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Waterfront home on Fife Lake

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A wooden cabin with a balcony, a dock, and beach chairs.
A two-story wooden cabin with a balcony, a staircase, and a sandy ground area with lounge chairs.
A wooden deck with bar stools overlooking a lake, an American flag, and a distant shoreline.
View over Fife Lake
A fire pit with logs, surrounded by outdoor chairs and a wheelbarrow, overlooking a lake.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Top rated beach location
    Discover paradise at this top rated beach location.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Fife Lake
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue
  • Deck or patio

Explore the area

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Fife Lake, MI
  • Place, Fife Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, beach near Fife Lake Area Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, beach near Fife Lake
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪33 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Downstairs

1 Queen Bed

Downstairs

1 Queen Bed

Master

1 King Bed

Upstairs

1 Single Bunk Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Waterfront home on Fife Lake

Welcome to The Lake Cabins Resort! Built in the early 1940s, our resort is steeped in local history and offers a perfect blend of rustic getaway charm and modern amenities.

Please Note: The resort consists of separate rental options: The Lake House and individual log cabins. This listing is specifically for the rental of the waterfront Lake House.

Resort Amenities & Waterfront
The Beach: Enjoy 100 feet of pristine beachfront on the all-sports, 617-acre Fife Lake—voted the best inland lake in Northern Michigan. The water is shallow right off our dock, making it a comfortable spot for kids to swim.

Water Sports: Guests enjoy complimentary use of our kayaks and paddleboards. Boat rentals are also available for experienced boaters if you'd like to cruise the lake to spot local eagles and loon nests.

Seasonal Note: The beach area closes the last weekend in September, and docks are removed for the winter.

Accommodations
The Lake House: A spacious 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom home featuring full kitchens on both the upstairs and downstairs levels. Perfect for larger gatherings, accommodating up to 12 guests maximum.

The Log Cabins: Fully restored authentic log cabins featuring updated, modern kitchens and premium upgrades—ideal for couples or smaller families looking for a cozy retreat. Each individual cabin is available to rent.

The Location
Fife Lake sits right in the center of Northern Michigan’s best outdoor recreation. We are located just a short drive from Traverse City, Kalkaska, and Cadillac, with the Boardman River running to our north and the Manistee River to our south. Whether you are looking for hiking, biking, boating, or world-class fishing, you are right in the heart of it all.

Come relax, soak up some sun on our beach, and make your own memories at a historic Michigan resort!

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
Contact owners for information
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1333302vb
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
Note from host: Contact owners for information
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 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

About the area

Fife Lake

Located in Fife Lake, this holiday home is on the beach. Travellers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Fife Lake Area Historical Museum, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore South Boardman Preserve and South Branch Nature Preserve. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing, kayaking and waterskiing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking.
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Map
Fife Lake, MI

What's nearby

  • Fife Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • beach near Fife Lake Area Park - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Lakeside Park - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • beach near Fife Lake - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Fife Lake Area Historical Museum - 17 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Yankee Boy - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Upper Bar and Grill - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Fife Lake Inn - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪The Loon's Nest - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪The Lone Pine Family Restaurant - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Waterfront home on Fife Lake pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Waterfront home on Fife Lake?

As of 31 July 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Waterfront home on Fife Lake on 1 September 2026 start from NZ$3,118, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Waterfront home on Fife Lake?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Waterfront home on Fife Lake?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Waterfront home on Fife Lake?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Waterfront home on Fife Lake located?

Nestled on the beach, this Fife Lake holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Fife Lake and Fife Lake Area Park. Lakeside Park and Fife Lake Area Historical Museum are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 59 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Private beach, nice amenities, excellent host
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Courtney F.

Good stay. AC was great!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chelsea S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Love this property and this lake. Kids swam about 12 hours a day, rented the pontoon available and spent the day on the water, close to tourist options for day trips but plenty to do on the property.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan S.

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

Beautiful place and relaxing

The place is beautiful, relaxing and my family had fun. Thank you!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lucetta G.

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

Summer getaway

Fife lake is a family friendly area with the lake small and shallow enough to be great for kids. The guest house was large enough to sleep everyone in the family making it a great experience!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary Kate H.

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

Fife lake fun

beautiful property, excellent view of the la
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S.

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

Bachelorette Party

The cabin was in a great location with a beautiful view, The house was very spacious and had everything that we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deborah N.

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

2023 Nelson family mi vacation

A great house for a lake side vacation, we enjoyed paddle boarding and kayaking everyday. Another great family vacation in the books . 💙
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Keith B.

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

Fife Lake

The lake area is absolutely stunning. The water is crystal clear.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bill C.

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

Stress Free Vacation

We took a few days with just our family before our oldest son headed off to college. We could not have asked for a more enjoyable and relaxing few days to spend together. The house was very clean and the owners are wonderful!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Amazing owner

Beautiful lake house on the water. Jeff the owner was amazing in making this short vacation weekend everything we wanted!!! I would highly recommend staying at the house!!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brett L.

