Torch Lake Waterfront Cottage - Your New Happy Place
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Torch Lake Waterfront Cottage - Your New Happy Place
Forest Home Township, Michigan, 49615
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Golf course
Skiing
Horse riding
Hiking
Wi-Fi in public areas
BBQ
No smoking in public areas
Kayaking
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Property Description
Looking for an amazing place to spend your vacation this summer? We invite you to spend a restful week in Northern Michigan on the third most beautiful lake in the world at our newly updated, comfortable family cottage on the lakefront.
The first floor features a kitchen with all new appliances that has easy service from kitchen to dining area. The large family dining table easily accommodates 12 people for meals. The downstairs living/dining area has a stunning view of the lake with a window wall across the entire front of the house. You will love sitting at the table with your cup of coffee watching the lake every morning.
The spacious living room has a stunning rock fire place with plenty of comfortable seating and blankets. There’s a smart tv with Apple TV attached for those cool evenings or rainy days and a cupboard full of board games for those who have a competitive spirit. Attached off the dining area is a sun porch with a door that can be closed. Perfect for those days you have to do some remote work or if you just need a quiet place to sit and read.
The cottage has a spacious wrap around deck with furniture that is perfect for sitting and soaking in the sun and the view at all hours of the day. A hammock tucked under the trees overlooks the lake and is the best place for reading….or for taking a nap. An outdoor swing overlooks the dock and is a favorite place to sit and watch the sun go down while sipping on a glass of wine from a local winery. Your kids will love roasting marshmallows at the fire pit on chilly evenings.
The lake is literally 50 feet from the front deck; there you have access to a small waterfront beach, a large sandbox with sand toys for the kids, a canoe, and a couple of poke boats. There’s also a dock with a bench and a tie-out anchor for your boat. The swimming is unparalleled as is boating, sailing, skiing, and tubing with your own boat. There are boat rental places around the lake and a few public boat launches if you decide to bring your own.
Torch Lake is conveniently located close to Traverse City, Leelanau, Sleeping Bear Sand Dunes, Charlevoix, and Petoskey. There are several very good hiking trails close by and the options for different day trips are endless. If golfing is your hobby there are 10 world-class golf courses within close driving distance. The local breweries, wineries, and restaurants feature delicious and unique food and drink. You definitely won’t want to miss out on the fresh fruit that changes with the seasons from the surrounding nearby orchards.
Come experience the "Caribbean" of North America with a crystal clear lake and the best sunsets in Michigan. You'll be coming back for years to come.About pets:No pets allowed.About checkOut:Check out before 10:00 AM.About children:Children allowed: ages 0-17.Near to shore, the lake has gradual sloping bottom.About checkIn:Check in after 3:00 PM.About smoking:Smoking is not permitted.About minBookingAge:Minimum age to rent: 30.About events:No events allowed.Need to subdue outside noise by 11:00PM.
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10.0/10
Cleanliness10.0
Amenities10.0
Location10.0
Service10.0
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Surroundings
Airport: Cherry Capital Airport
(57.0 km)
Landmarks: Family Day Park
(850m)
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Five-Bedroom Cottage
5 bedrooms: 2 bunk beds 3 queen beds and 1 king bed
Non-smoking
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10.0/10
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5 reviews
Verified Reviews- Cleanliness10.0
- Amenities10.0
- Location10.0
- Service10.0
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Gayle P.
September 15, 2025
Our multi-generational family (5 adults,4 children under the age of 5 enjoyed our stay. There was an abundance of sand toys and the sand area and water entry was great for the little guys. The kitchen and eating area were large and well supplied. The laundry ,coat room was great with the second refrigerator. The docking of our boat was easy. We loved the location on Torch Lake and highly recommend this home. The host was responsive to all questions.
Stephanie S.
August 27, 2025
This is our 3rd year staying at CarVer house. We absolutely love our time at this peaceful cabin. This is the first year traveling with our new baby. It was so nice to have the travel crib available so we didn't need to bring one with us! The lake was beautiful and peaceful. It's a quick drive to Bellaire for restaurants and grocery store and to a couple farm stores, Royal Farms and Friske Farms for fresh produce and delicious PIES. We had a couple rainy days. The cabin had everything we needed as a group of 10 to keep busy on a rainy day from TV to games. If you're looking for a peaceful vacation away from the city, this is the place!
Sandy S.
September 17, 2025
CarVer house is located in a nice area of Torch Lake, wooded and quiet. We appreciated all the provided "toys", and used the canoe, kayaks and paddle boards every day. Swimming access is good. We brought our sailboat, and it was easy to launch at a public access and tie onto the mooring buoy right in front of the dock at the house. Sailing was excellent! Everything was generously provided, lots of towels, papergoods, even firewood and lifejackets.Everything was clean, well stocked kitchen with new appliances, comfortable beds. Helpful and informative hosts. A great stay!
Joseph S.
August 8, 2025
This was our second year here. It was as much fun as the first year. I love the location and amenities. Great host.
