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Crooked Lake lakefront Cabin in the Amish Hills

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Interior
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Living area
Property grounds

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6120.8 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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Curran, MI
  • Shamrock Lake
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • McCollum Lake
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Wood Lake
    ‪26 min drive‬
  • Alpena, MI (APN-Alpena County Regional)
    ‪42 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bunk Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Crooked Lake lakefront Cabin in the Amish Hills

This is our family cabin on Crooked lake, and we rent it out for part of the summer months. It was built in the 1950’s by the Erb lumber founder. This is a quiet and beautiful lake with a fantastic, ever-changing view in the heart of the Amish rolling hills. Loons, Herons and eagles are common here, and I'm sure you'll see lots of other wildlife. Den of foxes 100’ away. I’ve seen bobcat, wolverine, foxes, eagle, bear and of course lots of deer. This a clean, spring fed no-wake 90 acre lake, and there is good fishing as well (Largemouth, Crappie, Sunfish, Bluegills, Rock Bass, and Perch. Some huge Pike.). It's located on the end of a cul-de-sac, so nothing but woods on one side (a couple hundred acres). We spend most of our time on the deck enjoying the lake, or down near the water or on it. Inside the cabin, I'm sure you'll find it spacious (around 1300 square feet). It has an open floor plan, and is full of contemporary Michigan art from downstate. The master bedroom is quite large, and the other two bedrooms are somewhat smaller. The master has a king sized bed that can split into two twins. BR2 has a bunk bed in it, and BR3 has a full sized bed. The bathroom is average sized with a tub and shower. Everything is clean and functional. There is a television with DVD player, and a decent sized library of DVD movies. There are 800 movies on a Raspberry Pi as well. Smart tv with streamed Netflix etc. Fast fiber optic internet. Sit on the deck and work remote if you’d like.
Boats: A small motorboat, a canoe, two kayaks and a floating waterpatio come with the cabin. Viking Marine will deliver a pontoon boat for your stay, but you'll have to arrange it with them. They do all the drop off, pick up and launch work for you. There is a dock in front of the property, and you're welcome to bring your own boat and tie up. A lot of people do this. Launch across the bay at Mitchell state park, they have a cement ramp.

In general our rentals are for full weeks minimum and we prefer Saturday to Saturday. We may make an exception in off season, but not in full season.


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Property manager

Ray Crucet

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 24
Check out before 12:00 PM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
You can smoke in the great outdoors.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Curran

Located in Curran, this cabin is on the beach. Huron-Manistee National Forest and Snow Valley reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Boney Park and Wild Frontier Fun Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Curran, MI

What's nearby

  • Shamrock Lake - 11 min drive - 9.5 km
  • McCollum Lake - 21 min drive - 11.3 km
  • Spring Lake - 25 min drive - 18.8 km
  • Wood Lake - 26 min drive - 16.7 km
  • Garland - 54 min drive - 53.3 km

Getting around

  • Alpena, MI (APN-Alpena County Regional) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lunchbox Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Nick & Ivy Country Diner - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Lunch Box - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Lunchbox - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Crooked Lake lakefront Cabin in the Amish Hills pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Crooked Lake lakefront Cabin in the Amish Hills?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Crooked Lake lakefront Cabin in the Amish Hills?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Crooked Lake lakefront Cabin in the Amish Hills located?

This Curran cabin is on the beach, 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Huron-Manistee National Forest, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Snow Valley and Shamrock Lake. Shear Lake and McCollum Lake are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 65 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Fred W.

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

Crooked Lake!!

Great place to stay!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

John E.

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

In the woods with wonderful water view

A great 2 weeks in a very nice cabin
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Fred W.

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

2024 trip

Great relating stay.After the 3rd time there it feels like home away from home!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hilary R.

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

Relaxing Stay

Loved staying here with my family. We spent a lot of time swimming in the lake then sat by the fire making smores. It's a nice and quiet lake. Ray was a great host. There is a deck in the back that is perfect for drinking coffee and taking in the views of the lake.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

R. THOMAS C.

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

Crucet Cottage

Charming roomy comfortable cottage on a clear water lake that is very friendly for kayakers & fishing!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matt H.

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

Great Property

Everything is perfect about this place. The location, lake access, everything. This was our 2nd stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary W.

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

Tranquil Lake Stay

Spent a very peaceful week with family. Biking, kayaking, fishing and exploring the surrounding areas. Unique cottage is clean and comfortable. Ray was very attentive as a host. Checking in to see if we needed anything. We will definitely return.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca S.

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

Peaceful and relaxing

We love coming here! The wildlife is plentiful, the fishing is excellent, the cabin is great. Can't wait to come back next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karri G., Livonia USA

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

Relaxing

Relaxing quiet cabin on the lake.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Marla S., Cottonwood Shores

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

July vacation

We had a great time. Loved the chipmunks and foxes. The cabin was comfortable and Ray was a great host
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Talburt L.

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

Beautiful lake & cottage

We had a great week at Ray’s cottage. The lake is crystal clear, very calm & peaceful, and the fishing is excellent. The cottage is nice and comfortable. We thoroughly enjoyed our time. Thanks again Ray!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janice D., Hollywood, SC

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

Best Cabin in area

We have family in Curran and wanted to spend time with them this fall. We rented Ray's cabin for a few weeks and really had quality time with them. The cabin is perfect for making memories and we enjoyed our time! Very comfortable and well appointed. Ray is a great host and you will not be disappointed in the cabin.
Stayed 21 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca S., Caro. MI

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

I've been renting here for years!

