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Luxury Lakefront Family Retreat: Swimming, Kayaks, Bikes, Game Room, Hot Tub!

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A lakeside view with colorful Adirondack chairs arranged on a concrete circle, a tree, and a dock with boats.
A grassy area with a dock extending into a lake, kayaks mounted on a wooden stand, and a tree to the right.
A dock extending into calm water with a grassy area in the foreground.
A stationary boat with a blue deck, metal railings, and a white cabin structure.
A bedroom with a bunk bed, a single bed with a wooden headboard, a ceiling fan, an air conditioning unit, and a green patterned rug.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
Located at the waterfront, this cottage features 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, accommodating 14 guests. It offers a separate living room and a hot tub. Enjoy beach views from the patio while indulging in nearby activities like birdwatching, swimming, and kayaking. Silver Lake State Park and Upper Silver Lake are nearby attractions.

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Silver Lake State Park
4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 14

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool on site
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue
  • Patio
  • Toys

Explore the area

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Mears, MI
  • Place, Silver Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Silver Lake State Park
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Upper Silver Lake
    ‪18 min walk‬

Where you'll sleep

4 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Bedroom 1 (Captain's Quarters)

1 King Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Bedroom 2 (First Mate's Qtrs)

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Bedroom 3 (Fisherman's Landing)

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4 (Turtle's Cove) with daybed/trundle

2 Single Beds

Living Room 1

1 Queen Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3 (outdoor shower)

Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Number of living rooms
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Luxury Lakefront Family Retreat: Swimming, Kayaks, Bikes, Game Room, Hot Tub!

Weekly/Monthly discounts for 7 or more nights.

Private lake front. Great for swimming or fishing. Walk or kayak to the dunes/ beach. Walk or Bike to everything. Pedal boat, Kayaks, bikes, lake side fire pit, hot tub and game room. Just 10 minutes to Lake Michigan, 15 minutes from downtown Hart, 20 minutes to Pentwater, 30 minutes to Whitehall or Montague, 35 minutes to Ludington.

Welcome to our family cottage on all sports Silver Lake, Mears. Silver Lake is a 690 acre All Sports lake with a nice sandy bottom, great for swimming and nearly 2,000 acres of sand dunes, a day-use area on Silver Lake (inland lake) and Silver Lake ORV Area. Our cottage is a 1400sf (+ 576sf garage/game room= total 1976sf) well equipped private cottage with contactless check in. Clean, comfortable and air conditioned with amazing lake views and dune views from nearly every room. We strive to exceed all expectations.

Ideal for two to three small families (6 adults plus kids or 8-10 adults) for a memorable vacation. NO parties/events. NO wedding parties/events. NO bachelor / bachelorette parties.

Bring your boat or jet ski or rent one! The public boat launch is just 7 houses away.

FLOOR PLAN LAYOUT & AMENITIES: Our 4-bedroom Dune Haven Lakehouse Cottage is beautifully decorated and has amazing lake views and dune views from almost every room. The open concept great room has vaulted ceilings and consists of kitchen, dining area and living room with the most amazing views!

The kitchen is nicely updated with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, Keurig and regular coffee maker, tea pot, crock pot, mixer and a dining table for gathering - indoor dining for 10-12, as well as outdoor dining for 14 on the multiple patio areas in front and back. Living area has comfortable seating and spectacular views of both the lake and the dunes, a 50-inch smart tv, DVD player, stereo, WiFi, and games. There are 4 Smart tv's: the living room, the king master bedroom, queen master bedroom and the garage/game room. Two newly updated full bathrooms and an outdoor shower with hot/cold water that is enclosed for privacy. Laundry with new washer and dryer.

All Linens (bedding, bath towels, beach towels, kitchen towels), Starter Kit (travel size dish detergent, 2 dish washer pods, 2 toilet paper in each bathroom, 2 laundry pods, 1 roll of paper towels, travel size toiletries, variety of Keurig coffees, tea, sugar and basic spices) and a starter propane tank.

