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Riverfront in Downtown Bellaire with Boating, Biking, Hiking, Restaurants & More

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Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8167 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer

Explore the area

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Bellaire, MI
  • Popular LocationShort's Brewing Company9 min walk
  • Popular LocationLake Bellaire4 min drive
  • Popular LocationSchuss Mountain16 min drive
  • AirportTraverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)53 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Dining Area

About this property

Riverfront in Downtown Bellaire with Boating, Biking, Hiking, Restaurants & More

River side hilltop home located in Downtown Bellaire, with decks, a dock for your boat, kayaks, canoes, paddleboards! The Tara is one of the few homes on "The Terrace", the hillside neighborhood in the heart of Bellaire Michigan, overlooking the Intermediate River and with boating access to the Southern Chain of Lakes, including, Torch Lake.

Built in 1887, this historic home is blessed with access to the entire chain of lakes, including beautiful Lake Bellaire, Clam Lake, Torch Lake with its famous "Sand Bar", Lake Skegemog's renowned bass fishing, The Grass River Nature Reserve and more! The Tara is conveniently located, and perfectly situated, for you to enjoy everything the Chain of Lakes has to offer.

Come relax at The Tara to get away and unwind. You are only a few blocks from downtown but will feel like you're miles away from everything. Watch the deer walk past your window and down to the river in the early evening. Catch a glimpse of otters playing by the river. You will also likely see one of the nesting Bald Eagles soaring high overhead on a pretty sunny day!

You're just steps away from memory making family adventures. Walk down to your private river front area on the Intermediate River where you can dock your own boat, or use one of the kayaks or paddle board to explore the waterways. There are miles and miles of gorgeous waterways to explore.

Mountain biking your thing? From your door you can bike to Glacier Hills for hours of trail riding. Golf? Try the Legend at Shanty Creek one of many fantastic course just minutes away in all directions. Do you enjoy fishing? The area has an abundance of trout streams with great fishing. In fact, you can drop your fishing line in the river right at the dock enjoying the sounds of naturewhile you test your luck.

After all that adventuring you may want to vist famous Shorts Brewery for one of their handcraftes beers, custom sandwiches or specialty pizzas.

This charming three bedroom one bath home is walking distance to all the attractions of a bustling resort town with a quaint small town vibe. Golf/Hiking/Mountain Biking/Fishing/Restaurants/Shopping all just minutes away.


WHAT TO DO??

NEARBY SKI AREAS: Shanty Creek Resort (3.3 miles), Cedar River Ski Area (6.8 miles), Schuss Ski Area (7.2 miles), Boyne Mountain Resort (27.5 miles)

THINGS TO DO: Torch Lake (~1 hour boat ride from the home), Short's Brewing Company Bellaire Pub (0.4 miles), Downtown Bellaire (0.6 miles), Lake Bellaire - boating, marinas, swimming, fishing, public beach (2.8 miles), Glacial Hills Pathway and Natural Area Trailhead - hiking, biking, snowshoeing, cross country skiing (2.9 miles), Torch Lake Cellars (4.0 miles), Avalanche Bay Indoor Waterpark (27.5 miles), Traverse City (36.8 miles), Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore (64.1 miles)

HIT THE LINKS: The Chief Golf Course (3.0 miles), Shanty Creek - The Legend (3.1 miles), Shanty Creek - Summit (3.3 miles), Hawk's Eye Golf Course (4.6 miles), Shanty Creek - Cedar River (6.8 miles), Shanty Creek Resort - Schuss Mountain Golf Course (7.2 miles)

LAKE BELLAIRE (2.8 miles): Summit Village Association Beach Club, boating, boat ramps/marinas, swimming, fishing, public beach access

AIRPORT: Cherry Capital Airport (35.1 miles)

Property manager

Dave & Anne Drummond
Premier Host
Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

Bellaire

Located in Bellaire, this holiday home is in the city centre and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Torch Lake and Torch Lake Park.
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Bellaire, MI

What's nearby

  • Short's Brewing Company - 9 min walk
  • Lake Bellaire - 4 min drive
  • Torch Lake - 9 min drive
  • Schuss Mountain - 16 min drive
  • Clam Lake - 18 min drive

Getting around

  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's - 3 min drive
  • Dockside-Torch Lake - 13 min drive
  • Shanty Creek Resorts - 9 min drive
  • Short's Brewing Company - 9 min walk
  • M88 Morning Grind - 2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Riverfront in Downtown Bellaire with Boating, Biking, Hiking, Restaurants & More pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Riverfront in Downtown Bellaire with Boating, Biking, Hiking, Restaurants & More?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Riverfront in Downtown Bellaire with Boating, Biking, Hiking, Restaurants & More?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Riverfront in Downtown Bellaire with Boating, Biking, Hiking, Restaurants & More located?

Located in the heart of Bellaire, this holiday home is within 2 miles (3 km) of Short's Brewing Company, Lake Bellaire and Intermediate Lake. The Chief Golf Course is 2.9 mi (4.6 km) away.

Reviews

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Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Katherine B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Late Winter stay
My husband and I stayed from March 1-4. We got lucky with 60-70 degree weater all weekend. Sitting out on the front porch in the full day of sunshine (house faces south) was glorious! The bedrooms were super coze with great bedding that kept us warm on the cool nights. The kitchen was outstanding, brand new, fully equipped with 3 coffee makers, toaster, ice machine, oven/range and all the pans you need to make a dinner. Having two separate tv spaces was really nice as well. I love the front room with the old world charm and big comfy sectional. Downtown is super close to walk or drive. Host was kind and accomodating,.everything was clean and the washer and dryer worked great. I love a functional yet charming space!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica S., Galion, Ohio

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
4 days at the Tara
Great getaway!!. Beautiful yard for our dogs to enjoy. Large covered front porch was so nice to sit and relax. The personal dock was more than I imagined fishing, swimming, kayaking!! Wonderful Hosts!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

John A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bellaire in August
The Tara is a very nice property. Great front porch. Lots of outdoor space. Great location for boating. Super responsive owners. … and rubber ducks! What more could you want!?!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rachel D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A great getaway!
We had a wonderful time at this cute property! The hosts were very accommodating as we checked in and throughout our stay. The house was perfect for a friends getaway with new babies and a dog. Definitely recommend this VRBO! It’s walking distance to downtown Bellaire and a short drive to other cities in Northern MI.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Toni B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely home with river and lake access
This is a beautifully decorated home. We loved the proximity to town and the river access. There were many extras to make our stay more comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

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