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Golden Dunes Luxury Log Home Overlooking Lake Michigan

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Property grounds
3 bedrooms, WiFi, bed sheets
TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Reviews
9.6

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 82100 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Pet friendlyPet friendlyPet friendly
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer

Check out the area

Map
Mears, MI
  • Popular LocationCraig's Cruisers Family Fun Center4 min drive
  • Popular LocationUpper Silver Lake5 min drive
  • Popular LocationSilver Lake State Park5 min drive
  • AirportManistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker)58 min drive

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About the neighborhood

Mears

In Mears .Within 3 miles (5 km) of this Mears vacation home, you'll find Golden Sands Golf Course and Craig's Cruisers Family Fun Center. Upper Silver Lake and Silver Lake State Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Craig's Cruisers Family Fun Center - 4 min drive
  • Upper Silver Lake - 5 min drive
  • Silver Lake State Park - 5 min drive
  • Silver Lake Sand Dunes Area Chamber of Commerce - 10 min drive
  • Little Sable Point Lighthouse - 13 min drive

Getting around

  • Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 59 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's - 10 min drive
  • The Golden Eatery - 6 min drive
  • Open Hearth Grille - 7 min drive
  • Frickin' Chicken Shack - 4 min drive
  • Hart Pizza - 13 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.

Golden Dunes Luxury Log Home Overlooking Lake Michigan

This dream home was built in 2004-2005 and is a year-round home. The Loft Master bedroom with hand-hewn log queen bed has its own balcony overlooking the valley of maples to the east and the loft itself has the incomparable view of both dunes and Lake Michigan to the west. Attached to the master bedroom is a master bath with a glass tile double shower with inlaid mural. The dressing room/closet has its own hand-painted autumn mural.

The Golden Dunes cabin sits on 26 acres of beautiful woods and a meadow and through the property we have made a NATURE TRAIL. It is well marked with an ART HUNT. The ART HUNT is a series of landscape art pieces to be discovered on the trail. Children, and, of course, adult children, love to spot the art pieces. If you think you would like to enjoy this activity, please request that we send you the ART HUNT attachment that gives directions, explanations, and photos.

There are 2 main floor bedrooms. The Flora and Fauna room has twin beds. The top shelf in the closet is full of family-oriented games, cards, puzzles, and toys for your entertainment. The Quilt Room has a double log bed with a single bunk above with the quilt theme throughout.

The main floor also has a full bath with a massage shower and a vanity sink. All towels and linens are furnished. Great room and full kitchen finish the main floor. There are French double sliding doors out to the large deck. The main-floor bedrooms and the Great room have satellite TV with DVD and VCR.

The entrance level has a 2-1/2 car garage, fully equipped laundry, and an entrance room with storage that includes water toys and floatables. The entrance room includes a small library closet with adult and children's books for your enjoyment. An inflatable raft for your use is in the garage.

There is a lovely Nature Trail throughout our property. It is divided into two loops: a much longer one to the left as you enter, and a shorter one. This trail is well-marked with painted red circles outlined in yellow and takes you to all areas of the 26 acres. Feel free to explore the hills, woods, and meadows. You are free to hike, cross-country ski, or snowshoe on the full property.
There are other interlocking trails, that are wider, not marked, but easy to walk. So, for more adventure - follow the marked trails; more leisurely - stroll the wide-mowed trails.

An outdoor grill and plenty of seating on the large deck are provided.

The laundry room has broom, vacuum, and other cleaning supplies you may need throughout your stay.

An open sand area is great for children playing while adults enjoy the view or s'mores over the fire. Please never cut living trees. There is plenty of downed wood on the property. The fire pit also has plenty of seating in a great open area to enjoy evenings under the stars.

