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Lakefront Cottage Near Wineries + State Parks!

Cottage near Lake Michigan in Mears

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Interior
Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker
Exterior
Terrace/patio
TV, fireplace

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6750 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor Space
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace
  • Beach view

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Mears, MI
  • Place, Upper Silver Lake
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Golden Sands Golf Course
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Silver Lake State Park
    ‪9 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Mears

On lake.A stay at this cottage places you within half a mile (1 km) of Lake Michigan and 3 miles (5 km) of Golden Sands Golf Course. Also, Upper Silver Lake is within 3 miles (5 km) and Silver Lake State Park is within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Upper Silver Lake - 6 min drive - 3.2 miles
  • Golden Sands Golf Course - 7 min drive - 2.9 miles
  • Cedar Point Park - 8 min drive - 4.9 miles
  • Silver Lake State Park - 9 min drive - 4.5 miles
  • Craig's Cruisers Family Fun Center - 10 min drive - 6.3 miles

Getting around

  • Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 67 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Golden Eatery - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Open Hearth Grille - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Golden Sands Bucket Bar - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Lighthouse Grill & Gift Shop - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Sand Castle Restaurant - ‬10 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.

Lakefront Cottage Near Wineries + State Parks!

With stunning views of Lake Michigan, this 3-bedroom, recently remodeled 1-bath vacation rental is the ideal lakefront getaway! Spend leisurely days cruising Lake Michigan by boat, relaxing beachside, wine tasting at local vineyards, or exploring 2,000 acres of sand dunes at Silver Lake State Park. Back at 'Northern Nest,' make homecooked meals in the full kitchen, sip cocktails on the waterfront deck, and stargaze around the fire pit. S'mores, anyone?

-- THE PROPERTY --

Waterfront Views | Private Deck | Fire Pit

Centrally located near family-friendly attractions, wineries, and state parks, as well as access to Lake Michigan via an association beach a short walk from the property. This charming waterfront cottage is the best spot for your next lake Michigan retreat!

Bedroom 1: Queen Bed | Bedroom 2: Full Bed | Bedroom 3: Twin/Full Bunk Bed

MAIN FEATURES: Flat-screen TV, wood-burning fireplace, dining table, private deck w/ charcoal grill, fire pit, newly remodeled bathroom
KITCHEN: Fully equipped, stainless steel appliances, dishwasher, microwave, coffee maker, dishware/flatware
GENERAL: Free WiFi, linens/bath towels, ceiling fan
FAQ: No A/C
ACCESSIBILITY: Step-free access, single-story property, stairs/steep hill required to access lower yard & nearby beach
PARKING: Driveway (2 vehicles)

-- THE LOCATION --

LAKE MICHIGAN (on-site activities): Swimming, boating, fishing, water sports, kayaking
OUTDOOR DESTINATIONS: Silver Lake State Park Off-Road Vehicle Area (3.8 miles), Silver Lake State Park (4.1 miles), Hart-Montague Bicycle Trail Park (9.8 miles), Mears State Park (12.0 miles), Stearns Park (30.2 miles), Ludington State Park (36.3 miles)
OUTDOOR RECREATION: Wave Club Water Sports (4.2 miles), Craig's Cruisers (5.1 miles), Mac Woods Dune Ride (6.5 miles), Sportsmen Charters (11.3 miles)
ATTRACTIONS: Little Sable Point Lighthouse (8.3 miles), Lewis Adventure Farm & Zoo (16.7 miles), Gold Rush Indoor Waterpark (19.4 miles), Ludington Breakwater Lighthouse (29.9 miles), Michigan's Adventure (33.5 miles)
VINEYARDS: Fox Barn (8.0 miles), Pleasant Valley Farm and Vineyard (9.7 miles), Oceana Winery & Vineyard (18.0 miles), Rooster Ridge Vineyards (18.6 miles)
AIRPORTS: Muskegon County Airport (49.5 miles), Grand Rapids Airport (93.2 miles)

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-- 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: The property does not have air conditioning
- NOTE: While this single-story property offers step-free access, stairs are required to access the lower yard area. A steep hill is also required to reach the nearby beach

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Internet access

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Charcoal grill
  • Firepit
  • Patio

Comfort

  • Ceiling fan

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Hiking/biking trails
  • 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

  • Unit size: 750 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
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 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

Lakefront Wineries State Parks
New! Lakefront Cottage Near Wineries + State Parks Mears
New! Lakefront Cottage Near Wineries + State Parks Cottage
New! Lakefront Cottage Near Wineries + State Parks Cottage Mears
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Frequently asked questions

How close is Lakefront Cottage Near Wineries + State Parks! to the airport?

