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Children's area
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV, fireplace
Beach

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire condo

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 101700 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Hot Tub
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Bellaire, MI
  • Place, The Legend
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Schuss Mountain
  • Place, Lake Bellaire
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪58 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Bellaire

In Bellaire .Stay at this Bellaire condo and you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of The Legend and 2 miles (3 km) of The Chief Golf Course. Hawk's Eye Golf Course and Lake Bellaire are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • The Legend - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • The Chief Golf Course - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Lake Bellaire - 7 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Short's Brewing Company - 7 min drive - 3.2 miles
  • Clam Lake - 25 min drive - 12.4 miles

Getting around

  • Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Short's Brewing Company - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Dockside - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Shanty Creek Resorts - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Toonies Fish & Steakhouse - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Escape to Fireside Retreat @ Shanty Creek -The perfect Northern Michigan Getaway

Escape to the Fireside Retreat at Shanty Creek—your perfect Northern Michigan getaway! Nestled in the heart of Summit Village, this charming 3-bedroom, 1700 sq. ft. condo offers comfort, adventure, and the best of resort life. Whether you’re here to relax, explore, or play, you’ll find everything you need just steps away.

Why You'll Love It:

Prime Location: Just across from the Lakeview Hotel & Restaurant, and within walking distance to The Shanty Bar and Sarducci's. You’re right in the middle of all the action!

Outdoor Adventure: A short drive to Schuss and Cedar Ski Hills, plus walking distance to the tubing hill for year-round fun. During the summer, enjoy nearby hiking, boating, and incredible lakeside views.

Spacious & Cozy: With 3 bedrooms and room for 10 guests, this condo has plenty of space to relax. The private deck overlooks tennis courts and the lush golf course—perfect for enjoying the beautiful Northern Michigan scenery.

Relax & Unwind: After a day of adventure, cozy up by the wood-burning fireplace (wood provided) or watch your favorite show on the flat-screen TV. The open, inviting living area and dining space are perfect for gathering with friends and family.

Fully Equipped Kitchen: Cook like a pro in the updated kitchen, stocked with everything you need for a gourmet meal—cookware, utensils, silverware, and appliances. Enjoy meals indoors or on the deck with stunning views!

Exclusive Beach Club Access: Just a short drive away, the private Beach Club offers swimming in Lake Bellaire, shuffleboard, basketball, grilling, a playground, and walking trails. Plus, a clubhouse for the ultimate beach day!

Endless Outdoor Adventures: Explore nearby natural wonders like Cedar River Natural Area, Torch Lake, and Glacial Hills Pathway. With top golf courses like Cedar River, Summit, and Schuss right at your fingertips, you're in for a treat!

Perks & Amenities:

Central A/C & Heat
Pool pass for Summit and Schuss Village pools
Washer/Dryer in the unit
All linens provided
Professional housekeeping & maintenance for a top-notch stay

Location:

5.5 miles to Lake Bellaire
10 miles to Torch Lake
33 miles to Cherry Capital Airport
A stone’s throw away from world-class golf courses!

Booking Guidelines:

Must be 25+ to book
Maximum occupancy: 10 guests
No pets, no smoking, and no parties (service animals with documentation welcome)

Come experience the best of Northern Michigan at Fireside Retreat—where relaxation, adventure, and memories await! Book your stay today and make your next getaway unforgettable!

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in the condo: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • 26 steps to reach entrance
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • No elevator
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near the marina
  • Next to a golf course

Things to do

  • Heated pool
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Property located in a resort
  • Unit size: 1,700 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Rules

Resort Quiet Hours are 11pm to 7am. Please be kind to your neighbors.

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadbolt lock
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 smoke detector and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Escape to Fireside Retreat @ Shanty Creek -The perfect Northern Michigan Getaway to the airport?

This condo is 36.2 mi (47-min drive) away from the Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Escape to Fireside Retreat @ Shanty Creek -The perfect Northern Michigan Getaway have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this condo.

Does Escape to Fireside Retreat @ Shanty Creek -The perfect Northern Michigan Getaway offer free breakfast?

This condo does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Escape to Fireside Retreat @ Shanty Creek -The perfect Northern Michigan Getaway?

No, there is no casino at this condo.

