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A kitchen with wooden cabinets, stainless steel appliances, a large island, and a view of trees through the windows. - Mears Retreat w/ Hot Tub, Fireplace & Dunes (Mears)
A spacious kitchen with wooden cabinets, a dining table, and a built-in island. - Mears Retreat w/ Hot Tub, Fireplace & Dunes (Mears)
A spacious living room with a large sectional sofa, a flat-screen TV, and a large window offering a view of the outdoors. - Mears Retreat w/ Hot Tub, Fireplace & Dunes (Mears)
A two-story building with a deck, surrounded by a grassy yard and trees. - Mears Retreat w/ Hot Tub, Fireplace & Dunes (Mears)
A living room with a sectional sofa, a dining area with wooden furniture, and a kitchen in the background. - Mears Retreat w/ Hot Tub, Fireplace & Dunes (Mears)
You can look forward to a firepit, a playground, and an arcade/game room at Mears Retreat w/ Hot Tub, Fireplace & Dunes. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. Guests can also expect to find laundry facilities.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

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About this property

Mears Retreat w/ Hot Tub, Fireplace & Dunes

  • 2,918 Sq Ft | Private Hot Tub | Steps to Lake Michigan & Channel

    Embrace crisp autumn days and winter escapes in Mears! Walk to Silver Lake Channel and Lake Michigan, hike the snow-dusted dunes at Silver Lake State Park, or cycle the Hart-Montague Trail. After outdoor adventures, warm up by the gas fireplace, soak in the private hot tub under starry skies, or gather around the outdoor fire pit. This spacious home features a full kitchen and Smart TVs for relaxing seasonal evenings.

    -- THE PROPERTY --

    SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS
    - Bedroom 1: 1 king bed
    - Bedroom 2: 1 queen bed, 1 twin bed
    - Bedroom 3: 1 queen bed
    - Bedroom 4: 1 twin bunk bed, 1 sleeper sofa
    - Bedroom 5: 1 full bed, 3 twin beds w/ twin trundles
    - Additional Sleeping: 4 cots

    OUTDOOR LIVING
    - Balcony
    - Spacious deck, private yard
    - Private hot tub
    - On-site creek, fire pit
    - Outdoor shower

    INDOOR LIVING
    - Open floor plan
    - Smart TVs, gas fireplace
    - Dining table, dishes & flatware
    - Basement living space
    - Board games

    KITCHEN
    - Electric stove, oven, dishwasher
    - Coffee maker, toaster, microwave
    - Cooking basics

    GENERAL
    - Free WiFi
    - Central heating & A/C
    - Washer & dryer, iron/board
    - Linens, towels, hair dryer

    FAQ
    - 3 exterior security cameras (facing out)

    ACCESSIBILITY
    - 3 stairs required to access, 2-story home w/ basement
    - Bedroom & bathroom on 1st floor

    PARKING
    - Garage (2 vehicles)
    - Driveway (4 vehicles)

    -- THE LOCATION --

    - Silver Lake Channel/Silver Creek - steps away!
    - Walking distance to Lake Michigan Beach (0.1 Miles)
    - 0.5 MI to Little Point Sable Lighthouse
    - 1.8 MI to Mac Wood's Dune Rides
    - 2 MI to Silver Lake State Park, Silver Lake OHV Area & Silver Lake Sand Dunes
    - 2 MI to Silver Lake Downtown Strip
    - 2.2 MI to Wave Club Water Sport Boat Rentals
    - 3.5 MI to Golden Sands Golf Course & Bucket Bar
    - 4.5 MI to Fox Barn Winery
    - 8 MI to Hart-Montague Bicycle Trail Park
    - 16 MI to Mears State Park
    - 91 MI to Gerald R. Ford International Airport

    -- REST EASY WITH US --

    Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you'll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we'll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we'll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.

