Welcome to the A-frame at Finch Creek, a one-of-a-kind Northern Michigan getaway overlooking Finch Creek and completely surrounded by the Grass River Natural Area. We renovated this 1970s cabin from the ground up and designed it to feel open and connected to the landscape. With 20-foot vaulted ceilings, massive picture windows, a fireplace to curl up next to, and just minutes from some of the most stunning lakes in the state, it’s the perfect home base for exploring or doing nothing at all.
spanning 1,400 square feet of thoughtfully designed living space, the a-frame comfortably accommodates up to 6 guests and is perfect for couples, families, or small groups seeking a memorable retreat. Key features include:
↟ a luxurious Jøtul fireplace with picturesque views of finch creek.
↟ a spacious 7-person hot tub for ultimate relaxation.
↟ conveniently located just minutes from the grass river natural area, torch lake, and other top northern michigan attractions.
// the layout
main level: two bedrooms—one with a king bed and the other with a queen bed—paired with two full bathrooms. The main level also features a cozy living room with a gas fireplace and Frame TV, a fully stocked kitchen, a dining area with a custom bench stocked with board games, and a washer and dryer.
loft: an inviting queen bedroom with scenic views of the A-frame’s vaulted ceilings and natural surroundings.
outdoor space: unwind in the luxurious 7-person hot tub, gather around the fire pit, or enjoy the peace and serenity of finch creek just steps away.
note: the a-frame is listed for 6 guests to ensure maximum comfort. If you’d like to book for 8 guests and are comfortable using the included air mattress, please reach out to us before booking.
// the lakes
our driveway includes a convenient turnaround - perfect for parking and trailering your boat to any of the nearby launches.
torch lake - 5 minutes
lake bellaire - 6 minutes
intermediate lake - 11 minutes
elk lake - 18 minutes
// local favorites
grass river natural area (hiking) - 1 minute
shorts brewery - 9 minutes
mammoth distillery - 9 minutes
dockside torch lake - 10 minutes
glacial hills natural area - 13 minutes
torch lake cellars - 14 minutes
kings orchard - 24 minutes
providence farms - 26 minutes
friske's farmers market - 33 minutes
// golf
shanty creek golf resort - 9 minutes
twin birch golf course - 23 minutes
the bear golf course - 30 minutes
a-ga-ming golf resort - 31 minutes
belvedere golf club - 39 minutes
// other nearby towns + attractions
downtown alden - 5 minutes
shanty creek/schuss mountain - 9 minutes
downtown bellaire - 10 minutes
turtle creek casino - 26 minutes
elk rapids - 29 minutes
traverse city - 35 minutes
boyne city - 43 minutes
petoskey - 50 minutes
suttons bay - 1 hour
glen arbor - 1 hour, 10 minutes
Guests will have the entire place to themselves. There's a detached garage and partial basement that will remain locked during the stay. Electronic Code Access provided day of check-in.
due to the cabin's remote location, we use Starlink for our internet. It usually provides high-speed access, but may sometimes experience brief interruptions.
there is one exterior security camera on the property by the garage. These are for us to verify cleaners and handymen have prepared the property for your stay.
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