Stunning Lake House - 200` of Lakefront with Kayaks & Game Room

Book a 7-night stay during the first two weeks of June and receive a 10% discount off the nightly rate!! Stunning 5 bed / 3.5 bath Lake House. This 4,700 SF home, located on a quiet street, sits on a double lot with over 200 feet of private Chief Lake frontage and its own sandy beach area. Spend the day on the water—the home is fully equipped with 5 adult kayaks, 4 youth kayaks, a canoe, 2 “Great Lakes” paddleboards, and a 4-person paddle boat. Later, unwind by the outdoor fire pit or take in the view from the expansive 2,000 SF custom decks with comfortable seating and panoramic lake views.

When you’re ready for indoor fun, the home features two fireplaces and a spacious lower-level entertainment area with a movie space, air hockey, ping pong, super stick hockey, board games, an NBA arcade-style game, and Pac-Man.

In summer, life moves outside. After a swim or paddle, grill on the deck, lounge on the beach, or enjoy dinner overlooking the lake with seating for up to 14. Evenings end perfectly around the fire pit as the sun sets across the peaceful, private shoreline.

When the snow falls, the Lake House transforms into a cozy winter lodge. Two fireplaces glow as skiers and snowboarders unwind after a day at nearby Crystal Mountain (27 minutes) or Caberfae Peaks (40 minutes). Warm up with cocoa by the fire, host a game tournament downstairs, or settle in for a movie night. Whether you’re here for summer on the water or a winter escape, this Lake House delivers the best of Up North living year-round.

LIVING AREA

Windows along the living room, kitchen, lower bedroom, and primary bedroom open to stunning lake views. Enjoy the views and fresh air while you relax on a comfy sectional in the living room or downstairs while you play games in the home`s massive entertainment space.

KITCHEN & DINING

Cook in the gourmet kitchen or grill out on the patio. In the newly remodeled kitchen, stainless steel appliances and stone countertops invite your inner chef out to play in the modern kitchen. Plenty of cookware and gadgets are on hand. Coffee maker (both regular and Nespresso), toaster, blender, hand mixer, etc.

When it’s time to eat, gather at the dining table or take the meal outside and enjoy two separate dining tables on the deck overlooking the lake, with seating for 12-14.

BED & BATH

Each bathroom has been completely renovated, complete with fresh new towels. The home accommodates 14 guests in 5 bedrooms with 3.5 baths. For the bedrooms:

Bedroom #1 = King Bed
Bedroom #2 = Queen Bed
Bedroom #3 = Queen Bed
Bedroom #4 = 1-Queen & 1-Twin Bunk Bed (3 beds)
Bedroom #5 = 2-Twin Bunk Beds (4 beds)

OUTDOOR AREA & AMENITIES

With manicured grounds and two massive luxury composite decks, the property is a slice of heaven. Fencing and trees offer seclusion around the deck and patio, where you’ll find plenty of seating for outdoor dining and relaxation.

Fire up the gas grill and host an evening cookout, then share stories around the fire pit.

Also included for complementary use:

- Four Single Adult Kayaks
- One Tandem Adult Kayak
- Four Youth 6’ Kayaks (designed for ages 5 & up / 130 lbs max)
- One Canoe
- Two “Great Lakes” 11’6” Standup (SUP) Paddle Boards
- One 4-person Paddle Boat
- Life Jackets (adult & youth sizes)
- Outdoor games; including corn hole and yard-zee
- 2,000 SF of decks with Weber Gas Grill
- Large outdoor dining tables for 12-14
- Outdoor seating on both up and lower decks
- Outdoor Fire Pit with Adirondack Chairs

DOWNSTAIRS

Entertainment overload. Windows line the walls with lake views. The area has ping pong, air hockey, board games; even NBA and Pac-Man video arcade machines. Or, enjoy the Movie area with theater-type seats, a 65” TV with streaming movies, and a small kitchenette for grabbing a drink, etc. There is something for everyone.

LOCATION

Lake House has 200’ private lakefront access with a small private beach area and dock; see photos. The home is on ‘All Sports’ Chief Lake; a beautiful spring-fed 126-acre lake minutes from Lake Michigan and Historic Downtown Manistee. If you or other guests like to fish, the lake is primarily known for Pike, Bass, and Crappie. If you own a boat, the lake has a public boat ramp just a 2-minute drive from the home. The location is perfect! Just 2 minutes off of US-31 or 6 minutes to M22; (the most scenic road in northern Michigan). The home is a short drive to everything. Some local attractions include:

Lake Michigan’s Portage Point Beach (14 minutes)
Arcadia Bluffs Golf Course (20 minutes)
Arcadia Dune Hike and Lookout (20 minutes)
Historical Manistee shopping & riverfront walk (15 minutes)
The quaint town of Frankfort (30 minutes)
Manistee National Golf Course (20 minutes)
Cherry Bowl Drive-In Movie Theater (30 minutes)
Manistee Adventures (kayak/tubing trips & rentals) (15 minutes)
Crystal Mountain (golf, skiing, and waterpark) (30 minutes)
World-famous Sleeping Bear Dunes (50 minutes)
Traverse City - (50 Minutes)

EXTRA PERKS & MORE DETAILS

Complimentary Wi-Fi, Heat/Air, hairdryers, boats/water toys, books, board games, yard games, streaming HULU TV service with movies on 5 TVs, Bluetooth speakers, a washer/dryer, 2 gas fireplaces, fire pit, 2000’ of outdoor decks with seating for 12-14, and a gas grill (propane provided), dishwasher, parking for up to 6 cars (2 of which are in the garage). Sleeps 14 in five bedrooms with lake views throughout. Ideal for relaxing or water activities. Perfect for a family getaway!

