elk Rapids, Michigan

$360 avg/night Minimum Stay 4 Nights

Overview

Bed

Bath

Private Vacation Home

Property Type

Max Sleeps

4 nights

Min Stay

Description

Please enjoy our quaint crooked little 1885 cottage that was the carriage house for the historic house across the road. Updating completed Fall 2019 with new flooring, cabinets, appliances, windows and bathroom fixtures. We are 100 yards from the beach, river and park. Two blocks to great eateries, Shorts Brewery, and quaint shopping downtown. 10 miles to Flintfields Equestrian Park in Williamsburg, or our many inland lakes, and 18 miles to Traverse City.

Location, location, location is what the Crooked Cottage is all about! Close enough to walk to the beach, marina, dinner, theater, and quaint shopping. Centrally located for fun trips to Traverse City, Frankfort, Suttons Bay, Northport, Leland, Sleeping Bear Sand Dunes, Bellaire, Charlevoix, Petoskey, Boyne City, Harbor Springs, Mackinac Island, State Parks and the many beaches along the way. So whether you want to just stay and enjoy, or pack in as much sightseeing as you can, this is the spot!

Decorated to inspire with great art and happy colors, the decor is an eclectic mix of styles using old painted furniture and mid century modern. Everything (except the beds and bedding) have come from REclecTia, an upscale consignment store in Traverse City, . There is a huge yard so bring your fun yard toys. The front porch is great in any weather, there is even an electric fireplace to take the chill off if need be. For those who love to cook, the kitchen is well equipped and the gas grill on the back deck could cook up that lake trout or salmon you caught on your charter trip. Equipped with all the comforts to relax and get away! There is a TV, but it is our hope that you will come away from that, and enjoy spending your down time with friends and family and everything our area has to offer.

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Features

SKI

Cross-country Skiing And Snowboarding Nearby
PETS

No Pets Allowed
BEACH

Beach Towels Near The Beach
DINING

Dining Table
SAFETY

Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) Fire Extinguisher First Aid Kit Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
BEDROOM

2 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
GENERAL

Unit Size: 1400 Sq Ft (130 Sq M)
KITCHEN

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

Laundry Facilities Near Laundromat Washing Machine And Dryer
PARKING

Car Not Required Onsite Parking
INTERNET

Free WiFi
OUTDOORS

Barbecue Grill Garden Outdoor Furniture Porch Or Lanai
BATHROOMS

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

Desk Desk Chair
LANGS SPOKEN

English
THINGS TO DO

Basketball Nearby Birdwatching Nearby Fishing Nearby Ice Skating Nearby Mountain Biking Nearby Power Boating Nearby Tennis On Site Water Skiing Nearby Windsurfing Nearby Winery Tours Nearby
ENTERTAINMENT

Games Smart TV
LIVING SPACES

Fireplace Living Room
CLIMATE CONTROL

Air Conditioning Heating
FAMILY FRIENDLY

Children's Dinnerware Children's Games Playground
LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

In A Village Near A Health Or Beauty Spa Near A Hospital Near The Bay On The Lake
SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

Smoke-free Property

Check-in : 04:00 PM Check-out : 11:00 AM

No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed

Max occupancy : 5

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Review

Kelley M.
Submitted Aug 26, 2025

Stayed Aug 9, 2025

Perfect location where you can play on the beach every day. Cottage is full of everything you need, outdoor play equipment and kitchen items. Comfy beds and plentiful beach towels.
Kristen G.
Submitted Aug 12, 2025

Stayed Jul 29, 2025

Can't beat the location. The screened in porch was so beautiful and relaxing at night after the kids went to bed! we loved our stay :)
Bob S.
Submitted Jul 26, 2025

Stayed Jul 19, 2025

Year 45 enjoying Elk Rapids and year 4 staying at the Crooked Cottage. As always it didn’t disappoint. They have everything you need and everything you forgot you would need. Great location too. Can’t wait until next year.
Terri K.
Submitted Jul 24, 2025

Stayed Jul 12, 2025

Love this place! Great location
Terri K.
Submitted Jul 23, 2025

Stayed Jul 5, 2025

Love this place
Terri K.
Submitted Jul 5, 2025

Stayed Jun 28, 2025

This is our fifth year renting. Love this place.
Tim C.
Submitted Jun 16, 2025

Stayed Jun 6, 2025

Wonderful time and great location.
Will P.
Submitted Sep 7, 2024

Stayed Aug 29, 2024

This cottage is in a wonderful location. Very close to the beach and easy access to everything in town. Easy check-in and communication was great. Will definitely consider staying here again.
Meagan S.
Submitted Aug 24, 2024

Stayed Aug 18, 2024

We loved the house & it was close to many things. Perfect ranch style cottage & home away from home. Would stay again or recommend it to friends & family.
Steph M.
Submitted Aug 12, 2024

Stayed Aug 5, 2024

This place is a real gem. The interior is well designed and thoughtfully decorated. The kitchen is super well equipped and the location is perfect for exploring the gorgeous little town as well as quick treks to Traverse and the surrounding areas. Will definitely return!
Terri K.
Submitted Jul 31, 2024

Stayed Jul 6, 2024

Quaint, clean and near beaches and downtown. Nicely decorated. This is our third year and will stay again.
Bob S.
Submitted Jul 30, 2024

Stayed Jul 20, 2024

This was our 3rd year staying at the Crooked Cottage and have already booked it for next year. Great location in a beautiful destination. Love the eclectic decor. We always look forward to finding new pieces that have been added.