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

Atlanta accommodation with kitchen

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TV, fireplace, DVD player, video library
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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 6900 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Atlanta, MI
  • Place, Clear Lake State Park
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Place, Garland
    ‪28 min drive‬
  • Place, West Twin Lake
    ‪32 min drive‬
  • Airport, Alpena, MI (APN-Alpena County Regional)
    ‪43 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Atlanta

On lake.You'll be within 12 miles (20 km) of Clear Lake State Park and 16 miles (25 km) of Garland. Omh Montmorency Medical Clinic and West Twin Lake are within 16 miles (25 km).
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What's nearby

  • Clear Lake State Park - 16 min drive - 14.6 miles
  • Brush Creek Mill - 25 min drive - 24.7 miles
  • Garland - 28 min drive - 16.0 miles
  • West Twin Lake - 32 min drive - 18.0 miles
  • Ocqueoc Falls - 44 min drive - 48.4 miles

Getting around

  • Alpena, MI (APN-Alpena County Regional) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Willows Cafe - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Chatter's Bullpen Bar & Grill - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪White Elk Coffee - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Susan’s Diner - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Burleigh’s Northern Bistro - ‬5 min drive

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.

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing

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
  • 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
  • Dock
  • Firepit
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Printer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Boat
  • Kayak
  • Birdwatching 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

  • Unit size: 900 square feet

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

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:

Strip any used beds and gather used towels

Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash

Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys

Check out is 11:00

Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome
  • Note from host: There is a $50 pet fee. ABSOLUTELY NO PIT-BULLS

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Newly Renovated Cute Cottage on Crooked Lake - aka, Baby Bear to the airport?

This cottage is 34.8 mi (55-min drive) away from the Alpena, MI (APN-Alpena County Regional) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Newly Renovated Cute Cottage on Crooked Lake - aka, Baby Bear have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this cottage.

Does Newly Renovated Cute Cottage on Crooked Lake - aka, Baby Bear offer free breakfast?

This cottage does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Newly Renovated Cute Cottage on Crooked Lake - aka, Baby Bear ?

No, there is no casino at this cottage.

What time is check-in at Newly Renovated Cute Cottage on Crooked Lake - aka, Baby Bear ?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Newly Renovated Cute Cottage on Crooked Lake - aka, Baby Bear ?

Free parking is not available at this cottage.

Does Newly Renovated Cute Cottage on Crooked Lake - aka, Baby Bear have a pool?

This cottage does not have a pool.

Does Newly Renovated Cute Cottage on Crooked Lake - aka, Baby Bear have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this cottage.

How close is Newly Renovated Cute Cottage on Crooked Lake - aka, Baby Bear to downtown Atlanta?

This cottage is 4.6 mi away from Briley.

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

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 127 out of 153 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 18 out of 153 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 153 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 153 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 153 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rich H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Easy to find, quiet place. Clean and welcoming when we arrived. Very easy communication with host and rapid replies. Wish we had more time there to relax! Can’t wait to come back for next years Sno Drift Rally, and spend more time here
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Casandra P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Super clean and a really nice location!! It was perfect, and we really enjoyed our time :)
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

melissa S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Thanks for letting us enjoy your peaceful setting.. Gorgeous view of the lake
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jesse S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Host was incredibly responsive. Nice place on the lake with a great view!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Dawn L.

Liked: Cleanliness
House was very clean. Kitchen nicely stocked with pans and such. Grounds were very nice, but we were a bit concerned with the dock. IMO not safe.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Gershon F.

Liked: Cleanliness
The cabin itself wasThe boat situation was poir
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice rustic out of the way place on a scenic lake. Some things are in need of repair, but overall well worth the price. Our second stay in as many years.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Ed C.

Liked: Cleanliness
the outdoor gazebo was relaxing just what we needed
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Amanda R.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

David V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Place was cute and quaint. Peaceful weekend with the love. Had everything we needed and then some
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice cabin on the lake

Perfect sized cabin for the 2 of us. We had everything we needed for a long weekend
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan D.

Liked: Cleanliness
We loved it. It was wonderful. Atlanta, Michigan is a jewel! The cottage is a gem!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Melissa W.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Needs work

We had great weather. Lots of trails to ride in the area. Unfortunately, we were disappointed with the cabin. There were ants in kitchen, owner did provide ant traps, but didn’t work the greatest. The property needs some TLC, The brick walkway down to the dock needs to be updated, bricks are loose. The dock needs to be fixed, it is not level, boards should be replaced. The boat provided had a leak, and didn’t have any MC or updated sticker, not legal to use on the water, life jackets offered were old and we were not comfortable using. Cabin only had 1 bath and 1 hand towel for the bathroom , called for more and owner brought some over. The deck constantly had pine needles dropping due to all the trees, broom for the deck was also half gone and didn’t work well, should be replaced. Do not recommend
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Greg R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay, very nice place to relax.

Beautiful site, cabin was very nice. Good place to relax or fish
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

AnneVW

Crooked Lake cabin

Nice lakefront location. House was average but comfortable. Boats and boating equipment didn’t seem to be well taken care of. Host was not quick to respond to inquiries/questions. Wifi was sufficient.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kent I.

Liked: Cleanliness

Crooked Lake

Cabin was what we expected per the website - delightful. Very quiet pond with decent fishing.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Wendy H., Zeeland MI

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

James C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Getaway

Had a great stay, property was perfect and host was great
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Pure relaxation

Very quiet and relaxing!!! Perfect getaway for us and the dog!! Will definitely be back!!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tammie H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful view for a peaceful getaway!

The view of water is amazing. Being able to sit outside on the beautiful Trex deck (no splinters) to eat and relax is priceless. The cabin is cute and clean. Anything you could need during your stay is already there.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adam K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place!

Excellent place to stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathy F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing cabin with a great deck and awesome view

I wish I would've stayed longer. Great location by a quiet lake. Very private. Loved the deck and the cabin felt very homey. I would definitely love to book again. Had a lot of fun
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Crooked Lake

Peaceful, relaxing stay. Nice accomodations.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Barbara G.

Baby Bear

Beautiful view of the lake. Good fishing. The pictures donot depict the uncomfortable furniture in the house. The deck needed to be cleaned.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024