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350 feet of private beach on Lake Michigan, 6 acres of privacy

Cottage near Lake Michigan in Mears

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A room with a large window overlooking a beach and greenery.
A cabin with a green roof, surrounded by trees, and equipped with outdoor furniture.
A rustic log cabin with a green roof, a porch with steps, and a small outdoor seating area.
A concrete staircase leading up a hill, surrounded by trees and a grassy area.
A beach with driftwood and a swing set.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroom

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Mears, MI
  • Place, Cedar Point Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Silver Lake State Park
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, S.S. Badger: Lake Michigan Carferry
    ‪33 min drive‬

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About the area

Mears

In Mears .Within 2 miles (3 km) of this Mears cottage, you'll find Lake Michigan and Cedar Point Park. Golden Sands Golf Course and Upper Silver Lake are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Cedar Point Park - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Silver Lake State Park - 7 min drive - 8.3 km
  • Little Sable Point Lighthouse - 19 min drive - 17.5 km
  • S.S. Badger: Lake Michigan Carferry - 33 min drive - 49.6 km
  • Michigan's Adventure - 37 min drive - 68.3 km

Getting around

  • Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 62 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Open Hearth Grille - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Golden Sands Bucket Bar - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Golden Eatery - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Frickin' Chicken Shack - ‬7 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.

350 feet of private beach on Lake Michigan, 6 acres of privacy

Large rustic cottage on six wooded acres with 350 feet of private beach right on Lake Michigan. Cottage is several hundred yards off the road and through a forest for quiet and privacy. Cottage has three bedrooms, each with a queen sized bed, and loft area with 6 twin beds. One bathroom. Large screened front porch with panoramic views of the lake and sunsets. Cottage yard has charcoal grill, picnic tables, firepit for campfires and lots of room to play. 8 guests maximum. No pets, no smoking.

Cottage does not have washer/dryer or dishwasher. Shower room separate from bathroom.

2020 note: Lake Michigan is expected to hit a record high water level in 2020 and as such, we don't expect to have much, if any, beach. This issue is affecting all properties on Lake Michigan, not just ours.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Swimming nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

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

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

Frequently asked questions

How close is 350 feet of private beach on Lake Michigan, 6 acres of privacy to the airport?

This cottage is 51 mi (62-min drive) away from the Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does 350 feet of private beach on Lake Michigan, 6 acres of privacy have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this cottage.

How close is 350 feet of private beach on Lake Michigan, 6 acres of privacy to the beach?

This cottage is 3.5 mi (7-min drive) from Silver Lake State Park.

Does 350 feet of private beach on Lake Michigan, 6 acres of privacy offer free breakfast?

This cottage does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at 350 feet of private beach on Lake Michigan, 6 acres of privacy?

No, there is no casino at this cottage.

What time is check-in at 350 feet of private beach on Lake Michigan, 6 acres of privacy?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at 350 feet of private beach on Lake Michigan, 6 acres of privacy?

Free parking is not available at this cottage.

Does 350 feet of private beach on Lake Michigan, 6 acres of privacy have a pool?

This cottage does not have a pool.

Does 350 feet of private beach on Lake Michigan, 6 acres of privacy have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this cottage.

How close is 350 feet of private beach on Lake Michigan, 6 acres of privacy to downtown Mears?

This cottage is 4.3 mi away from Mears.

350 feet of private beach on Lake Michigan, 6 acres of privacy Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 11 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 11 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 11 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Chase H.

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

Great Beach Spot

This is the perfect spot to get away. Rustic with some mid-century touches, this cottage is perched on a hillside overlooking Lake Michigan. There’s a pathway through the forest down to the water. Although I wouldn’t venture too far off the path, there can be a decent amount of ticks in those types of areas. The house itself has a nice layout that feels spacious, even when it has eight people! The kitchen, living room, dining room, and porch give you plenty of indoor area to move around through. And the yard is large and open, sporting a nice fire pit and charcoal grill. There is one decently-sized restroom with a shower located outside (it’s still completely enclosed, just only accessible from outside). Overall this is a great spot for a family vacation! It easily fit eight people and provides some incredible views. It’s definitely a little more rustic than some luxury lake houses, but entirely worth the trip and the price!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Patty B.

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

Vacation at Hideaway

Wonderful old cabin!This beautiful cabin is like stepping back in time to a slower,quieter time.We loved it.Cabin is stocked with everything we needed.The beach is small due to some downed tree’s but useable.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Charles R.

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

Wonderful stay

The cabin was EXACTLY
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Doug D.

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

Lovely Retreat

We thoroughly enjoyed the peace and seclusion that this place. We enjoyed the sunset every evening, The cabin is cozy and provides a plenty of room and a useful kitchen. We loved screened-in back porch facing Lake Michigan. The owner was really easy to work with. We also loved and respected the history of this family's land and cabin.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Clara G.

