The Cottage on Clam Lake

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The Cottage on Clam Lake

Lake front vacation rental property located in Bellaire, Mi on Clam Lake-a 10 minute boat ride from Torch Lake. The main bedroom has 1 queen bed, sleeping 2.

2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, Sleeps 8
The cottage is on Clam Lake, between Torch Lake and Lake Bellaire on the Elk River Chain of Lakes, with quick and easy access by boat or by land to Torch Lake and the rest of the Chain of Lakes. Dockside bar and restaurant and the adjacent public beach on Torch Lake are a ten minute walk or boat ride from the cottage, and Torch Lake sandbar is also a short boat ri

de away. The golf courses and ski slopes at Shanty Creek and Schuss Mountain, and also the restaurants and shops of Bellaire and Alden are all within 15 minutes’ drive. Day trips to all of the beautiful northern Michigan towns are all around you, including Traverse City (30 miles), Charlevoix (30 miles), Petoskey (45 miles), Sleeping Bear Dunes (55 miles) and more. The long slender shape of Clam Lake, with its calm and warmer water, is ideal for boating and water sports. Bring your boat or rent one from one of three rental locations on Clam Lake and tie up to our permanent dock. The public boat ramp on Clam Lake is five minutes (1.5 miles) away. Enjoy fun and safe swimming and fishing right off the dock, which is situated 100 yards inside the start of the Clam River no-wake zone. Grass River is less than ten minutes by boat for superb fishing, and nature lovers will really enjoy the walking trails of the Grass River Natural Area, accessible by boat or car. An ideal half-day for a paddler is launching from Bellaire and paddling 8.5 miles down Intermediate River, across Lake Bellaire, through Grass River, and across Clam Lake back to the cottage. Or continue on the last half mile to Torch Lake and Dockside bar and restaurant for drinks and a great meal. The small public beach adjacent to Dockside is a great place to pull your kayak or canoe out if you continue past the cottage. Mountain biking, hiking, running, cross-country skiing, and sledding are 15 minutes away at Glacial Hills, or explore northern Michigan wine tasting - Torch Lake Cellars winery is 10 minutes from the cottage. One of the best parts of the cottage is the deck above the boat house over-looking Clam Lake. The deck is perfect for outdoor meals, watching the boats, kayaks, and swans float by, and taking in sunsets over the marina and Clam River bridge. The cottage has a large living room and kitchen and two full bathrooms to accommodate groups. It sleeps 8 comfortably with 2 queen beds, 1 full bed, and 3 twins. The second bedroom that faces the lake has 1 queen bed, 1 full bed, and 2 twin loft beds, sleeping 5 or 6. There is also a murphy bed with a twin mattress in the living room for additional sleeping. If the size of your group is slightly larger than 8, please contact us to discuss options. The large living room is ideal for entertaining and family gatherings around the fireplace. With cathedral ceilings, a 65” wifi-enabled HDTV to watch your favorite sports and movies, and plenty of comfortable seating on two couches, two arm chairs, and several director’s chairs that can be moved around as needed, your family and friends will have plenty of space to enjoy a memorable and relaxing vacation. We are currently painting and updating the furniture in the living room and second bedroom to give the cottage a fresh new look. We'll have updated pictures posted in early January 2018. The two-car garage and driveway can hold up to 5 vehicles or 4 vehicles plus your boat trailer. We have worked hard to create a home that is welcoming and comfortable for our guests, and we hope you’ll love the memories you make staying at the Cottage on Clam Lake as much as we do.

05/30/2024

05/03/2024

See you in August!!

04/23/2024

04/04/2024

Reserve your Torch Lake boat cruise with Captain Foxy today!
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02/13/2024

02/10/2024

Just in case you forgot, Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore would like to remind you of the candlelit hike happening THIS Saturday, February 10 and the following, Saturday, February 17! 🕯️Meet at the Dune Climb!

Event begins at 6 PM. Arrive anytime between 6 PM and 7:45 PM to participate. If you are looking for a twilight experience, arrive from 6-6:30 PM. For a completely dark walk, arrive around 7 PM.

The path for this event does have some uneven ground but it is not a strenuous hike, and it does not go up the dune. Looking forward to this great event!
Friends of Sleeping Bear Dunes

02/03/2024

woohoo!!

Congratulations to on their new location. Ruthann’s is such an asset to our community. Her drive and passion for real food made with real ingredients and her love for community is a true treasure to anyone who walks in their door.

Stay tuned for new goodies and be sure to pop in for the best baked goods truly made with love right here in downtown Bellaire.

Thanks to all who came out and supported Ruthann’s today! ❤️

01/01/2024

Thank you to our guests and to for another great year!!! We love our guests!!!! Here’s to a great 2024!!!

01/01/2024

Delicious NYE dinner and impeccable service ❤️❤️❤️

12/28/2023

Stopped into new location! Beautiful, cozy, and DELICIOUS!!❤️❤️❤️ My orange cranberry scone was delicious!!! Thank you RGB!!!! ❤️❤️❤️

12/04/2023

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11/24/2023

One week left on the calendar for Summer 2024! Help us fill it!!
August 11-18th:🔥
Book Direct and Save!!!! Message us for details!!

11/18/2023

Special cocktails come back tomorrow! We’ll be open 12:00-10:00 for the downtown open house event. Music starts at 6:30!

11/18/2023

Can’t wait to sit in this snuggly escape and drink ALL the coffee and eat ALL the carbs!!!! ❤️❤️

10/23/2023

Upcoming Wednesday Afternoon Christmas Tea dates:
Wednesday 12/6 (Sold Out)
Wednesday 12/13 (Sold Out)
Wednesday 12/20 (4 seats remain)

Come and tour the B&B, it will be dressed up and ready for the Christmas season!
Enjoy Holiday themed savory bites, scones and sweets treats! Pots of Holiday Tea too!
Reservation only 231-533-6448 $35 per person 1-2:30pm

10/21/2023

A half-baked MSU class project, a bar business plan, helped set the stage for one of Michigan's biggest breweries, now serving at Spartan Stadium

09/20/2023

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Dates still available in September and October. Book direct and save!
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09/19/2023

Book direct and save!!! Book 2 or more nights in September and October—->we’ll throw in in a $25 gift card to spend

Message us for availability!! 🗓️We can’t wait to have you up!! ❤️❤️❤️

08/13/2023

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08/12/2023

Wow. This is community.❤️ Short's Brewing Company

08/12/2023

A night out wow!❤️❤️❤️

08/11/2023

Torch Lake Bound but breakfast first. Back for a delicious breakfast baked from scratch by boat 🚤 courtesy of rentals.

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Bellaire, MI
49615

Website

https://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p4780462

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