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Waterfront Cottage on Long Lake

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A lakeside cabin with a dock, surrounded by trees and a calm lake.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a built-in stove, a sink, and a refrigerator.
A wooden cabin interior with a kitchen, dining area, and living room.
A lakeside deck with a fire pit, a stack of firewood, and a dock extending into the water.
A wooden interior with a kitchen area, bar stools, and a seating area with a bench and chairs.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroom1000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Alpena, MI
  • Place, Long Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Northern Lights Arena
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Thunder Bay National Marine Sanctuary
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Airport, Alpena, MI (APN-Alpena County Regional)
    ‪24 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Alpena

This cottage places you next to Long Lake and within a 5-minute drive of Devils Lake. The cottage includes a kitchen, a patio, and a sofa bed.
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What's nearby

  • Long Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Northern Lights Arena - 12 min drive - 10.3 miles
  • Grand Lake - 14 min drive - 14.9 miles
  • Thunder Bay National Marine Sanctuary - 15 min drive - 12.1 miles
  • Thunder Bay River Lighthouse - 17 min drive - 12.6 miles

Getting around

  • Alpena, MI (APN-Alpena County Regional) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sandbar & Grill - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Parker House - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Hideaway - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Maplewood - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Bolton Ridge Bar & Grill - ‬11 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.

Waterfront Cottage on Long Lake

Enjoy this clean and inviting cottage just steps from the 5000 acre ­all sports Long Lake!!

This fully furnished getaway includes linens, towels, four fishing rods, tackle box, Smart TVs, WIFI internet, and a kitchen full of supplies and appliances!

Your stay includes a canoe and life jackets. Great for fishing or leisure. Clear shallow water perfect for swimming from the dock or shoreline.

Bring your Boat! Use our modern boat dock that juts into the lake. You can leave your boat at our dock during your stay with plenty of parking for your trailer. There is a boat launch just up the road. You can walk out the front door a few steps, hop in your boat, and spend all day on the lake!

Spend the warm summer nights relaxing next to the fire pit, looking at the stars or grilling on the gas grill! Propane is provided for you.

The cottage can sleep 6 with the 2 bedrooms which both have full size beds and the sleeper sofa in the living room. You will have plenty of room to bring the whole family. The bathroom includes a bath/shower combo.

No pets! No smoking or vaping anywhere at the property, including outside! No parties!
The cottage is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and a patio, and there's space to spread out with 2 bedrooms. Guests can expect to find free WiFi and a Smart TV with a DVD player. Other standard amenities include a sofa bed, a coffee maker, and a dining table.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • RV/bus/truck parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Dock
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Gas grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

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)
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: NO SMOKING or VAPING INSIDE OR OUTSIDE $500 FEE

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,000 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items and take out the trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
If you have leftovers from cleaned fish please leave in the freezer. House keeping will throw it away. Please, Do not Throw cleaned fish remains in the trash as it will attract wildlife.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

NO SMOKING! NO VAPING! NO PETS! NO EXCEPTIONS!

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets
  • Note from host: NO PETS! Loss of reservation & additional 500

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
NO SMOKING or VAPING INSIDE OR OUTSIDE $500 FEE

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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: 10:00 AM
Driving? This property offers RV, bus, and truck parking.

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.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • 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.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock.

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Lovely On Long Lake Alpena
Lovely Cottage on Long Lake Alpena
Lovely Cottage on Long Lake Private vacation home
Lovely Cottage on Long Lake Private vacation home Alpena

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do around this cottage?

This cottage is located in Alpena, just steps from Long Lake. You'll also find Devils Lake and Arzo Sports and Fun Park within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Waterfront Cottage on Long Lake?

Yes, there is RV/bus/truck parking available.

Is this cottage associated with a casino?

No, this cottage is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this cottage?

No, there is no indoor pool at this cottage.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Waterfront Cottage on Long Lake?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this lakeside cottage include a kitchen and a smart TV along with a firepit.

Does Waterfront Cottage on Long Lake have a hot tub?

No, this cottage doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this cottage provide breakfast?

No, this cottage doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this cottage allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at this cottage.

Does Waterfront Cottage on Long Lake have connecting rooms available?

No, this cottage doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to this cottage?

The closest major airport to this cottage is Alpena, MI (APN-Alpena County Regional), which is 16 mi away (28 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Waterfront Cottage on Long Lake?

Yes, every cottage at Waterfront Cottage on Long Lake comes with a patio and some offer water views.

Waterfront Cottage on Long Lake Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 60 out of 68 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 68 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 68 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 68 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 68 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Chelsea B.

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

Our stay was great!

Absolutely loved the cottage and the location!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Corey B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A great little spot for a weekend getaway! The cabin was very clean, strong internet access, and well stocked with kitchen amenities. The neighbors were quiet and the lake was very clean. We had a wonderful stay and would be happy to stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sarah L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Great cottage, fully stocked!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jerry S.

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

Great little cabin

Great little cabin to stay at right on the lake. Had everything we needed and enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Becky B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy cabin. Kitchen very well supplied. Very clean.
Nice fire pit and thanks for the wood
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Michael S.

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

The owner was extremely nice.

The owner of the property was very nice and responded to any concerns very quickly.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Patricia S.

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

Beautiful Cottage

This cottage was very clean and accomodating. Great location!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Scott R.

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

Great trip

Great house
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Anthony B.

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

Quiet place

Very nice and quite place. Its very simple also which is nice. It is hidden off the main road and the whole neighborhood is very nice. Owners are helpful and responsive. Was able to enjoy our self and still be comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Leslie B.

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

Alpena

It was a great place , thanks
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie S.

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

A beautiful property and location!

I will say our stay was perfect. The cabin was great and the lake magnificent! The fall colors were at peak and breathtaking. We all had a great time and look forward to going back!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Bryce O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Great Rustic Cabin on the Lake for the Weekend

Was a great cabin. Clean and tidy with wonderful location. Amenities werent quite as expected but loved it for a short weekend away
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lynda & Mark R.

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

Long Lake Getaway

Really enjoyed our stay and would come back. Thx Ryan!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gary P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent location on Long Lake and a short trip to the big lake and Alpena. Open floor plan was great and the kitchen was amazing. Firewood ready to go for the campfire and plenty of chairs for everyone. Everything went smoothly with directions and check in, wireless connectivity and working smart tv. A very nice experience!! Thank you!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Excellent

Great property!!! Very clean and everything you need is there. Great access to the lake.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rick W.

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

Lakefront vacation.

Beautiful sunrise every morning. Perfect size for small family. Quiet area with access to the lake.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Linda B.

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

Perfect location on wonderful lake

Not large but enough for 4 adults. Location is right on lake and firepit too. Cabin was very clean. Fishing was goid despite alit of wind.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rick W.

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

Great place, very relaxing.

Beautiful sunrises every morning. Right on the lake. Clean, well kept property.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Yvonne D.

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

Love spot, close to everything

This is a great little cabin, right on the water, and really convenient for travels into Alpena and all of the nearby shoreline communities. Ryan was a responsive and generous host.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kathy D.

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

Peaceful

Quiet, clean, relaxing place to getaway
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mel B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was great. I contacted Ryan about replacing the frying pans, he thanked me for notifying him. Fishing was great, had plenty to eat, even had enough to take home.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Charles C.

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

An Absolute Must!

This is our 2nd year renting this property. The cabin and yard are perfection! Simple design gives you nostalgia. Amenities are all there. And Long Lake is now our favorite. This placw never disappoints. Book it and make memories youll have forever.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michelle W.

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

Excellent experience

The cabin was clean and well equipped. Communication with host was excellent. We had a great time and would definitely rent here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

Cathy Z.

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

Great vacation

Cabin was very clean. Would of liked if there was an oven and bathroom was very cramped. Other than that we would stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jason W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This cottage on Long Lake was perfect for our little family (two adults and two small children) for our week long vacation. It is cozy, clean, well stocked, and in a great location. The inclusion of linens, towels, and a fully stocked kitchen was such a great thing for us. In addition to being just steps from Long Lake, it is also only 15-30 minutes from many fun spots to explore Lake Huron and do any shopping you may need. The homeowner was incredibly helpful, thorough, and prompt in his communications with us from trip preparation through our exit at the end of our time. We made lots of wonderful family memories here and would love to return again in the future.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025