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Lovely property with separate private lakefront to Silver Lake + huge backyard.

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Lakefront-Yardistry Gazebo, fire pit and chairs.
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the Great Escape - Whimsical "Magical" lighting found all around the property
Front yard patio area
Do jump in! The water is great. Living room

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10157.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Mears, MI
  • Silver Lake State Park
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Craig's Cruisers Family Fun Center
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Little Sable Point Lighthouse
    ‪7 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

+1
Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Lovely property with separate private lakefront to Silver Lake + huge backyard.

We fell in love with this lovely Pure Michigan property with separate private access to Silver Lakes. It is our happy place. This summer home gives out a vibe of a chill and homey Michigan cottage. The house boasts of a large 1700 sq ft of living space and only 2 houses away from the lakefront. There is a large deck that we enjoy our meals "al fresca". There are string lights and candles that makes dinner and wine just so perfect. There is a front yard sitting area, as well as (2) separate fire pit for a large group to enjoy. One in the backyard and one by the lakefront to enjoy the sunset. There is no rental in the area that can offer the best of both world to have private access to Silver Lakes and for a group to enjoy a huge northern woods backyard. In the backyard, there is enough room to set-up nets for Volleyball, badminton, and pickleball. There is a living room and a family room if you need to have a separate play area for the kids. The dining table can accommodate 8. One of my other favorite feature of the house is the outdoor shower with hot water. Nothing like watching the dense stars above when you are showering. Our property includes a separate lakefront that has a large gazebo, fire pit, seating area and dock where you can swim in Silver Lake, launch kayak , paddleboard or other water equipment. This is a short 2 minute walk and is only for your private use. The Silver Lake State Park is a short 10 minute walk. This is an option for a beach and playground. The Little Sable Point Lighthouse is a short drive for a tour of the lighthouse or a day at the Lake Michigan beach. We have four (4) Bedrooms with queen bed per bedroom. It is advertised as sleeps 10 using a queen air mattress in the family room. Our kitchen is fully equipped with everything you need.
We also provide toiletries and towels and quality beddings. Please note for your consideration of the property.

Property manager

Maria Azada
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 23
Check out before 10:30 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
Absolutely no special events over 12 people
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Additional charges shall apply
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
NO Smoking in the Home is allowed
No Fireplace use policy-$3000.00 penalty. No smoking-$1000.00. Strongly adhere to NO event policy- Immediate Eviction and deposit forfeited.
Max. # of guests 10. Exceeding # of guest will cause immediate eviction and deposit forfeiture Written permission must be granted - additional guests
Additional $500 cleaning fee for heavy cleaning required if there is heavy sand brought into the house or additional heavy mess on premise in/outdoors

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: Absolutely no special events over 12 people
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 Silver Lake, this holiday home is near theme parks and on the waterfront. 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. Make sure you get close to 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 - 14 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Craig's Cruisers Family Fun Center - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Upper Silver Lake - 4 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Little Sable Point Lighthouse - 7 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Silver Lake Sand Dunes Area Chamber of Commerce - 16 min drive - 14.0 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Frickin' Chicken Shack - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Open Hearth Grille - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Whippy Dip - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Silver Scoops Cafe and Creamery - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪The Golden Eatery - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lovely property with separate private lakefront to Silver Lake + huge backyard. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Lovely property with separate private lakefront to Silver Lake + huge backyard. ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lovely property with separate private lakefront to Silver Lake + huge backyard. ?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Lovely property with separate private lakefront to Silver Lake + huge backyard. located?

This family-friendly Silver Lake holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 1 mi (2 km) of Silver Lake State Park and Craig's Cruisers Family Fun Center. Upper Silver Lake and The Fox Barn Winery are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kunal A.

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

Great property at Excellent location

Highly recommend for a long weekend stay!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy Z.

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

Great time

We enjoyed our time at the rental. Very clean, and great location. We enjoyed the bonfires, fishing, water and closeness to everything. Would recommend. Thanks!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Josh W.

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

Clean and Cozy

Listing was as advertised, house was very clean with comfortable beds, very close to the water!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tom H.

