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Newly Renovated Cute Cottage on Crooked Lake - aka, Baby Bear

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Property grounds
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Property grounds
Newly Renovated Cute Cottage on Crooked Lake - aka, Baby Bear provides amenities like a firepit and laundry facilities. Adventurous travelers may like the boating and kayaking at this cottage. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 684 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen

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About this property

Entire place

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

Newly Renovated Cute Cottage on Crooked Lake - aka, Baby Bear

This cottage has it's own dock, a newly added metal roof with skylights, and includes a canoe with the rental. Beautiful 600 sq/ft Trex deck built in the trees high above the lake. Large 2 acre lot, so lots of privacy.

Rental includes 5 watercraft at no additional charge. The breakdown is 2 kayaks, 2 fishing boats, and 1 canoe. The 8 ft fishing boat includes an electric motor. No mixing of oil/gas just charge it as needed.

This cottage is next door to the larger Atlanta house., Papa Bear. Great for family re-unions or large groups. Papa Bear will be available for rent from Memorial Day to Labor Day.

Located on Crooked Lake which is a no-wake lake, i.e., no jet ski's or fast boats. Great for fishing, canoeing and swimming! The house sits high on a hill overlooking the lake.

Sleeper sofa and inflatable mattress sleeps up to 6 people total. Master bedroom has a queen size bed. Fireplace, fire pit and a deck overlooking the lake. Water craft included at no extra charge.

Include all dished, pots and pans, linens, and towels.

Newly redone bathroom with a jet tub, all new fixtures, new window and drywall. Very clean, light and modern.

New wood flooring, new 49" HDTV TV, additional 38" HDTV for DVD's, 20 or so DVD to watch.

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Dock
  • Firepit
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Printer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Boat
  • Kayak
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

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

General

  • Unit size: 900 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Check out is 11:00
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)
Note from host: There is a $50 pet fee. ABSOLUTELY NO PIT-BULLS

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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

Property is also known as

Cute On Crooked Aka, Baby Bear
Cute Cottage on Crooked Lake Aka Baby Bear
Cute Cottage on Crooked Lake - aka, Baby Bear Cottage
Cute Cottage on Crooked Lake - aka, Baby Bear Atlanta
Cute (Pet friendly) Cottage on Crooked Lake aka Baby Bear
Cute Cottage on Crooked Lake - aka, Baby Bear Cottage Atlanta

About the neighborhood

Map
MI, Atlanta

What's nearby

  • Clear Lake State Park - 18 min drive - 22.4 km
  • Garland - 38 min drive - 36.1 km
  • West Twin Lake - 41 min drive - 39.4 km
  • Little Bear Lake - 42 min drive - 39.1 km
  • Wild Frontier Fun Park - 47 min drive - 46.9 km

Getting around

  • Alpena, MI (APN-Alpena County Regional) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Burleigh’s Northern Bistro - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Chatter's Bullpen Bar & Grill - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪White Elk Coffee - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Lucky D's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪J.D.'s Pizza Place - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Newly Renovated Cute Cottage on Crooked Lake - aka, Baby Bear pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

What time is check-in at Newly Renovated Cute Cottage on Crooked Lake - aka, Baby Bear ?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Newly Renovated Cute Cottage on Crooked Lake - aka, Baby Bear ?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Newly Renovated Cute Cottage on Crooked Lake - aka, Baby Bear located?

Situated on a lake, this cottage is within 16 mi (25 km) of Clear Lake State Park, Garland, and Omh Montmorency Medical Clinic. West Twin Lake and Brush Creek Mill are also within 20 mi (32 km).

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Newly Renovated Cute Cottage on Crooked Lake - aka, Baby Bear Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 122 out of 146 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 146 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 146 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 146 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 146 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kent I.

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

Crooked Lake

Cabin was what we expected per the website - delightful. Very quiet pond with decent fishing.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas H.

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

Great place!

Excellent place to stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

James C.

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

Getaway

Had a great stay, property was perfect and host was great
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott R.

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

Crooked Lake

Peaceful, relaxing stay. Nice accomodations.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joe D.

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

Little bear

Very clean and peaceful place to stay and unwind whilst enjoying the beauty of lovely lake.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steve M.

