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Vacation House on Bear Lake

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A living room with a brick fireplace, a flat-screen TV, and a sign that reads "Barefoot on the Beach".
A dining area with a round table and white chairs, a chandelier, and a window with natural light.
A kitchen with white cabinets, a stove, a microwave, and a refrigerator.
A kitchen with white cabinets, a black countertop, a stove, a refrigerator, and a clock on the wall.
A residential property with a covered garage, a concrete pathway, and a garden area with yellow flowers.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
This vacation home offers space for 7 guests with 3 bedrooms and 1 bathroom. It features water views and outdoor areas including a deck and patio. Enjoy nearby activities like waterskiing, tubing, and swimming, while Glovers Lake and Chestnut Hills Golf Course provide additional attractions. The property also includes games for family entertainment.

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits

    Top-rated for families.

  • Beach equipment

    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue grill
  • Deck or patio
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Bear Lake, MI
  • Place, Bear Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Crystal Mountain
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Place, Little River Casino
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Airport, Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Vacation House on Bear Lake

Spacious vacation home on All Sports Bear Lake. 51 feet of private sandy beach, shallow water ideal for kids. Private dock. Large deck and fire pit. Located on East side of lake for amazing sunset views.

The house has a full kitchen and a full size tub with shower in full bath, and an additional half bath with washer and dryer. Linens are included.

Off street parking for up to three vehicles.

Nearby attractions include Caberfae Ski Resort, Crystal Mountain Ski Resort, Lake Michigan, Sleeping Bear Sand Dunes, Grand Traverse, wineries, snowmobile trails, Frankfort and the Cherry Bowl.

We rent by the week only Memorial Day week thru Labor Day week, one week max per booking. Check-in/out days are Saturdays, no exceptions.

Offseason there is a 3 night minimum.




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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

Parking in driveway only. NO street parking in front of neighbors house.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 4960582
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

About the area

Bear Lake

Located in Bear Lake, this holiday home is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Misty Acres Preserve, while Arcadia Area Historical Museum and Michigan Legacy Art Park are cultural highlights. Jet skiing and waterskiing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hunting and mountain biking nearby.
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Bear Lake, MI

What's nearby

  • Bear Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Arcadia Bluffs Golf Course - 15 min drive - 16.2 km
  • Crystal Mountain - 15 min drive - 23.4 km
  • Little River Casino - 16 min drive - 24.7 km
  • Interlochen Center for the Arts - 39 min drive - 57.6 km

Getting around

  • Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chestnut Hills Golf Course - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Lake and Latte - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Northern Natural Cider House & Winery - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Grille 44 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Lake Side Cafe - ‬17 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Vacation House on Bear Lake pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Vacation House on Bear Lake?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Vacation House on Bear Lake?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Vacation House on Bear Lake?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Vacation House on Bear Lake located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is steps from Bear Lake and 2 mi (3.3 km) from Wolf River Golf Park. Glovers Lake and Chestnut Hills Golf Course are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 45 out of 58 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 58 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 58 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 58 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 58 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another top notch family vacation at our family's favorite Bear Lake cabin!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location, location,location.third time staying here
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Bear Lake stay

Great stay. House was clean and great for our family.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another great week of summer family memories at this wonderful cottage!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I have stayed at this property for several years. And will continue. Always clean and host is always available for any concerns.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Bear Lake on the Beach

Everything you need for a wonderful stay is there. Weather was fantastic I would stay there again
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful sunset Cottage on Bear Lake

Once again we loved our annual family week on Bear Lake and this cottage is just perfect for for a week of lakeside relaxation!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy house. Great location. Beautiful sunsets
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Bear Lake

The property was just beautiful. Very clean and we had everything we could need for our stay. Would highly recommend this property.
Stayed 14 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect beach home!

Another fabulous family week on Bear Lake in this cute lakeside home with all the amenities you would need!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Loved the house!

Wonderful location by a beautiful lake. Accommodations were great, especially the huge living room windows giving a constant view of the lake, which changed looks hour by hour.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice place

Enjoyable stay, very clean, owner responded quickly. Everything you could possibly need was provided! Great views of lake, cozy atmosphere
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Bear Lake Vacation

Great property and property manager. Have stayed here for several years and plan to stay for several more. Situated right on the lake.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful Location on Bear Lake

A very clean, comfortable and well stocked place with a beautiful view on Bear Lake. We stayed here in October and the fall colors were stunning! Amy is a perfect host.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful Bear Lake

We had a wonderful time with family. It was snowing every day, but we didn't mind. Looking out the
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Love it!

We love Bear Lake and the house is perfect on the lakefront secluded in the corner. Sandy bottom off the dock and lots of room to play!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness
Location was great! Lake was beautiful with spectacular sunsets! However, it was definitely not up to our cleanliness standards. Not sure why they get 5’s for cleanliness!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Everything you may need is there

wonderfull
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Love the cottage and have been coming to Bear Lake and staying here for several years. Clean and well maintained. Love having the use of the kayaks. Have already put the dates in for next year
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication
We enjoyed our stay at Bear Lake. Very nice deck for sunset viewing. Location had a lot of traffic noise. Cleanliness wasn’t up to our standard and furniture wasn’t very comfortable.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Green grass amidst beach front property

The condo was the absolute perfect location. You don’t cross any roads to get to the beach and you’re greeted with a big yard that leads right to the lake. The kayaks and paddle boat were a perfect treat for long days on the water.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family Fun

We enjoyed our winter time on Bear Lake. The cottage was very nice and clean. Winter walks down Lakeshore Dr. snow angels on the lake, memories with family. Amy was also very helpful and pleasant if you have any questions or need anything.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family Vaca

This property is awesome. Everything is clean and ready for us. Great to have kayaks and a paddle boat for our use. We have stayed here several times. Never disappoints. My grandsons love the games they have available for us to play. Planning on staying again in the future.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location, perfect for kids, great views!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Beautiful view

Overall, the property was clean and well stocked for all of our needs. Easy access and parking. Due to the cold rainy weather, we couldn't enjoy the outdoor space, luckily the TV service was good and never went out from the weather. About 5 miles up the road there were outages, so we were grateful. There were only two things that prevented a 5 star overall review. First was the house is not level, so there was a lot of crooked walking. I personally have vertigo, so it did set off stronger dizzy symptoms. Second issue was the resident mouse sightings in the kitchen. They don't really bother me, but I prefer not to share space with it. Overall, nice space and well stocked.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

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Hosted by Amy S.

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