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Emanuel - CUTE UPSTAIRS APARTMENT WITH AIR CONDITIONING! GREAT LOCATION AND DOG-FRIENDLY!

Apartment in Lake Ann with kitchen and patio

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Escape to a serene Christian-themed apartment in the northern Michigan countryside, where you'll find a cozy private balcony overlooking rolling hills and outdoor chairs beside a bonfire ring. Enjoy the charm of Lake Ann's quaint shops and restaurants, just 5 minutes away from this tranquil retreat.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 265 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor Space
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Emanuel - CUTE UPSTAIRS APARTMENT WITH AIR CONDITIONING! GREAT LOCATION AND DOG-FRIENDLY!

This is a beautiful, quiet, and serene Christian-themed apartment that consists of the entire second floor of a charming Dutch colonial home in the northern Michigan countryside. It is on a dirt road about a 5 minute drive north from downtown Lake Ann. It has a large living room, large bedroom, and room A/C. Also includes a private balcony overlooking the countryside as well as its own bonfire ring with outdoor chairs. It provides a lovely getaway to all that Northern Michigan has to offer!


GUEST INTERACTION:

The property owners live on the first floor and are available to address any questions or issues. They also co-ordinate check-in.


NEIGHBORHOOD:

Lake Ann is a cute little northern Michigan town that has a very quaint old-time general store, a microbrewery, post office, and several cute shops and restaurants. The lake itself is quite beautiful and serene and there are nature trails that run along it as well as public parks on the lake. The geographic location of Lake Ann makes it great central point for exploring Traverse City to the east, the Leelanau Peninsula to the north, Sleeping Bear Dunes to the northwest, and Crystal Lake, Beulah, Frankfort, Elberta, and Lake Michigan beaches to the west. All of these locations are within a 45-minute drive from the cottage!


THE SPACE:

The apartment is very traditional in terms of décor with an up-north country theme throughout the apartment. The apartment is dog-friendly and up to 2 dogs are permitted with a pet fee. There are some trails on the property for walking dogs as well.

The property owners are a lovely retired couple that live on the first floor of the house. The husband works part-time as a church pastor. They coordinate guest stays. (We provide you with their contact information after a reservation is made.)


TRANSIT:

Public transportation in the area is limited, so it is highly recommended that guests have their own vehicle.


PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING:

1) PET POLICY: The apartment is pet-friendly and up to 2 dogs are allowed. (Pit bulls, rottweilers, and cats are not permitted.) Dogs must not be left alone in the apartment by themselves though. If bringing 1 or 2 dogs, please make certain that they are included on the reservation and that the pet fee is appropriately paid. More than 2 dogs is strictly prohibited and any pets other than dogs are also strictly prohibited.

2) LIMITED AIR CONDITIONING: Please note that there is a window A/C unit for the bedroom, but that this will not cool the entire apartment. Outside of the bedroom, the apartment may get warm if it is warm outside.

3) EARLY CHECK-IN: Our policy is to allow early check-in on the day of arrival if the property is available for check-in. We will not know until the day before arrival whether or not the property will be available for early check-in or not. You can check with our local property manager the day before arrival or on your arrival day to see if the property will be available for early check-in or not.

4) LATE CHECK-OUT: We maintain a very strict and structured cleaning schedule. As such, late check-outs are strictly prohibited.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Patio

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 700 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
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

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

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
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

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About the neighborhood

Map
Lake Ann, MI

What's nearby

  • Almira Township Hall - 3 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Lake Ann Brewing Company - 3 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Burnett Park - 3 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Almira Township Library - 3 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Cedar Run Creek Natural Area - 4 min drive - 5.1 km

Getting around

  • Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Moomers Homemade Ice Cream - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Dilbert's Cafe - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Light of Day Organics - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Boone's Long Lake Inn - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Lake Ann Brewing Company - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Emanuel - CUTE UPSTAIRS APARTMENT WITH AIR CONDITIONING! GREAT LOCATION AND DOG-FRIENDLY! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Emanuel - CUTE UPSTAIRS APARTMENT WITH AIR CONDITIONING! GREAT LOCATION AND DOG-FRIENDLY!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Emanuel - CUTE UPSTAIRS APARTMENT WITH AIR CONDITIONING! GREAT LOCATION AND DOG-FRIENDLY!?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Emanuel - CUTE UPSTAIRS APARTMENT WITH AIR CONDITIONING! GREAT LOCATION AND DOG-FRIENDLY! located?

Situated in Lake Ann, this apartment building is within 2 mi (3 km) of Burnett Park, Lake Ann Brewing Company, and Cedar Run Creek Natural Area. Almira Town Hall and Almira Township Hall are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Reviews

Emanuel - CUTE UPSTAIRS APARTMENT WITH AIR CONDITIONING! GREAT LOCATION AND DOG-FRIENDLY! Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

8.8

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

10

Eco-friendliness

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 28 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 28 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 28 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 28 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 28 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Ken S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Overall, great stay at all the basics we needed and very quiet
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Matt L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pet friendly but tall climb for an older dog
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay was fine, only there to sleep and shower for the next day. We were working at a small conference and only needed basic accommodations.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diane S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy lake house vibe

Lovely, home-y place that was perfect for my desire to rest, reflect and work on a writing project.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bree S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

This was perfect for our weekend trip!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I booked this home last minute and felt very safe as a single female! The place was easy to find, with clear check-in/check out instructions. This is the sweetest home with the sweetest owners!! You can tell they are very thoughtful and considerate, stocking the place with coffee, little treats, toiletries, and more. Communication was extra speedy and simple through text. I traveled by myself but the same was large enough with separate rooms and lovely covered outdoor patio. Looking forward to staying here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

ElijahH

Great stay!

