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Home on the lake. Walk out your door for Swimming, boating or morning coffee.

Beachfront cottage near Lake Michigan

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On the beach
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Marina
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, stereo
Property grounds

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Beach view
  • Fireplace
  • Pet friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Mears, MI
  • Place, Silver Lake State Park
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Little Sable Point Lighthouse
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Michigan's Adventure
    ‪35 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Mears

On the beach.You'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Silver Lake State Park and 2 miles (3 km) of Lake Michigan with a stay here. The Fox Barn Winery and Little Sable Point Lighthouse are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Silver Lake State Park - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Little Sable Point Lighthouse - 4 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Electric Forest - 25 min drive - 21.3 miles
  • Ludington Waterfront Park - 35 min drive - 34.5 miles
  • Michigan's Adventure - 35 min drive - 37.8 miles

Getting around

  • Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 70 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Frickin' Chicken Shack - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Open Hearth Grille - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Golden Sands Bucket Bar - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Lighthouse Grill & Gift Shop - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Golden Eatery - ‬12 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.

Home on the lake. Walk out your door for Swimming, boating or morning coffee.

One of the best locations on Silver Lake -- not Upper Silver or the creek. We're located on the quiet side of lake away from traffic. Located close to Mac Woods dune rides. Mooring for boat, shallow lake front that is great for swimming with small children, outdoor, gas grill, lawn chairs, patio chairs and table. Lakeside of cottage is all sliding glass doors with unobstructed view of the lake. Great place to enjoy coffee by the water or inside with great view of the water. Enjoy 60' of Silver Lake frontage with the best views in all of Silver Lake area. No dirt or paved road to cross. Option to rent a second cottage on the same property (VRBO Listing #816965 -- Vrbo 816965). Both have views of the dunes and lake, a fire pit on the beach and a private dock. Bring your boat and dock it here all week. (Or rent a pontoon boat / kayaks / stand up paddle boards on the lake).

Location, Location, Location one of the best property locations on the entire lake. Delightful family location on the calm side of the lake isolated from traffic both on land and water. Conveniently located in a subdivision shielding it from traffic. Shallow waterfront, ideal for swimming with young children. Sand bottom lake with tie out for boat. Ice cream parlor and dune buggy rides within walking distance. Grassy waterfront for lounging lakeside, lake is ideal for water activities like skiing, fishing, and sailing. Full view of lake and sand dunes.

When we are here, this cottage is our home . . . and we're excited to share our home with you. This location is within walking distance to Mac Woods Dune Rides and Whippy Dip. The kids can ride their bikes safely on our neighborhood streets. Just a short drive away (about 2 miles to the downtown area) are go-karts/arcade, bumper cars/boats, and miniature golf at Craig's Cruisers, shopping at Dunetown Mall, Ice Cream, restaurants, any type of water craft rental at the Wave Club, Jeep/Quad/Buggy rentals. Also, check out Cherry Point Farm & Market for their wonderful cherry donuts (really delicious!). Additionally, a ride out to the tallest lighthouse on Lake Michigan, Little Sable Point, to catch an evening sunset is a must-do on your vacation bucket list. The Lighthouse is open for tours during summer weekends.

Come for a fun and relaxing vacation . . . and return for generations!

Please note that each year we try to make additional upgrades in an effort to make your experience even better. These updates include:

2021: updated living room furniture
2022: new queen-size pillowtop mattress in the primary bedroom, updated bedroom furniture in the primary bedroom, updated coverlets in both bedrooms
2023: new dishwasher, new 17" comfort-height toilet, updated dining table and chairs, decor updates (pictures, rugs, etc), reorganized kitchen cabinets for greater efficiency. Also now including sheets and some towels for your use.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Gas grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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)

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds, gather used towels, and store extra beds
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please bring garbage cans to road before leaving
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Rental by the week check in and out on Saturday
Bring your own linens and towels

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • 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

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
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. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

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

Home Lake. Walk out Your Door Swimming Boating or Morning Coffee
Home Lake. Walk out Your Door Swimming Boating or Morning Coffee

Frequently asked questions

How close is Home on the lake. Walk out your door for Swimming, boating or morning coffee. to the airport?

This cottage is 56.1 mi (70-min drive) away from the Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Home on the lake. Walk out your door for Swimming, boating or morning coffee. have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this cottage.

How close is Home on the lake. Walk out your door for Swimming, boating or morning coffee. to the beach?

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

Does Home on the lake. Walk out your door for Swimming, boating or morning coffee. offer free breakfast?

This cottage does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Home on the lake. Walk out your door for Swimming, boating or morning coffee.?

No, there is no casino at this cottage.

What time is check-in at Home on the lake. Walk out your door for Swimming, boating or morning coffee.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Home on the lake. Walk out your door for Swimming, boating or morning coffee.?

Free parking is not available at this cottage.

Does Home on the lake. Walk out your door for Swimming, boating or morning coffee. have a pool?

This cottage does not have a pool.

Does Home on the lake. Walk out your door for Swimming, boating or morning coffee. have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this cottage.

How close is Home on the lake. Walk out your door for Swimming, boating or morning coffee. to downtown Mears?

This cottage is 5 mi away from Mears.