Spacious 5 Bed Waterfront Home! Book your Vacation now!

Exceptional

5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10167.2 sq m

Popular amenities

Parking available
Pet-friendly
Dryer
Barbecue grill
Washer
Fireplace

Explore the area

Alger, MI

Forest Lake
‪1 min walk‬
Tanger Outlets West Branch
‪26 min drive‬
Saganing Eagles Landing Casino
‪38 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Lower level bedroom left

1 Queen Bed

lower level bedroom right

1 Queen Bed

Main floor bedroom

1 King Bed

Upper Floor bedroom Left

1 Queen Bed

Upper Floor bedroom right

1 Double Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Jetted bathtub

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Garden

Dining area

About this property

2025 Updates: the water levels at Forest Lake will be back to normal! No outside boats are allowed on the lake. The home now has air conditioning.

Spacious five bedroom home accommodates 10 on lakeside property, just two hours north of Detroit. Home offers 3 full baths, This home boasts four sliding glass doors facing the lake and a walk out basement with a view! Stay and enjoy the serene views of the lake from the deck or from the 60 foot boardwalk by the water. This is an excellent place to get some well deserved down time, relax and regenerate your energy level. With a Short drive You Could Be Tubing, Kayaking the Rifle River. West Branch Shopping is Just 15 Minutes Away.

So Much to Do for Everyone and in a Very Safe Private Community.

Property manager

Renee OBrien

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Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Children count as guests. No more than 10 guests

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 1 total)

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

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 deadlock

About the area

Alger

Alger is home to this holiday home. Lakeshore Marina and Secord Lake Marina are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Forest Lake and Chandlers Lake.

Alger, MI

What's nearby

Forest Lake - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
Chandlers Lake - 18 min drive - 13.0 km
Tanger Outlets West Branch - 26 min drive - 25.1 km
The Nightmare Golf Course - 35 min drive - 37.2 km
Saganing Eagles Landing Casino - 38 min drive - 44.1 km

Restaurants

‪Dee's Pizza Pad - ‬23 min drive
‪Kimmie’s Pub N Grub - ‬23 min drive
‪Subway - ‬23 min drive
‪Home Pub - ‬16 min drive
‪Subway - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Spacious 5 Bed Waterfront Home! Book your Vacation now! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

What time is check-in at Spacious 5 Bed Waterfront Home! Book your Vacation now! ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Spacious 5 Bed Waterfront Home! Book your Vacation now! ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Spacious 5 Bed Waterfront Home! Book your Vacation now! located?

Situated in Alger, this holiday home is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Forest Lake and within 12 miles (20 km) of Chandlers Lake and Skidway Lake Township Park. Lost Lake and Turtle Lake are also within 12 miles (20 km).

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10/10 Excellent

Jodi W.

8 August 2018

Great space for a larger group!

My large family stayed at this beautiful home and had a wonderful time! The weather was very hot so it made us appreciate the water and the outside space even more. The neighbors on the end of the cove were not there during the week of our stay, so it felt very private as we tied our rafts to the dock just to float in cove area. There were a few minor things we noticed (screens on the doors were slightly torn and housecleaning could have been better as we found cobwebs in some of the rooms and crumbs around/in furniture) but I brought to Renee's attention--she responded in a timely manner and I'm sure those things will be addressed. Renee made the whole process easy and was quick to respond to questions. We enjoyed evening bonfires, but the yard does have quite a slope, so it was not the easiest for my elderly parents to come down to that area. We spent a day tubing down the Rifle River and another day went into West Branch to the outlet mall. This home allowed us to all gather together and have such a nice family vacation. I would definitely recommend.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Marlo M.

12 December 2017

PERFECT

This was an amazing place for our girls weekend!! The location and size of the home was perfect and accommodated all our needs. The open floor plan makes it easy to have a larger group to entertain and watch movies, etc. Thank you for sharing your amazing home with us, we are hoping to make this our annual spot!

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

David G.

3 October 2017

Excellent Home!

We had an amazing time! The house is beautiful and the views were even better. The beach was extremely spacious and close. Everything you could imagine needing on a weekend away was easily accessible. Overall this property was the perfect location to relax and enjoy the lake. We would highly recommend this home to others and hope to be back again next summer!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Joe P.

4 September 2017

Beautiful house perfectly set up for multiple families.

