The Forge at Torch Lake: nearby lake access and boat ramp, boat trailer parking | Apartment in Central Lake

9.4 (21 Reviews) |   Pet Friendly   1 Bedroom  1 Bathroom  4 Guests
Central Lake Apartment | The Forge at Torch Lake: nearby lake access and boat ramp, boat trailer parking

1 Bedroom Apartment in Central Lake

A perfect retreat just steps away from everything Northern Michigan has to offer. Come and relax in a charming, vintage studio with all the comforts in a quiet wooded setting.
This cozy studio has a queen bed with luxury linens and a pull-out sofa, a full kitchen with vintage appliances, and a relaxing bathroom with rain showerhead. From charming vintage touches to modern amenities, you’ll feel right at home.
We’re conveniently located close to it all, but on 6 acres of serene, wooded privacy. At the top of the hill, enjoy a private picnic spot with views of Torch Lake and Old Mission Peninsula. Open the French doors and enjoy a book on your patio or take a quick walk across the street to Torch Lake. With 2 public access points within a 5 min walk for swimming or nonmotorized watersports and a short 5 min drive to the North Torch boat launch, the Caribbean blue water of Torch Lake is at your fingertips. Dozens of hikes, mountain bike trails and the entire Chain of Lakes are on your doorstep. If shopping, farmers markets, festivals, or nightlife are more your scene, we’re conveniently located between Bellaire, Charlevoix and Elk Rapids. On Sundays, walk next door to grab donuts at the iconic Brownwood Acres Country Store or shop their old-fashioned General Store. Check out a pop-up Mexican feast at Providence Farms. Pick peaches, cherries or apples at King Orchard. Or head out for ice cream with all the fixings at Fudgees in Central Lake.
With a classic Up North-feel, the Forge at Torch Lake is a comfortable retreat for exploring everything or letting it all soak in.

The Forge at Torch Lake: nearby lake access and boat ramp, boat trailer parking is located in Central Lake. The Forge at Torch Lake: nearby lake access and boat ramp, boat trailer parking provides accommodation, featuring Wellness Facilities, Fireplace/Heating, Balcony/Terrace, among other amenities. This Apartment features Wellness Facilities, Fireplace/Heating, Balcony/Terrace, to make your stay a comfortable one.

The Forge at Torch Lake: nearby lake access and boat ramp, boat trailer parking has 1 Bedroom , 1 Bathroom, and max occupancy of 4 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated Apartment because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this Apartment, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. Apartment has a friendly neighborhood, and the Central Lake has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the Apartment in Central Lake, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.

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Amenities

Air Conditioner
Parking
Pet Friendly
View
Ocean View
Balcony/Terrace
Security/Safety
Bedding/Linens
Wellness Facilities
Fireplace/Heating
Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
Child Friendly
Internet
Kitchen

Facility Overview

Air Conditioner
  • Heating
  • Air conditioning
Bathrooms
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Soap
  • 1 bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed
  • Dining table
Kitchen
  • Stovetop
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Oven
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
Laundry
  • Near laundromat
Ocean view
  • Beach towels
Parking
  • Onsite parking
Pet Friendly
  • Pet friendly
  • 1 total pets
  • Welcoming dogs only
Accessibility
  • Smoke-free property
Activities
  • Kayak on site
  • Cycling nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Water sports equipment
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
General
  • Recycling
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • On the lake
Internet
  • Free WiFi, with speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
Outdoors
  • Garden
  • Firepit
  • Patio
Security/Safety
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Skiing
  • Snowboarding and cross-country skiing nearby

Policies

Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 pm minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 12:00 pm
Child Policy
Children are welcome.
Event Policy
No events allowed
Pet Policy
1 total pets note from host: well behaved dogs welcomed. pets allowed service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees welcoming dogs only
Smoking Policy
Smoking is not permitted

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 host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed 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

Reviews

jill b.
Aug 31, 2025 11:33:05 PM
Review Score:   10
Summary: What a charming spot! This rental was perfect for us, a retired couple and our dog. I could also see it for a lovely romantic stay or for skiers. From the moment we walked in we were in love! This place was extraordinarily clean, ten stars for that.We used every inch of the place: we baked Aussie hand pies from Charlevoix in the old-school oven; we stored plenty of groceries in the vintage refrigerator (shout out to Eastport Market for their carry outs). We microwaved and used the stovetop. All in working order and everything we needed to do all those activities, dishes, sharp knives and pans etc.Loved the lighting options, dimmable switches everywhere you needed them. Handy for us old folks. Also reading lights, good because we were rained in for a couple of days...The weather cooled off while we were there, we hope to return and introduce our dog to swimming in the Lake next time. This is a fantastic location, 20 min from Alden, Elk Rapids, Charlevoix, Bellaire- and for those with childhood memories- across the street from Brownwood Acres! My ten year old self was so thrilled! We hope to return again soon.
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