Keywords: Log Home, Sunset View, Sand Dunes, Private, Lake Views, Beaches, Vacation Property

Property manager

Jill Campbell-Mason

Languages

English, French, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Stereo
  • TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (limited availability)

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Boat on site
  • Golf on site
  • Snow sports gear on site
  • Tennis
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours 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

General

  • 1 unit
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Geothermal energy
  • Local artist showcase
  • Unit size: 2,100 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 50 lbs per pet)
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: $30 fee per pet. Must be approved by owner.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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
This property uses geothermal energy, plus eco-friendly cleaning products
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 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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. This property uses geothermal energy, plus eco-friendly cleaning products. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Golden Dunes Luxury Log Home Overlooking Lake Michigan House
Golden Dunes Luxury Log Home Overlooking Lake Michigan Mears
Goln Dunes Log Overlooking Mi
Golden Dunes Luxury Log Home Overlooking Lake Michigan Mears

Frequently asked questions

How close is Golden Dunes Luxury Log Home Overlooking Lake Michigan to the airport?

This vacation home is 55.2 mi (59-min drive) away from the Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Golden Dunes Luxury Log Home Overlooking Lake Michigan have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Golden Dunes Luxury Log Home Overlooking Lake Michigan to the beach?

This vacation home is 2.6 mi (5-min drive) from Silver Lake State Park.

Does Golden Dunes Luxury Log Home Overlooking Lake Michigan offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Golden Dunes Luxury Log Home Overlooking Lake Michigan?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Golden Dunes Luxury Log Home Overlooking Lake Michigan?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Golden Dunes Luxury Log Home Overlooking Lake Michigan?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Golden Dunes Luxury Log Home Overlooking Lake Michigan have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Golden Dunes Luxury Log Home Overlooking Lake Michigan have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Golden Dunes Luxury Log Home Overlooking Lake Michigan to downtown Mears?

This vacation home is 2.1 mi away from Mears.

Golden Dunes Luxury Log Home Overlooking Lake Michigan Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 153 out of 188 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 28 out of 188 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 188 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 188 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 188 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Molly A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Location is everything!!
This place is a gem! Walking distance to VaDuLakes restaurant/bar! Beautiful view! The house was set up beautifully for a family to spend time together! Short drive to the sand dunes and the cute little town of silver lake!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bradley C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful house
The house was absolutely beautiful. No complains whatsoever.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family get together
Cabin was beautiful, the decor was unique and fitting for the cabin and location. The view was amazing as well as the sunset. The cabin had everything we needed was the best stocked rental we’ve stayed at. Only negative was the furniture wasn’t very comfortable. Would book again and recommend to others.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Randy/ Stephanie F., E. Grand Rapids. MI

Liked: Cleanliness
We consider ourselves regulars
We love Golden Dunes and have stayed there several times. We love the location, the view of Lake Michigan and the loft master suite and the fireplace.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Good Family Stay
Cabin was very well equipped for our family stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

J P.

Liked: Cleanliness
As always, a great stay at the Golden Dunes cabin
We love this place. The property is as advertised, in a great location, and always clean. The hosts are responsive to any questions you have and provide the number of a handyman that is able to fix any problems with the property.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Golden Dunes Getaway
Location. Location. Location.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joe S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great weekend trip!
We loved staying at the cabin! Our only wish was that we could stay longer. We were in town for a wedding and loved staying here. It was clean, had all of the "extras" that we needed (towels, kitchen things, etc.) and had beautiful views. There was even a walking nature trail that was beautiful on a fall morning. Thanks for having us!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matt B., New Haven

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Property
The house and property are beautiful, the house was clean and fully "stocked" with everything we needed. Communication was fast and Jill answered every one of my questions in a timely and friendly manner. I would highly recommend Jill's property if you are planning to stay in the Mears area!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Carrie W., Grand Rapids, Michigan

Liked: Cleanliness
Enjoy the views and room layout.
Jill’s home has a great view and we saw some beautiful sunsets. It was laid out very well for our needs. Could use some TLC - grill, bathroom lights and fireplace didn’t work, Nature trail needed updated signage, etc. enjoyed our stay very much.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023