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Escape to this 1905 historic vacation rental in Alden, steps away from Torch Lake's serene waters. Unwind on the wraparound porch with a grill out or cozy up indoors by the fireplace, then head to nearby Traverse City or ski at Schuss Mountain.

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9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10201 sq m

Popular amenities

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

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About this property

Elegant 1905 Home: Steps to Torch Lake & Dtwn

  • Whisk away to the serene blue waters of Torch Lake at this spacious 4-bedroom, 2-bath home in Alden. Built in 1905, this historic vacation rental treats your family or group to a seamless getaway, featuring the lakefront, eateries, and a winery all within walking distance. When you’re not out boating, go wine tasting, visit Traverse City, and ski at Schuss Mountain in the winter months. Then, return to the wraparound porch and grill out, or cozy up indoors with a movie by the fireplace.

    -- THE PROPERTY --

    Central A/C & Heat | Gas & Charcoal Grills | Dogs Welcome w/ Fee | 2 Blocks to Public Boat Launch

    Bedroom 1: King Bed | Bedroom 2: King Bed | Bedroom 3: Queen Bed | Bedroom 4: 2 Full Beds

    OUTDOOR LIVING: Balcony, wraparound porch, yard w/ outdoor dining area, lake views, 2 double kayaks, 2 single kayaks, 1 youth kayak
    INDOOR LIVING: 3 cable TVs, 2 fireplaces, dining table & bar, walk-in showers, jetted spa
    KITCHEN: Stove/oven, refrigerator, dishwasher, microwave, coffee maker, blender, toaster, cooking basics, dishware/flatware
    GENERAL: Free WiFi (500 Mbps), washer/dryer, linens/towels, hangers, trash bags/paper towels
    FAQ: Step-free entry, bedroom & bathroom on 1st floor, stairs down the porch, 1 Ring doorbell (facing front entry), pet fee (paid pre-trip)
    PARKING: Garage (1 vehicle), driveway (3 vehicles), RV/trailer parking allowed, free street parking

    -- THE LOCATION --

    ON THE WATER: Public Boat Launch (0.2 miles), Vacation Water Sports - Jet Ski, Speed Boat and Pontoon Rentals (0.2 miles), Torch Lake Public Access (2.2 miles), Torch Lake Sandbar (3.5 miles), Torch Lake Rentals (3.9 miles)
    SKI SEASON: Schuss Mountain (12.0 miles), Mt. Holiday Ski and Recreational Area (21.3 miles), Hickory Hills Ski Area (28.0 miles), Crystal Mountain (55.4 miles)
    OUTDOOR SPOTS: Coy Mountain Natural Area (0.3 miles), Grass River Natural Area (4.2 miles), Seven Bridges Nature Area (6.7 miles), Glacial Hills Pathway and Natural Area Trailhead (9.6 miles), Hartwick Pines State Park (41.4 miles)
    SIPS & POURS: Vista Ridge Vineyards Crushin’It (0.2 miles), Torch Lake Cellars (7.4 miles), WaterFire Vineyards - Torch Lake Winery (15.8 miles), Mari Vineyards (28.0 miles), Hawthorne Vineyards (29.3 miles), and more
    NEARBY CITIES: Elk Rapids (15.2 miles), Traverse City (26.0 miles)
    AIRPORT: Cherry Capital Airport (24.3 miles)

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    -- POLICIES --

    - No smoking
    - Pet friendly w/ $200 fee (+ fees & taxes, 2 dogs max)
    - No events, parties, or large gatherings
    - Additional fees and taxes may apply
    - Photo ID may be required upon check-in
    - NOTE: While this property has step-free entry with one bedroom on the 1st floor, there are stairs down the porch
    - NOTE: Your safety matters. This property features a Ring doorbell device with an exterior security camera facing the front outdoor entry. The camera does not look into any interior spaces. The camera actively records video when motion is detected by the device (including devices linked to the camera such as the alarm system’s motion detector) or when the video doorbell button is pressed

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free internet

Parking and transport

  • Street parking available
  • RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking (max 3 spaces)
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Charcoal grill
  • Garden
  • Yard

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Step to reach entrance
  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking 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
  • Security system
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,160 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Note from host: A maximum of 2 pets are 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 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, a security system 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

About the area

Alden is home to this holiday home. While the natural beauty of Torch Lake and Torch Lake Park can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Chateau Chantal. Guntzviller's Spirit of the Woods Museum and Music House Museum are also worth visiting. Kayaking and power boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hunting nearby. Visit our Alden travel guide
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Alden, MI

