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Bear Lake Kalkaska, MI Lakefront with beautiful sandy beach

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A calm lake at sunset with boats docked at a pier.
A wooden pier extending into a calm lake with clear water, surrounded by grassy areas and a distant shoreline.
A single-story house with a deck, a grill, and two lounge chairs.
A bedroom with a wooden headboard, a bed with blue bedding, a door, and a white curtain.
A view of a lake with autumn-colored trees in the background.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 9

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue
  • Dock
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Kalkaska, MI
  • Place, Bear Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Torch Lake
    ‪36 min drive‬
  • Place, Traverse City Beach
    ‪46 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Bunk Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

Bear Lake Kalkaska, MI Lakefront with beautiful sandy beach

We are locate on one of the cleanest lakes in the state. Great fishing, boating, water sports. Private dock for your convenience. Beautiful sandy beach. House has a nice deck looking at the water with beautiful sunsets. Back bedroom sleeps 5 and has AC. Only 45 minutes to Traverse City and 30 minutes to Turtle Creek casino. Canoe liveries only minutes away. BBQ grill for your use, fire pit, picnic table. House will sleep 9 with two full bathrooms. We also have a pontoon boat available to rent on site and have kayaks and a paddle board that we offer. There is also a private raft. All bedding is provided.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2243042vb
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
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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

Kalkaska

Located in Kalkaska, this holiday home is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Hartwick Pines State Park and Bear Lake, while Crawford County Historical Museum and AuSable Artisan Village are cultural highlights. With jet skiing, kayaking and waterskiing nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
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Kalkaska, MI

What's nearby

  • Bear Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Torch Lake - 36 min drive - 51.7 km
  • Grand Traverse Resort Golf Course - 43 min drive - 61.6 km
  • Traverse City Beach - 46 min drive - 67.0 km
  • Boyne Mountain - 56 min drive - 84.9 km

Getting around

  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Manistee Lake Pizzeria / Bakery - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪lost forest lodge - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Manistee Lake Stop 'N Shop - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Bear Lake Township Comnty Center - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Manistee Lake Inn - ‬17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Bear Lake Kalkaska, MI Lakefront with beautiful sandy beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Bear Lake Kalkaska, MI Lakefront with beautiful sandy beach?

As of 3 August 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Bear Lake Kalkaska, MI Lakefront with beautiful sandy beach on 3 October 2026 start from NZ$1,035, 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 Bear Lake Kalkaska, MI Lakefront with beautiful sandy beach?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Bear Lake Kalkaska, MI Lakefront with beautiful sandy beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bear Lake Kalkaska, MI Lakefront with beautiful sandy beach?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Bear Lake Kalkaska, MI Lakefront with beautiful sandy beach located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is steps from Bear Lake and within 9 mi (15 km) of East Lakes and Grass Lake. Timber Wolf Golf Club and Pickerel Lake are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 13 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 13 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 13 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 13 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 13 reviews

7.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

8.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Danelle C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our stay very much. Perfect location. Super kind hosts.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jill D.

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

Beautiful lake

Beautiful lake, friendly host
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Janet T.

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

Lovely lake!

Nice beach, clean lake. Cabin was a bit challenging.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 16 July 2024
I’m not sure why the cabin is challenging. It is not a huge cabin, some areas are smaller but the cabin is clean and all facilities are there. Anything that is needed is provided by the landlord. I understand that Janet was use to a huge bathroom and this is a smaller bathroom with a typical older lakefront septic. The lake is beautiful, the area is beautiful, summer is meant to be outside, enjoy the amenities.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

becky m.

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

1 week stay

The host, John was awesome. Excellent amenities and checked on us to see if we needed anything. Responded to our questions quickly. Water is absolutely beautiful and prime location. Would definitely stay again
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Leigh B.

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

Fun in the sun!

We had a great time creating memories and fun times we will never forget and the host was very nice and helped us when we needed anything đŸ˜€
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Denis S.

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

Family Time

This property is right on the water so we could sit on the deck and watch the kids play. The area is absolutely beautiful. John is by far the best property owner we have ever rented from. He provided a very stress-free stay. Will definitely stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Mary D.

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

Overpriced

Cobbled up 1960s house trailer hidden by siding, only had push button locks on exterior doors. No window in one bedroom, no bolts holding toilet, bugs, bad mold and mildew smell No wifi,and a window banger in one bedroom for air conditioning…..
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Mary W.

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

Hopefully helpful for other guests

The owner was great with communication and responsive. We knew that the place would be rustic but were still surprised. The kitchen was very small and not clean. The bathroom is also extremely small and the shower is elevated which makes it difficult for taller people to shower. Overall cleanliness was not great. The place does not have air conditioning (except for the room with bunk beds) and the weather was very hot for the first part of our stay and it was uncomfortable. The lake is a beautiful lake but we would not stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 23 July 2024
It is a rustic cabin because of that it might come across as not clean because it is older. The entire place is deep cleaned after each guest and we have never had an issue with cleanliness. Items are older and may not have the newness that some people are used to. We have multiple guest that come back year after year and enjoy themselves. We are sorry this guest had an issue with cleanliness but we take extreme pride in making sure everything is clean and sanitized.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

kara p.

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

Lovely time

Lake was absolutely gorgeous and clean. We had a great time on the lake. John was a great host; provided us items that the kitchen didn't have. He was available anytime. Thanks John for a great vacation. We cannot wait to go back
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy M.

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

Great times at Bear Lake

Great host, amazing beach, lake, and sunsets!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Leah G.

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

Bear Lake Family Vacation

We had an excellent time staying at this property. We had 4 adults and 5 children and there was room for everyone. The kids especially enjoyed the dock and beach. Perfect swimming location. You really can't beat the location.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

James M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

A week on the lake

John is the Best host we've come in contact with in a long time. He was there to greet us when we arrived and even offered to help us unload our truck. The house was old, but comfy. The beach was great and the water clean and clear. Dock was long enough to reach the deep water, so no worries. And the public launch is six houses away. Gas grill was available for use as well as a fire pit.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Susan B.

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

Beautiful Bear Lake

This property is wonderful for enjoying this beautiful lake. The sand beach is perfect and lots of lawn furniture and water toys are included. It was very nice to have a long dock and the public boat launch is close by which was very convenient. The cottage is close to the water so the view was spectacular.
Response from VrboOwner on 4 August 2021
Thank you for your kind words. We too believe that the lake is beautiful and happy that we can share it. Super glad that you enjoyed your stay.

About the host

Hosted by John Best

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I just want to make your vacation here as good as it can be. I have enjoyed this lake for 60 years and want others to enjoy it as well.

Why they chose this property

I was raised on this lake every summer. My children and grandchildren now look forward to every summer going to Bear Lk. I want each of my guest to enjoy the beautiful lake that I have grown up to love. I will do my best to ensure you have a wonderful visit.

What makes this property unique

The cleanliness of the lake is the ultimate benefit. You can see to the bottom of the lake as far down as your eyes can see.

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