Perfect for what we needed. Everything was clean and the hosts were accommodating.

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
charming place. Superb.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

todd

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Loved the decor of the property. Very cute!! Nice fire pit and outdoor area.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melanie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The property was perfect! Easy access, no problems, cute as heck! Thank you and hope to stay again!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Leslie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfy, Cozy

Everything I needed was there and as a single, older person, I felt safe and secure. Thoughtful hosts.
Stayed 15 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lance E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful

Great place to stay that is centrally located to many options for outdoor activities. Clean, comfortable and everything you need for hanging out for a few days. Dick and Char are very accomodating and friendly hosts ensuring you have what you need during your stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

霖 林.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very nice!

It is like staying at home. The place is very spacious and cozy. The host gave us a call on the day of arrival and gave us clear instructions. We enjoyed our stay and will definitely recommend it.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laurie K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very cozy

Very cozy apartment.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Kathy S.

My Sray

very peaceful setting surrounded by nature

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We had a wonderful stay. Char and Dick are wonderful hosts. There was a place to walk the dog and watch the stars. A great balcony to have morning coffee. Nearby Lake Ann has nightly outdoor music through the summer The extraordinary Sleeping Bear Dunes is 22 minutes away. There are a steps to go up to the apartment, so keep that in mind, but it was very manageable for us. We are so grateful to have found this affordable and comfortable spot.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Mark U.

​A True "Home Away from Home" Near Sleeping Bear Dunes

​Our stay at 'Emanuel' was an absolute dream and a perfect retreat from our everyday lives. From the moment we arrived, our hosts, Char and Duck, made us feel like part of their extended family. Their warmth, helpfulness, and accommodating nature were truly exceptional. ​The apartment itself is a lovely, comfortable, and cozy haven. We were so impressed by the thoughtful touches, from the charming decorations to the nice candies that welcomed us. It was the perfect base for our adventures. ​The location is ideal for anyone looking to explore the breathtaking beauty of the region. We had the freedom to bike and were just a short distance from Empire, the fabulous M-22 scenic byway, and the magnificent trails, beaches, and dunes of Sleeping Bear Dunes National Park. ​A special and heartfelt thank you goes to their daughter, Gayle. She was incredibly gracious and giving with her time, watching over our two Australian Shepherds, Oakley and Rocky, who can be a handful! She walked them on the beautiful, nearly 5-acre property, which gave us such peace of mind to explore. ​We are so grateful to Char, Duck, and Gayle for sharing their incredible home and property with us. It was more than just a place to stay; it was a home away from home where we felt genuinely cared for. We cannot recommend this wonderful retreat highly enough!

10/10 Excellent

Sue K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect for Our Stay

There was a snafu with communication and resulted in having to wait a few extra hours to check in. It was fine, though a little inconvenient. But after that little snafu, everything was great! It was a nice location, especially for the price. Once we got past the initial issue, the place was clean, comfortable, felt safe and secure, and was in a very nice up north-type area. It was perfect for our stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Tammy G.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
Unfortunately we encountered several issues throughout our stay. Overall the apartment lacked in cleanliness, the bathroom shower was extremely tiny (we could not bend over to wash our legs/feet without hitting our rear end on the back of the shower wall and we are very small women), the apartment had several things that were in need of repair or should have been repaire properly but were not, lighting was poor (for reading and putting on make-up), and issues presented to the owner's daughter were not resolved without repeated follow up and involvement on our part. Communication with owner's daughter was not the best (owner was elderly so daughter stepped in to assist). Primary issues were leaking/faulty toilet, beetles in our bed at night & a resident mouse in the living room. This would make a great hunter's cabin but it needs a lot of repairs made to make it a cozy vacation rental property.
Bathroom door handle attempted repair
Kitchen screen door tears
Attempted repair of toilet (plumber's putty in toilet)
Very well worn rug in bedroom
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Andrea R.

I never stayed at this property

I only gave a 3 star rating because I never actually stayed at this property, but received a notification that the property manager had reviewed me as a guest, and I was required to submit a review to see his review of me. I had reserved this property but had zero communication from the property manager from the time of reservation until the day before check-in. I had tried to contact someone regarding my reservation, to no avail. As I was traveling alone, I decided I was uncomfortable with the situation and I canceled. Unfortunately, I had paid in full for an entire week, including fees, and lost all of my money. Fortunately, I found a much nicer property in a nearby location, on the water, with very hospitable property managers.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Dawn D.

Great Value

Everything during our stay was as expected. The hosts were very helpful and friendly, and it was a good experience.
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10/10 Excellent

Kathy S.

My

very peaceful setting surrounded by nature
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Kathy S.

My

very peaceful setting surrounded by nature
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Kathy S.

My

very peaceful setting surrounded by nature