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Smart TV, fireplace, ping pong
Property grounds
Smart TV, fireplace, ping pong
Lake
Terrace/patio

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12309 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Hot tub
    Hot tub
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen

Explore the area

Map
Bellaire, MI
  • Torch Lake
    1 min walk
  • Clam Lake
    12 min walk
  • Clam River
    13 min walk
  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    49 min drive

Room options

About this property

Entire place

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

Fall Colors are coming up! Come relax with us.

Our cottage is a 4 bedroom plus a loft , 3 bathroom, over 100 feet on Torch Lake.
The cottage sleeps 10 people comfortably. $200 per extra person
The master bedroom is on the main floor : One King and one daybed. Also, on main floor is a three season room: One twin day bed-Lake View
Bunk Room: Second floor (above garage) 3 twin beds-no Lake View.
Second Floor Bedrooms-Both Lake view: Large bedroom: 2 Queens ans a Daybed
Other Bedroom: 1 King
and Lake View
Loft: One Pullout, no privacy, lake view.

Views of Torch Lake are breathtaking, especially at sunset. This cottage is for family fun and not adult partying. Quiet time on the lake begins at 10 p.m. We are in a neighborhood with long term residents that respect the quiet and beauty of Torch Lake. The beach, tennis courts, at Sunset Condo's, ARE NOT for guest use. There are multiple public tennis courts in the town of Alden. There is a very small public beach to the south of Sunset Condos.
Our cottage has a very long dock, and multiple water toys. This part of the 'Third Most Beautiful Lake in the World", does have a hard sand bottom that has rocks, bring water shoes. There is a large decking area for dining on the water or staring at the stars and turquoise waters.
The kitchen has ample room for a couple chefs, gas stove and double oven. The location of the cottage is 6 miles to Short's Brewery, one half mile to Dockside, 9 miles to Shanty Creek/Schuss Mountain for skiing and golf!
Please note that we do not offer mooring for boats, DeWitt and Butch's are less than a mile from the cottage and arrangements can be made if resevations are made early enough in the peak season.
During your stay at this cottage, you're just a quick walk from Torch Lake. A water park and a spa tub are available. Enjoy your stay with amenities like a jetted tub and a kitchen in the cottage.
  • Air-conditioned cottage with kitchen, washing machine, and 3 bathrooms
  • Splash around at the water park
  • Onsite recreation includes bike rentals and a playground
  • Steps from Torch Lake and 12 minutes by foot from Clam Lake
This cottage offers its guests a water park and a spa tub. The family-friendly cottage also features barbecue grills and a garden.

This Bellaire cottage is smoke free.

Property manager

Maureen

Languages

English, Italian

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach sunloungers

Pool/Spa

  • A hot tub

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking options include a garage
  • On-site parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Toaster
  • Kitchen island
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Day bed
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bath or shower
  • Jetted
  • Soap
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels provided
  • Toilet paper
  • Shampoo

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Ping pong table

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit
  • Dock

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: No Smoking anywhere on the grounds please!

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • On the waterfront
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Snow sports gear
  • Water sports equipment
  • Boating on site
  • Bike hire on site
  • Golf on site
  • Cycling on site
  • Kayaking on site
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Marina nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Waterskiing nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Water tubing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 3327 sq ft (309 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 32

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 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

  • No pets allowed
  • Note from host: We love them, but so many are allergic to pets.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
This property accepts credit cards
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: To respect neighbors, please observe quiet hours.
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 first aid kit
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.

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Fall Colors are coming up! Come relax with us. Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Sunset Views on Torch Lake
The host Maureen is absolutely wonderful! We were concerned about the weather for our original dates, and she let us modify it to the following long weekend where we had beautiful 80 degree days full of sunshine. We also rented the Pontoon with her local tour guide and we didn't want it to end, it's an absolute must-do! Thank you so much Maureen, my family and I loved it!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

haley s.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing house, amazing host!!
Maureen was an amazing host! It was a beautiful house and we had such a great stay! Highly recommend!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Derrek K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Torch Lake House
5 stars all the way around.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pamela O.

Liked: Cleanliness
First Time at Torch Lake
Absolutely beautiful location and home was a dream! Plan on returning next year! Thank you for the beautiful memories and gorgeous views of the sunset!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay on Sisters Trip
We had a great time on Torch Lake! The house was clean and very comfortable. Maureen was very responsive and thoughtful. We would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sean O.

Liked: Cleanliness
great location, great people
Pics don't do it justice
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tina H., La Jolla, CA USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Spectacular Torch Lake House
Can not express highly enough how comfortable this house was to stay in. Only wished we could have stayed longer.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness
Beware of the property manager
We would NOT recommend you rent this home. The property manager accuses renters of damage that was not caused by them. If you decide to rent, be sure to take lots of pictures of everything as soon as you check in so that you can defend yourself when claims of damage are made. Also, don’t even move one pillow or she will charge you. Finally, make sure you check the garbages as soon as you get there. We were told there are 3 bins of garbage we could use - come to find that all 3 were full when we got there and were never cleared during our stay. There was also old food in the refrigerators - expired Turkey, vegetables, fruits, etc….
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

karisa a.

