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21 Mi to Slopes! Torch Lake Home w/ Private Beach

Cottage in Rapid City, MI

8 guests·3 bedrooms·1.5 bathrooms
4.8 · 20 reviews

Why you'll love this stay

Outdoor Living

Outdoor Living

Private dock, wraparound deck, and fire pit perfect for evenings.

Location & Accessibility

Location & Accessibility

Direct lake access with nearby Torch Lake attractions within minutes.

Entertainment & Amenities

Entertainment & Amenities

Smart TVs, board games, and fireplace enhance cozy family evenings.

Property details

Escape to the serene shores of Torch Lake and experience the ultimate waterfront getaway when you stay at this 3-bedroom, 1.5-bathroom Rapid City cottage. Featuring a private dock and fire pit, this spacious vacation rental is ideal for families or groups of friends looking to unwind outdoors. Spend your days swimming, boating, or simply relaxing on the dock. By the day's end, gather around the fire pit under the stars to roast marshmallows and share stories. -- THE PROPERTY -- Direct Lake Access | 1,400 Sq Ft | Outdoor Dining | Private Fire Pit | Wraparound Deck Enjoy spending time at this cottage set on the third-most beautiful lake in the world - ideal for families and friend groups seeking year-round leisure and simple lakeside comforts. Bedroom 1: Queen Bed | Bedroom 2: Queen Bed | Bedroom 3: Queen Bed, Twin Bunk Bed OUTDOOR LIVING: Huge wraparound furnished deck, outdoor dining, boat mooring, beach chairs, beach view, grill INDOOR LIVING: Smart TVs, dining table, fireplace, board games, books KITCHEN: Fully equipped, cooking basics, dishware & flatware GENERAL: Free WiFi, on-site laundry facilities, iron & board, hair dryer, ceiling fans, floor fans, vacuum & broom provided FAQ: Linens & towels not provided (pillows & blankets provided), no A/C PARKING: Gravel driveway (5 vehicles) -- THE LOCATION -- LAKEFRONT FUN: Torch Lake Sandbar (0.6 miles), Torch Lake Public Access (0.8 miles), Torch Lake Rentals (0.9 miles), Public Boat Launch - Alden, MI (3.1 miles), Vacation Water Sports/ Jet Ski, Speed Boat and Pontoon Rentals (3.1 miles), Elk Lake Boat Ramp (5.2 miles), Wilcox-Palmer-Shah Preserve (10.0 miles), Elk Rapids Public Beach / Veterans' Memorial Park (12.1 miles) SKIING: Mt. Holiday Ski and Recreational Area (20.6 miles), Hickory Hills Ski Area (27.7 miles), Crystal Mountain (55.1 miles) GREAT OUTDOORS: Coy Mountain Natural Area (3.0 miles), Seven Bridges Nature Area (5.9 miles), Grass River Natural Area (7.2 miles), Maplehurst Natural Area (10.3 miles), Glacial Hills Pathway and Natural Area Trailhead (12.5 miles), Hartwick Pines State Park (42.3 miles), Gaylord State Forest Area (53.7 miles) VINEYARDS/WINERIES: Vista Ridge Vineyards Crushin’It (3.2 miles), WaterFire Vineyards - Torch Lake Winery (12.9 miles), Mari Vineyards (27.2 miles), Hawthorne Vineyards (28.6 miles) NEARBY: Elk Rapids (12.3 miles), Traverse City (25.1 miles) AIRPORT: Cherry Capital Airport (23.7 miles) -- REST EASY WITH US -- Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you'll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we'll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we'll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you. -- POLICIES -- - No smoking - No pets allowed - No events, parties, or large gatherings - Additional fees and taxes may apply - Photo ID may be required upon check-in - NOTE: Linens and towels are not provided at the property. It is recommended that you supply your own - NOTE: The property does not have air conditioning Escape to the serene shores of Torch Lake and experience the ultimate waterfront getaway when you stay at this 3-bedroom, 1.5-bathroom Rapid City cottage. Featuring a private dock and fire pit, this spacious vacation rental is ideal for families or groups of friends looking to unwind outdoors. Spend your days swimming, boating, or simply relaxing on the dock. By the day's end, gather around the fire pit under the stars to roast marshmallows and share stories. Direct Lake Access | 1,400 Sq Ft | Outdoor Dining | Private Fire Pit | Wraparound Deck Enjoy spending time at this cottage set on the third-most beautiful lake in the world - ideal for families and friend groups seeking year-round leisure and simple lakeside comforts. Bedroom 1: Queen Bed | Bedroom 2: Queen Bed | Bedroom 3: Queen Bed, Twin Bunk Bed OUTDOOR LIVING: Huge wraparound furnished deck, outdoor dining, boat mooring, beach chairs, beach view, grill INDOOR LIVING: Smart TVs, dining table, fireplace, board games, books KITCHEN: Fully equipped, cooking basics, dishware & flatware GENERAL: Free WiFi, on-site laundry facilities, iron & board, hair dryer, ceiling fans, floor fans, vacuum & broom provided FAQ: Linens & towels not provided (pillows & blankets provided), no A/C PARKING: Gravel driveway (5 vehicles) LAKEFRONT FUN: Torch Lake Sandbar (0.6 miles), Torch Lake Public Access (0.8 miles), Torch Lake Rentals (0.9 miles), Public Boat Launch - Alden, MI (3.1 miles), Vacation Water Sports/ Jet Ski, Speed Boat and Pontoon Rentals (3.1 miles), Elk Lake Boat Ramp (5.2 miles), Wilcox-Palmer-Shah Preserve (10.0 miles), Elk Rapids Public Beach / Veterans' Memorial Park (12.1 miles) SKIING: Mt. Holiday Ski and Recreational Area (20.6 miles), Hickory Hills Ski Area (27.7 miles), Crystal Mountain (55.1 miles) GREAT OUTDOORS: Coy Mountain Natural Area (3.0 miles), Seven Bridges Nature Area (5.9 miles), Grass River Natural Area (7.2 miles), Maplehurst Natural Area (10.3 miles), Glacial Hills Pathway and Natural Area Trailhead (12.5 miles), Hartwick Pines State Park (42.3 miles), Gaylord State Forest Area (53.7 miles) VINEYARDS/WINERIES: Vista Ridge Vineyards Crushin’It (3.2 miles), WaterFire Vineyards - Torch Lake Winery (12.9 miles), Mari Vineyards (27.2 miles), Hawthorne Vineyards (28.6 miles) NEARBY: Elk Rapids (12.3 miles), Traverse City (25.1 miles) AIRPORT: Cherry Capital Airport (23.7 miles) Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you'll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we'll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we'll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.

