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Interior
Room
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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Mears, MI
  • Silver Lake State Park
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Upper Silver Lake
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Craig's Cruisers Family Fun Center
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Ludington, MI (LDM)
    ‪34 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Sweet Retreat West..sandy ORV's and memories made here

1265 square foot home located 0.2 miles from Silver Lake ORV sand dune entrance. 3 bedroom home with a kitchen, living room and all-season porch with 3 patio door for beautiful view and a gas fireplace. A shaded yard and a fenced area for dogs. Centrally located for all outdoor activities. The silver Lake area has something to do for everyone, fishing, canoeing, swimming, hiking, biking, walking along the sandy shores of Lake Michigan or yeeting thru the sand dunes in your off road vehicle or side x side. Seasonal attractions like Mac Woods dune rides, Little Sable light house tours, Craig’s cruisers, shopping, Icecram shops, Chicken shack, Hart-Montague bike trails, local wine tours, golfing, Lewis Adventure Farm and Zoo. Day Trips to Ludington, Manistee or the Baldwin trail system. For rentals use Silverback rentals or Wave Club boat rentals. So many memories to be made!

Property manager

jennie s benedict
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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: limit 2 total
Pick up after pets, obey state leash laws.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Please leave all bedding on the beds and used towels on towel racks located behind the doors in each bedroom.
Be respectful to our neighbors, Golden township has an ordinance for quiet time from 11pm to 7am.
Please disclose how many adults, kids and pets will be staying. Please keep all pets on leashes when outside, unless they are in fenced area.

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
Cashless transactions are available
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Mears

Mears is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Silver Lake State Park and Lake Michigan. Craig's Cruisers Family Fun Center and Lewis Farm Market & Petting Farm are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Mears, MI

What's nearby

  • Silver Lake State Park - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Upper Silver Lake - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Craig's Cruisers Family Fun Center - 4 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Little Sable Point Lighthouse - 12 min drive - 7.1 km
  • Silver Lake Sand Dunes Area Chamber of Commerce - 14 min drive - 11.2 km

Getting around

  • Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 63 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Frickin' Chicken Shack - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Open Hearth Grille - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Whippy Dip - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Silver Scoops Cafe and Creamery - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Sweet Retreat West..sandy ORV's and memories made here pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Sweet Retreat West..sandy ORV's and memories made here?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sweet Retreat West..sandy ORV's and memories made here?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Sweet Retreat West..sandy ORV's and memories made here located?

Situated in Mears, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Silver Lake State Park and Upper Silver Lake. Craig's Cruisers Family Fun Center and Golden Sands Golf Course are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 31 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Cori D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay!

Wonderful location, and the house was set up perfectly to make us feel at home. We loved the coffee bar and s’mores station. Hosts really go the extra mile.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

rebecca w.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wedding

We book this listing for my husand and i while we got married. They gave us a little gift when we got there! Much appreciated! The kitchen was fully equipped! And the house was fully dog friendly which was fully appreciated!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Griffin W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great time

We were extremely surprised how close we were able to be to the sand dunes and I would absolutely go back there again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Annette R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sandy ORV property

This house was amazing! All you need to bring with you are you personal items and food! Property was clean and neighborhood was quiet. Look forward to coming back again! Jennie was easy to connect with! Thanks for the memories!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kara K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect!

We absolutely love this home and location. The home and the property couldn’t be more prefect. Last year I packed all kinds of things because you just never know what the home will be equipped with. This year I packed much lighter (my husband very much appreciated that!) because it had everything you might need. I think my favorite thing is the fireplace. Now I want one for my cabin! Thank you so much for letting us use it again.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brent P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic rental!

Upon arriving, we were able to park our trailer at the home until our 4pm check in time. The host was gracious, and promptly responded to questions. The sun room in the front of the home was perfect for socializing, evening games, and morning coffee! The bedrooms are simple and clean each equipped with a small box fan in addition to a ceiling fan. Outdoors, there a basket of toys for both kids and pets including a small sand hill. Our stay was perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing Vacation

Wonderful rental. Could not have asked for anything more. Thank you so much!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melanie

Location was clean and spacious. They thought of all the little extras. We would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

glenda c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Vacation

Great place to stay had everything we needed and more
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

James T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great property and great host

This property was everything we hoped for. Great communication from the host as well. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carrie W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic Stay

The cottage was perfect for our stay and is in a great location. The house was very clean and the four season room turned into the perfect hangout spot. The coffee and s’mores bars are a great touch and the kids couldn’t wait to have a bonfire. Would recommend to anyone looking to stay in the Silver Lake area.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Terence N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Place tonStay

Great property, very good location. Super clean and they have thought of everything. One of the best properties we ever stayed at. Will stay again in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family adventure!

