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A dock with a clear view of a lake, surrounded by greenery and a clear sky.
A golf course with sand bunkers, a flagstick, and a clear sky.
A hallway with a wooden floor, a black rug, a door, and a poster of a boat on the water.
A golf course at sunset with a clear sky, a flag on the green, and a path leading to the hole.
A two-story house with a balcony, outdoor seating, and a grill area.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
This vacation home accommodates 15 guests with 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. It features 1 hot tub and offers a private boat dock for water sports. Guests enjoy water views from the patio, while adventure activities like waterskiing and tubing are nearby. The property is pet-friendly and located near Intermediate Lake and Short's Brewing Company.

Highlights

  • Foosball onsite
    A rare find — the foosball table is waiting for you.
  • Unmatched views, unforgettable moments
    Guests like the location for the scenic views.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Intermediate Lake
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 15

Popular amenities

  • Dog-friendly
  • Hot tub on site
  • Dock
  • Barbecue grill
  • Onsite parking available
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Central Lake, MI
  • Place, Intermediate Lake
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Torch Lake
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Place, Boyne Mountain
    ‪37 min drive‬
  • Airport, Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪55 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 15)

Primary Main Floor

1 King Bed

Upstairs

+4
4 Twin Beds, 2 Double Beds and 2 Twin Bunk Beds

Walkout Level

1 Double Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Walkout Level

2 Queen Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Private Lakefront, Dog Friendly w/HOT TUB Home!SWIM/SKI/RELAX!

The Unsalted Mermaid is sure to bring you, your family and friends an unforgettable Northern Michigan vacation! This home sits on over 2 acres of private land, leading to 100ft of your own private lakefront on all-sports Intermediate Lake equipped with a 7 person hot tub!
The home boosts 2500 sqft+ , 4 bedrooms and 2 baths. Enjoy fishing off the dock, swimming in the hard sandy bottom water, kayaking, boating, and s'mores by the lakeside fire pit. Winter months offer skiing;15 minutes to Shanty Creek,great ice fishing and hot tub soaking!

This large family home has ample space for three families (15 guests) to enjoy a Northern Michigan retreat. The main floor features a king size master bedroom, full bath, large living room complete with fireplace, fully stocked large kitchen, dining area and laundry room. Walk out the sliders onto the covered deck that overlooks Intermediate Lake and a beautiful deep lot with mature trees surrounding both sides of the property, providing natural privacy.
The walk-out level provides an additional family room, two bedrooms and full bath. One bedroom has two queen beds while the other bedroom has a queen and full bed. The slider leads out to another porch area, equipped with plenty of seating, bbq, and fire pit(s). Take a stroll down the dock and enjoy sunbathing, kayaking (provided), boating (rentals available on the lake) and swimming in the hard, sandy bottom shores of Intermediate Lake.
The upper floor of the home features a very large loft like bedroom consisting of a full bed, queen/single bunk, twin daybed and a twin bunk bed.

Guests will access the home using a keypad. the code will be given within 24hrs of arrival.
There is ample space on the property for cars, boats, jet ski- whatever it is you may want to bring to make this your perfect vacation!

I am a phone call or text away at all times during your stay. I like to give all my guests their space! Unless you request me to be present at the property, I wont be there.

This is a private home located on Intermediate Lake. The home is in Central Lake, a charming Northern Michigan town. Central Lake is a few miles from Bellaire-home of Shorts Brewery and many other small town boutiques, restaurants, taverns and wineries. The home is located within 45 mins of Traverse City, Petoskey, Charlevoix and Elk Rapids. You are able to boat, dock and walk to downtown Central Lake where you will find a tavern, distillery, fudge/ice cream shop, grocery store, pizza shop boutique and BachMann's! Torch Lake is also minutes away with several boat launches and rentals.

The lake house sits directly across from the Intermediate Lake sandbar and Recreation Point.

Intermediate Lake is part of Michigan's Upper Chain O' Lakes. This location allows you to explore both the Upper and Lower Chain O' Lakes. Though they are not connected , boat launches are within minutes to explore the lower chain.

This home sits on 100ft of private frontage on Intermediate Lake. Intermediate Lake is a 1500+ acre all sports lake spanning nine miles. Intermediate Lake is part of Northern Michigan's Upper Chain of Lakes. The lake is great for boating, jet skiing, kayaking, paddle boarding, swimming, fishing or just relaxing and listening to the loons over your morning coffee. The frontage has very shallow water while gradually getting deeper, catering to both young children and adults.

The Unsalted Mermaid is located in the heart of wine country, minutes to Short's Brewery, Shanty Creek Golf and Ski Resort, quick drive to Torch Lake, Traverse City, Charlevoix, Petoskey, Elk Rapids and Lake Michigan Beaches.

