RELAX here, deck, AC, assoc. pool & playground, walk to town, on channel, pet OK
The Beech House gets its name from the large beech tree stump by the cottage (sadly used to be the whole tree) - plus you will find 'BEACH' here. Silver Lake is an amazing place to vacation - endless fun, activities galore, and the incredible Silver Lake Sand Dunes and Lake Michigan beaches to explore. This property has been in our family for 40 years and we added it to our rental listings in the past 10 years.
We have strict cleaning protocols for your sanitizing assurance between rentals. Guests bring their own bed sheets/pillowcases and bath towels. All mattress pads, pillow case protectors, bed spreads, bath floor mats, bath hand towels, door rugs, kitchen towels are replaced between each stay.
The cottage has AIR CONDITIONING! We are happy to make you more comfortable on those hot summer nights.
This cottage has a large great room, open to the fully-remodeled kitchen and to a large deck. The deck has a view of Hunter's Creek and a peaceful wooded lot. There are steps/decking down to the dock - bring your pole and cast a line. The creek has direct access to Silver Lake, suitable for smaller boats, kayaks, canoes and wave runners. Our guests really enjoy exploring the creek and navigating out to Silver Lake. During your stay you also have use of the association pool, playground and picnic area just down our street. We have pool/beach toys in the shed - help yourself!
There are 3 bedrooms, equipped with a queen size bed in two of them and full size bed in the third. We have two new couches in the great room. The bathroom has a tub/shower combo. The great room is very open and perfect for socializing (6 persons at the table, 3 seats at the bar and more on the deck at the picnic table). The kitchen is fully equipped with stove, fridge, microwave, coffee maker, toaster - the works! We fully remodeled the kitchen in 2023. We aim to please the 'foodie' in you!
To make your stay more relaxing, we have loaded the book case with beach reads and books for the kids. There is also a toy bin and plenty of board games. We have a smart TV with ROKU, Xbox console/games and wireless fiber internet.
Outside there is a gas BBQ grill, deck furniture and fire pit. We have a long driveway that can accommodate your trailer with all the 'toys' and additional parking spots along the road. Be sure to check with us to make sure we can accommodate your parking needs.
This location is within walking distance to everything - you can be close to all the fun, but enjoy privacy & quiet. The kids can ride their bikes safely on our paved cul-de-sac street. Just a short walk away are go-karts/arcade, bumper cars/boats, miniature golf at Craig's Cruisers, shopping at Dunetown Mall, Ice Cream, restaurants, any type of water craft rental at the Wave Club, Jeep/Quad/Buggy rentals. Or, hop on your bike or lace up your running shoes and cruise the paved pedestrian path around the entire lake. A ride out to the tallest lighthouse on Lake Michigan, Little Sable Point, to catch an evening sunset is a must-do on your vacation bucket list. The Lighthouse is open for tours during summer weekends.
Come for the fun - return for generations!
Check-in time: 3pm Check-out time: 11am flexible times on weekend rentals (check with owner) pet fee is $20/day per pet (dogs only)
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Amenities
Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
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About the area
Mears
Located in Mears, this cottage is near theme parks and near a water park. Lake Michigan and Silver Lake State Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Craig's Cruisers Family Fun Center and Lewis Farm Market & Petting Farm. Corn Maze and Gold Rush Water Park are also worth visiting. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing, and don't miss out on the sledging.
Craig's Cruisers Family Fun Center - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
Upper Silver Lake - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
Silver Lake State Park - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
Electric Forest - 23 min drive - 36.2 km
Michigan's Adventure - 35 min drive - 63.6 km
Getting around
Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 67 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 13 min drive
The Golden Eatery - 8 min drive
Open Hearth Grille - 10 min drive
Golden Sands Bucket Bar - 8 min drive
Big Hart Brewing Company - 13 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is RELAX here, deck, AC, assoc. pool & playground, walk to town, on channel, pet OK pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).
How much does it cost to stay at RELAX here, deck, AC, assoc. pool & playground, walk to town, on channel, pet OK?
As of 5 Apr, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at RELAX here, deck, AC, assoc. pool & playground, walk to town, on channel, pet OK on 17 May, 2026 start from S$338, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at RELAX here, deck, AC, assoc. pool & playground, walk to town, on channel, pet OK?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at RELAX here, deck, AC, assoc. pool & playground, walk to town, on channel, pet OK?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at RELAX here, deck, AC, assoc. pool & playground, walk to town, on channel, pet OK?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is RELAX here, deck, AC, assoc. pool & playground, walk to town, on channel, pet OK located?
Situated in Mears, this cottage is within 1 mile (2 km) of Craig's Cruisers Family Fun Center and Upper Silver Lake. Silver Lake State Park is 1.4 mi (2.2 km) away.
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
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The perfect property for our trip. The pictures really don’t do this place justice! Great hosts, great location, great cottage. Exceeded all of our expectations and we hope to return someday.
