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Charming Cottage Retreat - Your Home Away from Home!

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Interior
2 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets
Dining
Towels, toilet paper
Property grounds
Reviews
10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroom

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
    Pet friendlyPet friendly
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFiFree WiFi
  • Kitchen
    KitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Washer
    WasherWasher
  • Dryer
    DryerDryer

Explore the area

Map
Kalkaska, MI
  • Popular LocationAu Sable River28 min drive
  • Popular LocationSchuss Mountain49 min drive
  • AirportGaylord, MI (GLR-Gaylord Regional)50 min drive
  • Popular LocationTorch Lake54 min drive

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10/10 Excellent

We were delighted with our short stay at the Blue Lake Yellow Cottage. The cottage is just steps away from the water, an...
Kate and Rocky O.
Oct 18, 2023

About this property

Entire place

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

Charming Cottage Retreat - Your Home Away from Home!

This cozy, charming cottage is perfect for your next vacation.
The beautiful lake in front of you is Big Blue. Crystal clear water and 86’ feet at its
deepest point. Trout and BlueGill are the primary fish in the lake. Big Blue is an all
sports lake with tubing, water skiing and jet skis. Walk out the door and take the road
on your right straight across to North Blue. 76’ feet at its deepest point, North Blue is a
no wake lake perfect for kayaking or fishing. Crystal clear water in beautiful shades of
blue and green. Some say the water reminds them of the Caribbean.

Property manager

tina filipowicz

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Toaster
  • Paper towels
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Kitchen island
  • Coffee/tea maker

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 1 total (up to 20 lbs per pet)
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • On the lake

Things to do

  • Water skiing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails 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)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

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

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 20 lbs per pet)

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
Onsite 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 neighborhood

Kalkaska

Located in Kalkaska, this cottage is on a lake. AuSable Artisan Village and Crawford County Historical Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Grandview Golf Club and Black Forest Golf Course. Otsego County Sportsplex and Gaylord Discovery Center are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and mountain biking.
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What's nearby

  • Au Sable River - 28 min drive
  • Hartwick Pines State Park - 38 min drive
  • Schuss Mountain - 49 min drive
  • Torch Lake - 54 min drive
  • Torch Lake Park - 56 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hide-A-Way Bar - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming Cottage Retreat - Your Home Away from Home! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 20 lbs per pet.

What time is check-in at Charming Cottage Retreat - Your Home Away from Home!?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming Cottage Retreat - Your Home Away from Home!?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Charming Cottage Retreat - Your Home Away from Home! located?

Situated on a lake, this cottage is within 16 mi (25 km) of Au Sable River, Grandview Golf Club, and Hartwick Pines State Park. Black Forest Golf Course and Timber Wolf Golf Club are also within 16 mi (25 km).

Charming Cottage Retreat - Your Home Away from Home! Reviews

Reviews

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Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dennis B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Good Fishing
Nice northern lake, quiet and clean area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kate and Rocky O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cottage with a View!
We were delighted with our short stay at the Blue Lake Yellow Cottage. The cottage is just steps away from the water, and we wish we'd been there on a warmer fall day to enjoy the lake in our canoe! It is pet and family friendly, and once we got the wi-fi back up and running, we had great connectivity. Perfect spot for a quick get-away.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joshua R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
We enjoyed our time here. It’s a cozy, updated cottage next to the lake. Tina was responsive and helpful. We’d like to come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicole Z.

Liked: Cleanliness
Blue Lake beauty
The cottage and area itself are just beautiful. As if it were taken straight from a story book. We stayed over Labor Day weekend and it was the perfect end to our summer. Tina really has thought of everything and is such an attentive host. You can tell great care has been taken in maintaining the cottage and providing guests with a memorable stay. We truly loved everything about our stay and can't wait to book again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cortney B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful lake, clean and comfortable cabin
Both blue Lakes are gorgeous and a perfect weekend getaway. Amazing for kayaking, floating, and fishing. The cabin was quaint, clean, and very comfortable. Everything was easy from scheduling to check in/out. Would stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Slice of Heaven
WOW. What a perfect location for a family friendly get away. The lake was unbelievable clean and clear, the neighbors were welcoming and friendly, the road was quiet and safe and we were able to explore a bit on long walks in the morning. The house is perfect and well stocked, we truly enjoyed ourselves and would absolutely return. The host was also super responsive which was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fun at the Yellow Cottage
Very nice and clean, with an amazing location. Owner responded immediately.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Timothy R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Tim R.
Wonderful!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debbie A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place and location
Very clean, great location in a quiet neighborhood across the street from the beach. Had everything we needed for our weekend stay. Would definitely stay here again and recommend to others.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dana M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Experience
The cottage had amazing lake views, beautiful sunset, and was so roomy.. It was nice and cool inside, with the ceiling fan.. The neighbors were super friendly, it`s a beautiful neighborhood.. Tina was amazing so very easy to communicate with, responded very promptly.. Enjoyed watching movies, bonfires, grilling, and watching all the boaters.. The lake is so crystal clear, and felt amazing.. The cottage is so beautiful inside, and the rooms have comfortable beds.. Everything was so clean, easy to find and well organized, easy check in and out.. Definitely will rent again.. Thank you for everything Tina..
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023