Title: Beside Quiet Waters S 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 # Beside Quiet Waters S Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and balcony ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33700000/33691800/33691752/bcc85b01.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33700000/33691800/33691752/76c04b26.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33700000/33691800/33691752/132c1f7e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33700000/33691800/33691752/259b2645.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![6 bedrooms, WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33700000/33691800/33691752/ed42e4c6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location BESIDE QUIET WATERS offers a serene lakeside escape on beautiful Lake Bellaire, perfect for family gatherings and relaxation. This spacious home features a huge outdoor deck, firepit for evening S'mores, and a great room with stone hearth fireplace overlooking the lake. Enjoy swimming, fishing, boating or tubing on Lake Bellaire or explore the nearby nature preserve. 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire home 6 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 14 ## Popular amenities - - Dryer - Parking available - Washer - Fireplace - Barbecue grill ## 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. ### Beside Quiet Waters S Summary: Northern Michigan lakeside vacations don't get any better than this!  BESIDE QUIET WATERS offers 200 feet of lakefront on beautiful Lake Bellaire, part of the Lower Chain of Lakes in Antrim County Northern Michigan.  Lake Bellaire is part of 60 miles of navigable waterway (including Torch Lake). Lake Bellaire is great for swimming, fishing, boating, tubing and more. Home and Garage Apartment together sleep 14 people comfortably! The Space: This fine home has a huge outdoor, lakeside deck for relaxing family fun. There is also a firepit for evening S’mores and fireside memories.  Your family gathering place is the great room inside this home featuring a stone hearth fireplace and a two-story vaulted ceiling with 20-foot windows that overlook Lake Bellaire. This home offers 6 comfortable bedrooms, which includes a separate summertime only apartment, and 3 1/2 baths.  This home will accommodate larger families. It sleeps up to 14 people.  The rec room in the home has a temperature-controlled lap pool and a ping pong table for more family fun. The self-contained summer apartment (over the garage) offers two sleeping areas, a full bath and kitchen area. This home sits on the southern end of Lake Bellaire adjacent to a nature preserve and offers plenty of privacy at the end of a quiet lane. There is a 100-foot dock that you can tie your boat to.  Bring your boat or rent one at a local marina and enjoy all that the Lower Chain of Lakes has to offer.  The Lower Chain of Lakes consists of Lake Bellaire, Grass River, Clam Lake, Clam River, Torch Lake, Torch River, Lake Skegemog, and Elk Lake providing 61 miles of waterways to enjoy. The lower chain of lakes are boat accessible from your BESIDE QUIET WATERS lake house rental. Guest Access: Guests will have full access to the property, home and garage apartment and private beach access. The Neighborhood: If you would like to take some time to explore the area, Alden, Bellaire and Elk Rapids offer unique shops and great dining options. There are fruit orchards for picking a variety of fruits in season, a cutting flower garden located in Alden, and multiple world class golf courses in Bellaire and the surrounding areas.  If you enjoy wines, the area has an abundance of wineries and tasting rooms to visit. The closest winery, Torch Lake Cellars, is just a couple of miles from your door. If wine is not your first choice, the area also has many craft breweries including award-winning Short's Brewery in both Bellaire and Elk Rapids. Mammoth Distillery is also located in Bellaire. Getting Around: Want to venture out a little further? Check out the Sleeping Bear Dunes in Empire or head north to Mackinaw City. There, you can cross the bridge and explore some of the upper peninsula or take a ferry over to Mackinac Island and enjoy the peaceful island where no cars are allowed. Rent a bike, or take a horse-drawn carriage around the 8-mile perimeter of the island, while enjoying beautiful lake vistas. Fort Mackinac on Mackinac Island is rich in Michigan history. Empire and Mackinaw City are just over an hour's drive in different directions.  Whatever your pleasure, this home is a great place to stay and be able to enjoy all that northern Michigan has to offer. Other Things to Note: Additional Amenities include: a 65” TV (for streaming channels only), high speed internet, landline phone, heat and AC, TWO refrigerators in the main house to fill with your food and drinks. The kitchen is equipped with dinnerware, drinkware, and flatware for up to 14 people. Linens and towels are provided in the home for your use during your stay. There is a washer and dryer in the home.  This home has mini split air conditioners in each bedroom and living area so guests can control their comfort. The only thing this home is missing is you, and the only thing this property overlooks is Lake Bellaire! \*Weekly rentals Saturday to Saturday during June, July and August. Shorter 3-day rentals may be available during May, September and October. Just ask!\* We require the primary contracted renter to be at least 25 years old. NO SMOKING NO PETS, No fireworks, no firearms, no parties, no pets! Interaction with Guests: Check in is required at our office only a few miles away from the property. If anything is needed during your stay, we are only a phone call away! ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 6 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 3.5 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Service animals only (pets not allowed) ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Location highlights - On a lake - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Hiking/biking trails 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 - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![On the beach, sun-loungers, beach towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30050000/30045700/30045608/d74389ff.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Sunsets,140' on Torch Lk,Lg Dock,Hot Tub,Tennis/Pickle Crt,Kayaks,Play/swing set Bellaire - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 9.4 Exceptional 16 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-19&endDate=2025-10-20&selected=30045608&PinnedHotelID=30045608&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99920000/99919700/99919615/fb7a3471.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Waterfront Lakehouse - Completely Remodeled - Watersports + Hot Tub Elk Rapids - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 10 Exceptional 8 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-19&endDate=2025-10-20&selected=99919615&PinnedHotelID=99919615&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/74000000/73150000/73146800/73146766/fe7a4395.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Private Elk Lake Cottage minutes from Elk Rapids Kewadin - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 9.6 Exceptional 34 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-19&endDate=2025-10-20&selected=73146766&PinnedHotelID=73146766&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32040000/32031800/32031752/3cd09c8f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Reflective Fall Color Weekends, 6 BR, 14 beds, 5 baths, Barrel Sauna, sleeps 22 Elk Rapids - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 10 Exceptional 83 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-19&endDate=2025-10-20&selected=32031752&PinnedHotelID=32031752&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19290000/19282600/19282557/039cde69.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Lakefront home Clam Lake. 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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 first aid kit This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that 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 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 Lake Bellaire Private Setting Sleeps 12 Lake Bellaire - Private Setting Sleeps 12 Bellaire Lake Bellaire - Private Setting Sleeps 12 Private vacation home 6823a1ad355df100489786a4 ## About the area Located in Bellaire, this holiday home is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Torch Lake and Glacial Hills Pathway and Natural Area Trailhead, while Twisted Fish Gallery and Guntzviller's Spirit of the Woods Museum are cultural highlights. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails. [Visit our Bellaire travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bellaire.dx78409) [View more Holiday homes in Bellaire](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bellaire-Private-Holiday-Homes.d78409-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.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%7C44.92637%2C-85.21386&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=XtwnyHo9g1kKllp10tD8BTZ-A2c=) Bellaire, MI ### What's nearby - Lake Bellaire - 1 min drive - 0.0 miles - Clam Lake - 2 min drive - 0.9 miles - Short's Brewing Company - 17 min drive - 8.8 miles - Grass River Natural Area - 22 min drive - 12.4 miles - The Legend - 24 min drive - 12.0 miles ### Getting around - Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 63 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬17 min drive - ‪Short's Brewing Company - ‬22 min drive - ‪The Dockside - ‬11 min drive - ‪Shanty Creek Resorts - ‬21 min drive - ‪Toonies Fish & Steakhouse - ‬22 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Beside Quiet Waters S pet-friendly? > No, only service animals are welcome at the property. ### What time is check-in at Beside Quiet Waters S? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Beside Quiet Waters S? > Checkout is at 9:00 AM. ### Where is Beside Quiet Waters S located? > Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Lake Bellaire and Clam Lake. Torch Lake and Clam River are also within 6 miles (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Beside Quiet Waters S Reviews 9.6 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 9.6 Cleanliness ### 9.8 Location 10 - Excellent 17 8 - Good 2 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Denise L. 13 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family fun vacation Would love to plan another trip there....time went to fast...it was amazing..everyone had a great time..thanks again for having us.. ##### Denise L. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Jeff Y. 22 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Sparrows Nest 2024 We had a large family vacation and Sparrows Nest held us all comfortably! We found it very clean and well appointed. The location is beautiful and area super fun. The swim spa was a hit with the kids though a bit more connection to the lake - beach area and/or kayak/paddle board/canoe - would make the stay even better. Thanks! ##### Jeff Y. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kelly C. 17 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful stay Positives- great location, spacious, lots of nature, great deck, waterfront, comfortable beds. Negatives- indoor hot tub very loud when trying to sleep, not easy to dock a boat, not great for swimming very weedy. ##### Kelly C. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nancy L. 30 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Decked out My family of 5, my sister and niece and a couple of boyfriends rounded out our group of 9. We had a wonderful time. The deck was great. We enjoyed the view and the location at the end of the lake. Great space for lawn games. Cool fire pit. Air conditioning units in bedrooms were awesome. We had one minor issue and it was resolved promptly. We were able to secure our jet skis on the dock. We really enjoyed ourselves. ##### Nancy L. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### mark v. 31 Aug 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy Disliked: Check-in #### Sparrows nest stay The property was beautiful... just as advertised. The checkin checkout process was archaic.. and a waste of time. Is it too much to ask that the check in and check out process be managed by electronic keys/locks? ##### mark v. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jackie S. 27 Aug 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Spacious Plenty of room to play volleyball, Bocce ball, Frisbee, hang hammocks and slack lines. The only improvement would be a beach…hint, hint. Love Lake Bellaire. ##### Jackie S. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lisa C. 7 Aug 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Spacious! Great stay! ##### Lisa C. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jennifer K., Decatur 30 Jul 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Lake house! We enjoyed our stay. Plenty of room for two or more families. Very quiet and private. Lake is beautiful with lots of wildlife nearby to enjoy. ##### Jennifer K. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jackie S. 15 Aug 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Very spacious- inside and out. Everything needed and more. ##### Jackie S. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Timothy Y. 11 Aug 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Time Our family had a great time. We enjoyed exploring the chain of lakes. The house was nice, there are some great sunsets from the deck. ##### Timothy Y. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rachael P. 1 Aug 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great house for families! We just loved it! We came here with my daughter husband and my parents to get away from the hustle and bustle of the city. Secluded. Clean. Spacious. ##### Rachael P. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kristin A., Milford, MI 13 Jul 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great location and house We had a great time staying at Sparrows Nest. Beautiful location and really pretty private for it being lakefront. We would definitely rent again. ##### Kristin A. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brian L. 22 Aug 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect getaway Property was everything advertised and more, just wish the fishing had been a bit better. ##### Brian L. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Maggie O. 30 Jul 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### What you look for in a vacation home My family was super pleased with the property and had a great time. ##### Maggie O. Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Joan E. 14 Jul 2019 Liked: Check-in, communication, location #### Beautiful Location The property was absolutely gorgeous!!! The house was ok but it did fulfill our needs. It was very hot, so the house was very warm even with the air conditioner on. Thanks ##### Joan E. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Julie L. 26 Aug 2018 #### Beautiful location and very clean! Our family had a reunion and we went to Lake Bellaire, the lake where several of us spent the summers growing up. Sparrow’s Nest was a wonderful house on beautiful private grounds. We would stay there again! ##### Julie L. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018 ### 8/10 Good #### Elizabeth B., Madison, WI 19 Aug 2018 #### Great place for outdoor living! We stayed at this property for a week with several families and had a great time. Plenty of beds for all of us and a separate apartment over the garage for one of our older couples who liked to be able to go bed a little early. Well stocked kitchen - with small appliances and plenty of kitchen tools. The two refrigerators were really helpful to cut down on the need to go to the grocery store more than once. The real highlight was an amazing multi-level deck with lots of comfortable chairs, perfect for morning coffee and watching sunsets. Beds were very comfortable and while the main living area is not large, it is well laid out with plenty of seating. ##### Elizabeth B. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Marian R. 26 Jul 2018 #### Perfect House The house was perfect for the 10 of us. Granddaughters stayed in the apartment and really liked having their " own" place. Really liked the 2. Refrigerators. Could have used a listing of the TV stations. Only criticism were the fact that several beds did not have top sheets on the them. Think we used every aspect of the place...loved the large deck....think the edge of the steps should be painted yellow as they blend with all the wood and I almost missteped and came close to falling. Hopefully the house was left in a clean condition. Housekeeping was still there when we arrived so we had to wait almost an hour to get in. Would recommend the house highly! MJB ##### Marian R. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Joan B. 13 Jun 2018 #### The home and surrounding property is very clean and well maintained. The home and surrounding property is very clean and well maintained. ##### Joan B. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2018