Waterfront Cabin on Silver Lake Channel. Row or Motor boat to the Sand Dunes.

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A wooden deck overlooking a calm lake with a dock and a boat.
A compact kitchen with a stove, microwave, sink, and cabinets.
Living area
A silver car parked in front of a small shed in a wooded area.
A room with a dining area, a TV mounted on the wall, and a fan on the floor.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Highlights

  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Silver Lake State Park

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Dog-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Mears, MI
  • Place, Silver Lake State Park
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Silver Lake
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Upper Silver Lake
    ‪7 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Mears

Located in Mears, this cottage is near theme parks and on the waterfront. The Fox Barn Winery and Craig's Cruisers Family Fun Center are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Michigan and Silver Lake State Park. Corn Maze and Lewis Farm Market & Petting Farm are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and hunting.
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Mears, MI

What's nearby

  • Silver Lake State Park - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Silver Lake - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Little Sable Point Lighthouse - 5 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Upper Silver Lake - 7 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Michigan's Adventure - 34 min drive - 65.1 km

Getting around

  • Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 71 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Open Hearth Grille - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪The Golden Eatery - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Whippy Dip - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Lighthouse Grill & Gift Shop - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Farmhouse Kitchen - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Waterfront Cabin on Silver Lake Channel. Row or Motor boat to the Sand Dunes. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Waterfront Cabin on Silver Lake Channel. Row or Motor boat to the Sand Dunes.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Waterfront Cabin on Silver Lake Channel. Row or Motor boat to the Sand Dunes.?

Check-in begins at 1:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Waterfront Cabin on Silver Lake Channel. Row or Motor boat to the Sand Dunes.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Waterfront Cabin on Silver Lake Channel. Row or Motor boat to the Sand Dunes. located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is within 1 mi (2 km) of Silver Lake State Park and Lake Michigan. Silver Lake and Little Sable Point Lighthouse are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 103 out of 134 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 134 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 134 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 134 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 134 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Owner was easy to reach. Quiet location. We stayed end of season but would be better summer as it’s close to both lakes and on the canal.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Oct 2026
Bless you Anna, come back anytime.
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Very nice setting to relax and have some interactions other vacationers.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Sept 2026
Thank you Steve. I assume the 6/10 is a typo. 10/10 is my goal..
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an amazing time at the cabin! It was simple and cozy and just what we needed for a getaway. The view was beautiful and the location was just far enough away from the crazy of Silver Lake yet close enough to go to town.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Sept 2026
I appreciate you so much April. Come back anytime.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
GREAT FIND!! My husband found the perfect place for us to get away for a few days and explore the sand dunes and Silver Lake! Cozy cabin with everything we needed to have some fun, including a canoe and boat to cruise the gorgeous inlet and amazing Silver Lake!! And to have a laid back, no fuss host was the cherry on top!! Can't wait to come back for more!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good location, quiet.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Jun 2026
Come Back Anytime Steven.
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
The house had a horrible mildew smell that hit you when you opened the door each time! It needs a update with paint as the ceilings were yellow with water spots. It needs a little TLC. The view from the porch was beautiful, location to town was great. It it a rough little place but we enjoyed our stay! It does not have a furnace but had a great little fire stove in the living room that worked great! The owner was easy to work with! A great little place if you don't want fancy!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Sept 2026
I was sad to read the 3 star review. No one has made any comments this year about any odor. On the channel it can smell musty in the Hot & Humid days of summer when you open the door and go out. Glad you appreciated the wood burner, I am clear in my description there is no central heat. Most important you wrote you enjoyed your stay.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, great time.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a restful place to get away! Beautiful views of the river, with kayaks and canoes paddling by by every day. We were visited by a green heron every morning, searching for the many fish and frogs we heard splashing.The cottage has everything you need for an outdoorsy vacation. It's not luxurious, but rather nostalgic and charming. This cottage has been loved for many years, in two different locations. It was fun to read the guest book and the engraving on the coffee table. I always love learning about the history of a place.It's worth noting that the cottages in the neighborhood are very close to each other, and the sound carries over the water. This didn't bother us, but if you're looking for complete silence and privacy, this may not be the place for you.Overall, this was a wonderful place to spend our week on the porch, on the water, and cuddled up watching a movie or two.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Jul 2026
You're the best Megan. Thank you.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place to stay

Had a great time at my weekend home away from home.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful location, pet friendly, with the no frills essentials. Great host communication.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent location and value! Nice, easy hike to Lake Michigan, canoe and boat to Silver Lake. We will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The location of this cabin couldnt be better! Just far enough to be out of the craziness of downtown but only min away from everything! We had so much fun.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great fishing!

Everyone enjoyed our stay. Cabin had everything we needed, kids enjoyed the fishing and wildlife.We all enjoyed the canoe rides down the river to silver lake. Would definitely come again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice older house . peaceful evening and easy to get anywhere we wanted to go.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice cottage on the water

Great place right on the water perfect for a fishing trip.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Relaxing fall getaway.

It was very quiet and peaceful, and being right on the channel with the state land across the water made for beautiful scenery.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Oct 2024
Come back anytime Daniel. I appreciate people that appreciate the cottage.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Weekend Getaway

Perfect place for a weekend getaway. Location was great. Loved having the boat with a motor to get to Silver lake.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

silver lake cabin

good location
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Enjoyful weekend at the dunes.

Was exactly what we were looking for nice place to stay and very close to the dunes. Will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

What a great week. We had such a good time.

Great time and will book again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Aug 2023
Perfect. Another Excellent Guest.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Relaxing weekend getaway!

My husband and I wanted to find a quiet place to unplug for our 12th wedding anniversary. It was perfect!! We had a great time and would love to bring out little ones back here one day!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy

we had a great time

we had a great time
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Aug 2023
I see you gave me low stars for house rules. Presumably because I asked you to take it down a notch after the neighbors contacted me that you partied outside until 4 AM. I can't please everyone.
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Great Stay with lots of options!

This place was perfect- easy to relax and if you want something more stimulating it’s easy to get to via boat or car! Easy access to Lake Michigan and Silver Lake Sand Dunes or you can just hang out on the deck and chill with a view of the channel and state land across!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Aug 2023
I wrote the guest and asked what I could do to improve and get 5 stars from them next time. They reported 4 stars was an error. Five stars was the intent.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Weekend Getaway!

The property was great! Quiet, peaceful and we had the best time watching the wildlife on the water! We would definitely recommend this place to anyone! Steve, the owner was great! Super responsive and helpful! Thanks again for sharing your property with us!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Aug 2025
Come back anytime. Renting to people with like you make it all worth it.
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