This vacation home is located within a 15-minute drive of Little River Casino and Portage Lake. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a balcony.
Arcadia Bluffs Golf Course - 27 min drive - 15.9 miles
Crystal Mountain - 37 min drive - 24.6 miles
Getting around
Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 14 min drive
Restaurants
Lakeside Cafe - 13 min drive
Grille 44 - 14 min drive
Traks Bar and Grill - 20 min drive
The Glenwood - 11 min drive
Rosie's Place - 8 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.
Stunning Lake House 200' of Lakefront with Kayaks Game Room
Stunning 5 bed / 3.5 bath Lake House. The 4,700 SF Lake Home, located on a quiet street, sits on a double lot with over 200’ of private lakefront access with a private beach area. Spend the day on the water; the home is fully loaded with 5 adult kayaks, 4 youth kayaks, 1 canoe, a 4-person paddle boat, and 2 “Great Lakes” paddleboards. Later, unwind by the outdoor fire pit or enjoy the view from the massive 2,000sf custom decks that offer seating with stunning lake views from every angle. Want to stay in for some fun; the home has two indoor fireplaces with a lower-level entertainment area with a movie space, air hockey, ping pong, super stick hockey, loads of board games, an NBA arcade-style game, Pac-Man, etc.
LIVING AREA
Windows along the living room, kitchen, lower bedroom, and primary bedroom open to stunning lake views. Enjoy the views and fresh air while you relax on a comfy sectional in the living room or downstairs while you play games in the home's massive entertainment space.
KITCHEN & DINING
Cook in the gourmet kitchen or grill out on the patio. In the newly remodeled kitchen, stainless steel appliances and stone countertops invite your inner chef out to play in the modern kitchen. Plenty of cookware and gadgets are on hand. Coffee maker (both regular and Nespresso), toaster, blender, hand mixer, etc.
When it’s time to eat, gather at the dining table or take the meal outside and enjoy two separate dining tables on the deck overlooking the lake, with seating for 12-14.
BED & BATH
Each bathroom has been completely renovated, complete with fresh new towels. The home accommodates 14 guests in 5 bedrooms with 3.5 baths. For the bedrooms:
Bedroom #1 = King Bed Bedroom #2 = Queen Bed Bedroom #3 = Queen Bed Bedroom #4 = 1-Queen & 1-Twin Bunk Bed (3 beds) Bedroom #5 = 2-Twin Bunk Beds (4 beds)
OUTDOOR AREA & AMENITIES
With manicured grounds and two massive luxury composite decks, the property is a slice of heaven. Fencing and trees offer seclusion around the deck and patio, where you’ll find plenty of seating for outdoor dining and relaxation.
Fire up the Weber gas grill and host an evening cookout, then share stories around the fire pit.
Also included for complementary use:
- Four Single Adult Kayaks - One Tandem Adult Kayak - Four Youth 6’ Kayaks (designed for ages 5 & up / 130 lbs max) - One Canoe - Two “Great Lakes” 11’6” Standup (SUP) Paddle Boards - One 4-person Paddle Boat - Life Jackets (adult & youth sizes) - Outdoor games; including corn hole and yard-zee - 2,000 SF of decks with Weber Gas Grill - Large outdoor dining tables for 12-14 - Outdoor seating on both up and lower decks - Outdoor Fire Pit with Adirondack Chairs
DOWNSTAIRS
Entertainment overload. Windows line the walls with lake views. The area has ping pong, air hockey, board games; even NBA and Pac-Man video arcade machines. Or, enjoy the Movie area with theater-type seats, a 65” TV with streaming movies, and a small kitchenette for grabbing a drink, etc. There is something for everyone.
LOCATION
Lake House has 200’ private lakefront access with a small private beach area and dock; see photos. The home is on ‘All Sports’ Chief Lake; a beautiful spring-fed 126-acre lake minutes from Lake Michigan and Historic Downtown Manistee. If you or other guests like to fish, the lake is primarily known for Pike, Bass, and Crappie. If you own a boat, the lake has a public boat ramp just a 2-minute drive from the home.