Richelle J.
July 30, 2025
Our family had an amazing time at this vacation rental! The house had everything that we needed to prepare meals, be on the lake, have a campfire, and play some family games. The owner was responsive and ensured we had what we needed. We would definitely recommend this place to anyone wanting to spend time on a beautiful lake and enjoy nature and quality family time.
Services & Amenities
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Golf course
Skiing
Off-site
Horse riding
Off-site
Hiking
Off-site
Wi-Fi in public areas
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Internet
Wi-Fi in public areas
Public areas
BBQ
No smoking in public areas
Health & wellness
Golf course
Hiking
Off-site
Kayaking
Skiing
Off-site
Horse riding
Off-site
Sailing
Off-site
Motorized water sports equipment
Activities
Beach towels
Fishing
Off-site
Cleaning services
Clothes dryer
Facilities for children
Kids' board games/puzzles
Children's toys
Accessibility
Stair-free main entrance
Handrails on stairs
Property Policies
Check-in and Check-out Times
Check-in: after 15:00
Check-out: Before 10:00
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome at this property.
Additional fees may be charged for children using existing beds. Add the number of children to get a more accurate price.
Cribs and Extra Beds
Please contact the hotel for details about crib and extra bed policies.
Age Requirements
The main guest checking in must be at least 30 years old
Property host
Carl Bertsche Jr.
Speaks: English
About this property
Looking for an amazing place to spend your vacation this summer? We invite you to spend a restful week in Northern Michigan on the third most beautiful lake in the world at our newly updated, comfortable family cottage on the lakefront.
The first floor features a kitchen with all new appliances that has easy service from kitchen to dining area. The large family dining table easily accommodates 12 people for meals. The downstairs living/dining area has a stunning view of the lake with a window wall across the entire front of the house. You will love sitting at the table with your cup of coffee watching the lake every morning.
The spacious living room has a stunning rock fire place with plenty of comfortable seating and blankets. There’s a smart tv with Apple TV attached for those cool evenings or rainy days and a cupboard full of board games for those who have a competitive spirit. Attached off the dining area is a sun porch with a door that can be closed. Perfect for those days you have to do some remote work or if you just need a quiet place to sit and read.
The cottage has a spacious wrap around deck with furniture that is perfect for sitting and soaking in the sun and the view at all hours of the day. A hammock tucked under the trees overlooks the lake and is the best place for reading….or for taking a nap. An outdoor swing overlooks the dock and is a favorite place to sit and watch the sun go down while sipping on a glass of wine from a local winery. Your kids will love roasting marshmallows at the fire pit on chilly evenings.
The lake is literally 50 feet from the front deck; there you have access to a small waterfront beach, a large sandbox with sand toys for the kids, a canoe, and a couple of poke boats. There’s also a dock with a bench and a tie-out anchor for your boat. The swimming is unparalleled as is boating, sailing, skiing, and tubing with your own boat. There are boat rental places around the lake and a few public boat launches if you decide to bring your own.
Torch Lake is conveniently located close to Traverse City, Leelanau, Sleeping Bear Sand Dunes, Charlevoix, and Petoskey. There are several very good hiking trails close by and the options for different day trips are endless. If golfing is your hobby there are 10 world-class golf courses within close driving distance. The local breweries, wineries, and restaurants feature delicious and unique food and drink. You definitely won’t want to miss out on the fresh fruit that changes with the seasons from the surrounding nearby orchards.
Come experience the "Caribbean" of North America with a crystal clear lake and the best sunsets in Michigan. You'll be coming back for years to come.About pets:No pets allowed.About checkOut:Check out before 10:00 AM.About children:Children allowed: ages 0-17.Near to shore, the lake has gradual sloping bottom.About checkIn:Check in after 3:00 PM.About smoking:Smoking is not permitted.About minBookingAge:Minimum age to rent: 30.About events:No events allowed.Need to subdue outside noise by 11:00PM.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What’s the cancellation policy at Torch Lake Waterfront Cottage - Your New Happy Place?
The cancellation policy at Torch Lake Waterfront Cottage - Your New Happy Place depends on your room type and booking terms.What’s the cancellation policy at Torch Lake Waterfront Cottage - Your New Happy Place?
What are the check-in and check-out times at Torch Lake Waterfront Cottage - Your New Happy Place?
Check-in at Torch Lake Waterfront Cottage - Your New Happy Place starts from 15:00, and the standard check-out time is by 10:00.What are the check-in and check-out times at Torch Lake Waterfront Cottage - Your New Happy Place?
How do I get to Torch Lake Waterfront Cottage - Your New Happy Place from the nearest airport?
The nearest airport is Cherry Capital Airport, located about about 50 mins from hotel by car (57.0 km) away.How do I get to Torch Lake Waterfront Cottage - Your New Happy Place from the nearest airport?
About This Property
| Nearest Airport | Cherry Capital Airport |
|---|---|
| Distance to Airport | 57.05KM |
| Hotel Star Rating | 4 |



