Chalet in Fife Lake, MI

Quiet, Spacious, Serene Retreat Located in a Private Wooded Setting

Quiet, Spacious, Serene Retreat Located in a Private Wooded Setting

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Scenic and serene, only 20 minutes from TC. Woods and water, a beautiful retreat
Exterior
Private kitchen
Interior
Dining

Overview of Quiet, Spacious, Serene Retreat Located in a Private Wooded Setting

Reviews
9.8 out of 10 Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6214 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Check out the area

Fife Lake, MI
  • Popular LocationFife Lake7 min drive
  • Popular LocationSpider Lake32 min drive
  • AirportTraverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)38 min drive
  • Popular LocationFront Street41 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Loft Bedroom

2 Queen Beds

Sun Room

1 Double Futon

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Quiet, Spacious, Serene Retreat Located in a Private Wooded Setting

A private gated drive leads to The Chalet and its a 160 acres of quiet scenic serenity. This home offers a spacious, open floor plan (approximately 2,000 sq. ft.), and many windows engulfing one in sunshine, calm and nature.

The home rents weekly from Saturday to Saturday in prime summer weeks and can also be rented on a daily basis thereafter.

Amenities:

Interior – The main level features a fully equipped kitchen, queen bedroom and full bathroom (all linens and towels provided). The living space is an open layout with high ceilings and a large fieldstone wood burning fireplace. There is a good sized sunroom equipped with a futon for extra sleeping. The upstairs loft has 2 queen beds and another full size bath.

AC and washer/dryer also provided.

Exterior - The private 160 acres include 2 spring fed lakes, great for swimming, fishing, hiking, etc. The swim raft, fishing boat, kayak and paddle boat are included.

Other exterior features include a fire pit, spacious decking, and and charcoal grill.

The Chalet is a perfect winter getaway with snowshoeing, cross-country skiing (on property and near VASA trails) and miles of snowmobile trails right outside the gate!

We also have more properties within a mile of The Chalet that could be utilized in combination with the Chalet to accommodate a larger group (VRBO Listing #653026 The Cabin, and # 1654154 The Lodge)!

Key words: Private lake and access to miles of snowmobile trails

Property manager

Carole Loftis
Premier Host
Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:30 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Spacious grounds.

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 20 lb per pet (limit 2 pets 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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit

About the area

Fife Lake

Located in Fife Lake, this chalet is on the waterfront. Front Street and Grand Traverse Mall are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Michigan and Sand Lakes Quiet Area. Flintfields Horse Park and Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Fife Lake - 7 min drive
  • Spider Lake - 32 min drive
  • Traverse City Beach - 39 min drive
  • Traverse City State Park - 40 min drive
  • Front Street - 41 min drive

Getting around

  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • Fife Lake Inn - 8 min drive
  • Yankee Boy Restaurant - 13 min drive
  • Gordy's Place - 8 min drive
  • The Loon's Nest - 8 min drive
  • Fife Lake Dairy Bar - 8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Quiet, Spacious, Serene Retreat Located in a Private Wooded Setting pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 20 lb per pet.

What time is check-in at Quiet, Spacious, Serene Retreat Located in a Private Wooded Setting?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Quiet, Spacious, Serene Retreat Located in a Private Wooded Setting?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Quiet, Spacious, Serene Retreat Located in a Private Wooded Setting located?

Offering ski-in/ski-out access, this chalet in Fife Lake is situated on a lake, 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Fife Lake, and is convenient for winter activities, such as cross-country skiing and sledging. Rennie Lake and Forest Lakes are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Courtney B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Always lovely
I have stayed at the Chalet several times and each time is wonderful. I love this property and Carole is an amazing and accommodating host. Couldn't ask for a better experience!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful place to getaway
My husband and I spent the weekend here with our dogs in October. The fall colors around the lake were unparalleled. Kitchen was stocked, bed was comfy, plenty of room for the dogs to run. We walked through the forest to the other lake and watched bald eagles. Deer came to visit in the evening. Nice quiet and relaxing stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maureen M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gorgeous lake house
We enjoyed a chilly fall extended weekend. Chalet is well planned and functional, plugs and lights where you want them, etc. We were delighted to find we could leave our cotton thermal blankets in their bag, since the hosts have them on the beds. I enjoyed cooking in the well supplied kitchen. Hubbie worked a bit, internet slows down a lot on the weekend (like most places up north), so watching shows that I downloaded early in the morning through my phone’s hot spot worked quite well. A wonderful get away.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kate R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Serene Piece of Paradise
Our weekend stay here was too short! This very private spot, surrounded by woods with a small lake for paddling was perfect for relaxing on the large deck and watching the dogs run and play. The house had everything we needed and Carole was very accessible for questions. We hope to be able to return some day!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

About the host

Hosted by Carole Loftis

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I live in Grand Haven in the woods on the beach and have been coming up to the Fife Lake area for the past 20 years. I spend much of my time up north. My neighbors in GH, who come only in the summer, always wonder why I could possibly be going any where else!

Why they chose this property

My husbands father built his cabin in Fife Lake in the forties. We loved the woods and beautiful lakes in the area and subsequently found our own place on Downs Lake in 1994. The Chalet, also on Downs lake was purchased in 2002. The original cabin, close by, has been renovated and can be rented along with the Chalet.

What makes this property unique

The chalet is a peaceful place in the center of nature. Watch and observe closely, you will not be disappointed.

Languages:

English

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