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Upscale Lakefront Oasis: Private Dock, Dune Views, Firepit!

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A circular outdoor seating area with a fire pit, surrounded by brick walls, overlooking a lake with a dock in the background.
A spacious kitchen with a large island, wooden cabinets, and a stone fireplace.
A staircase with carpeted steps and a wooden handrail, leading to a landing with a mirror and a console table with baskets.
A two-story house with a brick facade, a central entrance with a glass door, and an American flag.
A spacious living room with a large sectional sofa, a coffee table, and a fireplace. There are multiple windows offering a view of the outdoors.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
Perched on the lake, this vacation home accommodates 16 guests across 5 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms. It features 1 separate living room, 8 bicycles, a jetted bathtub, games, and video games. Enjoy lake views from the patio while engaging in nearby motorboating, tubing, and swimming. Explore Craig's Cruisers Family Fun Center and Upper Silver Lake.

Highlights

  • Room to spread out
    Enjoy spacious layout that give everyone more room to relax.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Upper Silver Lake
5 bedrooms4+ bathroomsSleeps 16

Popular amenities

  • Dock
  • Air-conditioning
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue grill
  • Onsite parking available
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Mears, MI
  • Place, Silver Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Craig's Cruisers Family Fun Center
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Silver Lake State Park
    ‪19 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 16)

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

Bedroom 5

2 Large Single Bunk Beds

Living Room 1

1 Queen Sofa Bed and 2 Single Beds

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

4 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo

Bathroom 4

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 5

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Number of living rooms
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Upscale Lakefront Oasis: Private Dock, Dune Views, Firepit!

Perfect for large families, multi-family trips, and group getaways, the Silver Lake Retreat is a spacious 3,340 sq. ft. lakefront home that comfortably sleeps up to 16 guests. With 5 bedrooms, 4.5 bathrooms, 11 total beds, a private dock, lakefront patio, built-in firepit, and multiple gathering spaces, this home is designed for unforgettable Silver Lake vacations.

Whether you’re looking for a peaceful retreat or an active Silver Lake getaway, this home gives you the best of both worlds. Enjoy incredible views of Silver Lake and the sand dunes, anchor your watercraft or a rented boat at your own private dock, and take a short stroll to nearby attractions including water sports rentals, dune rentals, the public beach, Craig’s Cruisers, mini golf, restaurants, cafes, ice cream shops, and more.

Inside, the home features an open-concept living space with floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking Silver Lake and the dunes. Relax by the stone fireplace, gather on the spacious sectional, or enjoy movies, shows, and sports on the 65" Smart Roku TV.

The fully equipped Kitchen features marble countertops, stainless steel appliances, a Keurig Duo, dining table seating for 6, and 5 additional island seats. Start your morning with coffee by the lake and end the night around the built-in firepit with s’mores.

The Main Floor also features a large Laundry Room with ample counter space for folding laundry, as well as an attached full Bathroom.

Bedroom Breakdown:

★ Master Bedroom: Main floor king bedroom with walk-in closet, ensuite bathroom with shower and Jacuzzi tub, white noise machine, and ceiling fan.

★ Bedroom 2: Main floor bedroom with 2 twin bunk beds, spacious closet, and a half-bath located right outside the room.

★ Bedroom 3 Upstairs: King bed, closet with built-ins, white noise machine, ceiling fan, and access to a full bathroom across the hall.

★ Bedroom 4 Upstairs: King bed, ample closet space, white noise machine, ceiling fan, and access to a full bathroom across the hall.

★ Bedroom 5 Upstairs: King bed, spacious closet, white noise machine, ceiling fan, and convenient access to the second upstairs full bathroom.

★ Upstairs Loft: Twin daybed with trundle, queen sofa bed, 50" Smart TV, Nintendo Switch, and games.

