[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Arrakis on Lake Michigan: Beach, Dunes, Privacy, Custom-built Lakefront vacation home with kitchen and balcony ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83570000/83565700/83565631/27ca7386.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, books, computer monitors](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83570000/83565700/83565631/38e4eac6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, books, computer monitors](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83570000/83565700/83565631/16fa1046.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83570000/83565700/83565631/6c350074.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Beach nearby, sun loungers, beach towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83570000/83565700/83565631/4357e90f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Escape to a serene beach home on the shores of Lake Michigan, perched high on a sand dune and surrounded by nature. This spacious retreat offers private living spaces, an open-concept dining area, and access to incredible hiking trails and scenic landscapes. Guests can unwind at the beach or enjoy local produce from roadside stands. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 102300 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Dryer - Pet-friendly - Washer - Fireplace - 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. ### Arrakis on Lake Michigan: Beach, Dunes, Privacy, Custom-built \*\*\*15% weekly discount \*\*\* Relax with the whole family at this peaceful beach home on the shores of Lake Michigan. This spacious home is the perfect spot to vacation, work remotely, and connect with the people you love. Perched high on a sand dune and surrounded by nature. This property is the perfect blend of beach access and privacy. This is a fairly remote part of Lake Michigan which means you get incredible access to the water and gorgeous landscapes everywhere you look. Cell phone service, however, is virtually gone once you're about 5-7 minutes from the house. Using wi-fi to make calls and texts on Apple and some Android devices is an easy remedy once you arrive. At a minimum, guests will need to be able to climb a big set of stairs to get inside the home. Please be aware that we have a video doorbell at the front door for security purposes only. The device is in clear view and includes both a camera and microphone. The Silver Lake / Hart area has the vacation goodies you need--incredible hiking, biking, sand dunes, seasonal and locally-grown produce, and a slow-pace vibe to help you fully relax. The space This is a custom built 2,339 sq ft home with huge open-concept dining, kitchen, and living. There are four bedrooms, two on the main floor and two on the top floor. Bedroom 1: Queen bed Loveseat sofa sleeper Ceiling fan Bedroom 2: Double bed Ceiling Fan Smart TV Bedroom 3: Queen bed Queen sofa sleeper Ceiling fan Bedroom 4--Owner's Suite: King bed En-suite bathroom Walk-in closet Private balcony Ceiling fan Smart TV Guest access Guests have full access to the finished living spaces on the main and upper floor as well as the beach. Beach access is a 10-minute walk to public beach at Little Sable Point Lighthouse. You and your guests will have access to the deck, outdoor dining, outdoor lounge furniture, and a propane grill. 10-minute walk to public beach. No private beach access. We are all guests of Lake Michigan. Please be respectful of nature, property, and the community that's welcoming you. Other things to note If you're looking for privacy, nature, local produce and local food, recreation for the whole family, and zero fuss--this is the spot. This area is famous for ORV dune riding on Silver Lake Sand Dunes. Look it up if you don't know about it. It's like Mad Max up close and personal in summer. People come from all over! This area also has some really special qualities that are harder and harder to find these days. Here's a list of some of our favorite things about this community: \- Amazing local produce; seasonal eating at it's finest can be found on roadside stands and local grocery stores. \- Slow-pace; things move slower around here. It's a really chill vibe you just feel as soon as you hit the sweeping landscapes of the dunes and the water and the 4-season's Michigan fona. Vacation mode activated. \- Recreation; Ludington, Pentwater, Michigan's Adventure (water and amusement park about 40 minutes away), bike trails, lavender farms, dune hikes, Little Sable Point Lighthouse, fishing, and much more. \- Great food; La Probadita, Hansen's Grocery, Country Dairy, Cherry Pointe, and more. All local and fresh and made by people who know what they're doing! ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby - Beach loungers - Beach towels ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Ice maker - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bidet - Shower - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Computer monitor ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - 2 pets total ### Suitability/Accessibility - Designated smoking areas ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - On a lake ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Garden - Unit size: 2,300 square feet ## Similar properties ![On the beach, sun loungers, beach towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89510000/89505400/89505378/b3f0b02b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Beachin Lighthouse Villa at Silver Lake Sand Dunes and Little Sable Lighthouse Mears - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 10 Exceptional 59 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-24&endDate=2025-10-25&selected=89505378&PinnedHotelID=89505378&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38440000/38437000/38436907/0839a9fd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Lake Michigan Beachfront Cottage Huge Deck Low Bluff Newly Remodeled Kayaks SUP Mears - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 10 Exceptional 71 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-24&endDate=2025-10-25&selected=38436907&PinnedHotelID=38436907&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94720000/94714100/94714020/bc25e616.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Newly built 4-bedroom cottage w/ WiFi & AC next to dunes, Lake Michigan & beach Mears - Washer - Dryer - Air conditioning 9.2 Wonderful 10 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-24&endDate=2025-10-25&selected=94714020&PinnedHotelID=94714020&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110800000/110792000/110791910/72faf2bf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Dunes & Waves Retreat | Perfect Lake Getaway Mears - Hot tub - Washer - Dryer - Air conditioning 10 Exceptional 2 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-24&endDate=2025-10-25&selected=110791910&PinnedHotelID=110791910&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104410000/104408600/104408563/deef7d2f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Breathtaking Sunsets,Private Beach Access, Game Room, Fire Pit and More! 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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 ## About the area Located in Mears, this vacation home is on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Silver Lake State Park. Craig's Cruisers Family Fun Center and Lewis Farm Market & Petting Farm are also worth visiting. [Visit our Mears travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Mears.dx55486) [View more Vacation homes in Mears](https://www.expedia.ca/Mears-Private-Vacation-Homes.d55486-aaPrivateVacationHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![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%7C43.64352%2C-86.54056&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=VOXpyLkqJRZiHVb07zSqaCVhlIY=) Mears, MI ### What's nearby - Little Sable Point Lighthouse - 14 min walk - 1.2 km - Silver Lake State Park - 5 min drive - 2.5 km - Craig's Cruisers Family Fun Center - 12 min drive - 7.2 km - Upper Silver Lake - 14 min drive - 8.2 km - Silver Lake Sand Dunes Area Chamber of Commerce - 26 min drive - 19.7 km ### Getting around - Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 70 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Frickin' Chicken Shack - ‬11 min drive - ‪Golden Sands Bucket Bar - ‬17 min drive - ‪Lighthouse Grill & Gift Shop - ‬7 min drive - ‪Whippy Dip - ‬8 min drive - ‪Farmhouse Kitchen - ‬15 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Arrakis on Lake Michigan: Beach, Dunes, Privacy, Custom-built pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). ### What time is check-in at Arrakis on Lake Michigan: Beach, Dunes, Privacy, Custom-built? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Arrakis on Lake Michigan: Beach, Dunes, Privacy, Custom-built? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Arrakis on Lake Michigan: Beach, Dunes, Privacy, Custom-built located? > Situated on a lake, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Little Sable Point Lighthouse, Lake Michigan, and Silver Lake State Park. 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