We enjoyed our stay so much! The cabin is in a great location and we loved the backyard and dock on the channel each morning. Tammy is a great host and the cabin was super clean, and she even dropped off a fresh bouquet of flowers for the picnic table…my wife loved them!Thanks again for letting my family enjoy your place and we are already looking forward to next year.
Wonderful and kind owners Tammy and Sean. They make you feel like family. We stay every year because of the location, comfortable and relaxing street and just a fantastic cottage!
Stayed with my 3 boys and our dog for the week. We arrived to a cozy cabin with a s’mores welcome gift! The cabin had everything we could have needed and then some. The location was perfect and within walking distance from all kinds of activities. Tammy was a great host and super helpful. Will definitely be back. Don’t hesitate, book your stay today!
This was our second time renting here and we loved it. We loved the open living area giving us plenty of space. The location was perfect for us to be able to walk anywhere and utilize the park and pool which my 3 and 6 year olds loved!
The cottage was clean & well stocked with essential items such as soap, paper products, kitchen utensils, linens & towels. Many activities were just a short walk away which is great for families with teens who want a little independence. Neighborhood was surprisingly quiet. We appreciate a rental that allows us to bring our small dog. Would definitely book again.
Adorable cozy cabin with cute decor and friendly neighborhood. Always enjoy our stay at Silver Lake. So much wonderful fun family things to do close by and great recommendations from Tammy!
The cottage is conveniently located to everything around Silver Lake and the dunes. The living space is open and great for a family. It was well-equipped with everything you need! We would rent again!
This cabin is wonderful. The main living area is very open and easily accommodated our group of 7. The deck is large and a beautiful outdoor space. We have already rebooked for our week at the lake next year.
We had a great weekend here! Very clean, had everything we needed and more. Quiet street but a short walk to all of the action. Great communication with the owners and the neighbors were very friendly. Would definitely stay again!
We enjoyed our holiday weekend at this rental and loved the proximity to town as well as the river behind the house. We walked into town a couple times and were plenty close to the dunes as well. The house was clean and had everything we needed!
This place is great! Our 2nd time staying here for the Silver Lake Jeep Invasion and we plan to be back! Very clean, has everything you need for a comfortable stay. The owners have great communication. We love being able to walk up the street to the General Store & Chicken Shack.
The property was very clean and has everything you could need. Living area is very spacious and is perfect for game and movie nights. The deck is really nice and there is a firepit for campfires. The kitchen is well stocked and great for making family meals. The property is close enough to walk to town, the pool, and the playground. We would definitely stay here again. It was a beautiful area.
The property is wonderful! A great spot to walk to the center of town. Comfy new furniture (compared to last year) in the living room. Fast wifi (needed with minimal cell signal). Just a lovely cottage that feels like you're in the tree tops. Add on truly exceptional and thoughtful hosts, what more can you ask for! We've stayed here twice (can't wait for the next trip) and a 3rd trip in another property with this host. Truly love the area, the cottage and the hosts.
Our stay was great. Awesome walking distance to downtown, clean and had everything we needed for our stay. Only concerns was 2 big windows in the living room didn’t have blinds and the house on one side was very close. Would have preferred there to be blinds on those 2 windows for more privacy.
Quaint nostalgic comfortable cottage in a quiet neighborhood. Easy to check in, Tammy even texted us when the cabin was ready for check in and stopped by to make sure everything was ok.
The cabin is beautiful. Very clean. Comfortable just like home. Quiet. Not far from Pentwater or Ludington. Close to Lake Michigan. We’ve been going to Pentwater camping for over 12 years. It’s the best place to be. I love it
Sandy L.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
About the host
Hosted by Tammy Carey
Hi! Tammy & Sean Carey have been renting cottages at Silver Lake for 30 years. The Beech House was passed down through the family, recently coming into our ownership.
We pride ourselves on having very clean and well maintained/equipped properties. We live and work in the area and are available immediately for any maintenance issue or questions. Our past renters have become our friends, coming back year after year.
Why they chose this property
This was Sean's family cottage dating back to 1973. They completed a beautiful addition by adding a great room, expanded deck & decking to the creek. We also did quite a few updates to the cottage. Sean and Tammy also met right here in 1984! Tammy & her siblings all own a family cottage down the street. Our 4 boys have grown up on this street visiting their grandparents on both sides, playing in the pool & playground, riding their bikes, boating, fishing in the channel and all sorts of shenanigans . We have so many fond memories on this street. We know you will make great family memories here too.
We know the great restaurants, the cool beaches, where to hike, bike, and of course, we have dune buggies in our barns. We moor our own boat on Silver Lake at our other cottage often spend our Sunday afternoons on the dunes! We try to keep in mind what makes a fun vacation and make sure our properties are equipped to create lasting memories. Our welcome binder has all the recommendations - from wine tours, farm stores, theme/water parks to deep sea fishing - the Silver Lake area really has it all. If we can help you plan your vacation activities - just ask!
What makes this property unique
Great room with fully equipped renovated kitchen HUGE deck Quiet street, no traffic Fiber internet Association pool & playground Walk to everything - near downtown Room for vehicles & trailer On Hunter's Creek with water access to Silver Lake