Cottage on Bear Lake Sleeps 6

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A wooden deck with a chair and a 'SOLD HERE' sign, overlooking a lake.
A bedroom with a bed, a chair, a dresser, and two framed pictures on the wall.
A house with a wooden deck and a window with metal bars.
A cozy cabin room with a wooden bench, two chairs, a framed painting, and a poster on the wall.
A compact kitchen with a refrigerator, wooden door, and a small dining area with a chair.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • By the lake
    Guests love the beautiful lakefront location.

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Onsite parking available
  • Non-smoking

Explore the area

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Bear Lake, MI
  • Place, Bear Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Little River Casino
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Place, Crystal Mountain
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Airport, Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

0 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

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About the area

Bear Lake

Located in Bear Lake, this cottage is on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Misty Acres Preserve, while Arcadia Area Historical Museum and Michigan Legacy Art Park are cultural highlights. Take in the nearby slopes with skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as sledging.
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Bear Lake, MI

What's nearby

  • Bear Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Arcadia Bluffs Golf Course - 9 min drive - 9.4 km
  • Little River Casino - 19 min drive - 27.2 km
  • Crystal Mountain - 22 min drive - 29.5 km
  • Interlochen Center for the Arts - 46 min drive - 63.7 km

Getting around

  • Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Laheys Public House - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Lake and Latte - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Chestnut Hills Golf Course - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Lake Side Cafe - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Grille 44 - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cottage on Bear Lake Sleeps 6 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Cottage on Bear Lake Sleeps 6?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Cottage on Bear Lake Sleeps 6?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cottage on Bear Lake Sleeps 6?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Cottage on Bear Lake Sleeps 6 located?

Situated on a lake, this cottage is steps from Bear Lake and 2.4 mi (3.8 km) from Wolf River Golf Park. Lake Michigan and Pierport Beach are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 111 out of 136 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 19 out of 136 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 136 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 136 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 136 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is our third time staying at this property and we enjoyed it as always!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a wonderful two weeks spent in my old childhood vacation stomping grounds. This is a sweet little place loaded with memories and curiosities of this beautiful area. Will put this on my “Do It Again” list.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is our 5th time here. We love it! Jeff is the best!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Sept 2026
Thanks Jennifer , sorry I missed you this trip . Maybe next time ... enjoy your Fall , Jeff
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Always a pleasure to go back to Bear Lake. Jeff, the owner is an excellent host. Looking forward to coming back next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Jul 2026
Thanks Tom always a pleasure !! Hope you had a good trip home ... Jeff
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Would've liked to have air conditioning & a queen or king sized bed
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great view of lake from the deck. I was alone, so did not use the paddle boat. Host met me at cottage at check in to show me around.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Aug 2026
Thanks Barb , it was great to meet you , Jeff
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice Lakefront cabin. Suited our needs perfectly. I would highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 31 May 2026
Thanks Steve glad you had a good time , thanks again for your business ...
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Jeff is a wonderful host.I rented his pontoon boat at a very low price: caught multiple fish species,Beautiful Bear Lake and area, Every one waves hello when driving in the neighborhood and says hello when when you are walking around.Great food, service and people at Lakeside Cafe'The cottage is warm and comfortable with a wonderful view of the Lake,Sunrise view is incredible, I saw Eagles, Loons diving for fish,Farm produce is great, I bought a large amount of local honey,I could go on an on,I will definitely book again and again,Joe Muer
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Aug 2026
Thank you Joe , I could not have said it better .... Thanks Again for your business 1
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a great stay with my boys ice fishing. Great location right on the water.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Mar 2026
Thanks Jakob , glad you had a good time . Jeff
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just right and a great location for our golf trip.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent nice place
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was like what was listed. The place was very clean. The host was very responsive and respectful. The host even repaired the screen door to the deck when we arrived
View on a sunny day
View at sunset
Stayed 8 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 18 May 2026
Thanks Marlene , it was great to meet you and chat about local people that we had in common. Thanks again for your business, best regards Jeff
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice place, beautiful sunrises, host was helpful and friendly, quiet spot on the lake
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Sept 2025
Thank you Brad , hope to see you again , enjoy the rest of this great weather !!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Love this place! We’ll be returning again, soon!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay!

Beautiful views!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay

We love the area and access to Lake Michigan.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Aug 2022
Thanks Cynthia , Look forward to next time , Enjoy your fall !!! Jeff
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful and relaxing stay.

Very glad a choose to stay here.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 15 May 2023
Thanks, Kevin. I'm glad you guys enjoyed the cottage!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice quiet cottage on bear lake. Beautiful scenery all around.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a cottage on the lake full of memories past and memories to be made. We absolutely loved our stay and felt at home. Hot showers and clean bathroom. Perfect for a week away.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Oct 2025
Thank you Emily , glad you enjoyed your stay , best regards .... Jeff
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place

Great cabin on the lake
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Bear lake

We enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great view, friendly neighborhood
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Aug 2025
Hi Jacob , Glad we had a chance to meet . enjoy the rest of the summer !!!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The lake view was amazing and the area was very quite and peaceful. Host, Jeff, was very nice and informative and responded to my messages promptly.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Enjoyed our time

Perfect for our little family!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cabin was cozy and beautiful view of the lakeOwner checked in on us to make sure we knew where everything was. Very friendly
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Oct 2025
Hi Belinda , thank you for your kind review , I'm glad that you enjoyed the cottage .... Jeff
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