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Waterfront home on Fife Lake

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Beach Area
Main house overlooking Fife Lake
Lower balcony overlooking the beach and water.
View over Fife Lake
Fire pit overlooking the lake.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 121980 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Fife Lake, MI
  • Place, Fife Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Fife Lake Area Park
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Fife Lake Area Historical Museum
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Airport, Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪33 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Downstairs

1 Queen Bed

Downstairs

1 Queen Bed

Master

1 King Bed

Upstairs

1 Twin Bunk Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Waterfront home on Fife Lake

The Lake Cabins Resort provides a rustic getaway with modern amenities for your hiking, biking or boating vacation. The resort accommodations include the Lake House and 6 log cabins. along with complimentary use of our kayaks and paddle boards. Our resort has 100 ft. of beachfront along all sport, 617 acre Fife Lake, which is known for its great fishing and water sports. A short drive to Traverse City, Kalkaska and Cadillac put Fife Lake in the center of it all, with the Boardman River to the north and the Manistee River to the south. Whether you are looking for a getaway for two, or a place to host a large gathering, The Lake Cabins Resort has something to fit your needs.

The resort was built in the early 40’s and has lots of local history with the people and families that have enjoyed the resort in years past. We have restored the full log cabins with new kitchens and many upgrades that make for a great vacation spot. Fife Lake was voted best inland lake in northern Michigan in 2014.

Our pristine beach is a great place to relax and soak up some sun. You can feel comfortable with the kids swimming off our beach as the water is shallow to the end of our dock. Boat rentals are available should you wish to tour the lake and find the eagles nests or loon’s nests. Beach area is closed the last weekend in September. Docks are removed for the winter.


The house is 4 bedrooms and 2 baths with a full kitchen upstairs and downstairs with a maximum accommodation of 12 guest for the home.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor Space
Parking available
Beach view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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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
Note from host: Contact owners for information
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

About the neighborhood

Fife Lake

Located in Fife Lake, this vacation home is on the beach. Travelers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Fife Lake Area Historical Museum, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore South Boardman Preserve and South Branch Nature Preserve. Enjoy the area's slopes with skiing, and don't miss out on the snowmobiling.
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Fife Lake, MI

What's nearby

  • Fife Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Fife Lake Area Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Lakeside Park - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Fife Lake Area Historical Museum - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Fife Lake Public Library - 18 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Yankee Boy - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Upper Bar and Grill - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Fife Lake Inn - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪The Loon's Nest - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪The Lone Pine Family Restaurant - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Waterfront home on Fife Lake pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Waterfront home on Fife Lake?

As of Apr 26, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Waterfront home on Fife Lake on May 21, 2026 start from $481, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Waterfront home on Fife Lake?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Waterfront home on Fife Lake?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Waterfront home on Fife Lake located?

Nestled on the beach, this Fife Lake vacation home is within a 5-minute walk of Fife Lake and Fife Lake Area Park. Lakeside Park and Fife Lake Area Historical Museum are also within 1 mi (2 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 57 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 57 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Private beach, nice amenities, excellent host
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Courtney F.

Good stay. AC was great!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chelsea S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Love this property and this lake. Kids swam about 12 hours a day, rented the pontoon available and spent the day on the water, close to tourist options for day trips but plenty to do on the property.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful place and relaxing

The place is beautiful, relaxing and my family had fun. Thank you!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary Kate H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fife lake fun

beautiful property, excellent view of the la
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lucetta G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Summer getaway

Fife lake is a family friendly area with the lake small and shallow enough to be great for kids. The guest house was large enough to sleep everyone in the family making it a great experience!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Bachelorette Party

The cabin was in a great location with a beautiful view, The house was very spacious and had everything that we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Keith B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fife Lake

The lake area is absolutely stunning. The water is crystal clear.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deborah N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

2023 Nelson family mi vacation

A great house for a lake side vacation, we enjoyed paddle boarding and kayaking everyday. Another great family vacation in the books . 💙
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bill C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stress Free Vacation

We took a few days with just our family before our oldest son headed off to college. We could not have asked for a more enjoyable and relaxing few days to spend together. The house was very clean and the owners are wonderful!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brett L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great spot, beautiful and peaceful with amazing lake views

We stayed in the lake house which is 4 bedroom 2 bath with 6 adults and 5 kids. Very comfortable stay with two pull out couches on each floor plus one room had a bunk bed. Great patio area to sit out with a drink at sunset with a beach area below and a firepit for marshmellows. We really had a grear time and our hosts were really wonderful. Plus a great location within 30 minutes of a lot of sites and Traverse City.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Yorley V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gorgeous place!

