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350 feet of private beach on Lake Michigan, 6 acres of privacy

350 feet of private beach on Lake Michigan, 6 acres of privacy

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View of cottage at end of long driveway
View of back of cottage with Lake Michigan beyond
View of beach and Lake Michigan from bluff at front of cottage
Bedroom one, queen bed, second window opens to front the sounds of the lake
Bedroom two, queen bed (south facing window)

Overview of 350 feet of private beach on Lake Michigan, 6 acres of privacy

Reviews
9.8 out of 10 Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space

Check out the area

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Mears, MI
  • Popular LocationUpper Silver Lake7 min drive
  • Popular LocationSilver Lake State Park7 min drive
  • Popular LocationCraig's Cruisers Family Fun Center10 min drive
  • AirportManistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker)60 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Loft

+2
6 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

350 feet of private beach on Lake Michigan, 6 acres of privacy

Large rustic cottage on six wooded acres with 350 feet of private beach right on Lake Michigan. Cottage is several hundred yards off the road and through a forest for quiet and privacy. Cottage has three bedrooms, each with a queen sized bed, and loft area with 6 twin beds. One bathroom. Large screened front porch with panoramic views of the lake and sunsets. Cottage yard has charcoal grill, picnic tables, firepit for campfires and lots of room to play. 8 guests maximum. No pets, no smoking.

Cottage does not have washer/dryer or dishwasher. Shower room separate from bathroom.

2020 note: Lake Michigan is expected to hit a record high water level in 2020 and as such, we don't expect to have much, if any, beach. This issue is affecting all properties on Lake Michigan, not just ours.

Property manager

Kurt Hoofnagle
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Amenities

Kitchen
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Barbecue grill

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Mears

This cottage is located in Mears. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Silver Lake State Park. Craig's Cruisers Family Fun Center and Lewis Farm Market & Petting Farm are also worth visiting. Fishing and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding nearby.
Map
Mears, MI

What's nearby

  • Upper Silver Lake - 7 min drive
  • Silver Lake State Park - 7 min drive
  • Craig's Cruisers Family Fun Center - 10 min drive
  • Silver Lake Sand Dunes Area Chamber of Commerce - 17 min drive
  • Little Sable Point Lighthouse - 18 min drive

Getting around

  • Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 61 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's - 18 min drive
  • The Golden Eatery - 14 min drive
  • Open Hearth Grille - 15 min drive
  • Frickin' Chicken Shack - 11 min drive
  • Hart Pizza - 20 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 350 feet of private beach on Lake Michigan, 6 acres of privacy pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at 350 feet of private beach on Lake Michigan, 6 acres of privacy?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 350 feet of private beach on Lake Michigan, 6 acres of privacy?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 350 feet of private beach on Lake Michigan, 6 acres of privacy located?

Situated in Mears, this cottage is within 3 miles (5 km) of Lake Michigan, Golden Sands Golf Course and Upper Silver Lake. Silver Lake State Park and Craig's Cruisers Family Fun Center are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Chase H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Beach Spot
This is the perfect spot to get away. Rustic with some mid-century touches, this cottage is perched on a hillside overlooking Lake Michigan. There’s a pathway through the forest down to the water. Although I wouldn’t venture too far off the path, there can be a decent amount of ticks in those types of areas. The house itself has a nice layout that feels spacious, even when it has eight people! The kitchen, living room, dining room, and porch give you plenty of indoor area to move around through. And the yard is large and open, sporting a nice fire pit and charcoal grill. There is one decently-sized restroom with a shower located outside (it’s still completely enclosed, just only accessible from outside). Overall this is a great spot for a family vacation! It easily fit eight people and provides some incredible views. It’s definitely a little more rustic than some luxury lake houses, but entirely worth the trip and the price!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Patty B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Vacation at Hideaway
Wonderful old cabin!This beautiful cabin is like stepping back in time to a slower,quieter time.We loved it.Cabin is stocked with everything we needed.The beach is small due to some downed tree’s but useable.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Charles R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay
The cabin was EXACTLY
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Doug D., Indianapolis, IN, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely Retreat
We thoroughly enjoyed the peace and seclusion that this place. We enjoyed the sunset every evening, The cabin is cozy and provides a plenty of room and a useful kitchen. We loved screened-in back porch facing Lake Michigan. The owner was really easy to work with. We also loved and respected the history of this family's land and cabin.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Clara G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, great cabin, great week
We enjoyed ourselves thoroughly even though there was not much beach this year. Could still swim and play in the sand. The cabin was very clean and had what we needed. Would not be good for handicapped or older folks who want to enjoy the beach as it is a pretty steep climb.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

About the host

Hosted by Kurt Hoofnagle

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Why they chose this property

My grandfather bought this cottage in the summer of 1941. Our next door neighbors to the north have been owners since 1939! This is a old-style cottage, with screened in porch, no air conditioning, no washer/dryer, no WiFi and no cable or satellite TV! We do have a small TV with DVD player for viewing videos. No live TV reception. We have several renters who have been renting for over 10 years--they tell us they keep coming back because the love the cottage, the beach, the woods and the proximity to Pentwater and Silver Lake.
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