    -- POLICIES --

    - No smoking
    - Absolutely no pets allowed
    - Absolutely no events, parties or large gatherings
    - Must be at least 25 years old to book
    - Additional fees and taxes may apply
    - Photo ID may be required upon check-in
    - Please extinguish the firepit every night and before departure.
    - The township that the property is located in has strict policies regarding the following:
    - Exceeding the limit of 6 vehicles per reservation, exceeding the property's maximum occupancy, and violating the established quiet hours 10 pm - 8 am
    - Violation of these policies are grounds for immediate removal from the property by the township
    - Please note that the township imposes fines of $500 for violations of their policies, which renters are responsible for paying

    ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
    - This 2-story property with a basement requires 3 stairs to access. There is a bedroom and a full bathroom on the 1st floor
    - Your safety matters. This property features 3 exterior security cameras, on the front, back, and garage doors, all facing out. They do not look into any interior spaces. The cameras record video and motion when activated by motion
    - Linens for the 3 twin trundle beds are not provided; it is recommended that guests bring their own
    - This home sleeps 19 guests in 14 beds, with room for 20 total by using the cots

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About the neighborhood

Located in Mears, this vacation home is on a river. Craig's Cruisers Family Fun Center and The Fox Barn Winery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Corn Maze and Lewis Farm Market & Petting Farm. Discover the area's water adventures with motor boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and hunting. Visit our Mears travel guide
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MI, Mears

What's nearby

  • A crowded beach with people sunbathing, umbrellas, and ATVs parked on the sand.
    Silver Lake State Park
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • A sandy beach with a tall brick lighthouse and a clear sky.
    Little Sable Point Lighthouse
    11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • A desert landscape with sand dunes and a sunset.
    Upper Silver Lake
    11 min drive - 7.9 km
  • Silver Lake
    5 min drive - 2.5 km
  • S.S. Badger: Lake Michigan Carferry
    45 min drive - 61.6 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • The Golden Eatery
    16 min drive
  • Whippy Dip
    5 min drive
  • Lighthouse Grill & Gift Shop
    4 min drive
  • Farmhouse Kitchen
    12 min drive
  • Sand Castle Restaurant
    8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Mears Retreat w/ Hot Tub, Fireplace & Dunes pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Mears Retreat w/ Hot Tub, Fireplace & Dunes?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Mears Retreat w/ Hot Tub, Fireplace & Dunes?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Mears Retreat w/ Hot Tub, Fireplace & Dunes located?

This family-friendly Mears vacation home is located on a river, within a 5-minute walk of Silver Lake State Park and Lake Michigan. Silver Lake and Little Sable Point Lighthouse are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Reviews

Mears Retreat w/ Hot Tub, Fireplace & Dunes Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.0

Cleanliness

9.0

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 48 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 48 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 48 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 48 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 48 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great space and location!

We had a fantastic time in this area. The house is nearby to silver lake activities as well as the light house. It is spacious and easily accommodated our extended family.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Family vacation

The overall stay was great! Nothing fancy, just a sensible house to stay at with a large group of people. Clean and comfortable! Great space for 14 people.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great House—Great Time

We enjoyed the house and had a great time. It is very spacious. Love the deck. Short walk to the beach. Nice big, well equipped kitchen. Good time was had by all. Would like to return next summer.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Disliked: Communication

Loved it!

We had a great time. The location is great. A few small things that were helpful to know from other reviews - bring a bit of extra toilet paper and paper towels if you have a large group. They could use a few more better chair options in the living room. There are lots of chairs for outdoor sitting. We loved it!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Could be so great!

We have stayed at this property consistently since 2019. First the good things: the location is wonderful. Its just a short walk to Lake Michigan or you can kayak down the stream to a public beach. The home is spacious and has room for plenty of guests. Sadly, it has been falling into disrepair. Every year we arrive to find the same things broken and new things falling apart. This year, the grass was knee-high and looked like it hadn't been mowed all season. There was poison ivy in many places, but especially thick on the edges of the property. Last year, our adults gave up using the hot tub because it is consistently green and slimy. This year was no exception, except now the hot tub cover is completely broken and falling apart. There are two refrigerators at this property, which is crucial for larger groups like ours. However, only one of them worked this year. When we called to ask about getting it repaired, the person who answered the property manager number told us she was “just the housekeeper.” It seems like she may have requested the repair, but the property owner doesn't care to keep the place up. During a particularly heavy rain, water came pouring in through the ceiling onto one of the beds. The list could go on, but you get the point. It's sad because it could be such a great property. We have many wonderful memories here, but we will be looking elsewhere next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Large place, comfy & homey, family friendly. Kitchen well appointed. Some bedrooms & bathrooms needed hooks &/or towel bars; no place to hang up clothes or bath towels (we would reuse them if we could hang them up). Sofas very uncomfortable for seating. Decks were fine but need cleaning/ staining/updating. Hot tub was fine.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Plenty of room , nice and quite
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Silver lake

It’s great for are large group , but could use some up keep , the deck is need of some refreshing along with the hot tub
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

Perfect for large families!