This cottage is 56.3 mi (67-min drive) away from the Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Lakefront Cottage Near Wineries + State Parks! have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this cottage.

How close is Lakefront Cottage Near Wineries + State Parks! to the beach?

This cottage is 3.5 mi (9-min drive) from Silver Lake State Park.

Does Lakefront Cottage Near Wineries + State Parks! offer free breakfast?

This cottage does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Lakefront Cottage Near Wineries + State Parks!?

No, there is no casino at this cottage.

What time is check-in at Lakefront Cottage Near Wineries + State Parks!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Lakefront Cottage Near Wineries + State Parks!?

Free parking is not available at this cottage.

Does Lakefront Cottage Near Wineries + State Parks! have a pool?

This cottage does not have a pool.

Does Lakefront Cottage Near Wineries + State Parks! have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this cottage.

How close is Lakefront Cottage Near Wineries + State Parks! to downtown Mears?

This cottage is 4.6 mi away from Mears.

Lakefront Cottage Near Wineries + State Parks! Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 33 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 33 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 33 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 33 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 33 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marcus C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful views
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

MaryJoan W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property has a beautiful view of Lake Michigan and the evening sunset. It was very clean, well organized, and nicely equipped. Our family was comfortable and truly enjoyed the stay .
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Matt

Amazing views

The view was amazing, the house was clean and plenty of space for 6.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Trina B.

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

Beautiful View

We very much enjoyed our stay here. Relaxing time at the house with anything needed. It was also a quick drive to town and a short walk to the beach. House was older but expected for a lakehouse. View of Lake Michigan and sunsets was fantastic.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Beautiful Cottage on the Lake

We enjoyed our stay in this cute little cottage with Lake Michigan in its backyard. What a view! A very clean and cozy place to stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen V.

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

Relaxing weekend

We recently stayed here for a long weekend and enjoyed the cottage; looking out of the large windows to Lake Michigan - which is right there - was amazing. The cottage was quite comfortable and clean - the 5 of us had plenty of room.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anurag S.

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

The View..The View!!!

Had a nice relaxing vacation with family. The view from the home is awesome right in the lake.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sam M.

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

Autumn stay on beach

I took my mom for a birthday celebration stay on the beach, and we loved it. The view is amazing, the decor was beautiful, very comfortable and homey. The communication with the host was easy and friendly. They were very informative and took care of our needs while we stayed there. We will definitely keep this on our list of destinations.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

David Z.

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Beach cottage in the dunes

Location was right on the lake, and across the lane from the dunes, but the cottage was a bit tired and not as up market as the photos depicted.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Birthday Adventure at the Northern Nest

The experience was amazing. We enjoyed the stay and the cottage was very very clean and decorated in a beachy theme throughout the complete cottage. Towels and bedding was top of the line soft and silky. The view was perfect looking out on Lake Michigan front view seat. The drive back into the private secluded cottage in the woods was also nice. I would stay again - privacy, cleanliness (house keeping people was amazing), decor was beautiful. Thanks again for the wonderful cottage stay and hoping to see you again in the future.
Verified

8/10 Good

holly f.

Liked: Cleanliness, location
Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy

No air conditioning

Beautiful view, peaceful
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kim M.

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

Some Quality Time

This property propelled us into a togetherness. The water with the beautiful sunsets, the bonfires, the walk to the beach to swim. The kids, ages 4 & 7 loved the bunk beds We would go back again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Paula

Cozy house on the water

We enjoyed our weekend on the lake at this cozy house on Lake Michigan. Excellent water views & nearby (walkable) beach/dunes at Silver Lake State Park. House is small but nicely decorated & very clean. Firepit is a nice touch for campfire on next to the lake. Fyi for longer stays it could be challenging since no washer/dryer.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tracy R.

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

Beautiful View

This charming cottage was perfect for our long weekend vacation. The view was breathtaking and it almost felt like we were looking at an ocean. The breeze was lovely and the sound of crashing waves was calming. The floor plan was laid out nicely based on the space and the neighbors were pleasant. Thank you for allowing us to utilize your space for We are grateful!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Cheri T.

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

Gorgeous view!

This cottage takes a little bit to navigate to but the views upon arrival are worth it! The cottage is cute and clean and has the basic necessities. It’s been refreshed but it is still an older place so there are some things that come with that, like quirky heaters (we were there in April, still cool enough to need some heat at night), and outlets that don’t accept three-prong plugs (there are a few adapters in some of the outlets than can be moved around). None of that was enough to lessen our enjoyment but don’t go in expecting a brand new fancy schmancy locale. We loved it here and would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Cassandra P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

Nice view of the lake

It was a nice clean cabin, recently redone. Lack of privacy, needs curtains or blinds facing the very close next door neighbors house. Was uncomfortable having the lights on in the house at night because of extreme visiblity from the outside looking into the house. The Neighbors are close enough to can hear them talk. View of the lake was amazing,
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Darlene F.