SLEEPING ACCOMMODATIONS (sleeps 14): King master bedroom with sliders to a private patio with awesome lake views, also has tv, bunk beds and on-suite shared bathroom, Queen master bedroom with French door to a private patio with awesome lake views, also has tv, bunk beds and on-suite shared bathroom, Queen bedroom, and bedroom with daybed and trundle, pack-n-play. The great room has a queen sofa sleeper (and the best views in the house)!

OUTSIDE: Our property boasts 60ft private lake frontage (just steps across N. Shore Dr.) with a lakeside firepit, 60ft dock, pontoon lift and jet ski lift and .39 acre property that adjoins Edgewood Drive. Our Cottage sits just across the street from our private lakefront lot, where you can swim or fish, boat/kayak or just sit by the fire pit and enjoy the fantastic views. There is plenty of space to spread out, barbecue on the patio overlooking the lake and dunes or on the back patio by the rec room/garage which also has great lake and dune views. We have an outdoor shower with hot/cold water, kayaks, bikes, pedal boat, 2 fire pits, gas grill (with starter propane tank), corn hole, horseshoes, wagon, beach chairs, fun family games. Oh, and did I forget to mention, we have a therapeutic HOT TUB (also with great lake views)!

We have an awesome-cool rec/game room in the 24 x 24ft (that's 576sf!) detached garage with bikes, a tv and refrigerator, wicker outdoor patio conversation seating, ping pong, foosball, and garage doors that open to a patio with outdoor seating/dining and views of the lake and dunes! Our rec/game room in the garage is open all year round but is not heated or cooled.

Off Season Rental (November-March) requires minimum 30-day (discounted) booking. We welcome long term renters!

** Please note that outdoor equipment and furnishings are stored away from approx. late October until May.

**Hot tub, Lawncare and landscaping maintenance will be performed as needed without notice.**

BOAT RENTAL:
https://thinkdunes.com/business/waveclub-watersports-rentals/
or
https://www.waveclubwatersports.com/
Boat launch at the public boat launch is just 7 houses away!
Boat Rentals should be booked well in advance as they book up quickly.

ATTRACTIONS:
Silver Lake State Park (walk to the dunes and beach from our Cottage), Mac Woods Dune Rides, Silver Lake Buggy Rentals, Craig's Cruisers, Little Sable Point Lighthouse, Michigan’s Adventure, Lewis Farm Adventure Farm & Zoo, Muskegon, Muskegon Luge and Sports Complex, golf courses, wineries, Lake Michigan, bike & walking trails, light houses, museums and historical sites, and horseback riding.

This is our own personal family vacation home. We spend time here with our kids and grandchildren and we’ve done our best to make it a comfortable, enjoyable, and special place to make our own family memories. We hope you enjoy our home (and respect it) as much as we do!

Sorry we do not allow smoking or pets at our Silver Lake Dune Haven Lakehouse Cottage.

This rental may NOT be used for parties, bachelor / bachelorette parties.
**NO PARTIES
We are in a quiet, family friendly, lakeside neighborhood. Please respect our neighbors.
Quiet time for all guests is 10:00pm EST.
NO PARTIES. NO PETS. NO SMOKING ON PREMISES. Please note: Any violation of our house rules will result in an immediate and nonrefundable eviction.

Guests must respond to all messages from Host within 4 hours using the VRBO platform.


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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
CANCELLATIONS – All reservation payments are non-refundable. We suggest travel insurance. Signed Rental Agreement and Id (driver's license) Required
Quiet time is 10:00pm EST NO PARTIES and no persons outside of your originally contracted group may visit the property during your stay. No Fireworks
NO SMOKING/NO PETS: Pets or Smoking in the house will result in the loss of your security deposit. Marijuana is not permitted on the property.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3983856vb
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
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Mears

Located in Mears, this cottage is next to a golf course and on the waterfront. Lake Michigan and Silver Lake State Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Craig's Cruisers Family Fun Center and Lewis Farm Market & Petting Farm. Travelling with kids? Consider Corn Maze and Gold Rush Water Park. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and hiking.
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Mears, MI

What's nearby

  • Silver Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Silver Lake State Park - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Craig's Cruisers Family Fun Center - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Upper Silver Lake - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • S.S. Badger: Lake Michigan Carferry - 36 min drive - 55.6 km

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Open Hearth Grille - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Golden Eatery - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Whippy Dip - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Lighthouse Grill & Gift Shop - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Luxury Lakefront Family Retreat: Swimming, Kayaks, Bikes, Game Room, Hot Tub! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Luxury Lakefront Family Retreat: Swimming, Kayaks, Bikes, Game Room, Hot Tub!?

