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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Pet friendly

Explore the area

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Mears, MI
  • Silver Lake State Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Upper Silver Lake
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Craig's Cruisers Family Fun Center
    ‪2 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Mears

In Mears .Within a 15-minute walk of the vacation home, you'll find Silver Lake State Park and Upper Silver Lake. Craig's Cruisers Family Fun Center and Golden Sands Golf Course are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Silver Lake State Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Upper Silver Lake - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Craig's Cruisers Family Fun Center - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Little Sable Point Lighthouse - 11 min drive - 4.5 miles
  • Silver Lake Sand Dunes Area Chamber of Commerce - 15 min drive - 7.6 miles

Getting around

  • Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 63 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Open Hearth Grille - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Golden Eatery - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Frickin' Chicken Shack - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Golden Sands Bucket Bar - ‬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.

Sweet Retreat West..sandy ORV's and memories made here

1265 square foot home located 0.2 miles from Silver Lake ORV sand dune entrance. 3 bedroom home with a kitchen, living room and all-season porch with 3 patio door for beautiful view and a gas fireplace. A shaded yard and a fenced area for dogs. Centrally located for all outdoor activities. The silver Lake area has something to do for everyone, fishing, canoeing, swimming, hiking, biking, walking along the sandy shores of Lake Michigan or yeeting thru the sand dunes in your off road vehicle or side x side. Seasonal attractions like Mac Woods dune rides, Little Sable light house tours, Craig’s cruisers, shopping, Icecram shops, Chicken shack, Hart-Montague bike trails, local wine tours, golfing, Lewis Adventure Farm and Zoo. Day Trips to Ludington, Manistee or the Baldwin trail system. For rentals use Silverback rentals or Wave Club boat rentals. So many memories to be made!

Property manager

jennie s benedict

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Mobile key entry

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

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

Rules

Please leave all bedding on the beds and used towels on towel racks located behind the doors in each bedroom.
Be respectful to our neighbors, Golden township has an ordinance for quiet time from 11pm to 7am.
Please disclose how many adults, kids and pets will be staying. Please keep all pets on leashes when outside, unless they are in fenced area.

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: pick up after pets, obey state leash laws.

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
Cashless transactions are available
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 first aid kit 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. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions and guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Sweet Retreat West..sandy ORV's and memories made here to the airport?

This vacation home is 57.4 mi (63-min drive) away from the Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Sweet Retreat West..sandy ORV's and memories made here have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Sweet Retreat West..sandy ORV's and memories made here to the beach?

This vacation home is a short 4-minute walk from Silver Lake State Park. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Sweet Retreat West..sandy ORV's and memories made here offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Sweet Retreat West..sandy ORV's and memories made here?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Sweet Retreat West..sandy ORV's and memories made here?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Sweet Retreat West..sandy ORV's and memories made here?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Sweet Retreat West..sandy ORV's and memories made here have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Sweet Retreat West..sandy ORV's and memories made here have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Sweet Retreat West..sandy ORV's and memories made here to downtown Mears?

This vacation home is 3.8 mi away from Mears.

Sweet Retreat West..sandy ORV's and memories made here Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 39 out of 40 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 40 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 40 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 40 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 40 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Justin J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Attention to detail was superb. Everything you needed was there.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Annette R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutley perfect, as always! This rental is a gem and we look forward to our next stay. The host is amazing!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Location and Awesome Property

Perfect property for me and my two teenage kids to enjoy the dunes and silver lake.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve W., Bay city. Michigan

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place. Excellent location for the dunes. Plenty of shade. Top notch communication.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Megan G., Pittsburgh

Liked: Cleanliness

Best VRBO

This place is amazing! The house is lovely and very comfortable. Jennie has gone over the top on making her place inviting. She has thought of everything (even a supply of creamers in the mini fridge by the coffee station). Every time I turned around- there was another surprise that Jennie thought of. It is clean, quiet, and close to the lake. We will be back!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Randy S.

Liked: Cleanliness

We plan to return

We really enjoyed our stay at the Sweet Retreat. Great house in a very convenient location. The house was very clean, well decorated, and fully stocked with everything our family needed. Beds were comfortable, shower was roomy with plenty of hot water, and we had plenty of space. We especially liked the four season room as it provided a convenient space for our sandy shoes, fishing gear, and a safe space for our dog to hang out while we were at the dunes or in the lake.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Tyler S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing stay

These hosts are pros! They know how to setup a place to make it welcome. Everything you need and extremely close to the dunes. I already rebooked a stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole S.

