Waterfront vacation rentals in Kalkaska County

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Home in Kalkaska

4.97 out of 5 average rating, 30 reviews

PoolTable/5K Arcade Games/Hot Tub/Lake View&Access

🛶 3 Kayaks, 1 paddleboard included (available end of May-Mid September). 🚤 22 ft Crest Pontoon (seats up to 10 people) is available for rent: $130 per night or $750 for the week. Must be rented for the entire duration of your stay (available end of May-Mid September). 🏖 Public beach access (opposite side of lake. Can access via car, boat or kayak). 🌊 2 ladders on dock for easy access to water. 🕹Game room w/ 4 Person Arcade Machine with over 5,000 Arcade Games, Pac Man & Nintendo WII

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Cabin in Kalkaska

5.0 out of 5 average rating, 29 reviews

Beautiful log cabin on the Rapid River!

Relax in this peaceful quiet 3 bedroom 2 bathroom log cabin on 14 acres on the Rapid River. Great location! 15 minutes to Schuss Mountain and 30 minutes to Boyne Mountain for skiing, close to the blue bear and boardman valley snowmobile trails. 10 minutes from Torch Lake and only 30 minutes to Traverse City. 5 minutes to Kalkaska for all your grocery needs. Near wineries, restaurants, shopping, boating, golfing, kayaking/canoeing, hiking, biking. Relax and unwind! Sorry we don’t allow pets.

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Home in Kalkaska

4.96 out of 5 average rating, 23 reviews

All Season Cottage on Manistee Lake -Pet Friendly!

Have fun with the whole family at this house on Manistee Lake. Grab some coffee and relax on the deck enjoying quiet and peaceful views of the water. This all-sports lake offers swimming, fishing, ice fishing, boating, and more. Enjoy them all and then head out for a day trip from this perfect location. The surrounding area also has snowmobiling, hiking, and UTV trails. Inside the house, you'll find all of the amenities of home. We can't wait for you to find your own favorite attraction here.

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Home in Kalkaska

4.9 out of 5 average rating, 138 reviews

North Blue Lake Escape - A Waterfront Oasis

Come stay away at N Blue Lake with over 50 ft of lake frontage & private dock, boat launch 1/4 mi from the property. Year-round fishing in abundance. Less than 1/4 mile to access Blue Bear Trails & Kalkaska Co. ORV and hiking trails. Visit nearby Hartwick Pines. We are also a short drive to Traverse City, or Schuss or Boyne Mountain for skiing or golfing to experience all things Pure Michigan! Other golfing and canoeing available within just 15 minutes. See more @up_northbluelakeescape !

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Cabin in South Boardman

4.85 out of 5 average rating, 65 reviews

Perch Lake Chalet

Hidden up in the north woods of Michigan, this quiet chalet is the perfect spot to unwind. Located on a no wake lake you can enjoy nature at its finest without all the sounds to distract you. The best feature of this space is the lakeside screened in porch, it is perfect for everything. Enjoy your coffee in the morning, open up your laptop and work remotely in the afternoon, and then enjoy a glass of wine with your dinner, all while looking at the lake and relaxing. Life at the lake.

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Cottage in Kalkaska

4.9 out of 5 average rating, 20 reviews

True Up North Lake Front Cottage

Perfectly located 3 bedroom cottage on East Lake. Quiet lake surrounded by beauty. Cottage comes fully equipped with outdoor shower, fire pit, gazebo, kayaks, movie room and finished garage. 30 minutes outside of Traverse City and centrally located to some of the best destinations of Northern Michigan. Hiking trails, Off road trails, Torch Lake, snowmobile trails, restaurants, Manistee River, ski destinations, golfing, and more is located within driving distance. Book your stay!

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Cabin in South Boardman

4.9 out of 5 average rating, 177 reviews

Lazy on the Lake

Come up north and enjoy the peaceful, laid back feel of country living. Wake up early and go down to the dock, enjoy a cup of coffee and watch the sun rise over the lake. Traverse City is 20 minutes away where you have the national cherry festival, fine dining, casinos, and world class winery's with beautiful views of the bay. Orv trails abound, and in the winter, this year round cabin is in the heart of the snow belt with some of the best snowmobiling in the lower peninsula.

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Cottage in South Boardman

4.96 out of 5 average rating, 71 reviews

⭐️ Lakeside Cottage with Deck and Fire Pit 🔥

Welcome Up North! This one-bedroom cottage is the perfect destination for relaxing and recharging or getting up and going. The view of the lake is beautiful, and you'll enjoy it even more on the patio or by the firepit. Lounge on the deck for some sun, fish the lake, and watch the sunset. The VASA trail, Traverse City, wineries, and Turtle Creek Casino are all within 30 minutes, so there are plenty of fun activities to enjoy. We hope you choose to stay with us. Thank you!

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Condo in Rapid City

4.97 out of 5 average rating, 137 reviews

R&R on Rapid River + 2 miles to Torch Lake

Our lovely home is established on crystal clear Rapid River and only two miles from the south end of the worlds most famous Torch Lake Sandbar! You will stay in the lower level, that has its own entrance. The lower level consisting of 1500 sqft. Includes two bedrooms, a spacious living area with a kitchen equipped with all the essentials. Large single bathroom that is equipped with separate toilet and shower entrance. Our airbnb also offers a modest workout room.

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Home in Kalkaska

5.0 out of 5 average rating, 5 reviews

Lakeside Hideaway

Rest and reconnect with Family and Friends making memories that last for a lifetime! A uniquely beautiful 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom lake house with plenty of space for Family and Friends. It holds an entertainment room, living room and a large open kitchen. This home sleeps 10 people, is heated with a working wood stove for the wintertime and a cozy fire places giving warm wintry evenings in. The sunsets are endless out here anytime of the year. Come experience it!

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Cabin in Grayling

5.0 out of 5 average rating, 13 reviews

Trout Rising Cabin on the Manistee.

NEW FOR SUMMER 2025! WEEKLY RENTAL AND BIG DISCOUNTS! BOOK EARLY FOR EVEN BETTER PRICES! SUNDAY CHECK-IN & OUT. Private cabin, well appointed, everything you need. Peace and quiet surrounded by nature. Cabin is nestled on the Manistee River, 187’ of your own private river access for fishing, kayaking! New memories await! Our cabin is close to skiing, golf, ATV, mountain biking, cross country skiing, snowmobiling & hiking trails. We are centrally located.

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Cottage in Kalkaska

4.96 out of 5 average rating, 26 reviews

Lake cottage with sunset views (cottage #2 soon)

EXCITING NEWS! Our property has two cottages. An additional two bedroom coming soon! Enjoy a lake get-away on Manistee Lake. This two bedroom home has brand new amenities and is ready to be your spot to enjoy Northern Michigan and all the area has to offer. We recently acquired our childhood home...we grew up here! Our goal is to create a special place for you and your friends and family to make memories and enjoy BBQ's, beachfront, sunsets, and to relax.