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Cottage on South Torch Lake | SandBar | Waterfront

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3 bedrooms, WiFi, bed sheets
Outdoor dining
TV

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Rapid City, MI
  • Place, Torch Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Torch Lake Park
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Boyne Mountain
    ‪49 min drive‬
  • Airport, Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪40 min drive‬

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About the area

Rapid City

When you stay at this vacation home in Rapid City, you'll be on the waterfront, just steps from Torch Lake and a 2-minute drive from Torch Lake Park. .This vacation home is 12.1 mi (19.4 km) from Lake Michigan and 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from Torch River.

What's nearby

  • Torch Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Torch Lake Park - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Turtle Creek Casino - 20 min drive - 27.8 km
  • Front Street - 39 min drive - 44.1 km
  • Boyne Mountain - 49 min drive - 73.2 km

Getting around

  • Lansing, MI (LAN-Capital Region Intl.) - 174 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Oasis Tavern - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪The Dockside - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Pearl's New Orleans Kitchen - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Blue Water Bistro & Pizzeria - Torch Lake Pizza - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Torch Lake Beer Company - ‬3 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.

Cottage on South Torch Lake | SandBar | Waterfront

Summary:

This beautifully renovated two-story cottage offers the perfect blend of Up North charm and modern comfort, right on the south end of Torch Lake. Enjoy a private dock, sandy beach, fire pit, and BBQ grill with stunning lake views. Located just minutes from Alden, the famous Sandbar, Bellaire, and only 30 minutes from Traverse City, it’s an ideal spot for a relaxing getaway or a fun-filled family vacation.



The Space:

- 3 bedrooms | 5 beds | sleeps up to 6 | 1 Queen, 1 Double, 1 Bunk, 1 Single Bed

- 2 bathrooms

- Fully equipped kitchen with fridge, oven, microwave, and drip coffee maker

- Cozy living area with TV and comfortable seating

- Three bedrooms with a variety of sleeping arrangements

- Two bathrooms for convenience

- Patio/balcony for relaxing outdoors

- Private dock and lakefront with sandy beach

- Fire pit and BBQ grill for lakeside gatherings

- Air conditioning, washer and dryer, and family-friendly amenities



Guest Access:

- Full access to the entire home and property except the garage

- Parking limited to 2 vehicles (no trailers or extra cars)



The Neighborhood:

- South east end of Torch Lake with quick access to the Sandbar

- Minutes from Alden for dining, shopping, and ice cream

- Short drive to Bellaire, Traverse City, and local wineries



Getting Around:

- Driving recommended for local towns and attractions

- Boat access via private dock (pontoon or small boat) and mooring anchor



Other Things to Note:

- Rental agreement required

- Photo ID + copy of ID required

- Primary renters must be 25+

- No smoking at any time

- No pets

- Dock may not be suitable for speedboats depending on water levels; boats must be tied to mooring anchor



Interaction with Guests:

- Check in at the office in Alden

- Hosts are available by message or phone call if needed during your stay
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private balcony. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Optional golf privileges
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling 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)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 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

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
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

Property is also known as

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Cottage on South Torch Lake | SandBar | Waterfront Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kristen R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maggie E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Late Summer Vacation

Great property. Was worth the stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Victoria L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location

Property was clean and spacious. Met all our needs to enjoy a Torch lake vacation. Easy access to water with sandy bottom from dock. Enjoyed our stay, hope to return again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matt E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Exceeded Expectations

Cottage was in great shape. It was perfect for our family getaway. Property managers were available if needed and were exceptionally nice people. We really enjoyed our stay; would love to return next year
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024