The location is perfect! Just 2 minutes off of US-31 or 6 minutes to M22; (the most scenic road in northern Michigan). The home is a short drive to everything. Some local attractions include:
Lake Michigan’s Portage Point Beach (14 minutes) Arcadia Bluffs Golf Course (20 minutes) Arcadia Dune Hike and Lookout (20 minutes) Historical Manistee shopping & riverfront walk (15 minutes) The quaint town of Frankfort (30 minutes) Manistee National Golf Course (20 minutes) Cherry Bowl Drive-In Movie Theater (30 minutes) Manistee Adventures (kayak/tubing trips & rentals) (15 minutes) Crystal Mountain (golf, skiing, and waterpark) (30 minutes) World-famous Sleeping Bear Dunes (50 minutes) Traverse City - (50 Minutes)
EXTRA PERKS & MORE DETAILS
Complimentary Wi-Fi, Heat/Air, hairdryers, boats/water toys, books, board games, yard games, streaming HULU TV service with movies on 5 TVs, Bluetooth speakers, a washer/dryer, 2 gas fireplaces, fire pit, 2000’ of outdoor decks with seating for 12-14, and a Weber gas grill, dishwasher, parking for up to 6 cars (2 of which are in the garage). Sleeps 14 in five bedrooms with lake views throughout. Ideal for relaxing or water activities. Perfect for a family getaway!
- Internet: WIFI. The home uses Starlink internet service; engineered by SpaceX. - TV Service: The home’s Five TVs come with Streaming HULU Live TV, Amazon Prime Movies, and other TV channel options from Amazon - Maximum occupancy: 14 - No amplified outdoor music at any time. - Quiet hours 9pm - 7am - Minimum Rental age 25+ - No smoking anywhere on the property; inside or out. Smoking inside will result in a $1,000 fine for deep cleaning and other. *Damage Deposit $250 credit card hold is placed 2 days after check-in, and released in 7 days. *No smoking or vaping of any kind is allowed. *Smoking inside will result in a minimum $1,000 charge. *Parties or events are strictly prohibited, and if reported, guests may be asked to vacate the rental without a refund. *Pets are not permitted inside or on the grounds, with a minimum $250 fine for violations. *Please observe quiet hours from 9 PM to 7 AM. *The number of guests must be disclosed at the time of reservation, and at no time can the number of persons exceed the maximum occupancy. *Maximum occupancy 14 guests. *The primary renter must be at least 25 years of age and occupy the rental property for the entire reservation term. Guests under 25 are not allowed unless accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. *Refund Policy: Stripe Payment Processing Fees are non-refundable and will be deducted from any refunded amount. *Locked Closets (Owner closet/door in laundry area and basement): These areas are not included for guest use. Please do NOT attempt to open locked closets. If you break into the closet/cabinet, your guest account will be charged for any repairs and any missing items. *No Cryptocurrency Mining or Related Activity. Guests are strictly prohibited from using the property, its internet, or electrical systems for cryptocurrency mining, blockchain computing, or any related high-power data processing activities. This includes Bitcoin, Ethereum, or other cryptocurrencies. Any unauthorized use will be considered a violation of house rules and may result in immediate termination of the reservation. *No Data Collection, Content Harvesting, or Unauthorized Media Use No data scraping, research, or content collection permitted on-site. No unauthorized photography, filming, or use of the property for business purposes.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 3.5 bathrooms, and a balcony. There's space to spread out with 5 bedrooms and a dining area. Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a fenced private yard.
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
2 steps to reach entrance
Handrails in stairways
Hardwood flooring in public areas
Tile flooring in public areas
Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In a rural location
In the city center
Near a health/beauty spa
Near a hospital
Near the marina
On a lake
On the waterfront
Things to do
Arcade/game room
Bicycles
Golf
Kayak
Table tennis
Water sports equipment
Birdwatching nearby
Casino nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Hunting nearby
Ice skating nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Sailing nearby
Sledding nearby
Snowmobiling nearby
Swimming nearby
Water skiing nearby
Wildlife walks 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)
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
Deadbolt lock
General
At least 80% lighting from LEDs
Bicycles
Garden
Unit size: 4,693 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Contactless check-in available
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
This property doesn't allow pets
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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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
We should mention
Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock.
