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South Shore Bear Lake Family Cottage

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Property grounds
3 bedrooms, WiFi, bed sheets
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Living area
Aerial view

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Beach view
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Bear Lake, MI
  • Pierport Beach
    8 min drive
  • Chestnut Hills Golf Course
    12 min drive
  • Arcadia Bluffs Golf Course
    12 min drive
  • Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker)
    17 min drive

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About the area

Bear Lake

At this cottage, you'll be 8.4 km (5.2 mi) from Lake Michigan. .Accommodation features a washing machine, 2 bathrooms and a patio. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A living room, a dining area and a coffee/tea maker are also available.

What's nearby

  • Pierport Beach - 8 min drive
  • Portage Lake - 10 min drive
  • Arcadia Bluffs Golf Course - 12 min drive
  • Little River Casino - 16 min drive
  • Crystal Mountain - 19 min drive

Getting around

  • Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ā€ŖLakeside Cafe - ā€¬2 min drive
  • ā€ŖGrille 44 - ā€¬4 min drive
  • ā€ŖThe Glenwood - ā€¬12 min drive
  • ā€ŖRosie's Place - ā€¬5 min drive
  • ā€ŖBlue Slipper Tavern - ā€¬10 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

South Shore Bear Lake Family Cottage

Sandy Frontage on Bear Lake, With Shallow Dock! Property ID#386667 ā€“ 3 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, Sleeps 6.

Sleeping Arrangements: All bedrooms on the main floor include King, Queen and Twin Bunks. Two childrenā€™s sleeping mats & portable crib also available.

This rare, family vacation cottage on Bear Lake has sandy beach frontage with shallow, walk-in shore perfect for swimmers of all ages. You'll spend endless hours outside with a long, shallow dock, big enclosed back yard and large deck. Inside, you'll find all the comforts of home with clean, modern finishes. This is a convenient, family-friendly destination you will not want to miss!

Property features high-speed Wi-Fi and Smart TVs (no cable), gas grill and central air. Washer/dryer, lawn games, portable crib, high chair and booster seat on premises.

The kitchen is fully stocked for everyday meal prep and barbequing on the deck. Dishes, pots and pans, silverware, glasses, basic spices, bbq tools, etc. Small appliances include VitaMix blender, microwave, slow-cooker, toaster and drip-coffee maker (as well as a Keurig) available for guest use. Also included: quality bed linens, bath and beach towels, basic house-cleaning supplies and a starter set of paper products.

LOCATION: Only 16 miles from Manistee, 48 miles to Traverse City, 5 miles to Lake Michigan, 14 Miles to Crystal Mountain and 40 miles to Sleeping Bear Sand Dunes. This wonderful location offers plenty of options for the whole family!

Please Note: This lovely property is in a quiet, family neighborhood in Bear Lake. Parties and gatherings are not allowed. No smoking or vaping of any kind on property. Parking is limited to 2 vehicles in driveway.

The Boardwalk Vacation Rentals Promise: To our guests, we promise a memorable and stress-free vacation. To deliver on this promise, we are committed to providing:

- Well-appointed and maintained rental properties
- Attentive responses to inquiries
- Exceptionally detailed cleaning
- Clear and proactive communication at appropriate intervals
- Properly stocked amenities
- Access to resources for enhancing the vacation experience

If we come up short with any of these, we strongly encourage you to contact us directly and we will make it right.

Check-in any time after 4:00PM and check out time is 10:00AM. We are typically not able to accommodate early arrivals or late departures from May ā€“ September. Any request for additional time will depend on availability of the rental and additional fees may apply.

ARRIVAL (after 4:00PM): There is no formal check-in procedure. Arrival details are sent prior to your check-in date and will include the exact location of the property, parking and entry information. Guests will have a private, secure entrance and the rental is not shared by owners or other guests.

DEPARTURE (by 10:00AM): We have a short checklist we ask renters to follow upon departure. It includes making sure the property is left tidy, furniture is in the same place you found it, everything is closed, locked and turned off and the thermostat is set properly. These items will only take a couple of minutes but help our staff immensely. Please be aware all rental policies and house rules are strictly enforced. This includes occupancy limits, age requirements, the ā€˜no partiesā€™ and ā€˜no smokingā€™ clauses or any other rule posted online or within the rental. These rules are often defined by local ordinances, Homeownerā€™s Associations or other legal requirements and can result in fines or eviction if violated. We do not provide additional refunds for cancellations, late arrivals or early departures except as defined in the posted cancellation policy.

For safety reasons, there may be external security cameras in use. Please contact us if there are any questions or concerns.

Property manager

Owner/Property Manager

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Ski

  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

386667

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to South Shore Bear Lake Family Cottage?

The closest beach to South Shore Bear Lake Family Cottage is Pierport Beach (6.6 km).

Does South Shore Bear Lake Family Cottage have a pool?

No, this cottage doesn't have a pool.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at South Shore Bear Lake Family Cottage?

No, South Shore Bear Lake Family Cottage does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at South Shore Bear Lake Family Cottage?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at South Shore Bear Lake Family Cottage?

No, pets are not allowed.

South Shore Bear Lake Family Cottage Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Stanislaw C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Bear Lake Trip
We had an amazing time with our family. Everything in the house was there if we needed. It was clean and cozy. Plenty of cooking utensils in the kitchen or towels in the bathrooms. The location was perfect and had a great fishing dock. The area is very quiet and we definitely got a chance to relax. We definitely recommend this property! We hope to stay here again soon.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

Liked: Cleanliness
As advertised
Loved the house, lake, and surrounding area; all top notch. Would stay again and recommend to families looking for a relaxing vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful!
We had a wonderful weekend at the cottage. The house was perfect for our family and the kids had fun playing in the lake.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori B., Fort Worth, TX

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful home and great view!
We loved our stay at the lake. The view was so beautiful and the home was so comfortable for our family. The deck and outside lights provided a outdoor space. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024