Close to the beach.You'll find Lake Michigan and Little Sable Point Lighthouse within a 15-minute walk of this Mears cottage. Silver Lake State Park and Silver Lake are also within 3 miles (5 km).
Little Sable Point Lighthouse - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
Silver Lake State Park - 4 min drive - 1.4 miles
Silver Lake Sand Dunes Area Chamber of Commerce - 24 min drive - 13.3 miles
Electric Forest - 31 min drive - 26.8 miles
Michigan's Adventure - 41 min drive - 43.1 miles
Getting around
Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 69 min drive
Restaurants
Golden Sands Bucket Bar - 17 min drive
Frickin' Chicken Shack - 11 min drive
Sand Castle Restaurant - 11 min drive
Lighthouse Grill & Gift Shop - 7 min drive
Whippy Dip - 7 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.
Family Friendly Mears Cottage - Walk to the Beach!
Escape to the Great Lakes State with your family or friends and make this 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath Silver Lake vacation rental your next home away from home! This cottage features a fully equipped kitchen and access to Lake Michigan and Little Sable Lighthouse views under a mile away. Sip your morning coffee on the deck, then head down to the beach and catch some rays! Later, enjoy a cold beer at Big Hart Brewery or wine tasting at Fox Barn. End the night with roasted s’mores under starry skies.
-- THE PROPERTY --
New Cleaner Hired (Dec 2025) | Views of the Northern Lights (Seasonal) | Central Location | Kid Friendly | Outdoor Dining Area
Bedroom 1: Queen Bed | Bedroom 2: Queen Bed | Bedroom 3: Twin Bed w/ Twin Trundle | Bedroom 4 (Bunkhouse): Twin Bunk Bed, Twin Bed | Additional Sleeping: Pack ‘n Play
INDOOR LIVING: 2 Smart TVs, 2 flat-screen TVs, wood-burning fireplace (wood not provided), game table, 2 dining tables, game room w/ foosball table, board games, ceiling fans OUTDOOR LIVING: Gated wraparound deck w/ seating, wood-burning fire pit (wood not provided), gas grill (propane provided), post-beach foot wash area, lake views, outdoor shower KITCHEN: Refrigerator, stove/oven, dishwasher, dishware/flatware, cooking basics, full knife set, drip coffee maker, moka pot, french press, blender, Crockpot, microwave, toaster, ice maker, kids dinnerware, high chair GENERAL: Free WiFi, keyless entry, linens/towels, in-unit laundry, laundry detergent, trash bags, paper towels, hair dryer FAQ: Access only by stairs, no A/C, quiet hours (10:00 PM-9:00 AM) PARKING: Lower gravel driveway (2 vehicles), top gravel area (1 vehicle), no street parking allowed, no trailer parking allowed, no ATVs/4-wheelers/off-road vehicles
-- THE LOCATION --
OPT OUTSIDE: Community beach access (0.2 miles), Golden Township Park at Lake Michigan (0.8 miles), Mac Wood’s Dune Ride (2 miles), Silver Lake State Park (3 miles), Wave Club Water Sports (4 miles), Craig's Cruisers (4 miles), Silver Lake State Park Off-Road Vehicle Area (5 miles), Hart-Montague Bicycle Trail Park (9 miles), Mears State Park (19 miles), Sportsmen Charters (19 miles), Stearns Park (33 miles), Ludington State Park (37 miles) ATTRACTIONS: Little Sable Point Lighthouse (0.6 miles), Cherry Point Farm & Market (4 miles), Lewis Adventure Farm & Zoo (16 miles), Gold Rush Indoor Waterpark (19 miles), Ludington North Breakwater Light (33 miles), Michigan's Adventure (34 miles) VINEYARDS: Fox Barn (4 miles), Pleasant Valley Farm and Vineyard (12 miles), Rooster Ridge Vineyards (14 miles), Oceana Winery & Vineyard (14 miles) AIRPORTS: Muskegon County Airport (49 miles), Gerald R. Ford International Airport (92 miles)
-- REST EASY WITH US --
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-- POLICIES --
- No smoking - No pets allowed - No events, parties, or large gatherings - All of the neighbors are very nice and are very sensitive to the quiet hours. Please observe quiet hours from 10:00 PM-9:00 AM - Please turn off outdoor lights after 10:00 PM for stargazing - Additional fees and taxes may apply - Photo ID may be required upon check-in - NOTE: This property requires stairs to access - NOTE: The property has ceiling fans but does not offer air conditioning - NOTE: Firewood is not provided - NOTE: In response to guest insights, we’ve implemented improvements, including bringing on a new cleaner for the property
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
Garden
Unit size: 1,500 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
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, but service animals are welcome
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. 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
491570
Frequently asked questions
How close is Family Friendly Mears Cottage - Walk to the Beach! to the airport?
