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T.P.'S Place on the Stunning Aqua Blue Waters of Torch Lake

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A wooden dock leading to a house by a calm river, surrounded by trees. - T.P.'S Place on the Stunning Aqua Blue Waters of Torch Lake (Bellaire)
A kitchen with a central island, four teal stools, a window, and a clock on the wall. - T.P.'S Place on the Stunning Aqua Blue Waters of Torch Lake (Bellaire)
A kitchen with a double sink, a dishwasher, and a window with a view of trees. - T.P.'S Place on the Stunning Aqua Blue Waters of Torch Lake (Bellaire)
A two-story house with a balcony, a covered porch, and a well-maintained lawn. - T.P.'S Place on the Stunning Aqua Blue Waters of Torch Lake (Bellaire)
A two-story building with a balcony, large windows, and outdoor seating. - T.P.'S Place on the Stunning Aqua Blue Waters of Torch Lake (Bellaire)
T.P.'S Place on the Stunning Aqua Blue Waters of Torch Lake provides amenities, such as a garden and laundry facilities. Stay connected with in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue

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About this property

T.P.'S Place on the Stunning Aqua Blue Waters of Torch Lake

  • You will discover T.P.'s Place on the east shore of Torch Lake. The home is set on 100 feet of shoreline at the end of a gently winding drive. T.P.'s Place was custom built to focus on comfortable living and the beauty of the lake. Stunning sunset views over the lake can be enjoyed from almost every room of the home.

    The vaulted great room is the center of this home. It boasts a one and a half story ceiling with a natural stone fireplace giving it the classic Northern Michigan feel. Upstairs, the master bedroom suite offers a private bath with soaking tub and access to the balcony overlooking the lake. This home has all the amenities plus the private Torch Lake waterfront you will love.

    Torch Lake is ranked one of the most beautiful lakes in the world with crystal clear water and a stunning aqua blue tint reminiscent of more tropical climates. The lake itself is 19 miles long by about 1 1/2 wide. It offers access to extensive recreational boating on 'the chain of lakes' which includes: Lake Bellaire, Grass River, Clam Lake, Torch Lake, Torch River, Skegemog Lake, and Elk Lake. This navigable water way totals some 65 square miles beautiful scenery. Fishing opportunities include, Lake Trout, Bass, pan fish and in 2009 the State Record Muskie was caught in Torch Lake. The Torch Lake sand bar is a popular anchorage at the southern tip of the lake. This unique feature offers boaters the perfect location to swim, play Frisbee, volleyball, or just enjoy relaxing on the boat. The Grass River and Skegamog Nature Preserves, the Villages of; Bellaire, Alden, and Elk Rapids are all accessible by water and provide extensive hiking, shopping, and dining opportunities.

    Shows, festivals, restaurants, and shopping are available in Traverse City, Charlevoix, Petoskey, and the Leelanau Peninsula, all within an hours drive. Mackinac Island, Sleeping Bear Dunes, Beaver Island, and a variety of lighthouses are a little further but well worth the trip. This home is perfectly situated to provide access to all the magnificent beauty that Northern Michigan has to offer.


    Note: We will be finalizing our 2016 calendar and start taking reservation at the end of this season, August 2015.

    Keywords: House, waterfront, cottage, Torch Lake

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: NO smoking of anything, anywhere. Thank you.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing 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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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

Rules

Boats are welcome, but must be moored off the property. If you don’t follow the boat rules, your booking will be cancelled.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Waterfront - supervise your children responsibly.

Events

No events allowed
Rental is for 8 individuals only.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
NO smoking of anything, anywhere. Thank you.

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
Note from host: Rental is for 8 individuals only.
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that 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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Located in Bellaire, this holiday home is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Torch Lake and Glacial Hills Pathway and Natural Area Trailhead, while Twisted Fish Gallery and Guntzviller's Spirit of the Woods Museum are cultural highlights. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing, snowboarding and skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as snowmobiling. Visit our Bellaire travel guide
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Bellaire, MI

What's nearby

  • An aerial view of a turquoise sea with boats anchored near the shore.
    Torch Lake
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • A wooden dock extending into a calm lake at sunset with trees framing the view.
    Lake Bellaire
    3 min drive - 2.9 km
  • A beach with a lighthouse, autumn trees, and a cloudy sky.
    Traverse City Beach
    40 min drive - 55.1 km
  • A dock with several boats moored alongside, a wooden pier, and buildings in the background.
    Front Street
    45 min drive - 60.5 km
  • A cable car system with passengers, set against a backdrop of autumn-colored trees.
    Boyne Mountain
    46 min drive - 57.8 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    9 min drive
  • M88 Morning Grind
    9 min drive
  • Short's Brewing Company
    8 min drive
  • Shanty Creek Resorts
    14 min drive
  • Oasis Tavern
    30 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is T.P.'S Place on the Stunning Aqua Blue Waters of Torch Lake pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at T.P.'S Place on the Stunning Aqua Blue Waters of Torch Lake?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at T.P.'S Place on the Stunning Aqua Blue Waters of Torch Lake?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at T.P.'S Place on the Stunning Aqua Blue Waters of Torch Lake?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is T.P.'S Place on the Stunning Aqua Blue Waters of Torch Lake located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is steps from Torch Lake and within 3 mi (5 km) of Lake Bellaire and Clam Lake. Glacial Hills Pathway and Natural Area Trailhead and Clam River are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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Reviews