My family group first time in Fife lake and it couldn't be better. We had a great time in the main house which was perfect for our 12 people group. The house has amazing views of the lake and it is comfortable and well equipped. We did kayaking and paddle boarding. Jeff was a great host!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Barb F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice home overlooking a beautiful lake

We rented a cabin and the lake house for our extended family. The view and the lake were wonderful. The host was very helpful and responsive, staying right in the property in one of the cabins. The ductless air conditioning worked great. Very quiet, but very efficient. Plenty to do on the lake, but quite far from “tourist” towns for exploring. The cabin was very basic, but provided the extra beds and toilet we needed.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

We will be back!!

This was my second time at this property! We had a rather large group, but the space provided was perfect. Leading up to our stay all of our questions were answered in a timely fashion. My older children had areived before me and they were greeted and treated so well before we got there ourselves. There were a few small hiccups, but they were addressed and fixed w/o any hesitation. And that left us to be able to enjoy our trip. We had an absolute blast!! We are already booked for next year!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Jane S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Vacation

We were very pleased with the location and amenities of the property. My suggestions for improving are to clean up the grounds by pulling/ spraying weeds and use a blower on the steps to the beach. Upgrade the furniture in living rooms... those futons are not very comfortable for TV watching. Paint the heater in upstairs bathroom and also the vanity. We enjoyed our stay and appreciate being there to enjoy the beautiful lake.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Place for Family

Views of Fife Lake were fantastic...beauty, serenity, and relaxing. Having morning coffee from one of the 2 railed decks is a great way to start the day peacefully. Then let the fun begin ...fishing from either the boat, dock or kayak is great for any age. Take a morning walk or bike ride, paddle board for exercise with nature, take a dip or use the kayak for that purpose. All of the amenities come with your stay. Plenty of beach/firepit chairs for the whole gang and more. All the dishes, pots & pans and silverware you would ever need and a grill for your outside BBQ's. The house also has plenty of linen for your stay. One other nice feature is the opportunity to rent their pontoon for an afternoon and motor around the lake to watch the loons or catch a view of the Eagles located at the treetops of one of the 2 islands on the lake. It is rather pricey and portions of the house could use some updating but we are aleady talking about renting it again! This is a perfect place for kids, grandkids and grandparents all to get together for Family fun and memories.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Rick M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

family time

The lake was very relaxing and peaceful. Our granddaughters enjoyed fishing with grandpa and dad. We enjoyed boating and enjoyed the pontoon as well. Weather was good for the most part. On days we couldn't be outside we enjoyed baking and playing games. We had a great time creating memories with our family. The week went way to fast. The owners were great. Thanks for pointing us to the eagle nest !
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A very nice experience!

House was clean. Owners very friendly and accommodating. Plenty to do! Great for larger families!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachel B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Reunion

Jeff and Beckey's property was perfect for our family reunion. We rented the house and all of the cabins and each family had their own space - it was perfect. The house and cabins have everything you need and everything was spotless! We spent lots of time swimming in the lake, kayaking, and paddle boarding. The little kids had fun playing in the beach and shallow water area. The outside area around the cabins was perfect for eating meals together, outdoor movie night, 80's night, and talking around the fire pit. We ventured into Traverse City and visited the Sleeping Bear Dunes national park. We highly recommend this property!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nivin M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful stay

The property was Beautiful. We enjoyed the boat and kyaks very much. Would love to come and stay at this property again. Jeff was so helpful and was always there to answer our questions.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jared G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Trip

We had a wonderful trip! The owners were very helpful and accommodating.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jordan L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing!

Beautiful place with amazing views. Jeff was great and was on site to help us with anything and everything we needed! Highly recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice property and location

We booked for 6 adults and 3 kids under 5. House was big enough for all of us comfortably. We were sad to learn on check in that the A/C in the main living area went out shortly before we came because of a storm and wouldn't be fixed. REst of house (bedrooms and lower level had A/C. Owners were kind enough to grant a small refund due tho this inconvenience. It did get extremely hot the week we were there and couldnt use that area of the cabin from late afternoon until morning, so we appreciated the gesture. We had been told before arrival tht rental boat was also out due to a repair needed. WE were able to rent a very nice boat through H2O sports and that was wonderful. We would definitely consider renting again, the lake location is a hidden gem.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place for family vacation!

Beautiful property right on Fife Lake with plenty of activities to do! Our family had a great time!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amber S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fun getaway

The house was clean. The location was great! The check in/out went very smoothly! The owners were very nice and helpful to work with.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

About the host

Hosted by Jeff or Beckey Billings

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My wife and I are semi-retired and we love the northern Michigan area.

Why they chose this property

My wife and I loved this property from the first time was saw it. The house has two decks overlooking the lake. It is a peaceful place to sit and relax. We love it here. The town is very friendly and we would like to invite you to come and stay with us.

What makes this property unique

We have kayaks and paddle boards for the guest of the resort to use at no additional cost. We also have low cost boat rental. We try to keep pricing down on extras so our guest can use their vacation dollars to do other things to make their vacation the best possible.

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