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Large family home, perfect for extended family gatherings

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 20302 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

Map
Bellaire, MI
  • Short's Brewing Company
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Lake Bellaire
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Glacial Hills Pathway and Natural Area Trailhead
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪63 min drive‬

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About the area

Bellaire

At this holiday home, you'll be 9.8 km (6.1 mi) from Torch Lake. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, a washing machine and free WiFi. .You can enjoy Smart televisions with a DVD player, and home features 3.5 bathrooms, a patio and a sofa bed. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A living room, a TV and a coffee/tea maker are also available. Limited housekeeping is available. .This pet-friendly holiday home offers a garden and barbecues. Additionally, you'll find laundry facilities. .Attractions in proximity to this Bellaire holiday home include Torch Lake Park and Grand Traverse Bay.
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What's nearby

  • Short's Brewing Company - 4 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Lake Bellaire - 7 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Glacial Hills Pathway and Natural Area Trailhead - 12 min drive - 7.6 km
  • Torch Lake - 13 min drive - 9.5 km
  • Clam River - 17 min drive - 13.0 km

Getting around

  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Short's Brewing Company - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Bellaire Bar & Restaurant - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪M88 Morning Grind - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Shanty Creek Resorts - ‬14 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Large family home, perfect for extended family gatherings

Relax and enjoy over 3,000 square feet of living space plus almost 1,000 sq. ft. of deck, with dramatic views of the surrounding countryside. It's as close to a mountain view as you can get in Michigan! This home is secluded (almost 1/2 mile off the road) but only 2 miles from downtown Bellaire. It's mere minutes from Short's Brewery, Shanty Creek Resorts, Bellaire Lake and Torch Lake.

The large, open great room is perfect for family gatherings. A second kitchen, living room and dining room downstairs, plus a den off the main living area provide lots of space for privacy, even for multiple families. You'll love the open, airy feel and rustic decor throughout. Lots of knotty pine and hardwood floors.

The expansive deck with several tables and chairs provides plenty of room for outdoor entertaining. A large, stainless steel propane grill is available for grilling.

Enjoy the beauty of the night sky while you gather around the fire pit for conversation and S'mores! We provide the firewood, roasting sticks, and several camp chairs, you bring the food and laughter. And speaking of laughter, you can be as loud as you want, since there are no neighbors to disturb.

Glacial Hills trails are literally right out the back door; no commute required to experience this fabulous trail system.

**IMPORTANT** For winter rental, 4WD or AWD vehicles are REQUIRED to access the house! The driveway is no joke! It's long and steep, but there's a parking area about halfway in where you can park two-wheel-drive vehicles if some of your group aren't cool enough to have SUVs, haha.

We have two other houses that share our 45 acres at "Glacier Hills." If you have a really large group, you may want to consider those additional spaces. The "Guest House" sleeps 5 and can be seen at https://www.vrbo.com/927123 and "The Cottage" sleeps 12, and can be seen at https://www.vrbo.com/2018818

Property manager

Bob Felton

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Kitchenette
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 3 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Cobblestone flooring in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: No smoking inside the house.

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (limited availability)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • In the mountains

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 3,250 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 3 pets
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.
  • Note from host: Please, no pets on the furniture.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 40
Note from host: Extra fee required for events over 20 people.
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadlock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 40. Note from host: Extra fee required for events over 20 people. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector and a deadbolt lock in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Large Family Home Perfect Entertaining/gathering House Bellaire
Large Family Home Perfect Entertaining/gathering House
Large Family Home Perfect Entertaining/gathering Bellaire
Large Family Home Perfect Entertaining/gathering
Large Family Home, Perfect for Entertaining/gathering Bellaire
Large Family Home, Perfect for Entertaining/gathering Bellaire
Large Family Home Perfect for Entertaining/gathering

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Large family home, perfect for extended family gatherings?

The closest beach to Large family home, perfect for extended family gatherings is Dam Beach (17.4 km).

Does Large family home, perfect for extended family gatherings have a pool?

No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.

Is Large family home, perfect for extended family gatherings family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a playground and laundry facilities, as well as children's books and travel cots, it's no surprise that Large family home, perfect for extended family gatherings is a winner with our family travellers.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Large family home, perfect for extended family gatherings?

No, Large family home, perfect for extended family gatherings does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Large family home, perfect for extended family gatherings?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Large family home, perfect for extended family gatherings Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 157 out of 158 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 158 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 158 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 158 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 158 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Don U.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing

Everything was amazing. The inside space. The outside space. And the view. No complaints.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

nicholas r.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect place for a large group

Everything described is accurate. Place has an everything you would need for a large group. Fully stocked with kitchen appliances and games to keep everyone occupied and the deck is great. Open space made it feel like we weren’t on top of each other. This place is a great value.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

DocJ

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

David L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Bellaire Stay

We had a good stay at this home. I apologized to the owner for the damages and we truly did not mean to cause this much of a mess for him as he was a great host. I didn't know of some of these damages that occurred and we are happy to accommodate whatever needs to be done payment wise.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful as usual

This was our third year coming here for our family Christmas. The house is well stocked and kid safe. The owners have always been quick to respond.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Thanksgiving fun!

