Location: Bellaire, Northwest, Michigan, USA (Situated on #5 Fairway of The Chief Golf Course)
Accommodations: Cottage, 4 Bedrooms + No additional sleeping rooms avail, 4 Baths (Sleeps 14-18)
Keywords: Cottage-Style Condominium
This gorgeous two bedroom, two bath, cottage-style Condo unit is situated on the fifth fairway of the prestigious Chief Golf Course - The Chief is touted as the Course of Celebrities, including MSU Basketball Coach Tom Izzo, who happens to own the unit adjoining this one - this golf course is one of several championship golf courses in the area of five square miles which has breathtaking spectacular views of the countryside, forests, hills, and local wildlife (You are sure to see several deer, wild turkeys, hawks, and other beautiful birds with every round).
Winter, Spring, Summer and Fall - you will find unlimited activities for the whole family within half a mile of this unit - Downhill and cross country skiing at Shanty Creek/Shuss Mountain - Snowmobilers Paradise - Boating, fishing, water skiing, jet skiing and sunbathing at one or more of the Chain of Lakes and rivers nearby (from Lake Bellaire, Intermediate Lake, Torch Lake and the Locks adjoining Grand Traverse Bay) - horseback riding and mountain biking trails on premises (within half a mile).
Shopping and dining at unique shops and bars - the famous Louisiana Style Restaurant "Pearls," "Lu Lu's," and the Williamsburg Dinner Theater, are owner recommendations for specialty dining and incredible experiences - Wine Vineyards, casinos, Antiques, Country Crafts, Seasonal Farm Goods (raspberries, strawberries, blueberries, cherries and corn), unique specialty shops, and hand-crafted furniture all nearby.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning
- Linens Provided
- Washer
- Dryer
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer
- Gas Fireplace
- Beds
- King Bed : The King Bed is featured in the Upper Unit Only
- Queen Bed : Queen Beds are featured in the Upper Unit (2 in Second Bedroom) and also in the Lower Unit (2 in the Master Bedroom)
- Double Bed : Double Beds are featured in the Lower Unit (2 in the Second Bedroom)
- Convertible Bed : Featured in Upper Unit only - in Living Room and Master Bedroom for additional sleeping capacity (add 4)
- Entertainment
- Jetted Tub in Bath : Upper Unit Master Only
- Cable/Satellite TV
- DVD
- Video Game Console : Nintendo 64
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Shared Pool : Guests of the Chief Cottages may use the Legends Pool at Shanty Creek
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen : Each Unit (Upper and Lower) features a Full Kitchen with refrigerator, stove, oven, microwave, coffee maker, blender & toaster and Island Bar for seating
- Cooking Utensils Provided : Plates, Bowls, Glasses, Silverwear and Coffee Cups
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Outdoor Features
- Charcoal BBQ Grill : Upper Unit - must move grill on wheels from patio to walkway for use -- Lower Unit Permanent built-in grill off back patio
- Deck/Patio : The lower unit has a walkout covered patio with table and four (4) chairs
- Balcony : The upper unit has a patio with covered balcony and high top table w/six high top chairs
- View/Location
- Golf Course View : Beautiful views of the fifth (5th) fairway and green (The Chief Golf Course)
- Ski-Out : This unit features golf course trails for cross-country skiing right out your back door.