My family and I have been enjoying Intermediate Lake for over twelve years! My children have been able to swim in the lake most years from Memorial Day thru September.

The cottage is nestled on a two acre partially wooded lot. We do our best to keep insects, mice and other small pesky critters out of the cottage, but some may sneak in now and then. Guests accept that this is part of nature in Northern Michigan and will let me know immediately if they encounter problems that need attention so that I can quickly resolve them.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 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

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
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

Property # 2592679
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 and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the neighborhood

Central Lake

Located in Central Lake, this vacation home is on the waterfront. Short's Brewing Company and The Chief Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Torch Lake and Lake Michigan. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the ice skating and sledding.
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Central Lake, MI

What's nearby

  • Intermediate Lake - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Lake Bellaire - 11 min drive - 12.6 km
  • Torch Lake - 15 min drive - 15.6 km
  • Boyne Mountain - 37 min drive - 45.1 km
  • Traverse City Beach - 49 min drive - 70.2 km

Getting around

  • Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) - 57 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪M88 Morning Grind - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Shanty Creek Resorts - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Short's Brewing Company - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Coffee Bar - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Private Lakefront, Dog Friendly w/HOT TUB Home!SWIM/SKI/RELAX! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

How much does it cost to stay at Private Lakefront, Dog Friendly w/HOT TUB Home!SWIM/SKI/RELAX!?

As of Sep 13, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Private Lakefront, Dog Friendly w/HOT TUB Home!SWIM/SKI/RELAX! on Oct 4, 2026 start from $748, 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 Private Lakefront, Dog Friendly w/HOT TUB Home!SWIM/SKI/RELAX!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private Lakefront, Dog Friendly w/HOT TUB Home!SWIM/SKI/RELAX!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Private Lakefront, Dog Friendly w/HOT TUB Home!SWIM/SKI/RELAX! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Intermediate Lake and within 6 mi (10 km) of Short's Brewing Company and Hanley Lake. Beals Lake and The Chief Golf Course are also within 6 mi (10 km).

About the host

Hosted by Tracey Wittke

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My family and I reside in Traverse City. We moved up here in 2003 from a Detroit suburb. We love Traverse City but decided in 2014 that we would perhaps enjoy letting the summer tourist enjoy our town and find a place a little less congested to spend our summers. We found a perfect quaint cabin about an hour north on beautiful Intermediate Lake, which is now The Wet Nest. We fell in love with the towns of Bellaire and Central Lake and of course the water of Intermediate Lake. Over the years we have purchased a couple more properties on the lake as well as long term rentals in the area. We have enjoyed years of spending our summers on the lake and one day hope to retire there.

Why they chose this property

The Unsalted Mermaid is sure to bring you, your family and friends an unforgettable Northern Michigan vacation! Sitting on over 2 acres of private land, leading to 100ft of your own private lakefront on all-sports Intermediate Lake. The home boosts 2500 sqft+ , 4 bedrooms, 2 baths and HOT TUB! Enjoy fishing off the dock, swimming in the hard sandy bottom water, kayaking, boating, and s'mores by the lakeside fire pit.
Winter months offer skiing! We are 15 minutes to Shanty Creek, 35 minutes to Boyne Mountain, an hour to Nubs Nob and great ice fishing!

What makes this property unique

This large family home has ample space for three families (15 guests) to enjoy a Northern Michigan retreat. The main floor features a king size master bedroom, full bath, large living room complete with fireplace, fully stocked large kitchen, dining area and laundry room. Walk out the sliders onto the covered deck that overlooks Intermediate Lake and a beautiful deep lot with mature trees surrounding both sides of the property, providing natural privacy.
The walk-out level provides an additional family room, two bedrooms and full bath. One bedroom has two queen beds while the other bedroom has a queen and full bed. The slider leads out to another porch area, equipped with plenty of seating, bbq, and fire pit(s). Take a stroll down the dock and enjoy sunbathing, kayaking (provided), boating (rentals available on the lake) and swimming in the hard, sandy bottom shores of Intermediate Lake.
The upper floor of the home features a very large loft like bedroom consisting of a full bed, queen/single bunk, twin daybed and a twin bunk bed.The Unsalted Mermaid allows our guests to explore the entire Upper Chain of Lakes from Intermediate Lake. Being centrally located in one of the most sought after areas of Northern Michigan our guests frequently bring their boat to Torch Lake using one of the public launches within minutes of the house and use a day to explore the Lower Chain of Lakes. We are also about a 10 minute drive to Barnes Park located on the beautiful bay of Lake Michigan.
We are conveniently located ( 20 min to an hour) to other great vacation towns such as Charlevoix, Petoskey, Traverse City, and Elk Rapids.
There is ample space on the property for cars, boats, jet ski- whatever it is you may want to bring to make this your perfect vacation!

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