On the shores of Walloon Lake, this charming log cabin cottage offers a serene lakeside getaway. With 246 feet of private beach frontage, enjoy yard games and family gatherings on the hard-packed sandy bottom lakefront. Step inside to discover an original kitchen with character, a cozy sitting area with TV and full bathroom nearby.
Reviews
8.88.8 out of 10
Excellent
Entire home
6 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 14325 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free Wi-Fi
Outdoor space
Parking available
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About this property
Walloon Lake Residence on 246' of Private Frontage!
This comfortable family cottage situated on Walloon Lake is an original log cabin masterpiece on a spacious parcel of land. Offering just over 3 acres and 246 feet of private beach frontage makes renting on Walloon Lake even more relaxing! Enjoy hard-packed, sandy bottom lakefront with plenty of space for yard games and family gatherings!
Parking is perched at the top of the sloped hill and the staircases on either side of the cottage will lead you down towards the entrance to the home or to the grassy front yard and waterfront. Upon entering the side door, you will find the original kitchen full of character, where many family meals and traditions have been made. This space is complete with a small sitting area with a TV as well. Off the back of the kitchen is a full bathroom and one bedroom, which could be considered more as the “primary,” although the full bathroom services the kitchen area as well. Our favorite part is stepping through the swing door from the kitchen onto the platform staircase that overlooks the massive great room with a stone fireplace, a mini bar area to pull up a stool, and large windows overlooking the lake. A great place for conversations, games, puzzles, and drinks! Taking the opposite stairs and swing door to the other wing of the cottage you will find the guest rooms. You must walk through a bedroom to get to another one; however, all bedrooms have an outside door available, which offers private entrances to the courtyard or outside deck to enjoy morning coffee and not disturb others. Spending time on the lake includes many hours on the spacious front porch.
While the cottage does not include air conditioning, we provide box fans, and some of the screened windows welcome in lake breezes to help keep things cool during the warmer months.
This well-loved cottage has a picturesque setting that has created many old memories and blessings on the lake - As the plaque on the fireplace states, “Who Enters Here With Good Intent, Shall Go Fourth With Blessings Sent.”
*Access to water toys and boats are not included in the rental of this property. If you would like information on watercraft rentals, please reach out to us for recommendations! *Please note there are many steps and a natural slope downward toward the waterfront.
NEARBY DESTINATIONS Downtown Petoskey: 12.8 miles Downtown Boyne City: 5.7 miles Downtown Harbor Springs: 21.6 miles Pellston Regional Airport: 31.6 miles Cherry Capital Airport (Traverse City): 70 miles Walloon Lake Public Beach: 3.4 miles Barrel Back Restaurant: 3.5 miles Tommy's Walloon (boat rentals): 3.5 miles Sweet Tooth (ice cream): 3.5 miles Great Lakes Center for the Arts: 14.3 miles
ABOUT US: Vacation Properties of Northern Michigan is a rental management company located in downtown Petoskey. We have been operating for 14 years and we understand the importance of vacation and the anticipation leading up to it. We care about our travelers and take pride in our portfolio of rental properties. We encourage you to look us up online and reach out if you have any questions or concerns about the property. Our goal is to provide you with the best vacation possible with clean/well-kept places, great communication, and fun environments so that you keep coming back. Northern Michigan has our hearts, and we want it to have yours too!
Property amenities
Beach
On the beach
Ski
Close to skiing
Internet
Available in the cottage: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Kitchen island
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
6 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
3 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Fireplace
Living room
Separate dining area
Entertainment
Books
Games
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Firepit
Garden
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
Near a hospital
Near the bay
Near the marina
On a lake
On the waterfront
Things to do
Golf
Tennis
Birdwatching nearby
Casino nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Ice skating nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Sailing nearby
Sledding nearby
Snorkelling nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
Swimming nearby
Water skiing nearby
Water tubing nearby
Winery tours nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether 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
Located in Boyne City, this cottage is on the beach. Boyne Heritage Center and Little Traverse History Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Avalanche Bay Indoor Waterpark and Great Lakes Center for the Arts. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Boswell Stadium, or consider a night out at Lavender Hill Farm. Enjoy the area's slopes with skiing, and don't miss out on the sledging and ice skating. Visit our Boyne City travel guide
Is Walloon Lake Residence on 246' of Private Frontage! pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Walloon Lake Residence on 246' of Private Frontage!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Walloon Lake Residence on 246' of Private Frontage!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Walloon Lake Residence on 246' of Private Frontage!?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Walloon Lake Residence on 246' of Private Frontage! located?
Nestled on the beach, this Boyne City cottage is within 6 mi (10 km) of Bear River, Horton Bay and Old City Park. Peninsula Beach and Lake Charlevoix are also within 9 miles (15 km).
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Walloon Lake Residence on 246' of Private Frontage! Reviews
Reviews
Excellent
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.
We loved the place!!! There was plenty of room for all of us and the view was breathtaking!!! Plan on staying again in the future!
Jodi C.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Haley S.
26 Jun 2024
Great time!
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We had a great long weekend up on Walloon. The house was in a wonderful location on the lake and nearby both Petoskey and Walloon Village and the porch/waterfront was perfect. The layout of the house was a bit odd just with where the rooms/bathrooms were located, but overall it was fantastic1 We would definitely come back!
We had a wonderful stay at lake, Walloon and White Anchor. While it is an older property, what’s not to love about the location. Thanks for a great stay.
Frank C.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Jac R.
12 Jul 2025
Another week of bliss!
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
I was very happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
This was the second time that we rented this outstanding property this summer. What more can I say?
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was clean.
I was very happy with the location.
I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
WOW! The expectations going in were high and the WHITE ANCHOR did not disappoint. Our stay here was WALLOON LIVING at its BEST.
Jac R.
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Scott G.
6 Jul 2025
Swimming area was great!
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
I was very happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
The management company was very good and informative and responsive.The swimming area is the best part of this property. It was clear view from the cabin to the lake.Limited seating area on the deck. Would have liked a table out there.An older cabin with plenty of room.
Scott G.
Verified
4/10 Poor
Amanda R.
29 Jul 2024
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness
Great Location Needs Repairs & Updates
We stay on Walloon every year, and we loved the idea of this cabin. Although it was spacious, we were disappointed with the condition of the house and furnishings for the premium price. The dock was very nice. The management company was great about responding when the fuses blew and sent a company to clean the porch so we could use it. We would rent again possibly if it had a thorough cleaning and broken furniture replaced.
White Anchor Lodge is a nice old lodge well maintained and comfortable. It has a large lake front property with a large dock. There is not much of a sandy beach but the water around the dock is very shallow with a sandy bottom.
The kitchen has all necessary cooking utensils and plenty of room as indicated in the overall description. The towels and linens are very nice and there are plenty of beach towels as well.
Vacations properties was very responsive and answered all questions and solved issues as they arose. Our point of contact, Danielle, was extremely helpful and pleasant to work with.
Overall, my family had an outstanding week at White Anchor Lodge on Waloon Lake.