Beachin Lighthouse Villa at Silver Lake Sand Dunes and Little Sable Lighthouse
Incredible Lake Michigan Home with over 1/2 mile of public beach and amazing views of Little Sable Lighthouse. This gorgeous custom built home is built among the soft sand dunes of Mears Michigan and designed to take advantage of the beautiful views of Lake Michigan as well as the views of Little Sable Lighthouse across the street. Home is engineered to recreate the homes frequently built to house the light keepers for lighthouses built during the latter 1/2 of the 1800's along the shore of Michigan's Great Lakes. Enjoy over a 1/2 mile of soft, sandy Lake Michigan Beach that is literally directly across this quiet dead end street. Utilize the amazing powered beach wagon to effortlessly transport all your beach toys, chairs, umbrellas, food, ice cold drinks and even your kayaks and paddle boards from the home to the waters edge. Toes can be from the door to the water in 4 minutes and buried in the sand dunes right off the amazing wrap around deck. Whether you are relaxing on the deck, enjoying a gathering around the fire pit, entertaining in the living room, enjoying a movie and games in the walkout basement or hanging out in the 4th story crow's nest, you'll enjoy the most amazing views of one of Michigan's most iconic lighthouses from nearly every room in this quality home. Little Sable Lighthouse was constructed in 1874 and is among the top 5 tallest lighthouses in Michigan at 107 feet. Visitors can stop by the small gift shop located in the public parking lot of the lighthouse to purchase a souvenir or pay a small fee to climb the internal staircase of Little Sable and get an amazing panoramic view of Lake Michigan and the surrounding dunes. Enjoy a truly unique experience at Silver Lake Sand Dunes state park which is only a few miles north. This is one of the few locations in the united states which permits 4x4's to ride on the dunes and it has the added bonus permitting vacationers to pull their 4x4 up to an amazing Lake Michigan beach that is only accessible by 4x4 drivers and their companions.
1/10th of a mile to Little Sable Light House 4 miles to Silver Lake Sand Dunes 4X4 Park 2 miles to Mac Dune Rides 32 miles to Ludington Michigan 3 miles to Fox Barn Winery 13 miles to Oceana Winery & Vineyard 18 miles to Gold Rush Water Park at Double J J Resort, open all year round 45 minutes to Muskegon Winter Sports Complex which is one of only a few locations in the US that permits the public to ride a real luge run (open summer and winter) 10 miles to Big Hart Brewery 26 miles to Sawyer Brewery and North Grove Brewers in Montague 27 miles to Fetch Brewery in Whitehall 18 miles to Pentwater 13 miles to Brown Bear in Shelby (home of the Michigan favorite 1 lb. burger) 5 miles to Heritage Wedding Barn 4 miles to Duneberry Farms Disc Golf 4 miles to Cherry Point Farm 33 Miles to Michigan Adventure Amusement Park 15 Miles to Lewis Adventure Farm & Zoo 15 Miles to Country Dairy where you can tour the dairy including milk bottling factory and automated robotic milking machine 2 hours and 20 minutes to Traverse City, the nations cherry capital
Property manager
Joseph Bergum
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Pet-friendly
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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 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
About the area
Mears
Located in Mears, this holiday home is near theme parks and on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Silver Lake State Park. 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.
Mears, MI
What's nearby
Little Sable Point Lighthouse - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
Silver Lake State Park - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
Craig's Cruisers Family Fun Center - 9 min drive - 5.5 km
Upper Silver Lake - 12 min drive - 7.0 km
Silver Lake Sand Dunes Area Chamber of Commerce - 21 min drive - 15.8 km
Restaurants
Frickin' Chicken Shack - 10 min drive
Whippy Dip - 6 min drive
Silver Scoops Cafe and Creamery - 9 min drive
Golden Sands Bucket Bar - 16 min drive
Val-Du-Lakes Bar & Grill - 13 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Beachin Lighthouse Villa at Silver Lake Sand Dunes and Little Sable Lighthouse pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).
What time is check-in at Beachin Lighthouse Villa at Silver Lake Sand Dunes and Little Sable Lighthouse?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Beachin Lighthouse Villa at Silver Lake Sand Dunes and Little Sable Lighthouse?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Beachin Lighthouse Villa at Silver Lake Sand Dunes and Little Sable Lighthouse located?
Nestled on the beach, this Mears holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Lake Michigan and Silver Lake State Park. Little Sable Point Lighthouse is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) away.
Reviews
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We never repeat VRBO homes. Except this one. This was our third stay; beginning to feel like a home away from home :) This house is SO great. Well stocked and beautiful location. We enjoy snuggling in and playing games, exploring the winter beach and sledding on the dunes. Owners are responsive and fabulous. Will be back :)
We had a wonderful time. So a great property. Room for everyone to spread out and then come back together for family dinner and bonfires. October is the perfect time to visit.
The property was just as advertised. The area was very quiet and the beach was beautiful. The hosts gave excellent recommendations and were very responsive. The sunsets were amazing and this was one of the most relaxing vacations we have had.
