**FLEXCATION OR WORKING FROM HOME NO PROBLEM -WE HAVE A DEDICATED WORKSPACE WITH HI-SPEED INTERNET**
**CANOE and KAYAKS WITH PADDLES AND LIFE JACKETS AVAILABLE**
**WELL STOCKED KITCHEN FOR YOUR HOME AWAY FROM HOME**

This cozy two-bedroom cottage is located on the shores of Pickerel Lake. This charming vintage lake cottage will take you back to a time of simpler living and evening fires on the beach roasting Smores; all with the modern conveniences of high-speed internet, TV, and a charcoal BBQ grill for grilling your burgers and steaks. Lakeside firepit, a shaded platform for those who prefer the shade, and a sandy beach and dock with a boat hoist for the sun worshipers. The cottage has a deck lakeside with a retractable awning and string lights for enjoying the view late into the evening. This lake is great for skiing, sailing, and tubing, This sandy bottom lake is great for swimming. The lake has a natural shoreline with a shallow and gradual slope to deeper water, ideal for young children. The setting is very private, located at the end of the road with 235 wooded acres next door and very few year-round residents.

There are two small bedrooms. One bedroom has a double bed and the second bedroom has twin bunk beds and one double bed. The sun porch has a full-size sofa sleeper. The kitchen is well-equipped with modern appliances. The all-season porch has a dedicated work area with a desk for travelers that can work or school remotely. It's also an ideal space for relaxing with a book. Bed linens, kitchen, and bath towels are also provided.

This area is a vacation wonderland: bring your boat, or rent one nearby to cruise the inland waterway to Pickerel, Burt, and Mullet Lakes. Or if you're adventurous, go all the way to Cheboygan and Lake Huron. Golf at some of the finest courses or shop at the cute boutiques of Petoskey, Harbor Springs, Charlevoix, and Bay Harbor. Taste the wines and beers in our rapidly growing vineyard and microbrewery businesses. Spend the day on Mackinac Island, Enjoy the music and cultural events at the Bayview Association. Spend a beach day at Petoskey State Park or Sturgeon Bay. Try your luck at the Odawa Casino or attend one of the numerous summer festivals in area communities. Hop on the recently finished paved bike trail a few blocks away and travel to nearby communities.

This is a valued-priced rental near Alanson, Michigan where supplies and restaurants are available. The resort communities of Petoskey and Harbor Springs are a 15 to 20-minute drive. Within 30 minutes drive are Mackinaw City and ferry boats to Mackinac Island, both are popular day trips.