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Great Bear Lake Home w/ Private Dock & Fire Pit!

Beachfront vacation home near kayaking in Grand Junction

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A dining area with a table set for four, wooden walls, large windows, and a view of a lake.
A bedroom with a large bed, a smaller bed, a dining table, and a door leading to a balcony.
A cozy living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, a television, and large windows overlooking a body of water.
A dining area with a table set for four, surrounded by wooden chairs, a ceiling fan, and a view through glass doors.
A residential house with a garage, a tree in the yard, and a body of water in the background.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 122649 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

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Grand Junction, MI
  • Place, Great Bear Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, South Beach
    ‪32 min drive‬
  • Place, North Beach
    ‪32 min drive‬
  • Airport, Kalamazoo, MI (AZO-Kalamazoo-Battle Creek Intl.)
    ‪50 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Grand Junction

On the beach.A stay at this vacation home places you within half a mile (1 km) of Great Bear Lake and 3 miles (5 km) of Jeptha Lake Golf Course. Also, Saddle Lake is within 3 miles (5 km) and North Scott Lake is within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Great Bear Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • South Beach - 32 min drive - 22.7 miles
  • North Beach - 32 min drive - 22.5 miles
  • Western Michigan University - 44 min drive - 35.4 miles
  • Gun Lake Casino - 50 min drive - 47.1 miles

Getting around

  • Bangor Station - 23 min drive
  • Kalamazoo, MI (AZO-Kalamazoo-Battle Creek Intl.) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Neighbors House - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Frida’s Cantina - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪E&L Sazon Oaxaqueno - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Country Fare Restaurant - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Blinker's Diner - ‬20 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.

Great Bear Lake Home w/ Private Dock & Fire Pit!

You'll feel right at home on the shore of Great Bear Lake thanks to this 4-bed, 2.5-bath vacation rental! The home features a spacious Seth Peterson-styled layout that'll easily accommodate your group with the help of amenities like a fully equipped kitchen and a game room with a tennis table. Beyond lake activities, the property also provides quick access to blueberry and Amish country, along with cycling/hiking on the Kal-Haven Trail, 3.2 miles away. For city luxuries, venture to Kalamazoo!

-- THE PROPERTY --

Recent Renovations | Off-Street Parking | Sunset Lake Views

Perfect for a family or friend reunion, this lakefront property offers something for everyone - lake and outdoor amenities, a full kitchen, plenty of space to relax, and so much more!

Bedroom 1: Queen Bed, Twin Bed | Bedroom 2: King Bed | Bedroom 3: Full Bed, Full Bed | Bedroom 4: Queen Bed, Twin Bed

OUTDOOR LIVING: Furnished deck, private dock, gas grill, outdoor fire pit, picnic table, kayaks, pontoon paddle boat w/ ladder & anchor (4-6 people total), beach chairs
KITCHEN: Fully equipped, ceiling fan, toaster, microwave, dishwasher, drip coffee maker, 4-person dining table
INDOOR LIVING: Game room/garage w/ a ping pong table, sunroom w/ a 6-person dining table, flat-screen cable TV, Blue-ray player, 2 ornamental fireplaces (for display only), board games
GENERAL: Free WiFi, linens/towels, keyless entry via garage door
PARKING: Driveway (3 vehicles), additional off-street parking across the road (4 vehicles)

-- THE LOCATION --

GREAT BEAR LAKE: Swimming, fishing, boating
ADDITIONAL LAKES: Lake Michigan via South Haven (16.3 miles), Saddle Lake (5.5 miles), Muskrat Lake (7.4 miles)
OUTDOOR RECREATION: Kal-Haven Trail Sesquicentennial State Park (3.2 miles), Bittersweet Ski Resort (20.6 miles), Lions Park (11.3 miles), Harbor Shores Golf Club (37.0 miles)
BLUEBERRY PICKING: Brookside Farms, Gobles (6.9 miles), True Blue Farms (5.8 miles), Sunshine Blueberry Farm (6.7 miles)
WINERIES: Mcintoch Cellars (16.3 miles), Wyncroft Marland Wine (17.9 miles), Warner Vineyards - Paw Paw (18 miles)
DAY TRIPS: South Haven historic town center shopping and Lake Michigan beaches (17.0 miles), Saugutuck Resort Town (23.0 miles), Kalamazoo (26.9 miles), Lake Michigan Beach (28.3 miles), Harbor Shores Golf Club (37.0 miles)
AIRPORT: Kalamazoo/Battle Creek International Airport (32.0 miles), Gerald R. Ford International Airport Grand Rapids (60.0 miles)

