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Home on the lake. Walk out your door for Swimming, boating or morning coffee.

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A room with a large sliding glass door leading to a patio with outdoor furniture and a view of a lake with boats.
A cozy living room with a fireplace, wooden walls, a ceiling fan, and a television mounted above it.
A cozy living room with a wooden wall, a beige sofa, two lamps, and a sign reading "The Davies Family Lake House Making Memories Since".
A marina with boats docked, a grassy area with a bench, and a sunset in the background.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stove, microwave, dishwasher, and a refrigerator.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
Located on the beach, this 2-bedroom cottage accommodates 6 guests. It features 1 separate living room and a patio for outdoor enjoyment. Enjoy beach views while engaging in nearby activities like game walks, rafting, and birdwatching. The property is pet-friendly and located near Silver Lake State Park and The Fox Barn Winery.

Highlights

  • On the beach

    A rare beachfront property in the area - enjoy direct access to the sand and sea.

  • Endless exploration awaits

    Guests love the top-rated location, steps from iconic landmarks and sights.

  • Discover nearby landmarks

    Near Silver Lake State Park
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Barbecue
  • Patio
  • Pet-friendly
  • Onsite parking available
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Mears, MI
  • Place, Silver Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Silver Lake State Park
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, S.S. Badger: Lake Michigan Carferry
    ‪39 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Number of living rooms
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Home on the lake. Walk out your door for Swimming, boating or morning coffee.

One of the best locations on Silver Lake -- not Upper Silver or the creek. We're located on the quiet side of lake away from traffic. Located close to Mac Woods dune rides. Mooring for boat, shallow lake front that is great for swimming with small children, outdoor, gas grill, lawn chairs, patio chairs and table. Lakeside of cottage is all sliding glass doors with unobstructed view of the lake. Great place to enjoy coffee by the water or inside with great view of the water. Enjoy 60' of Silver Lake frontage with the best views in all of Silver Lake area. No dirt or paved road to cross. Option to rent a second cottage on the same property (VRBO Listing #816965 -- Vrbo 816965). Both have views of the dunes and lake, a fire pit on the beach and a private dock. Bring your boat and dock it here all week. (Or rent a pontoon boat / kayaks / stand up paddle boards on the lake).

Location, Location, Location one of the best property locations on the entire lake. Delightful family location on the calm side of the lake isolated from traffic both on land and water. Conveniently located in a subdivision shielding it from traffic. Shallow waterfront, ideal for swimming with young children. Sand bottom lake with tie out for boat. Ice cream parlor and dune buggy rides within walking distance. Grassy waterfront for lounging lakeside, lake is ideal for water activities like skiing, fishing, and sailing. Full view of lake and sand dunes.

When we are here, this cottage is our home . . . and we're excited to share our home with you. This location is within walking distance to Mac Woods Dune Rides and Whippy Dip. The kids can ride their bikes safely on our neighborhood streets. Just a short drive away (about 2 miles to the downtown area) are go-karts/arcade, bumper cars/boats, and miniature golf at Craig's Cruisers, shopping at Dunetown Mall, Ice Cream, restaurants, any type of water craft rental at the Wave Club, Jeep/Quad/Buggy rentals. Also, check out Cherry Point Farm & Market for their wonderful cherry donuts (really delicious!). Additionally, a ride out to the tallest lighthouse on Lake Michigan, Little Sable Point, to catch an evening sunset is a must-do on your vacation bucket list. The Lighthouse is open for tours during summer weekends.

Come for a fun and relaxing vacation . . . and return for generations!

Please note that each year we try to make additional upgrades in an effort to make your experience even better. These updates include:

2021: updated living room furniture
2022: new queen-size pillowtop mattress in the primary bedroom, updated bedroom furniture in the primary bedroom, updated coverlets in both bedrooms
2023: new dishwasher, new 17" comfort-height toilet, updated dining table and chairs, decor updates (pictures, rugs, etc), reorganized kitchen cabinets for greater efficiency. Also now including sheets and some towels for your use.

