Lakefront Cottage Near Wineries + State Parks!

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Mears Vacation Rental | 3BR | 1BA | 750 Sq Ft | Step-Free Access

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3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 669.7 sq m

Popular amenities

Beach view
Parking available
Fireplace
Kitchen
Barbecue grill
Outdoor space

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Mears, Michigan

Upper Silver Lake
‪8 min drive‬
Silver Lake State Park
‪9 min drive‬
Craig's Cruisers Family Fun Center
‪11 min drive‬
Ludington, MI (LDM)
‪40 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Full Bathroom

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

About this property

With stunning views of Lake Michigan, this 3-bedroom, recently remodeled 1-bath vacation rental is the ideal lakefront getaway! Spend leisurely days cruising Lake Michigan by boat, relaxing beachside, wine tasting at local vineyards, or exploring 2,000 acres of sand dunes at Silver Lake State Park. Back at 'Northern Nest,' make homecooked meals in the full kitchen, sip cocktails on the waterfront deck, and stargaze around the fire pit. S'mores, anyone?

-- THE PROPERTY --

Waterfront Views | Private Deck | Fire Pit

Centrally located near family-friendly attractions, wineries, and state parks, as well as access to Lake Michigan via an association beach a short walk from the property. This charming waterfront cottage is the best spot for your next lake Michigan retreat!

Bedroom 1: Queen Bed | Bedroom 2: Full Bed | Bedroom 3: Twin/Full Bunk Bed

MAIN FEATURES: Flat-screen TV, wood-burning fireplace, dining table, private deck w/ charcoal grill, fire pit, newly remodeled bathroom
KITCHEN: Fully equipped, stainless steel appliances, dishwasher, microwave, coffee maker, dishware/flatware
GENERAL: Free WiFi, linens/bath towels, ceiling fan
FAQ: No A/C
ACCESSIBILITY: Step-free access, single-story property, stairs/steep hill required to access lower yard & nearby beach
PARKING: Driveway (2 vehicles)

-- THE LOCATION --

LAKE MICHIGAN (on-site activities): Swimming, boating, fishing, water sports, kayaking
OUTDOOR DESTINATIONS: Silver Lake State Park Off-Road Vehicle Area (3.8 miles), Silver Lake State Park (4.1 miles), Hart-Montague Bicycle Trail Park (9.8 miles), Mears State Park (12.0 miles), Stearns Park (30.2 miles), Ludington State Park (36.3 miles)
OUTDOOR RECREATION: Wave Club Water Sports (4.2 miles), Craig's Cruisers (5.1 miles), Mac Woods Dune Ride (6.5 miles), Sportsmen Charters (11.3 miles)
ATTRACTIONS: Little Sable Point Lighthouse (8.3 miles), Lewis Adventure Farm & Zoo (16.7 miles), Gold Rush Indoor Waterpark (19.4 miles), Ludington Breakwater Lighthouse (29.9 miles), Michigan's Adventure (33.5 miles)
VINEYARDS: Fox Barn (8.0 miles), Pleasant Valley Farm and Vineyard (9.7 miles), Oceana Winery & Vineyard (18.0 miles), Rooster Ridge Vineyards (18.6 miles)
AIRPORTS: Muskegon County Airport (49.5 miles), Grand Rapids Airport (93.2 miles)

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-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- No pets allowed
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Must be at least 25 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: The property does not have air conditioning
- NOTE: While this single-story property offers step-free access, stairs are required to access the lower yard area. A steep hill is also required to reach the nearby beach

Property manager

Evolve

Languages

English, French, German, Spanish

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Kitchen

Free WiFi

Outdoor space

Parking available

Barbecue grill

Beach view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets 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

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

Mears

Located in Mears, this cottage is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Silver Lake State Park. Craig's Cruisers Family Fun Center and Lewis Farm Market & Petting Farm are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and power boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking.

Mears, Michigan

What's nearby

Upper Silver Lake - 8 min drive - 5.0 km
Silver Lake State Park - 9 min drive - 5.7 km
Craig's Cruisers Family Fun Center - 11 min drive - 7.1 km
Silver Lake Sand Dunes Area Chamber of Commerce - 19 min drive - 13.4 km
Little Sable Point Lighthouse - 20 min drive - 12.1 km

Getting around

Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 67 min drive

Restaurants

‪Frickin' Chicken Shack - ‬12 min drive
‪Open Hearth Grille - ‬16 min drive
‪Whippy Dip - ‬14 min drive
‪Silver Scoops Cafe and Creamery - ‬11 min drive
‪The Golden Eatery - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lakefront Cottage Near Wineries + State Parks! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Lakefront Cottage Near Wineries + State Parks!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lakefront Cottage Near Wineries + State Parks!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Lakefront Cottage Near Wineries + State Parks! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is within 3 miles (5 km) of Lake Michigan, Golden Sands Golf Course and Upper Silver Lake. Silver Lake State Park and Cedar Point Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Wonderful

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9.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Kim M.

