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3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 6195 sq m

Popular amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Outdoor space

Barbecue grill

Explore the area

Bear Lake, MI

Arcadia Dunes13 min drive
Crystal Mountain17 min drive
Arcadia Bluffs Golf Course22 min drive
Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker)24 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

2 Queen Beds

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Separate dining area

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

New Moon Lodge is your perfect year round rental. The Lodge is entirely yours and has 3 bedrooms, (1 King, 3 Queens) 1.5 baths, kitchen, dining area, sun room, family room, laundry room, porches with seating. We have all Five Star reviews from guests. Plush towels, quality bedding and bathrobes. Unique vacation getaway in the forest. 2023 instal of High Speed Fiber Internet-super fast for all. Outdoor grills, campfire with firewood and seating area. Only one mile from US 31, 9 miles to Arcadia Bluffs, 10 miles to Lake Michigan and Arcadia Dunes Nature Preserve, 11 miles to Crystal Mountain, 15 miles to Frankfort, 38 miles to Sleeping Bear Dunes. Owners live nearby. High speed fiber optic WIFI throughout. Access to Guest Garden. Many amenities.
Great reviews from latest VRBO renters. Superhosts on air bee and be with over 150 five star reviews! A stand alone rental, Bakery Lane cottage with room for two, is available for rental next door as well.
The space:
New Moon Lodge is a unique, hand crafted home nestled in the old growth Maples in the hills of Pleasanton Township. Spacious open floor plan with lots of natural light and detailed craftsmanship. New Gas range with caste iron skillet in the center. Full array of cookware and utensils. Full laundry room with new washer and dryer. Cozy bedrooms with organic King bed in one room, new memory gel queen bed in another and a third bedroom with two queen beds. The Lodge is not "toddler proof" as there are open stairways and level changes throughout. Theres a fenced in goldfish pond in the garden. Two decks with seating and tables. Acres of private space surround the home with two campfire areas and a 24x24 paved basketball court. Only one mile from US 31 and less than 10 miles to Lake Michigan. Miles of sandy public beaches for incredible days and magnificent sunsets. One mile from US 31 on county maintained gravel road. AWD vehicle recommended for winter rentals. Lodge is in the 'Lake Effect" snow belt and can sometimes get heavy snowfall.
Guest access
All areas that are listed are for the exclusive access of guests. Private, tranquil and woodsy setting for your vacation. Garden access in season. Miles of xc ski trails right out the door.
Read reviews here on VRBO/ Home Away and here are some reviews of New Moon Lodge:
"We loved staying at the lodge — it was so cozy, yet still had plenty of space and felt like another home! Would definitely stay again. Gerard and Jan were incredibly communicative and helpful for anything that we needed. Would highly recommend to anyone needing a cozy getaway in Northern MI. Peter and Maddie " and

"This was easily a 5-star stay. My wife wanted a rustic weekend getaway as a birthday celebration and wanted a place that could easily accommodate our family of four plus our two God-children (all 4 kids range from 13 to 16). This place was the right choice! Gerard and Jan exceeded our hopes and expectations! The home was very neat and clean, with kitchens and bathrooms very well stocked. There was plenty to do for our teenagers (board games, basketball, firepit, and their beautiful gardens). To make it even better, they have a vegetable garden open to guests!!! They thought of everything in preparing this place. We made the right choice and were privileged to tell them while we were there, and enjoyed meeting them. They deserve the Super host rating. We have already started planning our return to the property. Thanks again Jan and Gerard! Terrence Quinn. Other things to note:
New Moon Lodge and Bakery Lane Cottage are located in the Bear Lake area. Due to the woodsy location there is sometimes poor cell phone service depending on your carrier. WIFI is new instal of High Speed Fiber Optics with 300+mb and wifi enabled calling.
The Lodge is literally at the doorstep of miles of State Land with undeveloped two-track roads that are great for contemplative walking, biking, birding, hiking, mushrooming or skiing adventures. We rely on mindful and slow drivers on our road and thank you for driving safely. The forest that surrounds the cottage are populated with 100 year old Maples, Ash, Beech, Basswood and Ironwood to name a few of the tree species. Spring flowers are spectacular as well as seasonal mushrooming. We are in the heart of Nature but only one mile off US 31 and nine miles to Lake Michigan. I’m

Property manager

Gerard T Grabowski Jan Shireman

Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Outdoor space

Barbecue grill

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

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

Lodge is not toddler proofed. Fenced pond on site

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

No shooting of firearms or fireworks. No ATV's or

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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

Long-term renters welcome

This property uses solar energy, plus eco-friendly cleaning products

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

About the area

Bear Lake

Located in Bear Lake, this holiday home is in a rural area. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Arcadia Dunes, while Arcadia Area Historical Museum and Michigan Legacy Art Park are cultural highlights. Discover the area's water adventures with fishing and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and mountain biking.