Peaceful, tranquil, wonderful communication with owner. Great fishing. Wildlife abounds. Will continue to rent here for as long as I can. I love it here!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matt H.

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

Perfect Getaway...

We had a wonderful time. A perfect vacation from COVID. Everything was nice and clean and the property was quiet, private, and exactly as described. Thanks again!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Hank V., Caledonia

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comfortable and clean

Stayed with 3 adults for a week, I spent most of my time on the dock or pontoon boat fishing. Had a great time and caught lots of big bluegills and small bass. It was a great time. Owner/Manager was attentive and made a courtesy call shortly after we arrived.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Carol T., New Era Mi

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

Vacation

The scenery was beautiful! The fish weren't very cooperative! But we caught enough for 2 suppers! Yummy!
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Micki C.

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

Beautiful Crooked Lake

We spent a relaxing week on beautiful Crooked Lake. Fishing, canoeing, campfires (so many stars!), exploring and a lot of R&R! We saw plenty of deer and wild turkey. There was a mama and fawn down by the lake the last morning of our stay. We were also visited by a pair of pileated woodpeckers one afternoon! And the loons were so beautiful to watch and listen to! Cozy cabin with all of the creature comforts. We most definitely enjoyed our week and slept better than we have in awhile. Very peaceful and tranquil.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dave H.

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Quiet relaxing location

Nice quiet lake. Cottage had everything we needed. The cottage stayed cool even though the temperature outside hit 90 degrees several days. Enjoyed spending time on the deck and fishing in the lake. We caught bluegill, rock bass, and 13-14 inch large mouth. The fishing boat with a motor was really great. We also canoed around the lake. There was so little boat traffic it was like we had the lake to ourselves. Good ice cream at the dairy in Mio. Our dogs loved retrieving balls from the lake.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris S.

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

A Hidden Gem

We really enjoyed our week stay at this unique lake cottage tucked away in a corner of the woods. We spent many hours enjoying the beautiful lake view from the deck surrounded by the trees listening to the call of the loons. We saw lots of wildlife during our stay, including several eagles, deer, hummingbirds, squirrel and three cute little foxes that live on the property. My husband spent many hours fishing on the lake. The house itself is very homey and comfortable. We enjoyed looking at all the art and unique objects decorating the walls. It truely has a family lakehouse feel. Our two goldens enjoyed all the swimming they got to do right from the property. We visited several lighthouses and beautiful state parks within about an hours drive from the cabin. The owner was very friendly and helpful. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and are planning to come back again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

karen m., wayne michigan

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A slice of heaven.

If you want to unplug and relax this place is for you. Lake is peaceful with good swimming. Location is good, several Amish stores are near by with yummy treats. Cottage has everything you will need for some time away. Hummingbirds love the two feeders. We saw a deer and has several eagle sightings. Hopefully we will be back next summer.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tamara B.

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

August 2022

Upon arrival everything was clean and in working order. We quickly unpacked and immediately felt at home. Deck and yard to the lake were easy to get to (only a few steps). We brought kayaks and a trip around the lake took about 90 minutes (time spent watching the loons included). Beach and swimming right in front was weed free. Family discussion is to go back again next summer.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael B.

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Family fun!

Our family had an amazing time in this relaxing, peaceful, cozy house. Took a while to figure out the fishing but once we did my son caught his biggest bass ever and we got enough pan fish for my daughter's fish dinner she requested. We had everything we needed for the week at the house. Kitchen was stocked, the mystery chest provided fun while it rained and lots of movies to watch. My favorite part was the motor provided for the boat to fish. Great communication with the owner throughout our stay. We hated to leave and I even think our dogs were a little bummed when we had to go.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Paul C.

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

Nice cabin!

Nice quiet lake
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Charlene S.

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

Amazing

This place was amazing just what we needed to relax and recharge
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Becky S.

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

A quirky little piece of paradise

We really enjoyed our stay on Crooked Lake. The cabin was clean and well stocked. The eclectic decor provided a curiosity at every turn, from the abstract original paintings, to the Scouting badge shadow box, to the wall collage that guests are encouraged to contribute to. And then there was the serene canoe paddle and the loons at dawn and dusk. Just what we needed. Thanks Ray.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

About the host

Hosted by Ray Crucet

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I'm an engineer at a firm in Oakland County, and have lived in the area for 40 years. We're new to renting a cabin, but we'll do our best to accommodate you.

Why they chose this property

We bought this cabin for the great view and waterfront access and beach. The cabin was built by the owner of a hardware store chain, and we were impressed by the design and quality of construction. We love this area, and have been coming to this lake for almost 25 years.

What makes this property unique

The cabin is at the end of a cul-de-sac, so nothing but woods on one side, and of course the lake. Chances are you won't see any neighbors. Huron National Forest and the AuSable river are just a few miles away, with hundreds of miles of trails for hiking or ORV. A canoe, kayak and a fishing boat come with the cabin. There is a small Honda motor in the shed for the aluminum boat. Excellent fishing around Crooked. There is ORV trailhead nearby in McKinley, and that trail system runs all across the state. You can get away with riding your ORV to McKinley if you take the Hardy Grade road as it’s dirt and not well traveled. There are a lot of animals in this area. Bobcat, bear, wolverine, fox, eagle, loons. If you’re driving at dusk, be careful!