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

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Exterior
1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets
TV, fireplace, DVD player, video library
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 684 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Pet friendly
    Pet friendly
  • Outdoor Space
    Outdoor Space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen

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 manager

MARC H EDWARDS

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Pool/Spa

  • Spa 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
  • Jetted bathtub
  • 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

  • Coin laundry
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Printer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • 2 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Boat
  • Kayak
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling 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

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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

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Note from host: There is a $50 pet fee. ABSOLUTELY NO PIT-BULLS

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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 - 16 min drive
  • Garland - 31 min drive
  • Little Bear Lake - 38 min drive
  • Gaylord Discovery Center - 55 min drive
  • Hartwick Pines State Park - 79 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Chatter's Bullpen Bar & Grill - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Lucky D's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Baklava Shop - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Elk Crossing Cafe - ‬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?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

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).

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

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 113 out of 132 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 132 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 132 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 132 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 132 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Thomas H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place!
Excellent place to stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathy F.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

10/10 Excellent

Scott R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Crooked Lake
Peaceful, relaxing stay. Nice accomodations.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Barbara G.

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

Mike B.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

6/10 Okay

Joshua H.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Crooked Lake cabin
The current condition of the property is not what it is in the VRBO description. It needs a deep clean and some maintenance. We were greeted with a large bag of trash when we opened the front door. The bathroom was dirty and needed cleaned. Fortunately, there was some cleaning supplies available, so we cleaned. There was dirty laundry on the floor and in the washer/dryer we had to finish. The description of cabin states "sleeps six", but there was only one queen bed and two futon couches that together would accommodate 4 at the most. The grounds had not been mowed for weeks and landscaping unattended. I located a leaf blower in a shed and used to clean off the deck/chairs (covered in pine needles/leaves) There were two kayaks and a small jon boat with motor. We had to drain/empty rainwater out of all 3. The PFD's were all dirty/moldy from being left outside. Fortunately, I located some dry ones in the shed along with a couple paddles. The dock is in very poor shape and should be replaced (surprised it did not collapse). There was no anchor for the boat which made it difficult to fish from without drifting toward shore. The fishing was also poor which was the main reason we wanted to stay there. Despite these issues, I believe there is potential to make this a great cabin, but it needs managed and maintained.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Katherine R.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Quaint cabin
When we arrived it was very easy check in. We liked that it had all of the amenities that we needed and more. I wasn’t able to contact the host in regards to a few suggestions. My small dog was able to climb under the futons where she found multiple m&ms and ended up ingesting them. We proceeded to pull back the futon and vacuumed underneath where we found many more food items. I did email the host but with no response. The dock was nice to fish off of and swim. Very beautiful piece of property.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashley P.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Joyce S., Brockway, Michigan

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet
Water
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl S.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

10/10 Excellent

Susan H.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Theresa C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Private, quiet and peaceful
Very private, quiet and peaceful location. It rained most of our stay, but the lake and leaves were so pretty. We had games, puzzles and lots of channels on the rain days. The manager was very friendly and even left us a little gift when we arrived. We really did have everything thing we needed except for food. Thanks for a wonderful visit.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sherry S.

Liked: Cleanliness
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 L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Good time
Family vacation
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christopher C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fishing Cabin
Everything went great and the fishing was phenomenal. Definitely some of the best largemouth, small mouth, and pike fishing that I've had on smaller lakes up north. The fishing boat with a small gas engine was a nice touch and worked great for getting around the lake. The welcome bag of wine, meat, and cheese was great as well. The deck was a perfect place to eat meals and perfect having both a gas and charcoal grill on the deck available for grilling. Would definitely come back in a heartbeat!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

SC400Flawless 6.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

8/10 Good

Kenneth K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Making Memories
Property was beautiful and relaxing!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ingrid W., St Joseph, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
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

David K.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Martin Z.

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

Joe D.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Emelia S.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Susan C.

Liked: Cleanliness
A perfect, peaceful getaway!
We enjoyed a lovely, peaceful week at Baby Bear and are already looking forward to our next visit. Having the kayaks and direct lake access was a really nice bonus as we went out almost everyday. The cabin is well appointed but with the amazing deck, you won't be inside much. If we weren't kayaking we were sitting on the deck enjoying the beautiful view. The wildlife was a great bonus...the loon couple delighted us with their calls and long running take off's, and while kayaking Crooked Creek (off the lake) we saw a bobcat on the shoreline. If you are looking to get away from it all and enjoy the beauty of nature, this is the place for you!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

tina g.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Laura C.

Liked: Cleanliness
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