8/10 Good
Malinda B.
11 Jun, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Malinda B.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025
Chalet
Waterfront! Quiet, Spacious, Serene Retreat Located in a Private Wooded Setting
Lakefront chalet in Fife Lake with ski-in/ski-out access
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Reviews
9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 62300 sq ft
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Fife Lake, MI
- Place, Fife Lake12 min drive
- Place, Spider Lake33 min drive
- Place, Traverse City Beach44 min drive
- Airport, Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)41 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
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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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:30 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Spacious grounds.
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
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 and a first aid kit
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. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Fife Lake, MI
What's nearby
- Fife Lake - 12 min drive - 5.4 km
- Arbutus Lake - 32 min drive - 28.5 km
- Spider Lake - 33 min drive - 30.6 km
- Traverse City Beach - 44 min drive - 39.3 km
- Front Street - 45 min drive - 44.7 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Fife Lake Inn - 8 min drive
- Yankee Boy - 13 min drive
- The Loon's Nest - 8 min drive
- Gordy's Place - 8 min drive
- Soup Kitchen #2 - 11 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
9.8/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Michael Y.
22 Jul, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Oasis
Michael Y.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Megan E.
24 Jun, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another incredible trip!
Megan E.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jackie H.
25 Jan, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Snow getaway
Jackie H.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Denise S.
23 Apr, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice
Denise S.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jared H.
20 Jul, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Jared H.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Ravi M.
23 Sept, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful property
Ravi M.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Chrissy L.
14 Jul, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Michigan Getaway
Chrissy L.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Anastasia H.
2 Sept, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great family Getaway
Anastasia H.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
8/10 Good
Christina N.
9 Jul, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful Retreat
Christina N.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Michael U.
6 Jan, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Weekend Getaway
Michael U.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
10/10 Excellent
Lee S.
10 Jan, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peace and beauty!
Lee S.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
10/10 Excellent
John E.
4 Jan, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lakefront paradise
John E.
10/10 Excellent
Mindy B.
16 May, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great getaway
Mindy B.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Courtney B.
28 Dec, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Always lovely
Courtney B.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023
10/10 Excellent
Mary L.
13 Oct, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Piece of Heaven
Mary L.
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Megan E.
25 Oct, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing!!!
Megan E.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Courtney B.
3 Jan, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Always Lovely
Courtney B.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022
10/10 Excellent
Karen D.
28 Oct, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet getaway
Karen D.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Nikki S.
23 Jun, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Will be back!
Nikki S.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Lisa R.
20 Jun, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another Wonderful Stay
Lisa R.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Terry D.
26 Oct, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great get away.
Terry D.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
10/10 Excellent
Kate R.
31 Aug, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Serene Piece of Paradise
Kate R.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Veralyn J.
21 Jul, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Chalet
Veralyn J.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Susan G.
24 Oct, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful place to getaway
Susan G.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
About the host
Hosted by Carole Loftis
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.
Languages:
English
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