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Secluded Bear Lake Getaway w/ Fire Pit & Porch!

Bear Lake accommodation with kitchen

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A cozy interior with wooden ceiling, a kitchen with wooden cabinets, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a living room with a sofa and a lamp.
A single-story house with a covered porch, a dining table with chairs, and a garage.
A room with a red wall, a wooden ceiling, a bed with a checkered quilt, a dresser, and a door.
A forest view through a window with bare trees and fallen leaves.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a white refrigerator, a microwave, a stove, and a window with a striped curtain.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 61000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Bear Lake, MI
  • Place, Bear Lake
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Crystal Mountain
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Place, Little River Casino
    ‪26 min drive‬
  • Airport, Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker)
    ‪28 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Bear Lake

In Bear Lake .You'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Bear Lake and 9 miles (15 km) of Lake Michigan. Also within 9 miles (15 km) are Arcadia Bluffs Golf Course and Wolf River Golf Park.

What's nearby

  • Bear Lake - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Arcadia Bluffs Golf Course - 16 min drive - 5.5 miles
  • Crystal Mountain - 21 min drive - 15.6 miles
  • Little River Casino - 26 min drive - 21.3 miles
  • Interlochen Center for the Arts - 45 min drive - 36.8 miles

Getting around

  • Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chestnut Hills Golf Course - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Lake and Latte - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Grille 44 - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Lake Side Cafe - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪MT Plate Diner - ‬15 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Secluded Bear Lake Getaway w/ Fire Pit & Porch!

Pack your swimsuits and head to Bear Lake for a scenic retreat at this 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom vacation rental! Nestled in a secluded area with ample outdoor entertainment space, this cozy cottage provides a comfortable place to enjoy summertime festivities like fishing, boating, and hiking. Take a refreshing dip at Bear Lake, tee off at Chesnut Hills Golf Course, or catch some rays while hiking at the Sleeping Bear Dunes. Return home to roast marshmallows over the fire pit and stargaze!

-- THE PROPERTY --

Fire Pit | Covered Porch | ~6 Mi to Bear Lake

Bedroom 1: Full Bed | Bedroom 2: Full Bed | Living Room: Sleeper Sofa | Additional Sleeping: Pack ‘n Play

INDOOR LIVING: Smart TV w/ DVD player, TV w/ VHS player, DVDs & VHS tapes, board games, family dining table
OUTDOOR LIVING: Outdoor dining area, spacious yard, beach chairs & towels
KITCHEN: Well-equipped w/ microwave, coffee maker, blender, toaster, spices
GENERAL: Free WiFi, linens/towels, complimentary toiletries, portable A/C unit, electric heating, ceiling fans, keyless entry, trash bags/paper towels
SUITABILITY: 1 step required to access, single-story home
FAQ: 2 exterior security cameras (outward facing), self check-in & check-out
PARKING: Driveway (4 vehicles)

-- THE LOCATION --

OPT OUTSIDE: Bear Lake Boat Ramp (5.7 miles), Bear Lake Public Access (6.1 miles), Arcadia Marsh Boardwalk (6.8 miles), Arcadia Marsh Nature Preserve (7.4 miles), Portage Point Woods Preserve (10.0 miles), North Point Park (11.7 miles), Captain John Langland Park (12.2 miles), Green Point Dunes (15.6 miles)
EAT & DRINK: Grille 44 (4.8 miles), Lakeside Cafe (5.7 miles), Arcadia Ice House (7.3 miles), Rosie’s Place (9.0 miles)
TEE TIME: Chestnut Hills Golf Course (5.1 miles), Arcadia Bluffs South Course (6.2 miles), Arcadia Bluffs Golf Club (6.7 miles)
LOCAL ATTRACTIONS: Old Facefull (7.3 miles), Inspiration Point (8.9 miles), Arcadia Dunes: The C.S. Mott Nature Preserve (9.6 miles), Northern Michigan Dragway (11.1 miles), Portage Lake North Pierhead Lighthouse (11.8 miles)
AIRPORTS: Manistee County Blacker Airport (18.4 miles), Gerald R. Ford International Airport (149 miles)

-- REST EASY WITH US --

Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you'll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we'll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we'll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.

-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- No pets allowed
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: Your safety matters. This property features 2 exterior security cameras. Camera 1 is located on the front of the home, and camera 2 is located on the back of the home. The cameras are outward facing and do not look into interior spaces. The cameras record video and sound when activated by motion
- NOTE: The property has a large portable A/C unit that is sufficient to cool the living room, dining area, and kitchen. The bedrooms do not have A/C; however, there are ceiling fans in every room

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit
  • Patio

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 1,000 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

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

  • Children are welcome.

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.

Property is also known as

464136

Frequently asked questions

How close is Secluded Bear Lake Getaway w/ Fire Pit & Porch! to the airport?

This cottage is 18.2 mi (22-min drive) away from the Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Secluded Bear Lake Getaway w/ Fire Pit & Porch! have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this cottage.

How close is Secluded Bear Lake Getaway w/ Fire Pit & Porch! to the beach?

This cottage is 6.8 mi (20-min drive) from Pierport Beach and 17.2 mi (32-min drive) from Elberta Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Secluded Bear Lake Getaway w/ Fire Pit & Porch! offer free breakfast?

This cottage does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Secluded Bear Lake Getaway w/ Fire Pit & Porch!?

No, there is no casino at this cottage, but Little River Casino (26-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Secluded Bear Lake Getaway w/ Fire Pit & Porch!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Secluded Bear Lake Getaway w/ Fire Pit & Porch!?

Free parking is not available at this cottage.

Does Secluded Bear Lake Getaway w/ Fire Pit & Porch! have a pool?

This cottage does not have a pool.

Does Secluded Bear Lake Getaway w/ Fire Pit & Porch! have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this cottage.

How close is Secluded Bear Lake Getaway w/ Fire Pit & Porch! to downtown Bear Lake?

This cottage is 2.4 mi away from Bear Lake.

Secluded Bear Lake Getaway w/ Fire Pit & Porch! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 11 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 11 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 11 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place

Perfect location for our sleeping bear dunes trip
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Great stay!

The cottage was close to the lake and very clean and quiet. Nice cottage in the woods!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great cabin, worth the stay!

Loved this little cabin, perfect for our group before floating the Platte River. Secluded location, all the amenities, close to lots of things to do, clean, fun, and private.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location was great… Quiet and very dark at night so you could see all the stars. Extremely reasonable rate, 30 minutes from sleeping Bear dunes and all the nice little coastal cities, less than an hour to Traverse City. Highly recommend this property, very clean and great amenities.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Very secluded

This was a nice little house and meet our needs. Went there for a fishing trip for a week. We didn't realize just how secluded it was or
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a lovely woodlands home. Immaculately clean, comfortable, and well supplied. Bed was comfy, easy to adjust temps, nice to have a firepit. Great kitchen. For future guests, this home is remote and you may think you're on the wrong driveway, but navigation is accurate and driving instructions are perfect. A perfect getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

We loved our stay at the Bear Lake cottage!

The cottage was clean and very well stocked with everything we needed. All rooms were comfortable and roomy, a perfect space for 4 adults. Our host responded instantly to all of our questions and needs--this was especially appreciated. He brought a gas grill for us to use as well. The site is tucked in the woods and really quiet. We had no encounters and heard no noise from neighbors. Being slightly north of Bear Lake was a great location, easy drives to Sleeping Bear Dunes and to kayaking and fishing on the Manistee River. It was great to have a trouble-free, comfortable place to enjoy a Michigan getaway. You should reserve this spot early, I'm sure it books up!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024