Liked: Cleanliness
Friends weekend
Had a amazing long weekend At Torch Lake!! Our host Maureen was wonderful and the house is beautiful and very clean with a amazing dock and stunning sunset. Thank you Maureen.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

B H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Memorable Week on Torch
We had a fantastic week on torch lake. Maureen was an amazing host, and was very responsive with any questions we had. The layout of the house worked very well for our family of 6 (and nanny). I highly recommend it.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Derrek K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Torch Lake
5 stars - property is exactly as represented and Maureen is fantastic and very responsive. Shared house with2 families of all ages. Enough space and something for everyone to do. Have stayed multiple times and will continue to return.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lora T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Fun
Rent this house! What an amazing property. Everything we needed and more was at this house. The water is the clearest and most beautiful water I have seen. Great for paddle boarding, swimming and kayaking. For those that like to fish, I would recommend the fishing guide. Maureen the owner was incredibly easy to work with and made sure we were happy. Our family reunion couldn’t have been better!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristina C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful fall visit 10 stars out of 5!!!
Our family had an amazing time at this property. We were there in October for the fall colors, to visit Bellaire and to get out in nature. Waking up to those Torch lake views was perfection. We felt so pampered and lucky every day of our vacation. The home is huge, it’s set up for a group and is thoughtfully stocked with literally anything you may need. The kitchen was amazing, we were happy to stay in and cook. Maureen was an amazing host and has thought of it all for you. Great communication and goes above and beyond. She really cares and we wish we could always rent all properties from her. She gave us great suggestions for activities too. Thank you for a special fall getaway!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Catherine M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing experience!
I can't say enough about how awesome my trip was. The house is perfect for anything from quiet retreat to family get togethers. The view was breath taking. Every day,I had a glass of wine at sunset on the dock listening the the waves, it was pure bliss. Maureen is such a wonderful and thoughtful host, she even connected me with her boat guy to give me a tour of the lake. I highly recommend Ballinagh to anyone looking for an incredible trip to a beautiful place.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Monica A.

Liked: Cleanliness
AMAZING
Maureen is one in a million! If I could rent from her for all vacations she would be my go to person. Extremely responsive, understanding and compassionate to her guests. She went above and beyond to have the renting experience SO smooth and enjoyable. What a beautiful home she has to rent!!! If you are looking for an amazing home on torch lake, look no further! This is top of the line! Extremely clean, cozy, family friendly and gorgeous view!! Thank you SO much Maureen for allowing us to stay in your beautiful home for our weekend away! You made us feel like family!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Maureen G., Northville MI

Liked: Cleanliness
*sunsets*
Wow! Best experience on Torch
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Catherine L., Kaysville

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful, fun filled home!
My family had best time staying here. The cottage was perfect for our large group ranging in ages 10-81. It was comfortable and beautiful and the sunsets were incredible. Having access to kayaks, paddle boards and the boats was a dream. The owner was always available and super helpful. We would definitely come back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joshua B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place for a family vacation
We spent 3 weeks in this beautiful house. We had 4 kids and 6 adults and the house had plenty of room. I’m not much for reviews, but Maureen was very kind and accommodating so I wanted to make sure to post one. Make sure to rent the boat/jet skis. So much easier renting the ones already at the house than having to get them somewhere else. We’re looking forward to many summers on Torch!
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Antonio R.

Liked: Cleanliness
We knew Ballinagh was a place to come back to and it was. Last year was great — this year better.
We had our first experience with the house last year and we loved it. There was little doubt from my family that we weren’t going back — it was unanimous. We cam back=k for 2.0 and it was even better mostly because of the accommodations and constant communication with the owner, Maureen. She made everything seamless and without difficulty. There were many new touches to the property this year that refreshed it and made it look even prettier than it already was. I would highly recommend for couples and families.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tammy K., Lawrence, Mi. USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Aug 2021
We had a fabulous time! Maureen was super helpful and just a text away. The house comfortably slept our 4 adults, 6 teens, and 2 littles. Everything was very clean and tidy. We saw some of the BEST sunsets right from the dock/house. Absolutely beautiful!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

george P., Weatogue

Liked: Cleanliness
Pretty Place
Spectacular waterfront and very nice house. Spacious and well-equipped. Loved the extra amenities like retractable awning for extra shade and generous number and variety of outside seating. Only drawback was we were misinformed that we could park our rental boat on site and had to scramble when we found out there was no mooring. Still, would stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ellen K., Prospect, Ky

Liked: Cleanliness
Celebrating our 60th birthday!
We loved our time at this beautifully decorated home on Lake Torch. The home was clean, the kitchen well stocked, the beds comfortable, and all of the outdoor spaces were equipped with plenty of chairs. The dock had plenty of zero gravity chairs that we enjoyed at all times of the day and night. We loved the water toys, floats, kayaks, and paddle board . Maureen was very informative and responsive. The views were beautiful!!! Thank you Maureen for helping us celebrate our years of friendship in such a special place!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Dave M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Exceptional lake house experience
The lake house is gorgeous, plenty of space for relaxing and hanging out while affording enough space for privacy when needed. The yard set up is terrific, the location on the lake is ideal for accessing a variety of places on the water. The property itself had a pontoon to rent as well as other water crafts, we even rented a larger boat one day which the rental place was within walking distance. Maureen is very attentive making herself available to be helpful with questions for the house or area. All in all, great experience
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

tom P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Maureen’s home
Maureen’s home What is the best day we’ve had in torch lake and we’ve had many
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jessica C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing property! Very helpful and friendly host. Excellent amenities.
Views from this property are fantastic! Boat was a big plus. Only thing that could have improved our stay was a better dishwasher, which I think is currently being fixed. Washed a lot of dishes by hand, so more time in the kitchen cleaning than would have been ideal. But very very pleased and can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021