Location: Bellaire, Northwest, Michigan, USA (Situated on #5 Fairway of The Chief Golf Course)
Accommodations: Cottage-Style Condominium, 2 Bedrooms, 2 Baths (Sleeps 8)
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
- Washer
- Dryer
- Linens Provided
- 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
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Shared Pool: Guests of the Chief Cottages may use the Legends Pool at Shanty Crek
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen: Each Unit (Upper and Lower) features a Full Kitchen with refrigerator, stove, oven, microwave, coffee maker, blender & toaster
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Outdoor Features
- Charcoal BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio
- Balcony: The upper unit has a patio with covered balcony and high top table w/six high top chairs
- View/Location
- Golf Course Front: Beautiful views of the fifth (5th) fairway and green (The Chief Golf Course)
- Golf Course View
- 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)
- Other Amenities
- 2 Years Old! Non-Smoking Unit, Beautiful Furnishings & Decor, Full Kitchen with 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 (on site and nearby)
- Golf
- Tennis
- Restaurants
- Kayaking
- Boating
- Waterskiing
- Jet Skiing
- Swimming
- Biking
- Cross Country Skiing
- Downhill/Alpine Skiing
- Snowboarding
- Snowmobiling
- Wildlife Viewing
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Shuffleboard
- Horseback Riding
- 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 GÇô 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 GÇôcontinue on to intersection of Schoolcraft Road GÇô Turn Left on Schoolcraft Road GÇô You will see the Chief Cottages on the Right Side --, PLEASE CONTACT OWNERS FOR DIRECTIONS FROM OTHER DEPARTURE AREAS, HURRICANE KATRINA VICTIMS -- PLEASE E-MAIL FOR SPECIAL RATES
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 credit card 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 $60 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.
Credit Cards Accepted:
Owner's Profile
Owner Description
Wayne and Nicole manage their own law practice in Palm Beach, Florida -- they are both born and raised in Michigan and enjoy going back to their home there in Bellaire -- they are honored to share their Michigan cottage and its peacefullness with all who visit there -- "It is such a magnificently beautiful and peaceful place!"
Wayne and Nicole Sauvola
The Unique Benefits of this Cottage-Style Condominium
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
- Unit is depicted in photo (Center Unit Unobstructed by Trees) - Michigan Vacation Condo
- View from the left side of unit to the #5 Green of the Chief - Michigan Vacation Condo
- Family Room w/ Fireplace in Lower Unit - Michigan Vacation Condo
- Family Room w/ Fireplace - Upper Unit
- Lake Bellaire Access within 3/4 mile of the Cottage
- The beautiful Chief Clubhouse at the Chief Golf Course
- Photo from Upper Balcony, the (Upper Unit) Kitchen and (Lower) Small Bedroom
- Horseback Riding at Coyote Bills Ranch within 1/2 mile of Cottage
- Skiing at Nearby Schuss Mountain / Shanty Creek within 1/2 mile
- Hawk's Eye Clubhouse
- Hawk's Eye Bar and Restaurant
- Fishing and Relaxing on Lake Bellaire and the Grass River
- Views from the Pontoon - Torch Lake (you can reach a chain of lakes by boat)
- Our Favorite Winery Black Star Farms - & Leelenau Cheese Factory Traverse City
- View from the #2 Green on The Hawk's Eye Course - Bellaire (Shanty Creek)
- Pearls - The Best Louisiana Cajun this side of the Mississippi (Elk Rapids)
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