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Lake Michigan Beachfront Cottage Huge Deck Low Bluff Newly Remodeled Kayaks SUP

Family-friendly beachfront location with water park

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Beautiful expansive deck with million dollar views!
New 16 foot wall of windows
Wrap around deck
Plenty of room for relaxing and making memories
Unobstructed views

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 12139.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Washer
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Mears, MI
  • Place, Silver Lake State Park
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Little Sable Point Lighthouse
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Michigan's Adventure
    ‪43 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

Living Room 2

1 Double Sofa Bed

Lower level - North side

1 Queen Bed

Lower level - South side

1 Queen Bed

Upper level - North side

1 Queen Bed

Upper level - South side

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Lower

Toilet · Shower only

Upper

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Lake Michigan Beachfront Cottage Huge Deck Low Bluff Newly Remodeled Kayaks SUP

This beautiful Lake Michigan beachfront cottage has been recently remodeled and is ready for you and your group to enjoy time together on the shores of Lake Michigan. The home has 4 bedrooms, 2 full baths, 2 fully equipped kitchens and 2 living room areas and dining spaces. The upper level has expansive 16 foot sliders and transom windows, creating a wall of windows to enjoy the sights and sounds, especially sunsets over Lake Michigan. New flooring, kitchen updates including a dishwasher, granite countertops and a brand new A/C system have also been added.

There are 2 levels in this home that have their own separate entrances, providing a unique ability to have privacy if vacationing with multiple families. Each level of the home has 2 bedrooms with queen-sized beds, a full bathroom with a shower, a kitchen, a living room with a sofa bed, and a dining table/chairs. The levels are connected by an exterior stairway.

The upper dining room table will comfortably seat 8 people, plus there are 3 bar stools at the counter and 4 additional folding chairs. The open concept living space allows everyone to be together, whether cooking, playing games or just hanging out.

All bath towels, kitchen towels, bed linens and pillows are provided. Beach towels are not provided.

Hand soap and bar soap is provided for each bathroom. Dishwasher soap, liquid dish soap and hand soap is provided for each kitchen. 2 paper towel rolls and trash bags per kitchen and 2 toilet paper rolls per bathroom are provided to get you started.

There is a washer/dryer on the lower level, just bring your own laundry soap.

When you step out onto the spacious deck, you'll hear the waves and see the gorgeous panoramic views of Lake Michigan. Relax in the comfortable deck furniture or take a short stroll down the boardwalk towards the lake. Swing in the large wooden swing or enjoy a cup of coffee in the 2-seater Adirondack chairs/table which both overlook the water and beach below.

We have a low bluff (only 13 steps) for easy access to our 60 feet of private beach frontage! Directly next door to the north, is Golden Township Park, a public access beach. Silver Lake drains into Lake Michigan by way of Silver Creek which is part of the township park. The water from the creek is often warmer than Lake Michigan creating a popular place for the kids to play! Little Sable Lighthouse is visible from our beach and just a short walk to the south, or you can walk to the north, cross over the creek and have miles of Silver Lake State Park's pristine beach to enjoy.

If you're looking for something to do in the water, we have a 2 individual kayaks, a tandem kayak, 2 SUPs, and a canoe available for your use. We have several inflatable rafts and life jackets in youth to adult sizes.

There are 4 chaise lounge chairs for relaxing in the sun, and many beach chairs to sit down by the water. We have ladder golf, corn hole, and spike ball as well as lots of sand toys for the kids. Games and puzzles are inside when you're ready to take a break from the sun.

When it's meal time, there's a 6 burner gas grill with 2 side burners to accommodate large groups. Enjoy your meals around the large counter-height table on the deck with (6) swivel cushioned chairs. A picnic table is located outside the lower level for additional surface area for meals or playing games.

Enjoy a fire in the fire pit or sit around the cozy fire table on the deck. Either way, be sure to check out the stars at night! Oh, and did we mention the sunsets? They're incredible, and you'll have a front row seat for each one!

Popular nearby attractions include:

Silver Lake Area & it's amazing Sand Dunes: (3 miles North)
- Mac Dune Rides
- Jeep and Scooter Rentals
- Boat/Jet Ski and Kayak Rentals
- Go-Carts, Miniature Golf, and lots of activities in town
- Golf Courses
- Wineries
- Silver Lake State Park
- Silver Lake - Public Access
- Little Sable Point Lighthouse (right down the beach)
- Biking trails (Hart/Montague Bike Trail)
- Cherry Point Farm Market & Fish Boils
- Miles of Lake Michigan Beaches

Pentwater: (18 miles North)
- Mears State Park
- Village of Pentwater - Ice Cream Shops, Downtown Gift Shops, Restaurants, Pier, Channel, Fishing & More

Ludington: (38 miles North)
- Ludington State Park - Hiking Trails, Biking and Ice Cream Shops
- Hamlin Lake - Inland Beach, Concessions, Canoe/Kayak Rentals
- Shopping and Restaurants.