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

Great spot, beautiful and peaceful with amazing lake views

We stayed in the lake house which is 4 bedroom 2 bath with 6 adults and 5 kids. Very comfortable stay with two pull out couches on each floor plus one room had a bunk bed. Great patio area to sit out with a drink at sunset with a beach area below and a firepit for marshmellows. We really had a grear time and our hosts were really wonderful. Plus a great location within 30 minutes of a lot of sites and Traverse City.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Yorley V.

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

Gorgeous place!

My family group first time in Fife lake and it couldn't be better. We had a great time in the main house which was perfect for our 12 people group. The house has amazing views of the lake and it is comfortable and well equipped. We did kayaking and paddle boarding. Jeff was a great host!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Barb F.

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

Nice home overlooking a beautiful lake

We rented a cabin and the lake house for our extended family. The view and the lake were wonderful. The host was very helpful and responsive, staying right in the property in one of the cabins. The ductless air conditioning worked great. Very quiet, but very efficient. Plenty to do on the lake, but quite far from “tourist” towns for exploring. The cabin was very basic, but provided the extra beds and toilet we needed.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 20 July 2023
Thanks Barbara! For future guest, here are some tourist areas and the time it takes to get there from Fife Lake, Michigan Traverse City-30 ish Sleeping Bear Dunes- 1 hour ish Leelanau Fish Town-1 hour ish Petoskey- 1 hour ish Wineries- 40 minutes ish Turtle Creek Casino 20 minutes Torch Lake- 39 minutes
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan C.

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

We will be back!!

This was my second time at this property! We had a rather large group, but the space provided was perfect. Leading up to our stay all of our questions were answered in a timely fashion. My older children had areived before me and they were greeted and treated so well before we got there ourselves. There were a few small hiccups, but they were addressed and fixed w/o any hesitation. And that left us to be able to enjoy our trip. We had an absolute blast!! We are already booked for next year!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Jane S.

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

Family Vacation

We were very pleased with the location and amenities of the property. My suggestions for improving are to clean up the grounds by pulling/ spraying weeds and use a blower on the steps to the beach. Upgrade the furniture in living rooms... those futons are not very comfortable for TV watching. Paint the heater in upstairs bathroom and also the vanity. We enjoyed our stay and appreciate being there to enjoy the beautiful lake.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Irma M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an amazing week, having a private beach area was perfect!! Host responded quickly, very friendly and helpful. Cute town to visit with ice cream, public beach and park within walking distance.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Rick M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

family time

The lake was very relaxing and peaceful. Our granddaughters enjoyed fishing with grandpa and dad. We enjoyed boating and enjoyed the pontoon as well. Weather was good for the most part. On days we couldn't be outside we enjoyed baking and playing games. We had a great time creating memories with our family. The week went way to fast. The owners were great. Thanks for pointing us to the eagle nest !
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark N.

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

A very nice experience!

House was clean. Owners very friendly and accommodating. Plenty to do! Great for larger families!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachel B.

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

Family Reunion

Jeff and Beckey's property was perfect for our family reunion. We rented the house and all of the cabins and each family had their own space - it was perfect. The house and cabins have everything you need and everything was spotless! We spent lots of time swimming in the lake, kayaking, and paddle boarding. The little kids had fun playing in the beach and shallow water area. The outside area around the cabins was perfect for eating meals together, outdoor movie night, 80's night, and talking around the fire pit. We ventured into Traverse City and visited the Sleeping Bear Dunes national park. We highly recommend this property!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nivin M.

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

Wonderful stay

The property was Beautiful. We enjoyed the boat and kyaks very much. Would love to come and stay at this property again. Jeff was so helpful and was always there to answer our questions.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jared G.

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

Trip

We had a wonderful trip! The owners were very helpful and accommodating.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jordan L.

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

Amazing!

Beautiful place with amazing views. Jeff was great and was on site to help us with anything and everything we needed! Highly recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David B.

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

Nice property and location

We booked for 6 adults and 3 kids under 5. House was big enough for all of us comfortably. We were sad to learn on check in that the A/C in the main living area went out shortly before we came because of a storm and wouldn't be fixed. REst of house (bedrooms and lower level had A/C. Owners were kind enough to grant a small refund due tho this inconvenience. It did get extremely hot the week we were there and couldnt use that area of the cabin from late afternoon until morning, so we appreciated the gesture. We had been told before arrival tht rental boat was also out due to a repair needed. WE were able to rent a very nice boat through H2O sports and that was wonderful. We would definitely consider renting again, the lake location is a hidden gem.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay D.

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

Great place for family vacation!

Beautiful property right on Fife Lake with plenty of activities to do! Our family had a great time!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

About the host

Hosted by Jeff or Beckey Billings

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My wife and I are semi-retired and we love the northern Michigan area.

Why they chose this property

My wife and I loved this property from the first time was saw it. The house has two decks overlooking the lake. It is a peaceful place to sit and relax. We love it here. The town is very friendly and we would like to invite you to come and stay with us.

What makes this property unique

We have kayaks and paddle boards for the guest of the resort to use at no additional cost. We also have low cost boat rental. We try to keep pricing down on extras so our guest can use their vacation dollars to do other things to make their vacation the best possible.

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