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Bear Lake Dog-Friendly Home w Frontage, Dock

Beachfront vacation home perfect for exploring Bear Lake

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Terrace/patio
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior
Exterior
Property grounds

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

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2 bedrooms1 bathroom

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Beach view
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Bear Lake, MI
  • Place, Pierport Beach
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, Arcadia Bluffs Golf Course
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Place, Crystal Mountain
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Airport, Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker)
    ‪18 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Bear Lake

On the beach.You'll be within 2 miles (3 km) of Wolf River Golf Park and 6 miles (10 km) of James Lake with a stay here. Also within 9 miles (15 km) are Lake Michigan and Pierport Beach.

What's nearby

  • Portage Lake - 10 min drive - 8.5 miles
  • Pierport Beach - 13 min drive - 8.3 miles
  • Arcadia Bluffs Golf Course - 15 min drive - 9.4 miles
  • Little River Casino - 16 min drive - 14.9 miles
  • Crystal Mountain - 16 min drive - 14.6 miles

Getting around

  • Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chestnut Hills Golf Course - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Rosie's Place - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Grille 44 - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Lake Side Cafe - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Northern Natural Cider House & Winery - ‬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.

Bear Lake Dog-Friendly Home w Frontage, Dock

Private Family Home on Lake Street (US31) in the heart of Bear Lake - With a Dock! Property ID # 397894 – 2 Bedrooms, 1 1/2 Bathrooms, Sleeps 6. Sleeping Arrangements: All bedrooms are upstairs and include a King with day bed and trundle in one room and a King bed in the other.

This is a great place to stay for the whole family! Located right on Bear Lake, this affordable family home will be just the right place for you and the kids. Enjoy the private frontage and your personal dock right out the back door. This will be the escape you'll want to come back to year after year!

The rental is dog-friendly! Feel free to bring your furry friend. We simply ask that you include your pet when booking. There is an additional $15/night pet fee which will be added to the stay. Guests will be asked to not let pets upstairs when not attended.

* This home is located on Lake Street, also known as US31. The side gate and back deck is completely secure for kids or pets.

AMENITIES INCLUDE: air conditioning via 2 mini splits, blackstone grill, laundry, two kayaks (with paddles and adult life vests) and much more. High-speed Wifi, cable and Smart TVs are included. Pack n Play included for little ones!

The kitchen is fully stocked for everyday meal prep. Dishes, pots and pans, silverware, glass, etc. and drip and k cup coffee makers are available for guest use. Additional kitchen items include dishwasher, toaster, microwave and more. Also included: bed linens, bath towels, basic cleaning supplies and soaps (not personal soaps), and a starter set of paper products.

LOCATION: Only 16 miles from Manistee, 48 miles to Traverse City, 5 miles to Lake Michigan, 14 Miles to Crystal Mountain, and 40 miles to Sleeping Bear Sand Dunes, this wonderful location offers plenty of options for the whole family!

The Boardwalk Vacation Rentals Promise: To our guests, we promise a memorable and stress-free vacation. To deliver on this promise, we are committed to providing:

- Well-appointed and maintained rental properties
- Attentive responses to inquiries
- Exceptionally detailed cleaning
- Clear and proactive communication at appropriate intervals
- Properly stocked amenities
- Access to resources for enhancing the vacation experience

If we come up short with any of these, we strongly encourage you to contact us directly and we will make it right

Check in time is after 4:00PM and check out time is before 10:00AM. Please note that we are not able to accommodate early arrivals or late departures from May – September. Any request for additional time will depend on availability of the rental and an additional fee may be added to the stay.

ARRIVAL: There is no formal check-in procedure. Arrival details are sent prior to your check-in date and will include the exact location of the property, parking and entry information. Guests will have a private, secure entrance and the rental is not shared by owners or other guests.

DEPARTURE: We do have a very short checklist we ask renters follow upon departure. It includes making sure the property is left tidy, furniture is in the same place you found it, everything is closed, locked and turned off, and the thermostat is set properly. These items will only take a couple of minutes but help staff immensely.

Please know that all rental policies and house rules are strictly enforced. This includes occupancy limits, age requirements, the ‘no parties’ and ‘no smoking’ clauses or any other rule posted online or within the rental. These are often defined by local ordinances, Homeowner’s Associations or other legal requirements and can result in fines or eviction if violated. We do not provide additional refunds for cancellations, late arrivals or early departures except as required in the posted cancellation policy.

For safety reasons, there may be external security cameras in use. Please contact us if there are any questions or concerns.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • In the city center
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

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

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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 deadbolt lock
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 deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

397894

Frequently asked questions

How close is Bear Lake Dog-Friendly Home w Frontage, Dock to the airport?

This vacation home is 13.1 mi (17-min drive) away from the Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Bear Lake Dog-Friendly Home w Frontage, Dock have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Bear Lake Dog-Friendly Home w Frontage, Dock to the beach?

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

Does Bear Lake Dog-Friendly Home w Frontage, Dock offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Bear Lake Dog-Friendly Home w Frontage, Dock?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home, but Little River Casino (15-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Bear Lake Dog-Friendly Home w Frontage, Dock?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Bear Lake Dog-Friendly Home w Frontage, Dock?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Bear Lake Dog-Friendly Home w Frontage, Dock have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Bear Lake Dog-Friendly Home w Frontage, Dock have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Bear Lake Dog-Friendly Home w Frontage, Dock to downtown Bear Lake?

This vacation home is 0.6 mi away from Bear Lake.

Bear Lake Dog-Friendly Home w Frontage, Dock Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Steve P.

Liked: Cleanliness
The house was in good shape and as advertised. It was pet friendly as they said and the house offered a great view of Bear Lake. The owner communicated with is often which was good.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aaron H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great view, very clean house and well put together.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025