The Clam Shell | Hot Tub | Water Front | Kayaks

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A log cabin interior with a dining area, a living room with a sofa and armchairs, and large windows with a view of a lake.
A log cabin interior with a dining area, kitchen, and living space, featuring wooden walls and large windows.
A log cabin with a wooden deck leading to the entrance, surrounded by tall grass and trees.
A wooden cabin with a balcony, a ceiling fan, and a view of a lake.
A wooden cabin-style kitchen with granite countertops, wooden cabinets, a dishwasher, and a dining area with a large window.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Clam Lake

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Washer

Explore the area

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Bellaire, MI
  • Place, Clam Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Lake Bellaire
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Torch Lake
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪49 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

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About the neighborhood

Bellaire

Located in Bellaire, this vacation home is on the waterfront. Twisted Fish Gallery and Guntzviller's Spirit of the Woods Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Elk Rapids District Library and Historic Elk Rapids Town Hall. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.
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Bellaire, MI

What's nearby

  • Clam Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Lake Bellaire - 4 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Torch Lake - 6 min drive - 6.9 km
  • Front Street - 48 min drive - 63.1 km
  • Boyne Mountain - 51 min drive - 79.4 km

Getting around

  • Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪M88 Morning Grind - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Short's Brewing Company - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Shanty Creek Resorts - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Coffee Bar - ‬20 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Clam Shell | Hot Tub | Water Front | Kayaks pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Clam Shell | Hot Tub | Water Front | Kayaks?

As of Nov 2, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Clam Shell | Hot Tub | Water Front | Kayaks on Nov 8, 2026 start from $473, 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 The Clam Shell | Hot Tub | Water Front | Kayaks?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Clam Shell | Hot Tub | Water Front | Kayaks?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Clam Shell | Hot Tub | Water Front | Kayaks located?

Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is steps from Clam Lake and 1.8 mi (2.8 km) from Lake Bellaire. Torch Lake and Clam River are also within 6 mi (10 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 10 - Excellent. 30 out of 33 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 33 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 33 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 33 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 33 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful place to stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 31, 2026
Thank you! We’re so glad you enjoyed your stay and hope to host you again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful views of the lake and lake access was very convenient.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 17, 2026
Thank you! We’re so glad you enjoyed the beautiful lake views and convenient water access. We hope you had a wonderful stay!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Beautiful property and nicely appointed with everything that was needed.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 27, 2026
So glad you enjoyed the property and had everything you needed for your stay! We’d be happy to host you again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This home was beautiful! Gorgeous view of Clam Lake with easy access. Lots of details were attended to. From the hot tub being up and ready for us upon arrival to the glow-in-the-dark stones that lit up the pathway at night to the abundance of household supplies. Being able to experience a true log home and all its beauty was a fantastic experience. It was a great jumping off point for so many days trips. We especially loved the trip to Green River Nature Site which was just minutes away from the house. It was a quiet location, as well. Kayaks were available but we did not use. I would highly recommend this home!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 27, 2026
We’re so glad you enjoyed the home and your time on Clam Lake! It sounds like you made the most of the peaceful location and nearby day trips. We really appreciate the recommendation and would love to host you again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect weekend getaway

Everything was phenomenal from being right on the lake, to good food near by, and having boat rentals. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful Weekend Away!

Highly recommend if you are looking for a peaceful relaxing vacation!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great time

Clean wonderful place to stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean rooms and great communication from the property management company.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

AMAZING VIEWS

This cottage was beautiful! Great location and very clean!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great summer week

Property is very clean and is great for a family. We enjoyed our stay on Clam Lake.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay!

My sisters and I have a wonderful time here! So clean and well appointed. We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Room with a view

We enjoyed our stay at the lovely cabin. Sue was great to work with.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great getaway

What a beautiful place. We went up for our 30th anniversary. The fall colors were awesome. It was a great place to relax.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family Vacation

We had a wonderful family vacation. We enjoyed the hot tub and rented a boat and were able to go fishing on Clam and explore Torch all together! Great fun sitting at the table on the side porch. The house is beautiful and was perfect for us!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Hope to go back soon

Beautiful home with an amazing view, everything you need is available. Management very accomodating and gracious! So glad we discovered this jewel and the area!!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful Weekend

We had a group of people come up to this property to enjoy it for a weekend, and we had the best time. Nice dock and kayaks for fishing, with good protection from the wind tucked back in the trees. Overall a perfect spot for a weekend up North.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful location and stay

Raining but we were still able to get out on the water
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location

My grandkids weren't the only LOONS

Great setting on a nice lake. Very peaceful.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Getaway

My fiancé and I just needed a quiet weekend away and I have to say that is what we got. It was so peaceful! The house was perfect for us. The view was great! And the hot tub was a nice bonus! We would definitely rent this house again!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place by the lake

The home was beautiful and the management team was great to work with! We stayed over NYE weekend so we didn’t get to use the lake but the view was awesome. The location was close to downtown if you want to explore. If not, the home is spacious enough for family games and quality time. Great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

22nd Annual Smith Fishing Trip

Had an excellent time on Clam Lake. The family enjoyed the great north woods as well as Clam Lake, Lake Bellaire, and Torch Lake. Family activities included Fishing, Boating, Playing Cards, Camp Fire Confessions, cornhole n many trips into the town of Bellaire.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great cabin on the lake

My family + my sisters family really enjoyed our stay. The young kids loved the "bunk room" while the teen loved the basement. The adults loved that the kids occupied themselves with fishing and playing. ;)
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Cabin on the lake with the family

Cabin was clean, no bugs which is a must! Yard work was in progress, would have been nice if more yard was available for activities. The grill was too dirty to use which was sad 😢. Had a blast using the kayaks. Daily visits from the swan, beautiful! Would stay again. The area was very nice, not too secluded but not too busy either.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 16, 2024
Thank you so much for your feedback. I will be sure to make sure the grill is clean for all incoming renters. I am sorry that happened to you.. Always feel free to reach out to me, i can run over and would have cleaned it. Thanks again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

CABIN RETREAT

House was as advertised. Loved sitting on deck to watch the swans in the morning. Great having a grill and two kayaks on property. Kitchen was well stocked, great kitchen table to play games at. The only thing that I might say was a downside was the upstairs bedroom with the queen and bunks did not have a door (as pictured).
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 30, 2024
Thanks for your stay. Hope we can see you again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Serenity

Cabin was very clean and well kept. Very peaceful setting. Was nice to have the dock since we rented a boat for the week. We had a peaceful, relaxing week. To enjoy a little more it be nice if ground between cabin and lake could be opened up a little and water around dock area. A new gas grill would be nice also. Overall I would recommend this place and we had a great time
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
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