Escape to Crooked Springs Cottage! Nestled on Crooked Lake in Alanson, this cozy retreat is just 10 minutes from Petoskey and 25 minutes from Mackinaw City. Enjoy lake views, swimming, grilling, campfires, falls colors and exploring Northern Michigan. Book now for unforgettable memories! The space Cottage on Crooked Lake in Alanson, MI 4738 Oden Road Alanson, MI 49706 ~HOME HIGHLIGHTS~ ✓ 83 feet of lakefront with Dock, Firepit, Grill and Spacious Backyard ✓ Artesian Fresh Spring Water in Backyard ✓ 3 Bedrooms; 1 King, 1 Queen, 1 Twin Futon with additional cots for sleeping ✓ Washer & Dryer (Detergent & Dryer Sheets Provided) ✓ Air Conditioning + Heat ✓ Fast WiFi (592 Mbps) ✓ Smart TV & Roku ✓ Board games ✓ Pack N' Play with sheets & high-chair ✓ 2 Paddleboards w/ life vests (for rent) ✓ Lilly Pad Floating Mat (for rent) ROOM BY ROOM: ~RELAXED LIVING AREA~ Guests can comfortably relax and unwind in the bright, inviting, open-concept space. Enjoy the room by streaming your favorite shows on the TV or simply having quality time with friends and family. ~FULLY EQUIPPED KITCHEN & DINING~ The kitchen is fully equipped with a range of essential amenities: Appliances, coffee & machine, dishwasher, and a comprehensive set of pots and pans, among other cooking basics including blender and rice booker. Six guests can comfortably gather at the large dining table and can pull up additional chairs. ~3 COZY BEDROOMS~ Each of the three bedrooms is fully furnished with comfortable beds, fresh linens, and plenty of storage to ensure everyone enjoys a restful night's sleep. The master bedroom has a King Bed with an additional cot, the second bedroom has a queen bed with an additinal cot and the 3rd bedroom has a twin futon with an additional TV in the room. ~THE BATHROOM~ All bathrooms offer premium toiletries including toilet paper, hair dryer and more. ~THE OUTDOOR SPACE~ Enjoy the private dock and large backyard with over 83 feet of lake frontage. You can fish, grill, enjoy a fire or amazing views of the lake and Oden Island across. ~NEARBY SIGHTS & ATTRACTIONS~ ✓ Downtown Harbor Springs (9.4miles): A breath of fresh air. Charming shops, unique restaurants, waterfront parks, beautiful beaches, year-round activities and warm locals! ✓ Downtown Petoskey (8.7 miles): A shopping area for more than 100 years, this district is bursting with independent shops, boutiques, and galleries. ✓ Mackinaw City (27 miles): Located at the tip of Michigan's Lower Peninsula, the town offers stunning views of Lake Huron and the Mackinac Bridge. ✓ Nubs Nobs Ski Resort (8.9 miles) Nub's Nob is a ski and snowboard area and resort located on the north side of Little Traverse Bay. ✓ Boyne Highland Ski Resorts (9.6 miles): Family-owned Ski Resort ✓ Petoskey State Park (Lake Michigan – 5.4 miles): Beautiful beach along Lake Michigan, two modern campgrounds and trails ✓ Tunnel of Trees (20 miles): The historic M-119 scenic route for Fall Colors Transportation & Convenience ✓ Olsen’s (Grocery Store) ~ADDITIONAL RENTALS~ Lilly Pad Floating Mat - $150 per week or $25 per day 2 Paddleboards total - $130 per week or $35 per day Guest access The Cottage is exclusively yours with no sharing with other guests. Enjoy unrestricted access to the lake, backyard and entire house. Other things to note ~ Parties are NOT permitted onthe cottage. ~ No Pets are allowed. ~ Additional house keeping services can be arranged. ~ Infants and children are welcome ~ We're committed to your satisfaction and comfort. Please message with any questions. ~ Garbage pickup occurs on Wednesday mornings by 8 a.m. To ensure your waste is collected, please place the garbage bin at the end of the driveway by Tuesday evening.