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The Clam Shell | Hot Tub | Water Front | Kayaks

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Outdoor spa tub
Outdoor spa tub
Exterior
Dining
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Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Bellaire, MI
  • Place, Clam Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Lake Bellaire
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Torch Lake
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪49 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom #1 Main Floor hallway - Full - Shared

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom #2 upstairs off the bedroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

The Clam Shell | Hot Tub | Water Front | Kayaks

Summary:

Escape to this stunning log home on the northeast shore of Clam Lake, just a short boat ride from Torch Lake. Enjoy sweeping lake views, a private hot tub, and direct access to the Lower Chain of Lakes. Perfect year-round—spend summer boating and swimming, admire vibrant fall colors, cozy up after winter skiing at Shanty Creek Resort, or simply relax in a peaceful Northern Michigan setting just minutes from Bellaire.



The Space:

- 3 spacious bedrooms (Bedroom 1: Queen, Bedroom 2: Queen, Bedroom 3: Queen & Twin over Twin Bunk Bed)

- 2 full bathrooms

- Modern, fully equipped kitchen

- Open-concept living area with panoramic lake views

- Lower-level TV family room

- Walk-out patio with private hot tub overlooking Clam Lake

- Lakefront setting with space to relax and unwind

- Dock area with 3 ft water depth—great for pontoons

- 2 Kayaks & Paddles Provided



Guest Access:

- Entire lakefront home

- Private hot tub + patio

- Dock with direct access to Clam Lake

- Easy boating to Torch Lake, Lake Bellaire & the Grass River

- Ample parking on site



The Neighborhood:

- Minutes to Bellaire & Short’s Brewery

- Near Glacial Hills hiking and biking trails

- Close to golf & skiing at Shanty Creek and Schuss Mountain

- Easy day trips to Traverse City, Charlevoix, Petoskey, Sleeping Bear Dunes & Mackinac Island

- Quiet, scenic setting on the Lower Chain of Lakes



Other Things to Note:

- Rental agreement required

- Photo ID + copy of ID required for reservation confirmation

- Primary renters must be 25+

- No smoking or vaping of any kind

- No pets

- Dock depth ~3 ft (suitable for pontoons, not speedboats)

- Check-in: 4 PM

- Check-out: 10 AM



Interaction with Guests:

- Hosts available by message or phone call if needed

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

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

Important information

You need to know

Property # 4216622vb
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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
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

Bellaire

Located in Bellaire, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Twisted Fish Gallery and Guntzviller's Spirit of the Woods Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Elk Rapids District Library and Historic Elk Rapids Town Hall. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.
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Bellaire, MI

What's nearby

  • Clam Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Lake Bellaire - 4 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Torch Lake - 6 min drive - 6.9 km
  • Traverse City Beach - 43 min drive - 57.6 km
  • Boyne Mountain - 51 min drive - 79.4 km

Getting around

  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Short's Brewing Company - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪M88 Morning Grind - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Shanty Creek Resorts - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Blue Water Bistro & Pizzeria - Torch Lake Pizza - ‬17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Clam Shell | Hot Tub | Water Front | Kayaks pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Clam Shell | Hot Tub | Water Front | Kayaks?

As of 19 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Clam Shell | Hot Tub | Water Front | Kayaks on 18 June 2026 start from AU$1,190, 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 The Clam Shell | Hot Tub | Water Front | Kayaks?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Clam Shell | Hot Tub | Water Front | Kayaks?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Clam Shell | Hot Tub | Water Front | Kayaks?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Clam Shell | Hot Tub | Water Front | Kayaks located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is steps from Clam Lake and 1.8 mi (2.8 km) from Lake Bellaire. Torch Lake and Clam River are also within 6 miles (10 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. 24 out of 27 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 27 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 27 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 27 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 27 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Abigail R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean rooms and great communication from the property management company.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike H.

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

Perfect weekend getaway

Everything was phenomenal from being right on the lake, to good food near by, and having boat rentals. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica P.

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

Wonderful Weekend Away!

Highly recommend if you are looking for a peaceful relaxing vacation!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jared S.

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

Great time

Clean wonderful place to stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katie T.

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

AMAZING VIEWS

This cottage was beautiful! Great location and very clean!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan D.

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

Great summer week

Property is very clean and is great for a family. We enjoyed our stay on Clam Lake.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Megan K.

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

Great stay!

My sisters and I have a wonderful time here! So clean and well appointed. We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sheryl K.

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

Room with a view

We enjoyed our stay at the lovely cabin. Sue was great to work with.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen S.

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

Great getaway

What a beautiful place. We went up for our 30th anniversary. The fall colors were awesome. It was a great place to relax.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary H.

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

Family Vacation

We had a wonderful family vacation. We enjoyed the hot tub and rented a boat and were able to go fishing on Clam and explore Torch all together! Great fun sitting at the table on the side porch. The house is beautiful and was perfect for us!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul S.