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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

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, gather used towels and store extra beds

Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish

Turn off the lights and lock the doors

Please bring garbage cans to road before leaving

Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rental by the week check in and out on Saturday

Bring your own linens and towels

Important information

You need to know

Property # 841621vb
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

Mears

Located in Mears, this cottage is near theme parks and on the beach. The Fox Barn Winery 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. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and hiking nearby.
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Mears, MI

What's nearby

  • Silver Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Silver Lake State Park - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Little Sable Point Lighthouse - 6 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Michigan's Adventure - 32 min drive - 64.4 km
  • S.S. Badger: Lake Michigan Carferry - 39 min drive - 58.4 km

Getting around

  • Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 70 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Open Hearth Grille - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪The Golden Eatery - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Whippy Dip - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Lighthouse Grill & Gift Shop - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Farmhouse Kitchen - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Home on the lake. Walk out your door for Swimming, boating or morning coffee. pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Home on the lake. Walk out your door for Swimming, boating or morning coffee.?

As of 18 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Home on the lake. Walk out your door for Swimming, boating or morning coffee. on 18 Dec 2026 start from AU$3,440, 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 Home on the lake. Walk out your door for Swimming, boating or morning coffee.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Home on the lake. Walk out your door for Swimming, boating or morning coffee.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Home on the lake. Walk out your door for Swimming, boating or morning coffee.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Home on the lake. Walk out your door for Swimming, boating or morning coffee. located?

Nestled on the beach, this Mears cottage is within 1 mi (2 km) of Silver Lake and Lake Michigan. Silver Lake State Park and The Fox Barn Winery are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 26 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 26 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 26 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 26 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We’ve vacationed in Silver Lake for the last 19 years and this home was by far our favorite. The home is located on the calmer side of the lake. The view of the dunes was spot on! The home itself was everything we needed and expected from a lake cottage. The house was fully stocked. We never found ourselves saying “I wish this or that was available “. The neighbors were very kind and welcoming. The owners communication was excellent and helpful. We’re grateful they’ve opened their home to be shared with others. We are already planing to return and look forward to making more memories with our family.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 27 July 2026
A delightful guest they were super friendly and considerate. We enjoyed meeting them and look forward to their next visit.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location with plenty of stuff to do. It was a little chilly during my stay so I wasn't able to enjoy the lake. The cottage was clean but, I have pretty high standards. Everything was provided for your comfort.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect location, welcoming cottage

The cottage’s location on the lake and proximity to the Mac Woods dune rides and Whippy Dip (ice cream) is great! Cottage had everything we needed, and we had a great week. Thanks!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 14 July 2022
Love having people who appreciate what a great experience it is at silver lake. Thank you
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Great Stay

Nothing extravagant but everything you need. I never found myself saying "I wish it had..." something. Fit the four of us just fine. The location on the lake was fantastic! Shallow sandy water for quite a distance. Not much boat noise. Lovely view of the dunes (which are really quite unique). The Silver Lake area is small but has a real beach-town vibe going for it.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Communication, location
Disliked: Check-in

Disappointing ..smells like mold, very narrow pier

Broken toilet seat, intense mold smell, moldy outdoor furniture, and dark dreary decor and very narrow dock all lent for a disappointing stay. Looked inviting on paper but not a comfortable stay , albeit beautiful weather and nice lake view.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Sept 2021
Old couple looking for the Four seasons hotel experience at a lake cottage. We get a renter like this every now and then. The cottage is a great place if you want to enjoy the lake with your family. Sorry it was not what you wanted.
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy

Don’t rent from this host

Safety concerns: Several exposed screws at lakefront Neither ladder to exit lake adequately attached Electric to gas range not working. You are able to manually light the range top. Code violation-electrical panel not easily accessible and too close to hot water heater Hot tub has a major No leak, not useable. Interior doors do not latch. Bring your own 1-ply toilet paper. 1 partial roll was provided with the cottage. Every other cleaning supply and plenty of trash bags were provided. There are plenty of dishes and kitchenware, linens, blankets and pillows and outdoor furniture provided. The cabin decor is really nice. The location and the access to the lake is perfect. If you bring kayaks to the lake, definitely go to the creek on the west side of the lake. The entrance to the creek is marked by a little lighthouse. Host unable to resolve any of the MANY issues brought to his attention. Everything is someone else’s fault or the person “complaining” has unrealistic expectations. We were refunded what I consider to be an inadequate amount since his dishonesty and lack of accountability ruined a vacation that myself and my extended family were planning and looking forward to for months. Contrary to what I am sure his disparaging comment to this review will be, my family neither needs or expected a Hilton experience. Would have been nice if the advertised amenities were functional though. Cottage away from the lake has major water intrusion issues.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Aug 2023
Contrary to this review, we take great pride in our cottage. We are constantly upgrading it and making it nicer. Unfortunately the hot tub did break prior to their stay and was not operable. As for the stove, we have a gas stove and the igniter is electric. The electric portion of the stove is plugged into a GFCI that had popped during their stay. I instructed them to push the little button on the outlet to reset it but, unfortunately, they were unwilling to do so. Upon them checking out the cleaning people pressed the button and the issue was resolved. We do have our cleaning people put 2-3 rolls of TP in each unit. I gave this customer $500 for their inconvenience but they wanted more than $2000 back after staying all week. These people are using the review process to extort money. The experience of renting on VRBO is good for the most part. The only problem is that you never know who you’re going to be renting to. Needless to say, I would never rent to these people again. We want all of our customers to enjoy their stay, but you have to have the personality and demeanor to enjoy staying on a lake. If you go through life trying to find fault, you will always find reasons to be unhappy. We have one of the best locations on the entire lake. The cottage is nicely appointed and has great views of the Sand dunes and the lake.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cottage had everything you need to enjoy your stay.. plus next to the lake,
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 18 July 2026
Glad you enjoyed your stay
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It's not big, but it has everything you need for a great vacation - including the best location ON THE LAKE. Giant shad trees keep it cool. We were there during a heat wave & while it was warm, the shade made all the difference.100% sandy beach at the quiet end of the lake.Be warned - if you're being a lot of vehicles or toys, there's only room for 3 parking spots.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful view, fantastic yard - we have been coming to Silverlake for years and this ranks up there with many of the best properties on the lake. A little dusty/ dirty/ buggy in some areas but this is to be expected for rentals in this area- love love love that it is pet friendly and no signs of pet hair or damage from previous guests. Would like more towels (bath, kitchen) and perhaps another fire pit so the two cottages don’t need to share. Those are my only suggestions otherwise all great!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

HEAVEN!

Truly enjoyed Bob’s lakeside cottage. THE best location on the lake! The cottage was very well appointed with every cooking utensil/dishes etc needed, grills (both gas and charcoal) even a crock pot! The cottage was very clean and very nicely decorated. Easy kayak to the river was also a nice perk. No AC? No problem! Beautiful lake breezes every day/night made it very comfortable + ceiling fans in every room. No AC needed and this was mid-late July. We absolutely enjoyed our two weeks at this little piece of heaven. The view of the dunes is killer! Charming vintage cottage, couldnt have asked for any better. Owner was very responsive and nice, glad we had a chance to say hello to him and his family. Thank you for a beautiful time and many memories made. See you next year!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 12 July 2023
Thank you! We are so glad you enjoyed our cottage and your experience! Glad to hear that you got out on the water as well!
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Beautiful location

Great cottage on the lake! Would definitely stay here again, has everything you need.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Family week at the lake

The owner was great to work with and very responsive. The location is perfect for doing a variety of activities. Although pets allowed not very conducive with how close the cottages are together. Lake is shallow with sandy bottom. The cottage needs a good cleaning - very dusty and spiders in every corner.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Silver Lake

This is a very nice property with very freindly neighbors. Plenty of things to do in the surrounding area. I would book again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cottage great, weather cold and rainy!

Cute cozy cottage. It has most everything you need. The weather was crappy, so we were disappointed we didn’t get to enjoy all the outside activities!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 26 June 2021
Sorry about the weather wish I could control that but it’s above my pay grade.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Comfy Retreat

We had a wonderful and relaxing stay. The house was cozy and had a beautiful view of the lake. It was just what we needed during these crazy Covid times we are living in.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Nov 2020
Thank you we love having people who appreciate our place!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location!