As of 23 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Luxury Lakefront Family Retreat: Swimming, Kayaks, Bikes, Game Room, Hot Tub! on 4 Nov 2026 start from AU$5,730, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Luxury Lakefront Family Retreat: Swimming, Kayaks, Bikes, Game Room, Hot Tub!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Luxury Lakefront Family Retreat: Swimming, Kayaks, Bikes, Game Room, Hot Tub!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Luxury Lakefront Family Retreat: Swimming, Kayaks, Bikes, Game Room, Hot Tub!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Luxury Lakefront Family Retreat: Swimming, Kayaks, Bikes, Game Room, Hot Tub! located?

This family-friendly Mears cottage is located on the waterfront, within a 10-minute walk of Silver Lake and Silver Lake State Park. Craig's Cruisers Family Fun Center and Upper Silver Lake are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 43 out of 46 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 46 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It's a great place to stay, never any complaints when we visit.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 16 July 2026
Thank you, Travis. It’s always a pleasure to host you! See you again next year! Laurie and Vic
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house for a large family! Many great amenities including a boat and jetski dock! Our family thoroughly enjoyed our visit!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our second year staying at the property with our three-generation family. The property is well-maintained and the hosts have literally thought of everything, from mini-shampoo/conditioner starters to beach and bath towels, to directions to everything, to the games chosen in the game room garage. If you're looking for a place where the hosts put some thought into how people vacation, this is it!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Aug 2026
Thank you. See you again next year! Laurie and Vic
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location! Beach, Dunes, boats and sunsets. Took the family and each teenager brought a friend…. Plenty to do to keep everyone entertained!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 16 July 2026
Perfect! Thank you. Laurie and Vic
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was stocked, in the kitchen, bathrooms, everything was clean! Great stay, would recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Apr 2026
Thank you for the recommendation! Laurie and Vic
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Overall, we had a wonderful experience. This was a great place for our family to enjoy the Memorial Day weekend. We especially enjoyed the backyard with space our kids could safely play and the access to the lake! We would love to come back again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 11 June 2026
We’d love to have you back again! Thank you. Laurie and Vic
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was the perfect home to share w another family. The layout of the house was convenient and had a beautiful view of the dunes. It was close to town and very clean. The game room was a hit with the whole family. We thoroughly enjoyed the hot tub. The hosts had the home stocked with all the essentials and thought out every detail. We will Definitely be back to this home in the future!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Aug 2026
Perfect! Thank you. See you again next year! Laurie and Vic
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property met all our needs and expectations, the host was excellent and everything went smoothly. Our grandkids loved the paddle boat, kayaks and ping ball, and had plenty to do to keep them busy and active. Highly recommend and would rent again. A big “10” overall and couldn’t have been happier with our experience!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 17 July 2026
Thank you so much for the kind words and recommendation! Laurie and Vic
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property was amazing. Super clean, had all the activities to keep the whole family busy and entertained, and the view of the dunes across the lake was… amazing! Would most certainly recommend. 5/5
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 11 June 2026
Thank you! It was a pleasure to host you and your family. See you again next year! Laurie and Vic
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Overall great stay. Fabulous location. Plentiful amenities.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our family of nine, 6 adults and 3 children ages 6-9, had a great stay at the Dune Haven Cottage! The cottage was very accommodating and the property set up was perfect. Parking worked out great for us having brought three vehicles, including two trucks and trailer for our 16ft. boat, which we moored near the dock. There was so much to keep us busy on the lake and at the dunes that we only left the area once to get ice cream at Scoops and do some souvenir shopping. The kitchen was very well stocked with pots, pans, utensils, ect. making it easy to cook and barbecue all of our meals at the cottage. The kids, old and young, were never bored with all of the toys and games both outside and inside the house. We’re already talking about a return visit. Thank you,Laurie and Vic, for sharing your wonderful property.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Aug 2026
Perfect! We’ll see you again next year. Laurie and Vic
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful house and hosts! Perfect place for our quiet getaway vacation. Has everything you could need and more.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Lake cottage with a lovely view!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay!