The best vacation rental we have stayed at. Plenty of space for extended family. We were wondering how equipped the kitchen would be since we were there for Thanksgiving. The kitchen lacks for nothing! They even had 2 meat thermometers. Our grandkids had a blast sledding! The Christmas decorations got us in the holiday spirit. The hosts were great and responded quickly to any requests or questions.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas Z.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fall Trip

This is a great property, with great hosts. The location is perfect. Very close to town (Bellaire), but very secluded at the same time. This is our second year there, and we could not be happier with this great VRBO listing.
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy S., clio, michigan, usa

Liked: Cleanliness

Absolutely wonderful lodge! Beautiful view, and great amenities.

Loved the lodge. The view from the windows that covered the entire front of the lodge was spectacular! The large deck was awesome. The most beautiful sunrises every morning! The lodge is spacious, and stocked with everything you could ever need! Lots of comfortable seating in common rooms and very spacious bedrooms. Bathrooms were exceptionally clean and modern. Loved the coffee/tea stations. Lots of entertainment offered around the lodge: foosball, billiards, air hockey, competition basketball set, corn hole,, many many board games and card games available. Access to numerous towns/cities and Torch Lake ideal (30 mins). We’ll be back!!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rex D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect spot!

We were here for a bacholoer party/golf trip and this place was the perfect spot for us! House and property were amazing. Very clean and for 15-17 guys we had more than enough room and were very comfortable here! House was fully stocked with everything we needed plus some! We will def be looking into renting this again for golf trips and family trips in the future. The hosts were very accommodating and very quick to respond anytime I reached out! I Would give it 10 stars if I could!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebekah C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful family reunion

We were having a family reunion. This house accommodated us wonderfully. They were stocked with everything you could possibly need in regards to toilet paper, paper towels, trash bags, laundry products. We had ample towels, etc… We enjoyed the pool table, basket ball game and foosball in the garage. Ample seating and parking, They provided pack n plays and high chairs. Beautiful views. Responsive owners. We would love to come back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brenda D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful view!

We had a wonderful time at this beautiful home. The owners generously go over and above to provide anything you might need or desire for your large group. The view is so peaceful and beautiful. The kids enjoyed playing with the air hockey and basketball. There was ample space for all 19 of us. Hosts are quick to respond to any questions you might have. I highly recommend this vacation rental.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brandon D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic Place and Location

Had an absolute blast staying here with extended family and friends. There was everything we could possibly need at the house. It was very clean when we arrived. The mountain bike/hiking trails are such a great feature; thoroughly enjoyed being able to just jump on a bike whenever and enjoy the trails.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Peaceful Retreat

Our family of 9 had a great time at this property. We had enough room to have our space, but also had so many things to do at the house and in the area. I highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jackie M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful views and everything you will need

We needed a place to stay for our annual family week while our house was under renovation. This did not disappoint. Close to Bellaire and you can walk the trails from the driveway. Loved Mammoth Tasting Room and Shorts for dining. If you want to cook in, they have everything you will need. Excellent stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alex Z.

Liked: Cleanliness

Very clean and well equipped

Great place. Would stay again
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alec T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Weekend

This place was great for a large group to stay. Very well stocked house with everything you could need. Large area by the fire pit for lawn games as well as plenty of outdoor seating on the deck. The pictures of this posting don’t do it justice, but the view was great. The garage had some fun games which was a nice plus when it was raining. I would definitely come back to this place again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Josh B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Something for Everyone!

Great place for an extended family trip! Ages 70-3 were on the trip with us and all had a great time!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diane D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family gathering

Excellent property. We have stayed at this location several times & it has always been perfect! Multiple generations staying together while visiting other relatives in the area. We love being able to prepare meals here for all of us to enjoy. We plan on staying here again.
Stayed 11 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stan G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Ski at Schuss Getaway

Property was amazing. Great communication and response. Would recommend for large groups!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Misty W., Indianapolis

Liked: Cleanliness

Another great stay!!!

Another amazing trip. We love staying in this house as they have all the comforts of home! The location of this house makes it easily accessible to several different ski resorts!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barbara B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beyond expectations.

Large living area. Loved all the amenities. Well stocked. Beautiful views and good location. Second time coming to this property and looking forward to a third time.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect getaway

House is tucked away in the woods, very private. The house accommodates a large group that was exactly what we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Golf Trip

Excellent as always.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing house with a gorgeous view

AWESOME!! Absolutely gorgeous house with a spectacular view!!! So many amenities-there was nothing we needed. Bob made us feel like we were family. We had fires every night, made s’mores and watched the moon rise. Many activities nearby-boating, hiking, wine tours, shopping, golfing. Perfect for large families. Fantastic trip!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Diane D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Vacation with Extended Family

After staying here every year for the past several years, we continue to very pleased and impressed with 'The Lodge.' The location is perfect. It allows us to host meals for all of us staying here plus relatives who live in the area. Everything is very well maintained. The owners continue to update and improve the property. The kitchen is very well equipment. Another in our party says "Excellent accommodations, all the necessities and then some. Clean and great for hosting large family gatherings."
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023