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Fall Getaway Base Camp: Wine Nights & Easy Access to Silver Lake State Park

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A room with a bunk bed, a ceiling fan, a large window with a view of greenery, and a carpeted floor.
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A room with a large window, a coffee machine, a vase with dried flowers, and a wooden chair.
A modern kitchen with a central island, a ceiling fan, pendant lights, and a large flat-screen TV.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a granite countertop, stainless steel appliances, and pendant lighting.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Private garden
    A rare find — relax in the peaceful, private garden space.
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Air-conditioning
  • Washing machine
  • Internet
  • Onsite parking available
  • Non-smoking

Explore the area

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Shelby, MI
  • Place, The Fox Barn Winery
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Silver Lake State Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Michigan's Adventure
    ‪33 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

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

Bathroom 2

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

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Fall Getaway Base Camp: Wine Nights & Easy Access to Silver Lake State Park

Your family's week starts here. This Shelby home puts you 10 minutes from Silver Lake State Park's famous sand dunes and 5 minutes from Lake Michigan's best family beaches. Kids sleep soundly in 4 bedrooms, you relax on 77 acres and everyone wakes up ready for adventure.

The layout works for families: full kitchen (tools included for cooking together), spacious living room with fireplace for rainy-day movies, and bedrooms that give everyone their own retreat space. The porch becomes home base for morning coffee, evening storytelling, and planning tomorrow's activities.

Silver Lake dunes are a 10-minute drive rent ATVs, take a dune tour, or hike. Lake Michigan is closer and perfect for younger kids. Local Lewis Farm Market has pick-your-own activities and fresh food for dinners at home. Pentwater's beaches, golf courses, and local festivals round out the week.

You get: reliable WiFi (for checking weather, not work), full kitchen, parking, board games, and a screened porch that becomes the heart of your trip."

77 acres of private land
5 minutes from Silver Lake
4 min from the Sand Dunes
Ideal for hunting and outdoor adventures
Great for corporate retreats and group trips
Perfect for guys' trips
Camping-friendly property with plenty of room to explore
Family-friendly outdoor
Excellent for off-road enthusiasts
Fast Wi-Fi for staying connected
8 comfortable bedrooms
Fully stocked kitchen
BBQ grill for outdoor cooking
Spacious private property
Convenient location close to local attractions
Disc Golf

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 5457276vb
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 99
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
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

Shelby

Shelby is home to this holiday home. The Fox Barn Winery and Craig's Cruisers Family Fun Center are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Corn Maze and Lewis Farm Market & Petting Farm.
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Shelby, MI

What's nearby

  • The Fox Barn Winery - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Silver Lake State Park - 4 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Electric Forest - 22 min drive - 33.0 km
  • Michigan's Adventure - 33 min drive - 59.3 km
  • S.S. Badger: Lake Michigan Carferry - 41 min drive - 70.3 km

Restaurants

  • ‪The Golden Eatery - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Whippy Dip - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Lighthouse Grill & Gift Shop - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Farmhouse Kitchen - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Sand Castle Restaurant - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Fall Getaway Base Camp: Wine Nights & Easy Access to Silver Lake State Park pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Fall Getaway Base Camp: Wine Nights & Easy Access to Silver Lake State Park?

As of 20 October 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Fall Getaway Base Camp: Wine Nights & Easy Access to Silver Lake State Park on 21 February 2027 start from NZ$826, 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 Fall Getaway Base Camp: Wine Nights & Easy Access to Silver Lake State Park?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Fall Getaway Base Camp: Wine Nights & Easy Access to Silver Lake State Park?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Fall Getaway Base Camp: Wine Nights & Easy Access to Silver Lake State Park?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Fall Getaway Base Camp: Wine Nights & Easy Access to Silver Lake State Park located?

Situated in Shelby, this holiday home is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from The Fox Barn Winery and 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Lake Michigan. Silver Lake State Park and Silver Lake are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

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Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was very nice and location was great! Everything was very clean and fully stocked. The basement had a nice seating area for movies and an air hockey table! Location was close to dune town and Silver lake sand dunes.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026

About the host

Hosted by Theresa

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I'm a retired Air Force veteran turned entrepreneur and property host. My background taught me that great hospitality is about anticipation, reliability, and making people feel genuinely welcomed. I've owned and operated a restaurant, launched a business, and now manage multiple properties because I love creating spaces where people can actually disconnect and recharge.

I grew up in Michigan and came back here intentionally. This part of the state has something special: it's close enough to big-city amenities but still feels like you've stepped away from the noise. I built this property with that exact intention in mind. My goal as a host is simple: everything should work smoothly, feel genuine, and let you focus on your trip, not on figuring out how things operate.

I'm responsive, detail-oriented, and I genuinely care that your stay exceeds expectations. If you need something, I'm accessible. If you don't want to hear from me, you won't.

Why they chose this property

Shelby chose me, really. I moved back to Oceana County because it's the best-kept secret in West Michigan: you get authentic small-town character without the tourist overload.

What I love most about this place: Silver Lake's world-class sand dunes are 9 miles away, Lake Michigan's pristine beaches are 15 minutes out, and downtown Shelby still feels like a real community where people know each other. The Lewis Farm Market does pick-your-own fruit and sells the best local produce you'll find. There are quality wineries within 20 minutes, excellent golf courses, and trails everywhere.

But here's what really matters: it's quiet. Fall foliage right now is spectacular. Winter is peaceful. Spring brings renewal. Summer brings families. And there's genuine history here, orchards, farmland, and a sense that you've actually stepped away from the regular world.

It's not Mackinac Island or Traverse City, and that's exactly why I chose it. It's real, it's beautiful, and it's actually accessible for people who want a genuine Michigan escape without the crowds.

What makes this property unique

Designed to be genuinely livable, not just tolerable for a week. Functional space that becomes home base. Full kitchen stocked with basics. Bedrooms that let people retreat. WiFi reliable. Maintained like I'd maintain my own space. Quick response times. Real attention to detail.

Most properties are nice. This one actually works.
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