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T&J Cozy Cottage on Crooked River - Enjoy a family or romantic getaway

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Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4735 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Alanson, MI
  • Crooked Lake
    4 min drive
  • Crooked Vine Vineyard and Winery
    5 min drive
  • Pickerel Lake
    10 min drive
  • Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional)
    14 min drive

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About the neighborhood

Alanson

Located in Alanson, this vacation home is on the waterfront, within a 5-minute drive of Crooked Lake and Crooked Vine Vineyard and Winery. .This vacation home is 9.4 mi (15.1 km) from Lake Michigan and 3.1 mi (5.1 km) from Pickerel Lake.

What's nearby

  • Crooked Lake - 4 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Pickerel Lake - 10 min drive - 3.2 miles
  • Burt Lake - 13 min drive - 6.0 miles
  • Odawa Casino - 22 min drive - 13.9 miles
  • Nub's Nob Ski Area - 27 min drive - 9.4 miles

Getting around

  • Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Rusty Saw North Stakehouse & BBQ - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Northwood Family Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Bob's Place - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Randy's Mighty Good Pizza - ‬12 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

T&J Cozy Cottage on Crooked River - Enjoy a family or romantic getaway

Beautiful cozy cottage with 2 bedrooms (king & double bed, along with self inflating twin air mattress in closet - all linens are provided), 1 bath, free Wi- Fi, smart TV in every room, washer/dryer, full kitchen, BBQ, two paddle boards along with two kayaks to enjoy, bonfire pit, hammock for relaxing naps. The atmosphere is peaceful with beautiful views of wildlife, watch boats stroll up and down the river right from the back deck. Dock your own boat with access to boat launch 5 minutes away @ $5, bring your own life jackets. Stroll thru multiple lakes which include Crooked, Burt, and Mullet with endless adventures and historic scenery (swinging bridge, locks, boathouses, etc.). Enjoy local shopping, amazing restaurants, beaches, resorts, golfing, fabulous wineries, fishing, casino, sunset boat tours, river rafting/tubing (7 miles from Petoskey, 10 miles from Harbor Springs, 7 miles from Indian River, 25 miles from Mackinac Bridge, 28 miles from Charlevoix). Enjoy Pure Michigan at its finest.
Make yourself comfortable in this vacation home, which features a fireplace and a Smart TV. There's a private patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Tamara & Jason

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours 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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 735 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

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
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
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

Property is also known as

Cottage on Crooked River
Cozy Cottage on Crooked River
Cottage on Crooked River (87miles of majore waterway)
Cozy Cottage on Crooked River (38 miles of major waterway)

T&J Cozy Cottage on Crooked River - Enjoy a family or romantic getaway Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 74 out of 76 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 76 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 76 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 76 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michael K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great weekend getaway in a central location
Great communication by hosts, check in and out was a breeze. In a great central location between Indian River, Petoskey/Harbor Springs, and Mackinaw City. Arrived to a clean, well stocked home. In the kitchen, lots of pans and plates. Seasoning cabinet well stocked, with some coffee and kuerig pods. Lots of mugs including an ugly one with a block M on it. Bathroom was clean, shower with good water pressure. Only used the master bedroom, but the bed was comfortable and there was plenty of extra bedding for the cooler nights. Outside, the deck was a nice place to enjoy your coffee and read. We used the two kayaks and had a nice cruise. (Water is low so getting in and out was a challenge with the ladder) Check out: some VRBO rentals have pretty extensive lists for checking out. Requirements here were better than average(plates in dishwasher, beddingat the end of the bed, take garbage out). Will say, many of the plates and cups are plastic which makes it challenging to load them all top shelf only. Food in the area: Bob's was decent for lunch. Northwoods surprised us pleasantly with good portions and great food. Vernales, though expensive, is always good for the last night steak and cocktail.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kerri H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent location!
We enjoyed a lovely little getaway here in October for a fall color tour. It was a great location for travel to Mackinaw, Tahquamenon Falls, Whitefish Point, Pictured Rocks and so much more. We brought our dog, Buddy, with us too! He felt right at home and enjoyed laying on his dog bed watching the river.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Prakash K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Alanson river cabin
It was a nice weekend getaway at this place.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mallory C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Life’s better on vacation!
Quick getaway to celebrate our wedding anniversary. The cottage was very clean and cozy. We had a great weekend paddling and kayaking up and down the river. The cottage has a great location near a lot of awesome spots including Petoskey and Legs Inn. We had a beautiful weekend. Thank you!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend Getaway
Such an adorable home. Was perfect for me and my husband and our 2 dogs. Was the best setup for us to bring our boat and just cruise along the river and lakes! We had a winderful stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maggie S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Up North getaway
This cottage was perfect for us. Perfect location to family living in area & close to Petoskey without being in the main busy section. Burt lake nearby! Location, location, location……this is it! And the porch facing crooked river with beautiful scenery. Peaceful & relaxing! TY
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bridgette F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Girls retreat
We had a blast relaxing at the cottage!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristy B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect cottge
This cottage had everything we needed and more. Super comfy and clean! We appreciated the added little touches and felt totally at home. It was excactly what we needed for a quick family snowboarding trip and we'd love to come back to experience it in the summer months as well. Exceptional property!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy Cottage on River
We were skiing at Nubs Nob for the holiday weekend. The cottage was 15 minutes away so it worked out well. The communication with the property owners was great. We definitely would consider a return visit for sure!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