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-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- No pets allowed
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- No wave runners or speed boats allowed due to township ordinance
- Guests must get approval from Guest Contact prior to bringing a boat
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: The property requires stairs
- NOTE: Both fireplaces are only for decorative purposes

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Limited onsite parking (max 4 spaces)
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • TV with cable channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Dock
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycles
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,649 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Minimum check-in age: 25

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

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

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Great Bear Lake Home w/ Private Dock & Fire Pit! to the airport?

This vacation home is 31.9 mi (52-min drive) away from the Kalamazoo, MI (AZO-Kalamazoo-Battle Creek Intl.) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Great Bear Lake Home w/ Private Dock & Fire Pit! have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Great Bear Lake Home w/ Private Dock & Fire Pit! to the beach?

This vacation home is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Great Bear Lake Home w/ Private Dock & Fire Pit! offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Great Bear Lake Home w/ Private Dock & Fire Pit!?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Great Bear Lake Home w/ Private Dock & Fire Pit!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Great Bear Lake Home w/ Private Dock & Fire Pit!?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Great Bear Lake Home w/ Private Dock & Fire Pit! have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Great Bear Lake Home w/ Private Dock & Fire Pit! have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Great Bear Lake Home w/ Private Dock & Fire Pit! to downtown Grand Junction?

This vacation home is 4.8 mi away from Grand Junction.

Great Bear Lake Home w/ Private Dock & Fire Pit! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 38 out of 40 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 40 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 40 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 40 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 40 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amanda W.

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

Great family getaway

Very family friendly lake house - we very much enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Julia M R.

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

Great stay

The house and lake were as described and had everything we needed for a fun stay. Would love to stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Matthew B.

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

Wonderful Lakehouse

Amazing property and location. Set up with everything one needs to enjoy the lake!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Always a great stay!

This was our second time coming to the cottage. The size and setting are the perfect fit and Karen is the perfect host. We're always impressed with how well cared for and maintained the home is. Thank you for letting us enjoy your family's home!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Bette

Perfect lake trip!

The home was clean and welcoming! There was lots to do for both adults and kids! Karen was friendly and very communicative!Perfect family trip to the lake!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Laura B.

We had a wonderful time at Great Bear Lake. We stayed with some of our kids and grandkids. The vacation home was comfortable and well-equipped. There are lots of things indoors and outdoors to keep the kids happy.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Leigh W.

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

Amazing

We had a great time - the property is amazing. We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Colleen W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean, organized, and comfortable home. Easy to find, great location, and well stocked place, Karen texted a few times to share information, and to check on our comfort. She was so helpful!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Vicki P.

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

Great place for family gathering

We reserved this property last year for my husband’s birthday. We enjoyed it so much that we went back again this year and plan to next year as well. The guys enjoyed fishing and got enough for a fish fry. The kids loved the sandy beach and we all enjoyed the toys they left for us to use. Karen rocked - she made sure we had everything we needed and was a perfect host.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brian C.

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

Childhood Friends Who Are Now 30+

We take an annual trip as a group of friends to a lakehouse, and this location was absolutely superb. We will be returning in future years. The paddle boat and lily pad were big hits. The beds and seating were all comfortable. Great distance to local activities.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Belinda B.

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

Fun Family Retreat

While this is an older “vintage” house with some updates, it had plenty of room and was well-stocked with all the necessities and extras both inside and out. The owner was quick to respond when we had an issue and was helpful in other areas as well. We enjoyed the kayaks, fire pit, and the yard games. We were a little farther from South Haven than we wanted, but being at the lake was great and peaceful.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Vicki P.