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

Silver lake stay

Nice campfire pit with chairs already there. Great location. Quiet. Plenty places to park, very clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tanya H.

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

Family getaway!

We had a nice family getaway at silver lake and the house was perfect for it.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kile G.

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

Family trip

2 familys for 5 days! Perfect location and best of both worlds! Would definitely do it again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Amy W.

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

End of summer Family trip

Nice size for our family of 7, close to all the attractions we wanted to visit. Large outdoor spaces with plenty of seating. We cooked at the house all 3 nights of our stay, only disappointment was the gas tanks for the grill and fire table were empty after our 1st night.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Amber G.

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

Nice Access

We were looking for a family friendly stay with our small dog. Had a nice stay close to Silver Lake and Lake Michigan. Memories for my 10 year old.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan M.

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

Great vacation

House is in a good location with many activities nearby. Very nice backyard and house was very clean. Property manager is quick to respond. Short walk to the dock with a lovely view of silver lake and the dunes. Would stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Taminjim T.

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

Great location, Attention to Detail Needed

We enjoyed the property and especially the location. There are multiple steps up and down at various door thresholds that make it a little tough for the very young or old. Some details needed to be tended to, and we brought these attention to the owner.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jamie T.

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

Great location, huge private yard, beautiful, clean home

We loved our stay at Steve and Maria’s - it was perfect for enjoying the holiday weekend with our family. Their outdoor space was especially nice - lots of options for seating, having a fire, grilling, or swinging in the hammock - and the lake is at the end of the street!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tracy M.

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

Wonderful stay!

The yard was spacious and we enjoyed the fire pit, plenty of privacy! Plenty of parking (even for the boat trailer). Just a short walk or drive to the lake. We would definitely stay again! Plenty of room for everyone in the house and the kitchen was well stocked.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Perfect family getaway!

My family had so much fun at this house! It was an adorable house with an amazing yard in an awesome location. It was so clean and well kept. We hope to come back next year!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

KIMBER S.

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

Awesome property!

Had a great time - property is awesome! No cable or satellite TV was the only negative.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne M.

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

Wonderful Experience!

This property was amazing! It was clean and so comfortable. The outdoor living areas, as well as inside the home were decorated so well! It was hard to leave.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Debbie M.

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

Dune Trip

This was our first time renting a home in Silver Lake to visit the dunes ORV park. The house is very close to all of the action at Silver Lake. House is very well decorated, has a great backyard and comfortably fit all of us.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gillian P.

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

Beautiful home & Great Location

The home was amazing! It is in the perfect location with lots of space. The home is tastefully decorated and we felt right at home. Your a 2 min walk from the beach where you have private access and a dock. When you want to get away from the lake there is a huge back yard and outdoor seating area. It is the perfect mix of the lake/woods life. The hosts were great to work with and the gentleman who manages the property was amazing as well. 5 star stay for sure!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2020

8/10 Good

Theresa F.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

not handicap accessible

I put caution tape on the floors, didn't want anyone tripping although most of us did, no one was hurt, would have been nice if there was a latter on the dock. we arrived after there was a bad storm, house was ok no damage, however the cushions were left out when we got there and took two days to dry out. the house was cute and we did enjoy ourselves, We made the best of it.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim W.

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

Amazing trip!

Our family really enjoyed the house…it felt like home and was EXTREMELY clean!! The sheets and blankets smelled fresh and it smelled really clean when we walked in for the first time. There was plenty of space and the outside had a huge backyard with a really nice fire pit and a patio with a gas fire grill. It’s about five houses down from Silver Lake and is centrally located making it super convenient to get to town and the dunes! Thank you!! We’re definitely coming back next summer!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin P.

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

Cozy lake house

The yard and accompanying toys and swing were great during the day for our toddler, and the adults appreciated the fire pits and grill during the day. Interior was well decorated and inviting, though admittedly with four adults and two infants was already feeling a tiny bit cramped. That said, it got the job done and everyone slept well. Kitchen well stocked and appreciated. There's a couple steps between rooms to be cautious about, especially with kids. A pleasant summer stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

Love the area

House was wonderful! Lots of single steps between rooms which was very tricky. Outdoor shower great! Backyard area beautiful. The only disappointment was based on the info given we thought it was across from the lake. We knew we had to cross a street but we thought it was a lake view. It’s perpendicular to the lake so you have to step out to the street to see the lake and walk a short distance to get to the lake. Really close to the state park beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

John L.