George B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent Way to Start 2024
Stayed at this awesome place NYE 2023 (Dec 31 – Jan 2, 2024) with my GF. Views of the river's wildlife complemented the interior’s holiday décor. The area has numerous attractions during the winter – including downhill skiing, snowshoeing and ice fishing. We had a lovely time. Highly recommend during the winter/cold months.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sara R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Holiday Retreat
We absolutely LOVE the Cozy Cottage♡♡ This has become our family tradition over Thanksgiving. We look forward to this hidden gem. It's set back on the water. Perfect getaway to relax and unwind and a perfect location for day outings. The house is always prestine and stocked with all amenities and more. We love our morning walks and coffee and so do our pups! Tamara & Jason are great hosts. Very welcoming and helpful! This will always be a place we look forward to going to as a family. Highly recommend any time of year!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful
It was absolutely perfect
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mellisa K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing River front cottage
We had such a nice stay. Perfect location to all surrounding larger towns. Very clean cottage and very helpful and responsive hosts! We will definitely return.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

James S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing Peaceful 😊
Clean and very comfortable and a Great View!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Molly W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful cottage and location!
We decided to stay at the cozy cottage based on the beautiful photos with the listing. When we got to the cottage we were very pleased to find that the cottage was even cuter than the photos showed! It had everything we needed for our 3 day stay and the backyard was the perfect spot to relax in the late afternoon after sightseeing all day. It was very clean and comfortable. The owners also knew we were celebrating our honeymoon and left us some chocolate and Prosecco which we found to be so thoughtful. Highly recommend this place for your stay! We hope to come back one day to further explore the beautiful area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robyn C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Cottage
Tamara and Jason are the perfect hosts! The cottage was extremely clean and well stocked with all the essentials and more. They even provided a wonderful bottle of wine on arrival. The location was an easy drive to Petoskey, Harbor Springs and the ferry to Mackinac Island. I loved being able to watch all the boats pass the cottage on Crooked River. Very peaceful. I would definitely stay here again. Such a gem!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jenn P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Place to Relax!
This truly was a cozy cottage. It was clean, cute, and had everything we needed. Tammy was communicative through the process and it was the perfect location - it felt like it was close to everything! We went up to do some hiking and it was the perfect spot to come back to and relax in the evening. We didn't get to utilize the deck as much as we hoped because the weather was too cold, but i imagine in the summer it is the perfect hang out spot. The bed was comfy, the water pressure in the shower was great, and we thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katelynn M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Anniversary Trip
We had a great time here! Cute and comfortable cabin! The river was calm and sitting on the back deck was wonderful. The boat ride to the connecting lakes was a little longer than expected, but still a lovely location and took nothing away from the cabin and the experience here.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Beth Ann B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Get Away
House was nice and great location for up North day trips.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrea M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy Cottage
This was the perfect quite little get away. The cottage was clean and very well stocked. We enjoyed our time hear and hope to visit again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Stay at Crooked River
Our first time with VRBO and it worked out great for us. Hosts were excellent and so was the cabin. Thanks again!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karen S., Clinton twp, Michigan

Liked: Cleanliness
Adorable Cottage
The cottage was adorable, very clean and provided everything you need for a great stay. You really don't have to bring anything except your clothes and food. The beds were extremely comfortable with really soft sheets, which made for a great night sleep. We loved how close it was to Petoskey and Mackinac. We will definitely plan on staying again. Thank you, Tammy and Jason for opening up your cottage to us.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mona n Tony S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Adorable cottage
Our stay at your cottage was very good. Had everything we needed for the week. Thank you for letting us stay there.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michelle W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy cottage getaway
Cozy, clean, quiet and close to Petoskey. This little cottage was just the spot we needed for a girl’s getaway. Tamara is so kind and was so helpful. Their was an issue with the lock box before we even arrived and she called to let us know & she took care of it. She also gave us great recommendations for dining options in Petoskey. The beds were super comfy and the sheets were the softest I’d ever slept on! The cottage, deck and yard area are very clean and tidy. 100% satisfied with our choice.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kristy K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful and pretty view
Peaceful setting! Nice view of river while sitting in the back of house. Loved the setup of house - perfect for our needs. Clean! In the middle of all the good places to visit and bike: Harbor Springs, Charlevoix and Petoskey. Really enjoyed our stay! Highly recommend.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022