We really enjoyed our stay. We even wanted to stay longer. Place was clean and had fully stocked kitchen. We were hesitant upon arrival due to previous reviews. The hot tub was clean just the cover was broke. They said a new one is ordered so hopefully that is true and is replaced by now. There was 14 of us that stayed and we all slept comfortably and had our own space. We would definitely stay again in the future!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2019
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness
This house was worth the 2025 price but not the 2026 increase. It was not clean, had mice, and we had to mow the back yard ourselves when we got there.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Extended Family Vacation Week - 17 people

The location is great with less that a 5-minute walk to Lake Michigan. The connecting river from Silver Lake, which runs through the back of the property provided great fishing for the children and a great swimming area for the young children at the Lake Michigan Beach. Once we adjusted to the short comings of the house, we had a good time. The house showed signs of long term deferred maintenance. All of the kitchen counters were cracked and there was a major crack in the disposal side of the sink which leaked into the cabinet below. The trundle beads were broken and not usable. Luckly, we brought an inflatable queen size bead, and the couches were comfortable for sleeping. The hot tub was working but the water supply to the tub and its shower wasn't. We carried water from the house to top off the tub occasionally. The trash disposal process is totally inadequate for a group our size. They need to get several rollable trash bins like we are used to in the city, no one wants to handle strangers' garbage on trash day, and you can't put it out the night before (as suggested) because the animals get into it.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Nice but…

My family and I stayed here for 4 days and overall we all had a great time! There are a few things I do want to point out in hopes the owner will make some updates going forward. The property was nice overall, including the inside. However, the exterior needs some serious TLC. The exterior decks are really worn out, tree debris was everywhere we had to sweep a lot up. The outdoor table and seats were all dirty and the grass area looked like it hasn’t been cut in years. The screened in deck area off the Master King Bedroom was all dirty and was more of a storage area that you couldn’t use. Would have been nice to use this space. One of the bedrooms upstairs did have acorn shells left in the sheets but the bed was made professionally. Weird. It says that the exterior cameras aren’t pointing in any of the social areas but we noticed one camera on the deck pointing at the outdoor table and hot tub area. The hot tub lid when open might cover some of the camera view but still was not expecting one to be pointing in that direction. Hot tub is pretty old and we didn’t use it much because of this. The outdoor fire pit area could be nicer as well. There were two bikes in the garage that we were hoping to use but both tires were flat and useless. One another thing to mentioned on the inside, the basement does have a separate bedroom which we weren’t expecting and was a nice feature. It is a beautiful house and area just wish the owner took better care of the exterior.
Outdoor table and chairs pretty dirty, not well kept
Deck very worn
Deck very worn
Grass really tall couldn’t have the kids play in the backyard
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Wedding Weekend

We rented this home for our daughter’s wedding weekend. The home was spacious and clean. TONS of room. The contact person was extremely prompt with responses. Upon arrival we discovered water in sump pump area and Michelle got a plumber over right away without bother to us. Outside of this issue (there was a banging noise when the sump pump ran which could only be heard from master bedroom) and not being able to get the dishwasher to start, this home was awesome! Highly recommend the home for large groups (6 cars are the limit for parking)…. Lots of room to spread out and enjoy all this beautiful area has to offer!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Mid October-Wedding weekend

We rented the place for a long weekend for our daughter‘s wedding. The house was huge and very accommodating. The deck in back might need some attention as there is some rotting wood which could prove to be tricky. Because the weather was so cold we did not use the deck much however. Outside of the limited parking available for a house that sleeps 23, and could not get the dishwasher to work, we give this property five stars. The contact for the home was super prompt and responsive as the sump pump and or pipe in the basement was leaking and needed immediate attention. Thanks again! Highly recommend this property!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness

