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Torch Lake Dream Cottage

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Exterior
Exterior
Outdoor dining
Exterior
Dream Cottage Porch

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 466.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
Rapid City, MI
  • Torch Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Elk Lake
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Torch Lake Park
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪42 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Dining Area

About this property

Torch Lake Dream Cottage

This is a completely non-smoking property. If there are smokers in your party, please select another property that allows smoking.

Cozy and quaint lakefront Dream Cottage has two bedrooms, one with a queen and one very small room with a full. All linens are provided. In the living room is a sleeper sofa and large screen wall-mounted TV. The bathroom has small shower stall. Towels are provided although you may want to bring beach towels.

The small galley kitchen is also completely equipped with pots and pans, and small appliances incuding blender, mixer, can opener, toaster, microwave, Mr. Coffee, and mini-keurig. A propane gas grill is right outside the kitchen door.

Read or play games on the covered porch while you take in the lake or sit on the Adirondack chairs on the lawn.. Wade to your own boat moored in front of the cottage. Take the kayaks out. No boat? Rent from Torch River Marina or Alden Marine one mile away.

Note that boat mooring and kayak paddling are at your own risk. Owner assumes no liability.

This cottage was built circa 1930 and is up to date, but not modern. It is a non-smoking property with a maximum of 4 overnight guests and a limit of two vehicles. We ask that you recycle to reduce Northern Michigan landfills and we make it easy.

Streaming TV and wifi is available.

The owners live next door, but leave you to enjoy your stay unless you have questions. However, consider whether you are comfortable with owners nearby.

Property manager

GM

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Family friendly.for small families
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Non-smoking and no fireworks property.

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

About the area

Rapid City

Located in Rapid City, this cabin is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Torch Lake and Lake Michigan. Guntzviller's Spirit of the Woods Museum and Flintfields Horse Park are also worth visiting. With kayaking and power boating nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
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Rapid City, MI

What's nearby

  • Torch Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Torch River - 5 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Elk Lake - 9 min drive - 8.4 km
  • Torch Lake Park - 10 min drive - 6.6 km
  • Turtle Creek Casino - 26 min drive - 25.4 km

Getting around

  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Oasis Red Bull Tavern - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Dockside-Torch Lake - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Pearls New Orlean Kitchen - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Torch Lake Beer Co - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Chef Charles - ‬19 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Torch Lake Dream Cottage pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Torch Lake Dream Cottage?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Torch Lake Dream Cottage?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Torch Lake Dream Cottage located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is within 3 miles (5 km) of Torch Lake, Torch River and Lake Skegemog. Elk Lake is 3 mi (4.8 km) away.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 29 out of 34 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 34 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 34 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 34 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 34 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

SHAUN G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay
This is an amazing location and a beautiful family cottage on Torch Lake. Great porch to watch the lake all day, and boat mooring less than a mile from the sand bar. Couldn’t be better.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Nicole R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Vacation
This was the most relaxing and enjoyable vacation we've had in a long time. The cottage was prefect and so charming! Gary was super friendly and always available to answer any questions if needed.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gary M., Amarillo, TX

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Dream Cottage
Very beautiful property. Owner very informative and helpful. Everything needed for an enjoyable stay was provided.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Denise K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Classic cottage on turquoise Torch Lake
This is a cozy and remarkable well equipped cottage in a peaceful setting. The owners were responsive and helpful when we had questions. Perfect for a couple or two friends. We kayaked, swam and floated in the sparkling water. Most lake users were boaters or waterskiers. Like many lakes, this one contains the type of snail that creates swimmers itch. We were careful to wear sun protective clothing and were minimally bothered but small children would be more impacted.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Lisa M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness
Torch Lake Dream Cottage
We were the first ones to stay at cabin for this summer. I had to vacuum and clean bathroom before unpacking. The floors were dusty and bathroom dirty. It stated no air conditioning. There were only 2 fans. It could use more. And we had a heatwave that week. Had to leave in the middle of week, to hot in the cabin. Would probably stay again if they put in a window air conditioner since it is a very small cabin. The cabin was cute with lots of historic characters. The owner was nice and answered any questions.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rita K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful location and View
Cabin and location as described. Enjoyed our stay and area. Owner very easy to work with throughout process. Lots to do in area as well ( hiking, swimming, and shopping in local stores).
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Melissa F., Columbus, Indiana