Bear Lake, MI

What's nearby

Arcadia Dunes - 13 min drive
Crystal Mountain - 17 min drive
Portage Lake - 18 min drive
Arcadia Bluffs Golf Course - 22 min drive
Michigan Legacy Art Park - 22 min drive

Getting around

Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

Iron Fish Distillery - 21 min drive
Lakeside Cafe - 8 min drive
Grille 44 - 6 min drive
Rosie's Place - 12 min drive
Swanson's Juice Mill - 8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Book NOW for Summer Vacation HQ in N. Mich ALL 5 StarReviews from guests-Privacy pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Book NOW for Summer Vacation HQ in N. Mich ALL 5 StarReviews from guests-Privacy?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Book NOW for Summer Vacation HQ in N. Mich ALL 5 StarReviews from guests-Privacy?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Book NOW for Summer Vacation HQ in N. Mich ALL 5 StarReviews from guests-Privacy located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is within 9 miles (15 km) of Glovers Lake, Chestnut Hills Golf Course and Arcadia Dunes. Lake Michigan and Misty Acres Preserve are also within 12 miles (20 km).

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10/10

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10/10

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10/10

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10/10

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10/10 Excellent

Douglas N.

12 February 2024

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

Perfect lodging for our ski weekend!

A hidden gem minutes away from Crystal Mountain. The hosts were amazing to work with and their unique property is warm & inviting. Do not hesitate to rent this for your next getaway!

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Holly S.

1 February 2024

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

Outstanding experience at this beautiful, fun and spacious cabin.

We booked this stay for a long weekend ski trip to nearby Crystal Mountain. To say that this cabin and our hosts exceeded expectations would be an understatement. We were greeted with a very friendly introduction as we arrived since the hosts live on property in a cottage next door. Our daughter was dying to explore the place and she was not disappointed. The main floor is larger than the photos made it look and everything you would need is there. There are great views of the woods and plenty of nice places to sit and enjoy the ambience. From the moment we walked in, we could see that that there was a lot of love put into this cabin. This is not a cookie-cutter rental. There are many unique touches, fun random decorations, and even a goldfish to feed. There is a full-sized laundry room with large Whirlpool washer and dryer. The high-quality touches continue throughout the home, including an impressive wood burning stove (thoughtfully preloaded with kindling and detailed instructions which was very much appreciated!). The kitchen is fully stocked with plates, mugs, knives, nice silverware, etc. Plenty of toiletries, premium organic soap, towels, etc. There is fast Wi-Fi, and a desk should you need to check in with work or stream video. The three bedrooms were very nice and my daughter absolutely loved the cozy loft room with the small roll top desk. Overall, we couldn’t have asked for a better experience and would wholeheartedly recommend this cabin.

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie K.

2 January 2024

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

Our favorite place to stay!

We love this location!! Everything was perfect. If you're looking for a peaceful retreat, this is absolutely THE BEST!!

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian A.

12 November 2023

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

Excellent Overall Experience

The Lodge was a great place and located in a beautiful rural setting. It was very well stocked with EVERYTHING you might need. Our hosts were very communicative and accommodating. Excellent all around experience.

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Aaron S.

9 October 2023

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

Amazing stay

Perfect setting with everything we could ever want. The setting was absolutely perfect for us. Best weekend all year!!

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

About the host

Hosted by Gerard T Grabowski Jan Shireman

We have been living here in Pleasanton Township since the early 1980' s and we have always had a large garden and working homestead. We started Pleasanton Brick Oven bakery from this location in 1993. We converted it into a private stand alone rental now known as Bakery Lane Cottage. We have now added New Moon Lodge to our rental lineup. A unique passive solar, earth berm house that has the feel of a rustic lodge with modern updates. Truly a hand crafted home with spacious open floor plan and three bedrooms with 4 beds to choose from. A king size organic latex bed in a comfortable room with lots of natural light and light blocking curtains for privacy. A bedroom with new Queen memory gel bed and another bedroom with two queen size beds. Maximum 6 occupancy. We are close to Lake Michigan and Crystal Mountain Resort and Spa.
We look forward to your stay at this very special place.

Why they chose this property

Private, tranquil stand alone lodge that is unique and a combination of rustic and modern. Truly a forested paradise yet only one mile from US 31 and close to local towns and sights of interest. We are Superhosts on Airbnb for the past 6 years with our Bakery Lane Cottage rental and have been working for the past four years to now offer New Moon Lodge. We value the cleanliness and quality of the rentals we provide and hosting guests is our primary employment.

What makes this property unique

Thousands of acres of forested state land right out your doorstep. Only one mile to US 31 and 10 miles to Lake Michigan , Pierport and Arcadia. 13 miles to Crystal Mountain resort. Modern appliances, gas stove, new fireplace, radiant heat and incredible southern exposure with lots of windows and natural lights. A place to relax, recreate and reset your pace of life the heartbeat of Nature. Access the the Cottage Garden and picnic area with gas grill and campfire area with firewood provided!