The online listing was spot on. Great location. You are renting someone’s summer home. Perfect for 5 of us, don’t think 6 would fit. Since we cook a lot at the cottage, pans could have been updated. Borrowed some from the other Rental cottage on the property and it worked out great. Hot tub and grill were an added bonus.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Sept 2020
Glad you enjoyed your stay. Possibly you overlooked some pans as the cottage has a lot of pans. Or maybe some were moved to the other cottage by the previous renter. We will look into that. The cottage is a two bedroom with a pull out couch in the family room.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Definitely a quiet area of silver lake- Great Lake Front

Nice quiet area of silver lake. Wonderful lakefront . Outside of town off busy street. Cottage great for family of 4. Was a bit crowded with 6 people however we managed just fine. Very relaxing. Nice neighborhood. We were able to grill, enjoy the scenery and easy to get in the water as shallow by the dock. Enjoyed a fire in the evening watching the sunset.
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Very Cozy

Cottage was super cute and being right on the lake was ideal! Owner was GREAT to deal with and very fast to respond to any questions that I had. Only downfall to this place is the lack of parking. We have a big full size pickup and it would really only fit in one spot unless we parked parallel. We wod definitely consider staying here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Excellent location with dramatic view of the dunes.

Owner very helpful in assuring overall satisfaction with the stay. Cottage clean, comfortable and well kept.
Stayed 37 nights in Aug 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Mar 2020
Great guest we loved having Win at our summer cottage.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amazing, relaxing and furnished well!

Thank you for a wonderful stay at your beautiful cottage! We enjoyed everything so much! Silver Lake and the dunes is one of our favorite places! We enjoyed the lake with our boat, walking the dunes, Mac Dune ride and the beautiful cottage just off the beaten path for yard for games, meals and relaxing!! The gorgeous sunsets just a short drive to the lighthouse were amazing this past week!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Mar 2020
Thank you, we love haveing guests who enjoy our piece of heaven as much as we do.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Terrific week

An amazing week for our family!! Beautiful weather, beautiful lakefront setting, and a quaint little cottage that perfectly met the needs of our family of five and dog! Bob Davies was great to work with and responded quickly to any questions we had!! Looking forward to a return trip next year!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Mar 2020
Andy and his family were fantastic guests. We enjoyed having them at our facility and are extremely happy that they enjoyed their stay.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Highly Recommend this Property; Will be Returning

We have stayed at other properties in years past. This year, we tried The Davies' cabin. AWESOME PLACE! As to the location & property, you are right on the water (no road frontage) at the quiet end of the lake. The view is incredible. There is ample yard area to enjoy yard games. My family preferred the quieter end. With regard to the cabin, very well-stocked! There was nothing the kitchen lacked. The cabin lived up to our expectations. Hot tub was an added bonus!! Nice grill for cooking out. It is our intention to return to this property next year and possibly rent the 2nd cabin as well as our family grows. We were able to meet the owners. Nice people and interested in continued improvements.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Mar 2020
We really love having guests like you. Sharing our cottage is very personal and we love everything about our place. Being able to share it with people who truly appreciate it for all that it is makes us happy to offer it for rent. Thank you so much! Bob
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Great cottage in a great location.

This is a wonderful cottage with a great location. It's right on the lake and has a nice area for swimming and a dock for your boat. There are 2 cottages on the property and we rented the one closest to the water. It was the hottest part of the summer and we were still able to sleep comfortably even though there isn't AC, I assume it was do to the cool breeze off the lake. We met the owners and they seem like very nice people. Hopefully we will be able to rent there again next year.
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Mar 2020
Thank you for staying at our property we enjoyed having you. I am so glad that you enjoyed your stay. It is a little piece of heaven with a view that makes any nature lover smile.
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Sept 2025
Bent over backwards to make this guest happy don’t know what to say.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

About the host

Hosted by Bob Davies

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I live in the Chicago area and I have been coming to Silver Lake my entire life. We love the lake and hope you will love it too.

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