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5 Minutes from Silver Lake!

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Beach
A living room with a sofa, a chair, a television, and a ceiling fan.
A spacious room with a large dining table, a ceiling fan, and a view of the outdoors through a sliding glass door.
A single-story house with a garage, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn and a red barn.
A bedroom with a bed, a ceiling fan, a window, and a door.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Highlights

  • Garage parking available
    Enjoy the convenience of garage parking - a rare offering in the area.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Dog-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine
  • Garage parking available

Explore the area

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Mears, MI
  • Place, Golden Sands Golf Course
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Upper Silver Lake
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Silver Lake State Park
    ‪5 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Number of living rooms
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

5 Minutes from Silver Lake!

A peaceful country feel just 5 minutes from Silver Lake Sand Dune Entrance! Step inside this welcoming property and be greeted by a great living experience. With 2 queen beds, 1 twin bed, 1 king bed, and 1 full size Futon upstairs you will find comfort and relaxation in every corner. The cool living room, complete with a cozy futon, offers the perfect space to unwind with central AC after a day of riding the dunes. Our lot is HUGE and allows for all of your trailer parking needs (see photo). Kiddos that are too young to ride the dunes can enjoy the open yard… This is a new home to us and we are working on making updates and renovations to make it even better in 2025. Campfire wood is available at the front of the property. It's a local gentlemen's income please don't steal it.
We treat the basement like a basement, but for young kids or adults it's a perfect open space for additional air mattresses next to the full size futon. Bedding, towels, paper products, general kitchen products, and a grill is provided (bring propane in case we ran out).

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
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: dogs (limit 2 total)
2 pet Max
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 4067263vb
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
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

Mears

Mears is home to this holiday home. Lake Michigan and Silver Lake State Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Craig's Cruisers Family Fun Center and Corn Maze.
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Mears, MI

What's nearby

  • Golden Sands Golf Course - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Upper Silver Lake - 1 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Silver Lake State Park - 5 min drive - 5.1 km
  • S.S. Badger: Lake Michigan Carferry - 33 min drive - 52.7 km
  • Michigan's Adventure - 34 min drive - 63.6 km

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Open Hearth Grille - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Golden Eatery - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Whippy Dip - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Pentwater Dari Creme - ‬16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 5 Minutes from Silver Lake! pet-friendly?

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

How much is parking at 5 Minutes from Silver Lake!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at 5 Minutes from Silver Lake!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 5 Minutes from Silver Lake!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is 5 Minutes from Silver Lake! located?

Situated in Mears, this holiday home is 0.8 mi (1.2 km) from Golden Sands Golf Course and 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Lake Michigan. Upper Silver Lake and Silver Lake State Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 18 out of 31 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 31 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 31 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 31 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 31 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Aug, 2026
Thank you! So glad you enjoyed!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location was awesome, and the side area of the property was perfect for our dogs! We had a great time in Silver Lake!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect pice and just down the road from the entrance of the dunes and its very quiet and peaceful and to top it off plenty of trailer parking
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice and clean property. We were worried that one bathroom might be an issue for 3 kids and 6 adults, but it was not a problem at all.I would suggest adding small nightstands or a corner shelf next to the beds for a lamp and phone charging.Overall, it was a great place for a vacation. We really enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was nice and clean but the house was very echoing and it was hard to sleep in the room by the living room if anyone was watching TV. Also the bathroom towels definitely need to be replaced. They are older than me and I’m 53. Other than that it was a great location for the reason we were in town.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Aug, 2026
Thank you for the feedback! We understand bedrooms next to the living room don’t offer the quietest environment with a large group of people. Glad you enjoyed your stay and we will look into replacing the towels that were all purchased in 2024, not 53 years ago lol
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The place was very clean and very spacious. It has what you need. However, you may need to bring some extras like paper towel, toilet paper, shampoo/conditioner if staying longer than a weekend. AC worked GREAT! We were there when it was very hot. Very peaceful at night, saw lots of wild life. Plenty of space for our dune buggies and trailers. Close to the dunes and all that is around it. We would stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Jul, 2026
Thank you! Very glad everything worked out for your family!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
The location was perfect! The extra room for trailers hauling toys to play in the dunes was perfect! I would suggest bringing your own bath towels! The cleanliness of the floors and house overall could use more attention. The extra large dining space and table was nice so we could all eat together! We comfortably slept 8 adults but 1 bathroom was a challenge! Wish there would have been mirrors in the bedrooms so others could get ready outside the bathroom.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Jul, 2026
Thank you Stephanie, glad you enjoyed your stay! Given the single bathroom, the mirrors are a great idea for the bedrooms that we will sure improve in the future!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great little spot close to everything

