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Cozy Retreat with Elk Lake Access

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A patio with a table and chairs, a wooden deck, and a view of a grassy area with trees and a house. - Cozy Retreat with Elk Lake Access (Williamsburg)
A grassy area with a wooden fence, trees, and a body of water in the background. - Cozy Retreat with Elk Lake Access (Williamsburg)
A dining area with a wooden table and chairs, a vase with sunflowers, and a large window with curtains. - Cozy Retreat with Elk Lake Access (Williamsburg)
A living room with two sofas, a coffee table, a TV mounted on the wall, and a large window with curtains. - Cozy Retreat with Elk Lake Access (Williamsburg)
A single-story house with a stone foundation, a front porch with a table and chairs, and a red mailbox. - Cozy Retreat with Elk Lake Access (Williamsburg)
Consider a stay at Cozy Retreat with Elk Lake Access and take advantage of golfing on-site, a garden and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

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Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

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About this property

Cozy Retreat with Elk Lake Access

  • Look no further!! This inviting Cottage steps away from your private Elk Lake lot is the best choice for your get away. The Northern Michigan house is located 3.7 miles from Elk Rapids, 8.3 miles from Williamsburg, and 16.2 miles from Traverse City.

    The original charm from the stone foundation to the barn wood feature walls and original wood floors help create a place you will love for relaxation and creating memories. It is the perfect size for 4 people with approximately 1263 square feet of living space and a 266 square foot deck/patio.

    The house has been renovated from top to bottom with new furniture, and appliances including a gas grill on the deck. The cupboards are stocked with dishes, glassware, and silverware for inside or patio dining. There is a selection of cooking pans and it's stocked for at home baking.

    There is one bedroom on the third floor with 2 twin beds, one bedroom on the second floor with one queen bed. The bathroom located on the second floor has a full bathtub and shower. The laundry is also on the second floor equipped with a washer and dryer.

    The kitchen is equipped with stove, refrigerator, microwave, Keurig coffee maker, toaster, blender, dishes, glassware, silverware, pots and pans, and the moveable kitchen island is stocked with everything you need to bake if you wish. There are two dining options, one in the house at a counter height table with seating for six and the table on the deck with seating for four. If you want to grill, there is a gas grill on the patio.

    The living room area has a 50-inch wall mounted TV, a couch, loveseat, coffee table and 2 end tables centered around a cheerful area rug.

    Included with the rental is shared access to our private 50-foot Elk Lake access. It is yours for the week to use at your own risk. There will be 4 chairs and a couple of small tables for your to use at the lake.

    Besides enjoying time at Elk Lake, there are many adventures in our regional area from boating, golfing, wine tasting, breweries, distilleries, farmer’s markets, shopping, horseback riding, and, of course, picking cherries when in season.

    We look forward to your visit!

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About the area

Located in Williamsburg, this cottage is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Shoppers can check out Front Street, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Lake Michigan and Traverse City Beach. Guntzviller's Spirit of the Woods Museum and Music House Museum are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and horse riding. Visit our Williamsburg travel guide
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Williamsburg, MI

What's nearby

  • A night sky with vibrant aurora borealis.
    Elk Lake
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • An aerial view of a turquoise sea with boats anchored near the shore.
    Torch Lake
    20 min drive - 22.1 km
  • A dock with several boats moored alongside, a wooden pier, and buildings in the background.
    Front Street
    23 min drive - 28.1 km
  • Turtle Creek Casino
    13 min drive - 15.8 km
  • Grand Traverse Resort Golf Course
    15 min drive - 17.3 km

Getting around

  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    28 min drive

Restaurants

  • Oasis Tavern
    14 min drive
  • Season's Buffet
    13 min drive
  • Johnny's Torch Riviera
    22 min drive
  • Pearl's New Orleans Kitchen
    9 min drive
  • Coyote Joe's Bar & Grill
    12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cozy Retreat with Elk Lake Access pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Cozy Retreat with Elk Lake Access?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Cozy Retreat with Elk Lake Access?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cozy Retreat with Elk Lake Access?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Cozy Retreat with Elk Lake Access located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from Elk Lake and 3 mi (4.8 km) from Lake Michigan. Guntzviller's Spirit of the Woods Museum and Rotary Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Reviews

Cozy Retreat with Elk Lake Access Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 96 out of 98 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 98 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 98 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 98 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 98 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a delightful spot, nestled between the lake and a cherry orchard. The cottage is clean, solid and quiet. The property is quiet but close to shopping and ice cream! I would absolutely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful Cottage and Location!