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

Great place with sand beach

Our family meet at the property to celebrate my husband’s birthday. Karen was a perfect host and returned messages quickly. The property was clean and full of nostalgia and was a perfect fit for our group. The fishing was great and we caught enough for dinner. The sandy portion of the beach was perfect for the little kids. Everyone enjoyed the paddle boat and the dock. I would highly recommend this for a group who wants to enjoy time together.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Kari

Wonderful Getaway

We chose this house for our annual vacation. Since we have 4 kids ranging from 9-22, it can be difficult to find places that everyone enjoys. This time we all agreed we had a wonderful time. The home has many bedrooms that offer a lot of privacy. The lake was shallow enough for the little ones but our older ones were able to kayak and paddleboat around the lake. We enjoyed the fully stocked amenities that came with the house. There was no need to pack sand toys or even towels and blankets. We enjoyed our great week away. Thanks Karen!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Mom E.

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

Everything was nice except the neighbors.

Our small beach had a lot of geese poop. Was not a good place for little ones to play. We let my 2 year old grandson play in the next door neighbor’s sand with his father supervising him. They didn’t like that. It was a downer for our vacay. Other than that everything was nice.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Justin N.

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

What a Wonderful Home!

We enjoyed the cozyness of the house, the access to the beautiful lake right in the back yard, the kind neighbors, the short drive to Lake Michigan. Communication with the owner was fantastic! The house had kayaks, a canoe, water toys for the kids to play with in the lake, the peddle boat and private dock. We cooked in the kitchen often and it had everything we needed. We grilled out several times and again, had everything we needed. There were plenty of towels and blankets, and I appreciated the access to the laundry room where we did several loads during our stay. The family had fun playing ping pong in the garage and cornhole in the back yard. The neighborhood was quiet and peaceful and it was fun for us to explore the area. We would certainly come back to this house again. What a wonderful experience!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Erica W.

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

Great for kids

Awesome sandy bottom, great for little kids to swim. Great fishing off the dock, the paddle boat was perfect! House was clean and big enough space, excellent communication. We will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stacy T.

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

Fantastic weekend

Our group had the best time!! FYI the evolve property managers are not super prompt when you have questions leading up to the weekend….but 48 hours before you get introduced to karent who is fantastic!!! I kept reading reviews of karen who is helpful and thought I was crazy cuz I didn’t know who that was lol. Amazing lily pad to float on, water was amazing, nice quiet lake—10/10 would recommend!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

David Czapski

Annual trip, already looking forward to next year

We have been staying here a few years now and it is always a great experience. Karen is great to work with, and a wonderful host! The house has everything you need, and then some.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Chris H.

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

We had such a great time. Everything you need for outdoor activities

Great for a family of 12. The lake is sandy at the shore. Kayaks and peddle boat was a plus. Not much traffic on the lake which was also a plus. The garage has a ping pong table that was fun for tournaments. We will definitely come back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Kelli Drotar

This is my childhood home !

I just stumbled upon your advertisement while showing a friend the beautiful lake I grew up on...it was so wonderful to see that now it is a vacation rental so that many people can experience the wonder of Great Bear Lake as I was blessed to experience in my childhood ! By the way the photos of the sunset is EXACTLY how it is virtually each and every night ! Enjoy future renters !
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Roger S.

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

Fantastic

The property owner was extremely helpful and a pleasure to talk to. We would most certainly love to come back again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Kathryn

Homey House

This house has a great deck and porch and lots of toys and games for all ages. The dock, pedal boat and kayaks are a plus and the sandy area near the water is super for young kids. Plenty of dishes, utensils, and other kitchen items. Large grill is great for cooking lots of food quickly. Owner provides lots of helpful information before the stay and is very responsive. There are a number of personal items in the house which can be positive or negative, depending on what you are looking for. Large number of parking spaces in the driveway and across the street.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Theresa

Always a great time!

This is our 2nd stay at this home and everything went just as well as last year. The house has plenty of room, is clean and comfortable. The lake is awesome. We went kayaking and swimming. Karen was super helpful and friendly (again!). This is going to be our annual vacation house for our family reunion. Highly recommend!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne M.

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

Great Bear Lake House

This was a very comfortable and well equipped house on a quiet and very pretty lake. We enjoyed using the kayaks and pedal boat as well as swimming and sunning on the floating platform. The sandy area and shallow water were perfect for the toddler in our family group. The deck was great for outdoor meals. We hope to return next year.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

jim k.

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

piece of heaven

cottage perfect, lake perfect, weather perfect
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2020