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

Beautiful Weekend

We had a group of people come up to this property to enjoy it for a weekend, and we had the best time. Nice dock and kayaks for fishing, with good protection from the wind tucked back in the trees. Overall a perfect spot for a weekend up North.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda B.

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

Hope to go back soon

Beautiful home with an amazing view, everything you need is available. Management very accomodating and gracious! So glad we discovered this jewel and the area!!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

gene d.

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

Beautiful location and stay

Raining but we were still able to get out on the water
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

doug h.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location

My grandkids weren't the only LOONS

Great setting on a nice lake. Very peaceful.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa T.

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

Perfect Getaway

My fiancé and I just needed a quiet weekend away and I have to say that is what we got. It was so peaceful! The house was perfect for us. The view was great! And the hot tub was a nice bonus! We would definitely rent this house again!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly B.

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

Great place by the lake

The home was beautiful and the management team was great to work with! We stayed over NYE weekend so we didn’t get to use the lake but the view was awesome. The location was close to downtown if you want to explore. If not, the home is spacious enough for family games and quality time. Great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

CHRISTOPHER S.

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

22nd Annual Smith Fishing Trip

Had an excellent time on Clam Lake. The family enjoyed the great north woods as well as Clam Lake, Lake Bellaire, and Torch Lake. Family activities included Fishing, Boating, Playing Cards, Camp Fire Confessions, cornhole n many trips into the town of Bellaire.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jess M.

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

Great cabin on the lake

My family + my sisters family really enjoyed our stay. The young kids loved the "bunk room" while the teen loved the basement. The adults loved that the kids occupied themselves with fishing and playing. ;)
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Kelly B.

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

Cabin on the lake with the family

Cabin was clean, no bugs which is a must! Yard work was in progress, would have been nice if more yard was available for activities. The grill was too dirty to use which was sad 😢. Had a blast using the kayaks. Daily visits from the swan, beautiful! Would stay again. The area was very nice, not too secluded but not too busy either.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 16 June 2024
Thank you so much for your feedback. I will be sure to make sure the grill is clean for all incoming renters. I am sorry that happened to you.. Always feel free to reach out to me, i can run over and would have cleaned it. Thanks again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

amy t.

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

CABIN RETREAT

House was as advertised. Loved sitting on deck to watch the swans in the morning. Great having a grill and two kayaks on property. Kitchen was well stocked, great kitchen table to play games at. The only thing that I might say was a downside was the upstairs bedroom with the queen and bunks did not have a door (as pictured).
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 30 July 2024
Thanks for your stay. Hope we can see you again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Curtis C.

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

Serenity

Cabin was very clean and well kept. Very peaceful setting. Was nice to have the dock since we rented a boat for the week. We had a peaceful, relaxing week. To enjoy a little more it be nice if ground between cabin and lake could be opened up a little and water around dock area. A new gas grill would be nice also. Overall I would recommend this place and we had a great time
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kara M.

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

Clam Lake

Great property and location! If you want to fish on Clam, no problem! If you want to zip up to Dockside and Torch Lake, you can do that too. If you want to cruise the Grass Lake and watch the sunset coming back, it's perfect! Super dreamy location with comfortable living arrangements. The wrap around deck is perfect for morning coffee and watching the wildlife wake up. You may even see the bald eagle!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Our weekend getaway

We stayed at the property for a end of summer boating trip and the place was super clean there was plenty of parking in the driveway comfortable accomodations.it was super nice.I was disapointed that the boat dock was taken out before we arrived but i learned a lesson on that and it will not deter me fron staying again at all.this was the best vacation rental i have been to.highly reccomend to anyone
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elyse P.

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

Beautiful Property with Great Location

Stayed here memorial weekend with a group of friends - the house and view is gorgeous. Even better than the photos. The house is spacious and had everything we needed. The kayaks were awesome! The water was just a little too cold to swim in since it was still May, but we enjoyed our time on the dock and in the kayaks. The hot tub and fire pit were amazing too. The host is very responsive, I reached out to her several times and always received a quick reply. It is very close to the downtown Bellaire area, just over 10 minute drive. The beds were very comfy as well! Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paige C.

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

Friends weekend getaway

A group of friends and I stayed at this property and I cannot say enough good things! It was extremely clean. The cabin had a very nice cedar/oak smell, and the owners thought of everything you may need while staying here (shampoo conditioner, plenty of towels, little makeup wipes,etc.). The cabin was gorgeous with an amazing view. The fire pit, kayaks, and hottub were a very nice touch! We made breakfast in the kitchen one morning and it is a beautiful kitchen to work it. The beds were AMAZING. With a memory foam topper, I think this is the best I’ve slept in years! Overall, one of my favorite VRBO restaurants Experiences.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

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Hosted by Paradise Properties USA

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PARADISE PROPERTIES USA, INC
9047 Helena
Alden, Mi 49612
231-331-4423

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