Lake frontage, Dune beach sand from deck to water! One of a kind.

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Location
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3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81800 sq ft

Popular amenities

Parking available
Dryer
Fireplace
Washer
Kitchen
Barbecue grill

Explore the area

Mears, MI

Silver Lake State Park
‪1 min walk‬
Upper Silver Lake
‪19 min walk‬
Craig's Cruisers Family Fun Center
‪4 min drive‬
Ludington, MI (LDM)
‪37 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bunk Bedroom

1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Single Bed

Futon/Living Room

1 Double Futon

King Bedroom1

1 King Bed

King Bedroom2

1 King Bed and 1 Crib

2 bathrooms

First Floor Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Second Floor Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Separate dining area

Outdoor play area

Dining area

About this property

A truly one of a kind Silver Lake vacation rental. Walk out onto the dune sand beach with over 80' of lake frontage and no road to cross to get there! Whether you are seeking rest and relaxation or activities and adventure, our home offers all that you are looking for and more! Our 1,800 square foot home, built in 2002, offers open concept living/dining/kitchen area with 3 bedrooms and 2 full baths, and has been meticulously maintained. Over 80’ of lake frontage awaits you! Enjoy a glass of wine from our spacious Trex deck while watching the sunset, or take in the sunrise at the lake's edge with a cup of coffee. Take one of our kayaks on a 3 min. ride over to the sand dunes and layout on a private beach. Cast a line off the end of our private dock and catch walleye, bass, northern pike, blue gill, and black crappie. Silver lake is renowned for its clear water, sandy bottom, and 2,000 acre sand dunes, which are conveniently located right next to our home. We have all the comforts and conveniences of home as our house is equipped with a brand new dishwasher, washer/dryer, dock and bath towels.

Property manager

Matthew Fowler

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Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Pack n play, high chair, and kid friendly dishes

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

No food down the sink drain, no garbage disposal Put all outdoor chairs/kayaks/grill back when you leave Pile all linen in laundry room when you leave

Important information

You need to know

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

Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 9

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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Mears

Located in Mears, this holiday home is on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Silver Lake State Park and Lake Michigan. Travelling with kids? Consider Craig's Cruisers Family Fun Center and Lewis Farm Market & Petting Farm. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and mountain biking nearby.

Mears, MI

What's nearby

Silver Lake State Park - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
Upper Silver Lake - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
Craig's Cruisers Family Fun Center - 4 min drive - 2.0 km
Little Sable Point Lighthouse - 12 min drive - 7.0 km
Silver Lake Sand Dunes Area Chamber of Commerce - 15 min drive - 11.5 km

Getting around

Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 68 min drive

Restaurants

‪McDonald's - ‬15 min drive
‪Frickin' Chicken Shack - ‬5 min drive
‪Open Hearth Grille - ‬12 min drive
‪Whippy Dip - ‬7 min drive
‪Silver Scoops Cafe and Creamery - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lake frontage, Dune beach sand from deck to water! One of a kind. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Lake frontage, Dune beach sand from deck to water! One of a kind.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lake frontage, Dune beach sand from deck to water! One of a kind.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Lake frontage, Dune beach sand from deck to water! One of a kind. located?

Nestled on the beach, this Mears holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Silver Lake State Park, Upper Silver Lake and Craig's Cruisers Family Fun Center. Golden Sands Golf Course is 3 mi (4.9 km) away.

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Brad B.

16 Jun, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Location!

Best location on Silver Lake!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

karen s.

12 Aug, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Week.

Great place to stay.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lara M.

2 Aug, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Love this place

One of the best places on silver lake, we hope to return every year!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erik M.

16 Jul, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Family Vacation Spot!

Family had a great experience at this property. The house was clean and comfortable, and host was quick to respond to any questions. The outdoor space was excellent with a big deck, sandy beach, waterfront, and dock along with a closet full of sand toys. This is our second stay at the property and certainly will not be our last!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Molly L.

9 Sept, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing Rental!

Had the best time at this house! Matt was a fantastic host and very responsive. The house is very clean and in the best location. Everything you need for a perfect beach day is available. Also the pack and play and toys for the kids were amazing.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

karen s.

