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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroom980 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Bear Lake, MI
  • Place, Chestnut Hills Golf Course
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Wolf River Golf Park
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Glovers Lake
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker)
    ‪20 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Bear Lake

This cottage places you within a 10-minute drive of Wolf River Golf Park and Chestnut Hills Golf Course. The cottage includes a fireplace, a microwave, and a TV.
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What's nearby

  • Chestnut Hills Golf Course - 6 min drive - 4.3 miles
  • Wolf River Golf Park - 6 min drive - 3.4 miles
  • Glovers Lake - 9 min drive - 7.4 miles
  • Portage Lake - 13 min drive - 10.5 miles
  • James Lake - 14 min drive - 10.3 miles

Getting around

  • Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chestnut Hills Golf Course - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Grille 44 - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪MT Plate Diner - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Miller's Northwood Market - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Rosie's Place - ‬9 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.

Charming Lakefront Cottage

**NEW LISTING** This Bear Lake retreat features 75 feet of sandy bottom frontage on the beautiful, all-sports, 1,800+ acre Bear Lake. The cottage offers two welcoming bedrooms, each with a queen bed, creating a cozy and comfortable space to unwind. Nearby attractions include the scenic M-22 drive, Arcadia Bluffs, Crystal Mountain Resort, Lake Michigan public access, multiple golf courses, and miles of hiking and biking trails. After a day of adventure, return to the cottage to relax and recharge in comfort. Come experience the best of Bear Lake and enjoy a relaxing getaway at our charming cottage.
The cottage is air-conditioned and features 2 bedrooms. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a microwave.

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Stovetop

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing 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)

General

  • Unit size: 980 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Minimum check-in age: 21

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

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:

Gather used towels

Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash

Turn off the lights and lock the doors

Wash dishes

Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

This waterfront retreat requires all guests to sign a liability waiver prior to their stay.

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

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
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: 21

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.
  • 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 and a smoke detector.

Frequently asked questions

What can I see close to this cottage?

This cottage is located in Bear Lake, close to Arcadia Bluffs Golf Course, Pierport Beach, and Glovers Lake. You'll also find Wolf River Golf Park and Chestnut Hills Golf Course within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Charming Lakefront Cottage?

No, there isn't parking available at the cottage.

Is this cottage associated with a casino?

No, this cottage is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this cottage?

No, there is no indoor pool at this cottage.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Charming Lakefront Cottage?

With a stay at this lakeside cottage, couples will appreciate amenities like a fireplace in each cottage plus a water view and a fireplace in some.

Are there hot tubs at Charming Lakefront Cottage?

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

Does this cottage include breakfast service?

No, this cottage doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this cottage allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at this cottage.

Are there connecting rooms at Charming Lakefront Cottage?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this cottage.

How far is the airport from this cottage?

The closest major airport to this cottage is Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker), which is 14.6 mi away (20 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Charming Lakefront Cottage?

No, there aren't any cottage at Charming Lakefront Cottage that offer a balcony.

Charming Lakefront Cottage Reviews

Reviews

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10/10

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Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mark K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic and charming cottage. The host and amenities were as advertised and more. Right on the lake with amazing and peaceful sunsets. The cottage had all the right things to make a lakefront stay memorable and easy.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025