Title: Beautiful Cottage Overlooking Bear Lake Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Beautiful Cottage Overlooking Bear Lake Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and balcony ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32630000/32626900/32626850/w3839h2560x0y0-17f5c1e7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32630000/32626900/32626850/ed422460.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32630000/32626900/32626850/a18a57de.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32630000/32626900/32626850/1002fda8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32630000/32626900/32626850/w3835h2553x5y5-544c0cf7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Escape to a newly remodeled home just uphill from Bear Lake, where multiple decks and an upper floor kitchenette/bar area await. Unwind by the fire pit with seating or enjoy 3 outdoor decks. With cable TV, WIFI, and Smart TV access included as well as laundry facilities on site. 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10 ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Dryer - Washer - Kitchen - Barbecue grill - Outdoor space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Beautiful Cottage Overlooking Bear Lake Updated Modern Home with Multiple Decks: Property ID#280278 - 4 Bedrooms, 2.5 Bathrooms, Sleeps 10. Sleeping Arrangements: Main floor bedroom - Queen; Main floor bedroom - two Twins; Upper floor bedroom - Queen; Upper floor bedroom - 2 Twins. Additional sleeper sofa available. Everything is new in this fully remodeled home just uphill from Bear Lake!! Only a 3 minute walk to the well-kept public access beach. Ideal location for a family vacation, just a short drive to Lake Michigan beaches, world-class golf, fantastic ski slopes, Traverse City shopping, Sleeping Bear Dunes and so much more! AMENITIES INCLUDE: , laundry, hair dryers, gas grill, fire pit with seating, upper floor kitchenette/bar area, 3 outdoor decks. Cable TV, WIFI, and Smart TV access included. The kitchen is fully stocked for everyday meal prep. Dishes, pots and pans, silverware, glass, etc. and a drip coffee and Keurig coffee maker is available for guest use. Additional kitchen items include dishwasher, 2 crock pots, blender and toaster. Also included: bed linens, bath towels, basic cleaning supplies and soaps (not personal soaps), and a starter set of paper products. LOCATION: Only 16 miles from Manistee, 48 miles to Traverse City, 5 miles to Lake Michigan, 14 Miles to Crystal Mountain, and 40 miles to Sleeping Bear Sand Dunes, this wonderful location offers plenty of options for the whole family! The Boardwalk Vacation Rentals Promise: To our guests, we promise a memorable and stress-free vacation. To deliver on this promise, we are committed to providing: \- Well-appointed and maintained rental properties \- Attentive responses to inquiries \- Exceptionally detailed cleaning \- Clear and proactive communication at appropriate intervals \- Properly stocked amenities \- Access to resources for enhancing the vacation experience If we come up short with any of these, we strongly encourage you to contact us directly and we will make it right Check in time is after 4:00PM and check out time is before 10:00AM. Please note that we are not able to accommodate early arrivals or late departures from May – September. Any request for additional time will depend on availability of the rental and an additional fee may be added to the stay. ARRIVAL: There is no formal check-in procedure. Arrival details are sent prior to your check-in date and will include the exact location of the property, parking and entry information. Guests will have a private, secure entrance and the rental is not shared by owners or other guests. DEPARTURE: We do have a very short checklist we ask renters follow upon departure. It includes making sure the property is left tidy, furniture is in the same place you found it, everything is closed, locked and turned off, and the thermostat is set properly. These items will only take a couple of minutes but help staff immensely. Please know that all rental policies and house rules are strictly enforced. This includes occupancy limits, age requirements, the ‘no parties’ and ‘no smoking’ clauses or any other rule posted online or within the rental. These are often defined by local ordinances, Homeowner’s Associations or other legal requirements and can result in fines or eviction if violated. We do not provide additional refunds for cancellations, late arrivals or early departures except as required in the posted cancellation policy. For safety reasons, there may be external security cameras in use. Please contact us if there are any questions or concerns. ## Property amenities ### Ski - Cross-country skiing nearby ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Cleaning supplies - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Kitchenette - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Soap - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - TV with cable channels ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Gas grill ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In a village - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near the marina - On a lake ### Things to do - Cycling nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Hunting nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Sailing nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby - Water tubing nearby - Wildlife walks 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) - Security system - Fire extinguisher ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31180000/31174500/31174472/6301f2bc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Riverfront Cabin Retreat – Sleeps Up to 18 on the Betsie River Thompsonville - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 9.6 Exceptional 157 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-06&endDate=2025-12-07&selected=31174472&PinnedHotelID=31174472&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88220000/88219300/88219247/ac878ff1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Dog-friendly, lake view home with three season room, fireplace, video projector Arcadia - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi - Air conditioning 7.4 Good 26 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-06&endDate=2025-12-07&selected=88219247&PinnedHotelID=88219247&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103560000/103555000/103554924/99e74aea.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### M-22 Lakefront Property in Onekama with amazing Sunsets!! 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The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 security system 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as Beautiful Cottage Overlooking Bear Lake House Beautiful Cottage Overlooking Beautiful Overlooking Bear Ho Beautiful Overlooking Bear Beautiful Cottage Overlooking Bear Lake Bear Lake Beautiful Cottage Overlooking Bear Lake Private vacation home 280278 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C44.41997%2C-86.16314&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=N7CY92Pv-LNf-bfNj0nh93QOj3o=) Bear Lake, MI #### What's nearby - Wolf River Golf Park - 2 min drive - 1.6 miles - Arcadia Bluffs Golf Course - 12 min drive - 7.6 miles - Little River Casino - 15 min drive - 15.1 miles - Crystal Mountain - 20 min drive - 16.3 miles - Caberfae Peaks Ski & Golf - 56 min drive - 52.2 miles #### Getting around - Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 18 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Chestnut Hills Golf Course - ‬12 min drive - ‪MT Plate Diner - ‬13 min drive - ‪Rosie's Place - ‬5 min drive - ‪Grille 44 - ‬4 min drive - ‪Ketch 22 Food Truck - ‬14 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Beautiful Cottage Overlooking Bear Lake pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at Beautiful Cottage Overlooking Bear Lake? > On-site parking is available at the property. ### What time is check-in at Beautiful Cottage Overlooking Bear Lake? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours. ### What time is check-out at Beautiful Cottage Overlooking Bear Lake? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Beautiful Cottage Overlooking Bear Lake located? > Situated on a lake, this holiday home is 1 mi (1.7 km) from Wolf River Golf Park and within 6 miles (10 km) of Lake Michigan and James Lake. Pierport Beach and Portage Lake are also within 6 miles (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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