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Property grounds
A cozy living room with a wooden-framed door, a cushioned chair, a small table with a lamp, a red sofa, and a window with curtains.
Exterior detail
A stone patio with wicker furniture, surrounded by a forest.
A rustic bedroom with wooden walls, a bed with floral bedding, a ceiling fan, and a wicker chair.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom2 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Lake Ann, MI
  • Place, Lake View
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Bryan Lake
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Lake Ann Brewing Company
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪30 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Lake Ann

This cottage places you next to Lake View and within a 10-minute walk of Bryan Lake. The cottage includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a balcony.
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What's nearby

  • Lake View - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Bryan Lake - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Lake Ann Brewing Company - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Almira Township Hall - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Burnett Park - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

  • Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lake Ann Brewing Company - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Dilbert's Cafe - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Hayloft Inn - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Bradley’s Pub & Grille - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Light of Day Organics - ‬10 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.

Enchanted Lakeside Cottage Nestled in Perennial Gardens

Experience Northern Michigan's beauty and charm at the "Cottage Garden."

The "Cottage Garden" is nestled among perennial gardens and towering white pines on Lakeview Lake just outside the village of Lake Ann, 15 minutes west of Traverse City. Enjoy the many perennial gardens while watching the white-tail deer stop by for a drink at the shore or the many species of birds who have made their homes in the birdhouses throughout the gardens.

Lakeview Lake is a private, beautiful lake and offers great kayaking and fishing including pike, bluegill, and bass for you to try your fishing skills.

The "Cottage Garden" offers one bedroom, two baths, a hide-a-bed in the living and sitting rooms, full kitchen, and laundry. The walk-out patio is perfect for romantic dinners and spectacular sunsets.

Keywords: Cottage, garden, lakeview
The cottage is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 1.5 bathrooms, and a balcony or patio, and there's space to spread out with a separate bedroom. Guests can enjoy a TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a coffee maker. Housekeeping is available on request.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

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

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

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.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Bicycle parking
  • Boat
  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing 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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Bicycle parking
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 5:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

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 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
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: 5:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM

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, and a smoke detector.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

Enchanted Lakeside Cottage Nestled in Perennial Gardens Cottage
Enchanted Lakeside Cottage Nestled in Perennial Gardens Lake Ann

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do within easy reach of this cottage?

This cottage in Lake Ann is within a 10-minute walk of Lake View and Bryan Lake. You'll also find Herendeene Lake and Fuller Lake less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at Enchanted Lakeside Cottage Nestled in Perennial Gardens?

Yes, there is wheelchair-accessible parking and bicycle 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.

Is Enchanted Lakeside Cottage Nestled in Perennial Gardens good for couples?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this lakeside cottage include a fireplace and a kitchen in each cottage, and some feature lake view.

Are there hot tubs at Enchanted Lakeside Cottage Nestled in Perennial Gardens?

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

Does this cottage provide breakfast?

No, this cottage doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this cottage allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at this cottage.

Are there connecting rooms at Enchanted Lakeside Cottage Nestled in Perennial Gardens?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this cottage.

Where is the closest airport to this cottage?

The closest major airport to this cottage is Cherry Capital Airport (TVC), which is 17.9 mi away (28 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Enchanted Lakeside Cottage Nestled in Perennial Gardens?

Yes, every cottage at Enchanted Lakeside Cottage Nestled in Perennial Gardens comes with a patio and some offer lake views.

Enchanted Lakeside Cottage Nestled in Perennial Gardens Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 50 out of 54 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 54 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 54 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 54 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 54 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeramie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage was wonderful! Very clean and homey with plenty of gorgeous views.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shelly B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charming and lovely. Perfect place for our girls getaway.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This cabin was delightfully charming as we're our hosts, who live right next door. The lake was pretty and was good for fishing.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

elizabeth m.

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

Beautiful & Cozy Cottage

This beautiful cottage was the perfect spot for us to enjoy the Michigan coastline.The hosts were very helpful & welcoming.Totally immaculate. The gardens made it so lovely. Great location for a quiet week.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leah S.

