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Shadwell, beautiful private setting on Font Lake

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A spacious living room with a stone fireplace, large windows, and a cozy seating area.
A wooden cabin with a porch, a sign indicating tourist meal rooms, and a potted plant.
A rustic cabin with a red exterior, surrounded by tall trees and a dirt path leading to it.
A red cabin with a fenced yard, surrounded by trees.
A cozy room with wicker furniture, a wooden floor, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Fireplace
    A rare find - cozy up in front of a warm, inviting fireplace.
  • Endless exploration awaits
    Guests love the top-rated location, steps from iconic landmarks and sights.
4 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Deck or patio
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Beaver Island, MI
  • Place, The Marine Museum
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Old Mormon Print Shop Museum
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Beaver Island Community Center
    ‪3 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Shadwell, beautiful private setting on Font Lake

New to VRBO, this home has been used by family and friends for many years and is a very special place.
Large 4 bedroom home on beautiful Font Lake. Close to town yet completely private setting. Enjoy the dark sky and our singing loons.
Open yard, kayaks for your use, stunning rock fireplace for your enjoyment.

PLEASE NOTE: Linens/towels are NOT provided, tho pillows and comforters are provided
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

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2639852
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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock

About the neighborhood

Beaver Island

Located in Beaver Island, this vacation home is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Jewell Gillespie Park Beach, while The Marine Museum and Toy Museum are cultural highlights. Kayaking and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and hiking/biking trails nearby.
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Beaver Island, MI

What's nearby

  • Font Lake - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • The Marine Museum - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Old Mormon Print Shop Museum - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Beaver Island Community Center - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Jewell Gillespie Park Beach - 3 min drive - 1.9 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Whiskey Point Brewing - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Wild Strawberry Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Circle M Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Beaver Island Lodge - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Shamrock Restaurant & Pub - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Shadwell, beautiful private setting on Font Lake pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Shadwell: private setting on Font Lake?

As of Jul 2, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Shadwell: private setting on Font Lake on Sep 6, 2026 start from $326, 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 Shadwell, beautiful private setting on Font Lake?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Shadwell, beautiful private setting on Font Lake?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Shadwell, beautiful private setting on Font Lake located?

Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Jewell Gillespie Park Beach and Lake Michigan. The Marine Museum and Old Mormon Print Shop Museum are also within 2 mi (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 9 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eric G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loving home with a natural Beaver Island experience. Great Lake for kayaking, and perfect location to be near all of the islands essential attractions and convenience's.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

michelle m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place is as advertised and then some. Breathtaking views and sunsets. The vibe is more serene than you can imagine. The owners were helpful, friendly, and responsive. We already decided to come back next year.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brooke R.

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

Great peaceful retreat

The lake setting is very peaceful and the great room allows you to feel part of the natural setting even when you are inside. Would definitely live to stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Debra A.

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

Awesome

Had a wonderful time on font lake with family. Great property. We would definitely stay there again. Great location . Thank you for sharing your home..
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 29, 2023
And thank you so much for leaving the house in such great shape. We appreciate you and hope to see you again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve W.

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

Awesome retreat for our anniversary ❤️

Font lake property offered us a unique opportunity to relax and enjoy the water and be in nature. Marybeth and Mike are excellent and gracious hosts who enjoy sharing their family’s retreat. Thank you so much for this opportunity. It was a incredible experience!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mandy N.

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

Peaceful Retreat

We loved our stay here! The property managers are amazing and so helpful. Coming to Beaver Island for the first time, we feel like we found a little Gem that we didn't know existed. Getting to the island can be a challenge but worth the trip. Shout outs to Fresh Air Aviation charter service and Burtons rental car company. This property is amazing! We thoroughly enjoyed the lake house in the woods. The lake view is wonderful. It is so relaxing. Nothing better than a cup of coffee on the dock in the morning, or on the sun porch or in the living room looking at the lake! It was a dream! Loved being able to take the Kayaks out on the lake whenever we wanted. Enjoyed several of the islands hiking trails. We were a bit too early in the season (June 12-18) to enjoy the beaches, but they are beautiful! The house is located in a private woods with no close neighbors. It was nice to truly have peace and quiet. However with that being said the Wi-Fi in the house was spot on and we had no trouble with getting a cellular signal. So we could have the quiet, but still be connected if we chose to be. For the outdoor enthusiast this is the place to be! We also enjoyed the beautiful night sky, the stars are amazing even right off the porch. Thanks for having us!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve R.

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

Solitude on Font Lake

We have stayed at many locations on the island, and this place is definately the best place we have stayed at so far. It's less than a mile from town, but the 1/2 mile drive down a dirt road to the house makes you feel like you are completely escaping from everything. An extremely quiet and private setting right on Font Lake, you can't help but relax. Great hosts, great location, and a great rate for this spacious home. Thank you.
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pamela S.

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

Font Lake

Great location - easy drive to town by car or bike. Perfect setup for families. It was nice to have the canoe and kayaks to explore the lake.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

About the host

Hosted by Mary Beth & Michael Lyons

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Michael and Mary Beth Lyons have been seasonal residents of Beaver Island since 1988. We love to share the island with our visitors

Why they chose this property

Privacy yet close to town

What makes this property unique

Again unique benefit of total seclusion yet close to all the island has to offer

Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests
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