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Spacious Cottage on Crooked Lake w/ Deck & Dock!

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Reviews

7.8 out of 10

Good

Entire home

5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 16372 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Beach view
  • Washer
  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
  • Fireplace

About this property

Entire place

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

Spacious Cottage on Crooked Lake w/ Deck & Dock!

Your ultimate lakeside retreat awaits when you escape to this unique lake cottage in Michigan. Boasting 2 living areas, 2 kitchens, 5 bedrooms, and 2.5 bathrooms, this vacation rental hosts groups with ease. Cast a line from the property’s backyard and enjoy expansive water views from the living room’s floor-to-ceiling windows or the spacious wraparound deck. For more outdoor fun, hit the beach at Wilson State Park or grab your club and tee off at a nearby golf course of your choice!

-- THE PROPERTY --

SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS
- Bedroom 1: 1 king bed
- Bedroom 2: 2 twin/full bunk beds
- Bedroom 3: 1 queen bed
- Bedroom 4: 1 queen bed
- Bedroom 5: 1 queen bed
- Living Room: 1 sleeper sofa

LAKEFRONT LIVING
- Spacious yard
- Dock
- Furnished covered deck, shaded patio w/ seating
- Fire pit
- Canoe, fishing

INDOORS
- Flat-screen streaming TV
- 2 seating areas, extended dining table
- Open beam detail, 1960s style
- Decorative stone fireplaces
- 2nd well-equipped kitchen w/ 4-person counter & Keurig

MAIN KITCHEN
- Fully equipped, wraparound counters
- Filtered water dispenser
- Dishware & flatware, cooking basics

GENERAL
- Free WiFi
- Washer & dryer
- Linens/towels
- Cleaning essentials

FAQ
- No A/C

ACCESSIBILITY
- 2-story home, steps to enter
- Bedrooms and bathrooms on main level

PARKING
- Garage (2 vehicles)
- Driveway (6 vehicles)
- Street parking (4 vehicles)

-- THE LOCATION --

- On-site Crooked Lake
- 22 miles to Snow Snake Ski & Golf
- 37 miles to Soaring Eagle Casino & Resort
- 47 miles to Houghton Lake
- 63 miles to MBS International 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 vacation means to you.

-- ADDITIONAL DETAILS --

Please note: The Village of Lake Michigan has a noise ordinance in place between the hours of 11:00 PM and 8:00 AM. Closely monitored by local authorities and neighbors.

-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- No pets allowed
- Quiet hours are from 11:00 PM to 8:00 AM
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- Your safety matters. This property features an exterior camera overlooking the driveway. The camera does not look into any interior spaces
- This 2-story home requires steps to enter. While it offers bedrooms and full bathrooms on the main level, interior stairs are required to access the bedrooms and bathroom on the lower level
- The property has ceiling fans but does not offer air conditioning

Property manager

Evolve

Languages

English, French, German, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Internet access

Parking and transport

  • Street parking available
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Water dispenser

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Dock
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Yard

Laundry

  • Washer/dryer

Work spaces

  • Office

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Hunting nearby
  • Motor boating 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Property located in a resort
  • Unit size: 4,000 square feet
  • Water dispenser

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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 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 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

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
New! Retro Retreat W/private Dock on Crooked Lake! Lake
New! Retro Retreat W/private Dock on Crooked Lake! Cottage
439375
New! Retro Retreat W/private Dock on Crooked Lake! Cottage Lake

About the area

Map
Lake, Michigan

What's nearby

  • Crooked Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Eight Point Lake - 7 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Bear Lake - 20 min drive - 12.4 km
  • Clear Lake - 24 min drive - 14.1 km
  • Soaring Eagle Casino and Resort - 42 min drive - 58.3 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Whistle Stop - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Garfield Township - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Big Al's Place - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Lake Restaurant - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Kathy's Pastie's - ‬16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Spacious Cottage on Crooked Lake w/ Deck & Dock! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Spacious Cottage on Crooked Lake w/ Deck & Dock!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Spacious Cottage on Crooked Lake w/ Deck & Dock!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Spacious Cottage on Crooked Lake w/ Deck & Dock! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Lake cottage is within 3 mi (5 km) of Crooked Lake, Eight Point Lake and Gray Lake. Bass Lake and Big Cranberry Lake are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Spacious Cottage on Crooked Lake w/ Deck & Dock! Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 26 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 26 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 26 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 26 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 26 reviews" "

6.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Gretchen S.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Paid Way Too Much
House had a horrible mildew smell; carpets were dirty; dishes, pans, and cups were dirty; mattresses were saggy; coffee table and dining room table were broken; vanity light fell down when medicine chest was opened; no curtain on sliding door for bedroom; sick mouse; rocking toilet; water stained and sagging ceiling tiles; 5th bedroom in violation of Code R310 of MI Residential Housing Code, and several other issues with not enough room here to describe.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Yahrule L.

Weekend Mentorship
Being Black in a predominantly white community our Stay was pleasant, great view, fishing and atmosphere. Most neighbors were welcoming however stayed to themselves. Local Businesses were very friendly and welcoming. Owners were excellent host as well. Will love to comeback again one day.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karissa M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Experience!
Yea, the house is on the older side, but we knew that when we booked so it wasn’t a surprise. Description was very accurate and the house is HUGE. Plenty of space for our party. The owners were so accommodating and had even more amenities then we thought!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

sherry s.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great weekend
We had a great time
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

2/10 Terrible

Michelle H., Grand Rapids

Disliked: Cleanliness
Lake house stay
Upon arrival AT check in time, “her husband “ was still mowing the lawn…. Which left loose grass all over the entryway to be immediately tracked inside and of course the yard was full of loose grass. Considering the draw was water front, you spend a lot of time outside and each time anyone went into the house tracked in said grass. And you are expected ti leave the place EXACTLY as you found it. Then there’s the absolutely filthy windows overlooking the lake. Out of the two sliding glass doors downstairs, the one that they didn’t have blocked by a couch has no handle at all. Tissue stock in the handle holes. As for sleeping arrangements, GOOD LUCK! The room with the bunk beds was an afterthought, it is tucked in behind the laundry and you will need to search to find it. No windows and no lighting at all. The master suite was acceptable but the one other bedroom upstairs, the bed was so hard you are best to sleep on the floor. Two bedrooms downstairs are equal to sleeping on a foam mattress cover. You will need exceptional night vision, must lights throughout the entire house do not work, seriously! Recliners are broken and lean to the right……. Sofa table is broken and barely standing. Dining table, a total joke!!! You are accommodated by two captains chairs that are broken and lean whichever direction you choose. The rest of the chairs are hard plastic some type of chair! It is dirty and ridiculously dated and not properly cared for.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Daniel R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Space for all!
Our family had a great stay at this retro get away for labor day weekend. There was more than enough room for all of us. We were all able to have our own room/space to sleep. The property manager was quick to respond with any questions we had and let us in as soon as we arrived. The house it self could use some updating but overall no complaints! The yard was well kept and the shallow water in front of the break wall was soft and sandy. We enjoyed a fire each night down by the water. Would absolutely recommend this property to other large parties or families that love the lake life.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Judy A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Memories
Needs work but overall it’s an excellent property and the location is amazing.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrea P.

Liked: Cleanliness
It was fine
We enjoyed having the outdoor space for 4 families. Our kids had space to float near the dock and the kids were all able to touch because the water was shallow. The fire pit and grill were also very nice. Although there is no air conditioning it was pretty cool at night and we were done without it. The rooms were all decent besides the bunkroom which had less than ideal mattresses and was very damp. But for the space and lake front stay we made it all work and was within our budget
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Gamal G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Gamal Gabasha
Place was as advertised private lake and firepit were awesome. Canoe was a nice plus.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Debra D.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Retro Retreat Review
I didn't stay in the home, my adult children and grandchildren did. I stayed nearby. I visited the property and heard my children's comments about their stay. Although there is no air conditioning, it was only uncomfortable for 2 of the 7 nights of their stay during the 4th of July. The property description does state there is no air conditioning and the lake air and fans do help cool down the house, but not enough on really hot and humid days. The owner of the property encouraged communication before and during our rental. When we had an issue, she immediately presented solutions and/or options for a resolution. With the owner's permission, we checked in early. As a result, the cleaning crew may not have had enough time to do a thorough clean. So, before we could put food in the fridge and freezer we had to clean them first. My children didn't think to look in the dishwasher, so they didn't realize there were coffee cups and other dishware in it and wound up buying or borrowing them elsewhere. Fishing off the dock was easy for beginners. All of my grandkids caught a fish (ages 2 to 13) in less than five minutes a piece.(not keepers). There is a pubic boat launch across the lake that we used to get a boat over to the dock. The lake is huge and allows for all types of motorized water activities My children said they would stay there again... in the spring or fall.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Noelle V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nostalgic home
This place will take you back to visiting your grandparents in the 90’s. A colorful home with plenty of space for everyone. A ton of light with the best view of the lake. My family and I had a wonderful time here. She shows her age but she still has so much to offer!!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Annual Ice fishing trip
My friends and I go here every year for ice fishing. The fussing want that great but we really enjoyed it time here.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Accommodating
This site is the perfect place for our needs. Host is very accommodating and is a quick response to any needs you may have.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sarah B.

Liked: Cleanliness
House on a Lake
This was the perfect place for us to stay. They were very accommodating and also very to quick help when any issues arouse. ! Defiantly will return !
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Lisa K.

