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Main Side of Bear River House - Deeply Discounted for longer stays

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A fire pit with two Adirondack chairs around it. - Main Side of Bear River House - Deeply Discounted for longer stays (Petoskey)
A kitchen with a window, a sink, and cabinets. - Main Side of Bear River House - Deeply Discounted for longer stays (Petoskey)
A living room with a sofa, a coffee table with books, a TV, and a patterned rug. - Main Side of Bear River House - Deeply Discounted for longer stays (Petoskey)
A bedroom with two beds, a window, and a nightstand. - Main Side of Bear River House - Deeply Discounted for longer stays (Petoskey)
A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a granite countertop. - Main Side of Bear River House - Deeply Discounted for longer stays (Petoskey)
Consider a stay at Main Side of Bear River House - Deeply Discounted for longer stays and take advantage of a firepit, a garden and a playground. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as laundry facilities.

Reviews

6.4 out of 10

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 71000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

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About this property

Main Side of Bear River House - Deeply Discounted for longer stays

  • The Bear River House is a century old farm house that has been completely renovated in 2022. The Bear River House is divided into two sides: The Main House and The Honey Suite. Both are separate and private, or for larger groups, both sides can be booked. This is The Main House. It is just south of Downtown Petoskey near Shopping, Restaurants, the Casino, Petoskey Snowmobile Club, North Country Trail, Petoskey Youth Soccer Association, River Road Sports Complex, Bear River Canoe Livery, Skiing, North Central Michigan College,. Hospital, and Little Travers Bay.

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing 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
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,000 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 5:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

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

Rules

All guest from read and agree to all House Rules prior to booking, found under Rental Agreement.
No smoking of any substances inside or outside of house. This is not the right property for smokers.
No pets or emotional support animals. Property strives to be allergen free.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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

About the area

Petoskey is home to this holiday home. Oden State Fish Hatchery Visitor Center and Andrew J. Blackbird Museum are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Boyne Mountain and Mackinaw Trail Winery. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the sledging and snowmobiling. Visit our Petoskey travel guide
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Petoskey, MI

What's nearby

  • A cable car system with passengers, set against a backdrop of autumn-colored trees.
    Boyne Mountain
    19 min drive - 17.7 miles
  • A road curving through a forested area with a sign indicating Route 119 North.
    Tunnel of Trees
    24 min drive - 18.1 miles
  • Bear River
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Odawa Casino
    5 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Nub's Nob Ski Area
    20 min drive - 14.4 miles

Getting around

  • Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional)
    34 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    5 min drive
  • Starbucks
    4 min drive
  • Panera
    5 min drive
  • Stiggs BBQ Wagon
    4 min drive
  • The Back Lot
    5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Main Side of Bear River House - Deeply Discounted for longer stays pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Main Side of Bear River House - Deeply Discounted for longer stays?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Main Side of Bear River House - Deeply Discounted for longer stays?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Main Side of Bear River House - Deeply Discounted for longer stays?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Main Side of Bear River House - Deeply Discounted for longer stays located?

Situated in Petoskey, this holiday home is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Bear River and 2.5 mi (3.9 km) from Lake Michigan. Bear River Valley Recreation Area and Odawa Casino are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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Reviews

Main Side of Bear River House - Deeply Discounted for longer stays Reviews

6.4

8.0

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

8.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 9 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 9 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 9 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 9 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The Bear House

The old farmhouse has been renovated with a cute bear theme. It’s location is convenient for trips to the beaches, trails and nice local towns. The only downside was the ventilation, with no A/C. Otherwise, nice dining area with games for families indoors and out, nice open kitchen and laundry room.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Good stay place was clean and was very close to the soccer fields where my son had his tournament.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was very clean.Would have liked air conditioning in the whole house, not just the bedrooms.But slept well and location was very close to town.- Mark M.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Disliked: Communication
The house wascute and clean. We all had concerns about the stairs to the bedrooms. There was no handrail and the railing stopped short of being safe
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Definitely a clean house. Host communicated well. My coworkers that I traveled with enjoyed the property. Not far at all From activities/food. And for the price, not a bad spot. The only thing holding it back from a five star review, is the explanation more clear about sharing the entire building. Photos do seem to give extra volume to certain sections of the house. But not necessarily a bad thing just took us by surprise. We were traveling for work so really gave us a place to make our meals comfortably. And gave us a place to hang out at the end of our day. And again for the price, not too uncomfortable for sleep.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Location
Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy

Hot

There is no a.c units of any kind in this house. The temperature reached up to 98 degress with only 2 old box fans to keep the whole house cool. This house is not worth the money they are charging unless its in the winter time.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Cleanliness, location
Disliked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Not what i expected.

The owner messaged me about three days before arriving, saying it might be delayed because of a busy cleaning schedule. We arrived about an hour and 40 minutes late and still hadn't gotten into the house. At that time, she told me it would be available no later than 7 (three hours after check-in). At 6:50, I asked about getting into the house. She didn't respond until after 7 and said it wasn't going to be ready for 30 more minutes. This wasn't the start to the vacation I wanted. Once we got in, the place was hot. They had two small AC units that helped with the heat but didn't cool the whole house. The plumbing was so bad we couldn't flush the downstairs bathroom toilet. The coffee bar that they talked about had coffee and half-and-half that was bad. The location wasn't bad, and that was a really good thing for us. We will never stay again nor recommend it for anyone.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Liked: Communication, location
Disliked: Check-in, listing accuracy
Our family stayed at this property over Thanksgiving. While the home appeared clean on arrival, we immediately discovered a significant bug infestation, especially in the second bedroom where our children were supposed to sleep. Pest control was sent out the next day, but we were unable to use the home during treatment, and no cleaner was sent afterward to remove the dead bugs left behind.Throughout the stay, we also experienced ongoing utility and maintenance issues. The water repeatedly went out due to breakers flipping, even when very little was being used in the home. The upstairs bathroom was only usable as a half bath because the shower rod would not stay in place. The downstairs toilet frequently gurgled and splattered despite not being in use, which created additional sanitation concerns.The final issue was the presence of rodents. The host provided mouse traps as the solution, but the problem continued. At that point, we felt the home was no longer suitable for our family, and we ultimately had to leave and stay in a hotel for the remainder of our trip. This resulted in unexpected expenses, including replacing over 500 worth of food and paying for hotel and dining costs.The host offered only one night’s refund despite the property being unusable for multiple days. I’m sharing this review so future guests are aware of the issues we experienced. I hope the host is able to address these concerns for future stays.
Stayed 29 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024