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Waterfront! Quiet, Spacious, Serene Retreat Located in a Private Wooded Setting

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A serene lakeside view with two red Adirondack chairs on a wooden dock, surrounded by lush greenery and a calm lake.
A grassy outdoor area with a wooden deck and a stone wall.
A house with a sloped roof, surrounded by a well-maintained garden with various plants and a large evergreen tree.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a central island, and a dining area with dark wooden chairs.
A spacious living room with a stone fireplace, a flat-screen TV, leather sofas, and a large window offering a view of the outdoors.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
Located along the river, this 2-bedroom chalet accommodates 6 guests and offers 2 bathrooms. It features lake views and a patio for outdoor relaxation. Enjoy ski-in/ski-out access, and explore nearby adventures like kayaking and swimming. The property is pet-friendly and includes games for family entertainment. Nearby attractions include Downs Lake and Parsons Lake.

Highlights

  • Ski access
    A rare find - hit the slopes directly from your doorstep!
  • A quiet escape
    Guests like the location for the peace and quiet.
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Ski-in/ski-out access
  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

View in a map
Fife Lake, MI
  • Place, Downs Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Parsons Lake
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Traverse City Beach
    ‪38 min drive‬
  • Airport, Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪38 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Loft Bedroom

2 Queen Beds

Sun Room

1 Double Futon

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Waterfront! Quiet, Spacious, Serene Retreat Located in a Private Wooded Setting

A private gated drive leads to The Chalet and its a 160 acres of quiet scenic serenity. This home offers a spacious, open floor plan (approximately 2,000 sq. ft.), and many windows engulfing one in sunshine, calm and nature.

The home rents weekly from Saturday to Saturday in prime summer weeks and can also be rented on a daily basis thereafter.

Amenities:

Interior – The main level features a fully equipped kitchen, queen bedroom and full bathroom (all linens and towels provided). The living space is an open layout with high ceilings and a large fieldstone wood burning fireplace. There is a good sized sunroom equipped with a futon for extra sleeping. The upstairs loft has 2 queen beds and another full size bath.

AC and washer/dryer also provided.

Exterior - The private 160 acres include 2 spring fed lakes, great for swimming, fishing, hiking, etc. The swim raft, fishing boat, kayak and paddle boat are included.

Other exterior features include a fire pit, spacious decking, and and charcoal grill.

The Chalet is a perfect winter getaway with snowshoeing, cross-country skiing (on property and near VASA trails) and miles of snowmobile trails right outside the gate!

We also have more properties within a mile of The Chalet that could be utilized in combination with the Chalet to accommodate a larger group (VRBO Listing #653026 The Cabin, and # 1654154 The Lodge)!

Key words: Private lake and access to miles of snowmobile trails

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:30 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Spacious grounds.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 387484vb
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

Fife Lake

Located in Fife Lake, this chalet is in the city centre and on the waterfront. Mt. Holiday Ski Area and Centre Ice Arena are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore South Boardman Preserve and South Branch Nature Preserve. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the snowmobiling and sledging.
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Fife Lake, MI

What's nearby

  • Downs Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Parsons Lake - 3 min drive - 1.1 km
  • Traverse City Beach - 38 min drive - 39.7 km
  • Traverse City State Park - 38 min drive - 40.8 km
  • Front Street - 40 min drive - 44.3 km

Getting around

  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Yankee Boy - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Upper Bar and Grill - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Fife Lake Inn - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Loon's Nest - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Alpine Tavern And Oven - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Waterfront! Quiet, Spacious, Serene Retreat Located in a Private Wooded Setting pet-friendly?

Yes, this chalet allows dogs (limit 2 total).

How much is parking at Waterfront! Quiet, Spacious, Serene Retreat Located in a Private Wooded Setting?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Waterfront! Quiet, Spacious, Serene Retreat Located in a Private Wooded Setting?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Waterfront! Quiet, Spacious, Serene Retreat Located in a Private Wooded Setting?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Waterfront! Quiet, Spacious, Serene Retreat Located in a Private Wooded Setting located?

Offering ski-in/ski-out access, this chalet in Fife Lake is situated in the city centre, 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Fife Lake, and is convenient for winter activities, such as cross-country skiing and sledging. Downs Lake and Parsons Lake are also within 6 miles (10 km).

About the host

Hosted by Carole Loftis

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I live in Grand Haven in the woods on the beach and have been coming up to the Fife Lake area for the past 20 years. I spend much of my time up north. My neighbors in GH, who come only in the summer, always wonder why I could possibly be going any where else!

Why they chose this property

My husbands father built his cabin in Fife Lake in the forties. We loved the woods and beautiful lakes in the area and subsequently found our own place on Downs Lake in 1994. The Chalet, also on Downs lake was purchased in 2002. The original cabin, close by, has been renovated and can be rented along with the Chalet.

What makes this property unique

The chalet is a peaceful place in the center of nature. Watch and observe closely, you will not be disappointed.

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