T.P.'S Place on the Stunning Aqua Blue Waters of Torch Lake Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.4

Cleanliness

10

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 31 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 31 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 31 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 31 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 31 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Torch Lake Hideaway

What a wonderful property that accents beautiful Torch Lake! It is perfectly appointed with every possible item to make your trip trouble free and comfortable!! I VRBO a number of properties. I would rank this special property at the top of the list!
Stayed 21 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great property, great location--amazing stay

My family and I rented this house for a week this year. Out of the dozens of similar places we've rented over the years, this is our favorite. Torch Lake is obviously beautiful, and this property has a ton of waterfront. But the house is a perfect "up north" house with everything you could want, nicely appointed and decorated, and so much room for our family to spread out. We loved it so much we've booked our return trip next summer!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great house and location

This was our second stay here, and it again did not disappoint. The home is a perfect "up north" lake house with plenty of room and good furnishings in a great location. Plenty of space to spread out when indoors. It's only minutes to Bellaire. The dock is great and the water is obviously crystal clear in true Torch Lake fashion. The family found tons of Petoskey stones right on the shore even. We will stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful week

Its a lovely place and would have been an absolute stunner in its day. A lot of unique features. The layout was great. Our family of 6 adults and 2 children never felt crowded. Of course Torch Lake is always fantastic and the views from here were wonderful. Would recommend. You cant use the dock for your boat, as high winds come up and you'll notice every house has a boat lift.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Summer vacation

It was an awesome property very quite an secluded.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2021
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Fantastic Cottage!

This is a beautiful property with stunning views of Torch Lake in a picturesque setting. We were fortunate to celebrate our 20th Wedding Anniversary with a small vow renewal ceremony in the back yard overlooking the lake - it was perfect! The house itself has a great layout, is large with nice furniture and a well-stocked kitchen and wet bar. We have rented this cottage twice and hope to do so many more times.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2016
Verified review

8/10 Good

Fills the bill at Torch Lake, awesome setting

The setting was beautiful, loved the shade, & then the sun on the deck. Although a little dated it was well stocked & comfortable. We were there on a unusually hot week, ceiling fans in All bedrooms would have been great, the regular fans weren’t enough & only one bedroom had good cross ventilation. We had a Great week!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cabin is super cute and worked great for our group! We had a boat I will advise not pulling a boat or trailer into the driveway as it’s a long one and a bit too tight for boats/trailers. But we had a slip at the clam and that was very convenient and easy! The owners are very easy to communicate with. It is I am sure getting to the end of the summer busy season being mid Aug that being said there’s a few maintenance things that could be done nothing major. I would also recommend bringing your favorite comfy lawn chair as they have the Adirondack chairs which to us are just not comfortable. House is close to town and other things to do!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

TP's Place was better than the pictures show. Plenty of room for 6 adults. Great sunsets.

Owner responds quickly. This home is perfect for a summer getaway. Quiet, convenient location, and a beautiful shady yard with plenty of outdoor seating. Awesome view of Torch Lake and a dock to swim off. The beds are very comfortable. Plenty of bath towels, beach towels and kitchen accessories. Do not be concerned about not having air conditioning, plenty of lake breeze and cross ventilation. Plus ceiling fans and floor fans. Lots of parking space in driveway, we parked 2 full size pickup trucks and a boat no problem. We have been renting vacation homes twice a year for 20 years and were 100% satisfied with this beautiful home and property.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Needs TLC

