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Bear Feet Retreat
Property grounds
Stress- Free Zone
Lots of expansive windows and Natural light
Room

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms4+ bathroomsSleeps 12335.0 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Beach view
  • Dryer
  • Hot tub
  • Washer

Explore the area

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Maple City, Michigan
  • Little Traverse Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Glen Lake
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪41 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Queen Beds

Bedroom 3

3 Single Bunk Beds

Bedroom 4

3 Single Bunk Beds

Bedroom 5

1 King Bed

4 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 5

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

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.

Property manager

Katy Bertodatto
Premier Host

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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
Charge may apply
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
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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
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 fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

Maple City

Located in Maple City, this holiday home is on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore and Lake Michigan.
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Maple City, Michigan

What's nearby

  • Little Traverse Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Lime Lake - 6 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Crystal River - 14 min drive - 13.0 km
  • Glen Lake - 17 min drive - 17.8 km

Getting around

  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 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

Frequently asked questions

Is Bear Feet Retreat Sum pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Bear Feet Retreat Sum?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bear Feet Retreat Sum?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Bear Feet Retreat Sum located?

Nestled on the beach, this Maple City holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Little Traverse Lake and Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. Lake Michigan is 2.9 mi (4.6 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Donald W.

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

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.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Randy S.

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

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!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janice K.

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

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.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul R.

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

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.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

William B.

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

Great property

Great Stay!! The Management Company is wonderful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

About the host

Hosted by Katy Bertodatto

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Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests