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Vintage Clam Cottage

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A room with large windows overlooking Clam Lake, featuring a wooden deck and picnic table.
A small building with a patio area, a table, and two chairs.
A lakeside dock with a boat, a grassy area, and a small shed.
A yellow house with a sloped roof, two windows with shutters, and a small porch area.
A kitchen with large windows, wooden cabinets, and a variety of kitchen utensils hanging on the wall.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroom

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Water view

Explore the area

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Bellaire, MI
  • Place, Clam Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Torch Lake
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Boyne Mountain
    ‪43 min drive‬
  • Airport, Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪42 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Bellaire

This vacation home places you next to Clam Lake and within a mile (2 km) of Thayer lake. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a refrigerator, and a microwave.
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What's nearby

  • Clam Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Torch Lake - 2 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Lake Bellaire - 9 min drive - 6.3 miles
  • Traverse City Beach - 36 min drive - 31.6 miles
  • Boyne Mountain - 43 min drive - 43.3 miles

Getting around

  • Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪M88 Morning Grind - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Shanty Creek Resorts - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Short's Brewing Company - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Oasis Tavern - ‬24 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.

Vintage Clam Cottage

Summary:

Enjoy classic Northern Michigan charm at Vintage Clam Cottage, a cozy lakefront home on Clam Lake with easy access to Torch Lake. This quaint property is ideal for families or small groups looking for a relaxing Up North getaway. Bring your boat or rent one from nearby marinas, relax on the lakeside deck, or gather around the fire pit for a perfect evening by the water. Located between the charming town of Alden and the vibrant town of Bellaire, you’ll have access to local dining, breweries, wineries, golf, and shopping.



The Space:

- 3 bedrooms | 5 beds | Sleeps up to 6

- Main House: 1 Queen, 2 Bunk Beds

- Bunk house: 1 Queen, 1 Bunk Bed

- 1 bathroom

- Main cottage with separate bunkhouse

- Comfortable living room and small kitchen with dining area

- Lakeside deck for relaxing or dining outdoors

- Separate bunkhouse for additional sleeping space

- Fire pit for evenings by the water

- Window air conditioning units in the main bedroom, living room, and bunkhouse

- No heating in cottage or bunkhouse

- Parking is limited

Accommodates small families or groups



Guest Access:

- Entire property including main cottage and bunkhouse

- Private lakefront

- Lakeside deck

- Fire pit and BBQ grill

- Free parking on premises (limited)



The Neighborhood:

- Located on Clam Lake, just a short boat ride to Torch Lake

- Between the towns of Alden and Bellaire

- Close to dining, breweries, wineries, golf courses, and local shops

- Ideal for boating, fishing, water sports, and exploring Northern Michigan lakes



Getting Around:

- A car is recommended

- Parking is limited on-site

- Nearby towns and attractions easily accessible by car or boat



Other Things to Note:

- Rental agreement required

- Photo ID + copy of ID required for reservation confirmation

- Primary renters must be 25+

- No pets

- No smoking of any kind

- Check-in: 3 PM

- Check-out: 9 AM



Interaction with Guests:

- Hosts are available by message or phone call if needed during your stay.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and space to spread out with 3 bedrooms. The vacation home also includes a coffee maker.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Optional golf privileges
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 9:00 AM

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 doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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 indicated 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: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 9:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 25

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • 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 smoke detector.

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Frequently asked questions

What can I see around this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Bellaire, just steps from Clam Lake. You'll also find Torch Lake and Lake Bellaire within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Vintage Clam Cottage?

No, there isn't parking available at the vacation home.

Is this vacation home adjacent to a casino?

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

Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?

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

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Vintage Clam Cottage?

Couples staying at this lakeside vacation home will appreciate amenities such as a kitchen in each house with a water view in some.

Are there hot tubs at Vintage Clam Cottage?

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.

Will this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.

Are there connecting rooms at Vintage Clam Cottage?

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 Cherry Capital Airport (TVC), which is 29.8 mi away (39 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Vintage Clam Cottage?

No, there aren't any house at Vintage Clam Cottage that offer a balcony.

Vintage Clam Cottage Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

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Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 2 reviews
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8.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Chris Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location was a plus. Short boat ride to torch lake.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Elaine D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Host was very helpful and timely when we had issues.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026