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

Lake Michigan VIEW

The cottage was cute and cozy. I have a thing for screened porches, and they had one with water view. The window view was wonderfully close to the water. My cousin and I sat in their comfy chairs with an ottoman for each of us. It was hard to get out of the chairs because the waves were wonderful and the sunsets were magnificent. Our visit was quiet and relaxing. The cottage appears to be an older one that has been updated with cabinets, furniture, etc. I thoroughly enoyed my stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

6/10 Okay

Royce Dean Pipes I.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness

Beautiful location overpriced

The place was decent and the pictures make it look worth the price. The cleaning fee was very high and was ended up cleaning up a number of things right when we arrived, and its a lot smaller than it looks. Cleaning few needed to be about $75. The shower in the bathroom is a hack job and spews water through the gap in the bottom of the door. The bedrooms are ok but the closet doors are just more of the incompleteness. Totally a work in progress being funded by overpriced rental cost and inflated cleaning fees. We were fooled into thinking it was a spectacular cottage but it was really only just ok. The good stuff: The location is amazing and the sunset over the water combined with the proximity to the dunes and national beach made it worth staying. Been to many that were significantly better at the same price though.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve P.

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

Dunes summer vacation

AMAZING. If you love the beach and want to be near the dunes this house is wonderful. You can’t beat the view! It was very cute, nicely remodeled and clean. It had everything we needed for our stay. The bathroom was nicely remodeled also with a big shower. It was hot when we were there, I was worried it would be sticky without A/C but with the windows open and the fans it very comfortable. The bed was so comfortable! The beach is just a short walk and is our favorite beach in the area. You do have to accommodate a fairly steep hill to the beach. There are side ropes and a beach mat on the path to assist you but for someone that has health issues it may be difficult. We had no problem and our grandchildren easily maneuvered it as well all while carrying chairs and beach toys. You can hear the vehicles on the dunes but for us that wasn’t a problem at all. The deck was nice with a great view. We especially enjoyed the fire pit. Great campfires with the sound of waves crashing on the rocks - very therapeutic. We will definitely be coming back to this house!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

James J.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Lakefront cottage

The view of the lake from the living room and patio was lovely. Definitely the best thing about the house and why we rented it. It was great for a relaxing stay. Negatives: the screens on the windows had large holes and very dirty window sills, which was bad as there's no air conditioning. Also the cottage was a little musty smelling so we definitely wanted the windows open. The beach was a further walk than we realized, and too far to carry the kayaks. As we didn't have a truck that meant we weren't able to use them, which was disappointing as that was one of the things we were looking forward to (I mistakenly thought from the photos that we could put them in in front of the house). Also, the beach that was supposed to have private access was a state park, with a fence separating ATV's and dune buggies from the water. So unless you have a dune buggy, it wasn't a nice place to be. We were able to take a lovely long walk to the lighthouse, which got us away from the noise and bustle.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl S.

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

The house was beautiful!

The house was beautiful and right on Lake Michigan! Perfect for the two night stay on a gorgeous weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

6/10 Okay

Jordan Y.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Nice

Beautiful views of the property. The house wasn't as clean as I would have expected and there were small gnats flying all over the kitchen.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Rog

Beautiful Lake Michigan View!

This is our second stay. We love the water view, and always enjoy a bonfire (wood provided). Lovely, cozy and clean cottage. Fans are provided. There's a large deck. Grill provided. FYI, there is no way to access the water or shoreline in front of this cottage, but a 10 minute walk will take you down a steep path to Lake Michigan. There is a little noise from the dune buggies driving on the dunes at Silver Lake during the summer. We rented an ATV to enjoy the dunes! Or catch a ride on Mac Wood's Dune Rides. Short drive to Mears for a few restaurants, ice cream, Craig's Cruisers, Little Sable Point Lighthouse, Lavender Labyrinth, Country Dairy Farm has cool tours/food, and Lewis Adventure Farm & Zoo is not to far.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy G.

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

Short distance from many activities

Beautiful lake, dunes very close easy to get to Pentwater, Ludington etc.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Hidden gem!

We absolutely loved staying here! It was clean and decorated so cute. It is within walking distance to the sand dunes! It is also close to a wooded area that was perfect for walks as well. Tip: if bringing a trailer for sand dune toys you can park your trailer at Silver Hills campground overflow lot for $20/weekend.