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Exactly as we expected. Lovely location!
Very quaint cottage. Perfect getaway spot. Beautiful lake. Many great local restaurants nearby.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

DONNA K.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
PEACEFUL GETAWAY
RELAXING AND ENJOYABLE
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Cassie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing Vacation
We’ve rented Gary’s Dream Cottage on and off for years. It’s a cute small place but has enough space for my family of 3 plus my Dad and my Aunt. We love Torch Lake and this was the perfect space for us! Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Carol S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Dream Cottage in a Torch Lake Dream Location
This is an older cottage that has been updated and make extremely comfortable. It is just steps from the lake and has a beautiful porch to enjoy.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Scott R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very special place
The porch is a great place to relax and view the water. It is also a wonderful place to have your meals while listening to the soft waves and enjoying the gentle breeze. The property is in a quiet neighborhood that is far from the hubbub of the sandbar but close enough for a quick paddleboard or kayaking trip if one would like to visit it. The beds are comfortable and all the basic amenities you would need is provided for. A great place to stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Dennis S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
a dream cottage
We had a great time. The cottage was clean, ample room for the 3 of us. A beautiful view of the lake. We learned the surrounding area quickly, for stores, restaurants etc. A great little cottage.

10/10 Excellent

Ari E., Columbus, OH, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Unforgettable Trip and Beautiful Cabin
From the beginning of the booking process, Gary was quick and thorough with communication and made sure that his property would be a good fit for us. There were four of us total, including two friends, my mom, and myself. Some reviews have complained about the size of the cabin but it was more than enough for us! Very well kept and adorably decorated. There's a lot of history just with the cabin that added extra enjoyment to our trip. We moored a rental jet ski to one of the two buoys in front of the house and frequently took the kayaks out for early morning trips to the sand bar and expeditions down Torch River. Gary was very friendly and accommodating and we appreciated his knowledge about the area. Overall I'd highly recommend this property as a way to experience Torch Lake!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Katherine B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved it!
This was the 3rd time my daughters and I have rented this cabin and we absolutely love it. It’s in a great location on the lake and convenient to Alden. The cabin has everything you need for your stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Eve B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to get away from covid 19!
It was such a relaxing, stress free vacation away from crowds and the worries of 2020. Gary was very welcoming and the cottage was exactly what we expected from the listing. Can’t wait to go back!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

8/10 Good

Jay P., Wolverine Lake

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location location location
Great rental property in a prime location. The owner is on site all of the time and was very accommodating to our needs. I would definitely recommend this property.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Debbie K., Highland, Michigan

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place!
Very nice place!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

