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'Tiny House Cottage 5' w/ Crooked Lake Access!

Entire cottage in Alanson, MI

6 guests·2 bedrooms·1 bathroom
4.2 · 5 reviews

Why you'll love this stay

Outdoor Living

Outdoor Living

Short walk to Crooked Lake with shared dock and grills.

Entertainment & Amenities

Entertainment & Amenities

Flat-screen TV with cable and free Wi-Fi for downtime.

Location & Accessibility

Location & Accessibility

Convenient base for adventures in Petoskey, Harbor Springs, and Charlevoix.

Property details

Venture ‘Up North’ and make this cozy Alanson cottage your launching point for lakeside fun! The 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom vacation rental has comfortable quarters and enough space to kick back between adventures. Enjoy quick access to Crooked Lake, plus epic trails and sightseeing await at state parks nearby. The property also features a gas grill and picnic areas, perfect for ending the day with a family barbeque. Top off your travels with day outings in Harbor Springs, Charlevoix, or Petoskey!

The space
Community Fire Pit & Picnic Tables | Close to Vineyards & Wineries | ~ 5 Mi to Petoskey State Park

Bedroom 1: Full Bed | Bedroom 2: 2 Twin Beds | Living Room: Full Sleeper Sofa

COTTAGE FEATURES: Shared boat dock & lake access with other cottages (short walk to lake), gas grill, flat-screen TV w/ cable, ceiling fans, ample lighting
KITCHENETTE: Stove/oven, microwave, refrigerator, toaster, coffee maker, blender, dishware + flatware, trash bags + paper towels
GENERAL: Free WiFi, window A/C unit, ceramic oscillating temperature set electric heater, towels/linens, hair dryer, hangers
FAQ: 3 steps to enter, 2 cottages away from lake (not lakefront)
PARKING: Driveway (1 vehicle), boat trailer parking (available upon request)
ADDT’L ACCOMMODATIONS: An additional studio property for 4 guests is available on-site with a separate nightly rate. If you would like to reserve both rentals, please inquire for more information prior to booking

Guest access
Guests will have access to the entire property via lockbox

Other things to note
- 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: The property requires 3 steps to enter
- NOTE: Please note there are other cottages on-site with some shared outdoor amenities (including the water access); other travelers may be present during your stay
- NOTE: While the cottage is situated 2 cottages away from the lakeshore, it is not directly on the water

Sleeping arrangements

Bedroom 1

1 double Bed

Bedroom 2

2 single Beds

Common space

1 sofa Bed

What’s included

  • Self check-in

    Self check-in

  • Free parking on premises

    Free parking on premises

  • Heating

    Heating

  • Kitchen

    Kitchen

  • Wifi

    Wifi

  • TV

    TV

  • Lake access

    Lake access

  • Hot water

    Hot water

Guest reviews

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Jessica

Great location.

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October 2025

The tiny cottage was okay. Great location and walking distance to a nice restaurant. It is on a busy highway.

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Lynette

Weekend Color Tour

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October 2024

We arrived after dark. The entrance to the property doesn’t have a sign and is difficult to see at night. The cabin porch doesn’t have a light so finding the lock box was difficult with cell phone flashlight. It’s located inside the screen door on the door frame (hinge side) and painted the same color as the door frame. A porch light would definitely help! Once we settled in, the cabin was clean and comfortable.

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Liz

Girls’ Weekend Getaway

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July 2024

Long weekend girls’ trip was a success at this quaint cabin. It’s a close drive to Petoskey and Harbor Springs with beach access at both. The lake nearby isn’t very deep at this spot so not very swim-able. But very peaceful. Kind neighbors. Great owner who gave tons of advice on hidden gems and places to stop. 30 min drive to Mackinaw City. It had everything we needed and was clean and cozy!

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Angela

Mini on the Mack

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August 2023

4 adults made this cottage home while we enjoyed the gathering of Mini Coopers on the Mackinac bridge. We spent 3 nights and it was in a perfect spot. The walls are thin, kitchen complete, sofa & beds comfy, very close to the Northwoods restaurant.

Know before you go

Self check-in

House rules

Check-in: 4:00pm

Checkout: 10:00am

No pets allowed

Min. age to rent: 18

No smoking

No parties

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