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Cabin on Silver Lake Channel. Opening again in May 2025.

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fire pit on road side. Another on the water side.
2018 new couch love seat and flooring.
September 2018 . A annual guest requested a new couch. He got it.
32 inch smart TV . new 2018.
The windows offer real life viewing.
Photo 2018 from taken from deck

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedroomsSleeps 6720 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Mears, MI
  • Silver Lake State Park
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Craig's Cruisers Family Fun Center
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Little Sable Point Lighthouse
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Ludington, MI (LDM)
    ‪39 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Cabin on Silver Lake Channel. Opening again in May 2025.

Silver Lake Road Mears Michigan ~ CLICK "View More"
Located one mile from Lake Michigan and 1/2 mile from Silver Lake.
Spend your days and evenings with a view of waterfront wildlife and hundreds of acres of State forest. The Living area has 2 triple sliders facing the Channel and State forest. Full length deck also facing the water and forest.
Two Bedrooms. One has a Double bed with firm Sealy mattress. Bedroom two has Bunk beds, the lower is a double, the upper a single.
The Living Room has a leather Couch and love seat.
Kitchen features Electric range with oven, 20 Cu Ft Refrigerator, Microwave, Mr Coffee - Coffee Maker, Pots and Pans, Griddle, lcups, plates, silverware, toaster, blender.
Bath is small 3/4 bath with shower. The Water Heater is under the sink and is about 10 gallons allows 5 minute showers.
TV - ROKU 2018 32" 6 local AIR Channels CBS, FOX, METV .plus Hundreds of Channels on ROKU . The desk in the LR has a few board games. Scrabble, cards, checkers, and monopoly. There is a vacuum, brooms, cleaning products. Charcoal Grill.
Wood stove for heat. 2 Fans , The Cottage is in the shade, being 2/3 mile from Lake Michigan , generally, air temperatures are 10 degrees cooler than inland 10 miles. There is a window air conditioner.
Fire pit on roadside plus one by the water. State land across the channel for free firewood or several places in the area sell bundles at $4.
There are 5 Deck chairs, a couple beach chairs under the bunk beds.
14' Sea Nymph "R" Aluminum row boat & oars included with optional 2022 Yamaha 4 HP Outboard. ($90 per stay for the outboard ). Coleman Canoe and paddles included. 3 coast guard approved flotation Seat cushions and 6 life vests (3 are kids sizes) .

Duration of Stay.
July and part of August is the high demand and I rent Friday to Friday. Otherwise I am more flexable. I cannot rent for one night as I do not charge guests for maid service like most VRBO properties do. 4 out of 5 guests leave it like they found it less making the beds. That's my deal.
Check in is normally anytime after1 PM . 11 AM Check Out ,
Previous guests may get discount rates renting direct.
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Before you book, know this over 90% of my guests love and appreciate this humble place. If you are a 5 percenter that seeks out faults and blems, this 1954 cabin may not be not for you. I suggest you pay triple my rate for a larger newer summer home. Thank you for reading.


CANCELLATION POLICY. I offer a better deal than VRBO's website. None of their choices fit my property cancellation policy. If there is a cancellation and I can rent that time, I give 100% refund. If Not we both lose.

Property manager

Steve Danville .
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Pet friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor Space
Water view

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House Rules

Check in after 1:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 20
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
No cats. One non shedding dog okay.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Not inside. and for Petes sake take your Butts.
- Vacationrentals site cancelation policy is inaccurate. My real policy is I refund 100% if I can rent. I re-rent 80% of the time.
In 2018 I had one days notice for a cancelation. The guest and I both lost $550. Lose lose.

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Mears

Located in Mears, this cottage is near theme parks and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Silver Lake State Park. Craig's Cruisers Family Fun Center and Lewis Farm Market & Petting Farm are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Mears, MI

What's nearby

  • Silver Lake State Park - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Craig's Cruisers Family Fun Center - 4 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Little Sable Point Lighthouse - 4 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Upper Silver Lake - 7 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Silver Lake Sand Dunes Area Chamber of Commerce - 16 min drive - 13.3 km

Getting around

  • Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 71 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Frickin' Chicken Shack - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Open Hearth Grille - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Whippy Dip - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Silver Scoops Cafe and Creamery - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Golden Eatery - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cabin on Silver Lake Channel. Opening again in May 2025. pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Cabin on Silver Lake Channel. Opening again in May 2025.?

