Title: ForestRetreat Top1% in Ratings Close to Crystal Mtn Newly available Winter 2025! Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - 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) # ForestRetreat Top1% in Ratings Close to Crystal Mtn Newly available Winter 2025! Northern Michigan's forest retreat offers peaceful seclusion among state forestlands with natural comfort that makes travelers feel instantly at home ## Photo gallery for ForestRetreat Top1% in Ratings Close to Crystal Mtn Newly available Winter 2025! ![Exterior - ForestRetreat Top1% in Ratings Close to Crystal Mtn Newly available Winter 2025! (Bear Lake)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83780000/83772200/83772143/513ba2b0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - ForestRetreat Top1% in Ratings Close to Crystal Mtn Newly available Winter 2025! (Bear Lake)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83780000/83772200/83772143/w527h683x257y0-054d0526.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - ForestRetreat Top1% in Ratings Close to Crystal Mtn Newly available Winter 2025! (Bear Lake)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83780000/83772200/83772143/6932963c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets - ForestRetreat Top1% in Ratings Close to Crystal Mtn Newly available Winter 2025! (Bear Lake)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83780000/83772200/83772143/w905h683x60y0-1071c5b1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Beach - ForestRetreat Top1% in Ratings Close to Crystal Mtn Newly available Winter 2025! (Bear Lake)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83780000/83772200/83772143/w506h683x259y0-505dc320.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Bakery Lane Cottage in Northern Michigan's woods features a living roof and clay plaster walls. Enjoy the forest, visit Crystal Mountain Resort, explore Lake Michigan's coastline, or gather around the campfire. This top-rated getaway consistently earns exceptional reviews. ## Popular amenities - Free Wi-Fi - Parking available - Laundry room - Kitchen ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Jan 28 - Jan 29](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-28&endDate=2026-01-29&selected=83772143&PinnedHotelID=83772143&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-28&endDate=2026-01-29&selected=83772143&PinnedHotelID=83772143&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Jan 29 - Jan 30](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-29&endDate=2026-01-30&selected=83772143&PinnedHotelID=83772143&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-29&endDate=2026-01-30&selected=83772143&PinnedHotelID=83772143&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Jan 30 - Feb 1](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-30&endDate=2026-02-01&selected=83772143&PinnedHotelID=83772143&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-30&endDate=2026-02-01&selected=83772143&PinnedHotelID=83772143&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Feb 6 - Feb 8](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-06&endDate=2026-02-08&selected=83772143&PinnedHotelID=83772143&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-06&endDate=2026-02-08&selected=83772143&PinnedHotelID=83772143&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Visit our Bear Lake travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bear-Lake.dx6131211) [View more Guest houses in Bear Lake](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bear-Lake-Guest-Houses.d6131211-aaGuestHouses.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![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%7C44.46110%2C-86.09869&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=dw8p0SZXbuIC8LD8D8SphmyfA48=) Bear Lake, MI ### What's nearby - ![Lake cabins abandoned on coast during winter with frozen lake](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6331735/386be914-2d61-41f4-9067-b7c598d1f4b1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Crystal Mountain 20 min drive \- 12.7 miles - Glovers Lake 12 min drive \- 5.8 miles - Chestnut Hills Golf Course 13 min drive \- 6.0 miles - Misty Acres Preserve 16 min drive \- 10.0 miles - Inspiration Point 20 min drive \- 13.4 miles ### Getting around - Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) 25 min drive ### Restaurants - Chestnut Hills Golf Course 9 min drive - Iron Fish Distillery 21 min drive - Grille 44 6 min drive - Rosie's Place 12 min drive - Lake Side Cafe 8 min drive ## About this property ### ForestRetreat Top1% in Ratings Close to Crystal Mtn Newly available Winter 2025! 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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 Long-term renters welcome Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector 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. 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