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Bear Lake Kalkaska, MI Lakefront with beautiful sandy beach

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Enjoy outdoor dining and relaxation on the covered deck with a barbecue grill and comfortable seating.
Enjoy meal preparation and dining at this kitchen with a microwave, oven, and dining table.
Cozy single-room accommodation with a bunk bed, ceiling fan, and carpeted floor.
Relax in this inviting living room with a view of the water through large windows, featuring a plaid-patterned sofa and entertainment unit.
Enjoy serene lakeside views and leisurely boat rides from this picturesque dock.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 9

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor space
The current price is AU$517
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug

About this property

Entire place

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

Bear Lake Kalkaska, MI Lakefront with beautiful sandy beach

We are locate on one of the cleanest lakes in the state. Great fishing, boating, water sports. Private dock for your convenience. Beautiful sandy beach. House has a nice deck looking at the water with beautiful sunsets. Back bedroom sleeps 5 and has AC. Only 45 minutes to Traverse City and 30 minutes to Turtle Creek casino. Canoe liveries only minutes away. BBQ grill for your use, fire pit, picnic table. House will sleep 9. We also have a pontoon boat available to rent on site and have kayaks and a paddle board that we offer. There is also a private raft. All bedding is provided.

Property manager

John Best

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Dock
  • Firepit
  • Patio

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Boat
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby

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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 28

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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

Property is also known as

Lakefront With Beautiful Beach Kalkaska
Lakefront With Beautiful Beach Private vacation home
Lakefront With Beautiful Beach Private vacation home Kalkaska

About the area

Map
Kalkaska, MI

What's nearby

  • Grandview Golf Club - 22 min drive - 20.3 km
  • Twin Birch Golf Course - 26 min drive - 26.5 km
  • Torch Lake Park - 45 min drive - 50.6 km
  • Turtle Creek Casino - 45 min drive - 54.3 km
  • Torch Lake - 47 min drive - 51.6 km

Getting around

  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dingman's Tavern - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Manistee Lake Inn - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Lalone's Restaurant - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪U-Haulliquid Mirage - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Our Place - ‬19 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Bear Lake Kalkaska, MI Lakefront with beautiful sandy beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Bear Lake Kalkaska, MI Lakefront with beautiful sandy beach?

As of 21 July 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Bear Lake Kalkaska, MI Lakefront with beautiful sandy beach on 9 Aug 2025 start from AU$516.54, 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.

What time is check-in at Bear Lake Kalkaska, MI Lakefront with beautiful sandy beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bear Lake Kalkaska, MI Lakefront with beautiful sandy beach?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Bear Lake Kalkaska, MI Lakefront with beautiful sandy beach located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 16 miles (25 km) of Grandview Golf Club, Hanson Hills Recreation Area and Crawford County Historical Museum. AuSable Artisan Village and Wakeley Lake are also within 16 miles (25 km).

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Bear Lake Kalkaska, MI Lakefront with beautiful sandy beach Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 12 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 12 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 12 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 12 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 12 reviews

7.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Janet T.

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

Lovely lake!

Nice beach, clean lake. Cabin was a bit challenging.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

becky m.

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

1 week stay

The host, John was awesome. Excellent amenities and checked on us to see if we needed anything. Responded to our questions quickly. Water is absolutely beautiful and prime location. Would definitely stay again
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leigh B.

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

Fun in the sun!

We had a great time creating memories and fun times we will never forget and the host was very nice and helped us when we needed anything 😀
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Denis S.

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

Family Time

This property is right on the water so we could sit on the deck and watch the kids play. The area is absolutely beautiful. John is by far the best property owner we have ever rented from. He provided a very stress-free stay. Will definitely stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

2/10 Terrible

Mary D.

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

Overpriced

Cobbled up 1960s house trailer hidden by siding, only had push button locks on exterior doors. No window in one bedroom, no bolts holding toilet, bugs, bad mold and mildew smell No wifi,and a window banger in one bedroom for air conditioning…..
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Mary W.

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

Hopefully helpful for other guests

The owner was great with communication and responsive. We knew that the place would be rustic but were still surprised. The kitchen was very small and not clean. The bathroom is also extremely small and the shower is elevated which makes it difficult for taller people to shower. Overall cleanliness was not great. The place does not have air conditioning (except for the room with bunk beds) and the weather was very hot for the first part of our stay and it was uncomfortable. The lake is a beautiful lake but we would not stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jill D.

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

Beautiful lake

Beautiful lake, friendly host
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

kara p.

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

Lovely time

Lake was absolutely gorgeous and clean. We had a great time on the lake. John was a great host; provided us items that the kitchen didn't have. He was available anytime. Thanks John for a great vacation. We cannot wait to go back
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy M.

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

Great times at Bear Lake

Great host, amazing beach, lake, and sunsets!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Leah G.

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

Bear Lake Family Vacation

We had an excellent time staying at this property. We had 4 adults and 5 children and there was room for everyone. The kids especially enjoyed the dock and beach. Perfect swimming location. You really can't beat the location.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

James M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

A week on the lake

John is the Best host we've come in contact with in a long time. He was there to greet us when we arrived and even offered to help us unload our truck. The house was old, but comfy. The beach was great and the water clean and clear. Dock was long enough to reach the deep water, so no worries. And the public launch is six houses away. Gas grill was available for use as well as a fire pit.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Susan B.

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

Beautiful Bear Lake

This property is wonderful for enjoying this beautiful lake. The sand beach is perfect and lots of lawn furniture and water toys are included. It was very nice to have a long dock and the public boat launch is close by which was very convenient. The cottage is close to the water so the view was spectacular.