Property is also known as
314391
Frequently asked questions
What is there to do near this vacation home?
This vacation home is located in Kaleva, close to Portage Lake, James Lake, and Northern Natural LLC. You'll also find Heathlands Golf Course and Douglas Valley Winery nearby.
Is there parking available at this vacation home?
Yes, there is a garage.
Is this vacation home next to a casino?
No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.
Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?
No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.
Is Stunning Lake House 200' of Lakefront with Kayaks Game Room a good place to stay for couples?
Amenities that appeal to couples at this beachfront vacation home include a fireplace and a kitchen in each accommodation with some featuring beach views.
Are there hot tubs at Stunning Lake House 200' of Lakefront with Kayaks Game Room?
No, there isn't a spa tub at this vacation home.
Does this vacation home provide breakfast?
No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.
Will this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?
No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.
Does this vacation home have connecting rooms?
No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.
What is the closest airport to this vacation home?
The closest major airport to this vacation home is Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker), which is 8.4 mi away (14 minutes by car).
Can I book a room with a balcony at Stunning Lake House 200' of Lakefront with Kayaks Game Room?
Yes, every accommodation at Stunning Lake House 200' of Lakefront with Kayaks Game Room comes with a balcony with some featuring beach views.
Stunning Lake House 200' of Lakefront with Kayaks Game Room Reviews
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Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Ramona L.
May 28, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
AMAZING HOUSE ON THE LAKE
This is one of those places where you wouldn't want to leave from ....it is clean and well designed, practical and very family oriented with the downstairs equipped for family fun. Very few rentals come as beautiful and well organized as this one. If you are looking for that one in a million, you found it!!!
Ramona L.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Isaac W.
Oct 13, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
UNBELIEVABLE!!!!
I don't have enough good things to say about this property. Absolutely incredible. It exceeded every expectation we had. It was clean and had every amenity we could desire. The lake was awesome the deck was awesome the game room was awesome. I wish i could give it more than 5 stars. We will definitely be back next year at the same location.
Isaac W.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Duane C.
Jul 21, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Lake House Vacation
The Lake House was amazing. Beach access and amenities were top notch. It’s a close drive to Traverse City, Lake Michigan, Arcadia Bluffs and both Sleeping Bear and Silver Lake Dunes. I would definitely recommend this property for your next family vacation.
Duane C.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Chris T.
Jun 21, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome Family Vacation
We had the best week. The home was perfect for our family of 12. Plenty of room for all of us. There was always something to do, fishing, paddle boarding, kayaking, and when it rained one day lots to do inside, games, ping pong, air hockey, and more. We were even close enough to go into Manistee so the grandkids could swim in Lake Michigan.
The home is easy to get to with great parking.
All of the kids and grandkids give The Lake House 5-star excellent review. Nobody wanted to leave
Chris T.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
John H.
Jun 12, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great Family Vacation
House was perfect for a large group (6 adults and 5 kids under 10yo). House facilities and available lake/swimming equipment was amazing. Wonderful quiet lake and great fishing! Meijer 10m away. Just a wonderful way to spend a week getting away from the world with family.
John H.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Rose Ann A.
Jun 4, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Family Getaway with an Attentive Host
We had a wonderful stay at this lake house! The property had everything we needed for our large family of 14, including kids. The house was spacious, well-equipped, and the lake views were stunning.
Our host was incredibly attentive and responsive. We encountered a minor issue with a bathroom shower leak, and they addressed it promptly, ensuring our stay was comfortable and stress-free.
The house had all the amenities to keep everyone entertained, from the well-stocked kitchen to the ample outdoor water recreation gear. We truly felt at home. Highly recommended!
Rose Ann A.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Korey H.
Jan 2, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing. Can’t wait to come back!
This property was perfect. Probably our best vrbo ever. Clean, nice, easy-to-understand information for televisions and fireplace. We skied Crystal two days and hung out at the house one day. We also hiked Acadia one day. Perfection!
Korey H.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
10/10 Excellent
Caleb J.