Liked: Cleanliness
We have stayed here two times now, and both times were wonderful. The host is very accommodating with excellent communication! You also can’t beat the location, you are 1 minute from the dunes. We were able to go in and out all day. It’s clean and was well equipped for my family of 6 and our dog!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cori D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay!

Wonderful location, and the house was set up perfectly to make us feel at home. We loved the coffee bar and s’mores station. Hosts really go the extra mile.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

rebecca w.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wedding

We book this listing for my husand and i while we got married. They gave us a little gift when we got there! Much appreciated! The kitchen was fully equipped! And the house was fully dog friendly which was fully appreciated!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Griffin W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great time

We were extremely surprised how close we were able to be to the sand dunes and I would absolutely go back there again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Annette R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Sandy ORV property

This house was amazing! All you need to bring with you are you personal items and food! Property was clean and neighborhood was quiet. Look forward to coming back again! Jennie was easy to connect with! Thanks for the memories!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kara K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect!

We absolutely love this home and location. The home and the property couldn’t be more prefect. Last year I packed all kinds of things because you just never know what the home will be equipped with. This year I packed much lighter (my husband very much appreciated that!) because it had everything you might need. I think my favorite thing is the fireplace. Now I want one for my cabin! Thank you so much for letting us use it again.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brent P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic rental!

Upon arriving, we were able to park our trailer at the home until our 4pm check in time. The host was gracious, and promptly responded to questions. The sun room in the front of the home was perfect for socializing, evening games, and morning coffee! The bedrooms are simple and clean each equipped with a small box fan in addition to a ceiling fan. Outdoors, there a basket of toys for both kids and pets including a small sand hill. Our stay was perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing Vacation

Wonderful rental. Could not have asked for anything more. Thank you so much!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melanie

Location was clean and spacious. They thought of all the little extras. We would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

glenda c.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Vacation

Great place to stay had everything we needed and more
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

James T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great property and great host

This property was everything we hoped for. Great communication from the host as well. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carrie W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic Stay

The cottage was perfect for our stay and is in a great location. The house was very clean and the four season room turned into the perfect hangout spot. The coffee and s’mores bars are a great touch and the kids couldn’t wait to have a bonfire. Would recommend to anyone looking to stay in the Silver Lake area.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Terence N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Place tonStay

Great property, very good location. Super clean and they have thought of everything. One of the best properties we ever stayed at. Will stay again in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family adventure!

Had a great visit to Silver Lake! Sandy's ORV property exceeded our expectations! So clean and comfortable and close to everything! Would definitely recommend this property!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Spot!

Our stay was absolutely amazing! Extremely close to the dunes. House is in a nice quiet neighborhood. I think our dog enjoyed it the most! The host was fast responding and provided us with everything we needed. The back room was awesome! Can’t wait to come stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deborah C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Everything You Need For Your Stay Is Here!

This beautiful home has everything you need for a fun visit to the Silver Lake State Park area! There are so many wonderful hostess touches including lots of board games, a coffee bar, and a s’mores bar to name a few. The owner was very responsive to any questions I had and the house was cleaned extra well since I have an allergy to dogs. We had a wonderful time and had everything we needed for our stay. You will love this home!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lara R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent!!

We have been coming to Silver Lake for six years and Sandy’s ORV Sweet Retreat is our favorite so far! Not only is it beautiful, but the owners have thought of everything to make your stay perfect! We loved everything from the fully stocked coffee bar to the S’more bar to the “oh sh$$” cupboard!! (a fully stocked cupboard with all the bathroom/personal essentials you need in case you forgot yours!) It was in the perfect location to the Dunes and Mears. The layout of the house and backyard (along with small fenced area for our dog) was all perfect! Owners were very friendlier and easy to work with…we will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Logan R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect home away from home!

House was absolutely beautiful and had everything you could possibly need! Was warm and cozy. Beds were comfortable. Fireplaces and coffee bar were a hit for our group. Close to the dunes, and silverback speedway. Would definitely rent again and recommend to others! Thanks for letting us enjoy your home!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023