Historic 5BR Cottage Near Trails with Crooked Lake Views

Step into this beautifully preserved historic home, where original wood double doors open to a welcoming retreat filled with timeless character and subtle mid-century style. Thoughtfully designed for connection and comfort, this home is ideal for family gatherings, multi-generational stays, or group getaways in the heart of Northern Michigan.

The Common Space
• Spacious, light-filled main-level living area designed for gathering
• Large sectional sofa perfect for relaxing and socializing
• Cozy gas fireplace for cool Northern Michigan evenings
• Record player for music and ambiance
• Ten-person dining table ideal for shared meals, games, and long conversations
• Floor-to-ceiling original glass doors that bring in natural light

Kitchen & Home Amenities
• Fully equipped kitchen with modern appliances for easy group cooking
• Laundry/mudroom with convenient outdoor access
• Large, fully fenced backyard—with firepit, BBQ Grill, and Outdoor porch seating
• Window A/C units and ceiling fans in every bedroom for warm-weather comfort
• Dedicated Wi-Fi for working and streaming your favorite shows

Bedrooms & Bathrooms
• 5 bedrooms | 7 bathrooms (4 full, 3 half)
• Comfortably sleeps large groups while offering privacy for everyone
• Main-floor bedroom for easy access and flexibility
• Upper-level bedrooms each include a private half bath or ensuite
• Bonus bunk room available at no additional cost (upon request)

Location Highlights
• Located directly across the street from beautiful Crooked Lake - park access
• Just one block from the North Western State Trail
• Easy access to biking, running, and walking paths
• Close to the Little Traverse Wheelway
• Short drive to Northern Michigan’s favorite towns, lakes, and attractions

Home Layout
Main Level
• Living Area
• Full Kitchen
• Half Bathroom
• Bedroom One: King Bed (Garden Room) with Ensuite
• Sunporch: Bunkbed (Twin over Twin)

Upper Level
• Bedroom Two: King Bed (Woodland Room) with Ensuite
• Bedroom Three: Queen Bed (Lakeview Room) with Half Bath
• Bedroom Four: Queen Bed (Mackinac Room) with Ensuite
• Bedroom Five: Queen Bed (Under the Pines Room) with Half Bath
• Additional Full Bathroom with Sink & Shower

*This property allows two dogs, maximum. A non-refundable $150.00 cleaning fee will be charged per pet.

NEARBY DESTINATIONS
Downtown Harbor Springs: 9.4 miles
The Highlands/Nub's Nob: 8.5 miles
Dairy Queen (ice cream): 2 miles
Windjammer Marina (boat rentals): 0.9 miles
Downtown Petoskey: 9.1 miles
Mackinaw City (to catch a ferry to Mackinac Island): 27.3 miles
Pellston Regional Airport: 11.8 miles
Petoskey State Park (Lake Michigan): 5.2 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!

Für Gäste verfügt dieses Ferienhaus über Grillmöglichkeiten, einen Garten und eine Wäscherei. Die Rezeption ist rund um die Uhr geöffnet.

Dieses Ferienhaus in Alanson ist eine Nichtraucher-Unterkunft.