This cottage is 60.5 mi (69-min drive) away from the Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.
Does Family Friendly Mears Cottage - Walk to the Beach! have an airport shuttle?
Airport shuttle services are not available at this cottage.
How close is Family Friendly Mears Cottage - Walk to the Beach! to the beach?
This cottage is 1.1 mi (3-min drive) from Silver Lake State Park.
Does Family Friendly Mears Cottage - Walk to the Beach! offer free breakfast?
This cottage does not offer free breakfast.
Is there a casino at Family Friendly Mears Cottage - Walk to the Beach!?
No, there is no casino at this cottage.
What time is check-in at Family Friendly Mears Cottage - Walk to the Beach!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
Is there free parking at Family Friendly Mears Cottage - Walk to the Beach!?
Free parking is not available at this cottage.
Does Family Friendly Mears Cottage - Walk to the Beach! have a pool?
This cottage does not have a pool.
Does Family Friendly Mears Cottage - Walk to the Beach! have a spa?
There are no spa services available at this cottage.
How close is Family Friendly Mears Cottage - Walk to the Beach! to downtown Mears?
This cottage is 6.5 mi away from Mears.
Family Friendly Mears Cottage - Walk to the Beach! Reviews
Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
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Cleanliness
Reviews
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Jeff
Jun 30, 2023
Family vacay
Great place stay. Had a wonderful family vacation.
The location was great! The beach was beautiful! The kitchen had all the equipment we needed, but the beds were terrible. The master bed sloped to the left and was incredibly noisy and there was dog hair throughout the house.
We had a fantastic stay! The house is gorgeous! The property was perfect for my large family. We just loved sitting on the front porch watching the boats during the day and the stars at night!
Marian C.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Verified
6/10 Okay
Wendie L.
Jul 24, 2025
Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
The description of the property online differed from the actual property. The house smelled like dog and had hair on the floors in the kitchen and bathrooms. My family and I had to clean it first in order to be comfortable. We received a 200 refund because of this.
Wendie L.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Karen
Aug 1, 2024
Wonderful Home and Location
This property is wonderful! Spacious, relaxing and functional. Most importantly it felt like home. There is room for everyone, comfortable beds, and all the dishes needed for cooking and eating meals. Variety of games/puzzles for when the weather is poor and SO CLOSE to the beach when the weather is fantastic. Did I forget to mention the views - really stunning! Great for watching for ships and boats or just taking in that fresh blue water.Our group had lots of people coming and going, so it was nice to have inside and outside deck gathering areas. Stayed and entire week and glad we did. Got to enjoy the beach, the dunes/State Park, town and exploring around the area. Not too far from Hart, Pentwater, Ludington if want to go shopping, on a fishing charter, or out to dinner.Would recommend staying at Praline Woods 100 percent.
We really enjoyed experiencing a 'Pure Michigan' weekend at this home, which had amazing views of Lake Michigan and gorgeous sunsets each night. The only thing that was somewhat inconvenient was that the entire town of Silver Lake shuts down at 10:00 pm - as long as you are prepared for that you will be fine, but we had planned to get a pizza after going to the winery for live music Friday eve (highly recommend that by the way) because the Silver Pointe General Store was listed online as open until 11:00 but didn't answer their phone after 10:00. Then even when they are open until 10:00 they don't take pizza orders after 8:15 (?????) - so be prepared for this sleepy town and have food on hand where you are staying!
Renee C.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Verified
8/10 Good
Inna P.
May 31, 2023
Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Location
Neighborhood is not friendly
We had a group of 8 people and a child. The location and house are great. It is so close to Silver Lake and Michigan Lake. However, we had the issue with neighbors. When we came, the neighbor next to the door complained that we left our vehicle on the line between his property and the property that we rented. We moved our vehicle much close to the house as it was possible. Later ,the policeman came to the property and said the neighbors made a report of disruptive behavior such as driving 4-wheelers around the neighborhood. It was around 9 pm. Next day morning , we had breakfast at 10 am on the deck and turned on music. The owner of the house we rented and Evolve team contacted to me afternoon that a few neighbors complained about loud music. The owner asked me keep the noise outside down , especially in the evening. In my opinion, we didn’t listen music loud and made a noise . In short , we had a stressful weekend instead of enjoying a couple days off.