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CEDAR COTTAGE - Lakefront on Thayer Lake in Alden with WiFi, AC

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A lakeside view with a dock, a boat, and a green kayak. - CEDAR COTTAGE - Lakefront on Thayer Lake in Alden with WiFi, AC (Alden)
A compact kitchen with wooden cabinetry, a stainless steel refrigerator, a microwave, and a stove. - CEDAR COTTAGE - Lakefront on Thayer Lake in Alden with WiFi, AC (Alden)
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A cabin with a gravel driveway, a large tree, and a 'CEDAR' sign. - CEDAR COTTAGE - Lakefront on Thayer Lake in Alden with WiFi, AC (Alden)
Located close to Torch Lake, CEDAR COTTAGE - Lakefront on Thayer Lake in Alden with WiFi, AC has plenty to offer. Stay connected with in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue

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About this property

CEDAR COTTAGE - Lakefront on Thayer Lake in Alden with WiFi, AC

  • Consider this cabin your home away from home while you visit Alden, MI. This quintessential Northern Michigan lakefront cottage features 2 queen bedrooms along with a cozy living room with an additional queen sofa bed. Guests can enjoy amenities like A/C, heating, and free guest WiFi. The Cedar has everything you need for a comfortable stay. The fully stocked kitchen includes a complete appliance package, Keurig coffee maker, kcups, condiments, cookware, silverware, and dishes. All towels and linens are provided. Located just steps away from Thayer lake and located across the street from Torch Lake, this cottage is centrally located for you to enjoy!

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

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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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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 indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
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

Alden is home to this cabin. Twisted Fish Gallery and Guntzviller's Spirit of the Woods Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Short's Brewing Company and The Chief Golf Course. Visit our Alden travel guide
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Alden, MI

What's nearby

  • An aerial view of a turquoise sea with boats anchored near the shore.
    Torch Lake
    5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • A beach with a lighthouse, autumn trees, and a cloudy sky.
    Traverse City Beach
    34 min drive - 48.3 km
  • A dock with several boats moored alongside, a wooden pier, and buildings in the background.
    Front Street
    40 min drive - 53.7 km
  • A cable car system with passengers, set against a backdrop of autumn-colored trees.
    Boyne Mountain
    45 min drive - 73.6 km
  • Thayer lake
    8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    15 min drive
  • M88 Morning Grind
    15 min drive
  • Shanty Creek Resorts
    19 min drive
  • Short's Brewing Company
    14 min drive
  • Johnny's Torch Riviera
    14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is CEDAR COTTAGE - Lakefront on Thayer Lake in Alden with WiFi, AC pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at CEDAR COTTAGE - Lakefront on Thayer Lake in Alden with WiFi, AC?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at CEDAR COTTAGE - Lakefront on Thayer Lake in Alden with WiFi, AC?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at CEDAR COTTAGE - Lakefront on Thayer Lake in Alden with WiFi, AC?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is CEDAR COTTAGE - Lakefront on Thayer Lake in Alden with WiFi, AC located?

Situated in Alden, this cabin is within a 5-minute walk of Thayer lake and Torch Lake. Clam River and Clam Lake are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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CEDAR COTTAGE - Lakefront on Thayer Lake in Alden with WiFi, AC Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 28 out of 33 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 33 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 33 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 33 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 33 reviews

9.8

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome location
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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

Great place and location!

We had wonderful time staying at Thayer lake! It was the perfect location for us, we can't wait to come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean very clean - quick communication. Lake view was great. Close to everything we wanted to do.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great retreat. Lakes, hiking trails, woods, quiet.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had the best time. The cabin is adorable. Clean and very comfortable. We have stayed here twice now and just love it. The owners are wonderful and welcome feedback on your experience. Our family will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice quiet location & clean cottage. View and access to lake was enjoyable. Person in bed against wall had to climb over other individual to get out. 2 bedroom was nice for this reason.
View from Cedar cabin.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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

Great

The area was very peaceful and relaxing. The oven was really dirty and the a couple of blinds were broke butthe
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great little place to stay! Super clean and comfortable!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved our stay at Cedar! Cabin was super clean with the cutest decor! The view of the lake was amazing! It was everything we were looking for! Would definitely return.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We really enjoyed our stay at Cedar Cottage! The cottage was clean and updated. The lake access was lovely - we canoed and had fires in the evening! We would have loved a couple of coat hooks somewhere. And a little end table by the couch/chair on the porch room to set our coffee on. But everything was good - towels, bedding, and coffee pods. Rachel responded to my message quickly! Thank you - we will return!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean cabin and everything we needed was included!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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

The Great Outdoors

This is a great place to take the family if you’re looking for a quiet, peaceful place close to Torch Lake!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was relaxing and peaceful. The cabin was peefect.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very cute, newly updated cabin. Perfect for two friends visiting the area to look at fall color. Host was helpful and responsive.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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

We will be back!

My sister and I stumbled across this property for our visit to attend a wedding. It was an absolute hidden gem, and we cannot wait to come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottages have been very nicely updated. Very clean. Beds are very comfortable. Bathrooms are nice. Kitchen is small, but adequate.
Stayed 13 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a fantastic stay! There was a hiccup with the cleaning service not getting there before we checked in but they did come out and clean it. We would have otherwise given a 5 star rating.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
enjoyed it very much. View from firepit could be better if a couple of small trees were removed.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025