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Golden Dunes Luxury Log Home Overlooking Lake Michigan
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3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 62100 sq ft
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Mears, MI
- Place, Upper Silver Lake2 min drive
- Place, Silver Lake State Park5 min drive
- Place, Michigan's Adventure33 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Bathroom 2
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Dining area
About this property
Golden Dunes Luxury Log Home Overlooking Lake Michigan
This dream home was built in 2004-2005 and is a year-round home. The Loft Master bedroom with hand-hewn log queen bed has its own balcony overlooking the valley of maples to the east and the loft itself has the incomparable view of both dunes and Lake Michigan to the west. Attached to the master bedroom is a master bath with a glass tile double shower with inlaid mural. The dressing room/closet has its own hand-painted autumn mural.
The Golden Dunes cabin sits on 26 acres of beautiful woods and a meadow and through the property we have made a NATURE TRAIL. It is well marked with an ART HUNT. The ART HUNT is a series of landscape art pieces to be discovered on the trail. Children, and, of course, adult children, love to spot the art pieces. If you think you would like to enjoy this activity, please request that we send you the ART HUNT attachment that gives directions, explanations, and photos.
There are 2 main floor bedrooms. The Flora and Fauna room has twin beds. The top shelf in the closet is full of family-oriented games, cards, puzzles, and toys for your entertainment. The Quilt Room has a double log bed with a single bunk above with the quilt theme throughout.
The main floor also has a full bath with a massage shower and a vanity sink. All towels and linens are furnished. Great room and full kitchen finish the main floor. There are French double sliding doors out to the large deck. The main-floor bedrooms and the Great room have satellite TV with DVD and VCR.
The entrance level has a 2-1/2 car garage, fully equipped laundry, and an entrance room with storage that includes water toys and floatables. The entrance room includes a small library closet with adult and children's books for your enjoyment. An inflatable raft for your use is in the garage.
There is a lovely Nature Trail throughout our property. It is divided into two loops: a much longer one to the left as you enter, and a shorter one. This trail is well-marked with painted red circles outlined in yellow and takes you to all areas of the 26 acres. Feel free to explore the hills, woods, and meadows. You are free to hike, cross-country ski, or snowshoe on the full property.
There are other interlocking trails, that are wider, not marked, but easy to walk. So, for more adventure - follow the marked trails; more leisurely - stroll the wide-mowed trails.
An outdoor grill and plenty of seating on the large deck are provided.
The laundry room has broom, vacuum, and other cleaning supplies you may need throughout your stay.
An open sand area is great for children playing while adults enjoy the view or s'mores over the fire. Please never cut living trees. There is plenty of downed wood on the property. The fire pit also has plenty of seating in a great open area to enjoy evenings under the stars.
NOTE: During July and August ALL reservations are for 7days from Friday to Friday
Keywords: Log Home, Sunset View, Sand Dunes, Private, Lake Views, Vacation Property
The Golden Dunes cabin sits on 26 acres of beautiful woods and a meadow and through the property we have made a NATURE TRAIL. It is well marked with an ART HUNT. The ART HUNT is a series of landscape art pieces to be discovered on the trail. Children, and, of course, adult children, love to spot the art pieces. If you think you would like to enjoy this activity, please request that we send you the ART HUNT attachment that gives directions, explanations, and photos.
There are 2 main floor bedrooms. The Flora and Fauna room has twin beds. The top shelf in the closet is full of family-oriented games, cards, puzzles, and toys for your entertainment. The Quilt Room has a double log bed with a single bunk above with the quilt theme throughout.
The main floor also has a full bath with a massage shower and a vanity sink. All towels and linens are furnished. Great room and full kitchen finish the main floor. There are French double sliding doors out to the large deck. The main-floor bedrooms and the Great room have satellite TV with DVD and VCR.
The entrance level has a 2-1/2 car garage, fully equipped laundry, and an entrance room with storage that includes water toys and floatables. The entrance room includes a small library closet with adult and children's books for your enjoyment. An inflatable raft for your use is in the garage.
There is a lovely Nature Trail throughout our property. It is divided into two loops: a much longer one to the left as you enter, and a shorter one. This trail is well-marked with painted red circles outlined in yellow and takes you to all areas of the 26 acres. Feel free to explore the hills, woods, and meadows. You are free to hike, cross-country ski, or snowshoe on the full property.
There are other interlocking trails, that are wider, not marked, but easy to walk. So, for more adventure - follow the marked trails; more leisurely - stroll the wide-mowed trails.
An outdoor grill and plenty of seating on the large deck are provided.
The laundry room has broom, vacuum, and other cleaning supplies you may need throughout your stay.
An open sand area is great for children playing while adults enjoy the view or s'mores over the fire. Please never cut living trees. There is plenty of downed wood on the property. The fire pit also has plenty of seating in a great open area to enjoy evenings under the stars.
