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Summer Getaway - Cozy Log Cabin right on Crooked Lake Waterfront

Beachfront cabin for sun and fun

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Property grounds
Terrace/patio
TV, books, stereo
Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker
Escape to a lakeside retreat at this cozy cabin on Crooked Lake. Relax with lake breezes, enjoy an idyllic setting for sunrises and sun throughout the day. With central heat, washer and dryer, full-sized refrigerator and stove top for cooking, plus outdoor grill and firepit you'll feel right at home.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

Sleeps 433 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Beach view
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Outdoor space
  • Barbecue grill

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Summer Getaway - Cozy Log Cabin right on Crooked Lake Waterfront

Life is better at the cabin! Fishing? Hiking? Biking? Swimming? Boating? Winetasting? Fall colors? Skiing? Snowshoeing? Winter biking? Or maybe you just want to "work from home" at a vacation getaway (yes, we have wifi)! Whatever is calling you Up North, this is a perfect cozy retreat! Located right on Crooked Lake, we're just minutes from Petoskey & Harbor Springs..

This cozy, rustic, log cabin sits lakeside on Crooked Lake. With one bedroom (full-size bed) and a pullout couch (queen-sized bed) in the living area, this is the ideal up-north getaway for a couple or small family. Located just minutes from Petoskey and Harbor Springs, this is a great, central location up north, and on the water. This is one of several cabins and cottages that share appx 200' of waterfront. Small bathroom. This is one of the only cottages in the association with central heat and a washer and dryer for guests. Dockage available for pontoon or fishing boat (only 1 trailer parking area for all cabins, please RESERVE with me before bringing your trailer so I can reserve the parking area, dock is in mid-May through mid-Oct). Cabin is 350 sq ft and features an idyllic setting to enjoy incredible sunrises and great sun throughout the day. No A/C, but great lake breezes. Unlike some options in the area, we provide a full sized refrigerator, stove top for cooking, and a gas furnace for chilly nights - plus outdoor grill, firepit, and relaxing views. Pedal boat available for summer use.

It's time to RELAX... Wake up to fresh morning breezes, pop in a k-cup in the keurig, and enjoy a cup of coffee in an adirondack chair overlooking the lake. Connect to the bluetooth radio and play some music while birdwatching with binoculars. Make some burgers on the grill and sit around the picnic table for lunch. Take the pedal boat out and visit the sandbar for some water fun (located right across from the cabin). Then cozy up around a campfire and tell stories about what it was like when you were a "kid at the family cabin".

Located minutes from The Highlands at Boyne and Nubs Nob. Just steps away is a wide, paved bike path connecting Charlevoix, Petoskey, Harbor Springs, this area, and north towards Mackinaw--great for biking, running, or walking. The "North Western State Trail" portion, can be found right across the street from the cabin. This trail offers a 7.5-mile stretch of scenic 10-foot wide paved asphalt path - great for bicycles, strollers, roller skates, and more. The trail begins at Spring Lake Park on M-119, skirts the shores of four inland lakes, passes through the lakeside hamlets of Conway and Oden.

Crooked Lake is a great all-sports lake with ample year-round fishing, great waterskiing, and lots of areas to explore. Crooked Lake is part of the inland waterway that connects to Lake Huron through Burt and Mullett Lakes. It is a great lake for fishing (year round), kayaking, paddleboarding, or just boating and swimming.

Day trips to Mackinaw Island, golfing, or wineries are all close and easy.

- Gas grill available for use
- Kitchen utensils and linens provided
- Keurig and coffee provided
- Roku and WIFI provided
- Washer and Dryer in cabin
- Fire pit on lakeside patio
- Dock space available mid-May though mid-Oct, please inquire in advance

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Stereo
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit
  • Gas grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 350 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:30 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Rules

Please respect others in the area, maintaining quiet hours in the late evening and early mornings. When hanging items, use hooks or lines provided.
Please park only in front of Cabin 1. -When not in use, please stow "toys" so not to be in the way.
Due to limited parking, we ask that you not arrive or park vehicles, trailers, or boats on property prior to check-in.

Pets

Pets not allowed
Note from host: Per association rules.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: The lake is only steps away! Be mindful!