20 Sept 2024

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

Some Quality Time

This property propelled us into a togetherness. The water with the beautiful sunsets, the bonfires, the walk to the beach to swim. The kids, ages 4 & 7 loved the bunk beds We would go back again.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Cassandra P.

13 Sept 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

Nice view of the lake

It was a nice clean cabin, recently redone. Lack of privacy, needs curtains or blinds facing the very close next door neighbors house. Was uncomfortable having the lights on in the house at night because of extreme visiblity from the outside looking into the house. The Neighbors are close enough to can hear them talk. View of the lake was amazing,

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracy R.

11 Aug 2024

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

Beautiful View

This charming cottage was perfect for our long weekend vacation. The view was breathtaking and it almost felt like we were looking at an ocean. The breeze was lovely and the sound of crashing waves was calming. The floor plan was laid out nicely based on the space and the neighbors were pleasant. Thank you for allowing us to utilize your space for We are grateful!

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

James J.

20 July 2024

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Lakefront cottage

The view of the lake from the living room and patio was lovely. Definitely the best thing about the house and why we rented it. It was great for a relaxing stay. Negatives: the screens on the windows had large holes and very dirty window sills, which was bad as there's no air conditioning. Also the cottage was a little musty smelling so we definitely wanted the windows open. The beach was a further walk than we realized, and too far to carry the kayaks. As we didn't have a truck that meant we weren't able to use them, which was disappointing as that was one of the things we were looking forward to (I mistakenly thought from the photos that we could put them in in front of the house). Also, the beach that was supposed to have private access was a state park, with a fence separating ATV's and dune buggies from the water. So unless you have a dune buggy, it wasn't a nice place to be. We were able to take a lovely long walk to the lighthouse, which got us away from the noise and bustle.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen V.

5 July 2024

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

Relaxing weekend

We recently stayed here for a long weekend and enjoyed the cottage; looking out of the large windows to Lake Michigan - which is right there - was amazing. The cottage was quite comfortable and clean - the 5 of us had plenty of room.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

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10/10 Excellent

Linda

16 May 2024

Beautiful Cottage on the Lake

We enjoyed our stay in this cute little cottage with Lake Michigan in its backyard. What a view! A very clean and cozy place to stay.

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

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10/10 Excellent

Paula

15 Nov 2023

Cozy house on the water

We enjoyed our weekend on the lake at this cozy house on Lake Michigan. Excellent water views & nearby (walkable) beach/dunes at Silver Lake State Park. House is small but nicely decorated & very clean. Firepit is a nice touch for campfire on next to the lake. Fyi for longer stays it could be challenging since no washer/dryer.

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10/10 Excellent

Matt

15 Nov 2023

Amazing views

The view was amazing, the house was clean and plenty of space for 6.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sam M.

19 Oct 2023

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

Autumn stay on beach

I took my mom for a birthday celebration stay on the beach, and we loved it. The view is amazing, the decor was beautiful, very comfortable and homey. The communication with the host was easy and friendly. They were very informative and took care of our needs while we stayed there. We will definitely keep this on our list of destinations.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steve P.

31 July 2023

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

Dunes summer vacation

AMAZING. If you love the beach and want to be near the dunes this house is wonderful. You can’t beat the view! It was very cute, nicely remodeled and clean. It had everything we needed for our stay. The bathroom was nicely remodeled also with a big shower. It was hot when we were there, I was worried it would be sticky without A/C but with the windows open and the fans it very comfortable. The bed was so comfortable! The beach is just a short walk and is our favorite beach in the area. You do have to accommodate a fairly steep hill to the beach. There are side ropes and a beach mat on the path to assist you but for someone that has health issues it may be difficult. We had no problem and our grandchildren easily maneuvered it as well all while carrying chairs and beach toys. You can hear the vehicles on the dunes but for us that wasn’t a problem at all. The deck was nice with a great view. We especially enjoyed the fire pit. Great campfires with the sound of waves crashing on the rocks - very therapeutic. We will definitely be coming back to this house!

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl S.

23 Oct 2022

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

The house was beautiful!