What's nearby

  • The drop off at Torch Lake in northern Michigan; Shutterstock ID 748887706; purchase_order: SP-1269 HA 2018 Batch 1; Order: ; client: ; other:
    Torch Lake
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • scenic view of trees on the lake
    Torch Lake Park
    2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Aerial view of Petoskey and Little Traverse Bay, Michigan
    Traverse City Beach
    28 min drive - 41.1 km
  • Front Street
    Front Street
    34 min drive - 46.5 km
  • Boyne Mountain
    Boyne Mountain
    43 min drive - 70.7 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Pearl's New Orleans Kitchen
    21 min drive
  • Johnny's Torch Riviera
    8 min drive
  • Blue Water Bistro & Pizzeria - Torch Lake Pizza
    2 min drive
  • Oasis Tavern
    17 min drive
  • Alden Bar
    3 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Elegant 1905 Home: Steps to Torch Lake & Dtwn pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Elegant 1905 Home: Steps to Torch Lake & Dtwn?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Elegant 1905 Home: Steps to Torch Lake & Dtwn?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Elegant 1905 Home: Steps to Torch Lake & Dtwn?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Elegant 1905 Home: Steps to Torch Lake & Dtwn located?

Situated in Alden, this holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Torch Lake Park and Torch Lake. Torch River and Grass River Natural Area are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Elegant 1905 Home: Steps to Torch Lake & Dtwn Reviews

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 8 reviews

9.6

Cleanliness

10

Location

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patrick A.

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

Comfortable stay by Torch lake

We had a very nice stay by Torch lake. My friends and I were there for two nights and found the house to be well, equipped, warm and welcoming. Would definitely stay again. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Tammy

Torch Lake Family Time

Perfect home for multiple families! We have a wheelchair user in the family and we were so impressed with the accessibility of this home. Rear entrance is easy from the drive to the first floor and first floor bathroom was perfect! Each room has ample space for all your things, very large bathroom on the second floor to accommodate everything. Mattress's and bedding are top notch and very comfortable! Lots of extras in this home away from home. Clean inside and out with beautiful gardens, I highly recommend front porch sitting with beautiful lake views!We will be back in 2024!
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Calvin

Mostly good but needs a couple of easy fixes and probably some updating

Pros:1) Location could only be better if it was directly on the lake instead of across the street. Also, Alden is a very cute town with many very kind people, a convenient market and some decent restaurants/cafes.2) Plenty of space for our two families (six people and one dog total)3) Beautiful sunset view of the lake from the front porch, the expansive lawn, the very large south facing window seat, or the balcony off the upstairs master suite.4) Historic home has interesting architecture and nice gardens5) Kayaks included6) Well provisioned with everything you might need (dishes, cookware, games, fire pit, garbage bags) and plenty that you probably don't (see clutter below)7) Keyless entry through front door or garage8) Netflix, Disney+, and other streaming services on TVs without having to log in to your personal accounts.Cons:1) Beds were uncomfortable, hot, lumpy sacks that might as well have been original to the house2) Décor is true to the pictures, tacky3) House very cluttered (old food, messy piles of cleaning supplies in laundry area and in cupboards, dog food on shelves and in cupboards, old ruined decks of cards, papers, etc). Dishes, cookware, flatware, and drinkware is (overly?) abundant but mismatched and scattered throughout all of the cupboards making it sometimes difficult to find what you need.4) Electric stove has two traditional burners and a built in grill (not griddle). I would have preferred a 4 burner stove to make cooking easier for the six of us. Also, there is no fume hood.Bottom line: we very much enjoyed our three night stay in spite of the terrible beds and the distracting décor and clutter.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Beth A.

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

Family vacation in Alden!

The house was great and the hosts made sure everything you needed was there including two double kayaks and a few more singles! The Wi Fi was solid and location couldn't be beat. The only negative was a few of the mattresses could be improved especially the middle bedroom with the single queen bed. We loved the front porch and would stay there again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

kinga o.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This historical home was perfect for our 8 adult family. House is comfortable and furnished for our group - had everything we needed. We were able to have a campfire outside and watch the lovely sunsets. Kitchen fully stocked. Quiet neighborhood in September. Had a few nice days when we took out the kayaks (beach access is across the street) was able to rent a pontoon locally, and walk to gentle hiking trail on Coy Mtn. Decent grocer is a couple of miles south. Alden Bar is around the corner for drinks but don’t recommend eating there. Would love to stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sean N.

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

Great spot

We stayed here with two families for the Iceman bike race. The place met our needs perfectly and we had a very enjoyable stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Christopher D.

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025