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Beautiful vacation weeks still available for 2024. They won't last long!!

Beautiful vacation weeks still available for 2024. They won't last long!!

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House up the hill
Exterior
View from the street. Driveway is not accessible due to safety regulations.
Front view of house
House from way up the hill.

Overview of Beautiful vacation weeks still available for 2024. They won't last long!!

Reviews
9.6 out of 10 Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 12242 sq m

Popular amenities

  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen

Enjoy the area

Map
Mears, MI
  • Popular LocationUpper Silver Lake8 min drive
  • Popular LocationSilver Lake State Park9 min drive
  • Popular LocationCraig's Cruisers Family Fun Center11 min drive
  • AirportManistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker)66 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

DuneView Bedroom

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

LakeSide Bedroom

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

LoftBedroom

1 Double Futon and 2 Queen Beds

Lower Level

1 Single Bed and 1 Double Futon

Lower Level Bedroom

1 Single Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

First Floor Bedroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

LakeSide Loft Bathroom

Towels provided · Toilet · Jetted bathtub · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Beautiful vacation weeks still available for 2024. They won't last long!!

WE HAVE TWO HOUSES AVAILABLE. There is a home directly in front of this one also available for rent. Great for a large family vacation. #4814830 is the property number Fondly referred to as Sahara Lakeshore Chalet. Think about this for your 2024 family vacation!!!!

This home is actually built on a Dune!! It’s like living in a giant sandbox!!

PLEASE NOTE, THIS HOUSE IS LOCATED ON A HILL, THERE ARE 25 STEPS TO GET INTO THE HOUSE. NOT SUGGESTED FOR ANYONE UNABLE TO CLIMB STAIRS. EVERYTHING YOU BRING WILL NEED TO BE WALKED UP THE STAIRS.

The driveway is only available for foot traffic.

Beautiful Panoramic Views of Lake Michigan and the Silver Lake Sand Dunes. This home sits right on the sand dunes. Test hill can be seen from the large wrap-around deck. Sometimes it can be a bit noisy, but also quite enjoyable. This home features 4 bedrooms, 2 baths with a walk-out that will have you walking on the dunes in seconds. Perfect home for the family that wants a unique vacation spot. You can see the sunrise over the dunes, and the spectacular sunsets over the lake, all while sitting on the huge deck. Enjoy the dunes and the beach during the day, and relax by the fire and stargaze at night. Because of this unique location of being able to see Lake Michigan from 3 sides of the house plus Ludington which is 25 miles away, and the amazing sand dunes, it requires walking up 25 stairs to enter this amazing vacation home. The main level has two bedrooms, both with a full size, and twin bed. The upper loft bedroom has two Queen size beds and a fold out full size futon. There is a full bathroom on this level with a jetted tub. Need a quiet place to hideaway, there is a small balcony overlooking the lake and the dunes. The walk-out level has one bedroom with a full size and a twin bed. There is also a fold out twin bed in the living area. There is a laundry room with washer and dryer.
Beach access is at the at the end of Lakeshore Drive, the road directly in front of the lake to the north.

This home is completely furnished, includes all linens, comforters, towels. Bathroom necessities. Kitchen is fully stocked with Regular coffee maker; Keurig; fondue pot; large griddle; crock pots; blender; toaster; dishes; glasses; wine glasses; martini glasses. Pots, pans, baking pans. Beverage fridge. Paper toweling; soap; trash bags. There is a washer and dryer, laundry soap is available. Gas grill. Fire Pit. Large Picnic table; patio table and chairs. ROKU TV/Spectrum cable, WiFi. Ceiling fans in every room. Large table for playing games or doing puzzles. Foosball game

DISCLAIMER : WITH LAKE MICHIGAN WATER LEVELS AT RECORD HIGHS, BEACH CONDITIONS MAY CHANGE QUICKLY DUE TO THE UNCONTROLLABLE AND NATURAL FACTORS, ACTUAL CONDITIONS AT THE BEACH MAY BE SIGNIFICANTLY DIFFERENT FROM THOSE REFLECTED IN THIS LISTING. IN NO EVENT SHALL DUNEVIEW RENTALS, NOR THE PROPERTY OWNER, ASSUME ANY FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITY WHATSOEVER RESULTING FROM LOSS OF USE OR ACCESSIBILITY OF LAKE MICHIGAN BEACH.