What time is check-in at Escape to Fireside Retreat @ Shanty Creek -The perfect Northern Michigan Getaway?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Escape to Fireside Retreat @ Shanty Creek -The perfect Northern Michigan Getaway?

Free parking is not available at this condo.

Does Escape to Fireside Retreat @ Shanty Creek -The perfect Northern Michigan Getaway have a pool?

This condo features an indoor pool and an outdoor pool.

Does Escape to Fireside Retreat @ Shanty Creek -The perfect Northern Michigan Getaway have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this condo.

How close is Escape to Fireside Retreat @ Shanty Creek -The perfect Northern Michigan Getaway to downtown Bellaire?

This condo is 2.3 mi away from Bellaire.

Reviews

Escape to Fireside Retreat @ Shanty Creek -The perfect Northern Michigan Getaway Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 17 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 17 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 17 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Cory & Nicole M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Place was very clean, the host was very responsive. Wish there was more "basic" necessities available in the condo though, such as shampoo, salt/pepper, small things like that. Overall a great stay though.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne Marie M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice condo and amenities. Condo was very comfortable for our family. Great location to everywhere we wanted to go.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Nikki a.

Liked: Cleanliness
Prior to checkin I did receive our door code and where to park. That was it. Was not told where to find the pool pass or how to get the private beach access pass. My granddaughter just happened to find the pool pass hanging in the laundry room. Kitchen utensils were very limited. No tongs or updated cooking utensils. We finally found the folder with very limited instructions for where things are located. There was a delivery to the property owners which they did not let us know about, We were gone for the day and did not lock the door after the delivery. There was no information on checkout/ where to put the sheets from the bed and also the towels. Very little communication from property owners. My only real complaint about the actual condo/ was that the carpet area that was connected to the kitchen tile…you could feel the tack strips and when you walked barefoot it stabbed your feet.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Gary T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Check in was seamless. Kitchen was adequate except it would be nice to have an ice maker. The sliding glass door off the living room does not lock.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Rebecca M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family vacation

Enjoyed our stay here very much - lots of room for everyone and close to lakes!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Liz H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice property, enjoyed our stay
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason C., Chicago, IL

Liked: Cleanliness
Condo is very spacious and can’t beat the location at Shanty Creek. We loved being so close to the pools and restaurants. The Legend and Summit courses are also a short walk from the place, which was ideal. Definitely would stay here again next time we visit Shanty Creek. Thanks
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda D.

Liked: Cleanliness
It was very nice!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Winter Wonderland

It’s a great place for a family getaway. My grandsons loved it. We had the right amount of space. Clean and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jenny R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Awsome place close to shanty creek

Well kept with everything you need but the groceries. Full kitchen, three baths, three bedrooms, sleeps 10, great living room and three decks. Excellent! I also met housekeeping on the way out and she was a wonderful person who spoke highly of the owner. I suggest this place.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

John B., NYC

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice family condo. Great location

Spacious interior, good layout (bathrooms, bedroom, commons), nice big kitchen family room and large screen TV. Easy walk access to the strip of resort bar and eatery spots, playground, and beautiful lake and slope views behind the hotel (which also has nice coffee bar, and eating choices early and late). You can park to unload at a lower lot that is best for unloading bags, but also use the higher lot to walk with little ones into the rest of the adjoining resort and head out in the car for day trips. Our first time to this area in Michigan and it was wonderful.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robin D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Property

We stayed here during a conference and split the cost between people. The house is great...actually larger than expected. We had some power issues, but that was something outside of the properties control. The maintenance was very quick to respond and get us going again. I would highly recommend this property for any larger group. There were 5 of us, and it was perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashley V.

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome

We enjoyed our stay here. Very clean. I would highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

william k.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place

Really enjoyed our stay. I would stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

David J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic Shanty Rental!

Great property. Perfect location
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jonny G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location!

The rental was clean, as-advertised, and in a great location!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jamie R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family friendly

Was a great property. Clean, kitchen was very well stocked to accommodate the 9 of us that stayed. Amenities were easy to access. Parking outside the unit was a bit tight for our full sized truck, just an FYI for future guests. Overall was an excellent stay and would absolutely return!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024