[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # South Shore Bear Lake Family Cottage Beachfront cottage for sun and fun ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100440000/100433000/100432933/01cbcaf0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100440000/100433000/100432933/5c3b14bb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![On the beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100440000/100433000/100432933/df0bfd08.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100440000/100433000/100432933/0ead328d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100440000/100433000/100432933/b207803a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location On the shores of Bear Lake, this 3-bedroom cottage offers a tranquil retreat. Spend hours outside with sandy beach frontage, shallow dock and big enclosed backyard. Inside, enjoy modern comforts like Smart TVs and high-speed Wi-Fi. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6 ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Beach view - Dryer - Washer - Barbecue grill - Kitchen ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### South Shore Bear Lake Family Cottage Sandy Frontage on Bear Lake, With Shallow Dock! Property ID#386667 – 3 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, Sleeps 6. Sleeping Arrangements: All bedrooms on the main floor include King, Queen and Twin Bunks. Two children’s sleeping mats & portable crib also available. This rare, family vacation cottage on Bear Lake has sandy beach frontage with shallow, walk-in shore perfect for swimmers of all ages. You'll spend endless hours outside with a long, shallow dock, big enclosed back yard and large deck. Inside, you'll find all the comforts of home with clean, modern finishes. This is a convenient, family-friendly destination you will not want to miss! Property features high-speed Wi-Fi and Smart TVs (no cable), gas grill and central air. Washer/dryer, lawn games, portable crib, high chair and booster seat on premises. The kitchen is fully stocked for everyday meal prep and barbequing on the deck. Dishes, pots and pans, silverware, glasses, basic spices, bbq tools, etc. Small appliances include VitaMix blender, microwave, slow-cooker, toaster and drip-coffee maker (as well as a Keurig) available for guest use. Also included: quality bed linens, bath and beach towels, basic house-cleaning supplies and a starter set of paper products. LOCATION: Only 16 miles from Manistee, 48 miles to Traverse City, 5 miles to Lake Michigan, 14 Miles to Crystal Mountain and 40 miles to Sleeping Bear Sand Dunes. This wonderful location offers plenty of options for the whole family! Please Note: This lovely property is in a quiet, family neighborhood in Bear Lake. Parties and gatherings are not allowed. No smoking or vaping of any kind on property. Parking is limited to 2 vehicles in driveway. The Boardwalk Vacation Rentals Promise: To our guests, we promise a memorable and stress-free vacation. To deliver on this promise, we are committed to providing: \- Well-appointed and maintained rental properties \- Attentive responses to inquiries \- Exceptionally detailed cleaning \- Clear and proactive communication at appropriate intervals \- Properly stocked amenities \- Access to resources for enhancing the vacation experience If we come up short with any of these, we strongly encourage you to contact us directly and we will make it right. Check-in any time after 4:00PM and check out time is 10:00AM. We are typically not able to accommodate early arrivals or late departures from May – September. Any request for additional time will depend on availability of the rental and additional fees may apply. ARRIVAL (after 4:00PM): There is no formal check-in procedure. Arrival details are sent prior to your check-in date and will include the exact location of the property, parking and entry information. Guests will have a private, secure entrance and the rental is not shared by owners or other guests. DEPARTURE (by 10:00AM): We have a short checklist we ask renters to follow upon departure. It includes making sure the property is left tidy, furniture is in the same place you found it, everything is closed, locked and turned off and the thermostat is set properly. These items will only take a couple of minutes but help our staff immensely. Please be aware all rental policies and house rules are strictly enforced. This includes occupancy limits, age requirements, the ‘no parties’ and ‘no smoking’ clauses or any other rule posted online or within the rental. These rules are often defined by local ordinances, Homeowner’s Associations or other legal requirements and can result in fines or eviction if violated. We do not provide additional refunds for cancellations, late arrivals or early departures except as defined in the posted cancellation policy. For safety reasons, there may be external security cameras in use. Please contact us if there are any questions or concerns. ## Property amenities ### Beach - On the beach ### Internet - Available in the cottage: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Location highlights - Near a health/beauty spa - Near the marina - On a lake ### Things to do - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Hunting nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Sailing nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing 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) - Fire extinguisher ## Similar properties ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/62000000/61360000/61350600/61350552/c53e19ac.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hemingway's Hideaway: A Fall Retreat with Stunning Bear Lake Views Bear Lake - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 10 Exceptional 33 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-28&endDate=2025-10-29&selected=61350552&PinnedHotelID=61350552&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114970000/114966400/114966359/96809b81.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Bear Lake Dog-Friendly Home w Frontage, Dock Bear Lake - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 10 Exceptional 2 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-28&endDate=2025-10-29&selected=114966359&PinnedHotelID=114966359&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100650000/100642200/100642129/e1b4b64d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Bear Lake Bliss - 3bd/2ba overlooking Bear Lake w/ private dock Bear Lake - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Air conditioning 10 Exceptional 11 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-28&endDate=2025-10-29&selected=100642129&PinnedHotelID=100642129&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110630000/110622700/110622686/af145dd1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Bear Lake Garden House - 3 Bedroom house with Wi-Fi and Large Deck Bear Lake - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 10 Exceptional 10 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-28&endDate=2025-10-29&selected=110622686&PinnedHotelID=110622686&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18800000/18797500/18797452/5b7e9361.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 100' Prime Lakefront w/sandy lake bottom - updated cottage w/dock/boats/bikes Bear Lake - Kitchen - Free WiFi - Outdoor space - Parking available 9.6 Exceptional 69 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-28&endDate=2025-10-29&selected=18797452&PinnedHotelID=18797452&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34210000/34200900/34200817/509baaa1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Waterfront Cabin, Great View, Private Beach, Sunsets Arcadia - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 9.4 Exceptional 60 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-28&endDate=2025-10-29&selected=34200817&PinnedHotelID=34200817&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Sun loungers, beach towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108270000/108267100/108267054/72b33727.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Relaxing Family Vacation Home Steps from Lake Michigan Beaches, Golf, and Fun. 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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 ### Property is also known as 386667 ## About the area Located in Bear Lake, this cottage is on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Misty Acres Preserve, while Arcadia Area Historical Museum and Michigan Legacy Art Park are cultural highlights. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and cycling. 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