Home on the lake. Walk out your door for Swimming, boating or morning coffee.

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A marina with boats docked, a grassy area with a bench, and a sunset in the background.
A kitchen with a granite countertop, a white sink, wooden cabinets, and a window overlooking a lake.
A room with wooden walls, a sliding glass door with blinds, a television on a wooden stand, a sofa, and a small table.
A small house with a covered patio, a fenced yard, and a garage.
A cozy living room with a wooden floor, a ceiling fan, a sofa with cushions, a table, and a chair.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Highlights

  • By the lake
    Guests love the beautiful lakefront location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Silver Lake State Park
Sleeps 62 bedrooms4 beds

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Deck or patio
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Mears, MI
  • Place, Silver Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Silver Lake State Park
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, S.S. Badger: Lake Michigan Carferry
    ‪39 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Home on the lake. Walk out your door for Swimming, boating or morning coffee.

Location, Location, Location one of the best property locations on the entire lake. Delightful family location on the calm side of the lake isolated from traffic both on land and water. Conveniently located in a subdivision shielding it from traffic. Shallow waterfront, ideal for swimming with young children. Sand bottom lake with tie out for boat. Ice cream parlor and dune buggy rides within walking distance. Grassy waterfront for lounging lakeside, lake is ideal for water activities like skiing, fishing, and sailing. Full view of lake and sand dunes.

Mooring for boat, shallow lake front, outdoor gas grill, lawn chairs, patio chairs and table. Lakeside of cottage has sliding glass doors and windows with an unobstructed view of the lake. Great place to enjoy coffee by the water or relax inside with great view of the water. Enjoy 60' of Silver Lake frontage with the best views in all of Silver Lake area. No dirt or paved road to cross. Option to rent a second cottage on the same property (VRBO Listing #841621). Both have views of the dunes and lake, a fire pit, and a private dock. Bring your boat and dock it here all week. (Or rent a pontoon boat / kayaks / Stand up paddle boards on the lake).

One of the best locations on Silver Lake, not Upper Silver or the creek. We're located on the quiet side of the lake away from traffic. This cottage was recently renovated with an updated bathroom, new flooring, blinds, and lighting, as well as refinished cabinets and table. We're excited to share our sweet cottage with you. This location is within walking distance to Mac Woods Dune Rides and Whippy Dip. The kids can ride their bikes safely on our neighborhood streets. Just a short drive away (about 2 miles to the downtown area) are go-karts/arcade, bumper cars/boats, and miniature golf at Craig's Cruisers, shopping at Dunetown Mall, Ice Cream, restaurants, any type of water craft rental at the Wave Club, Jeep/Quad/Buggy rentals. Also, check out Cherry Point Farm & Market for their wonderful cherry donuts (really delicious!). Additionally, a ride out to the tallest lighthouse on Lake Michigan, Little Sable Point, to catch an evening sunset is a must-do on your vacation bucket list. The Lighthouse is open for tours during summer weekends.

Come for a fun and relaxing vacation . . . and return for generations!

Please note that each year we try to make additional upgrades in an effort to make your experience even better. Just some of these updates include:
2021: small portable dishwasher for those that would like this convenience
2022: new queen-size pillowtop mattress in the primary bedroom
2023: Enlarged the patio, installed 6 new windows, new 17" comfort-height toilet, new bathroom faucet, updated bedroom furniture for Queen bed, new pots and pans, decor updates (rugs, pictures, lamps, pillows, twin coverlets, etc), and added additional shelf in cabinet above the stove for your use. Also now including sheets and some towels for your use.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed
As long as you do not disturb neighbor’s
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
This is a family community therefore you are expected to be respectful of all neighbors.
All renters to bring their own sheets and towels for their stay.
Please deposit household garbage in outside cans before leaving drag to street.Please leave the facilities clean for limited touch up for next guests.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 816965vb
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.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Parties and events are allowed on site
Note from host: As long as you do not disturb neighbor’s
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Mears

Located in Mears, this cottage is in the city centre and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Silver Lake State Park. Craig's Cruisers Family Fun Center and Corn Maze are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and hiking/biking trails.
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Mears, MI

What's nearby

  • Silver Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Silver Lake State Park - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Upper Silver Lake - 5 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Michigan's Adventure - 32 min drive - 64.4 km
  • S.S. Badger: Lake Michigan Carferry - 39 min drive - 58.4 km

Getting around

  • Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 70 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Frickin' Chicken Shack - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Golden Sands Bucket Bar - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Open Hearth Grille - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪The Golden Eatery - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Lighthouse Grill & Gift Shop - ‬7 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Home on the lake. Walk out your door for Swimming, boating or morning coffee. pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Home on the lake. Walk out your door for Swimming, boating or morning coffee.?

As of 20 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Home on the lake. Walk out your door for Swimming, boating or morning coffee. on 13 Sept 2026 start from £1,391, 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 at Home on the lake. Walk out your door for Swimming, boating or morning coffee.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Home on the lake. Walk out your door for Swimming, boating or morning coffee.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Home on the lake. Walk out your door for Swimming, boating or morning coffee.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Home on the lake. Walk out your door for Swimming, boating or morning coffee. located?

Located in the heart of Mears, this cottage is within a 15-minute walk of Silver Lake and Silver Lake State Park. Lake Michigan is 1.2 mi (1.9 km) away.

About the host

Hosted by Bob Davies

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From Chicago area and I have been enjoying Silver Lake my entire life.

Why they chose this property

We have a wonderful view of the dunes. We also are in a nice little subdivision, so it's safe for kids to ride bikes, and play.

What makes this property unique

We are in one of the best locations on the lake. There is less wind and the water is calmer than on the far side of the lake, and it's perfect for children and adults alike.

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