NOTE: During July and August ALL reservations are for 7days from Friday to Friday
Keywords: Log Home, Sunset View, Sand Dunes, Private, Lake Views, Vacation Property
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Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
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Children
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This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
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About the area
Mears
Located in Mears, this holiday home is in a rural area and near theme parks. Lake Michigan and Silver Lake State Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Craig's Cruisers Family Fun Center and Lewis Farm Market & Petting Farm. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as snowmobiling.

Mears, MI
What's nearby
- Upper Silver Lake - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
- Silver Lake State Park - 5 min drive - 4.7 km
- Electric Forest - 21 min drive - 33.4 km
- Ludington Waterfront Park - 30 min drive - 49.5 km
- Michigan's Adventure - 33 min drive - 60.8 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 9 min drive
- The Golden Eatery - 6 min drive
- Hart pizza - 13 min drive
- Open Hearth Grille - 7 min drive
- Golden Sands Bucket Bar - 5 min drive
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Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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Cleanliness
8.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
10/10
Check-in
9.8/10
Communication
10/10
Location
9.8/10
Listing accuracy
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25 Oct 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Yvonne B.
20 Sept 2025
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Yvonne B.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
michelle e.
6 Oct 2025
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michelle e.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
Angela W.
10 Sept 2025
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Angela W.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Trevor M.
23 Aug 2025
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Trevor M.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jon S.
31 Dec 2025
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Jon S.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
10/10 Excellent
Cathy E.
25 Jul 2025
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Cathy E.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Nicole G.
14 Sept 2025
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Nicole G.
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21 Sept 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Adam P.
8 Aug 2025
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Adam P.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Makayla B.
28 May 2025
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Family vacation
Makayla B.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Nathan S.
24 Jun 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place
Nathan S.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
michelle W.
5 Jun 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
michelle W.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jaclyn Z.
15 Jun 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best vacation in a long time!
Jaclyn Z.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Kelly H.
9 Jul 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Log Cabin
Kelly H.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Trey S.
29 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay!
Trey S.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
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Heather W.
24 May 2023
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Very Nice Cabin
Heather W.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Julie F.
1 Nov 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good Family Stay
Julie F.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Betsy M.
24 Sept 2024
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Girls Weekend
Betsy M.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Michelle I.
3 Jun 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sand dunes
Michelle I.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Loral W.
4 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location.
Loral W.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
8/10 Good
Kathy S.
7 Oct 2024
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Fall trip to Mears
Kathy S.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
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18 Sept 2024
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Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Aaron B.
21 Oct 2024
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Wedding weekend
Aaron B.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Darlene B.
30 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Golden dunes
Darlene B.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
About the host
Hosted by Jill Campbell-Mason
I am in my mid-70s, mostly retired. I enjoy the beauty of the outdoors and the serenity of privacy in my own space. I built this home from very special circumstances that we will share upon rental if requested. It is quite an amazing, heartfelt story. I love this home and have placed special artwork from different countries we have visited there as well as some of my own original artwork. I am the artist of the family. You will notice the rendition of the dunes in the Great Room as well as a birch bark watercolor and the rock (all rocks from Lake Michigan) mosaic on the retaining wall as you come up to the property. There are also other paintings and a photo wall divider created by me of the area. I am a collectible artist with works in galleries and permanent collections. Several canvas photographs of the area are for sale: if you have an interest please contact me after or during your stay.
The coat racks in the entry are handmade, Jill painted them with native herbs: check them out! The brass bell collection that hangs on the stairway is also Jill's innovation. We enjoy meeting and conversing with people from all over and their unique stories. We rent the home, not only to be able to pay the taxes but also because we enjoy sharing this lovely, beautiful spot with others. Our home is in DeWitt, MI. which is only 145 miles distant so easily accessible by us on a regular basis.
The coat racks in the entry are handmade, Jill painted them with native herbs: check them out! The brass bell collection that hangs on the stairway is also Jill's innovation. We enjoy meeting and conversing with people from all over and their unique stories. We rent the home, not only to be able to pay the taxes but also because we enjoy sharing this lovely, beautiful spot with others. Our home is in DeWitt, MI. which is only 145 miles distant so easily accessible by us on a regular basis.
Why they chose this property
This is a house that I custom-built. I had the wonderful pleasure of designing it and seeing it through to completion. It is my dream. I have always wanted a place that looks toward the setting sun. There is something magical about it. The west coast of Michigan is quite well-developed, but this section is not quite so overrun by tourists and has such unique features. Where else can you ride on the dunes? You can find that home-town atmosphere with a local restaurant (the Open Hearth Grill) that utilizes foods from this location. As you drive to the house you pass orchards - white and pink in the spring , hanging with apples and cherries in the summer. You also pass graceful fields of asparagus-golden in the autumn.
What makes this property unique
It is especially lovely to walk the 26 acres and enjoy the stars from the deck at night. There is an unobstructed view, with no city lights intervening, of the Milky Way and the Summer Triangle. There is a family of turkeys who go by daily on their rounds, clucking and spreading their tail feathers. Deer are often seen on the property. Where else do you need to go for rejuvenation? After being at the beach or the dunes during the day, it is ABSOLUTELY wonderful to have your own space in the evening.
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