Very cozy cottage surrounded my fruit trees and a short walking path to Elk Lake. My kids had a blast swimming and playing here! Overall, a wonderful property with extremely gracious hosts.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay!

We really enjoyed our stay. The property manager was so accommodating and friendly. Our son loved the water access. We will be back! Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cozy Cottage

We felt at home as soon as we pulled in. The cottage is stocked with everything you could possibly need while on vacation. We had great communication from the owners before checking in and throughout our stay. Great location close to shops & restaurants in downtown Elk Rapids.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was spacious and clean, with full kitchen and a wide range of pots and pans, baking sheets, mixing bowls, utensils, etc. Wifi worked well. The location was awesome, just a short walk to Elk Lake, and a short drive to the village of Elk Rapids, plus Traverse City and the whole wonderful area! Lot's of fruit and pie stands along the roads, and orchards everywhere!
view of the house from lakeside
view of Elk Lake from the house
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Views of Elk Lake

Quiet cottage with nice view and access to Elk Lake. Place was clean and spacious. Kitchen was well equipped. Barb was a good host! Thank you,!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely, clean home with great location

We had a great stay at Barb’s home. It started with easy clear communication on the check in process, and we were greeted with snacks and fresh cherries upon arrival. The house is CLEAN, which is a rarity these days and so appreciated. Kitchen is fully stocked, fresh bath and beach towels. Thanks for having us!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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

Serenity abounds at this Cottage setting

The Cottage is very clean with a lake view and lake access. Sitting on the deck while looking at the lake and listening to the wind rustling through the leaves was so serene and relaxing. The Cottage is within minutes of a short car drive to both Elk Rapids and Traverse City for sight seeing trips, shopping or dining out. Enjoyable place to stay. Thank you.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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

Great place on Elk Lake

Loved our stay here over the 4th of July. Cottage is located close to everything we wanted to do (Traverse city, torch lake, elk rapids). Very clean. Fully stocked kitchen. Big field in front of the house was great for kids to play. The lake access is nice, bottom is rocky so suggest water shoes. Host was super nice and even brought us a bucket of fresh cherries from the orchard behind the house. Will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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

An Absolute Delight!

This property is in a great location with easy driving distance to Elk Rapids, Traverse City, restaurants and shopping. The cabin was clean, airy, spacious and full of light. The furnishings and decor were lovely and comfortable. It was well stocked with everything needed for cooking, baking and serving meals. I found my time spent there quiet and peaceful and enjoyed the beauty and access to Elk Lake. Barb and Dennis were kind and gracious hosts quickly responding to any requests. Putting it quite simply, I’m so looking forward to a return visit next year - one of my best vacations.
Stayed 21 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Barb is a great host and her home on Elk Lake is wonderful. We have rented her place the last several summers and it's something we always look forward to. It's a very special place.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
The pictures don’t do it justice. The kitchen and common area are very spacious. The patio and grill area have a nice view of the surrounding properties and lake. It was nice having lake access just a short walk away. The upstairs ceiling is a little low for taller guests, but manageable. Overall, we really enjoyed our stay and would love to come back
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Place!

We had a fantastic stay at this wonderful place
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful spot Great for attending the horse show & sight seeing
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute cottage like house on Elk lake. Perfect for our family. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful Place

Enjoyed our stay. We will be booking this one again,
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I loved this place! Super convenient to the horse show and to Elk Rapids. Absolutely immaculate, lovely furnishings, and Barb was a wonderful hostess.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Met our needs for a northern MI vacation

Met our needs for a northern MI vacation
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location...cherry farm and lake location very quiet...

Easy booking,, and great communication with property owner... nice people... close to many locations for boating,, hiking,,or just hanging out.great clean place....
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful Cottage

Barbara was a fantastic host and the property was perfect for our weekend getaway! Nestled in the cherry orchards with views of Elk Lake, we’ll surely add to our list of places to return.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Very nice clean and cozy
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place was perfect for my weekend away. It’s very peaceful and clean. Barb was a great host and I loved hearing about the history of the property and surrounding area. I definitely hope to come back!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful Stay!

I really enjoyed staying at this cottage set amongst cherry trees with a view of the lake. The cottage is well equipped, very clean, quiet, and comfortable. The hosts are very responsive and have thought of all the details to make your stay a success.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great time at the lake

We had a really nice stay at the cottage and loved the access to the water. There are tons of great things to do in the area (especially for young children) and the cottage is in a great location. We would visit again!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Absolutely dreamy

Everything about this place is amazing, Barb is a phenomenal host. You won’t regret booking here.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023