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River Beach Cottage - Cozy home in the heart of beautiful downtown Bellaire.

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A single-story house with a front porch, wooden shutters, and a small garden area.
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A sandy beach with a calm lake, trees, and a bridge in the distance.
A living room with a stone fireplace, white cabinetry, a patterned armchair, and a ceiling fan.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroom

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Bellaire, MI
  • Place, Short's Brewing Company
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Lake Bellaire
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Torch Lake
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪49 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Bellaire

Within a short walk of Short's Brewing Company, this vacation home is within 2 miles (3 km) of Intermediate Lake. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a patio, and a dining area.

What's nearby

  • Short's Brewing Company - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Lake Bellaire - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Torch Lake - 7 min drive - 4.6 miles
  • Boyne Mountain - 40 min drive - 31.6 miles
  • Traverse City Beach - 42 min drive - 39.2 miles

Getting around

  • Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Short's Brewing Company - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪M88 Morning Grind - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Shanty Creek Resorts - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Shanty - ‬7 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.

River Beach Cottage - Cozy home in the heart of beautiful downtown Bellaire.

This Bellaire home boasts 3 inviting bedrooms, each featuring a comfortable queen bed. Guests enjoy a bright and inviting living space with climate control to keep things cozy year-round. Bellaire is home to everything Northern Michigan. We are steps away from the Chain of Lakes, Shanty Creek Ski/Golf resort, wineries, and local breweries. Whether it's a low key family vacation, weekend of golf, skiing or boating, this home is centrally located to all of Michigan's Water and Winter Wonderland activities. After a day of exploring, spend the evening by a cozy fire sharing stories or relax in the new hot tub. We are private home owners looking to share our home with you. Come to Bellaire and enjoy wonderful stay in Northern Michigan. We look forward to hosting you at our home.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and a patio, and there's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms and a dining area. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a coffee maker, and an ironing board.

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Games
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Outdoor pickleball court

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

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • 2 total (50 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 25

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Frequently asked questions

What can I see close to this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Bellaire within a short 6-minute walk of Short's Brewing Company. You'll also find Torch Lake and Intermediate Lake within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at River Beach Cottage - Cozy home in the heart of beautiful downtown Bellaire.?

Yes, there is wheelchair-accessible van parking available.

Is this vacation home adjacent to a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, this vacation home doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is a hot tub.

What amenities will couples enjoy at River Beach Cottage - Cozy home in the heart of beautiful downtown Bellaire.?

Couples staying at this vacation home will appreciate amenities like a kitchen as well as a hot tub and a firepit.

Are there hot tubs at River Beach Cottage - Cozy home in the heart of beautiful downtown Bellaire.?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home include breakfast service?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although pets can't stay for free, they are welcome at this vacation home.

Are there connecting rooms at River Beach Cottage - Cozy home in the heart of beautiful downtown Bellaire.?

No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Cherry Capital Airport (TVC), which is about 24.7 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at River Beach Cottage - Cozy home in the heart of beautiful downtown Bellaire.?

Yes, every house at River Beach Cottage - Cozy home in the heart of beautiful downtown Bellaire. comes with a patio and some offer water views.

River Beach Cottage - Cozy home in the heart of beautiful downtown Bellaire. Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 3 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 3 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 3 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Michelle M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great area, walking distance to downtown restaurants, Shorts Brew, Movie theatre, etc. Cute & cozy home.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Margene R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The hosts thought of everything a guest would need from birthday candles to toothbrushes. The host immediately contacted me when a storm caused a temporary powers outage. We enjoyed walking to downtown Bellaire multiple times. We will rent and his home again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeanee K.

Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2026