Solid property minutes from silver lake and everything around it
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect place

Very nice place. Close to the dunes and good parking for trucks with trailer.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect spot with lots of space to go around. The space was really clean and the AC worked great. Our family reunion used this as base camp close to dunes, lakes, mini golf etc... Would 100% come back again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Definitely recommend coming back tons of room if you bring trucks and trailers and plenty enough room in the house for everyone to be comfortable
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Good location

Close to the dunes with trailer parking and a garage.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pet friendly spacious property space for parking was awesome fire pit great. A little pricey though. House needs a deep clean but it’s not disgusting or anything like that . Would rent again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Nice area

Nice
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Perfect for a weekend at silver lake

Quick drive to the lake. The only reason not 5 stars is because there were a few bugs in sc
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This home worked perfectly for our family. Lots of parking, extremely close to the dunes, and not far from Mears/Hart. A great location! Home was clean, even though it was sparse. Just the bare necessities. A large TV in the living room. My only suggestion would be to have a lamp in the bedrooms.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great spot to stay while visiting Silver Lake

We had a wonderful stay at this VRBO! The location was perfect, close to a variety of activities that kept our family entertained throughout our trip. The property was very clean, and the photos provided were accurate. One of the highlights was the wildlife sightings—we enjoyed seeing deer and turkey right from the property. It truly added a special touch to our stay. The only downside was the room with the king bed, which was right next to the living room and had glass French doors, making privacy an issue. We highly recommend this VRBO for anyone looking to enjoy the area!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness
It was a good location and nice backyard. Unfortunately the linens were terrible and the place wasn’t very clean. There was also very little soap and t.p. and zero shampoo or conditioner. We had to put our own sheets on the beds and use our own towels. It’s time to invest a bit into the linens for sure!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Nice house by Silver Lake Sand Dunes

House was very clean and just a few miles to the dunes. Comfortable beds. Nice new air conditioning. House has only 1 bathroom - tough with more than 4 people. One bedroom is off the living room with no privacy as it only has full glass doors. Nice size living room with lots of seating and a huge dining room. Kitchen could use more pots and pan, utensils etc. When house is listed that it can sleep 8-10, but only has a few pots / pans, its hard to cook. Good stay overall.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication

Great location, could do better inside

The property when we arrived was super dirty, dead bugs and flys all over the sills inside. Fridge was pretty dirty to where we had to clean it ourselves. Couches had to be covered with our sheets cause they where pretty stained up and not something we wanted to sit on. Celing fan fell off on the bed right next to our 4 month old grandson.Very minimal anything inside. Reminded us of a hunting cabin. The property is in a great location, plenty of room for toys. Close to the dunes. We did enjoy our stay. The owner did give us a late check out at no extra charge. So all in all it was a nice stay but for the money per night they could offer a little more and up date the furniture and it would be great. The best part is the location. We only left this review because it has no reviews and we thought that was weird. But hope it helps.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house is nice clean and the location convenient. This was our first time getting a house to rent. We brought pots and pans and good knives. Bring that wash clothes and a full size coffee pot. The only negative about the house is one bathroom. We knew that it's listed. Host is friendly house is clean.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thank you. Had lots of fun. Everything we needed was at the place also.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Worked out awesome
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice, very clean, fantastic stay would recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026

About the host

Hosted by Alex

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Why they chose this property

A taste of country while still being 5 minutes to the dune entrance. Enjoy a huge backyard with plenty of room for fun and parking.

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