- Communications
- Telephone : Local Service - No long distance available (cellphones may be used on the property -- service for most carriers available on the property (Verizon, T-Mobile, Cingular)
- WiFi (Wireless Internet) : Signal has intermitent access....local coffee shop and pub with free wireless ("Mokas" or "Shorts") additional free access at public library in town
- Other Amenities
- Non-Smoking Units, Beautiful Furnishings & Decor, Full Kitchen with Dishes, Utensils, Pots & Pans, Upper and Lower Units available -- 2 Queen-Size Beds & 2 Full-Size Beds in Each Bedroom of Lower Unit - 1 King Size Bed and 2 Queen-Size Beds in Upper Unit, Towels & Linens provided, Pool (shared at the Legend Cottages), Covered Patio & Patio Furniture with Outdoor Charcoal Grill (BBQ)
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Smoking Not Allowed : ABSOLUTELY NO SMOKING ALLOWED INSIDE THE UNITS -- ANY VIOLATION OF THIS RESTRICTION WILL RESULT IN A FULL FORFEITURE OF YOUR $500 DEPOSIT
- Activities
- Golf
- Tennis
- Kayaking
- Boating
- Waterskiing
- Jet Skiing
- Swimming
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Cross Country Skiing
- Downhill/Alpine Skiing
- Snowboarding
- Snowmobiling
- Wildlife Viewing
- Fishing
- Antiquing
- Live Theatre
- Shuffleboard
- Horseback Riding
- Restaurants
- Hiking
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Other Activities
- DIRECTIONS, From Detroit, I-75 North to Grayling, Then take M-72 West to Kalkaska, Then take US-131 North to Mancelona, Turn left (West) in Mancelona at the only stoplight in Mancelona onto M-88 toward Bellaire, As you are traveling West on M88 you will pass the Shanty Creek /VPN Check In Center - approximately 1 mile later you will see Del Mason Road, (Del Mason Road is approximately 8 miles West of Mancelona ) Turn Right on Del Mason Road continue winding around the resort properties passing one entrance for Shanty Creek continue on to intersection of Schoolcraft Road Turn Left on Schoolcraft Road. You will see the Chief Cottages on the Right Side -- PLEASE CONTACT OWNERS FOR DIRECTIONS FROM OTHER DEPARTURE AREAS - Torch Lake, Boyne, and Traverse City all nearby
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
$125/night + MI tax(6%)Weekdays $150/night Weekend-Non-Holiday Rates
$900-$1200/week + MI tax(6%)(7 days) - Holiday rates +$50/night
$500 damage security deposit required -- fully refunded upon checkout
There are extra linens and a washer and dryer available for guest use.
There is an additional cost of $35 each cleaning if you require daily
maid service -- A $75 mandatory cleaning fee is required for each stay --
This is how we keep our rates low*****
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Owner's Profile
Owner Description
Year Purchased: 2005
Nicole Sauvola LaMay is a resident of Michigan (Saginaw) and Florida (Palm Beach) and was born and raised in Michigan (Clio). She enjoys going back to her cottage in Bellaire and she is honored to share her Michigan cottage and its peacefullness with all who visit there -- "It is such a magnificently beautiful and peaceful place!"
Nicole Sauvola LaMay
The Unique Benefits of this Cottage
The golf and the local hospitality are unmatched throughout Michigan...majestic scenery and the down-to-earth character of the local businesses and people keep our visitors coming back year after year
Property Photos
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- Unit is depicted in photo (Center Unit Unobstructed by Trees) - Michigan Vacation Condo
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- Family Room w/ Fireplace in Lower Unit - Michigan Vacation Condo
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- Family Room w/ Fireplace - Upper Unit - Michigan Vacation Condo
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- Photo from Upper Balcony, the (Upper Unit) Kitchen and (Lower) Small Bedroom
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- View of the cottage from the backside
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- Tubing on Torch Lake
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- Biking along Traverse Bay --
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- The water breaks through the ice on Torch Lake
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- Skiing Down Schuss Mountain
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- View at the top of Schuss Mountain
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- Sledding Behind the Cottage
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- Hanging out at the docks at Elk Lake
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- Views from the Pontoon - Torch Lake (you can reach a chain of lakes by boat)
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- Our Favorite Winery Black Star Farms - & Leelenau Cheese Factory Traverse City
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- Wine Tasting on the Lelenau Peninsula
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- Pearls - The Best Louisiana Cajun this side of the Mississippi (Elk Rapids)
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