Title: Bear Lake | Kayaks, Firepit, Lake Access, Beach - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=107518630&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire cabin # Bear Lake | Kayaks, Firepit, Lake Access, Beach Lakefront cabin in Lake with kitchen ## Photo gallery for Bear Lake | Kayaks, Firepit, Lake Access, Beach ![Smart TV - Bear Lake | Kayaks, Firepit, Lake Access, Beach (Lake)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107520000/107518700/107518630/378aaf51.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Smart TV - Bear Lake | Kayaks, Firepit, Lake Access, Beach (Lake)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107520000/107518700/107518630/2b1c88bb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Bear Lake | Kayaks, Firepit, Lake Access, Beach (Lake)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107520000/107518700/107518630/75788bf3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV - Bear Lake | Kayaks, Firepit, Lake Access, Beach (Lake)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107520000/107518700/107518630/49f2f649.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Children's area - Bear Lake | Kayaks, Firepit, Lake Access, Beach (Lake)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107520000/107518700/107518630/405a2124.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Nestled on the shores of Bear Lake, Bear Lake Retreat offers a serene escape with direct beach access to crystal-clear waters. Whether you're seeking adventure or relaxation, unwind in this fully renovated cottage and enjoy nearby ATV/ORV trails, kayaking on the lake, or explore Clare's shops and restaurants just minutes away. ## Reviews 8.0 Very good ### Entire cabin 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 8 ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Pet friendly - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Outdoor Space - Parking available ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Bear Lake | Kayaks, Firepit, Lake Access, Beach Welcome to Bear Lake Retreat, where every day is a vacation. Nestled amidst the breathtaking beauty of Bear Lake, this fully renovated cottage offers more than just a place to stay; it's a gateway to an up north paradise. Enjoy direct beach access to a private lake where the crystal-clear waters beckon you to relax and unwind. Whether you're seeking adventure or tranquility, Bear Lake Retreat is your perfect escape. Bear Lake Retreat is adjacent to 5000 acres of public use land with ORV Trails. Not enough riding there, within 20 mins there are countless miles of ATV/ORV trails. Not your thing? Relax with your kayaks on Bear Lake. Just minutes to Clare "City of Festivals" and home to Cops and Donuts. With a wide variety of restaurant and shops your just only a few clicks away from your next summer adventure in Northern Michigan. Dont worry we have winter fun here too. 20 mins from Snow Snake Ski and golf Resort. Bear Lake is the perfect location for a winter weekend. ## Property amenities ### Ski - Cross-country skiing nearby - Snowboarding nearby ### Pool/Spa - Massage ### Internet - Available in the cabin: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Car recommended - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table ### Entertainment - Games - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden ### Laundry - Laundromat nearby ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Concierge services ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In a village - Near a hospital - Near a zoo - On a lake ### Things to do - Kayak - Birdwatching nearby - Casino nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Hunting nearby - Ice skating nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Rafting nearby - Sledding nearby - Snowmobiling nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby - Water tubing nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Winery tours nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92320000/92313700/92313675/3ba12e13.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Russell's Roost Camping , Boating, Fishing ON Martiny Chain of Lakes. 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### We should mention A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property ### Property is also known as orp5b6924bx ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C43.89083%2C-84.95917&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=S9B3X_KglOS8HqaZjFiaIPFpdSU=) Lake, MI #### What's nearby - Bear Lake \- 11 min walk \- 1.0 km - Towline Lake \- 2 min drive \- 2.9 km - Dollar Lake \- 7 min drive \- 1.8 km - Soaring Eagle Waterpark \- 27 min drive \- 58.6 km - Soaring Eagle Casino and Resort \- 30 min drive \- 60.7 km #### Restaurants - ‪Whistle Stop - ‬12 min drive - ‪Buccilli's Pizza - ‬10 min drive - ‪Swiss Inn - ‬16 min drive - ‪The Nest Diner - ‬10 min drive - ‪Michigan Eagle Family Rec Center - ‬16 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Bear Lake | Kayaks, Firepit, Lake Access, Beach pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Bear Lake | Kayaks, Firepit, Lake Access, Beach? ### What time is check-out at Bear Lake | Kayaks, Firepit, Lake Access, Beach? ### Where is Bear Lake | Kayaks, Firepit, Lake Access, Beach located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Bear Lake | Kayaks, Firepit, Lake Access, Beach Reviews ## Reviews ### Very good All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 0 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 8.0 Cleanliness ### 8.0 Property conditions & facilities ## Reviews ### 8/10 Good #### Jay May 10, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication Lot of the houses around it were dumps But it was a nice place ##### Jay Stayed 4 nights in May 2025 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Cabins of Mackinaw](https://www.expedia.ca/Mackinaw-City-Hotels-Cabins-Of-Mackinaw.h8376781.Hotel-Information) > > [Kewadin Casinos Sault Ste. 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