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

Cozy

Very cozy and cute cottage. Beautiful location but didn’t realize there wouldn’t be much swim access and the bedding and towels had a very musty smell. Otherwise great stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Molli C.

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

Romantic cozy cabin

Loved this cozy cabin right on the lake. Dorina was super friendly, easy going, and communicative. The sunsets were incredible. The location was perfect. Def would come back! :)
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quick weekend getaway with my husband in this cozy cottage. Location was ideal for visiting some of our favorite places (wineries, cedar polka festival and Lake Ann brewery). View of lake was nice and peaceful with just some ducks as neighbors. The stairwell is a little tight for taller people, i am 5'10" and had to do a limbo dance to get downstairs to the bedroom. Gardens surrounding cottage are beautiful.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Derek B.

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

Mom and Daughters get away.

They had a great stay and enjoyed all the area offered. The cabin is cute and peaceful as the pictures show. Mom did say the bed was really really high but was comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brandon D.

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

Beautiful property.

The property was beautiful and quiet. Just what we were looking for. The property owner was very helpful and responded quickly with any questions. Definitely would recommend a stay there!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Randy/ Stephanie F.

We love this cottage!

This cottage is everything we want and need for a long weekend getaway. Comfortable, clean and affordable. It’s our fourth time staying here and we will be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2017
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian M.

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

Nice

Very quaint & very nice!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey S.

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

Enchanted Experience

My entire experience was nothing short of enchanted…from the garden fragrances to the thoughtfully designed details in and around the cottage. The views are spectacular and I left feeling rejuvenated. I will be back and am so grateful for such a wonderful time!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

julie o.

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

a wonderful place in all ways

Nothing but excellent things to say here; such a charming place, and Dorina is the best host ever. Unrelated, we loved Lake Ann and also Glen Arbor. I have to do a special shout out to a clothing store called "The Cottonseed" because I especially loved their clothing. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy H.

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

Magical Stay

This property was everything I had hoped it would be and more! A beautiful cozy cottage with gorgeous perennial gardens by the lake. It was quiet and quaint. I loved the coziness of the fireplace for the chilly evenings. There were fresh flowers throughout the property for a welcoming touch. It was the perfect getaway and close to all that Northern Muchigan has to offer.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marc F.

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

Hidden Gem

If aesthetics matter to you you'll love this little cabin in the woods. Beautiful landscaping meets you upon arrival and welcomes you with a private experience thoughtfully put together. We enjoyed the shade and lake views while grilling dinner after a day of sun on the beach. It's a short 20 minute the Esch Beach for beautiful sunsets. Great time and would definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl H.

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

Splendid Stay!

The property is beautiful, relaxing and quiet. Flowers bloomed everywhere. Friendly dogs welcomed us and showed us to our doorstep. Woke up to the sounds of loons on the lake every morning. Comfy bed. Close to Sleeping Bear Dunes, Glen Arbor and Traverse City. Would 10/10 recommend to others.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Frances F.

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

Where were the 7 dwarves?

The Garden Cottage is simply magical and I truly did expect the 7 dwarves to come marching by, singing “Hi, ho,hi, ho, it’s off to work we go.” The cottage is charming and so is its owner, Dorina. She is very personable and helpful. We found the location to be great for the things we wanted to do in the area. The shower was great too!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica P.

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

Nice place

Loved Dorina's place - it was so chill and serene. We had a baby and a toddler with us and there was an extra living room downstairs that we could set up their bassinet and crib in which was perfect. Flowers for us in every room, bed was super comfortable and it had everything we needed - in particular, I appreciated having nice pots and pans to use - sometimes in vacation rentals these are just throwaway items from thrift stores, and it was so nice to have clean items. The place was absolutely charming!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robin R.

