Enjoy exquisite Torch Lake right on the water. Just north of Alden, you won’t find a better location on Torch. Built in 1910, the cottage has up-north charm with all the modern amenities. We have a patio by the water, a dock, and a mooring buoy. Ideal for for families or a group of adults seeking a relaxing getaway. (Not a party rental.) We also own the cottage next door: combine the rentals for a family reunion to accommodate up to 21 people. The space Everyone's favorite place to spend time indoors seems to be the screened-in porch which opens to the lake and shoreline on 3 sides. Here you can settle down in a comfy chair to enjoy Torch’s famous “Caribbean blue” stripes chase across the lake, or sip an evening glass of wine and watch the sunset pour molten light into the water. The large living room with its central stone hearth is a great spot to gather around a fire on a cooler evening or around the TV on a rainy day. Bedrooms are cozy and simple, with 2 queens, 1 set of twins, and 1 double-single bunk and classic cottage antiques. The property features a dock, a firepit by the lake, a lakeside patio with chairs and an umbrella table, and another patio with a grill off the kitchen. Nestled in among majestic trees and private cottages, the location offers privacy and quiet. Sandy shallows extend for dozens of yards off the rocky shoreline; we also have a dock a mooring buoy for your motorboat or pontoon boat. The charming town of Alden, with boutiques, dining, and public tennis courts and playground, is a 1/2-mile walk away. Nature preserves and well-maintained roads throughout the area also provide beautiful hiking and biking. My great grandparents, the Gardners, bought this property back in the 1880s, and it's been the beloved summer home to generations of my family. We trust our guests to be respectful of our treasured family legacy. Guest access Entire cottage and property