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Stay in a Beautifully Restored 1895 Church, A Unique Bear Lake Getaway

Bear Lake vacation home with kitchen

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About the neighborhood

Bear Lake

In Bear Lake .Within 3 miles (5 km) of this Bear Lake vacation home, you'll find Chestnut Hills Golf Course and Glovers Lake. Misty Acres Preserve and Wolf River Golf Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Glovers Lake - 3 min drive - 2.7 miles
  • Chestnut Hills Golf Course - 4 min drive - 3.0 miles
  • Misty Acres Preserve - 7 min drive - 7.0 miles
  • Wolf River Golf Park - 8 min drive - 6.2 miles
  • Crystal Mountain - 11 min drive - 9.7 miles

Getting around

  • Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chestnut Hills Golf Course - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Iron Fish Distillery - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Grille 44 - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪MT Plate Diner - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Ketch 22 Food Truck - ‬14 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.

Stay in a Beautifully Restored 1895 Church, A Unique Bear Lake Getaway

Welcome to The Old Lighthouse Church at Bear Lake – a one-of-a-kind vacation rental where historic charm meets modern comfort. Originally built in 1895, this beautifully restored church has been transformed into a 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home that comfortably sleeps up to 10 guests (A California King bed, 2 Queen beds, 2 Twin beds and a Full bed).

Step inside and experience soaring ceilings, unique architectural details, and cozy living spaces perfect for families, couples, or groups. The open-concept living and dining area offers plenty of room to relax after a day of exploring Northern Michigan. Cook up a feast in the fully-equipped kitchen or fire up the BBQ grill outside for a sunset dinner under the stars.

Gather around the outdoor fire pit for s’mores and stories, or enjoy mornings with a cup of coffee in the yard that backs up to 2 wooded acres. With ample parking, this home is perfect for guests bringing trailers, toys, or extra vehicles.

Conveniently located right off Highway 31, you're just:

· 15 minutes from Crystal Mountain (skiing, golf, hiking)

· 15 minutes from Arcadia Bluffs Golf Course

· 20 minutes from Frankfort and Lake Michigan beaches

· 55 minutes from Traverse City

· 5 minutes to Bear Lake, with easy access to the Butwell Rd Public Beach

· 15 minutes to Crystal Lake

· Close to countless other lakes, rivers, ATV/snowmobile trails (including The Bear Lake Spur Trail that connects to 6500 miles of groomed trails), and scenic drives

Whether you’re chasing powder in the winter, hitting the golf course in summer, salmon fishing in the fall or just looking to unwind in a place filled with history and charm – this is your perfect sanctuary in Northern Michigan.

Book your stay today and make memories in this truly divine getaway!

No pets allowed.

Check us out on Instagram and Facebook! @1895lighthousechurch

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Stovetop

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoking not allowed

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby

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)

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

No glitter or confetti

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
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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Stay in a Beautifully Restored 1895 Church, A Unique Bear Lake Getaway to the airport?

This vacation home is 16.9 mi (19-min drive) away from the Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Stay in a Beautifully Restored 1895 Church, A Unique Bear Lake Getaway have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Stay in a Beautifully Restored 1895 Church, A Unique Bear Lake Getaway to the beach?

This vacation home is 10.4 mi (14-min drive) from Pierport Beach and 17.8 mi (21-min drive) from Frankfort Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Stay in a Beautifully Restored 1895 Church, A Unique Bear Lake Getaway offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Stay in a Beautifully Restored 1895 Church, A Unique Bear Lake Getaway?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Stay in a Beautifully Restored 1895 Church, A Unique Bear Lake Getaway?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Stay in a Beautifully Restored 1895 Church, A Unique Bear Lake Getaway?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Stay in a Beautifully Restored 1895 Church, A Unique Bear Lake Getaway have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Stay in a Beautifully Restored 1895 Church, A Unique Bear Lake Getaway have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Stay in a Beautifully Restored 1895 Church, A Unique Bear Lake Getaway to downtown Bear Lake?

This vacation home is 4.1 mi away from Bear Lake.

Stay in a Beautifully Restored 1895 Church, A Unique Bear Lake Getaway Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 10 out of 11 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 11 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 11 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

4.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kelly D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy place with lots of charm! Beds were comfy, my kids loved the large shower heads, and it was perfect proximity to Crystal Mountain for skiing. Thanks!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Tracy W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful restored church Very clean. We visited 2 casinos and family’s a ski day at Crystal Mt. Host was responsive Would of liked a drip coffee pot and more pans for large group. Really enjoyed book that showed a history of church and the restoration. Good location easy to find. Busy road
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jeret M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful place to stay! Very clean and well kept.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dale M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

James W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved it!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

fatima k.

Liked: Cleanliness
The check-in process was great for a large group. The place is very modern, clean, and comfortable. Great location to see the stars and enjoy some peace and quiet
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Makenna G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice property. My friends and I had a great time.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice place to stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Adriana

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
It’s a nice place, however there are no curtains anywhere in the house, therefore this is no privacy and this property is located in a transited area. The house had water leaks in the basement the night prior to departure, therefore there was the humid smell inside the house.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vishal K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Church where you can stay overnight

We spent a great time on the property. Everything was set up perfectly at the church. Even minor details are taken care of. I liked how they transformed it into a living place. The host was very responsive and handled all of our needs. One of the greatest stays we have ever had. Thanks for everything, host.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Loretta G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay at the Lighthouse Church

We had a wonderful stay. The hosts were excellent and accommodating. The property and church are beautiful. Beds were comfortable and everything was so clean. Highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025