Fourteen newly renovated rooms with premium bedding, a hot tub, sauna, cold plunge, speakeasy lounge, firepits, lawn games, and pickleball courts create a polished home base for Torch Lake weekends.
From the rooms and kitchen to the lounge, wellness spaces, and outdoor gathering areas — a closer look at this social resort at Torch Lake.
Torch Lake and the south shore from above.
The famous Torch Lake Sandbar, just steps from the lodge.
The lodge tucked near Torch Lake and the Sandbar.
Golden-hour arrival with Torch Lake in view.
The full resort-style grounds, from pavilion to firepit.
Outdoor gathering spaces designed for long lake days.
Torch Lake at sunset from the south shore.
Pavilion, lawn games, and firepit seating in one easy flow.
Covered pavilion seating with a glimpse of Torch Lake.
A relaxed evening seat near the pavilion.
A quiet view from the pavilion toward Torch Lake.
Lawn games with the lake in the distance.
The lodge sign framed by lawn games and flowers.
Group-friendly lawn games outside the lodge.
Firepit evenings made for stories and smores.
Outdoor grilling for easy group meals.
Grill-ready details for casual lake meals.
Smores supplies ready for the firepit.
The wellness area with hot tubs, sauna, and cold plunge.
A clean overhead look at the outdoor wellness zone.
The wellness area from above at golden hour.
Barrel sauna and hot tub details ready after lake time.
A hot tub soak with the firepit lounge nearby.
Fresh towels beside the bubbling hot tub.
A tucked-away hot tub corner beside the trees.
Outdoor shower for rinsing off after lake days.
Simple outdoor shower details in warm wood.
A polished pickleball court tucked into the trees.
Pickleball seating and gear ready for guests.
Pickleball paddles and ball available for play.
Bocce and a fire table create a quieter corner to gather.
Bocce court tucked beside the lodge.
A playful bocce rules sign beside the court.
A first glimpse of Torch Lake through the lobby doors.
The welcome lounge with warm wood and soft seating.
Indoor lounge space for games and gathering.
Foosball and board games for rainy-day hangs.
Shuffleboard leading into the Social Side lounge.
The Speakeasy poker room with warm, moody lighting.
Poker table details for late-night games.
The group kitchen connecting to the indoor lounge.
A full kitchen for lodge buyouts and shared meals.
Kitchen island, storage, and stainless appliances.
Torch Lake has always been a place where people come together: friends meeting at the sandbar, families returning summer after summer, and new visitors finding their Northern Michigan rhythm.
The Sandbar Lodge at Torch Lake was created to capture that spirit of connection. The property is set near Torch Lake and the sandbar, giving guests a polished home base with renovated rooms, premium bedding, thoughtful communal spaces, firepits, courts, and wellness amenities for relaxed Torch Lake stays.
Fourteen completely renovated rooms with premium bedding, warm finishes, and a quiet upscale feel. Designed for couples, families, friend groups, wedding weekends, and full-lodge stays.
A newly renovated room for two with a king bed, premium bedding, warm wood details, and an upscale resort feel.
Built for families and friend groups — two queens, comfortable space, and easy access to the social side of the resort.
A King Lodge Suite and Two Queens Lodge Suite joined for families, wedding parties, and friends who want space together.
A six-room lodge block made for close-knit groups, family weekends, and smaller celebrations at Torch Lake.
A private eight-room lodge block for larger groups who want to stay close without taking over the full property.
A private three-bedroom, two-bath South Torch Lake getaway with lake views, deck space, and resort amenity access.
Reserve the full lodge plus The House for weddings, retreats, and milestone weekends with private space, shared amenities, and room for everyone.
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The social heart of the resort — an open-air pavilion with deep chairs, shaded space, and room for guests to gather. Mornings with coffee, afternoons between lake plans, evenings outside as the property lights come on.
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Our intimate guest lounge is made for the after-lake part of the day — moody lighting, comfortable seating, music, and good company. We don't serve drinks, but you're welcome to bring your own and settle in.
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Torch Lake's legendary turquoise shallows and famous sandbar are close by, while the resort itself is set back from the water near Torch Lake. Guests get the energy of a social property with easy access to the lake experience.
Plan Your Visit →The Sandbar Lodge is made for guests who want comfort, activity, and easy ways to gather: wellness rituals, friendly games, evening fires, and spaces that make group weekends feel effortless.
A warm soak after the lake, the courts, or a full day outside.
A quiet wellness ritual tucked into the rhythm of the property.
A refreshing reset for guests who like their lake days with a little contrast.
An intimate guest lounge for evening hangs, music, and good company.
Courts for friendly matches between lake days, group weekends, and easygoing resort afternoons.
An easygoing lawn game for slow afternoons with a drink nearby.
A simple classic for guests of every age and every group size.
Evening gathering spots for stories, s'mores, and one more hour outside.
An upscale new kitchen available with full lodge buyouts.
Each room includes one complimentary on-site car parking space. Boat and trailer storage is separate and can be arranged upon request across the street for $65 per night, subject to availability.
The Social Side of Torch Lake: long lake days, evenings by the fire, and a resort built for the people you came here to be with.
Weddings & private events
Full lodge buyouts give groups exclusive use of all fourteen lodge rooms, The House, the pavilion, the lounge, firepit spaces, and the upscale new kitchen. It is a private Torch Lake home base for wedding weekends, retreats, reunions, and milestone celebrations. Event image shown is a rendering; actual layouts and setup may vary.
Taylor Randazzo is a certified Yoga Instructor offering personalized movement and recovery sessions for guests of all experience levels. Known for her approachable teaching style, Taylor creates meaningful experiences whether you’re looking to weave intention into your stay, improve mobility, or recover after a day on the lake.
One person to know for both celebration support and restorative guest experiences.
Choose a one-on-one session shaped around your goals and pace, or create a shared wellness experience for couples, families, wedding weekends, retreats, and private gatherings.
The Sandbar Lodge is connected to the same hospitality team behind resort stays, group lodging, and short-term rentals across Michigan. That shared experience brings a thoughtful, guest-focused approach to every stay we create.
Contact Our Team →A family-owned Arcadia resort with cabins, lodge rooms, group stays, weddings, and resort amenities near Lake Michigan and Arcadia Bluffs.
Visit Pleasant Valley Resort → Rental PortfolioA short-term rental company with a broader collection of vacation homes and group-friendly properties for guests planning stays beyond Torch Lake.
Explore StayDog Rentals →Reserve a room on the south shore of Torch Lake, or inquire about a full lodge buyout for your group weekend.