6/10 Okay

monika m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Beautiful porch view and old charm
This was a nice spot but you must be prepared for rustic. The views of the property were great. Some things were a little too uncomfortable like the small shower with hard water and smell of iron. Tight kitchen. Messy unorganized kitchen drawers. Owner lives next door so not much privacy feeling like your being watched. If that doesn’t bother you, you might enjoy it.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Nikki T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place is AMAZING!!!
Wow is all we can say. We had the BEST time and made so many memories. Gary the owner was absolutely wonderful. The lake is beautiful, the cabin was clean and full of rustic charm. We loved everything about the cabin. The location is prime and just a few minute boat ride to the sandbar. We watched the beautiful moon come up every night and saw the beautiful sunrise every morning. We took our 2 little ones with us and they begged us not to leave. One thing I would recommend to anyone is bring your boat or rent one. You get the full experience when you’re on the lake. The water is as blue as the Caribbean and you can truly see straight down in the shallow spots. We ate breakfast, lunch, and dinner on the beautiful front patio that overlooked the lake. We sat out there at night and had a few cocktails and laughs. The Dream Cottage is a rare find. We will definitely be coming back. This was the perfect family getaway to escape the hustle and bustle of every day reality. We did have a few cooler days and a little bit of rain, but we found some trails nearby and checked out some of the smaller towns in the area. There is so much to do and so much to see, a week wasn’t long enough for us to explore everything. Thank you again for letting us rent the Dream Cottage! We can’t wait for next year!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Lisa E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location on Torch Lake
My husband and I thoroughly enjoyed our week at Dream Cottage. The cottage is well-equipped and clean. The photos and description of the cottage were spot on. The lake is amazing. Owner was right next door and very accommodating. We would recommend staying at this cottage.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Holly C., Castalia

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy cottage
The cottage is very cozy and the view is beautiful.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2019

2/10 Terrible

Jessica A.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
SMALL SPACE
If you are expecting to have more than 2 people stay here you will be VERY disappointed. The couches were small, old and borderline dirty (we didn't try to open the sleeper sofa). The "master bedroom" had a TV in it which would have been nice if it was mounted so you could actually see it from the bed. The 2nd bedroom appeared to be the old laundry room, so basically just enough room for the bed. I you are a larger person beware of the small bathroom! The stand-up shower was a tight squeeze for any person over 5 ft tall. I am 5'3 and was constantly hitting my elbows on the sides while trying to shower. The shower also leaks water onto the floor when you are showering. The owner lives next door which I guess could be nice if you had any issues, but every time we came outside it seemed like he was right there. Not much privacy. The house was very old and dated and owner has very strict rules on smoking ANY WHERE on the property (yes, that means no smoking outside)! Also, very specific on recycling your trash, ect. Overall, I would not recommend to stay here for the price. The only nice thing about the property was that it was located right on the lake. However, the weather was bad so we didn't even get to enjoy that part. The dock is also small, so the fact that the description says you could "lay out" on it is laughable.

10/10 Excellent

Thomas A.

Great Property
The cottage more than met our needs. Perfect location, well equipped, and very comfortable. Everything that we could have needed was at hand - inside and out.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Katherine B.

Loved it!
My daughters and I just finished our stay at the Dream Cottage and we had a wonderful week. The cottage is small (as stated) but it has everything you need. The porch was wonderful and we spent a lot of time on it eating meals, reading and playing cards. I liked that towels were provided so you didn’t have to bring your own. All in all, it was a wonderful stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Zachary J.

Dream Cottage for sure
We had an incredible experience! The cottage was everything we hoped for. It was wonderful haveing Gary right next door to answer all our questions. From kayaking in the morning to playing in the lake all day to mornings on the beautiful porch to watch breathtaking sunrises with coffee in hand to the fun and laughter of spending time as a family, the Dream Cottage is a special place. We have have found our place to stay at Torch Lake for many summers to come!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018

About the host

Hosted by GM

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Gary's family is one of the oldest families on the lake. His Grandfather was a Presbyterian Minister in Bartlesville Oklahoma who took summers off to come all the way to Torch Lake to fish, eventually retiring here and serving the Elk Rapids Presbyterian church. Gary's Dad retired as an MD here. Now it's Gary's turn.

Why they chose this property

One of the first cottages on the south end of the lake, it was acquired around 1930 because it was next door to the family cottage. It was renovated about 1955. It has a knotty pine interior, hardwood floors, and ceramic tile in the kitchen and bathroom.

What makes this property unique

You will fall in love with this cottage and the lake from the large covered porch. This is the spot to be on the lake, close enough to the sand bar if you want to spend time there but far enough away to not be bothered by all the boats and activity.

Languages:

English
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