Events

No events allowed

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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

About the area

Map
Alanson, MI

What's nearby

  • Crooked Lake - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Petoskey State Park - 11 min drive - 10.9 km
  • McLaren Northern Michigan Hospital - 16 min drive - 16.0 km
  • Nub's Nob Ski Area - 18 min drive - 16.7 km
  • Odawa Casino - 20 min drive - 19.9 km

Getting around

  • Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Taco Bell/KFC - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Rusty Saw North - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Summer Getaway - Cozy Log Cabin right on Crooked Lake Waterfront pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Summer Getaway - Cozy Log Cabin right on Crooked Lake Waterfront?

Check-in begins at 4:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Summer Getaway - Cozy Log Cabin right on Crooked Lake Waterfront?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Summer Getaway - Cozy Log Cabin right on Crooked Lake Waterfront located?

Nestled on the beach, this Alanson cabin is steps from Crooked Lake and 2.1 mi (3.3 km) from Oden State Fish Hatchery Visitor Center. Pickerel Lake and Crooked Vine Vineyard and Winery are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Summer Getaway - Cozy Log Cabin right on Crooked Lake Waterfront Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 128 out of 133 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 133 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 133 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 133 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 133 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

jeff n.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome little place

Such a great little place with all the right amenities. Comfortable everything and very accommodating by the owners.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice Cabin

Very cozy cabin, stayed there to ski nearby in the winter.Had everything I needed and a place to eat very close.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location and amenities

Great location and amenities
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

jason k.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice little cabin!

Great cabin, easy check-in, great location. We enjoyed our week at the cabin. Thanks!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Mike C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

July 4th stay

Great stay enjoy the area
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jacob K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Getaway!

Great place to stay close to many Northern Michigan treasures.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

mark s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

location

great place
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jim P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice time with friends

The property was really nice and close to everything we wanted to see and do!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anna B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very nice

Overall this was a beautiful stay. The back porch was wonderful looking at the water, tree colors and eagles off in the distance.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Randall P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy Cabin

The view was great and the cabin was also cozy and clean. We enjoyed our stay. We will stay here again for sure.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deanna K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Couples Getaway

This cabin was perfect for our weekend away. Great location on Crooked Lake. Just a quick drive to so many other attractions and dining. We would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vicki R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Up north oasis

Cute, cozy cabin with everything you need. Great getaway....
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wendy D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy Cabin

The cabin is small yet completely comfortable and functional. It was clean and accommodating. It has a lovely patio to enjoy the lake. We hope to visit again soon.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice little cabin

Clean updated & well stocked
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay strong n Crooked Lake

We love the bike trails and staying on the water
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

2/10 Terrible

Dolores F.

Liked: Communication, listing accuracy
There were mice everywhere. We killed 7. We cut are stay short due this. I would not recommend this to anyone. We bought our own mouse traps and bug spray.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jia F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Favorite log cabin on the lake

As always, this cabin is the best. Small, yes, but really well appointed. Super clean. I love this part of the world.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

David P., Dewitt Michigan

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute cabin

Very clean small but cute log cabin. Nice location to take in local dinning and sight seeing. Would recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melissa C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great little cabin.

What a beautiful place. We will be back next year!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Harold R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy Cabin

Quite Cozy cabin. With great lake view
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debra R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Up North Getaway

Lovely little cabin for just the 2 of us to experience everything the Petoskey area had to offer. About a 10 minute drive from cabin to everything we wanted to see or places we wanted to eat at. Great location, comfortable, and cozy.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Annette C., Fenton, Michigan

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lakefront Bonus

If you are looking for a simple little getaway, away from the crowds, yet convenient to everything Petosky/Harbor Springs has to offer this is your place. Comfortable, cozy with everything you need to make your stay enjoyable. Loved it and I hope to go back sooner than later!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stephen G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Small and Cozy

Great little cabin on crooked lake. If your coming with a group probably not the place for you, but a clean and cozy place and great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Catherine D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute lakeside cabin

Very clean cabin, well equipped. Exactly as shown.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathy L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

August stay

Pleasant lake view. Comfortable napping hammock!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023