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Relaxing Family Vacation Home Steps from Lake Michigan Beaches, Golf, and Fun.

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Sun loungers, beach towels
A sandbox play area with wooden benches and chairs, surrounded by trees.
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 62000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Bear Lake, MI
  • Place, Pierport Beach
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Portage Lake
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Crystal Mountain
    ‪25 min drive‬
  • Airport, Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker)
    ‪21 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Bear Lake

When you stay at this vacation home in Bear Lake, you'll be on a lake, within a 10-minute walk of Lake Michigan and Pierport Beach. .This vacation home is 13.2 mi (21.2 km) from Little River Casino and 3.7 mi (6 km) from Arcadia Bluffs Golf Course.

What's nearby

  • Pierport Beach - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Arcadia Bluffs Golf Course - 7 min drive - 4.5 miles
  • Portage Lake - 7 min drive - 6.9 miles
  • Little River Casino - 19 min drive - 17.8 miles
  • Crystal Mountain - 25 min drive - 24.2 miles

Getting around

  • Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Grille 44 - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Laheys Public House - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪MT Plate Diner - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Amigos Mexican Restaurant - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Lake Side Cafe - ‬11 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.

Relaxing Family Vacation Home Steps from Lake Michigan Beaches, Golf, and Fun.

Welcome to our charming country home in the historic Pierport Beach area, just 1500 feet from the pristine shores of Lake Michigan with miles of sandy beach. Nestled on three peaceful acres, this getaway offers the perfect blend of comfort and nature. Enjoy stunning dark sky views at night, ideal for stargazing.

The home sleeps six and is equipped with modern amenities, including laundry machines, a dishwasher, air conditioning, and ceiling fans for your convenience. Relax on the spacious screened-in back porch overlooking the property or lounge on the large front and rear porches. Unwind by the fire pit in the evenings after a day of adventure.

Perfectly located, you’re less than a mile from the renowned Arcadia Bluffs and Arcadia South golf courses, close to Portage and Bear Lakes for kayaking, and just a short drive from the scenic North Country Trail, Sleeping Bear Dunes, and historic downtown Manistee. In the fall, experience breathtaking tree colors in nearby Manistee National Forest, and in the winter, enjoy snowmobiling, snowboarding, skiing, and ice fishing in the area.

“Nestled in a tranquil dark sky area, the property offers an unparalleled view of the night sky, free from the glow of urban lights. Armed with a high-powered telescope, stargazing becomes a breathtaking journey through the cosmos. On clear nights, the Milky Way stretches like a luminous ribbon across the horizon, while planets, distant galaxies, and nebulae reveal themselves in striking detail. The crisp, unobstructed sky allows for deep exploration of celestial wonders, from the craters of the moon to the glowing rings of Saturn, creating a serene and awe-inspiring connection to the universe.”

This is the perfect year-round destination for relaxation, adventure, and making lasting memories.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, which features a fireplace and a Smart TV. There's a private balcony. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a DVD player is provided for your entertainment.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Computer monitor
  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Unit size: 2,000 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:30 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:30 AM
Contactless check-out available

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:
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Lock the doors
Place trash into the waste container in front of the small garage. Please move container to curb on Monday night for the Tuesday morning collection day.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Please do not light fireworks while on property. Some people light fireworks at beach around the holiday.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 30
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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Relaxing Family Vacation Home Steps from Lake Michigan Beaches, Golf, and Fun. Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 33 out of 34 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 34 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 34 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 34 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 34 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nate S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot to stay for a golf weekend!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly N.

We had a wonderful stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Millie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyed our stay, lots of space to enjoy
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eric B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The stay here was very peaceful
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location! Perfect for a long weekend away! Very comfortable place!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay here! Had lots of great entertaining spots and plenty of room for everyone on the trip. If we are out this way again, will certainly look this spot up again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jim C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful location in peaceful environment.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erik G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a great time, 10/10 recommend this place. It was exactly what we were looking for for a golf weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed the beach, hiking in the dunes, watching sunsets, visiting relatives and even stayed an extra night when it became an option.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eli B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property had pretty much everything you need to be comfortable and have your mind at ease. Well stocked kitchen, very comfortable linens and convenient location just off M-22.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patricia W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best hosts I’ve stayed with! Have everything you need & then some. We loved being at the beach everyday & close to Sleeping Bear Dunes.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sabine S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay. We had everything we needed.With two younger children there was plenty of room to run.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Da B.

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

Beautiful home

This was a lovely home and we really enjoyed our stay
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Really nice house and property that is very well equipped. Great master bedroom.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

B B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was wonderful and in a perfect location for us. Phil and Jenn were very good hosts. Communication was excellent.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A very tranquil setting best describes this stay. The home is much larger than the photos suggest, plus it was clean, and well-stocked with many items one doesn’t expect. The beach area was especially relaxing and there is a beautiful scenic road nearby with a semi-hidden public beach.
Wooded backyard
Remote public beach area
Nearby beach
Uncrowded beach nearby
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra D.

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

Quiet, secluded retreat

All very easy, very kid-friendly. We thoroughly enjoyed the space to roam and the peace and quiet.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brittany H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property was great, it looked even better than the pictures. The lake was BEAUTIFUL and a 30 second drive from the house. This will be added to my short list of places up north.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Colin S.

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

Thanks!

Great property
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ortskid

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely awesome. Nothing remotely negative to say. Peaceful, quiet, clean, everything you need.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

AJ K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The place was great! It is as advertised! Such a quiet area, and only 1500ft from Lake Michigan! And don’t forget to fill your water bottle from old Facefull an artisan well that had been running for over 100 years! Plus it’s 10mins from the Arcadia golf courses!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sophie M.

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

Wonderful Retreat

Very comfortable home. All the amenities were great. Nice how close it is to the lake. It was very nice to meet Phil in person. Will definitely stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian M.

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

really nice place

it was a very clean house with everything you will need plus i would definitely stay again. thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matthew C.

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

Up north

Place was everything that was advertised, had the most amenities at a Vrbo I’ve ever been to so kudos to them I loved that probably most about the place! 5 minute walk to the beach it was beautiful was a little cold so we couldn’t go in, but definitely will be staying here in the future if in the area again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Doug N.

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

Relaxing

The property was perfect for our family. It was very comfortable for reading, movies, or enjoying the wooded yard. The beach was close and just a short drive or walk. It was great to have biking and hiking trails nearby. We would definitely return.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025