Great location but mediocre property

House had lots of space for our group of 13. Large basement game room was great for the kids with TV, foosball, pool table and other games. Overall kitchen was well laid out but drawers were dirty and pots and pans old. Master bedroom was above sump pump which cycled on and off at least twice per minute all night long. All bedrooms were spacious. Bunk bed bedroom was stuffy and ceiling fan didn't work, There were no sheets for the pull out couch in that room either so we could not use the room. We called the property manager but nothing got done. Kids loved the hot tub and enjoyed the yard and roasting marsh mellows in the fireplace. Easy 5 minute walk to beach and short drive to activities at silver lake. Overall we had a great time, but given the price for 1 week we expected the property to be in better shape.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome home

Very nice place was perfect for our family. Enjoyed our time here very much
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Multi-family Vacation

We had an amazing vacation at Silver Lake and really loved our stay! The home was spacious and accommodated our large family well. We stayed last year, too and enjoyed it even more this summer! The hot tub was working well and the outdoor shower and foot wash came in handy after visits to the beach. Having the river in the backyard was so handy for kayaking! We would appreciate a pullout or futon/couch in the basement room, but other than that, great home!
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Son's 40th Birthday

We had a wonderful getaway celebrating our son's 40th birthday. He chose this location based on proximity to Lake Michigan and the Silver Lake Sand Dunes. The house easily accomodated all our family and guests. In addition to Lake Michigan and the Sand Dunes, we enjoyed the local ice cream shops (all of them), miniature golf, bumper boats, candy shop, and rental of UTVs.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great for Large Groups

Amazing House, very spacious! Had a Large group and never felt crowded. House is also in an amazing location with trails to the dunes, trail to Lake Michigan, and very close to the state park and Silver Lake. Some info not listed in the booking: The basement is like a second living room with couches, TV, card table, foosball table, and a spare room. The back deck has a big table with chairs and the property itself has many lawn chairs. There is also a 3rd shower in the master bedroom. Overall this house was great and is for any type of group!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Nice property

The property was nice and in a nice location. Overall the vacation was good. Supplies in the house was very limited, such as pots and pan(very limited), toiletries, gas for grill, laundry soap was not included. Which our past experienced with other houses and with the price we paid these basic amenities was included. But all can be purchased uptown, just an inconvenience.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Multi-family vacation

Our large family was able to have a wonderful get-away at this beautiful home in Mears, MI! The fully stocked kitchen made it so easy to prepare meals at home and enjoy each other's company. The house had enough space for the kids to play and have quiet times throughout the day. The house was centrally located and worked well for day trips around Silver Lake. The hot tub was so relaxing for the end of the day. We took frequent kayak trips down the river and enjoyed family time at the channel.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication

Steps from Lake Michigan

A few issues with this property. 1) Could use some maintenance 2) Towels smell like smoke, not sure if owner is a smoker or prop manager. 3) We were told trailers were fine, I emailed and asked. Trailers not allowed and it was hard to park, plus neighbors were not too happy, but still very nice. 4) Steps from Lake Michigan is not a true statement. also I realize with the erosion etc. things have changed but the channel is just unappealing and we did kayak but steps that are now mostly in the channel need repairing. Again, I realize nothing much you can do but it is unfortunate.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Space for everyone!

If you need lots of space for various age groups, this is your house! Not only was it close to all major attractions (beach, lighthouse, dunes, etc.) but the creek off the back provided fishing, paddle boarding, & kayaking options. A great time was had by all!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Mears

We enjoyed our stay. Beds/linens were comfortable, kitchen was well appointed, location was good, hot tub was a bonus. Plenty of room to spread out. We enjoyed our week.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Amazing home close to Lake MI

This house was fantastic! Plenty of room for my entire family to stay and have a great time. It was walking distance to Lake MI, the neighbors are great, and it's close to many different family attractions. We went to Little Sable Lighthouse, Mac Wood Dune Rides, Lewis Farms, wine tasting, and even a fish boil. Fun for all ages and room in the house to spread out and relax. The hot tub was an added bonus!