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

Great location, great cabin, great week

We enjoyed ourselves thoroughly even though there was not much beach this year. Could still swim and play in the sand. The cabin was very clean and had what we needed. Would not be good for handicapped or older folks who want to enjoy the beach as it is a pretty steep climb.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Steve B.

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

Authentic Lake Michigan family cottage

Perfect cabin for our kids and grandkids. Literally seemed like owner lived there and left everything for us. Authentic right down to kitchen door jamb markings of sons' childhood growth. Not sure why all VRBO rentals don't encourage starter amounts of tp, firewood, beer, etc. This place is exactly like the summer cottages back in the day, no cell reception, no TV, no wifi!!! ...loved it
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Rachel K.

Wonderful experience on the Big Lake!

This place had a beautiful view, nice amenities, and was a very clean cottage that accommodated our family perfectly! The kids had good outside space to play, we had campfires at night, and just enjoyed the space inside and out. We really appreciated the "little things" such as beach toys and chairs so we didn't have to pack them & cold beverages left in the fridge from previous renters per the owner's request. We've rented a lot of places in the area and I have to say this one was one of the most clean and well maintained places we've rented. We had a wonderful time on the lake and will definitely return again. Thanks so much!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017
Archival

10/10 Excellent

MOLLY R.

Perfect rustic hideaway

My family and I stayed here just a few weeks ago and had an amazing time! Although some might call the cottage "rustic", it is, after all a cottage, and its owners have pretty much thought of everything in terms of outfitting and stocking it up. Clearly they've been doing this for awhile! Everything was very comfortable and we wanted for nothing. We spent our days on the beach and in the water, and our nights on the wonderful screened in porch. And it was so nice to have a fire pit behind the house rather than having to lug everything down to the beach! We had some fun poking around in town and visiting the local attractions, and we saw lots of wildlife. We highly recommend this listing and would be more than happy to book again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017
Archival

8/10 Good

Carol H.

Great stay at rustic cabin

We had a wonderful time at the cabin. It was exactly as described. there was plenty of room, plenty of parking. the screened in porch overlooking the lake was FANTASTIC. The beach front is a little bit of a hike, (not horrible) but absolutely worth the walk. we spent a lot of time on the beach and loved the privacy. The kitchen was wonderful with the TWO refrigerators and we were able to make and cook our breakfast and lunch with no problems. We also used the fire pit quite often. we also had no problems with the bathroom/shower. everyone was able to get a shower when they needed with water conservation showers. our only criticism would be the lack of cell service/internet (definitely not the cabins fault). in this day and age of being connected (and we own our own business) we found that a little (very little) frustrating. but you can get it in town and on the dunes so really we just accepted it as a vacation bonus! its a wonderful cabin, the neighbors were very nice and we just loved our stay. We would stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2016
Archival

8/10 Good

Phyllis C.

Cozy Home with plenty of privacy directly on Lake Michigan

My family of 6 enjoyed our week's vacation immensely at this 100 year old cottage which has been carefully adorned with shabby chic rustic antiquey appeal. Waking up to a flock of wild turkey passing on the acres of forest, preparing for a campfire while watching a herd of deer grazing on the neighbor's property, gazing up at the nightly sky where the city lights have been snuffed to reveal sparkly treasures beyond words and dozing off in bedroom 1 or the sun porch to the continuous sound of lapping waves - THIS, was my idea of a vacation!! We only experienced a small hiccup which was quickly and efficiently addressed by our dear host. We thank you, Kurt, for the wonderful experience and for sharing your home away from home with us. We wished we could have stayed longer.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Heather E.

Unplugged and charming vacation

My family of 6 spent 7 wonderful days in this quaint and charming cabin. We were slightly reluctant about not having cable or wifi, but ended up enjoying everything even more because we weren't buried in our phones or laptops. The cabin has such rich history every where you turn. The walls, the windows, the family height measurements on the wooden panes. I could just feel the family memories that this cabin created for the owners and the renters. The cabin was well equipped with all kitchen needs. We cooked on the charcoal grill most every night and had bonfires after the sun went down. Speaking of the sunset...this property captured the most beautiful sunsets we have ever seen! We had amazing weather and spent several hours in the water and on the beach daily. We'd walk, wave jump and even used the knee boards that were provided by the owners along with tons of sand toys. There was so much to do from puzzles, games, VHS movies, yes i said VHS. My young kids got a kick out of rewinding them. My favorite moments were sipping on my coffee early in the morning in the sunroom while listening to the waves on the Lake Michigan. We truly had an amazing time at this property. We will most likely come back in a couple years. You can't beat the location, the charm and the hospitality of the Hoffnagle cabin!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2016