Sep 21, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Best house on the lake
Nicest house on the lake by a mile. Best beach, water was great. Well stocked pantry.
Caleb J.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
mary l.
Aug 6, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Sweet memories
Each year our family of thirteen including six grandchildren gathers for a week somewhere to make shared memories. This has been our favorite rental so far. There was ample room to be together for meals and activities and also room to independently savor the quiet beauty of Chief Lake. The available kayaks, paddle boards, canoes, paddle boat, life jackets and fishing poles combined with the quiet lake provided opportunities for everyone to safely have lots of fun during the day with evenings around the comfortable fire pit enjoyed too. We also appreciated its proximity to Sleeping Bear Dunes for hiking and Portage Lake for tubing.
We hope to make many more happy memories there again in the future.
mary l.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Heather B.
Aug 3, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect house!
Fabulous time with family- adults and kids! The house was beautiful, spacious, large bedrooms, and had all of the amenities you could need. Including for the lake - paddle boards, kayaks, canoe, etc. Fishing was great, everyone caught something. The downstairs has all the fun games from ping pong to air hockey, and arcade games, a teen heaven!
Lake is big enough to tube and jet ski, but not a big lake. Close enough drive for short trips to Mainistee, or Arcadia, slightly longer to Sleeping Bear Dunes and Glen Arbor. Lots to do!!
Heather B.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Elaine C.
Jul 17, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Not a boring moment yet restful
We had a better time than we imagined. 9 adults and 4 children (8,7,5,3) had a great time at the lake since this house had kayaks, canoes, paddle boards plus 23 life jackets of all sizes. On a rainy day, we found board games, puzzles, lady pacman, foosball, ping pong, air hockey and video games! and of course TV and wifi for the quiet moments. We found everything we needed in the kitchen plus a closet of different spices, they even have a blender. The housekeeping group is fabulous and it was very clean and well stocked with towels for inside and out. Can't say enough about how great this house is and the host responds almost immediately if needed.
Elaine C.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveler
Jun 26, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Family vacation
Perfect in every way. The indoor and outdoor spaces were everything we needed. Both were equipped with the best—great sleeping areas, wonderful kitchen with all amenities, great outdoor seating and beach. The beach, the adult and kid kayaks and paddle boards, life jackets, and fishing poles kept all of us happy. We had a great time. (Thanks for the eagles that sat across the lake! You even had binoculars for us to watch them.)
Verified traveler
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Nataliya M.
Apr 26, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Good place to stay
House is clean and pretty big which was perfect.
Nataliya M.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
Andy M.
Apr 19, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Better than Advertised
We wanted a nice house on a lake to celebrate a big birthday and were extremely happy with our experience at the property. Every single thing we could possibly need was not only there, but it was clearly and thoughtfully labeled. The house is comfortable and clean, the game room is ridiculous and the back yard landscape and waterfront is impressive.
Andy M.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
10/10 Excellent
Koreen L.
Aug 20, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Great vacation home
This house has a great design and everything is up to date and in great shape. The water sports equipment is excellent. We had fabulous weather, so little indoor time during the day, but entertainment is there for rainy days. Have never stayed at the same place twice but may have to make an exception!
Koreen L.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
Deborah S.
Jul 24, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Family Fun
The lake house provided a wonderful opportunity to enjoy the outdoors on Chief Lake. The house is in pristine condition and many amenities were provided. Daily, kayaks, canoes, paddle boards , etc were enjoyed by grandkids and adults . Fishing was great for grandkids with campfires every evening on spacious patio. Wonderful week!
Deborah S.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Angela T.
Jun 29, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Best family vacation!!!
This home offered us a home away from home! There are endless amenities, the kitchen was great for our family meals. The game room was fun for evening game nights after s’mores by the fire. The location is ideal…15 min from Lake Michigan, 25 min from Arcadia Dunes and 15 min from Manistee River. Thank you for a memorable family vacation….we will be back!!!
Angela T.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
10/10 Excellent
Bruce K.
Oct 21, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Kaleva Lake House
We rent from VRBO frequently. This home was the best equipped home relative to kitchen utensils and supplies that we have ever stayed. Fantastic views and a beautiful lake,