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Lakefront Kalkaska Cottage w/ Fire Pit!

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A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, wooden walls, large windows, and a sectional sofa. - Lakefront Kalkaska Cottage w/ Fire Pit! (Kalkaska)
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A lakeside outdoor seating area with Adirondack chairs and a fire pit. - Lakefront Kalkaska Cottage w/ Fire Pit! (Kalkaska)
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a central island with stools, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a decorative ceiling. - Lakefront Kalkaska Cottage w/ Fire Pit! (Kalkaska)
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a central island with stools, a microwave, an oven, and a tiled backsplash. - Lakefront Kalkaska Cottage w/ Fire Pit! (Kalkaska)
Take advantage of a firepit, a garden and laundry facilities at Lakefront Kalkaska Cottage w/ Fire Pit!.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

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About this property

Lakefront Kalkaska Cottage w/ Fire Pit!

  • - Gas Grill
    - Outdoor Dining Area
    - Near Blue Bear Trail Head for ATVing and Snowmobiling

    Escape the everyday and indulge in serenity at this 3-bedroom, 2-bath cottage in Kalkaska. Nestled amidst nature, this holiday rental offers a spacious yard complete with a dining area, a fire pit, and lake access! Embark on adventures with kayaks provided, or unwind by the fire. On adventure days, stroll through the Grass River Natural Area.

    -- THE PROPERTY --

    SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS:
    - Bedroom 1: Queen Bed
    - Bedroom 2: Twin Bed w/ Twin Trundle
    - Bedroom 3: Twin Bed w/ Twin Trundle
    - Living Room: Sleeper Sofa
    - Den: Sleeper Sofa

    INDOOR LIVING:
    - Smart TVs
    - Bar seating
    - Fireplace

    OUTDOOR LIVING:
    - Gas grill
    - Dining area
    - Picnic table
    - Kayaks

    KITCHEN:
    - All major appliances, including dishwasher
    - Keurig coffee maker & K-cups
    - Dishware & flatware

    GENERAL:
    - Free WiFi
    - Complimentary toiletries
    - Keyless entry
    - In-unit washing machine & dryer
    - Central heating & A/C
    - Linens & towels

    FAQ:
    - Pet fee (paid pre-trip)
    - 2 exterior security cameras (facing out)

    ACCESSIBILITY:
    - Step-free access

    PARKING:
    - Heated garage (2 vehicles)
    - Driveway (3 vehicles)
    - RV/caravan parking

    -- THE LOCATION --

    - On-site access to Manistee Lake
    - 12 miles to Mt Mancelona
    - 17 miles to Schuss Mountain
    - 32 miles to Cherry Capital Airport

    -- 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 holiday means to you.

    -- POLICIES --

    - No smoking
    - Pet friendly w/ $50 fee (+ fees & taxes, dogs only)
    - No events, parties, or large gatherings
    - Additional fees and taxes may apply
    - Photo ID may be required upon check-in
    - NOTE: Your safety matters. This property features 2 Ring doorbell devices with exterior security cameras facing the front and rear outdoor entry. The cameras do not look into any interior spaces. The cameras actively record video when motion is detected by the devices (including devices linked to the camera such as the alarm system's motion detector) or when the video doorbell button is pressed

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About the area

Located in Kalkaska, this cottage is on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Hartwick Pines State Park and Grass River Natural Area, while Crawford County Historical Museum and AuSable Artisan Village are cultural highlights. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as kayaking. Visit our Kalkaska travel guide
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Kalkaska, MI

What's nearby

  • An aerial view of a turquoise sea with boats anchored near the shore.
    Torch Lake
    29 min drive - 44.4 km
  • A beach with a lighthouse, autumn trees, and a cloudy sky.
    Traverse City Beach
    40 min drive - 58.3 km
  • A cable car system with passengers, set against a backdrop of autumn-colored trees.
    Boyne Mountain
    43 min drive - 66.5 km
  • A dock with several boats moored alongside, a wooden pier, and buildings in the background.
    Front Street
    45 min drive - 63.7 km
  • Manistee Lake
    1 min walk - 0.1 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Dingman's
    17 min drive
  • Manistee Lake Pizzeria / Bakery
    5 min drive
  • Farmer's Kitchen
    14 min drive
  • lost forest lodge
    7 min drive
  • The Ole Soul
    4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lakefront Kalkaska Cottage w/ Fire Pit! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Lakefront Kalkaska Cottage w/ Fire Pit!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Lakefront Kalkaska Cottage w/ Fire Pit!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lakefront Kalkaska Cottage w/ Fire Pit!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Lakefront Kalkaska Cottage w/ Fire Pit! located?

Situated on the beach, this cottage is 3.4 mi (5.5 km) from Grandview Golf Club and within 12 miles (20 km) of Starvation Lake and Smith Lake. Au Sable River and Island Lake are also within 20 miles (32 km).

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Reviews

Lakefront Kalkaska Cottage w/ Fire Pit! Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

8.2

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

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful Stay

Our family of four loved the property. It had space to spread out, and the mornings were so peaceful waking up to the water. We enjoyed the kayaks and being on the lake. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great weekend getaway!

This house had every single thing we needed for a fun Memorial Weekend! The teenagers loved fishing off of the dock and kayaking every morning. There were rods, life jacks, corn hole, foosball table, firewood and a great fire pit. Kitchen was awesome, house was clean and well appointed, could have easily stayed a week or more. 5/5 for sure.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Weekend Getaway

Super cute cottage! Fun for a weekend with friends
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
If you are looking for total R & R, this is the place! Very quiet, private place. Gas station next door, but not loud at all. The cottage was super clean and had all of the amenities we needed for our stay. Unlike other places, I loved that that the owner supplied an over abundance of toilet paper, paper towels, garbage bags & towels. Fishing was great off the dock. Not sure about swimming because there is ALOT of seaweed. There's a small sand area for kids to play. The firepit area was great and the owner provides all the fire you can burn. The kayaks were a plus for my adult children.If you want to venture out and do some sightseeing, Traverse City is about 40 minutes away and Torch Lake is about 30 minutes away. Closest grocery store is about 15-20 minutes away. Overall, we had a great week at the cottage! We would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication, location
This was a great location for family with a dog if you plan to stay at the cottage your whole stay. Nothing nearby. The fenced in front yard was perfect for our dog and the firepit and kayak's were fun. The cottage was clean and laid out well but the two small rooms with twin beds (with trundles) would be better with another full sized bed and/or two twins. The two negatives I'd point out were being directly next door to a gas station (a bit bothersome) and nowhere nearby to walk your dog as the road is basically on a two-lane highway with little or no shoulder and lots of curves (hard to see oncoming cars). I left messages also before our trip with questions and one during the trip - no response to the first two messages at all and the message during our stay was answered a day after we left the cottage. Not great communication.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025