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Shanty Creek Treehouse

Lakefront holiday home with water park and fitness centre

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View of the house from driveway
Main open living dining area w/TV
Rec room seating and TV area
Main open living area w/TV
Living room and retro fireplace

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 91496.2 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Pool
  • Washer
  • Gym

Explore the area

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Bellaire, MI
  • Place, Schuss Mountain
  • Place, The Legend
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Lake Bellaire
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪58 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

4 Single Bunk Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Shanty Creek Treehouse

Located within the beautiful Shanty Creek/Schuss Mountain resort area, the Treehouse is perfectly located to take advantage of four seasons of Northern Michigan splendor! Sitting high in the hardwood forest, the Treehouse is only minutes from pools (included with your stay), lakes, restaurants and the area`s finest golf courses. You’re right in the middle of all the amenities and fun you expect in the beautiful Shanty Creek area!



In the milder months, there`s plenty to do here. Drive the kids a couple minutes over to the indoor pool / hot tub at Schuss Village. Put in a few holes at the most picturesque golf courses in the state. Take a 15-minute drive out to gorgeous Torch Lake (the `Carribean of the north`!). Hike, bike and play on some of Michigan`s most beautiful and well-kept trails. Climb to the top of Schuss Mountain. The house is located in a beautiful, wooded neighborhood full of paved, gently rolling streets and paths and is great for bike riding. There are many mountain biking trails around the area as well - the beautiful Glacial Hills bike trail system is only 10 minutes away. Or maybe just sit out on the deck with your morning coffee; high up in the trees, you`ll hear only the whispering hardwoods and occasional chickadee.



For the colder months, the family friendly Schuss Mountain (or the `Kingdom of Schuss` as we call it) offers the very best skiing and snowboarding around. Trails for cross country skiing and snowshoeing are within minutes of the Treehouse, as are trails for riding your Fat Mountain Bikes. When the day is done, curl up in front of the fireplace with a good book and good company.



The Treehouse sleeps 8+ comfortably and offers a full kitchen with complimentary coffee and tea, two full bathrooms, large, comfy bedrooms, and a spacious rec room with a pool table and video games Wi-Fi, cable TV, in-house laundry facilities, and a pack n play type crib are also included.



The Bellaire area offers access to hundreds of attractions. Shanty Creek boasts five championship golf courses: Cedar River (Weiskopf), The Legend (Palmer), Schuss Mountain Course, Summit Course and Hawkseye. In addition, other excellent courses are conveniently located nearby. Take a short trip to Lake Bellaire, Torch Lake, or Grand Traverse Bay on Lake Michigan for swimming or boating, or enjoy a nice, relaxing canoe ride down the Jordan river. (NOTE- when you book with us we`ll send you our complete list of personal favorites for bars, restaurants and the area`s `hidden gems` you`ll want to check out!)



We look forward to hosting you, your family, and friends at the Shanty Creek Treehouse - your comfortable home base for an incredible up-north experience!

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
Pet Friendly
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Bellaire

Located in Bellaire, this holiday home is in the city centre and on a lake. The Legend and The Chief Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Torch Lake and Grass River Natural Area. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Bellaire, MI

What's nearby

  • Hawk's Eye Golf Course - 4 min drive - 1.8 km
  • The Legend - 6 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Lake Bellaire - 10 min drive - 10.5 km
  • Short's Brewing Company - 12 min drive - 8.7 km
  • Clam Lake - 30 min drive - 23.5 km

Getting around

  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Hens Den - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Pizza Shoppe - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Short's Brewing Company - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Shanty Creek Treehouse have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Shanty Creek Treehouse pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Shanty Creek Treehouse?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Shanty Creek Treehouse?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Shanty Creek Treehouse located?

This family-friendly Bellaire holiday home is located on a lake, within 3 mi (5 km) of Schuss Mountain, Hawk's Eye Golf Course and The Legend. Lake Bellaire and The Chief Golf Course are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 185 out of 193 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 193 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Scott B.

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

New Year Ski Trip

Great location that is close to Schuss Mountain and Bellaire - our group had a wonderful time and we would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brad M.

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

Relaxing.

Our stay was very relaxing.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ryan M.

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

Cozy cottage

Funky chalet vibes and every convenience.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

charity c.

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

Fun Family Getaway

This property accommodated our family getaway perfectly! Great location. Would stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather F.

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

Great stay

Great stay! Had a great time and everything was very clean!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Corey T.

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

Perfect Woodsy Getaway

We enjoyed the property and wish we had stayed longer to utilize all they had to offer. Would love to stay again as the place was clean, great location, and lots to offer.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brant R.

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

Great place!

We had a great stay for a skiing weekend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

David W.

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

Great place near everything

Clean, quiet property for a nice getaway for the family or friends
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christen

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
This property is perfect for a family with teens or young adults. With a family room, pool table, and 2 bedrooms on one floor for the kids. Then another family room, dining room, kitchen, and one bedroom. Very close to the ski hill with a nice pool and hot tub.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great Vacation

The house did not disappoint- we had everything and more than we needed at the Tree House! A great location to visit lots of fun places in Northern Michigan We would stay again
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jodie B.

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

Cozy treehouse getaway

Thoroughly enjoyed our stay! Host was very accommodating. Would love to visit again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Danielle P.

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

Girls Trip

We had a great stay at this property. The property manager was easy to work with. Responded quickly when I had any questions. Plenty of space for all of us.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erik M.

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

Excellent experience

Highly recommend. We had a great time.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

robert h.

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

Perfect cabin in the woods for whole family with room to spare

Great location to ski hills and town for fun and eats. Very well kept with amenities to spare. Plenty to do outdoors and indoors whether it’s cold, hot, snowy, or rainy.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Thor H.

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

A little slice of peace

The Tree House was a great base camp for our adventures in the upper part of the lower peninsula of MI. We enjoyed the stay immensely. We formerly lived in a resort community like this in WI and it was very similar...but better!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Judy S., Brighton, MI

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

UP NORTH IN THE TREES

We loved the deck in the trees, perfect place to relax. In the evening the ladies enjoyed a friendly game of pool and during the day card games and traveling into town for lunch. This was a great place for a family getaway.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jaclyn V.

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

Lovely place

My husband and I stayed here for 3 nights in April. It was lovely - we loved the house/atmosphere. I am a clean freak and it was clean enough - not perfect, but clean enough that I was very comfortable. 😊 The decor and design of the place was great - cozy, restful, quiet. We would definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diana H., Ann Arbor

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

Cozy and spacious! We had a great ski trip at Shuss!

Great for our family, clean, spacious, and private. We loved the wood burner, games, resort, skiing, and enjoyed being able to bring our dog. I would totally recommend and come back again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephen D.

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

Trip to Bellaire

A great choice for visiting Bellaire. The cabin is on a quiet, private street and surrounded by trees. The owners are very well prepared and make a real effort to ensure their guests have a good stay. We would definitely rent this cabin again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

James T.

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

We had a great time

The Treehouse was a great place to stay for 2 couples and our sons. We love the Bellaire area and the house was in a very quiet setting. The house is well kept, everything worked. We enjoyed a few games of billiards and a chilly evening on the deck with a nice fire.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Arthur V., Brooklyn, NY

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

Weekend in the woods

This was the perfect place for a weekend with lifelong friends. Would give it a sixth star if possible.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Austin J.

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

Beautiful cabin!

Myself and three other friends really enjoyed our stay at the cabin. We were celebrating a friend’s soon coming marriage and really enjoyed our time in the north of Michigan, went for some mountain biking, enjoyed the beautiful woods and scenery and enjoyed some good times together at the cabin.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah R.

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

Perfect getaway

This house was the best! Everything was super clean and comfortable. The cabin was updated really well with thoughtful details! We used the pool once also which was a nice perk for staying in Shanty Creek. We hope to return again:)
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa A.

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

Bellaire Stay

My husband and I had a very nice stay at this Bellaire chalet. It was exactly as described and as the pictures depicted. It was a central location for a trip to Traverse City one day and Boyne City another day which was especially beautiful with the fall colors. The house was comfortable and homey.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert S.

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

Love this place

This was the second time we stayed in this house. Only issue was a problem with the mini-split heaters but backup baseboard heaters did the job. Will stay there again.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

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Hosted by Jim Meloche

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