New Era: (15 miles Southeast)
- Country Dairy Tours
- Hart-Montague Bike Trail
- Lewis Farm Market and Petting Zoo

Stony Lake: (10 miles South)
- Tube down the Stony Lake River to Lake Michigan
- Stoney Lake Inn - local restaurant

Rothbury: (20 miles Southeast)
- Double JJ Ranch, Water Park, Horseback Riding, Golf

Whitehall: (30 miles South)
- Michigan's Adventure Amusement and Water Park

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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
The cleaning fee does not cover excessive cleaning. If there’s a spill in the refrigerator, or on the floor, it needs to be cleaned up.
Anything that has been used during your stay (except linens and towels), needs to be returned to its original location and condition.

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 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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Mears

Located in Mears, this cottage is near theme parks and on the beach. Lake Michigan and Silver Lake State Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include 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.
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Mears, MI

What's nearby

  • Silver Lake State Park - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Little Sable Point Lighthouse - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Craig's Cruisers Family Fun Center - 11 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Upper Silver Lake - 13 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Silver Lake Sand Dunes Area Chamber of Commerce - 22 min drive - 17.6 km

Getting around

  • Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 74 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Frickin' Chicken Shack - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Golden Sands Bucket Bar - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Lighthouse Grill & Gift Shop - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Whippy Dip - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Farmhouse Kitchen - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lake Michigan Beachfront Cottage Huge Deck Low Bluff Newly Remodeled Kayaks SUP pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Lake Michigan Beachfront Cottage Huge Deck Low Bluff Newly Remodeled Kayaks SUP?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Lake Michigan Beachfront Cottage Huge Deck Low Bluff Newly Remodeled Kayaks SUP?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lake Michigan Beachfront Cottage Huge Deck Low Bluff Newly Remodeled Kayaks SUP?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Lake Michigan Beachfront Cottage Huge Deck Low Bluff Newly Remodeled Kayaks SUP located?

Nestled on the beach, this Mears cottage is within 1 mi (2 km) of Little Sable Point Lighthouse and Lake Michigan. Silver Lake State Park and The Fox Barn Winery are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 71 out of 71 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 71 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 71 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 71 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 71 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Derick P.

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

Beautiful experience

Property and its location are fantastic. Perfect place to soak in Lake Michigan and relax.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cyndi F.

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

Beautiful

Beautiful house in a beautiful location. It was perfect for a family trip.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kelly W.

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

Great Stay

The location of this property on the beach is perfect for families. We enjoyed every minute swimming and sitting outside enjoying the views. Thanks for a great week!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

cris g.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful place. Huge deck was perfect for our small grandkids to play on, even a toddler gate. Short flight of steps, then a short trek down a sand hill to the beach. A creek running parallel to lake shore was great for the toddlers. They loved all the soft sand. The shed was full of toys and chairs for everyone, the sun shield worked out great! Beautiful sunsets every night, we even made s’mores at the fire pit. The house was well equipped and beds were comfy. Perfect for our family of 7 adults and 4 small children.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caroline P.

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

Beautiful house; beautiful location

We had a great stay. Everything was as described. Owners were communicative and obviously put a lot of effort into making this a nice vacation for their renters. There was lots to do and take advantage of during our stay. Thanks for a great vacation!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sheila K.

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

Memorial Weekend 2025

Worth every penny! Million dollar views! Pictures do not do this place justice! Perfect hosts, very responsive, friendly and courteous. Scott and Gwen have meticulously thought of every detail to enhance your stay! The separate quarters on the lower level worked out perfectly for my brother and his family. Do not hesitate to book, you will not be disappointed!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

C D.

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

Perfect sunset deck!

Could spend the whole day on the deck and night by the fire pit, with beautiful beaches stops away — great inside too with wonderful windows and newly decorated.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Janet K.

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

Best Yet!

Exactly right for a 3 generation stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Julie K.

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

A Great Time

My family and I stayed here in July 2023. We had an amazing week. What a wonderful house and location. Hosts were easy to reach and very helpful. We had a group of 5 kids and they had a blast - lots to do with the beach, kayaks, dune rides, mini golf and more. We hope to return!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christine W.

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

Family Vacation

This was a perfect house for our first trip to Michigan. The weather was absolutely perfect. Loved being able to eat dinner on the deck, have the large screen doors open in the evening while playing games. It was great to have access to the beach chairs and kayaks, we used them every day! Working with Scott & Gwen was amazing. Will definitely book this house again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris M.