Also please note that the vehicles run on the dunes from 9 am until sundown. It’s not terribly noisy, people actually love sitting on the deck to watch the vehicles trying to climb Test Hill. It is very entertaining.

We have additional parking available for dune vehicles and trailers. There will be an additional parking fee.

Property manager

Debi Hatt
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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed
Absolutely no BACHELOR PARTIES.

Pets

No pets allowed
ABSOLUTELY no pets.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
PLEASE do not disconnect any WiFi; television cables; thermostat. PLEASE when using AC keep all door and window closed. PLEASE remove all garbage.
PLEASE NOTE: Any damage done to any items in home, will be deducted from security damage deposit. USE OF DRIVEWAY IS STRICTLY PROHIBITED.
15 MPH Strictly enforced.. NO DRIVING DUNE VEHICLES. QUIET TIME 10 PM TO 9AM NO FIREWORKS. NO FIRES IN DUNES. NO PETS. NO SMOKING

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
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 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 vacation home is near theme parks. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Silver Lake State Park. Traveling with kids? Consider Craig's Cruisers Family Fun Center and Lewis Farm Market & Petting Farm. Motor boating, fishing, and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding nearby.
Map
Mears, MI

What's nearby

  • Upper Silver Lake - 8 min drive
  • Silver Lake State Park - 9 min drive
  • Craig's Cruisers Family Fun Center - 11 min drive
  • Little Sable Point Lighthouse - 19 min drive
  • Silver Lake Sand Dunes Area Chamber of Commerce - 20 min drive

Getting around

  • Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 67 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Golden Eatery - 15 min drive
  • Open Hearth Grille - 16 min drive
  • Frickin' Chicken Shack - 12 min drive
  • Golden Sands Bucket Bar - 8 min drive
  • Whippy Dip - 14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful vacation weeks still available for 2024. They won't last long!! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Luke d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent location, property and owner
This is such a beautiful location. Debi was a wonderful host. My brother, friends and I stayed here for a celebration for my brother's batchelor party. It was magical.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Evan P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fall stay
This VRBO was perfect for a fall friends getaway! Staying between the beach and the dunes was great, and Debbie was very accommodating and kind for our stay. Would love to return again for more fun memories!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fall getaway
This was our 2nd time staying at this home and we had a great time! The location is excellent and there is a lot to do in the area. We love the loft bedroom, the well stocked kitchen, and the deck which gives views of the Sunrise and Sunset. You can’t beat the views! Communication with the host was excellent. The house was clean overall, only suggestion would be giving the house a good dusting as we noticed dust under beds, in windowsills, etc. We would love to stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dawn M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home and location
We enjoyed our stay and trip to the dunes. Debi was very friendly and responsive with answers to questions. The views of the dunes and sunset were so nice. Relaxing and fun weeekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Irene S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beach/Lake Life
Great time at this beach house. Alot to do in and aroundarea. Silver lake was great and easy to get to!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

About the host

Hosted by Debi Hatt

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Why they chose this property

We have been enjoying this area of Michigan for the past 44 years. Our children have grown up loving it, and now our grandchildren are loving it, as well as many of our friends, and other family members. Everyone that comes here, immediately falls in love with the area, and makes it their go to vacation spot. We purchased the property in 1991 after owning a mobile home on a lot very near the dune entrance. We are so happy that we were able to build Sahara Sands on this special piece of property. We are very pleased that we can share it with others, and hope everyone that visits Sahara Sands, enjoys it as much as we do.

What makes this property unique

This property that this home sits on is the critical dune area.
Many permits had to be obtained, and the building of the home had specific guidelines that we had to follow through the DEQ (Department of Environmental Quality) It was a struggle at first, getting the proper design, placement of the home, and size down, once that was finished the rest went, well not as smoothly as we would have wanted. The first thing we built were the stairs (I fondly refer to them as my "Stairway to Heaven"). No vehicles were allowed to drive on the sand. We had to crane in the heavy trusses and walk everything up the stairs. It was a labor of love as we completely finished the inside ourselves.
The large wrap-around deck allows for views from all over. Watch the sun rise over the dunes in the morning, and the sunset over the lake in the evening. Gaze at the stars while sitting by the fire at night.
During the day, you can see test hill from the back, and watch the buggies try to accomplish climbing the hill.

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