Amenity Highlights:

◆ Sleeps up to 16 guests — ideal for large families, multi-family trips, and group getaways
◆ 5 bedrooms, 4.5 bathrooms, and 11 total beds
◆ 3,340 sq. ft. spacious lakefront home
◆ Large private dock and waterfront patio
◆ Built-in firepit
◆ Complimentary bundle of firewood and s’mores essentials
◆ Propane grill and grilling tools
◆ Fully equipped kitchen
◆ Yard games: Cornhole, Kan Jam, Ladder Toss, and Spikeball
◆ Beach chairs, lounge chairs, life jackets, and beach towels
◆ Jacuzzi bathtub
◆ Ping pong table
◆ Nintendo Switch console
◆ 2 Smart TVs with major streaming apps
◆ Washer and dryer
◆ Keurig Duo

Nearby Attractions:

● Wave Club Water Sports Rental: 0.1 miles away
● Craig’s Cruisers: 0.3 miles away
● Silver Lake Chicken Shack: 0.4 miles away
● Silver Lake Buggy Rentals: 0.5 miles away
● Silverback Off-Road Rental: 0.9 miles away
● Silver Lake Pizza Factory: 1 mile away
● Mac Wood’s Dune Rides: 1.7 miles away
● Silver Lake Whippy Dip: 1.8 miles away
● Golden Sands Golf & Bucket Bar: 3.4 miles away
● Little Sable Point Lighthouse: 3.5 miles away
● Open Hearth Bar & Grille: 5 miles away

Local Event Calendar 2026:

◆ Jul 17–18: Heroes on the Dunes Weekend
◆ Aug 7–8: Bronco Takeover
◆ Aug 15–16: Free ORV Weekend
◆ Sep 11–12: Silver Lake Sand Dunes Apple & BBQ Festival
◆ Sep 26–27: Pentwater’s Fall Fest
◆ Oct 10: Oktoberfest with Car Show
◆ Oct 24: Spooktacular
◆ Nov 1–30: Horseback Riding on the Dunes
◆ Dec 15–Mar 15: Fat Tire Biking on the Dunes

Please note: There is a small residential road with a 25 mph speed limit between the home and the dock/lakeside patio. It is a safe, family neighborhood road that is consistently monitored due to its proximity to Silver Lake State Park, and many families with children live along this road.

Other Things to Note:

- Primary reservation holder must be 25 years of age or older.
- No parties permitted.
- No pets permitted.
- Please make sure to state the accurate number of guests who will be staying at the property.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Make sure the Fireplace is Turned Off if used (to avoid damage).
Ensure the Glass Doors Leading to the Water are Locked (On the Left Door, Twist the Knob to the Right and Continue to Hold the knob as you Lift the Handle Up Until you Hear a Click)
Please Notify Hailey of your Departure
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Please abide by Golden Township's 11 p.m. noise ordinance. Noise complaints from neighbors will result in a $250 fine.
You are responsible for anything broken, damaged, or that needs to be replaced. Please treat the property with respect, as if it was your own.
When requesting a reservation, please state the accurate number of guests who will be staying throughout the trip.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3197763vb
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

About the area

Mears

Located in Mears, this holiday home is near theme parks and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Silver Lake State Park and Lake Michigan. Travelling with kids? Consider Craig's Cruisers Family Fun Center and Lewis Farm Market & Petting Farm. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and cycling.
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Mears, MI

What's nearby

  • Silver Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Craig's Cruisers Family Fun Center - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Upper Silver Lake - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Silver Lake State Park - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • S.S. Badger: Lake Michigan Carferry - 36 min drive - 55.6 km

Getting around

  • Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 66 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Open Hearth Grille - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Golden Eatery - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Whippy Dip - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Big Hart Brewing Company - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Upscale Lakefront Oasis: Private Dock, Dune Views, Firepit! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Upscale Lakefront Oasis: Private Dock, Dune Views, Firepit!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Upscale Lakefront Oasis: Private Dock, Dune Views, Firepit!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Upscale Lakefront Oasis: Private Dock, Dune Views, Firepit!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Upscale Lakefront Oasis: Private Dock, Dune Views, Firepit! located?

This family-friendly Mears holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 1 mi (2 km) of Silver Lake and Silver Lake State Park. Craig's Cruisers Family Fun Center and Upper Silver Lake are also within 15 minutes.

About the host

Hosted by Hailey Beaufait

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We take great pride in providing a clean and comfortable space for all of our guests! Please feel free to contact me with any questions you may have or if any problems arise. We hope you enjoy our homes as much as we do! In case of emergencies, I am always available by phone and am more than happy to help.

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