Check-in begins at 1:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cabin on Silver Lake Channel. Opening again in May 2025.?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Cabin on Silver Lake Channel. Opening again in May 2025. located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is within 1 mi (2 km) of Silver Lake State Park and Lake Michigan. Little Sable Point Lighthouse and The Fox Barn Winery are also within 2 mi (3 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 86 out of 107 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 107 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 107 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 107 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 107 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kareem A.

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

The perfect stay for a silver lake retreat.

The property was clean and cozy, with a wood heater that made you feel some type of way. We had a fantastic time and are so thsnkful for steve. The inclusion of boats made for an unforgettable experience for my partners birthday. We will definitely be returning!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott P.

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

Enjoyful weekend at the dunes.

Was exactly what we were looking for nice place to stay and very close to the dunes. Will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel J.

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

Relaxing fall getaway.

It was very quiet and peaceful, and being right on the channel with the state land across the water made for beautiful scenery.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff B.

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

Silver Lake

The property was very clean and well maintained
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Heather S.

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

Silver Lake Cabin

Rustic cabin on the lake in a peaceful neighborhood. Communicating with the property owner was easy with a quick response. Many things to do in the area and was a nice stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeannie B.

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

Weekend Getaway

Perfect place for a weekend getaway. Location was great. Loved having the boat with a motor to get to Silver lake.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jerry V.

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

freedom

old but served us just right
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Krane B.

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

Nice little spot on the creek, rode side by sides by day, caught catfish by night!

a comfy and cozy spot on the creek, the kids had a good time and the price was perfect!!!! Had a great time fishing and bird watching with our drone with the kids. We will be back again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anony M.

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

Loved it!

Leaving a 5+ review. The place is a perfect getaway! Loved the canal in front of the cabin. The canoe was perfect for the canal. Definitely need a boat with motor to go to Silver Lake. Absolutely the best beaches on Silver Lake and Lake Michigan. So much to do. Worth a stay if you want to have a chill time or do stuff in town. Close to everything.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jay S.

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

Easy and all we needed

The 14' boat was a bonus and fun to take to the dune on Silver Lake for the day. It's an easy spot for the people going to Lake Michigan as well as the ones going to Silver Lake or the sand dunes. Good old fishing cabin. It was perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Cory B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

4/10 Poor

Christina B.

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

Eh....

We chose this property based on its positive reviews, location, & access to a boat to Silver Lake. However, upon arrival, we found the place to be very dirty, & I had to do some cleaning myself to feel somewhat comfortable. The first thing we noticed was the strong mildew/mold smell, which caused my son's eczema to flare up. The place was full of cobwebs and spiders, the carpet was dirty, floors were not cleaned, etc. We were very disappointed. Additionally, there were no actual doors in the bedrooms, only curtains & a curtain rod, which made it difficult to put our infant down for naps & bedtime. We were not aware of that, as it was not apparent in the listing or the photos. The location was great. Using the boat was nice, despite a few issues. When we first tried to take the boat out, the brackets holding the oars came undone, and we had to make a trip to a hardware store to fix it. We also had trouble with the motor & it seemed that it wasn't gassed up and ready for us as we expected. I was thankful my husband brought the extra gas with us. Although the host, Steve, was friendly & communicated well before our trip, we were overall dissatisfied with the property. The location was lovely, but the cleanliness of the house left a lot to be desired. We wouldn't choose to stay at this property again. Note: We refrained from notifying Steve of our grievances as we apprehended that the situation would not be rectified.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

4/10 Poor

John M.

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

Keep your expectations low

This is a very old cabin that has been cobbled together and needs a LOT of attention. There is no way this property should be rated more than 3 stars. Honestly, we have never rented a property this poorly maintained. There were cobwebs everywhere, one of the sliding glass doors didn’t have a handle so it was inoperable, there is no central heat and only one bedroom had a window air conditioner plugged into an extension cord. You can’t use a blow dryer in the bathroom without tripping the circuit breaker.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jamie N.

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

Great place to stay

Had a great time at my weekend home away from home.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Dan G.

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

silver lake cabin

good location
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Haileigh K.

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

All around BEAUTIFUL

Steve was amazing, everything was accurately described and did not disappoint! The location is PERFECT, people in the community were so refreshingly nice and welcoming.. the property itself was 5 minutes from the beach and you can tell some amazing memories have been made there! Would 100% recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jenny L.

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

This was a perfect paradise!

