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The Flat | a Wanderlust Abodes property

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10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 637 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Central Lake, MI
  • Place, Intermediate Lake
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Torch Lake
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Traverse City Beach
    ‪44 min drive‬
  • Airport, Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪51 min drive‬

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About the area

Central Lake

In Central Lake .At this Central Lake vacation home, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Intermediate Lake and 6 miles (10 km) of Torch Lake. Bauer Nature Preserve and Sixmile Lake are also within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Intermediate Lake - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Torch Lake - 6 min drive - 6.2 km
  • Boyne Mountain - 37 min drive - 47.1 km
  • Traverse City Beach - 44 min drive - 68.9 km
  • Front Street - 50 min drive - 74.4 km

Getting around

  • Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Torch Lake Cafe - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Side Door Saloon - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Blue Pelican Inn - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Torch Lake Cafe - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪The Club - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

The Flat | a Wanderlust Abodes property

Summary:

eclectic flat | Knowles Creek view

2 bedrooms | sleeps 4 | laundry | kitchenette fire by the creek | 4 miles to Torch Lake



The Space:

The Flat is a 394-square foot 2-bedroom unit. It has been updated from floor to ceiling; the cozy space has been thoughtfully appointed. The Flat has thoughtful & varied amenities. In-Room Air Conditioning, Professional Hair Dryer, Boutique Bath Products, Robes, Incredible Linens, Complimentary Wireless Internet, Clothing Steamer, Fan, In-Room Heaters & more available upon request.



Bedroom #1 has a queen bed with a small sitting area, which includes a table for 2 & lounge chair. Bedroom #2 has a queen bed. The kitchenette is equipped with a Breville toaster oven, microwave, mini fridge, coffee maker & grinder. The Flat has its own washer & dryer. A powerful portable air conditioning unit is provided for your comfort. The bathroom has a tiled shower & double vanity.



Guests of The Flat may enjoy the creekside fire pit & our garden area—which includes seating, a hammock nestled between large trees & a charcoal grill.



Guest Access:

There is free parking on the property. Boat & snowmobile trailers can be accommodated.



Public access to Intermediate Lake—which connects to the Upper Chain of Lakes— is 1 block away. Torch Lake is 4 miles from The Flat.



Guests 12+ are welcome.



The Neighborhood:

The Flat is located on Main Street in downtown Central Lake, a quiet & quintessential Northern Michigan town. Central Lake rests on the shores of Intermediate Lake; public access is only a block away. Spend your days exploring all Northern MI has to offer—Central Lake is truly central & a great home base for day trips to popular destinations like Traverse City, Sleeping Bear Dunes, Mackinac Island, Fishtown, the wineries of Old Mission & Leelanau Peninsulas, Charlevoix, Boyne, Petoskey, & Bellaire.



Enjoy easy walkable access to some of our Central Lake favorites like Mammoth Distillery, Fudgees, & Bachmann's Store. Our local grocery store, Merrie's Market, is also less than a 5-minute walk.



Fishing, kayaking, SUP, biking & boating are all popular with guests. For local rentals, try Paddles & Pedals or Dewitt Marine.



Other Things to Note:

Our head mouser, Leo the black cat lives on the property & may try to sneak in, but he is not allowed ;-) You are more than welcome to feed him a can of tuna if you'd like.



There is an EV charger 2 blocks from The Flat, at Merrie's Market.



Interaction with Guests:

We do have a Property Manager close by in case of emergency, but guest of The Flat should not expect someone on-site.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Oven
  • Toaster oven

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Charcoal grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

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

General

  • Garden
  • Property does not allow children
  • Unit size: 394 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • This property does not allow children.
  • Note from host: This property does not allow kids under age 14.

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 and a first aid kit
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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is The Flat | a Wanderlust Abodes property to the airport?

This vacation home is 38 mi (47-min drive) away from the Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Flat | a Wanderlust Abodes property?

As of Jun 6, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Flat | a Wanderlust Abodes property on Jun 10, 2026 start from CA $200, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does The Flat | a Wanderlust Abodes property have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does The Flat | a Wanderlust Abodes property offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Flat | a Wanderlust Abodes property?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at The Flat | a Wanderlust Abodes property?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Flat | a Wanderlust Abodes property?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does The Flat | a Wanderlust Abodes property have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does The Flat | a Wanderlust Abodes property have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is The Flat | a Wanderlust Abodes property to downtown Central Lake?

This vacation home is 0.1 mi away from Central Lake.

The Flat | a Wanderlust Abodes property Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 3 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 3 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Xiaohe

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica H.

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

Comfy flat!

Place was nice and clean, beds were very comfortable, we had a short stay but enjoyed the little time we were there. Easy check-in and check-out. Head Mouser Leo was super sweet and friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sara S.

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

Cute and cozy

Stayed overnight for a wedding at the Boathouse on Lake Charlevoix. Hosts had wonderful communication and very accommodating.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023