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

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1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets
TV, fireplace, DVD player, video library
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Reviews
9.8

Exceptional

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1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 6900 sq ft

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  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning

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Atlanta, MI
  • Popular LocationClear Lake State Park16 min drive
  • Popular LocationGarland31 min drive
  • Popular LocationLittle Bear Lake38 min drive
  • AirportGaylord, MI (GLR-Gaylord Regional)57 min drive

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10/10 Excellent

Very private, quiet and peaceful location. It rained most of our stay, but the lake and leaves were so pretty. We had ga...
Theresa C.
Oct 22, 2023

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
  • Firepit
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Coin laundry
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Printer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

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 on site
  • Kayak on site
  • 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

  • 1 unit
  • 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

Atlanta

Located in Atlanta, this cottage is in a rural area and on a lake. Wild Frontier Fun Park is a local attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Clear Lake State Park and West Twin Lake. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and snorkeling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and mountain biking.
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What's nearby

  • Clear Lake State Park - 16 min drive
  • Garland - 31 min drive
  • Little Bear Lake - 38 min drive
  • Otsego Lake State Park - 61 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
  • Elk Crossing Cafe - 5 min drive
  • J D's Pizza Place - 6 min drive
  • The Baklava Shop - 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).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 107 out of 123 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 123 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 123 reviews" "
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9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

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

10/10 Excellent

Randal K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Baby bear cottage
Marc was a great host. We rented the cottage for our 36th anniversary. The cottage was clean and cozy. We had everything we needed for a wonderful weekend. The view from the deck of the lake was beautiful. It was a short walk down the hill to the water. We enjoyed fishing from the dock, and the fishing boat with motor. The loons were wonderful to wat and hear in the mornings and evenings. We will certainly be returning again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Aaron C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy on Crooked Lake
What a great cabin! I want to say it is a small cabin, but it really is a great size for two people. Very clean, and adequately stocked with dishes and cookware, including charcoal and gas grills for outdoor cooking! The covered deck is the perfect place to enjoy morning coffee and watch the sunrise. We were lucky enough to enjoy four seasons of Michigan weather in just one week, which was, um, let’s say nice. There is a variety of boats available for use and the owner was nice enough to stop by and show me the nuances of running the motor. The area was beautiful, and just a few minutes from the small town of Atlanta, and 45 minutes or less from Gaylord to the West and Alpena to the East. We would gladly stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mark H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Exactly what we were looking for!
Nice cabin with everything we were looking for. Close to our destinations. Clean, comfortable bed. Good access to lake. Beautiful views from a very nice deck. If we were coming back to the area, we would stay again. Thanks!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

james s.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful lakeside cottage
Wonderful outside deck overlooking the lake. It’s hard to get down to the shore due to the rough path. Well equipped kitchen , direct TV with great picture. Has internet but have to reboot a lot. Bed is comfortable but need new pillows.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Julie and Bryce O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Getaway at Baby Bear
My husband and I came up for a week of kayak paddling on Crooked Lake, Crooked Creek, AuSable River, etc. We had previously stayed at Papa Bear next door, so we were familiar with the location. We spent a good bit of time on the lovely deck overlooking the lake when we were at the cabin. The queen bed was comfy and the location was so nice and quiet.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kelli A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful and peaceful!
We had a wonderful time here on our anniversary, very private and peaceful!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Katherine H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Anniversary Get-Away
This simple, quiet piece of heaven is tucked away on a no-wake lake that’s a perfect setting for quiet kayaking trips around the lake and relaxing campfires at night. It’s in a perfect location—secluded, but close enough to so many sightseeing opportunities in Northern Michigan. We hiked the Sinkholes Pathway just north of Atlanta, the Mystery Valley Karst Preserve, about 40 mins from the cabin, and visited the lighthouses (pay the $5 ticket to climb to the top of both!) at Presque Isle, also only a 40 min trip. We stopped at a beautiful county park and found fossil stones on the beaches of Lake Huron. We drove to Rockport State Recreation Area, which is an official Dark Sky Observatory, to view the constellations one night. Alpena is only 30 mins away and there are state parks everywhere! Back at the cabin, we had everything we needed, from linens and cookware to an outdoor grill and patio furniture to make our stay comfortable. The owners, Marc and Amy, are friendly and inviting. We enjoyed the loons and gray heron on our boat and kayak trips around the lake. Just 20 minutes north of the cabin, on Clear Lake, we rented eBikes to further explore the state DNR land. We saw a bear, lots of deer, elk, and a massasauga rattlesnake! This trip was a great combination of relaxation and adventure and we will definitely be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Mary Jo H.

Liked: Cleanliness
A Little Piece of Heaven
The view from the deck was everything. I spent many hours there watching the lake below, reading, drinking coffee in the morning and wine in the evening. Listening for and watching the loons was one of the greatest pleasures. I wish that I had been able to go down to the lake more easily. Unfortunately, the railing and steps pictured in one of the pictures of the site, no longer exist. Therefore, I only ventured down twice with assistance. You need to know this if you have balance problems or problems with steep inclines. I had planned to fish from the dock but could not because getting down there was too difficult and the dock was unsafe. The owner apologized for this and said he has not been able to find anyone to rebuild his docks. I'm sure this is true because of COVID. The owner was gracious and helpful. He took us on a wonderful boat ride around the lake. I wish I could give this place an excellent rating, but the unsafe dock and lack of proper railing to assist in getting to the lake prevent me from doing so.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chad P., Rockford, Michigan

Liked: Cleanliness
Fishing trip
Had a wonderful time at the cabin. Marc is an extremely friendly and gracious host. Fishing was great and cabin had everything we needed!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022