We drove 6 hours to try to see Dr.Pol. And succeeded.
The property does need more tvs. The kitchen could use new pans to cook. Pulling right into the garage was very nice. It was very spacious and the deck out back was great to watch the water. Floor to ceiling windows and window in kitchen with lake view was perfect. My family had a great 3 day trip. We would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

2/10 Terrible

CJ M.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Mold Damp Musty - KEEP YOUR SHOES ON !
The first thing we did was open ALL the doors and windows, after the high-grade mind numbing smell of the air freshener wore off we enjoyed the damp musty aroma of MOLD and Mildew. The lower level bunk room was disgusting and uninhabitable. Closets were filled with owners random junk but at least the closets smelled too. There was a rug hiding a hole in the floor that one of our guests tripped in, because, yea, she couldn’t see the Hole! There are NOT 2 fully equipped kitchens, there is barely even ONE kitchen. Pots and pans are missing handles, lids and knobs, Teflon is significantly scratched, pans should be tossed. Did I mention there was MOLD? No Keurig. 8 dining chairs 2 were broken. Basically no hand soap, majority of towels are rags. Toilets are loose and rock back and forth. The Grill was old and worn, which really Didn’t matter because there was NO PROPANE PROVIDED, owner suggested refilling at dollar store. Carpet was filthy, stained and disgusting, we wore shoes inside all the time. Blinds, shades, curtains, old ripped and dirty. Windows were not cleaned. On the plus side, at least there was a pencil sharpener in the garage. We had collectively flown in or drove from various distances. (although2 guests slept elsewhere) we stayed because we had Labor Day weekend planned out on this Lake. Jet skis, pontoon boat, poker run. Nothing else was Available on such short notice. This Place should NOT be listed ANYWHERE as a rental.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Kim E.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Plenty of space, beautiful lake!
Spent the weekend with a group of us consisting of 4 different families and kids ranging from 6 months old to 9 years old. Plenty of space for everyone, and lots of living areas to give varied age groups their own places to hang out and congregate. Lake views from the deck and yard were beautiful and relaxing. Kids enjoyed swimming the sandy lake and floating in rafts tied to the dock. The adults enjoyed the quiet evenings with a bonfire right at the waters edge. Owner was very responsive and eager to answer questions and make sure we had a nice stay. The property is pretty dated and could use some updates, but the photos in the listing are realistic and what you see is what you get! Plenty of beds for everyone, and the two upstairs bedrooms easily accommodated full size air mattresses for the kids to crash on.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

Zach K.

Septic issues
They don’t specify in the listing that there is a strictly enforced quiet time from 11pm to 8am. Also the septic will start to wet the grass in the back yard. Overall an amazing place!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

jen b.

Beautiful area
It was a large group so the home was perfect for this setting. Lovely property with a dock. Could use some updates, but was overall just fine. The owners were very pleasant and helpful!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

6/10 Okay

Matt H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Listing is deceiving
No dock. Neighbors were not overjoyed and it's much closer to the neighbors than the pics show.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

8/10 Good

barb p.

Fun weekend!
House was fun and roomy but definitely needs work. Broken door handles, toilet paper dispenser not secured to wall, blinds and curtains in very poor shape. Oh, the refrigerator still leaks on your food in it. Advertised as fully stocked kitchen. Not the case! Pans in very poor condition, no bowls for soup, no toaster. (There is now, we bought one and left it for next renters.) would not have been a problem if they had said bring your own cooking and serving needs. Renting a house on a lake in a rural area usually means cooking all your meals. We managed, but please let renters know what to expect. As renters we appreciate being prepared.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021

6/10 Okay

Ben G.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Ice fishing trip
Over all I would say the house is awesome total retro and was fun. I was very disappointed to find trash and beer cans under the beds. The grill and stove burners were so dirty and grease full t both caught on fire, we were able to get the grill burnt off and useable. The stove was pretty bad but eventually we were able to use it. Important things like bed linen and counter tops were spotless and comfortable. Over all I loved the house and location, the manager was helpful and friendly.

8/10 Good

Julia B., Birch Run

Liked: Cleanliness
Spacious Lake house
This is an older property with lots of space! Having a large family it was a necessity to have 2 living areas, at least 2 bathrooms & 2 kitchen areas! Also we were able to dock our boat behind the house. It is a small dock with no tie-ups(cleats) but we made do. I would only suggest updating appliances & adding some type of air conditioning for summer months. Property manager was prompt in response to a minor issue. We are considering booking for next year!😉👍
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

8/10 Good

Debra P.

Great Vacation House
The house was very roomy and gave us lots of room for a family of 6 adults. It's a dated home and in need of some repairs and deep cleaning but we thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The location on Crooked Lake was amazing! We were able to dock our boat in front of the house and use it daily. I would recommend bringing your kitchen supplies. There's a very reasonable supply of pans but most everything else you may want to bring to be safe. Definitely a great place to spend some time.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2020

6/10 Okay

Brandon B.

Toilet dirty
Carpet extremely dirty and fridge barely kept our beer cold also leaking water