Beautiful location right on the lake. Big enough for our group. The house could use a new couch as it peels off onto skin/clothing/floor when sitting on it. Also could use a good clean as a toy rolled under the couch the first day and had lots of dirt under it. We found empty water bottles under various pieces of furniture throughout the house. The base boards fall off if its bumped and the kitchen floor has a soft spot/hole right in front of the fridge. The dryer takes multiple cycles to get small amounts dried. The driveway was grown up on both sides and hard to get a boat trailer into. The house would be perfect with a little TLC
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

beautiful Torch Lake

This location is best for teens and adults as there is no sandy bottom beach for young children. There are neighbors, one who likes his music amplified beyond his hearing, the others quiet. There is a lovely green area between the home and the lake providing a play area for the young children. The home is well outfitted. Appliances are newer and work well. The furnishings are pleasant and clean. The only problem we had was that the garbage was not picked up as scheduled and there was no place to put garbage except outside and the wildlife would tear open the bags. There are two bedrooms on the upper floor and a third room that overlooks the lower living area and is open providing good ventilation but not a lot of privacy. There are two bathrooms upstairs, one attached to a bedroom that has a bath only. The hall bath has a shower only. There is a bath on the first floor with a small shower. There are two twin beds that can be set up for overflow bedding. There is outdoor furniture with mats for comfort kept indoors. There is a picnic table for outdoor dining. There is prime TV on the main floor. There is a gas propane grill for grilling. The property is well maintained.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Torch Lake family getaway

We had a great time at TP's place on the lake. The downstairs space was perfect. The kitchen is well-stocked. Bedrooms were nice. We rented a boat from Butch's marine so we enjoyed exploring the lake. We also really enjoyed the open water swimming from the dock. Fun week!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Terrific Stay

Excellent property, spacious, clean and comfortable. Location on Torch Lake is unbeatable. Shallow water around the dock is excellent for kids to swim, etc. Views of lake and sunsets are unsurpassed. The house is an older one, but extremely comfortable. Wifi is surprisingly capable. Plenty of amenities. Perfect rental for families and owner is easily reachable and accomodating. Highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Torch Lake 2021

Everything you could ever want in a vacation. Beautiful location. Fantastic accommodations.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location.

Our family really enjoyed the house and the location was excellent. We would highly recommend this property and plan on returning in the future.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful home in a beautiful location

This house was everything we wanted and more for a quiet escape at torch lake. Besides the obvious advantage of direct access to the lake, it was super close to Bellaire, continent for dinner and shopping, and the glacial hills for biking and running. 11/10. Hope to come back sometime soon!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing memories

This home was wonderful. The location on the lake was perfect. A boat launch was just down the road. Easy to get to. The back yard was a perfect size for family games and the deck was great for viewing the lake or just sitting with the family. Plenty of space. We had two families and plenty of beds and room. If needed to get ahold of Kim she was available at anytime. Helped with any questions we had. She was amazing. Always on top of things and made sure we had everything we needed. I can not recommend this place enough. So worth the 11 hour drive. 😉
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Little cabin in the woods

Great house on the water, very quite and comfortable. All basic amenities included for a comfortable stay. Newer finishes are nice, more upgrades will definitely improve the overall experience.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great home with great views!

This property really undersold itself. The view of the lake was perfect. The place was well above our expectations and the price was just right.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Great spot on Torch Lake! Nice dock and a boat lift, house is dated but clean and spacious

Had 2 familes here 8 total people with plenty of space. Like I said above great dock to lounge on as well as boat lift. All the common areas have good views to the lake, would be nicer if less trees were in the way. Interior is dated but has charm to it. Kim the caretaker was very prompt to respond to any questions and home was super clean.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Great home on the water, Torch lake is amazing

We enjoyed are stay, lovely home on the water
Archival

8/10 Good

Great place to get away for the week

Great location right on Torch Lake. 10 minutes from Bellaire and Alden. House was very well kept and had a new kitchen floor installed just recently. Awesome sunsets as well...would liked to have had a fire at night but understand why the owners chose to not allow them.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Wonderful time again!

We have stayed at this beautiful home multiple summers and truly love it! Such a great location and offers enough space to entertain family and friends during our visit. The home is very clean and has just about anything you could need! The lake is gorgeous and the sunsets from the dock here are unforgettable. Hope to make more family memories here in future years!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Perfect Family Vacation Home

TP's Place was everything they said it was and more! The house was a nice size for our family. There was room for us all to gather and room if we needed separation as well. The house was very clean and well maintained. You could tell that the family loves this house. We had one minor issue with the wifi, Kim was very responsive and it was resolved quickly. We appreciated knowing ahead of time about the driveway but had no issues getting our boat, which is smaller, in and out. We also appreciated knowing that the boat lift was unavailable for renters to use so were able to come up with an anchor system of our own that worked quite nicely. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2016
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Third Summer...and it keeps getting better!

We've rented TPs Place for 3 years in a row and this beautiful home just keeps getting better! This is an absolute treasure of a place on gorgeous Torch Lake. This has truly become our summer "Happy Place" and this home has provided so many incredible family memories for us! The home itself has undergone a few very nice updates since last year (gorgeous new floors and comfy furniture!) and is equipped with everything you could need and more! It also couldn't be in a better spot location wise....right between the cute towns of Bellaire and Alden. Most importantly this place provides you with the perfect seat to enjoy nightly sunsets over the lake! Really love this place so very much and hope to return for years to come!!!