My husband and I stayed here for a long weekend and were in love with the location and place. It was a great escape. :)
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynn C.

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

Great for a fetawya

Husband and I wanted to get away for the weekend. This cottage was perfect! Since our stay was out of season for the dunes, it was very quiet and just what we needed! Steve was great to communicate with!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

danielle l.

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

Good times

Convenient location to town and the dunes!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Miranda S.

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

little adventure trip :)

cabin is clean and homey :) host is on it with communication. also left journals of other guests who have stayed there the last 30 years so that’s neat :) definitely pay the extra charge for the boat. it’s so fun. and don’t be apprehensive , steve will help you out if you’re unsure on how to get the boat going. lots of wildlife across the water just from the deck. we will be going back :) short 3 minute drive to lake michigan with public beach. also saw a trail between the rental and the public beach where you can head to the dunes. we stayed in october, so not much open for the season but can grab stuff in Hart. also in october, zero boats on silver lake except us :) so fun!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Georgina H.

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

Ms Harvey

It was nice but the mildew smell was a bit overwhelming otherwise it was nice
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pollack M.

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

Wonderful stay in Silver Lake

Steve’s property was just as described, it’s perfectly located near everything but still gives you a lovely quiet space to unwind in. The use of the rowboat was wonderful to take over to the dunes to spend the day.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daniel R., Bad Homburg, Germany

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

Fun at the creek

We spent a week at Steve's house and had a great time. It's in a perfect location right on the creek connecting Silver Lake to Lake Michigan. We had great fun taking the two boats out onto the creek and paddling up to Silver Lake to visit the dunes. If you can, take the more powerful Honda motor that Steve offers. Unfortunately it was being repaired while we visited, so we had the weaker Tohatsu. It works fine, and it will get you where you want to go, we even managed a tour right around Silver Lake with it, but it's not the fastest way to travel and the Honda would be more fun. The house itself is more on the rustic side, just as the pictures show, but it has everything you need (including good wifi) and is perfectly comfortable. We loved sitting on the deck and watching the wildlife, especially the kingfishers diving down to catch fish over and over. A great restaurant to visit is the newly opened (in 2023) Farmhouse Kitchen & Market, just 10 minutes drive to the south. We had great food and friendly service there at a reasonable price and went a couple of times. Finally, Steve was a pleasure to deal with and made the booking and check-in/check-out very straightforward. We would happily stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kevin M.

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

Nice little cottage with easy boat access to the dunes

This worked out great for us. We didn’t need a lot of space with just a family of five. Being able to easily use our kayaks and/or inflatable boat to get to the dunes right from the property was nice. Even easier with the included usage of the 14’ aluminum boat (nominal add-on fee for the motor). It is a bit rustic with just a single tiny bathroom and the only A/C being a window unit in one room. But that worked out just fine for us. Like the description says, being right on the water and completely shaded keeps it cooler than you might expect. For times when the weather doesn’t cooperate, the TV / wifi service worked great.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sherry W.

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

Quick get away

Last minute get away with my dogs -- got lucky there were a couple days open in July -- just wanted to relax and have access to the main downtown area and the dunes and beaches...this little place is perfect for relaxing and feeling safe...the owner is easy to contact for any concerns.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Steve Danville .

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Born and Raised in Shelby MI 15 minutes from Silver Lake.
Graduated GVSU 1978. Licensed Realtor and property manager since 1978. Married 41 years, now Im not. Two daughters and grandchildren.

Why they chose this property

I grew up in Oceana County. As soon as we turned 16 and could drive, Silver Lake was the place to go in the Summer. I noted most cottage owners were 40-70+ years old; Not wanting to wait, I bought my cottage asap in 1977 when in college. Lots on Silver Lake Water Front were and still are cost prohibitive for me, however on the silver lake channel I could afford water front and have access to Silver Lake via boat.. My kids have fond memories of the summers at this cottage as well and many of their friends.
I appreciate my guests that help pay the property insurance, taxes, maintenance, and utilities by renting the cottage.

What makes this property unique

The Silver Lake Sand Dunes are one of a kind. The channel in front of my cottage offers the option of taking the boat or canoe to a County park with 2 tables on the channel for a change from the popular Silver Lake, paddle a little more will take you to the dam. End of the trail for boaters. Kids or Adults alike will remember the little boat trips for a life time. One family told me the kids spent the whole week in the canoe.

Languages:

English

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