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

Exceptional - An Introvert's Dream

The perfect place to to everything and nothing. We enjoyed quick trips to the big lake, a bit of hiking, and some great food. However, our favorite thing was staying in to enjoy the beautiful stillness of the tall pines and gorgeous lake views. There are wonderful views from the lakeside chairs, the cottage patio, the sitting room, and the comfy bed. We loved peeping wildlife at the water's edge and hearing the loons. The cottage is decorated in a way that makes you realize that good design immediately lowers blood pressure.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristi V.

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

Charming cottage - gorgeous gardens!

We loved staying here! The gardens you see in the property listing are as beautiful if not even more so in person. Very pleasant setting right on a small lake. The cottage is lovely, great for 2 people, might be a little tight for more than that but still workable. The patio right outside the bedroom looking out onto the lake was a great way to start the day. We had a nice chat with the owner who takes great pride in the property. Easy short drive to Traverse City or Interlochen, depending on which direction you are headed. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Colleen D.

Absolutely PERFECT!

There are 3 things I want to go over in this review: 1. Janine Mongomery 2. THE COTTAGE! 3. Dorina Rudd. Janine is who we dealt with during the rental agreement process. She was extremely nice and prompt in returning my emails and answering every question I had. She was easy to work with and very professional. The cottage is a masterpiece! The gardens surround the property and were in full bloom during our stay. Flowers everywhere, stone sidewalks, cute little out buildings on the property that are even maintained well and the sounds of birds all day. It's set back off the road, so no busy traffic flying by right outside your door all day. Truly peaceful! Inside was more than we expected. From the pictures, I knew it'd be cute, but the details blew us away. Dorina's profession as a designer truly comes through in this cottage. Very unique, very cozy and more than we could have anticipated. We opened all of the windows and had the most incredible lake breeze all day long through the cottage. She has games and books available and a binder with the history of the cottage. After reading her story, you can't help but appreciate what she has done with the property. The cottage was very clean and the kitchen had everything we needed to stay for the week. The decorating was off the charts adorable! The color schemes and furniture used made this place a real treat to stay in! Very comfortable queen bed that sits right next to a large sliding door that faces the lake. We slept like a rock with the cool night breeze! Dorina was an absolute joy. We met her on our 2nd day and talked briefly. She was very friendly and approachable but our 5th day is when I really got to spend some time learning about her, her history and hearing some of her stories. I felt an easy connection with her. I told my husband that if we lived up there that there's no doubt she and I would be friends. Just a very REAL lady with stories that are definitely book worthy. Her personality and friendliness made our vacation even that much more memorable. We love the area. Northern MI just can't be beat. I would highly recommend this rental cottage to anyone looking for a peaceful, quiet vacation in a truly unique and charming cottage. 5 stars for sure!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jane A.

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

Perfect spot

We stayed 4 nights in this perfect cottage. It’s tiny, but charming in every detail. We were traveling with 2 teens and expected them to have to share a sofa bed. In fact, there is a sofa bed in each of the sitting areas. The indoor spaces (including the adorable and fully functional kitchen) are perfect for our family, but it’s the outdoor spaces that make this the most perfect cottage ever, starting with the adorable paint colors. The cottage is surrounded by flowers, the outdoor furniture is comfortable and the beach area is perfectly appointed. Our expectations weren’t just exceeded, but we’re blown away. We can’t wait to go back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Timothy H.

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

Beautiful Weekend Getaway

With am extremely hectic couple of months preceding our anniversary, my wife and I was looking for a quiet getaway for our anniversary, and came across this cottage. It was everything we had hoped for and more! Quaint, quiet, scenic, and well furnished. My biggest regret is we only had a couple days. Reasonable drive to Lake Ann andTraverse City for more activities. We will definitely stay here again, hopefully in the summer for some kayaking and swimming.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie H.

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

Beautiful

Such a beautiful area! We definitely will be back.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Edward N R.

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

Lovely spot, wonderful host.

Very cute two story house with nice views of the lake. Full kitchen, two sitting rooms, 1 bedroom, and 1.5 bathrooms. The stairway is very narrow and steep, so some might feel uncomfortable going up and down.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021