At this cottage you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of Lake Michigan and Rotary Park. .Accommodation features a washing machine, free WiFi and 1.5 bathrooms. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A fireplace, a patio and a sofa bed are also available.
Elk Rapids District Library - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
Historic Elk Rapids Town Hall - 16 min walk - 1.3 km
Elk Lake - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
Elk Rapids Golf Club - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
Getting around
Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 24 min drive
Restaurants
Oasis Tavern - 7 min drive
Pearl's New Orleans Kitchen - 17 min walk
The Dam Shop - 15 min walk
Johnny's Torch Riviera - 15 min drive
Jolly Pumpkin - 38 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.
A Short's Walk - Sandy Lakefront with Spa / Hot Tub and Kayaks!
A Short's Walk is a gorgeous newly remodeled home right on Bass Lake in hip and trendy Elk Rapids! It includes a private sandy lakefront, large lakefront deck, NEW YEAR-ROUND SPA / HOT TUB, 2 kayaks, 2 bikes, a bonfire ring, a 1-car garage, and a gas grill. Plus high-speed Wi-Fi and live streaming television! Gorgeous lakeviews from inside! Grassy yard for kids. Washer and dryer. Also just a short approx. 150 yard walk from the famous Short's Brewery where you can drink and relax!
NEIGHBORHOOD:
The home is just outside of downtown Elk Rapids on Bass Lake. It is very close (approx. 150 yards) from the famous Short's Brewery in Elk Rapids, where you can dine and enjoy Short's famous beers. It's just a short drive (less than 5 minutes) to downtown Elk Rapids, which has a fun collection of shops, restaurants, cafes, and bars. There's also a very nice beach on Lake Michigan at the end of the downtown area.
Outside of Elk Rapids, the cottage is close to the famous Torch Lake, Traverse City, Charlevoix, and Petoskey, all of which provide a myriad of things to do and see.
GUEST ACCESS:
Guests have access to the entire house, including the garage.
PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING:
(1) HOT TUB: To keep the hot tub clean, smoking of any kind is strictly prohibited while in the hot tub. If the hot tub is left excessively dirty, guests will be charged for draining, cleaning, and refilling the hot tub.
(2) FIREPLACE: Please note that guests are not permitted to use the indoor wood fireplace.
(3) PET POLICY: Up to 2 dogs are permitted at the property. If bringing 1 to 2 dogs, please make certain that they are included on the reservation and that the pet fee is appropriately paid. More than 3 dogs is strictly prohibited and any pets other than dogs are also strictly prohibited.
(4) AIR CONDITIONING: Please note that the property does NOT have air conditioning. As such, it may get warm in the house during the summer if it is warm outside.
(5) NUMBER OF GUESTS: Please note that our pricing is based upon the number of guests, with pricing being higher with each additional guest that is included on the reservation. Please make certain that the correct number of guests is specified on the reservation so that the pricing is correct.
(6) EARLY CHECK-IN: Our policy is to allow early check-in on the day of arrival if the property is available for check-in. We will not know until the day before arrival whether or not the property will be available for early check-in or not. You can check with our local property manager the day before arrival or on your arrival day to see if the property will be available for early check-in or not.
(7) LATE CHECK-OUT: We maintain a very strict and structured cleaning schedule. As such, late check-outs are strictly prohibited.
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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
Fire extinguisher
General
Garden
Unit size: 1,356 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
Pets are welcome
Service animals are exempt from fees.
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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation.
Property is also known as
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Frequently asked questions
Are there any beaches close to A Short's Walk - Sandy Lakefront with Spa / Hot Tub and Kayaks!?
Yep, A Short's Walk - Sandy Lakefront with Spa / Hot Tub and Kayaks! is a short 9-minute walk from North Beach.
Does A Short's Walk - Sandy Lakefront with Spa / Hot Tub and Kayaks! have a pool?
No, this cottage doesn't have a pool.
What makes A Short's Walk - Sandy Lakefront with Spa / Hot Tub and Kayaks! a romantic place to stay?
1 hot tub, fireplaces, and private patios all help set the scene for a sizzling getaway at A Short's Walk - Sandy Lakefront with Spa / Hot Tub and Kayaks!.
Is there a private hot tub at A Short's Walk - Sandy Lakefront with Spa / Hot Tub and Kayaks!?
Yep, there is a hot tub.
Is there a free airport shuttle available at A Short's Walk - Sandy Lakefront with Spa / Hot Tub and Kayaks!?
No, A Short's Walk - Sandy Lakefront with Spa / Hot Tub and Kayaks! does not offer an airport shuttle service.
What time are check-in & check-out at A Short's Walk - Sandy Lakefront with Spa / Hot Tub and Kayaks!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.