17 Aug, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fun at Silver Lake

We really enjoy this cottage at Silver Lake. Everything was perfect for our family. VRBO and our host was great. Love the cottage and check in and out was very easy. Hope to stay yearly. Thank you.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael W.

17 Jun, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Dune stay

Great place and great location

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ravi M.

11 Jan, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing Trip

Stayed for 5 days during Christmas at this location, very quiet and peaceful with serene outdoors. Can walk on the beach or explore dunes. The house is well maintained and fully stocked, including things for toddlers . Will return someday.

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mallory C.

31 Jul, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

GREAT BEACH VACATION

My family and I stayed here for a week this summer and it was wonderful. The house was clean, and FULLY stocked with everything you could need. Just like you can see in the pictures the sand was very clean and the water at the dock was perfect for little kids to play in. Zero seaweed. With the house so close to the dunes you can walk to them by the water in less than a minute. We had the best time staying here. You can also get to the beach at Lake Michigan in less than 10 minutes. It was by far our best trip to Silver Lake because of this house.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ken O.

27 Jul, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing

Never ran out of things to do . Enjoyed being around all the sand . House was very nice and clean .

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lacy S., Pontiac/Rochester Hills

28 Aug, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Life is a beach !!!!

Check out the front yard, nothing but beach,...one can get use to this,....quick I might add. Top notch accommodations, close to the dunes, beach and water, what more do I need to say. Except we will be back for more.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul J.

25 Jun, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing Lake House

The home is amazing. With lakefront access, and close proximity to dune and water sports, this was the perfect house. The owner was extremely helpful and attentive to all our needs. The home is warm and inviting and so easy to “chill” by the lake, play bags in the sand, hang out by the lake, or take a dip off the new dock. Highly recommended by our family, perfectly located next to the dunes with phenomenal neighbors, it is the very best.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly L.

10 Jun, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A Piece Of Paradise

We loved everything about this property. The home was so clean it looked new and it smelled nice. The open floor plan on the main floor with all the windows to look at the lake and dunes was spectacular! The 2 bedrooms upstairs have a great view as well! The private beach with the sand right off the deck all the way to the lake was awesome! Nothing like having your toes in the sand! The house was stocked with everything we needed plus some and the location can't be better! The lake, the dunes, the State Parks, The Chicken Shack, lol, its all right there! We were sad when our week was over and didn't want to leave, but now we are looking forward until we can go back and enjoy it once again.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristy S.

15 Aug, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Scenic Views, Lovely Home

Property is beautiful! Home was clean and nicely furnished. Plenty of outdoor activities such as floats, sand toys, kayaks, bonfire ring, etc. Only real downside is if the surrounding properties are rented out it is busy, with no privacy and parking is very tight (like climbing through the back of the Tahoe to get in the drivers seat tight). We brought 3 larger vehicles and a boat which we cleared with the owner, but the individuals of the other properties expressed annoyance about the boat, which we all decided we definitely would not bring again. Communication with owner was excellent, he was very responsive, helpful, and kind.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne M.

2 Aug, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Duneside Paradise!

This cottage and its location were absolutely perfect for our 3-generation family get away. I have vacationed at Silver Lake since I was a child in the 1960’s, then our children fell in love with it in the 1980’s, now our grandchildren have experienced the wonder of it since 2015. This cottage is by far THE BEST of all the ones I have stayed in. It’s right next to the dunes with a small cove for swimming and kayaking just in front of cottage, there’s a large sandy expanse between deck and water. The cottage was spacious, clean and well designed. Matt was great to do business with, policies were clearly communicated, essentials were all provided. 5 stars!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Charles T.

17 Jun, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Perfect lake view!

Had a great family vacation here. The house is well equipped and most importantly very clean. We cooked in several nights since we had an 11 month old. The pots and pans etc were in excellent condition. The view of the lake can not be beat and can be enjoyed from the living area and kitchen as well as from the large deck. Adirondack chairs (not cheap plastic ones) were comfortable and perfect for enjoying the fire pit. Kayaks were great for enjoying the lake. There were a couple houses that were directly beside and behind us. Had they been filled with people it would have felt a little too close for our taste. There is a 150 foot sand dune a few houses from this property. Overall this is a great place for a lakeside getaway.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen K.

