The Dragonfly Cottage

05/24/2026

05/14/2026

The Dragonfly now has a brand new dock with built-in lounge seating right over the water. The kind of spot where morning coffee turns into two hours of doing absolutely nothing. And honestly? That’s the point.

Calm mornings. Sunset views. Clear water. A front-row seat to lake life.

We can already picture guests ending their nights out here listening to the water and watching the sky change colors. 🌅

Northern Michigan summer can’t come soon enough. 🩵

05/13/2026

The 20th Annual Petoskey Stone Festival is THIS WEEKEND! Are you going?

05/01/2026

It may seem early to start thinking about Fall vacations, but the fall here is BEAUTIFUL and dates are already booking up fast.

Dates still available:
September 19 - 26
October 1 - 4
October 14 - 18

If you're looking to see beautiful fall colors, we'd love to host you!

Book your stay: thedragonflymi.com

04/29/2026

Summer is fully booked but we have some availability in September! If you’re looking for a nostalgic lake vacation, we’d love to host you 💛

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04/16/2026

Please say a prayer for Central Lake and Bellaire - that the waters subside and the dam doesn’t fail 🙏

03/18/2026

Two Prime Weeks This Summer!

Due to recent cancellations, we have two prime weeks that are now open this summer.
• June 27 - July 4
• August 15 - August 22

The Dragonfly Cottage is located in Central Lake on Intermediate Lake.

Book direct for the best rate at: https://www.thedragonflymi.com/
VRBO: https://www.vrbo.com/3544960

If booking direct, use code 2026DRAGONFLY to save $350 (valid until March 21, 2026 for August 15-22, 2026)

Location Details:
• 3.5 hours from Oakland County
• Wine, cider & Meade tasting nearby
• Less than 10 minutes to multiple restaurants like Short's
Brewery, Chloe's Chophouse, The Blue Pelican and more.
• Bike or hike Glacial Hills with 30 miles of scenic trails
• Visit Torch Lake, Lake Michigan, Sleeping Bear Sand Dunes, and Mackinac Island.

Cottage Details:
• 5 Bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, up to 12 guests
• Dogs Welcome! (we provide a dog bed, toys, bowls, leashes, and waste bags)
• 4 mini splits keep the cottage cool in summer
• Star Wars Pinball machine, record player, and board games
• Coffee bar, fully equipped kitchen, brand new couch, high-speed WiFi, extra large dining table, and more!

Outside Details:
• 2 Kayaks, 1 canoe and 1 paddleboat included
• 25 steps to the water from the back door!
• Bonfires by the lake
• Sunset dinners at the picnic table
• Lake side hammocks & games provided
• Brand new dock! We are installing a new dock this May. It's 88 foot long with a 10x10 platform at the end. The platform has two chairs and a table - perfect for watching the kiddos swim.

03/10/2026

Due to a guest cancellation, August 15–22 is now available at The Dragonfly, our 5-bedroom lakefront cottage in Northern Michigan.

August is one of the best times to be on the lake — warm water for swimming, long sunny days, and quiet evenings by the fire.

New this year
• Brand new 88-foot dock with table and chairs at the end of the dock
• New living room couch for relaxing after a full day on the water

The Dragonfly sits directly on Intermediate Lake between Bellaire and Central Lake, about 3.5 hours from Metro Detroit and 45 minutes from Traverse City.

Highlights of the property:

Just 25 steps from the house to the water with a private beach and dock. Use our kayaks, paddleboat, and canoe, or bring your boat.

Sleeps up to 12 guests
5 bedrooms + loft | 8 beds
• 2 king bedrooms
• 2 full bedrooms
• 1 bedroom with two queens
• Loft with twin trundle/daybed (great for kids)

One of the best swimming and fishing spots on the lake — shallow sandy entry for the first 30 feet, then a deep drop-off just past the dock. We provide fishing poles and tackle.

Dog friendly. We provide bowls, tie-out, dog bed, toys, collapsible crates, and potty bags.

Close to:
• wineries, breweries, cideries, and distilleries
• Glacial Hills hiking trails
• top golf courses including The Chief, A-ga-Ming, and Antrim Dells

At the house you’ll find co****le, chip-in, ladderball, basket toss, board games, and a pinball machine.

End the night at the lakefront firepit — we provide firewood and s’mores kits for summer guests.

Book direct to save up to 22%!

Direct booking: Thedragonflymi.com

Vrbo: https://www.vrbo.com/3544960

02/27/2026

Spend a weekend exploring the laid-back charm of Central Lake and Bellaire, Michigan. From Torch Lake sunsets to haunted inns, local tastings, and scenic hikes, this getaway has it all. Here is a guide on what to do if you're staying in the area: https://www.michiganlakevacations.com/blog/a-weekend-in-central-lake-bellaire-michigan-lakes-libations-laid-back-vibes

02/25/2026

RARE Summer Cancellation!

We almost never get peak summer cancellations… but this morning we did.

June 27 – July 4, 2026 is now open at The Dragonfly Cottage!

• Private lakefront on Intermediate Lake
• Just 25 Steps to the water's edge
• 2 Kayaks, Paddleboat & Canoe Included
• 5 bedrooms & 2 bathrooms
• Brand new 88 foot dock with table & chairs - bring your boat or rent one!
• Small sandy beach plus shallow entry - perfect for the kiddos and dogs.
• Fire pit by the water (wood & s’mores kit provided)
• Dog-friendly
• Vintage charm with updated comforts
• Sleeps your whole crew comfortably

Fourth of July week in Northern Michigan is one of the most requested stays of the entire year!

If you’ve been waiting for a true summer lake week, this is it.

Book direct to save up to 20%: https://www.thedragonflymi.com/book-your-stay

Vrbo: https://www.vrbo.com/3544960