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Silver Lake Retreat - Beach Access + Dunes

Beachfront vacation home near Lake Michigan

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A wooden boardwalk leading through a forested area with a view of the ocean.
A modern kitchen with a large island, bar stools, stainless steel appliances, and wooden flooring.
A log cabin with a deck, outdoor seating, and a grill.
A beach with clear skies, sandy shore, and sparse vegetation.
A cozy living room with a wooden staircase, a grey sectional sofa, a round ottoman, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedroomsSleeps 9111 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

Explore the area

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Mears, MI
  • Place, Cedar Point Park
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Upper Silver Lake
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Silver Lake State Park
    ‪9 min drive‬

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About the area

Mears

On the beach.You'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Cedar Point Park and 2 miles (3 km) of Lake Michigan with a stay here. Silver Lake State Park and Pentwater Lake are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Cedar Point Park - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Upper Silver Lake - 6 min drive - 9.0 km
  • Silver Lake State Park - 9 min drive - 11.2 km
  • S.S. Badger: Lake Michigan Carferry - 31 min drive - 46.7 km
  • Michigan's Adventure - 39 min drive - 71.1 km

Getting around

  • Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 60 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Open Hearth Grille - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Golden Sands Bucket Bar - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Golden Eatery - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Big Hart Brewing Company - ‬18 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.

Silver Lake Retreat - Beach Access + Dunes


Relax at our peaceful wooded retreat in Silver Lake/Mears, just minutes from the dunes, Lake Michigan, and Cedar Point Park. This cozy getaway sleeps 9 and offers private beach access, fast WiFi, and the perfect mix of comfort, privacy, and location for family vacations, dune trips, and quiet escapes.

Our 1,200+ sq ft home in Mears, better known as Silver Lake, is the perfect base for adventure and relaxation. Just minutes from Cedar Point Park, Pentwater River State Game Area, Lake Michigan, and Silver Lake Sand Dunes, you’ll be close to hiking, wildlife, fishing, canoeing, biking, snowmobile trails, wineries, lighthouse views, and unforgettable Lake Michigan sunsets. Charming downtown Pentwater is less than 15 minutes away, and Ludington State Park Beach is an easy drive for a day trip.

Whether you’re here for dune rides, beach days, trail adventures, or quiet evenings in nature, this is a great spot to enjoy the best of West Michigan.

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  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
4.3 out of 5, Excellent, 355 reviews
The price is CA $334
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includes taxes & fees
Jul 2 - Jul 3
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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

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.
  • 5 steps to reach entrance
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: Smoking outside the home is acceptable.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Golf
  • Gym
  • Snow sports gear
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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
  • Security system
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bicycles
  • Electric car charging station
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Unit size: 1,200 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 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:
Start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Lock the doors
Thank you for staying with us! We hope you enjoyed our home and the area. Check-out is at 10 a.m. to allow time for cleaning before our next guest arrives. Thank you!
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Be sure to maintain the home as found.
We do require an official ID for our records. Failure to do so may cause the instant booking to be cancelled.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed
Absolutely NO parties.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking outside the home is acceptable.

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
Note from host: Absolutely NO parties.
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 security system, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. 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. Note from host: Absolutely NO parties. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Our Neck of the Woods in Mears With a Modern Rustic Feel
Our Neck of the Woods in Mears with a Modern Rustic Feel.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Silver Lake Retreat - Beach Access + Dunes to the airport?

This vacation home is 49.8 mi (60-min drive) away from the Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Silver Lake Retreat - Beach Access + Dunes have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Silver Lake Retreat - Beach Access + Dunes to the beach?

This vacation home is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Silver Lake Retreat - Beach Access + Dunes offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Silver Lake Retreat - Beach Access + Dunes?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Silver Lake Retreat - Beach Access + Dunes?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Silver Lake Retreat - Beach Access + Dunes?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Silver Lake Retreat - Beach Access + Dunes have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Silver Lake Retreat - Beach Access + Dunes have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Silver Lake Retreat - Beach Access + Dunes to downtown Mears?