25 Jun, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Vacation on Silver Lake

Fantastic property. It's even better in person! Our family had a wonderful week. The house was impeccably clean and comfortable. Beds were comfortable. Bath towels were fluffly. Plenty of amenities. And all in great shape. Nice pots and pans. Plenty of outdoor items. Great grill and utensils. Can't say enough good things about the accommodations. Host was always timely and offered details when we had a question. With the vast sand in front of us, we did not mind have neighbors close by. They were polite and friendly. We are a family with older children(youngest 17). No one was ever bored. It was so nice to spend quality time together doing simple things like playing corn hole, volleyball, going for walks, dinner around the table, walking right onto the dunes every evening in search of a sunset. We drove to Lake Michigan beach one time only to realize that the beach at the house was all we needed. The sand and water are so clean and there is no need to pack a bag. An evening fire on the beach is so relaxing with comfy Adirondack chairs. I really could go on and on.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lacy S., Pontiac/Rochester Hills

8 Sept, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

The Waterfront

The location was excellent, stupendous, fanominal, nothing like the lake front, open the front door,...water, water, water. Plenty of gear for the water, all kinds of items. We thoroughly enjoyed ourselves, another bonus was the dunes access, right around the corner. A new standard has been set very high, and I have rented a lot of properties at Siler Lake. I didn't want to leave, the wife had to drag me out.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Matt B.

8 Sept, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Matt was an amazing host with an amazing property

This place is incredible and i would recommend it to anyone

Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lara M.

21 Aug, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nothing short of amazing

This house’s location and amenities are what make it the perfect vacation spot. I don’t want to say too much because it already books up so fast and we are definitely coming back.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

karen s.

14 Aug, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Our week by Silver Lake and the dunes.

We had a wonderful time at Silver Lake in our VRBO. The cottage is very nice and well equipped for family fun. It is extremely comfortable . They have thought of everything needed to make the time there very pleasant. Thank you.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

D'Ann S.

7 Aug, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing!

We’ve been to Silver Lake many times and finally booked this house. It was everything we had hoped for and more! The house was clean and comfortable and had everything we needed. Plenty of pillows, fans in bedrooms, fluffy towels, kitchen well equipped, great beach chairs, yard games etc etc. We enjoyed grilling and sitting on the patio eating dinner with the beautiful view. Plenty of room to toss the ball around or play cornhole in the sand. Teens loved sunbathing on the deck and jumping in the water. We had a question while we were there and Matt was able to get back to us right away. We hope to be back again!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Drita D.

23 Jul, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Vacation Home

This place is nothing short of amazing! The house was well equipped with everything we needed! The location is prime for small children and enjoying the beach. We loved that we could walk right over to the dunes as well. We also didn’t mind taking a little walk to town as it was only a mile. We hope to vacation here again in the future!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gary K.

5 Jul, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Property

We had a fantastic time walking the dunes, swimming, and playing games in the backyard. We would definitely book again!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Thory L.

19 Jun, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing vacation

This vacation was one of our most relaxing ones. We were able to have great access to the Dunes, lake and large beach at our back patio. Beds were comfortable and plenty of pillows for the whole family. Child friendly! This house has everything a family needs. Plenty of games for the whole family. The only issue checking in was the neighbor renting beside us. She was rude and demanding that we couldn't park three cars next to each other. No fault of the owners. Parking is clearly marked in the manual on the counter. Silver scoops ice cream and foods is the top spot to go!! Price for rental was much higher than I have ever experienced but I might just do it again.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

About the host

Hosted by Matthew Fowler

We're an active family of 4 who enjoy spending time together outdoors.

Why they chose this property

When we decided to begin searching for a lake house I looked at every home in the lower peninsula Michigan and nothing had what this house has. A beautiful beach on a beautiful lake with a home that has that "Northern Michigan" feel. The fact that the world renown Silver Lake Sand Dunes were a short walk away really sealed the deal.