Lakefront Northern Michigan Retreat, Dock, Kayaks, Sleeps 6-Near Petoskey | Cottage in Alanson

9.6 (114 Reviews) |   Pet Friendly   3 Bedrooms  1 Bathroom  6 Guests
Alanson Cottage | Lakefront Northern Michigan Retreat, Dock, Kayaks, Sleeps 6-Near Petoskey

3 Bedroom Cottage in Alanson

Welcome to your Lakefront Northern Michigan retreat! This Pickerel Lake home sleeps up to 6 guests and features private dock access, kayaks, and a rowboat for endless days on the water. Enjoy shallow sandy swimming right from your yard, cozy evenings around the firepit, and stunning sunsets from the deck. Less than 30 minutes from Gaylord, Petoskey, and Harbor Springs, you get peaceful lakeside privacy with easy access to dining, ships, golf, and local attractions.
Nestled on the serene shores of Pickerel Lake, this vintage-meets-modern cottage is the perfect Northern Michigan summer escape. Set on 235 acres of peaceful woodland, at the end of a private road, the home offers rare privacy, calm waters, and uninterrupted lake views -ideal for families, couples, and nature lovers.
Lakefront Highlights
*Private dock
*Kayaks and rowboat included
*Shallow swimming area
*Fire-pit near the water
*Peaceful, no wake lake atmoshpere
Pickerel Lake is ideal for families, paddling, fishing, and quiet enjoyment - not a party lake.
Property Highlights
Accommodations:
*2 bedrooms
*Bedroom 1: Double bed
*Bedroom 2: Double bed and twin bunk bed
*Sun porch with full-size sofa sleeper
*1 full bathroom
Safety & House Rules
*Maximum Occupancy: 6 guests
*No parties or events
*Quiet hours: 10 pm-8 am
*Primary renter must be 25+
*Children must be supervised near water and dock
*Life jackets required for minors
Nearby
*Petoskey & Harbor Springs (15–20 min): Shopping, dining, wineries, festivals
*Mackinaw City & Mackinac Island Ferries (30 min)
*Golf nearby: Bay Harbor Golf Club, Hidden River Golf, and Crooked Tree Golf Club
*Hiking trails, scenic drives, and local beaches

Lakefront Northern Michigan Retreat, Dock, Kayaks, Sleeps 6-Near Petoskey is located in Alanson. Lakefront Northern Michigan Retreat, Dock, Kayaks, Sleeps 6-Near Petoskey provides accommodation, featuring Balcony/Terrace, Guest Services, Parking, among other amenities. This Cottage features Balcony/Terrace, Guest Services, Parking, to make your stay a comfortable one.

Lakefront Northern Michigan Retreat, Dock, Kayaks, Sleeps 6-Near Petoskey has 3 Bedrooms , 1 Bathroom, and max occupancy of 6 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated Cottage because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this Cottage, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. Cottage has a friendly neighborhood, and the Alanson has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the Cottage in Alanson, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.

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Amenities

Air Conditioner
Parking
Pet Friendly
TV
View
Ocean View
Balcony/Terrace
Security/Safety
Sports/Activities
Bedding/Linens
Wellness Facilities
Fireplace/Heating
Guest Services
Entertainment
Eco Friendly
Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
Child Friendly
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Facility Overview

Air Conditioner
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
Bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided
  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
Bedroom
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Dining table
  • Living room
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Paper towels
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Toaster
  • Oven
  • Stovetop
Laundry
  • Near laundromat
Ocean view
  • Beach sun loungers
  • On the beach
Parking
  • Onsite parking
Pet Friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total pets
Accessibility
  • Front entrance ramp
  • No elevators
  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Smoke-free property
Activities
  • Cycling nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Marina nearby
  • Water sports equipment
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Kayak on site
  • Fishing nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Hiking nearby
Entertainment
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Books
  • Games
General
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • English
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • On the waterfront
  • On the lake
  • Near a hospital
  • Office
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
Guest Services
  • Children's games
  • Playground
  • Children's dinnerware
  • Iron/ironing board
Internet
  • Free WiFi
Outdoors
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Patio
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Garden
Security/Safety
  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
Skiing
  • Snowboarding and cross-country skiing nearby

Policies

Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 pm minimum check-in age: 25
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 am
Child Policy
Children are welcome.
Event Policy
No events allowed
Pet Policy
2 total pets pets allowed service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees welcoming dogs only
Smoking Policy
Smoking is not permitted

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 host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed this property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room 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 this property uses eco-friendly cleaning products

Reviews

Jessica W.
Oct 21, 2025 05:18:30 AM
Review Score:   10
Summary: House was beautiful and very peaceful/quiet... still close enough to get to all the activities we wanted to do. Perfect set up for us and our pup. Vickie and Scott were great hosts - communicative and extreamly accomidating.
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