House in Elk Lake, MI
10 guests · 5 bedrooms · 3 baths
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
Top-tier experienceA high end property in this area
About this house rental
"Great Escape" is the perfect name for this home. There is relaxation and lots of country fun at this wonderful private location just off Lake Skegemog in the Rapid City/Elk Rapids area. The Great Escape was originally an up north camp in the mid-1960s/70s and now serves as a charming northern retreat. Take your family back in time to when kids played outside and adults relaxed on the porch sipping iced tea on warm summer days. Featuring a total of 3-bedrooms and 3.5-bathrooms in the main house, you can bring the whole family, plus there are two rustic bunk houses outside that are great for kids or adventurous adults. The house is two stories. (New kitchen summer 2022)
Dogs welcome. Guests are responsible for cleaning up after their pets. No smoking. Window air conditioner upstairs only.
-- THE PROPERTY --
Bedroom 1: king bed || Bedroom 2: queen bed || Bed 3: double bed
Two bunk houses with bunk beds and a queen bed.
OUTDOORS: Deck/patio, Grill, Lawn/garden, Outdoor play area, Badminton, Climbing wall, Hammock, Firepit, Mini baseball field, Outdoor games, Outdoor shower, Porch, Near lake, Exceptional views
INDOORS: WIFI, Board games, Flat panel TV, DVD player, CD player, Stereo system, Fireplace
KITCHEN: Coffee maker, Dishes & utensils, Dishwasher, Microwave, Oven, Pantry items, Refrigerator, Stove, Toaster, Dining table, Kitchen island, Cookware, Spices
GENERAL: Washer & dryer, Linens & towels, Window A/C, Fans, Smoke alarms, Heating
PARKING: 7 spaces
-- POLICIES –
- Dogs are allowed with a fee
- No smoking
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Must be at least 18 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
Dogs welcome. Guests are responsible for cleaning up after their pets. No smoking. Window air conditioner upstairs only.
-- THE PROPERTY --
Bedroom 1: king bed || Bedroom 2: queen bed || Bed 3: double bed
Two bunk houses with bunk beds and a queen bed.
OUTDOORS: Deck/patio, Grill, Lawn/garden, Outdoor play area, Badminton, Climbing wall, Hammock, Firepit, Mini baseball field, Outdoor games, Outdoor shower, Porch, Near lake, Exceptional views
INDOORS: WIFI, Board games, Flat panel TV, DVD player, CD player, Stereo system, Fireplace
KITCHEN: Coffee maker, Dishes & utensils, Dishwasher, Microwave, Oven, Pantry items, Refrigerator, Stove, Toaster, Dining table, Kitchen island, Cookware, Spices
GENERAL: Washer & dryer, Linens & towels, Window A/C, Fans, Smoke alarms, Heating
PARKING: 7 spaces
-- POLICIES –
- Dogs are allowed with a fee
- No smoking
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Must be at least 18 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
Amenities at Near Torch Lake. Home w/ guest cabins for family retreat. Dogs ok
Pets allowed
Family friendly
Map of Elk Lake, MI
Ratings and reviews
10.0 / 10.0Outstanding·Aug 2024
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
This is the second time we have stayed at the Great Escape and it was just as great as the first time! Kitchen is renovated and well equipped. Beds comfortabe and plenty of linens provided. Massive yards for playing any sport you can think of! Highly recommend!
8.0 / 10.0Excellent·Jul 2024
Rating Details:
The property manager was more than helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
I was more than happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Fantastic front porch and kitchen. Tons of on property activities, board games and fun. Skegemog access walkable and better water than expected. Amplespace including bedrooms and bathrooms for a party of 8 with constant visitors. Would suggest better insect control as ants and earwigs are quite prevalent in the house. A bit overpriced (probably higher due to bed count) as not on the water.
10.0 / 10.0Outstanding·Jul 2023
We were in the Elk Lake area for a long-awaited family reunion. We have family members with a house on the lake nearby, so were already familiar with the area.
The house went beyond expectations with a mix of lovely updated features (particularly the kitchen which is stocked with excellent cooking supplies) and cozy old-school camp style. The house is full of books (classics from Hemingway through Harry Potter), board games (lots of current strategy games) and cozy hang out nooks in and out of the house. The front porch is a great spot any time of day to sit in the Adirondack chairs and watch the sunrise, spot the deer in the field across the street or eat at the picnic table.
There is no wifi which can be tricky for those like me with limited data or my husband who had to keep working while on our trip. There is an excellent public library in Elk Rapids with good wifi and an excellent, helpful staff.
The house is not on the water but Elk Rapids has a great public beach right in town with free parking and easy access. A lot of the beach is sandy in the water but wearing water shoes are a good idea for avoiding the occasional sharp or slippery rocks and shells.
Thank you for a great week!
6.0 / 10.0Average·Jul 2022
The property has a nice, well equipped kitchen. The location is isolated and picturesque. It's about 15 min to Elk Rapids and 5 min to Torch Lake Bridge. The front porch is a nice place to sit but dangerous for small children since there is no railing. The kids couldn't play on the trampoline because it was covered with sap from the trees but they enjoyed the hammocks. The bedroom on the first floor is private but the bed is full size so it could be a tight fit for two adults. There is a sink in the first floor bedroom which was convenient. There are A/C window units in the upstairs bedrooms but it was down in the 50's and 60's at night during our mid-July stay so we were comfortable.
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8.9Excellent
(29 Ratings)
"Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I ..."
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