Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore is within a mile (2 km) of this vacation home, and other popular attractions like Lake Michigan are within a few miles (5 km). The vacation home includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a balcony.
Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore - 1 min drive - 1.2 miles
Lime Lake - 6 min drive - 2.5 miles
Crystal River - 13 min drive - 9.9 miles
Glen Lake - 19 min drive - 13.9 miles
Getting around
Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) - 41 min drive
Restaurants
Peg Town Station - 6 min drive
Broomstack Kitchen And Taphouse - 6 min drive
Market 22 - 7 min walk
Cedar Tavern - 9 min drive
The Mill - 13 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.
Bear Feet Retreat Sum
Summary: Nestled along the shores of Little Traverse Lake, our beautiful home is bathed in natural light and just minutes from the Lake Michigan Wine Trail and Sleeping Bear Dunes. From the moment you arrive, this elegant waterfront retreat will make you feel instantly at home. This spacious 5-bedroom, 4.5-bath vacation rental offers a variety of luxurious amenities, including an 80-foot dock (available from Memorial Day to Labor Day), a private deck, and a fully equipped kitchen—everything you need for a perfect getaway. *All guests must be 25+ unless accompanied by a parent/guardian. We do not allow parties or events of any kind.**
The Space: 3,606 square feet in size Main Level Includes: Expansive Fully stocked kitchen with island seating, dual ovens, and a Viking 6-burner gas range stove w/ pot filler Large Dining room table Living room with large Smart TV and gas fireplace Primary Bedroom with King bed and attached full bathroom Bedroom 2 with Queen bed Full bathroom with tub, in the hallway by the bedrooms Washer and Dryer Half bathroom located near laundry room
Second Level Includes: Loft with Movie Projector and Shuffle Board Bedroom 3 with two queen beds 2 Full bathrooms Bedroom 4 with Nautical theme and Six built in bunk beds (5 twin beds and 1 Queen) Bedroom 5 with Six built in bunk beds (5 twin beds and 1 Queen)
Outside: Hot Tub open year-round Large Deck with lots of seating Gas grill Firepit Dock 3 Kayaks 2 SUP boards 1 Canoe Outdoor shower *All waterfront amenities are available from Memorial to Labor Day*
Guest Access: Garage access for up to 2 vehicles - please do not park more than 4 cars at a time in the driveway.
Other Things to Note: Please Note: All guests staying at this property must be 25 or older unless accompanied by a parent or guardian. This will be verified after booking confirmation.
A damage waiver fee is required by Golden Swan for each stay. For this property, the fee is $149 and provides our guests with accidental damage coverage up to $2500. If the amount of damage exceeds this, or if the damage is found to have occurred with malicious intent, Golden Swan retains the right to seek damages beyond that amount.
There is a non-refundable credit card processing fee applied to all reservations.
If the reservation is 14 days or longer there will be a required mid-stay clean. This is also available upon request for a shorter length of stay.
Dogs are allowed with an additional fee, with a maximum of 2 dogs. Please be advised that it is absolutely imperative for all renters to keep their dogs on a leash at all times. While we truly appreciate and value pets, ensuring that our furry friends are leashed or properly secured is of utmost importance to us. Please take your pup with you or kennel them when you leave the home. We cannot have lonely barking dogs left at our property. Please be considerate and clean up after your pet.
DOCK – You can expect the dock to be available for use Memorial Weekend through Labor Day Weekend. Please only use the dock for 15-minute loading and unloading of passengers. A mooring ball just beyond it is available for mooring between boat rides. Winds and waves pick up super-quick and can cause damage to boats and docks. There are no protective dock bumpers to prevent potential boat-docking issues.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 4.5 bathrooms, and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with 5 bedrooms. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a coffee maker.
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
General
Garden
Unit size: 3,606 square feet
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
This property welcomes pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Note from host: Charge may apply
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 and a first aid kit
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: 10:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 25
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, and a first aid kit.
Property is also known as
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Frequently asked questions
What is there to do within easy reach of this vacation home?
This vacation home is located in Maple City, just steps from Little Traverse Lake. You'll also find Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore and Lake Michigan within a short drive.
Is there parking available at this vacation home?
Yes, there is a garage.
Is this vacation home associated with 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.
Is Bear Feet Retreat Sum good 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.
Does Bear Feet Retreat Sum have a hot tub?
Yes, guests can enjoy 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 free of charge?
Although pets can't stay for free, they are welcome at this vacation home.
Are there connecting rooms at this vacation home?
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 Cherry Capital Airport (TVC), which is 26.6 mi away (41 minutes by car).
Are there rooms with balconies at Bear Feet Retreat Sum?
Yes, every accommodation at Bear Feet Retreat Sum comes with a balcony with some featuring beach views.
Bear Feet Retreat Sum Reviews
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Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Donald W., Saint Louis, Missouri
Sep 2, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Michigan Vacation
First of all our entire group had a wonderful time at this lovely property. The manager, Katy, was outstanding and was very responsive to our needs. We did have two suggestions that might improve the stay. Our group included some elderly adults with balance and walking issues. The backyard had some lovely but for seniors challenging natural stones steps that were hard to navigate. Handrails would be helpful. Also the back patio would have been improved with a screened area to control the fruit flies. Overall this was an excellent experience for our family.
Donald W.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Randy S.
Aug 17, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Home
This location is perfect! Close to Glen Arbor, the Dunes, Leland (Fishtown) and many great spots which allowed us to get maximize our days if we wanted to leave. The house made it so we didn’t have too! It’s beautiful inside and had everything we needed and more. The kayaks and paddle boards were used daily with smores at night on the fire pit. Katy and the team were very responsive to any questions we had leading up to our arrival. We would highly recommend Bear Feet Retreat!
Randy S.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Janice K.
Aug 17, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Family Trip
We had a wonderful time and home was beautiful. We went to Fishtown, The Cove, lLittle Traverse Inn ( across the street) and several wineries. The lake was peaceful and nice location.
Janice K.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Paul R.
Aug 10, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend Getaway
Impressive property. Well stocked and organized. Clean and well maintained. Communication was excellent. House and amenities were as described and high quality. Excellent experience.