Located on the southern end of Lake Bellaire, Beside Quiet Waters is a spacious, private waterfront retreat offering classic Up North living with access to Northern Michigan’s Lower Chain of Lakes. With 200 feet of private frontage, peaceful nature preserve surroundings, and room for large groups, this home is ideal for family gatherings, boating adventures, and lakeside memories—all with direct access to Torch Lake and beyond.
The Space:
- 6 bedrooms | 9 beds | Sleeps up to 14 | 4 Kings, 2 Queens, 1 Double bed, 2 Single beds.
- 3.5 bathrooms
- Multiple sleeping areas including a separate summer garage apartment
- Main home with open living spaces and lake views
- Great room with stone fireplace and two-story vaulted ceilings
- Fully equipped kitchen with two refrigerators
- Recreation room with temperature-controlled lap pool and ping pong table
- Separate summer apartment over the garage with sleeping areas, full bath, and kitchenette
- Lakeside deck for relaxing and dining
- Firepit for evening gatherings
- 100-foot private dock for boating
- Mini-split air conditioning in each bedroom and living area
- High-speed internet and streaming TV
Guest Access:
- Entire waterfront property
- Main home and garage apartment
- Private beach and lake access
- Private dock
- Lakeside deck and firepit
- Free parking on premises
The Neighborhood:
- Situated on Lake Bellaire within the Lower Chain of Lakes
- Boat access to Torch Lake, Clam Lake, Grass River, Lake Skegemog, and Elk Lake
- Minutes from Alden, Bellaire, and Elk Rapids
- Close to shopping, dining, and local marinas
- Near fruit orchards, flower gardens, and scenic drives
- Close to wineries, including Torch Lake Cellars
- Nearby craft breweries, including Shorts Brewing and Mammoth Distillery
- Surrounded by nature preserves and quiet residential roads
Getting Around:
- Free parking available on site
- Easy boating access throughout the Chain of Lakes
- Short drives to nearby towns and attractions
- Day trips to Sleeping Bear Dunes, Mackinac Island, and Northern Michigan highlights
Other Things to Note:
- Rental agreement required
- Photo ID + copy of ID required for reservation confirmation
- Primary renters must be 25+
- No smoking or vaping
- No pets
- No parties
- No fireworks or firearms
- Check-in required at our nearby office
- Check-in: 3 PM
- Check-out: 9 AM
- Waterfront property—children should be supervised
- Summer apartment available seasonally
Interaction with Guests:
- Our local team is just a phone call away and available to assist throughout your stay.
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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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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 and a first aid kit
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
Bellaire
Located in Bellaire, this holiday home is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Torch Lake and Glacial Hills Pathway and Natural Area Trailhead, while Twisted Fish Gallery and Guntzviller's Spirit of the Woods Museum are cultural highlights.
Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 63 min drive
Restaurants
‪Short's Brewing Company - ‬22 min drive
‪McDonald's - ‬17 min drive
‪M88 Morning Grind - ‬23 min drive
‪Shanty Creek Resorts - ‬21 min drive
‪Blue Water Bistro & Pizzeria - Torch Lake Pizza - ‬21 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Beside Quiet Waters | Waterfront | Lake Bellaire pet-friendly?
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
How much does it cost to stay at Beside Quiet Waters | Waterfront | Lake Bellaire?
As of 12 May, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Beside Quiet Waters | Waterfront | Lake Bellaire on 18 Aug, 2026 start from S$1,432, 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 Beside Quiet Waters | Waterfront | Lake Bellaire?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Beside Quiet Waters | Waterfront | Lake Bellaire?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Beside Quiet Waters | Waterfront | Lake Bellaire?
Checkout is at 9:00 AM.
Where is Beside Quiet Waters | Waterfront | Lake Bellaire located?
Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Lake Bellaire and Clam Lake. Torch Lake and Clam River 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.
Would love to plan another trip there....time went to fast...it was amazing..everyone had a great time..thanks again for having us..
Denise L.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Jul, 2024
So glad you had a wonderful time.
It is certainly a special property for sure.
We hope to see you next year!
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Julie L.
26 Aug, 2018
Beautiful location and very clean!
Our family had a reunion and we went to Lake Bellaire, the lake where several of us spent the summers growing up. Sparrow’s Nest was a wonderful house on beautiful private grounds. We would stay there again!
Positives- great location, spacious, lots of nature, great deck, waterfront, comfortable beds.
Negatives- indoor hot tub very loud when trying to sleep, not easy to dock a boat, not great for swimming very weedy.
We had a large family vacation and Sparrows Nest held us all comfortably! We found it very clean and well appointed. The location is beautiful and area super fun. The swim spa was a hit with the kids though a bit more connection to the lake - beach area and/or kayak/paddle board/canoe - would make the stay even better. Thanks!
Jeff Y.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified
6/10 Okay
bonny w.
3 Aug, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location
only 2 people stayed due to illness in family. seemed a little high priced for property. Water was pretty weedy for swimming. Would try somewhere else next time
My family of 5, my sister and niece and a couple of boyfriends rounded out our group of 9. We had a wonderful time. The deck was great. We enjoyed the view and the location at the end of the lake. Great space for lawn games. Cool fire pit. Air conditioning units in bedrooms were awesome. We had one minor issue and it was resolved promptly. We were able to secure our jet skis on the dock. We really enjoyed ourselves.
The property was beautiful... just as advertised. The checkin checkout process was archaic.. and a waste of time. Is it too much to ask that the check in and check out process be managed by electronic keys/locks?
Plenty of room to play volleyball, Bocce ball, Frisbee, hang hammocks and slack lines. The only improvement would be a beach…hint, hint. Love Lake Bellaire.
My family was super pleased with the property and had a great time.
Maggie O.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2019
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Joan E.
14 Jul, 2019
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Beautiful Location
The property was absolutely gorgeous!!!
The house was ok but it did fulfill our needs.
It was very hot, so the house was very warm even with the air conditioner on.
Thanks
Joan E.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
Verified
8/10 Good
Elizabeth B.
19 Aug, 2018
Great place for outdoor living!
We stayed at this property for a week with several families and had a great time. Plenty of beds for all of us and a separate apartment over the garage for one of our older couples who liked to be able to go bed a little early. Well stocked kitchen - with small appliances and plenty of kitchen tools. The two refrigerators were really helpful to cut down on the need to go to the grocery store more than once. The real highlight was an amazing multi-level deck with lots of comfortable chairs, perfect for morning coffee and watching sunsets. Beds were very comfortable and while the main living area is not large, it is well laid out with plenty of seating.
Elizabeth B.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Marian R.
26 Jul, 2018
Perfect House
The house was perfect for the 10 of us. Granddaughters stayed in the apartment and really liked having their " own" place. Really liked the 2. Refrigerators. Could have used a listing of the TV stations. Only criticism were the fact that several beds did not have top sheets on the them. Think we used every aspect of the place...loved the large deck....think the edge of the steps should be painted yellow as they blend with all the wood and I almost missteped and came close to falling. Hopefully the house was left in a clean condition. Housekeeping was still there when we arrived so we had to wait almost an hour to get in. Would recommend the house highly! MJB
Marian R.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Joan B.
13 Jun, 2018
The home and surrounding property is very clean and well maintained.
The home and surrounding property is very clean and well maintained.
Joan B.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2018
About the host
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