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

Late Summer Getaway

Decided last minute to spend 3 days with family. Have traveled to Michigan for 30 years but have never visited the Silver Lake area. The area and the house were both hidden gems for our family. The house was very clean and had everything we needed to relax or have fun including private lakefront access a few hundred feet away from the front door. Nice kitchen with spacious counter, huge firepit, outdoor hot water shower, huge yard, and another firepit at the lake for watching beautiful sunsets. The Host Maria and the property manager Robert were both very friendly and made our check-in and checkout and our entire stay perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erica C.

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

Beautiful home and property

We loved our stay at Maria and Steve’s! I’ve been going to Silver Lake every summer since I was a kid and my parents have a place nearby. We wanted to share the area we love so much with more family, so we rented this lovely home for a few nights and had the greatest time! The home is spacious, perfectly designed, and they provide so many amenities. The house was thoroughly cleaned prior to our arrival, which is always reassuring! The kitchen is wonderful, the bedrooms are adorable, and the yard is just spectacular. The outdoor shower and swings were a huge hit! From ages 2-40, everyone had a blast. We made some incredible memories that we will cherish for many years and are so appreciative that Maria and Steve shared their home with us!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Robert L.

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

Restful retreat

Clean, clean, clean. You can tell this is an older home that has been updated (very nicely too boot), but sometimes they are just hard to make look clean. Not true here, the house was spotless, full of character, with multiple congregation options. My sister who can be a hard sell even commented on how nice it was. If you knew her, you'd know that was a high compliment. Kitchen was stocked well enough with utensils, we were able to make whatever we wanted. Only shortfall was no steak knives, but we made due with the other styles available. You could eat inside at the dining table, outside at one of a few picnic tables, gather around outside at the gas fire place on whicker furniture, or around the large camp fire pit, or take a little stroll down the street to their lake spot. Maria was on the spot with replying to any questions, mere minutes for any response. Best house we've rented, again, loved the character and the size of the yard. This is definitely NOT a box with a roof.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Nate W.

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

Great family vacation spot

We arrived a little early so headed to the dunes prior to check in. We couldn't have been more excited about the outdoor shower... We used it before even unlocking the door to get the sand off all the kids. Smart thing to provide! House was very clean... Honestly for as much sand that is around silver lake we didn't find any upon entering the home. Pretty amazing The house and yard fit our lifestyle. Quiet and room for young kids to roam While the water access wasn't right at your door it worked for us. We walked the few hundred feet to the water and fished (didn't catch anything but to be honest I didn't think my 7 year old would) and used the provided paddle boards and kayak a couple times on calm days. Sandy bottom and shallow. Nice perk. If we wanted water we drove to little sable point or parked at the state park and walked to silver lake and ran down the dunes into the lake. We brought our bikes and road into town for ice cream and Craig's cruisers most days. Not a bad ride. House worked well for us but we are outdoor people so really didn't spend much time inside. Kids were asking if we could come back before we got out of the driveway.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Maria Azada

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My family and I enjoy being in the water and enjoying the outdoors. This is our happy place.

Why they chose this property

Pure Michigan! The Silver Lakes area is such a wonderful and beautiful place. The dunes are amazing. There is no place anywhere else in the country that can showcase such a landscape while enjoying the water life and water sports in Silver Lake. The area is surrounded by fruit orchards, wineries, breweries and hiking trails.

What makes this property unique

This property is on Silver Lake (not Upper Silver Lake). You have the benefit of endless sandy bottom of the lake. The unique benefit of this property is the accessibility to Silver Lake and the dunes plus the additional benefit of a huge private backyard to spread out and set up games of volleyball, pickle ball, etc. . There is a huge firepit for everyone to enjoy and the best spot to stargaze.

Languages:

English

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