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

Wedding weekend & family time

The beach house was amazing!! The decor and the design of the house was perfect. The view from the deck was beautiful and I loved sleeping with the screen door open as you could hear the waves crashing!! We were here for our daughter’s wedding at the dunes on the beach.The house had everything you needed for a wonderful stay!! Scott & Gwen were perfect hosts. We can’t wait to come back and make more family memories.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brandon B.

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

Family fun

Views! Also, super close to public beach access (a step) and it’s right where Silver Creek enters Lake Michigan. This allowed for beach days with kayaking, fishing, and amazing sunsets. Close to so many activities. House was nicely renovated and Scott was in touch every other day to check in. We will rent again!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Kelley J.

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

Michigan paradise

What a gorgeous property! Absolutely perfect being right on the water and still minutes from the dunes and silver lake. Our group was 6 adults (3 couples) and it was perfect for us. The house was fully stocked with all necessities and the beds were very comfortable. The upstairs is beautifully updated and honestly... none of us wanted to leave! We are already talking about coming back next year.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Karen E.

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

Cozy Beach House

We had a lovely week at the Sandpiper Beach House on Lake Michigan! The private beach is amazing, and the kids really enjoyed the two kayaks and SUP provided. We watched beautiful sunsets every night from the swing overlooking the beach/lake. The beds are all very comfortable and the kitchen is well stocked with everything you need to cook/bake. The owners were very helpful and were there by text or phone to answer any questions that we had. We loved our stay here and hope to return again next summer! Thank you Scott and Gwen for a wonderful week!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laura H.

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

Fantastic property

This property exceeded our expectations. The owners have clearly put a lot of care into updating the home for vacation rental. The location is fabulous! We loved having Lake Michigan right outside our back door this past week. The beach is amazing. Communication with Scott and Gwen was easy. They left detailed instructions for everything which was very helpful. We hope to be able to rent this home again in the future.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Brianna G.

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

Always a beautiful time!

This is my family's second time renting this property and let me tell you, it took at least a week for all of us to recover from the post-vacation blues. That's how amazing this place is! When describing this property, the first word that comes to all of our minds is "Perfect!" The location, the space, the amenities, the host... it's everything we could ask for. Thank you to Scott and Gwen for being amazing as always.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Eric M.

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

July 2023

Couldn't have asked for a better vacation for grandparents through grandkids. Amazing location for the kids to take advantage of both Lake Michigan and Silver Lake Creek that runs in front of house. Significantly more beach than we experienced at an adjacent location 2 years ago. Multiple kitchens allowed for adequate food storage and preparation. Looking forward to returning next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ken C.

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

Fantastic Fall Weekend

What a great property and great owners. The location was fabulous and the sunsets were out of this world. The house was neat and well stocked. Whenever we had a question, Scott or Gwen would get back to us in SECONDS. We did some apple picking, played golf, played disc golf, went for a long bike ride along the Hart-Montague trail, hiked the sand dunes - just a great, great time. Thanks Gwen and Scott!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Meghan B.

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

Beautiful home in a phenomenal location

We had an amazing time at this rental. The multiple areas or zones both inside and out gave our multi-family group plenty of opportunity to be together when we wanted and also seek out alone time when needed. The proximity and ease of access to Lake Michigan is unbelievable. There are enough stairs that it provided a bit of a barrier between the water and the young children in our group, but few enough stairs that we could run up and down them countless times throughout the day and it wasn't an issue. The location of the house is fantastic. It is so close to so many activities, yet gets very quiet quickly in the evenings and mornings. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Phil C.

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

Amazing Summer Home

My family of 9 had a wonderful stay in this home. The owner was great, helped us with internet outages, kayak planning, and foodie tips at the drop of a hat. The home is really like two homes with each level having independent space but we spent all of our time on the deck and the beach. So glad to see the waters recede Scott! And the little public beach wasn't very busy and had a cool little creek that spills into lake Michigan where the kids chased minnows all day! The kayaks, paddle boards and canoes were a huge plus. I found a couple big bass and the local herons were fun to see. Would stay again in a Hart beat! Check out the breweries and Pentwater.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Erika W.

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

Awesome beach house

We had a great time at this property. We traveled as two families, both with a toddler (1.5 yr and 2.5 yr). The separate living floors were a great setup for us. Offered privacy for each family, and we used the upstairs for all cooking and hangouts. While the house is well-appointed, the standout of this property is the massive deck, the private “sandbox” (aka beach) right off the deck, and the water access to the actual beach. The lake is a little lower this spring, so there’s more actual shoreline to explore. We appreciated the access to kayaks and paddleboard. Silver Lake and surrounding area is a ghost town off of peak season. Most restaurants were still closed while we were there (before Memorial Day) so plan ahead. We’d absolutely stay again and appreciated the owners opening up their home for rental. Thank you Scott and Gwen!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Maria M.

