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A Short's Walk - Sandy Lakefront with Spa / Hot Tub and Kayaks!

Lakefront cottage with kitchen and patio

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Welcome to this newly remodeled home on Bass Lake in Elk Rapids, where lakefront living meets trendy charm. Enjoy a private sandy beach, large deck with hot tub, kayaks and bikes for exploring the area. With high-speed Wi-Fi and live streaming TV inside plus a washer/dryer for convenience.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 101356 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen

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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!

Lakefront cottage with kitchen and patio
Access to hot tub, laundry facilities and a garden are available at this smoke-free cottage. Other amenities include gas grills. The cottage has 3 bedrooms and offers free WiFi and a sofa bed. Guests can enjoy a fireplace, and other amenities include a kitchen with a fridge and an oven.
Guest accommodation at this cottage offers fireplaces and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to patios. This accommodation is furnished with sofa beds and dining tables. Kitchens offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils.

This Elk Rapids cottage provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices). Smart televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Recreational amenities at the cottage include Access to hot tub.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Gas grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak

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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,356 square feet

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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 allowed
Service animals are welcome, and 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

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About the area

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Elk Rapids, MI

What's nearby

  • North Beach - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • 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

Frequently asked questions

Is A Short's Walk - Sandy Lakefront with Spa / Hot Tub and Kayaks! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at A Short's Walk - Sandy Lakefront with Spa / Hot Tub and Kayaks!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A Short's Walk - Sandy Lakefront with Spa / Hot Tub and Kayaks!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is A Short's Walk - Sandy Lakefront with Spa / Hot Tub and Kayaks! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is within 1 mi (2 km) of Rotary Park and Lake Michigan. Edward C. Grace Memorial Harbor and Dam Beach are also within 10 minutes.

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A Short's Walk - Sandy Lakefront with Spa / Hot Tub and Kayaks! Reviews

Reviews

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 49 out of 58 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 58 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 58 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 58 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 58 reviews

9.6

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jamie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely property. Nice quiet getaway.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rick R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location can't be beat.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mackenzie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Great spot!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Karen B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good location. Kids had fun kayaking, fishing and swimming.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dustin S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Place

Everything was as advertised and location was great!!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great House

Perfect location for anything you can do in Elk Rapids.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful home and location

Check in process was quick and easy. The house was perfect. Very clean and well stocked. Stunning views and things to do for all ages.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cameron A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome Weekend

Great location with a lot of fun local places for shopping and food, short drive to Traverse City and many other interesting places.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A great vacation destination!

From the beautiful view to the comfy beds to the cleanly hot tub, this place is definitely a spot to return to! All appliances work and were clean, check in process was a breeze, and the grounds were gorgeous.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
For the price, the house was just ok. No AC. Location was very good given location to Lake Michigan beach's and on Bass Lake
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denise G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Elk Rapids family vacation, 2025

Lake front property was perfect for our family. The children enjoyed the lake and had plenty of room to run and play on the property. Hot tub was an extra bonus. The home also worked well for us with the open kitchen and living area. A wonderful trip was had by all!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Delaney D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Clean and beautiful property

House was clean, it’s dog friendly, and had a beautiful view of the lake.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Alexander S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Elk Rapids

The location and house were excellent. Bass lake is nice and quiet, good for kayaking! The Loon platform in the lake nearby is fun to watch from the fire pit but don’t get too close in a kayak. The water from the house in the shower and sinks is incredibly hard which was the only complaint we had on our weekend stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Josh

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfy Beds/ Great Location

Great family time, loved the kayaks and location.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great house!!!

Loved the experience. Was a beautiful setting!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeri L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Girlfriend Time

The house was clean and well equipped. The lake is beautiful, at least from the inside looking out, our weather was a little dicey. 1 full bathroom and 1 with toilet and shower, no sink. Tabitha was great to deal with as needed. Beds were comfortable. Plenty of parking and a great location. Would recommend staying here if you have the opportunity.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Winter Wonderland

We had a fantastic winter getaway here. We came in just before a big snowstorm and watching it through the largo patio windows across the lake was beautiful. The hot tub was perfect for the cold nights. We also enjoyed the large kitchen space.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristen K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful

Beautiful view of the lake! Great location with ease of access to the town. Place was very nice and just right for a getaway.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brianne H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gorgeous getaway!

This was the perfect place for a short getaway from home. The sunrise what absolutely beautiful every morning!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ryan C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Enjoyable place and location

Wife and I enjoyed our stay, tried some ice fishing but they didn’t cooperate very well. Very close to Short’s Brewery(75yards) Tabitha was great to communicate with and very helpful, definitely would stay again
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ed N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great house and stay

We loved it here. Great house, comfy beds. Private beach and kayaks. Perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelli D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet Weekend

We had a great winter weekend away. The house is close to so many hiking spots and other fun day trip activities. You would never know its right of 31!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Had a wonderful weekend

Had a wonderful stay. Tabitha made check in easy. Very comfortable space, clean and great location on the water. Close to many points of interest. Traveled to Charlevoix, Petoskey and Traverse City. Will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Natosha C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful family location!

This is one of our family's favorite spots for the summer! The house was super clean and had everything that we needed for our stay. We can't wait to get back next year!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Location and Fishing

Waking up to the waterview and casting a line in the mornings was wonderful. Lake was warm, and the beaches were close. Elk rapids is a great town.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024