- Internet: WIFI. The home uses Starlink internet service; engineered by SpaceX.
- TV Service: 5 TVs streaming HULU Live TV, Amazon Prime Movies, and other TV channel options from Amazon

WHY FAMILIES LOVE IT

- Sleeps up to 14 (perfect for 2–3 families)
- Two ski resorts within easy reach — Crystal (27 min) & Caberfae (40 min)
- Close to Manistee’s restaurants and groceries (no need to be stuck with only ski-village dining at high resort prices)
- Huge game room keeps kids entertained while adults unwind
- Cozy fireplaces + outdoor fire pit

SUMMER ACTIVITIES NEARBY

● Karaoke with DJ Rhet – Fridays 9:30 PM to 11:45 PM at Taco ‘Bout It Mexican Fusion restaurant, 344 River St, Manistee
● Nectar Spa & Salon at Little River Casino Resort – 2700 Orchard Hwy, Manistee
● Outsider – Arcade games & Food & Drinks, Bar. 457 River St, Manistee
● G & D Alpaca Farm – 4796 Maple Rd, Manistee
● Vogue Theater – catch a movie on the big screen, 383 River St, Manistee
● Ramsdell Regional Center for the Arts – check website for upcoming events. 101 Maple St, Manistee
● Airplane Tours – Manistee Blacker Airport / Orchard Beach Aviation – 2323 Airport Rd, Manistee
● Rock Hunting at Magoon Creek & Sundling Park – 2925 Red Apple Rd, Manistee
● Bottle House Museum – 14551 Wuoksi Ave, Kaleva
A house constructed largely out of 60,000 glass bottles, with 19th and 20th-century items commemorating Kaleva, including The Makinen Tackle Collection.
● Twisted Trails Off-Road Park – ORV trails, onsite ATV rentals. 19405 Read Rd, Copemish.
● Northern Michigan Dragway – 13991 Potter Rd, Kaleva
Races on a 1.8-mile dragstrip. Check out their FB page for upcoming events.
● Cooley Bridge Roadside Park – M-55, Wellston. Historic Michigan landmark, truss-type bridge spanning 613 feet. Great spot for picture taking.
● “Little Mac” trailhead – where Manistee River Trail and the North Country Trail meet.
11-mile trail system along the high banks of the Big Manistee River between Tippy Dam and Hodenpyle Dam.
● Manistee National Forest Festival (early July) – Parade, carnival rides, petting zoo, live music, fireworks over Lake Michigan.
● Onekama Days (late July/early August) – Parade, races, car show, fireworks over Portage Lake, live music.
● Concerts at the Log Cabin Theater – 7 PM Friday nights in August each year. Located at Walta & Panu Streets in Kaleva, MI. Bring lawn chairs.

WINTER ACTIVITIES NEARBY

● Crystal Mountain Ski Resort – 27 minutes: 58 runs, tubing, spa, cross-country trails, après-ski dining
● Caberfae Peaks Ski Resort – 40 minutes: historic charm, big vertical, and Michigan’s best-value ski passes
● Fantail Farm Sleigh Rides – 20 minutes
● Big M Recreation Area – 25 minutes (XC skiing & fat tire biking)
● Snowshoeing at Ludington State Park – 50 minutes
● Little River Casino Resort – 12 minutes: live concerts, extensive dining–buffet, bistro, sportsbook grill, 24/7 casino, indoor pools, spa
● Downtown Manistee – 15 minutes: restaurants, shopping, brewery, riverwalk, theater

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POLICIES - See House Rules
- Refund Policy – PLEASE READ BEFORE BOOKING. This property uses Stripe as our payment processor. Stripe’s payment processing fees are non-refundable. Because of this, our host refund policy deducts the 4% Stripe processing fee from any refund that is issued for a canceled reservation. This applies to all cancellations, including Instant Book reservations. This policy is disclosed here so guests are fully aware of refund terms before booking. 96% refund if cancelled within 45 days of arrival date. No refund after that.
- $250 credit card hold placed two days after check-in. Released 7 days later.
- Peak Season Minimum Stay 7 nights Saturday to Saturday, June through August.
- Off Season Minimum Stay 3 nights (4+ on Holidays)
- Maximum occupancy: 14
- No Parties. No Events.
- No amplified outdoor music at any time.
- Quiet hours 9pm - 7am
- Minimum Rental age 25+ and must be present during the entire stay.
- No smoking anywhere on the property; inside or out. Smoking inside will result in a $1,000 fine for deep cleaning and other.
*Damage Deposit $250 credit card hold is placed 2 days after check-in, and released after 7 days.
*Refund Policy: PLEASE NOTE BEFORE BOOKING, Stripe Payment Processing Fees are non-refundable and will be deducted from any refunded amount and cancellations.
*Maximum occupancy 14 guests.
*No smoking or vaping of