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Exterior
Property grounds
Dining
Fridge, microwave, stovetop, dishwasher
Interior

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 5700 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Alanson, MI
  • Place, Crooked Lake
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, beach near Walter Dow Park
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, beach near Windjammer Marina
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional)
    ‪16 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Alanson

This vacation home places you next to Crooked Lake and within a 3 miles (5 km) of Oden State Fish Hatchery Visitor Center. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a patio, and a refrigerator.
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What's nearby

  • Crooked Lake - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • beach near Walter Dow Park - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • beach near Windjammer Marina - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Odawa Casino - 19 min drive - 12.4 miles
  • Boyne Mountain - 34 min drive - 29.4 miles

Getting around

  • Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Culver's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell/KFC - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Petoskey Brewing - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Piper's Mighty Good Pizza - ‬6 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.

Terrific Mid Century Cottage

This little cozy Early century cottage is across the street from Crooked Lake and steps away from the Petoskey-Mackinaw Bike Trail. This bike trail is over 50 miles long and you have your own private entrance. There are two beaches, a fish hatchery, and many shops and restaurants just a bike ride away! If you're visiting in the winter the trail is fantastic for cross country skiing or if you have a snow mobile, you have your own private entrance to the trails.
You also have two great marinas less than a mile away with boat, paddle board, and kayak rentals.
The property has its own fun little pond full of frogs and small fish and is truly a Northern Michigan treasure.
The property is only 10 minutes from the area ski resorts, as well as downtown Petoskey and Harbor Springs and surrounded by area golf courses.

This cottage has been completely remodeled with new everything sparring no expense, this is truly a beautiful Northern Michigan cottage loaded with rustic charm while having all of the modern advantages and comforts.

Pets welcome with approval as long as they are house trained, you bring a dog crate, you please keep them off the furniture and there will be a $50 pet fee.
We are open to longer stays through the winter months, inquire with interest and info.

We have an additional larger house available for larger parties Vrbo 1842868

Thank You for looking
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and a patio, and there's space to spread out with a separate bedroom. Guests can expect to find free WiFi and a Smart TV with a DVD player. Other standard amenities include a coffee maker, an ironing board, and a dining table.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • One pet total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Spelunking nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • 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)

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 700 square feet

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

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

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Dogs and cats only
  • 1 total (50 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Note from host: With Prior approval and pet deposit

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 10
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 25

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 10.

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do around this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Alanson, just steps from Crooked Lake. Crooked Vine Vineyard and Winery is also within a driving distance of 4.3 mi.

Will I be able to park at Terrific Mid Century Cottage ?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer parking.

Is this vacation home adjacent to a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Terrific Mid Century Cottage ?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this historic vacation home include a kitchen and a smart TV in each house, and some feature lake view.

Does Terrific Mid Century Cottage have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home provide breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?

Although cats and dogs can't stay for free, they are welcome at this vacation home.

Does Terrific Mid Century Cottage have connecting rooms available?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this vacation home.

How far is the airport from this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional), which is 11.6 mi away (18 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Terrific Mid Century Cottage ?

Yes, every house at Terrific Mid Century Cottage comes with a patio and some offer lake views.

Terrific Mid Century Cottage Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 10 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 10 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 10 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 10 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 10 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

6/10 Okay

Robert G.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice spot close to lake and bike trails

Enjoyed our stay, would suggest some upgrades to enhance the stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nick O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Clean and cozy

Very nice. Had everything we needed and a great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandy W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wedding

Small but very functional. Great location and activities. Owners very helpful and accommodating. We’ll definitely be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Teresa L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Patrick

Patrick was very accommodating
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Craig W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Oden, MI stay

The property was just as described. The owner and his family live right next to the cottage and were very respectful of our privacy. They were in communication with us during our stay and in communication with us as needed. They responded to all our needs, concerns and gave us good advice about activities and things to do locally. The bike path was superb.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anne K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Colton Cottage

We lived here for a month and a half while our house was being remodeled. This is a cute and comfortable home. We had all that we needed. The host was very responsive to any questions we had. The location is great…right on the bike trail, within walking distance to a nice restaurant, bakery and lake . We highly recommend this rental.
Stayed 30 nights in May 2022
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Tiny House

Northern Michigan is beautiful in the summer. The house was smaller than we realized. There was not a place for the 2 of us to sit in the "living area" unless one of us sat on a hard stool. There was no couch/sofa or even comfortable chair. Seating consisted of a small futon (sits one) and tall backless stools in the kitchen. We did enjoy the bike trail behind the rental, as we are avid cyclists. Sleeping 7 is a huge stretch. The place could sleep 6 packed in... even that would be very tight.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

4/10 Poor

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Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Disappointing accommodations…

We were excited to explore the Petoskey area more and thought that this little cabin would be the perfect launching place. Upon first glance, it was cute and had been nicely decorated. However, in general it was a huge a let down. From the beginning, we were confused because there were two homes on the property which we were not aware of. The cabin is tucked behind one that looks much nicer. As we walked in it smelled a bit musty and was dim. The musty smell followed up home sadly and we had to leave things outside for multiple days. We had hoped to keep the windows open but half of the windows didn’t open and even if you could you would not want to because of how dirty the windows sills were. The cabin did not feel deeply clean. We noticed by the end of the night, our feet were dirty from walking around barefoot in the cabin. The beds were extremely uncomfortable and squeaky making it difficult for us to sleep. The linens all felt dirty and damp. When I pulled everything for check out, it all was super yellow and stained. The price we paid for what we got was quite the discrepancy. I let the owner know how disappointed we were and was told to not leave the negative review. The owner eventually just stopped responding and no reconciliation was made. For the cost of our stay, we would have been better off renting a nicer home on the water or a hotel. We love supporting owners up north but I would highly recommend you avoid this particular accommodation.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing week

Absolutely loved the bike path. The cottage was quaint and exactly what we needed. we would stay here again for sure.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent Spot!

We greatly enjoyed our stay here. Perfect for a family, or a girls weekend. The great location places this property just a short drive from many popular places to go, and there is plenty to do on the property that makes it fun for a night in as well. The property was very clean, had all amenities provided that we could need, and the owners were communicative and friendly. Would definitely recommend this property to anyone.