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

Pure relaxation

Very quiet and relaxing!!! Perfect getaway for us and the dog!! Will definitely be back!!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike B.

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

MI Trip

This rental was exactly what we had hoped it would be. Beautiful spot on a quiet lake! We loved it!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tammie H.

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

Beautiful view for a peaceful getaway!

The view of water is amazing. Being able to sit outside on the beautiful Trex deck (no splinters) to eat and relax is priceless. The cabin is cute and clean. Anything you could need during your stay is already there.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Kenneth K.

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

Making Memories

Property was beautiful and relaxing!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

David L.

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

Good time

Family vacation
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathy F.

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

Relaxing cabin with a great deck and awesome view

I wish I would've stayed longer. Great location by a quiet lake. Very private. Loved the deck and the cabin felt very homey. I would definitely love to book again. Had a lot of fun
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Martin Z.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful Getaway

We loved it! The view, the deck, the lake and kayaks were big hits. Mark was a great host for a a peaceful getaway.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan H.

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

Comfortable cabin with a beautiful view

We had a very enjoyable and relaxing weekend. The cabin was very clean and comfortable. We especially enjoyed eating on the deck overlooking the water and having a fire down by the lake in the evening. Marc is a very friendly and accommodating host.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl S.

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

Great view of lake

Very nice cottage. The deck was great. The lake was very clear you could see fish and turtles in the water. Watched a loon swim under my kayak. Very nice and relaxing time.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Barbara G.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy

Baby Bear

Beautiful view of the lake. Good fishing. The pictures donot depict the uncomfortable furniture in the house. The deck needed to be cleaned.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ingrid W., St Joseph, USA

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

Relaxing lake adventure

Nice cozy cottage on Crooked Lake.otot boat for fishing, kayaks and a dock. Cottage was just enough for our family of 4.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

tina g.

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

Crooked Lake Getaway

Baby Bear was a wonderful getaway for us. We especially enjoyed meals on the deck, lounging by the fire and cruising around the lake on the boat. Marc was friendly and helpful and made us feel welcome. Although we did some exploring, we were happy to just hang out at the cabin and relax.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emelia S.

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

annual trip

we loved it here! We drove 9 hours from our home, but little baby bear was cozy and felt like we were at home. we definitely recommend it to anyone! It’s beautiful, the lake is amazingly clear. The owner stopped down and talked to us, he was super friendly!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ashley P.

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

Relaxation at its finest

This was in our top 3 most relaxing trips! The cottage was homey and comfortable for the two of us. The deck views are incredible. The lake is so clear and has some incredible fishing! We caught everything from small mouth, large mouth and rock bass to blue gill and pearch. The only downfall is the mosquitos after dark. Bring your bug spray!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

SC400Flawless 6.

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

Paradise

This was just what we needed to unwind. The cabin was perfect, and the lake views were beautiful. Loved hearing the loons in the morning with our morning coffee. Marc was a superb host. We will deffinately be back
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joyce S.

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

Quiet

Water
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sherry S.

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

Little piece of heaven

We were looking for a nice long weekend to unwind and relax… this place was it! The lake was peaceful and beautiful! The view from the property was amazing! Fishing from the dock and boat relaxing! Teaching our youngest pup to “dock dive” so much fun! The cabin has everything you need! Marc is a great host!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

David K.

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

A Great place to unwind

The property was as described with a wonderful deck that overlooks the lake. Marc is an excellent host and will make sure you have everything you need to have a wonderful time!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Julie and Bryce O.

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

Great Getaway at Baby Bear

My husband and I came up for a week of kayak paddling on Crooked Lake, Crooked Creek, AuSable River, etc. We had previously stayed at Papa Bear next door, so we were familiar with the location. We spent a good bit of time on the lovely deck overlooking the lake when we were at the cabin. The queen bed was comfy and the location was so nice and quiet.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laura C.

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

Quiet getaway

What a gem! We were looking for a quiet, cozy getaway and we found it! The lake is crystal clear and the fishing was great! The cabin was clean and just perfect for the 2 of us and our dog! And the coveted gazebo was perfect for listening to the rain!The lake is very calm, perfect for a small boat. The host Mark was so nice and hospitable! Can't wait to come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023