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

Granny's Gang

From the time of our arrival the grounds were pleasant and welcoming. The overall layout of the property was great for our family, especially the area immediately outside of the house. It was a wonderful area close to the water and not having the stress with children going into the water unsupervised. The property has an excellent sitting and sand area next to the home for adults and children. the set up with the chairs and swing overlooking the beach was very relaxing with a gorgeous view in the morning and the sunsets at night. Very relaxing family vacation and everyone enjoyed their time at the house and beach. The host were awesome with communication and easy to get in touch with. We try and do a family vacation once a year and we feel like we have found our new favorite hosts and location. We are thankful and appreciative for you allowing our family to stay and make memories we won't forget!! Granny's Gang
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marta K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an amazing experience staying at Sandpiper cottage. The home was exactly as described - huge deck, clean, cozy and well-equipped with everything We needed. The location was perfect close to Silver Lake Dunes or Cherry Point Farm and Market where we had Fish Boil Dinner.Check in was smooth and communication with the host was fast and helpful. We especially appreciated beautiful view and beach and kayak. The area has many nice hiking trails, apple peach farms and winery.I would definitely stay here again and highly recommend it to anyone visiting the area!
Silver Lake Dunes Ride
Friends getaway weekend
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sierra W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay, beautiful views, and amazing hosts!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katie O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is our second time staying at this beautiful house because we loved it so much the first time! It is open, bright, and clean. It has a great layout for a large extended family to stay together. We spent a lot of time on the beautiful private beach (the shed is full of chairs, toys, paddle boards, and fun games) and it is only a short walk to the Sable lighthouse.Less than a 5 minute car ride to Mac Woods, ORV rental shops, and Craig’s (arcades, go carts, putt putt). 20 minute ride to Lewis Adventure Farms (highly recommend for families). Scott & Gwen are wonderful hosts and were easy to contact with questions.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

About the host

Hosted by Scott & Gwen Bolthouse

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Greetings! We love West Michigan with the many opportunities to enjoy being outdoors and and enjoying family activities! Our family has made countless memories enjoying the beaches, bike trails, canoeing and camping all along the shoreline.

In 2019, since both our boys were in college and we had already sold our family pop-up camper, we considered purchasing a rental property and fell in love with this little cottage. Although it was out of our price range, by renting it to families, we're able to afford the mortgage, taxes, utilities, maintenance and many expenses of a lakefront home. We are hands-on, doing much of the maintenance, care and remodeling personally.

We live in Holland, MI. Gwen is an RN, and Scott owns a business that provides non-medical, in-home care to seniors who aren't ready to move to a nursing home. We are blessed with two adult sons, two daughter-in-laws, a grandson and a golden retriever.

Thank you for considering our place - we think you'll love it!

Why they chose this property

The views from this property are amazing! The public access beach located to the north, give unobstructed views of the lake and the neighbor to the south sits far away from our house, with bushes and trees between us.

The house is comfortable and cozy, all at the same time, making your experience at the beach one to remember. The separate levels allow for privacy, yet the large deck and beach frontage allow for families to gather and enjoy each other.

The linens and towels are included, and the kitchen should have everything you need. Laundry is available on the lower level if you need it, but chances are you won't - after all, you're on vacation, right?

Since this property is relatively new to us, we've been working hard at updating and remodeling between seasons. We've added A/C, a new furnace, water heater, totally remodeled the upper kitchen with granite counter tops, new range, new hard surface flooring, paint, doors, trim and a new 16 foot wall patio door with transom windows.

This is a unique property and we don't take it for granted!

What makes this property unique

The separate living spaces works nicely to provide an extra element of privacy between friends, families or grandchildren. This layout works especially well for parents vacationing with adult children and grandchildren. It's nice to be together, but it's also nice to have options for privacy.

The large deck functions like an extension of the house, with comfortable seating to relax, eat a meal or keep an eye on the grill. Just a few steps toward the waterfront, you can relax on the large Adirondack swing, or enjoy your morning coffee or brunch on the Adirondack chairs at the top of the bluff overlooking the water and beach.

If you are drawn to the water, you can swim, play or go for a walk down the beach. You're also welcome to use our kayaks, SUP or canoe. The low bluff and private beach as well as the public access beach to the north provide lots of space for playing in the sun and waves.

Fortunately, it's your week and you have many opportunities to fill it as you wish - plan ahead and engage, sit-back and relax or strike a balance in-between. Welcome to the Sandpiper!

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