We had an amazing week for our family vacation. The house was exactly as described and had everything we needed. Great location and a great mix of relaxing and activities! Thank you!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Aug 2025
Vic and I are so thankful for your visit and glad you had a great week! We hope to have you back again next year!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was well stocked with so many essentials and things to keep the whole family entertained. Location is right next to the dunes.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful!

Great property with all the amenities
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing location! We started an annual friends trip to the sand dunes and this place did not disappoint!! We will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Sept 2025
Thank you, Ashlyn. See you next year! Laurie and Vic
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We have stayed in many Michigan lake houses and this is by far one of the most well appointed. Having the kayaks, the paddle boat, bikes, and beach gear all readily available is amazing. The home itself is very comfortable and has everything that one could need for their stay. I am very choosy about having sharp kitchen knives and was able to locate suitably sharp chefs knife’s in one of the drawers during our stay. I haven’t even mentioned the views. The views of the dunes are world class. We spent hours sitting by the dock watching the dunes change by the minute. A wonderful family vacation to be sure. I would recommend that you stock up on provisions in Muskegon before getting to Silverlake however, because unless you are buying beer or soda there is no fresh produce or quality meats for 30 minutes in any direction.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place with lots of activities

My family had a great time at this property. Swimming in the lake across the street was great. Warm water and clean shallow bottom.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 21 July 2025
Thank you! We’re glad you and your family had a great time. Laurie and Vic
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Always nice!

Perfect spot on the lake. Close to everything yet far enough from all the noise. House is clean, hosts are great!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 10 July 2025
Thank you, Travis. It’s always a pleasure hosting you. We hope to see you again next year! Laurie and Vic
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, great cottage. Loved the sand dunes. Nice folks in town at various restaurants and shops. Cottage was well taken care of, clean and well maintained and extremely well supplied with toys. We highly recommend it!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Aug 2025
Thank you so much for visiting. Laurie and Vic
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great trip to the Dunes!

We enjoying staying here during our trip to the state park. The proximity was perfect and the house was great. It is very well thought-out and perfect size for just 2 or larger group. Thanks again for letting us enjoy your cottage!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 19 May 2025
So glad you had a great time. Thank you for visiting! Laurie & Vic
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I had a wonderful time with my family at this cottage. Everything was very clean and well stocked with everything a family could need. We had a loud sound coming from the water softener that caused some problems for the family in that bed room the first night. We did call the host for help on that. Otherwise, everything went smoothly. The lake view is wonderful. The kayaks and peddle boat were super fun. We brought a jet ski and the dock has a place for it. The kids loved to go over to the sand dunes and back on the peddle boat. Such an adventure for them. We had a camp fire every evening and played so many different games in the garage/game room. I loved the separation of the cottage and game room. The hot tub was wonderful as we had cool weather. The outdoor shower is a great way to rinse off the sand. Thanks
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Aug 2026
We’re so glad you had a wonderful time! Thank you for visiting. Laurie and Vic
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Kitchen had all the gadgets, utensils, and space to cook and serve! We enjoyed some coffee that was supplied, lived that detail. Rooms were clean and beds were comfortable.Hottub was conveniently placed and wonderful to have 2 fire pits in case the wind was strong. The fire pit was lovely down by the water
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Nov 2025
Thank you, Amanda! It was our pleasure to host you. Laurie and Vic

About the host

Hosted by Laurie & Vic Vanthof

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Why they chose this property

Vic and I have been coming to Silver Lake with our grandkids for years (camping in our travel trailer)! Never did we think we could or would have our own little cottage on Silver Lake. This is such a beautiful and fun place to visit! We are so blessed to have a home of our own here and it is our pleasure to share it with others!

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