Holiday rentals with lake access in Kalkaska County

Bear Lake Cottage: Capture Fall’s Magic!

Nestled near the serene Bear Lake in northwestern Michigan, Bear Lake Cottage offers a cozy retreat for up to six guests across two bedrooms and one bathroom. This charming home is not only pet-friendly, accommodating one small dog under 20 lbs, but it is also open year-round, makin it a perfect getaway regardless of the season. While no A/C Just a short stroll from the cottage, guests can enjoy easy access to Bear Lake's public beach. Adventure enthusiasts will appreciate the ATV/ORV trailhead.

Classic Northern Michigan Cabin

Relax with the family or a group of hunting and fishing buddies. Just off Bear Lake and 5 minutes from the Manistee River. Loads of public land everywhere. Newly remodeled kitchen, living, and dining rooms 2024! Less than a mile from ATV/Snowmobile Trails, the Whistlepig Lodge boasts over an acre and a half to sprawl out and a super clean space to hang out or to just use as base camp for your outdoor adventures. Great restaurants within a mile and the town of Grayling is just 15 minutes away!

Cozy Private Lakefront Cottage

Enjoy a quiet & peaceful getaway at this newly renovated cottage on Crawford Lake! Bring your boat, ORV vehicles, or snowmobiles. This cottage is the perfect launching pad for family fun surrounded by all the main ORV trailheads. Outfitter just down the road to float the Manistee river and a short drive to Traverse City. Incredible sunset views can be caught by the fire on the lake or in a brand new screened in porch. Fireplace, fast WiFi, grill, kayaks, bikes, ceiling fans, fire pit & more.

Jack’s Place

Welcome to Jack's Place! This fully renovated cottage is located just outside of Kalkaska. It shares beach access to our sandy Manistee Lake and is located in a quaint cottage community. ORV's/Snowmobiles are welcome as trail systems are easily accessible from your front door. Parking for 3 vehicles and a truck/trailer combination. Main floor is open concept that leads to a wrap around deck with BBQ gas grill. The basement is finished with two twin beds, futon, pool table. Laundry room.

North Blue Lake Escape - A Waterfront Oasis

Come stay away at N Blue Lake with over 50 ft of lake frontage & private dock, boat launch 1/4 mi from the property. Year-round fishing in abundance. Less than 1/4 mile to access Blue Bear Trails & Kalkaska Co. ORV and hiking trails. Visit nearby Hartwick Pines. We are also a short drive to Traverse City, or Schuss or Boyne Mountain for skiing or golfing to experience all things Pure Michigan! Other golfing and canoeing available within just 15 minutes. See more @up_northbluelakeescape !

Hot Tub/Game Room/Pool Table/Lake Views!

🛶 3 Kayaks, 1 paddleboard included (available end of May-Mid September) 🚤 22 ft Sylvan Pontoon (seats up to 15 people) is available for rent $200/day or $1100/week. The pontoon must be rented for the entire duration of your stay (available end of May-Mid September) 🕹Game room w/ 4 Person Arcade Machine with over 5,000 Arcade Games, Pac Man & Nintendo WII 🏖 Public beach access (opposite side of lake. Can access via car, boat or kayak) 🌊 2 ladders on dock for easy lake access

True Up North Lake Front Cottage

Perfectly located 3 bedroom cottage on East Lake. Quiet lake surrounded by beauty. Cottage comes fully equipped with outdoor shower, fire pit, gazebo, kayaks, movie room and finished garage. 30 minutes outside of Traverse City and centrally located to some of the best destinations of Northern Michigan. Hiking trails, Off road trails, Torch Lake, snowmobile trails, restaurants, Manistee River, ski destinations, golfing, and more is located within driving distance. Book your stay!

Lake! Hot Tub | Fire Pit | Kayak

• Lakefront!! Peaceful Perch Lake (no-wake, no gas motor) • Adventures: Wineries, Sleeping Bear Dunes, Golf, Skiing • Fire pit, hot tub, screened deck with amazing lake views! • 4 Kayaks, 2 paddle boards, 4 inflatable river tubes, large dock • Game room: shuffle board, electric dart board, smart tv, board games • Updated interior - 3 bedrooms, 5 beds + sleeper futon • Gas grill • Work remotely - Good wifi! • Sparkling clean & modern • Great fishing • 22 miles E of Traverse City

Lazy on the Lake

Come up north and enjoy the peaceful, laid back feel of country living.  Wake up early and go down to the dock, enjoy a cup of coffee and watch the sun rise over the lake. Traverse City is 20 minutes away where you have the national cherry festival, fine dining, casinos, and world class winery's with beautiful views of the bay. Orv trails abound, and in the winter, this year round cabin is in the heart of the snow belt with some of the best snowmobiling in the lower peninsula.