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=&selected=83772143&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # ForestRetreat Top1% in Ratings Close to Crystal Mtn Newly available Winter 2025! Guesthouse in Bear Lake ## 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) ![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) ![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) ![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) ![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) - 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. 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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. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ## Frequently asked questions ### Is ForestRetreat Top1% in Ratings Close to Crystal Mtn Newly available Winter 2025! pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at ForestRetreat Top1% in Ratings Close to Crystal Mtn Newly available Winter 2025!? ### What time is check-in at ForestRetreat Top1% in Ratings Close to Crystal Mtn Newly available Winter 2025!? ### What time is check-out at ForestRetreat Top1% in Ratings Close to Crystal Mtn Newly available Winter 2025!? ### Where is ForestRetreat Top1% in Ratings Close to Crystal Mtn Newly available Winter 2025! located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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