Beautiful home, perfect location and outstanding amenities.
We had a great time despite having to cut the trip short due to a family emergency. Plenty of space, beautiful views and fun daily walks on the beach with the dogs. Can’t wait to visit again.
We enjoyed a wonderful family vacation at this beautiful beach home! From the great location, views, and amenities included in the property, we throughly loved this gem!
Our group of eleven stayed very comfortable in this beautiful house. The beach was fantastic and the short drive to town was nice. Communication with the Owner was easy! Don’t hesitate to book this home!
What a beautiful home and an absolutely amazing location! This is our 2nd time staying here and we will be back. So many amenities made our stay extra fun.
The property and location were both 10s. Communications with the owner was very easy and they were very responsive. All the furnishings were the best that I have had in a VRBO. We lacked for nothing during our stay. Everything we needed was furnished and of the best quality. The sunset views from the deck were outstanding and it was just a short walk to the beach. Our stay was one of the most enjoyable that we've had.
We had a wonderful time on Lake Michigan! The place was perfect. Very comfortable, loaded with toys and beach gear! The kids had a great time playing darts and hanging out around the fire. The view is amazing. Can’t think of one complaint. 😁 Coming from from someone who has been coming to this area for 50 years- this place was tops!
This was our second Christmas stay at this property, and everything was great! Joe and Sue were great hosts and communicative as always. The weather was very warm this time! Love this property!
This house is beautiful. We’ve stayed here multiple times and plan on coming back. Just walk across some sand and your at the water. You also can look out and watch the sunsets over the lighthouse. The house is so clean and well appointed. The owners are responsive and can tell they take great care of the house.
The house was lovely, nicely appointed for our family (age ranges 15 months to 80 years), perfectly located close to the beach in an area not heavily populated.
Loved this property right next to the lighthouse. Easy access to the beach but close to Silver Lake and all the activities nearby. Property was very comfortable and well stocked with high-end amenities- we couldn’t get enough of Sue’s perfect espresso blend! Beach wagon made transport easy! Thanks for a great stay!
This was the cleanest VRBO we have ever used. The owners thought of everything . . . comfortable beds, well-stocked kitchen (cooking) equipment, entertainment/ games for all ages, amazing views from the crows nest, quiet little reading nooks, a quick walk to the beach, along with a gated deck for our dogs that allows everyone to relax, sit back and enjoy the beautiful sunsets!
Fantastic beach house! Very roomy with top notch amenities. We didn’t want for anything. Very beautiful location and easy walk to the beach.
Awesome sunsets can be seen on the beach or right from the deck. Would return in a heartbeat!
Cathy M.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
About the host
Hosted by Joseph Bergum
My wife and I are not rich out of state investors. We work regular 9-5 jobs in healthcare and are both Michigan born and raised. We strive to provide the best experience possible for our guests.
We are so excited to host you and your companions at this amazing property. We are premier hosts on VRBO. Our goal is to offer 5 star service to ever single renter and to help families and friends make the most incredible cherished memories.
Why they chose this property
I spent my early childhood in St. Joseph Michigan, where my father and mother raised my siblings and I to appreciate the majesty of Lake Michigan in our 19’ Mercruiser tri hull boat. We moved to Brighton when I was 7 years old and when I grew to my adulthood, I was drawn back to Michigan’s west coast. I purchased a small 16’ Bayliner and took my wife and daughter to Lake Michigan several times a year. I frequently dreamt of owning a little cottage on Lake Michigan some day. After we lost both my parents, both my in-laws and my brother within a few years span, I convinced my wonderful wife Sue to take the plunge with me. With our limited finances and the ever rising cost of properties near Lake Michigan, we decided to try our hand at renting our place out as a short term rental. We love sharing our home and providing the backdrop for so many great memories for our renters and their families. We have more than one amazing property now and we are still hoping to expand a bit more by finding incredibly unique and beautiful locations for our rental base.
Joseph & Suzanne Bergum
Amazing home with so much to offer with 4x4 dunes, unprecedented views of Little Sable Lighthouse and over 1/2 mile of public beach literally across the street.
What makes this property unique
The most amazing views of one of Michigan's most iconic Lighthouses with the home custom designed to take advantage of it's proximity to the Littles Sable Lighthouse and capture incredible views from the cathedral ceiling in the main living room to the lighthouse literally in your face as you step out of the master bedroom/bath and the unique view of the lighthouse from the 4th floor crow's nest.
If you love walking through Michigan's dunes, you'll find so many options here as this home is literally built on a sand dune with great dune exploring on the state park directly across the street and many trail options within walking distance. Finally, you have the amazing Silver Lake Sand Dunes where you can drive your personal 4x4 on some of the most unique terrain in the country as you test your vehicle's muscle and your driving skills on the infamous Test Hill or drive your vehicle to Lake Michigan's water's edge to a beach only accessible to 4x4 owners.
Languages:
English
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests