Vacation rentals with outdoor seating in Kalkaska County

We couldn’t have asked for a better fall weekend up north. The colors were fabulous and the lake was gorgeous. Ben and Alessia’s cottage is wonderful and has a prime location on the lake. They had all amenities that we could ask for in the cottage. All the beds were very comfortable and the living room is cozy. The fire pit outside was great to have a bonfire too. Everything was so nice and clean and there was easy access to whatever we needed. We had no complaints about anything and would highly recommend this house to anyone looking for a great vacation up north!

Sarah is so kind to offer late checkout, which helps us a lot due to the late arrival from a car accident. The place is so nice and good view and access to the lakeside, we had a good morning time. And the kids enjoyed a lot the different kinds of toys. It’s a place I would be recommended to my friends.

We love staying at Ashley’s houses! Awesome location for torch lake and great clean houses with room for a good size group!

Jillian was a wonderful host and very responsive. She was accommodating to all of our needs and gave us great local recommendations and flexible check in/check out times.

The house was very well furnished, yard was perfect for a nightly bonfire with friends and family. Close enough to town where you could easily get groceries, fuel, or simple go out to eat with no worry about it being a long drive. The house was located perfectly around multiple trailheads for ORV riding (within 20 mins). The only thing that I can say that was a downside to the rental was the amount of kitchenware. For a cabin that sleeps 10, there were limited plates, bowls, mixing bowls, and utensils.

Everything as pictured and described. We fit comfortably with plenty of room. Great location, close to everything. Host was easy to communicate with and friendly. Awesome gameroom for kids. Mother in law suite smelled a little musty, and also no closets or dressers in there for ur clothes. It would be nice if there was at least 1 dresser. But worked for what we needed.

Great place for the family. Plenty of things to do at the house. Also not too far from Traverse City or Boyne Mountain. Would definitely stay here again!!

Perfect place for three generations of our family to stay during a summer family reunion! Nicely renovated with lovely decor. So comfortable with lots of space. We enjoyed the deck off of the dining and living room, as well as the fire pit. Nice to be able to put our vehicles in the garage when it was raining too!

This is the second time I’ve stayed here and I enjoyed this visit as much as the first. Extremely friendly hosts, beautiful surroundings, quiet and peaceful. Exactly what I was looking for. I will stay again for sure.

It was a beautiful setting. Attached to the winery but on the back side so we had privacy too.

This truly was a little slice of heaven! The outdoor landscaping and view of the lake was incredible. Angela was an amazing host giving us great recommendations and making us feel right at home. It's a perfect spot to check out all the great wineries the Leelanau Peninsula has to offer, but also a quick drive to downtown Traverse City. Would highly recommend!

Lovely place RIGHT on the lake. My husband and I went for a date weekend of ice fishing and relaxation. Yes-it was a perfect spot to walk out and fish despite the quantities of snow! Restaurants all right there in walking distance- hours are different than what is on menus or online so be aware. Very clean and cozy place that was spacious and warm. We will definitely keep it on our list for the future!

My husband and I enjoyed a weekend away at Paula's unique property. We ate at a few of the restaurants; it was nice having multiple options nearby. We went hiking and explored the beautiful grounds. We also enjoyed some time on the porch. I would definitely stay at Paula's place again!

A lovely, comfy space in the perfect location. It is clean, cozy and convenient. Highly recommended! I was very pleased with my stay and look forward to another stay here in the future.

I couldn't have been happier with my stay at Stacey's. there's so much care to make sure you are as comfortable as possible. the noise machines and individual rooms A/C was like a dream. I traveled with my older mother who isn't as able bodied as she use to be and I didn't have to worry about her falling in the shower or not being able to get on and off the furniture. this place was also so close to everything! if it has been into the warmer season it would have been perfect for a beach lover!

We were in town for the Bayshore Half Marathon and initially expected a group of five, but it ended up being just two couples. The condo was perfect for our group! The parking was clearly marked, and we had the place to ourselves. It was easy to access, and we even tried out the elevator. At first, we weren’t sure which building was ours since there are several nearby, but once we got our bearings, everything was smooth. The location truly can’t be beat — we were able to walk to almost everything! The views are absolutely stunning. I only wish we had better weather so we could have spent more time outside enjoying them. The condo itself was clean and comfortable, with just the right amount of space for the four of us. Having two bathrooms, a cozy living area, and separated sleeping spaces made our stay really comfortable. We’d love the chance to stay here again in the future!

We enjoyed our stay, very comfortable and clean. We were able to check in once the cleaning crew was finished...that was appreciated.

It was better than expected. The place was clean, amenities were thoughtful. Everything we needed was there. The host definitely had the guests best interest in mind. . Very pleased. 5 star host for sure.

Jaime was so helpful throughout our stay! Great neighborhood and easily walkable to restaurants and the lake! Had to unfortunately leave early, but everything was perfect!

The host are great and friendly, provided clear instructions and proactive communication. The unit is clean and comfortable with a great view. We had a thunderstorm roll in one night and saw some amazing lightning over Lake Michigan. Shanty Creek has some fantastic golf courses and amentienes. Had some delicious food in local spots in Bellaire and Mancelona. 30 min drive to Traverse City with tons of local lakes and parks nearby, can't beat the location. Would for sure look to book this place again.

There’s something magical about Shanty Creek. It’s our little escape each year, and this visit was just what we needed. Mornings with coffee, evenings with sunsets—those peaceful balcony views never get old. The space is cozy, calm, and always feels like a gentle pause from the world. It gave us room to breathe, rest, and just be. Cheryl was a fantastic host who communicated with perfect detail and the space was our perfect getaway. We are already dreaming of next year’s visit!

Clean place and easy to get to town. It is a perfect location.

Beautiful view of the bay. They should destroy the pool house - it's been too many years for it to still be standing after what happened. I was shocked to learn this is where I had booked. Outside of the horrific history - it's beautiful, but it haunted me the entire stay.

We had a wonderful weekend away! Cheryl’s recommendations were so helpful! We enjoyed the area and had a peaceful stay.