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Waterfront Retreat with Plenty of Parking and Canal Dock!

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A wooden staircase with railings and illuminated steps.
A bedroom with a bed, bedside table, and a window with blinds.
A modern living room with a grey sectional sofa, a ceiling fan, and a large sliding glass door leading to a patio area.
A covered outdoor seating area with red Adirondack chairs and a fire pit.
A living room with a large brown sectional sofa, a coffee table, and a flat-screen TV.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Room to spread out

    Enjoy a spacious layout that gives everyone more room to relax.
  • Centrally-located

    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks

    Close to Upper Silver Lake
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Mears, MI
  • Place, Upper Silver Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Silver Lake State Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, S.S. Badger: Lake Michigan Carferry
    ‪33 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bunk Bed

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master Bathroom

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Waterfront Retreat with Plenty of Parking and Canal Dock!

Newly updated waterfront retreat on Upper Silver Lake in Mears, MI—just 2 miles from Silver Lake Sand Dunes with easy trailer access for ORVs and ATVs. Located at the end of a quiet canal with a dock, perfect for boating (with preapproval) and fishing. Double wooded lot with circular driveway offers exceptional privacy and abundant parking for boats, trailers, and multiple vehicles. Association beaches for swimming.

This refreshed 3-bedroom, 2-bath home comfortably sleeps up to 7 guests and features:
- 2 Queen beds
- Twin-over-full bunk bed
- Fresh paint and new flooring throughout
- Fully equipped kitchen with essentials
- Updated main bathroom
- Full-size washer & dryer
- Air mattress available upon request
- Board games + outdoor games (cornhole)

Step outside to enjoy:
- Large lakeview deck
- Patio fire pit
- Grill station
- Canal dock available down the stairs (bring your boat with preapproval)
- Fishing right off the canal dock
- Large circle drive with plenty of parking

While the canal frontage is ideal for docking and fishing, guests also have access to association beaches on Upper Silver Lake for swimming and sandy shoreline relaxation.

Location Highlights
- 2 miles to Silver Lake Sand Dunes (easy ORV access)
- Private Upper Silver Lake boat launch
- Minutes to Golden Sands Golf Course
- Near Dune Town shops, restaurants & family fun
- Short drive to Lake Michigan beaches and lighthouses

Guests have access to the house and full property (garage not included). This is the ideal home base for dune adventures, boating weekends, fishing trips, golf getaways, and relaxing lake escapes!

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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, service animals permitted

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Boat docking requires preapproval.

Lake: No diving, Children supervised at all times, Use at your own risk. Association beaches: Follow posted rules

Fire pit / grill: Never leave unattended, fully extinguish

Important information

You need to know

Property # 5101803vb
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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 holiday home is on the waterfront. Golden Sands Golf Course and Craig's Cruisers Family Fun Center are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Michigan and Silver Lake State Park. Corn Maze and Lewis Farm Market & Petting Farm are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing, kayaking and waterskiing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking.
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Mears, MI

What's nearby

  • Upper Silver Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Silver Lake State Park - 4 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Little Sable Point Lighthouse - 14 min drive - 10.7 km
  • S.S. Badger: Lake Michigan Carferry - 33 min drive - 52.7 km
  • Michigan's Adventure - 34 min drive - 63.6 km

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Open Hearth Grille - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Golden Eatery - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Whippy Dip - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Lighthouse Grill & Gift Shop - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Waterfront Retreat with Plenty of Parking and Canal Dock! pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Waterfront Retreat with Plenty of Parking and Canal Dock!?

As of 9 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Waterfront Retreat with Plenty of Parking and Canal Dock! on 10 Oct 2026 start from AU$1,135, 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 Waterfront Retreat with Plenty of Parking and Canal Dock!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Waterfront Retreat with Plenty of Parking and Canal Dock!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Waterfront Retreat with Plenty of Parking and Canal Dock!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Waterfront Retreat with Plenty of Parking and Canal Dock! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is steps from Upper Silver Lake and 2.5 mi (4 km) from Lake Michigan. Golden Sands Golf Course and Silver Lake are also within 2 miles (3 km).

About the host

Hosted by Carlene M Sienkiewicz

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We are just starting this hosting journey and are so very excited for our first summer of guests!

Why they chose this property

We have been coming to Silver Lake for many years as a family, and hope to be able to share this amazing place with you all!

What makes this property unique

Our property is peaceful and has plenty of space for your family. It is a great location, close to everything.

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