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Large family home, perfect for extended family gatherings
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10 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms 3+ bathrooms Sleeps 20 301.9 sq m
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Bellaire, MI
- Schuss Mountain
- Short's Brewing Company4 min drive
- Lake Bellaire7 min drive
- Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)63 min drive
Rooms & beds
5 bedrooms (sleeps 20)
Bedroom 2 lower level
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2 main floor
1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3 main floor
2 Single Bunk Beds
Main bedroom lower level
1 King Bed
Master Bedroom
1 King Bed
Sitting Room/Den on main floor
1 Single Bunk Bed and 2 Double Futons
Sitting room off bedroom 2 in lower level
1 Double Futon
3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom 2 on main floor
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Lower Level Main Bathroom
Toilet · Shower only
Main Floor utility bathroom
Toilet
Master Bathroom
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Office
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Large family home, perfect for extended family gatherings
Relax and enjoy over 3,000 square feet of living space plus almost 1,000 sq. ft. of deck, with dramatic views of the surrounding countryside. It's as close to a mountain view as you can get in Michigan! This home is secluded (almost 1/2 mile off the road) but only 2 miles from downtown Bellaire. It's mere minutes from Short's Brewery, Shanty Creek Resorts, Bellaire Lake and Torch Lake.
The large, open great room is perfect for family gatherings. A second kitchen, living room and dining room downstairs, plus a den off the main living area provide lots of space for privacy, even for multiple families. You'll love the open, airy feel and rustic decor throughout. Lots of knotty pine and hardwood floors.
The expansive deck with several tables and chairs provides plenty of room for outdoor entertaining. A large, stainless steel propane grill is available for grilling.
Enjoy the beauty of the night sky while you gather around the fire pit for conversation and S'mores! We provide the firewood, roasting sticks, and several camp chairs, you bring the food and laughter. And speaking of laughter, you can be as loud as you want, since there are no neighbors to disturb.
Glacial Hills trails are literally right out the back door; no commute required to experience this fabulous trail system.
**IMPORTANT** For winter rental, 4WD or AWD vehicles are REQUIRED to access the house! The driveway is no joke! It's long and steep, but there's a parking area about halfway in where you can park two-wheel-drive vehicles if some of your group aren't cool enough to have SUVs, haha.
Security: Please be aware there is a doorbell camera attached to the garage that has view of the driveway and is motion activated. Feel free to say hello when you arrive and good bye when you leave!
The large, open great room is perfect for family gatherings. A second kitchen, living room and dining room downstairs, plus a den off the main living area provide lots of space for privacy, even for multiple families. You'll love the open, airy feel and rustic decor throughout. Lots of knotty pine and hardwood floors.
The expansive deck with several tables and chairs provides plenty of room for outdoor entertaining. A large, stainless steel propane grill is available for grilling.
Enjoy the beauty of the night sky while you gather around the fire pit for conversation and S'mores! We provide the firewood, roasting sticks, and several camp chairs, you bring the food and laughter. And speaking of laughter, you can be as loud as you want, since there are no neighbors to disturb.
Glacial Hills trails are literally right out the back door; no commute required to experience this fabulous trail system.
**IMPORTANT** For winter rental, 4WD or AWD vehicles are REQUIRED to access the house! The driveway is no joke! It's long and steep, but there's a parking area about halfway in where you can park two-wheel-drive vehicles if some of your group aren't cool enough to have SUVs, haha.
Security: Please be aware there is a doorbell camera attached to the garage that has view of the driveway and is motion activated. Feel free to say hello when you arrive and good bye when you leave!
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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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
Events
Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Extra fee required for events over 20 people.
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs (limit 3 total)
Please, no pets on the furniture.
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
No smoking inside the house.
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, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 40
Note from host: Extra fee required for events over 20 people.
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 that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadlock
We should mention
A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Bellaire
Located in Bellaire, this holiday home is in a rural area and in the mountains. Short's Brewing Company and The Chief Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Torch Lake and Glacial Hills Pathway and Natural Area Trailhead.

Bellaire, MI
What's nearby
- Short's Brewing Company - 4 min drive - 2.2 km
- Lake Bellaire - 7 min drive - 3.7 km
- The Legend - 11 min drive - 7.3 km
- Glacial Hills Pathway and Natural Area Trailhead - 12 min drive - 7.6 km
- Torch Lake - 13 min drive - 9.5 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 6 min drive
- Short's Brewing Company - 6 min drive
- The Dockside - 17 min drive
- Shanty Creek Resorts - 11 min drive
- Toonies Fish & Steakhouse - 6 min drive
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by Bob Felton

Amy and I have been married for 34 years and have two adult children and one grandson. I'm a pastor, and Amy cleans houses for a living (mostly our three short-term rentals.) We enjoy traveling, entertaining, and of course, playing with our grandson! We spend our summers in a fifth-wheel camper on our property.
Why they chose this property
We moved to Bellaire from Grand Rapids 30 years ago. We just love the little village of Bellaire. It's great for outdoor activities, like golfing, skiing, snowshoeing, biking, hiking, swimming, boating, etc, but there are also lots of great places to eat and several recreational opportunities, like the bowling alley/laser maze/arcade, and the movie theater. For its size, there's a ton to do! And if you're into craft beverages, you'll find them in abundance with Short's Brewery, BeeWell Mead and Cider, Torch Lake Cellars, and Mammoth Distilling.
What makes this property unique
We designed this house to take advantage of the amazing views. The driveway isn't for the faint of heart, but it's a small price to pay for the breathtaking sunrises in the morning. It's a true, Up-North home with lots of knotty pine, hardwood floors, and tile. There are no neighbors, except for the abundant wildlife.
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