Sleeping arrangements

Bedroom 1

1 queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 queen Bed

What’s included

  • F

    Free Parking

  • Fireplace

    Fireplace

  • Kitchen

    Kitchen

  • W

    Wireless Internet (WIFI)

  • P

    Private Yard

  • P

    Patio

  • Deck

    Deck

  • W

    Water View

Guest reviews

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Jeffrey

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September 2025

This is a great lakehouse in a great location. We stayed just after the "off-season" began, the second week of September, so there were more locals than tourists and less activity in the establishments and at the sand bar, which was just fine by us. We cooked in the cabin, grilled on the deck, used the fire pit and went to the sand bar each day with the small boat we took there. One note, if you bring your boat, they provide and mooring buoy in knee deep water just off the dock, instead of allowing you to tie directly to the dock. The water is crystal clear and very shallow for hundreds of yards directly off the dock here and directly connected to the sandbar. We did not need it, but this cabin does not have a/c. We did not use the bunk house, but I did peak inside. Just as described, a set of bunk beds and a full size bed in one room, and a separate sitting room area. Overall, great experience!

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Nancy

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August 2025

Exceptional host! We are already talking about returning! Perfect location right near pontoon rental. Love love this rental!

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Jonathan

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July 2025

Great property, location and amenities. Very please with our stay. The view in the morning is spectacular and the lake is everything it’s made out to be. Great spot for a family to relax and play.

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Eric

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June 2025

Right on water with plenty of space in main house. Futon in living room tucked away in private corner with lakefront view

Know before you go

House rules

Check-in: 3:00pm

Checkout: 10:00am

No pets allowed

Min. age to rent: 18

No smoking

No parties

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