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Rapid River Retreat Cottage - 3 Bed, 2 Bath, 2.5 acres, & Hot Tub

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Outdoor spa tub
Exterior
Interior
Smart TV, DVD player
Smart TV, DVD player

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathrooms112 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Hot tub
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Mancelona, MI
  • Schuss Mountain
  • Torch Lake Park
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Torch Lake
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪53 min drive‬

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About the area

Mancelona

Located in Mancelona, this vacation home is in a rural location, within a 15-minute drive of Twin Birch Golf Course and Grass River Natural Area. .This vacation home is 8 mi (12.8 km) from Torch Lake and 8 mi (12.8 km) from Torch Lake Park.
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What's nearby

  • Torch Lake Park - 19 min drive - 15.9 km
  • Grass River Natural Area - 20 min drive - 11.9 km
  • Torch Lake - 20 min drive - 14.5 km
  • Clam Lake - 28 min drive - 13.7 km
  • Lake Bellaire - 40 min drive - 32.1 km

Getting around

  • Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Hens Den - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Casa Nueva - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Roadhouse Saloon - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Kritters Hide Away - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪The Iron Skillet - ‬9 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.

Rapid River Retreat Cottage - 3 Bed, 2 Bath, 2.5 acres, & Hot Tub

Wooded Retreat w/ Hot Tub, King Suite, Trailer Parking — Near Torch Lake & Shanty Creek

Unwind at this peaceful 3-bedroom, 2-bath ranch tucked away on 2.5 wooded acres—ideal for families, couples, and outdoor adventurers. Located in the heart of Northern Michigan, you’re just minutes from lakes, trails, ski slopes, wineries, and charming small towns.

🛏️ Primary Suite – King bed + private soaker tub
📺 Roku TVs – In all bedrooms + living room
🔥 Hot tub under the stars + fire pit for s’mores
🚐 Trailer-friendly parking – Bring your boat, ATV, or snowmobiles
🌲 Private, peaceful lot with space to explore and relax

🛶 Torch Lake – 12 min
🎿 Shanty Creek Resort (Golf/Ski) – 18 min
🏖️ Elk Rapids Beach – 28 min
🏜️ Sleeping Bear Dunes – 1 hr
🍷 Wineries, breweries & trails – all close by

Whether you’re boating in summer, skiing in winter, or just soaking in the hot tub after a day of adventure, this cozy Northern Michigan home is your perfect basecamp.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private patio. A Smart television and a DVD player are provided for your entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
Enjoy the recreation opportunities such as a hot tub or make use of other amenities including barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Ski lift privileges
  • Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 4 steps to reach entrance
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Single level property
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Ski lift privileges
  • Water sports equipment
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching 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
  • Sailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters
  • Unit size: 1,200 square feet
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Lock the doors and return the keys
Checkout by 11am so our cleaners can provide the same wonderful experience for our next guest. Please leave our space just how you found it.
•Bedding can stay on beds •Wash dishes before leaving •Remove your items from fridge •Check to ensure you're not leaving anything behind.
Please leave us a review and tell us and our future guests how awesome our property was during your stay! Thank you!

Pets

Pets not allowed

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
Long-term renters welcome
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, a first aid kit, 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