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Upscale Lakefront Oasis: Private Dock, Dune Views, Firepit!

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Terrace/patio
Third Bedroom Upstairs featuring an adorable King Bed and Luxury Bedding
Front of House on Silver Lake
Warm up by the fireplace & relax on the oversized sectional after a long day!
Utilize the Large Mirror in the Bedroom when Getting Ready

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms4+ bathroomsSleeps 16

Popular amenities

  • Garage parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Dock

Explore the area

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Mears, MI
  • Place, Craig's Cruisers Family Fun Center
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Upper Silver Lake
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Silver Lake State Park
    ‪19 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 16)

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

Bedroom 5

2 Large Single Bunk Beds

Living Room 1

1 Queen Sofa Bed and 2 Single Beds

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

4 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo

Bathroom 4

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 5

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Number of living rooms
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Upscale Lakefront Oasis: Private Dock, Dune Views, Firepit!

Event Calendar 2026:
◆ May 15: Mac Woods Dune Rides Opening Day
◆ May 28 - May 31: Silver Lake Sand Dunes Jeep Invasion
◆ Jun 12-14: National Asparagus Festival
◆ Jul 2: Hart Sparks Firework Celebration
◆ Jul 4: Thunder Over the Dunes Fireworks
◆ Jul 5: Stony Lake Sparkler 5k Run
◆ Jul 17-18: Heroes on the Dunes Weekend
◆ Aug 7-8: Bronco Takeover
◆ Aug 15-16: Free ORV Weekend
◆ Sep 11-12: Silver Lake Sand Dunes Apple & BBQ Festival
◆ Sep 26-27: Pentwater's Fall Fest
◆ Oct 10: Oktoberfest w/ Car Show
◆ Oct 24: Spooktacular
◆ Nov 1-30: Horseback Riding on the Dunes
◆ Dec 15- Mar 15: Fat Tire Biking on the Dunes

Whether You're Looking for a Peaceful Retreat or an Active Vacation, the Silver Lake Retreat is the Perfect Destination to Create Unforgettable Memories with Family or Friends.

Perhaps the Best Feature of this Property is the Ability to Anchor Your Watercraft or a Rented one on your Own Private Dock. Take a Short Leisurely Stroll to Nearby Attractions, such as the Water Sports Rentals, Dunes and Dune Rentals, Public Beach, Craig's Cruisers, Mini Golf, Restaurants/Cafes, Ice Cream Shops, and more!

Stepping into our Expansive 3,340 sqft Home, you will find a beautiful Entryway and Hallway Leading you to many Spaces of the Home. Heading down the Hallway, you will Discover the Open-Concept Living Space with Floor-to-Ceiling Windows Featuring Incredible Views of the All-Sports Lake and Dunes. Curl up Near the Beautiful Stone Fireplace at Night, and Kick Back on the Spacious Sectional to Watch your Favorite Movies, Shows, and Sports on our 65" Smart Roku TV.

Our Beautifully Appointed Kitchen Features Marble Countertops, New Stainless Steel Appliances, and Everything you may Need to Cook a Fantastic Meal. Gather Around our Gorgeous Oak Table with Seating for 6, and Utilize the Additional 5 High-Top Chairs Surrounding the Island to Share a Meal. Wake up and Enjoy a Delicious Cup of Coffee/Tea from our Keurig Coffee Machine, out by the Lake, and Finish the Day Sitting Around the Built-in Firepit with S'mores.

The Main Floor also Features a Large Laundry Room with Ample Counter Space for Folding Laundry, as well as an Attached Full Bathroom.

With 5 Bedrooms, 4.5 Bathrooms, and 11 Total Beds your Group can Comfortably Spread Out and Relax Among Our Beautifully Appointed Spaces.

Bedroom Breakdown:

★ Master Bedroom: Located on the Main Floor, Featuring a Stunning King Bed, a Spacious Walk-In Closet with Custom Built-ins, a Large Ensuite Bathroom Featuring a Shower & Jacuzzi Tub, a White Noise Machine, and a Ceiling Fan

★ Bedroom 2: Located on the Main Floor Featuring 2 Spacious Twin Beds, and a Spacious Closet for Your Belongings, and a Half-Bath Right Outside of the Bedroom

★ Bedroom 3 Upstairs: Features a Beautiful King Bed, a Sizeable Closet with Built-Ins for Your Items, a White Noise Machine, a Ceiling Fan, and Direct Access to the First Full Bathroom Across the Hall

★ Bedroom 4 Upstairs: Features a Charming King Bed, Ample Closet Space, a White Noise Machine, a Ceiling Fan, and Direct Access to the First Full Bathroom Across the Hall

★ Bedroom 5 Upstairs: Features a Lovely King Bed, Spacious Closet, White Noise Machine, a Ceiling Fan, and Conveniently Located Next to the Second Full Bathroom

★ Upstairs Loft: A Cozy Twin Day Bed with a Trundle Bed, a Queen Sofa Bed, a 50" Smart TV, a Nintendo Switch, and an Assortment of Games

** Please note: there is a small residential road with a 25 mph speed limit between the home and the dock/lakeside patio. It is a safe, family neighborhood road that is consistently monitored due to its proximity to Silver Lake State Park, and many families with children live along this road.