We had a great time during our week at the Red Anchor Retreat. The lake was so quiet, without the usual boating traffic we are used to. The girls had a great time swimming and kayaking from the dock. Beautiful evenings spent around the fire pit enjoying smores. Conveniently located 15 minutes away from Westbranch for shopping. We took a day trip to Tawas and Lake Huron, only 45 minutes away. And did I mention how important having 3 baths are when there are 3 teenage girls in your group?

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Patricia M.

6 August 2017

Clean, comfortable, roomy with a great view of the lake.

The association beach is beautiful and well maintained. Easy drive in and out of the neighborhood with paved streets. We brought bicycles with us. Easy day trip to Mackinaw, East Tawas and surrounding areas. The home is neat and clean. Plenty of kitchen supplies to eat at home with the family. Owner was responsive to questions throughout our trip. I would highly recommend and I would stay here again - without question!

Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Becky S.

30 July 2017

Excellent

Beautiful home! We loved all of the bedrooms and that each floor had its own bathroom and shower which made going with a lot of people very easy. So many fun things to do close by- Whites for tubing and so many others! Highly recommend this property for a great getaway

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Kurt K.

6 July 2017

Great Family Vacation

The house was beautiful, clean and had everything we wanted. We enjoyed, kayaking, fishing off the dock and taking long walks on the quiet streets. The owner was great to work with and quick to respond to any question. Loved our vacation.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

25 March 2017

Great place! Very clean!

What a relaxing get away with all the amenities!

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Shannon G., Milford, Michigan

6 February 2017

Absolutely Love this place

I absolutely Love this house. Very peaceful property and lake. The lake is clean. and so is the house. I've stayed here many times. It's great for girls trips and couples. Last time we stayed here I brought a huge raft and we floated around the lake on it. Whites Canoe Livery is a short drive and we rented tubes and floated down the river for the day. Just a short drive for a few different restaurants in case you want to eat out. Less then a 25 minute drive to West Branch if you want to do some shopping. The owners are very nice and easy to book reservations with.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Shannon G., Milford, Michigan

6 February 2017

Absolutely Love this place

I absolutely Love this house. Very peaceful property and lake. The lake is clean. and so is the house. I've stayed here many times. It's great for girls trips and couples. Last time we stayed here I brought a huge raft and we floated around the lake on it. Whites Canoe Livery is a short drive and we rented tubes and floated down the river for the day. Just a short drive for a few different restaurants in case you want to eat out. Less then a 25 minute drive to West Branch if you want to do some shopping. The owners are very nice and easy to book reservations with.

About the host

Hosted by Renee OBrien

My husband and I bought the waterfront property in 2003 and built the home shortly after. We have enjoyed the projects and many weekends relaxing on the lake with our family and friends. Our boys are now 9 & 10 years old and have known our little cottage as our 'home away' from home all their lives. Catching frogs, kayaking, swimming, fishing, boating are their favorite activities. We enjoy entertaining as you will see when you stay at the Red Anchor Retreat that it is very accommodating. My favorite part of the Red Anchor Retreat? Early morning views of the lake, with the fog rolling off the still lake. I love to sit and watch the birds, listen to the calmness. It's very peaceful!

Why they chose this property

When my husband and I were looking for a cottage, we knew we needed one that wasn't a days drive away from our home. Being only 2 hours from the Detroit area makes it easy to visit more often! We love the amenities of Forest Lake, including two private beaches with restrooms, BBQ's grill, playscape and a beach volleyball court. We enjoy having a small park just a quick walk down the street for the kids. When they were little it was a short walk in the stroller to get to the swings. As our boys have grown, they now explore in the woods, catching frogs in the shallow creek that runs behind the nearby park or crossing over the bridge to the peninsula that jets out into the lake. I love the lake community, but also that quietness of the woods. The home is situated on a quiet street with very little traffic. We ride bikes, take walks and just enjoy the yard with sprinkler fun or games.

What makes this property unique

The home caters to multiple families. As stated, we love entertaining and the home is a perfect set up to do so. The home has 2 bedrooms on the upper level, 1 bedroom on the main and 2 bedrooms on the lower level, each floor accompanied with a full bathroom. The upper bathroom is equipped with a jetted tub. The kitchen, dining and main living area with stone fireplace, opens to the 14x24 deck facing the lake.

There are also two kayaks (one adult, one child) for use on the lake.

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Popular amenities

Explore the area

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Lower level bedroom left

lower level bedroom right

Main floor bedroom

Upper Floor bedroom Left

Upper Floor bedroom right

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 1

Spaces

About this property