This vacation home is 4 mi away from Mears.

Silver Lake Retreat - Beach Access + Dunes Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 81 out of 83 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 83 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 83 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 83 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 83 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Harlan & Alexa W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Taylor A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We come to the dunes multiple times a year and this was our favorite place to stay so far!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nancy L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a great place to stay. We had an awesome time.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle J.

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

Great stay

It was a great vacation and location
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jenny B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful as always! The perfect family getaway spot.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marti C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyed our stay. Very clean.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was very clean and cozy! The kitchen was very modern. We loved it so much we want to come back again sometime!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shelly

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We greatly enjoyed our stay here over the Memorial Day holiday weekend. Will stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stacy O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a beautiful house and we loved the Silver Lake and Pentwater areas. So many fun things to do and the house had everything we needed and more
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Yadira L.

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

Great place to stay!

Staying here was an amazing experience, it is beautiful house located near fun places to spend time with family or even friends. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shannon B.

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

Everything we needed and super clean!

We really enjoyed our stay at the cabin. We loved the proximity to the beach and enjoyed riding our bikes down each day. The cabin was very clean and had everything we needed. The host was great with communication as well. Definitely recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary S.

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

Summer get away

We enjoyed the home in Mears. Since we only stayed two nights we couldn’t do everything we saw that there is to do in the area, we did have a great time. The home had everything we wanted during our stay. We would definitely come back again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Megan M.

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

Great vacation!

We had an amazing time! The property was in a great location with a lot to do around the area with access to great beaches! The property was so cozy and had everything we needed for our stay. Would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James M.

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

Great Place!

Enjoyed our stay very much. Easy to communicate with owner. Clean, quiet and comfortable. Home had everything we needed for a great stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Luke E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great time staying in “Our Neck of the Woods!” The house was perfect for our family! The beds were really comfortable, the shower is amazing. The layout of the house made it feel much bigger than it was! We enjoyed the out door seating and picnic tables in the evenings. The whole family loved the fire ring! We can’t say enough how much we enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly S.

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

Great time!

We enjoyed our stay here and all the nearby destinations. The house was beautiful and very clean. I would highly recommended staying here and we will definitely be booking again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin G.

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

Beautiful Cabin Near Dunes

Fantastic property that is even better than the pictures show! Nice wooded setting. Close to dunes, beach, etc. Great place to stay!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Robert O.

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

Beautiful and very clean property.

Wonderful weather and VERY CLEAN and beautiful “Our Neck of the Woods ” property set the tone for an excellent vacation. Everything was clean and well maintained and “as stated” in the property description. Our host was very attentive and answered any questions that we had. I would highly recommend this property for a Lake Michigan getaway!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Yolanta N.

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

Awesome property

Super clean, tastefully furnished and decorated cottage!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tonia R.

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

Great place

Perfect get away. Nice short walk to the beach. Stairs to the beach can be difficult for older folks but we had no issues.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ray E.

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

Great stay

3rd time staying here. Love the location for half the family to go to dunes, the other half across the road to lake mi beach. Love the big back deck for morning coffee or afternoon cocktail and reading. Love the firepit and walking around neighborhood.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lauren S.

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

Great family getaway

We had such a great time staying at this cottage. It is beautifully decorated and completely updated with everything we could've possibly needed. Its on a very quiet road and so close to a beautiful beach that is just a minute down the road. We had such a good time and will definitely be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dawn E.

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

Would recommend!

Property and house were close to dunes, updated and super clean!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diane F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
very nice house, very updated. you do have to drive to things but no more than 15 minutes Owner great to work with only thing I would change is master bedroom mattress
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl P.

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

Lovely Place

Property was in a great location. Loved going to nearby local beach. House was lovely. Although main bed could use a new mattress. We enjoyed our stay immensely.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022