Amenity Highlights:

◆ Spacious Property to Hold 16 guests
◆ 5 Bedrooms, with 11 Total Beds
◆ Large Private Dock & Waterfront
◆ Built-In Firepit
◆ Complementary Bundle of Firewood & S'mores Essentials Provided!
◆ Propane Grill & Tools
◆ Spacious Fully Equipped Kitchen
◆ Yard Games: Cornhole, Kan Jam, Ladder Toss, and Spikeball
◆ Beach & Lounge Chairs, Life Jackets, and Beach Towels
◆ Jacuzzi Bathtub
◆ Ping Pong Table
◆ Nintendo Switch Console
◆ 2 Smart TVs w/ major streaming apps for you to sign in and stream
◆ Washer & Dryer
◆ Keurig Duo

Nearby Attractions:

● Wave Club Water Sports Rental: 0.1 Miles Away
● Craig's Cruisers: 0.3 Miles Away
● Silver Lake Chicken Shack: 0.4 Miles Away
● Silver Lake Buggy Rentals: 0.5 Miles Away
● Silverback Off-Road Rental: 0.9 Miles Away
● Silver Lake Pizza Factory: 1 Mile Away
● Mac Wood's Dune Rides: 1.7 Miles Away
● Silver Lake Whippy Dip: 1.8 Miles Away
● Golden Sands Golf & Bucket Bar: 3.4 Miles Away
● Little Sable Point Lighthouse: 3.5 Miles Away
● Open Hearth Bar & Grille: 5 Miles Away

Other Things to Note:
- Primary Reservation Holder must be above the age of 25.
- No parties permitted
- No pets permitted.
- Please make sure to state the accurate amount of guests who will be staying with you during your stay.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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About the area

Mears

Located in Mears, this holiday home is near theme parks and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Silver Lake State Park and Lake Michigan. Travelling with kids? Consider Craig's Cruisers Family Fun Center and Lewis Farm Market & Petting Farm. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and mountain biking.
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Mears, MI

What's nearby

  • Craig's Cruisers Family Fun Center - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Upper Silver Lake - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Silver Lake State Park - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • S.S. Badger: Lake Michigan Carferry - 36 min drive - 55.6 km
  • Michigan's Adventure - 36 min drive - 67.3 km

Getting around

  • Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 61 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪The Golden Eatery - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Open Hearth Grille - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Big Hart Brewing Company - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Golden Sands Bucket Bar - ‬8 min drive

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 7 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Luke V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was wonderful and such a great location right at the lake and nearby the local Silver lake stores. The house was well supplied with all the cooking, lake and fun supplies needed. The place was clean and nicely furnished with plenty of room for everyone on each bedroom.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Aug 2025
Thank you for your kind note, Luke. It was a pleasure hosting your group!
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10/10 Excellent

Jes

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
GORGEOUS home, beautiful scenery, the directions from the host were excellent! Amazing hosts and very accommodating. Our group will def. plan to be back another trip!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jodi B.

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

Amazing sunsets

Everything in the home was as described and more. Definitely would recommend to others.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Sept 2023
Thank you, Jodi! It was an absolute pleasure hosting your group, and we greatly hope that we can have you stay with us again next year!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great Stay on Silver Lake

Our extended family of 6 adults and 4 teens and 1 almost teen totally enjoyed our stay at Silver Lake Retreat. Plenty of room for everyone and a perfect location within walking distance of multiple Silver Lake attractions. Lake Michigan dunes, Silver Lake State Park and a boat rental business provided us with many options of things to do. The home itself was spotless and the owner always responded to any questions we had promptly. Thank you for a fabulous stay…we hope to return next summer.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Jul 2025
Thank you very much for your kind note, Deb. I am so happy to hear that your family enjoyed our home and your stay. We would love to host your group again in the future anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl T.

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

Family vacation

The property is beautiful and the host was extremely accommodating making for efficient communication including check in and out procedures, as well as other key information that helped make our stay truly enjoyable. The house comes equipped with everything and more! And the location is ideally located for lake and dune activities, among other amenities. We had an amazing family vacation and would highly recommend this property! Outstanding!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Jul 2024
Thank you so much for your kind note, Cheryl! You were perfect guests, and we would love the opportunity to host you again in the future!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donald K.

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

Silver Lake getaway

We loved our week stay on this Silver Lake property! The location of this property was perfect! From the view of the lake and sand dunes to the short drive to beautiful beaches, dune excursions and fun family excursions the location could not be surpassed! The sunsets from the dock were beautiful each night! My grandchildren loved the short walk to ice cream, putt putt courses and a go kart track! The property itself was extremely clean, spacious and appointed with everything from bikes, beach chairs and umbrella! Hailey is a superb host! Very attentive and responds within minutes of an inquiry! Would highly recommend this property! We hope to return in the future!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Jul 2024
Thank you very much for your kind note, Jane! It was an absolute pleasure hosting your group, and we would love to host your group again anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah D.

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

Beautiful Silver Lake View

We had a great time staying at this beautiful property on Silver Lake! We had a group of 11 and there was plenty of space. The dock right across the street was great! The property is clean and had what we needed. Hailey was always quick to respond if we had any questions. One thing to keep in mind is there is a street between the house and the water. It’s pretty busy during the day with vehicles heading to the dunes. It wasn’t a problem for us but something to be aware of. Overall we had a great stay! The sunsets were a highlight as well as taking our paddle boards out on the water. We used the boat rental down the street and it was very easy and fun. Lots to enjoy at this location! We highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Jul 2023
Thank you very much Sarah! It was an absolute pleasure hosting your group, and we would love to have you stay with us again anytime!
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