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Two lakefront cottages, 158 feet of frontage on Bear Lake

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Beautiful sunsets!
Roadside cottage.
View of the beachside cottage and lake from the roadside cottage deck.
Roadside cottage with a view of the lake.
View from roadside cottage deck

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Bear Lake, MI
  • Place, Wolf River Golf Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Glovers Lake
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Chestnut Hills Golf Course
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Twin Bunk Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

3 Twin Beds

Living Room 1

1 Queen Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Two lakefront cottages, 158 feet of frontage on Bear Lake

Our family cottages sit on 158 feet of private lake frontage (a rare find!) on beautiful Bear Lake. Bear Lake is an all sports lake with shallow water 20 feet out. The zero entry beaches and hard sandy bottom make it perfect for kids.

Roadside (sleeps 4, could fit 6 by using the pull out couch) and Beachside (sleeps 6) are the two rustic cottages on the property. Each cottage is about 600 sq. feet. The property comes with WiFi, TV, window air conditioning units, a grill, kids kayak, 2 paddle boards, canoe, 1 picnic table, plenty of outdoor seating and a large yard for games. All linens are provided, please bring your own beach towels

Roadside Cottage: This cottage is at the top of the hill on US 31. There are 2 bedrooms. One bedroom has a queen size bed and the other bedroom has a bunk bed with a full size bottom bunk and twin top bunk. There is 1 full bathroom, open living area with a TV, dining table and full kitchen. There is a portable AC unit.

Beachside Cottage: This cottage has a main floor queen bedroom (with a TV), bathroom, open living room, full kitchen and a loft bedroom with 3 twin beds (one has a trundle to make 4 beds) and a TV. There is an AC window unit in the loft and one on the main floor.

The lake frontage is what makes our cottages unique. With 158 feet of lake frontage, there is plenty of room for everyone to enjoy. Whether you want to relax in the hammocks, enjoy happy hour on the deck, play wiffle ball in the yard or read a book on the beach, there is a spot for everyone.

The lake has a hard sandy bottom and is shallow for a ways out, which makes is perfect for all ages. Because it's shallow at the shore, the water temperature is typically warm enough for swimming all summer long.
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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 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

Check-out instructions

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

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

About the neighborhood

Bear Lake

Located in Bear Lake, this cottage is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Misty Acres Preserve, while Arcadia Area Historical Museum and Michigan Legacy Art Park are cultural highlights. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and water skiing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and mountain biking.
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Bear Lake, MI

What's nearby

  • Wolf River Golf Park - 3 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Glovers Lake - 8 min drive - 12.2 km
  • Chestnut Hills Golf Course - 8 min drive - 12.6 km
  • Portage Lake - 10 min drive - 14.4 km
  • James Lake - 10 min drive - 14.0 km

Getting around

  • Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chestnut Hills Golf Course - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Grille 44 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Rosie's Place - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Miller's Northwood Market - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Amigos Mexican Restaurant - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Two lakefront cottages, 158 feet of frontage on Bear Lake pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Two lakefront cottages, 158 feet of frontage on Bear Lake?

As of Apr 30, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Two lakefront cottages, 158 feet of frontage on Bear Lake on May 26, 2026 start from $525, 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 Two lakefront cottages, 158 feet of frontage on Bear Lake?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Two lakefront cottages, 158 feet of frontage on Bear Lake?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Two lakefront cottages, 158 feet of frontage on Bear Lake located?

This family-friendly Bear Lake cottage is located on the waterfront, 2 mi (3.2 km) from Wolf River Golf Park, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Glovers Lake and Chestnut Hills Golf Course. Pierport Beach and Lake Michigan are also within 9 mi (15 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

8.8/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve L.

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

Family respite

We enjoyed our stay at Bear Lake immensely. The cottages were excellent for our family and gave us the flexibility we needed. It was clean and right on the water! Kerry’s communication was outstanding and we benefited from her recommendations too. You’ll be glad you stayed here.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Sonja S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It's a beautiful setting, having the canoe and kayak is wonderful, and the setup was great for us, two small families vacationing together. It's also great for taking small children swimming because the lake bottom is sandy and very shallow for quite a long way out. I appreciated being able to use the on-site drip charger for my PHEV, too.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Marguerite D.

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy
The hard well water situation was problematic for cooking, showering and drinking. The water pressure and size of the lower kitchen sink made washing dishes nearly impossible. The area is spectacular, but, the proximity to 31 distracts from the overall ambiance and was difficult to park during high traffic times.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

About the host

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We are a family of 5 from Grand Rapids, Michigan. We love our cottages on beautiful Bear Lake and know you will too!

Why they chose this property

Our cottage is centrally located which makes it great for day trips, although it's hard to leave beautiful Bear Lake.

The water is clear with a hard sandy bottom which is perfect for young kids swimming, paddle boarding, canoeing and just relaxing in a tube.

The large yard is perfect for all to enjoy. There are areas to relax, nap or play games.

We have a two zero entry water entrances (no rocks to step over) and one has a large beach to enjoy the sun.


What makes this property unique

The two cottages on one property is a wonderful benefit. It's perfect for large families, two families or a family with older kids. Everyone can have their own space and there are two kitchens!

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