Had a great visit to Silver Lake! Sandy's ORV property exceeded our expectations! So clean and comfortable and close to everything! Would definitely recommend this property!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Spot!

Our stay was absolutely amazing! Extremely close to the dunes. House is in a nice quiet neighborhood. I think our dog enjoyed it the most! The host was fast responding and provided us with everything we needed. The back room was awesome! Can’t wait to come stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deborah C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Everything You Need For Your Stay Is Here!

This beautiful home has everything you need for a fun visit to the Silver Lake State Park area! There are so many wonderful hostess touches including lots of board games, a coffee bar, and a s’mores bar to name a few. The owner was very responsive to any questions I had and the house was cleaned extra well since I have an allergy to dogs. We had a wonderful time and had everything we needed for our stay. You will love this home!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lara R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent!!

We have been coming to Silver Lake for six years and Sandy’s ORV Sweet Retreat is our favorite so far! Not only is it beautiful, but the owners have thought of everything to make your stay perfect! We loved everything from the fully stocked coffee bar to the S’more bar to the “oh sh$$” cupboard!! (a fully stocked cupboard with all the bathroom/personal essentials you need in case you forgot yours!) It was in the perfect location to the Dunes and Mears. The layout of the house and backyard (along with small fenced area for our dog) was all perfect! Owners were very friendlier and easy to work with…we will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Logan R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect home away from home!

House was absolutely beautiful and had everything you could possibly need! Was warm and cozy. Beds were comfortable. Fireplaces and coffee bar were a hit for our group. Close to the dunes, and silverback speedway. Would definitely rent again and recommend to others! Thanks for letting us enjoy your home!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect family getaway!

This is truly the best rental home we’ve stayed in. The house was very clean and we all felt at home, including the dogs! All the little amenities through out the house were very appreciated! We will be booking again & we can’t wait to return!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dave W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very nice and clean

This property was extremely nice and clean. Was just how it was described in the listing. Would rent again if i was back in the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kara K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful!

Your home was absolutely perfect! We loved that it couldn’t have been closer to the dune entrance. The home set up itself was perfect. It had absolutely everything we needed. The only thing I would suggest is maybe have a list of what the renters are required to do before they leave. Strip beds, vacuum (or in your case sweep), little things like that. We did strip the beds because it seemed like common sense to us. We loved it and are looking forward to staying again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Really nice house, great location, great host!

House is literally right around the corner from the Dunes entrances. Great location for everything. Pictures don't do it justice! This house is in great condition inside and out and the host has left just about anything you could have possibly forgotten plus games, smores kits, pancake mix, everything! Comfortable beds, huge shower, smart TV, nice kitchen and fridge stocked with condiments. It was great!! Will try to stay here again if we come back to Silver lake. - Easy access to all dune areas. - Parking room for truck and trailer. - Area seems pretty safe. - Beautiful home. - Great host. - Comfortable beds. - Everything super clean. - So much extras provided by the host!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anjela K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Jeeping Paradise

This place is amazing. Clean and I mean spotless, modern and updated in its entirety. They even thought of little things you might have forgotten ( toiletries, med cabinet) . In relation to the ORV park, its right around the corner, literally 1/8 of a mile. You can air down in driveway and roll in. We will be returning
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

William H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Dunes and Coasters

This location was perfect for our itinerary! Dune hiking, off-roading, and a day trip to Michigan’s Adventure. The home was very clean and very well supplied. The owner was very responsive with every communication. The location was great - close to the dunes and town while feeling private with a nice wooded lot. A very nice stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alexander W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Property and Location

This property is extremely well cared for and the owners thought of everything! The location was also perfect for my large family plus 2 dogs. Tons of stuff to do in town and 25 mins from Ludington! My family and I all agree we will be renting from this property again and you should consider it for your family vacation spot as well !
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ann Marie A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome rental

This house was amazing! The pictures do not do it justice. It is beautiful inside and out. It makes you feel like you are at home. They provide so many special treats like a smores bar, coffee, and extras of things that you may have forgotten.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

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