The house was beautiful and right on Lake Michigan! Perfect for the two night stay on a gorgeous weekend.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

6/10 Okay

Jordan Y.

11 Oct 2022

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Disliked: Cleanliness

Nice

Beautiful views of the property. The house wasn't as clean as I would have expected and there were small gnats flying all over the kitchen.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

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10/10 Excellent

Rog

1 Oct 2022

Beautiful Lake Michigan View!

This is our second stay. We love the water view, and always enjoy a bonfire (wood provided). Lovely, cozy and clean cottage. Fans are provided. There's a large deck. Grill provided. FYI, there is no way to access the water or shoreline in front of this cottage, but a 10 minute walk will take you down a steep path to Lake Michigan. There is a little noise from the dune buggies driving on the dunes at Silver Lake during the summer. We rented an ATV to enjoy the dunes! Or catch a ride on Mac Wood's Dune Rides. Short drive to Mears for a few restaurants, ice cream, Craig's Cruisers, Little Sable Point Lighthouse, Lavender Labyrinth, Country Dairy Farm has cool tours/food, and Lewis Adventure Farm & Zoo is not to far.

10/10 Excellent

Amy G.

27 July 2022

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

Short distance from many activities

Beautiful lake, dunes very close easy to get to Pentwater, Ludington etc.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

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10/10 Excellent

Ashley

26 July 2022

Hidden gem!

We absolutely loved staying here! It was clean and decorated so cute. It is within walking distance to the sand dunes! It is also close to a wooded area that was perfect for walks as well. Tip: if bringing a trailer for sand dune toys you can park your trailer at Silver Hills campground overflow lot for $20/weekend.

10/10 Excellent

Ludwik B., Houston, TX

8 July 2022

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

Great Cabin directly on Lake Michigan

We loved this wonderful cabin directly on the shore of Lake Michigan. You cannot beat the sunset views! Used the fireplace for S’mores every night, kids loved the place. Close to neighborhood beach. A real gem.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Melissa W.

4 July 2022

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

Spectacular view and charming cottage

My mom and I rented Juniper House for a short getaway, 4 days and three nights. Juniper House did not disappoint! The view was spectacular and the sunsets were gorgeous!!! The cottage was charming and updated as shown in the pictures. We will definitely be back!

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tyler B.

3 July 2022

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

Great experience

My friends and I stayed at this property for a long weekend getaway - it was outstanding and as advertised. The property management group was excellent as well. 10/10, would recommend / stay there again!

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

stephanie v.

2 July 2022

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

Girls trip

We all wanted a relaxing beautiful spot to celebrate 30 plus years of friendship and got exactly that.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

kelli w.

15 May 2022

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

Relaxing Getaway

This lake house has the most beautiful view of Lake Michigan! It is close to the dunes and Craig’s Cruisers. The girls ages 11-12 enjoyed the beach walking distance from the house. The house was very clean. There was a few more spiders than we are used too lol but other than that it was a perfect stay! We enjoyed s’mores over a campfire looking out onto to the lake. The kitchen had all the cooking utensils as well! The girls asked if we can come back every year!

Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ash R.

9 May 2022

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

Beautiful home with a beautiful view.

My mother and sisters had a great weekend stay. The beds and linens were comfortable and clean. The house was updated and had everything we needed.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

Chrissy G.

27 Oct 2021

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

Great view of Lake Michigan

Cute cabin on Lake Michigan with a 5 minute drive to the dunes! My husband & I stayed here for 4 nights & were very pleased with everything!

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2021

6/10 Okay

David Z.

23 Oct 2021

Liked: Check-in, communication

Disliked: Listing accuracy

Beach cottage in the dunes

Location was right on the lake, and across the lane from the dunes, but the cottage was a bit tired and not as up market as the photos depicted.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

8/10 Good

Katherine C.

10 Oct 2021

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

Cozy Cottage

We had a lovely stay! The cottage was incredibly clean and the views were just breathtaking. We especially loved the short walk to the large (mostly vacant) beach. The kids didn’t want to leave! Only one small note of improvement, the shower is tiny so a shower wand would be handy.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Darlene F.

1 Oct 2021

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

Lake Michigan VIEW

The cottage was cute and cozy. I have a thing for screened porches, and they had one with water view. The window view was wonderfully close to the water. My cousin and I sat in their comfy chairs with an ottoman for each of us. It was hard to get out of the chairs because the waves were wonderful and the sunsets were magnificent. Our visit was quiet and relaxing. The cottage appears to be an older one that has been updated with cabinets, furniture, etc. I thoroughly enoyed my stay.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

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3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

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