Shanty Creek Family Retreat | Pool • Firepit • Near Ski & Golf

Summary:

Welcome to Pineview Cottage, your peaceful Northern Michigan escape near Shanty Creek Resort and Schuss Mountain. This charming one-level 2-bedroom home is perfect for families, couples, and small groups looking to relax in nature while staying close to skiing, golf, and downtown Bellaire.



Guests love the private wooded setting, the cozy interior, and the outdoor space made for making memories—whether that’s grilling on the deck, gathering around the firepit, or playing yard games under the stars.



The Space:

This beautifully maintained single-level home offers comfort, space, and thoughtful amenities throughout.

Sleeping Arrangements



• Bedroom 1: King bed

• Bedroom 2: Queen bed with twin bunk overhead

• Air mattress & extra bedding available

• Closet space in both bedrooms



Bathroom

• Large full bathroom

• Shampoo, conditioner & body wash provided

• Hair dryer included



Kitchen & Dining

The gourmet kitchen is fully stocked for everything from quick breakfasts to full family dinners:

• Electric stove & oven

• Microwave

• Pot coffee maker

• Large refrigerator & pantry

• High-top dining table

• Pots, pans, plates, glasses, utensils

• Blender, toaster & air fryer



Outdoor Living

• Expansive Trex/wood deck

• Brand-new gas grill

• Large bonfire firepit with seating

• Cornhole boards for outdoor fun

• Quiet wooded surroundings for true privacy



Parking & Storage

• Ample parking for multiple vehicles

• Trailer parking available

• Outdoor shed available for guest storage



Guest Access:

Guests have full private access to the entire home, plus use of the outdoor shed if needed.



Your stay includes a pool pass for the indoor & outdoor pools and hot tub at Shanty Creek Resort.

⚠️ Please bring your own pool towels.



The Neighborhood:

Nearby Favorites

• Shanty Creek Resort – 2.2 miles

• Downtown Bellaire

o Short’s Brewing Company

o Mammoth Distilling

o Fireside Lounge

• Torch Lake Cellars – 11.1 miles

• Dockside Torch Lake – 12 miles

• Charlevoix – 33 miles



Getting Around:

By choosing to stay with us, you will be at the core of Shanty Creek Resort, where you can enjoy a variety of activities throughout the year:



Discover Shanty Town near the Lakeview Hotel, which houses restaurants and the Shanty Bar.

Play golf at one of the five courses available: The Legend, Cedar River, Schuss Mountain, Summit, or Hawks Eye, while the Chief Golf Course is just a stone's throw away from Shanty Creek properties.



Embark on hiking trails.



Make use of both indoor and outdoor pools, along with hot tubs.



Participate in downhill skiing, snowboarding, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, and alpine tubing.



Delight in chair lift fall color tours.



By staying at this prime location in Northern Michigan, you will be conveniently close to numerous wineries and a short drive from the well-known Old Mission Peninsula and Leelanau Peninsula. Turtle Creek Casino is only a 35-minute drive away, and within an hour, you can reach Odawa Casino.



Take a trip to explore charming nearby towns like Alden, Elk Rapids, Traverse City, Charlevoix, and Petoskey, all less than an hour's drive away.



For day trips, destinations around 1 1/2 hours away include Mackinac Island and Sleeping Bear Dunes, offering endless opportunities for exploration!



Other Things to Note:

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We provide you with a starter pack of essential supplies, including toilet paper and roll

of paper towels, garbage can liners for each garbage can and dishwasher pods for the

kitchen. A towel bundle (bath, hand towel, wash cloth) will be available in the bathroom

for each person.



There is some firewood available outside by the fire pit, but it is also available for

purchase at most stores and gas stations along the way.



Why Guests Love Pineview Cottage



✔ Quiet, wooded privacy

✔ Close to ski, golf, lakes & town

✔ Family-friendly layout

✔ Firepit, grill & outdoor games

✔ Pool & hot tub access

✔ One-level living (easy access)



Whether you’re here to ski, golf, relax by the fire, explore breweries, or enjoy Torch Lake, Pineview Cottage is the ideal “Up North” home base. We’d love to welcome you back year after year.



Interaction with Guests:

Property manager is available 24/7 for any needs you may have. There will be a nice welcome book in the home with information and things to do nearby.

You will receive the check in information 3 days before your arrival.



If You Need Information On Anything, Such as "Best Golf Courses In Bellaire, MI, Things To Do Near Shanty Creek Resort or Where To Eat In Downtown Bellaire", Just Ask.