15 Minutes to Torch Lake and 5 min to the Village of Bellaire

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The back deck with great views and outside dinning table

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2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6108.7 sq m

Popular amenities

Dryer
Hot tub
Washer
Barbecue grill
Parking available

Explore the area

Bellaire, MI

The Legend
‪2 min walk‬
Lake Bellaire
‪8 min drive‬
Schuss Mountain
‪13 min drive‬
Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
‪56 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

2 Double Beds

Bedroom 2

2 Double Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Outdoor play area

About this property

"Nestled in the heart of natural beauty, our condo offers a clean and cozy retreat just moments away from Torch Lake, Lake Bellaire, and Clam Lake. Conveniently situated within walking distance to Shanty Creek Resort, guests can easily access the resort's golf courses, pools, and summit restaurants. While the ski hill is currently closed, our condo remains a charming base for exploring the area's attractions. During the winter months, enjoy ski-in, ski-out access (pending resort opening the hill; please verify with the resort). Additionally, take advantage of the resort's complimentary shuttles to nearby ski mountains and town during peak times. And don't forget to soak in the breathtaking sunset views right from the comfort of your own space and enjoy the warmth of a real wood fireplace. ( Pool Pass And fire wood included)"

Property manager

Dale Snook

Premier Host

Languages

English

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Dryer

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 28

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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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

About the area

Bellaire

Bellaire is home to this condo. The Legend and The Chief Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Torch Lake and Glacial Hills Pathway and Natural Area Trailhead. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and skiing, and don't miss out on the sledging.

Bellaire, MI

What's nearby

The Legend - 2 min walk - 0.3 km
Short's Brewing Company - 8 min drive - 5.1 km
Lake Bellaire - 8 min drive - 4.9 km
Schuss Mountain - 13 min drive - 6.1 km
Clam Lake - 30 min drive - 17.3 km

Getting around

Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 56 min drive

Restaurants

‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
‪Short's Brewing Company - ‬8 min drive
‪Bellaire Bar & Restaurant - ‬8 min drive
‪M88 Morning Grind - ‬7 min drive
‪Shanty Creek Resorts - ‬4 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does 15 Minutes to Torch Lake and 5 min to the Village of Bellaire have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool and an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is 15 Minutes to Torch Lake and 5 min to the Village of Bellaire pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at 15 Minutes to Torch Lake and 5 min to the Village of Bellaire?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 15 Minutes to Torch Lake and 5 min to the Village of Bellaire?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 15 Minutes to Torch Lake and 5 min to the Village of Bellaire located?

Set amidst the mountains, this ski-in/ski-out condo building in Bellaire is within 1 mile (2 km) of The Legend and The Chief Golf Course, and is convenient for winter sports, such as cross-country skiing and sledging. Hawk's Eye Golf Course and Lake Bellaire are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Kevin M.

12 January 2025

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

Cozy and well-managed

The owners must have a background in hospitality - everything was well thought out. They were proactive with communication and checking in was very easy. The unit is cozy and nicely decorated. It’s a short drive to skiing and the pool access was nice when the weather wasn’t.

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda S.

12 October 2024

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

Great property!

We can’t say enough great things about our stay and Dale’s beautiful condo! It was everything we could have hoped for. Right from the start communication was excellent. Check in was flawless and our one question was answered promptly. The kitchen is as well stocked as my own, the furniture was comfortable and the bedrooms were clean. Getting to the restaurant was a 2 minute walk and the food was excellent. I wish I could attach pictures of the view, the deer, and the turkeys off the deck. This unit will be our first choice for next year’s color tour. Petoskey, Torch Lake, Suttons, and Leelanau (Fish Town) were all easy beautiful drives that brought us back to Shanty Creek in time for dinner. Thank you Dale for a great stay!

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Annemarie T.

15 September 2024

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

WiFi not strong enough

The only problem I had was the Wi-Fi did not work well had a hard time watching movies

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ed / Elaine W.

7 September 2024

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

Trappers

Large and spacious. Great area. We will return.

Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charlie J.

5 September 2024

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

Shanty Creek resort

The condo was nice. I liked the backyard view sitting on back deck. The condo was located close to Bellare, Charlevoix, and not far from Traverse City. We visited all 3 places good time.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diane S.

15 August 2024

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

Bigger than pictures indicate

Nice condo that would be great in the ski season and is lovely in the summer. Enjoyed our short stay for a wedding.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anthony K.

11 August 2024

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

Great Stay in Northern Michigan

We had a great week, the location as perfect for us. Close to nearby attractions, but far enough way to relax. (We were there in the summer, so snow in the winter would likely make this a different experience being next to a ski resort). The property was very clean. We had some TV and internet issues to start, but after exchanging a few text messages with the owner Dale, we were able to getting everything sorted out within 24hrs. The kitchen is well stocked for your vacation cooking needs. All the basics are there for both cooking and baking. It has a single cup Keurig and a traditional drip coffee machine. The unit has a new dishwasher and plenty of dishwasher pods were available. The washer and dryer were helpful. There is a Dollar General store less than 5 minutes away that was able to fill all those little things we didn't want to pack (laundry soap, foil, paper napkins). The traditional grocery store was also very close and offered online ordering to make that task quick and easy! Checkout tasks were all reasonable - 0 issues. We found it to be a good place to stay with 2 younger kids. There is a trunk filled with kids games and a few toys. An outdoor playground is just a short walk away, and having access to the resort pool was a nice bonus. Just a 15-20 drive from the condo, we found a nice park on Torch lake with public access (William Good Day Park) and just across the street from that park is a public access point to Lake Michigan (Torch Bay Nature Preserve).

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Kristi H.

27 July 2024

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

Shanty Creek Condo

Location was perfect. Owner always responded right away. Two bedrooms each with a bathroom was perfect. The only downside was that the internet did not work. We had to pay and use our own hotspot to watch tv. The dock space was very convenient also. Loved clam lake/torch lake and will be back.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

DAVE K.

20 July 2024

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

Relax and Enjoy

Property is as advertised. Easy access to the property and surrounding activities.

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jordan P.

14 July 2024

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

Exactly what we needed

Condo was exactly what we needed to enjoy a golf weekend! Thanks!

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Derek S.

8 July 2024

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

Summer in Northern Michigan!

Dale's condo at Shanty Creek resort lived up to all of the photos and description. We had 2 large bedrooms with 2 full beds each, 2 full baths, a well equipped kitchen (tons of pots/pans/dishes/glasses, even a crock pot!), in-unit laundry, and a living room with fireplace/big TV, board games/books, and a nice view of slopes off the deck. We were treated to a passing gaggle of wild turkeys outside on a few mornings! In addition, we also took advantage of access to the Shanty Creek outdoor and indoor pools. They are a very short walk from the unit. Check-in was easy with the supplied access code. Dale also checked in with us via text to see how we settled in. I would recommend this property as a home-base for your outdoor northern Michigan adventures!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ed M.

8 July 2024

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

nice condo

nice property...homey and lots of golf

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Macie B.

29 June 2024

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

Bellaire

We really enjoyed the property and the view from the rooms! Tons of wildlife, It was very clean and had everything you need to cook in the kitchen which we did the whole time we visited. I'd also recommend using the boat rental place they suggest they were so amazing and helpful. You are close to a grocery store , and some good shopping places Bellaire and Alden! (Mill house spice is our number one stop when he comes up). There is an awesome trail head pretty close by to! It's about 45 mins from traverse City depending where you want to go, we will definitely be staying again A couple things in the listing I'd like to point out *USE THE BEACH CLUB PASS! We didn't take advantage of it as we had our trip mostly planned and decided to on our last day before we left and we would of definitely squeezed in going everyday! It was beautiful and had so much sporting equipment and a awesome beach and play area (we had kids 6/8) The pool was really nice also so definitely use the pass! Grills - so it says there are grills available to use they are pretty far from the rooms themselves and they were not clean, that did cause a hitch in our cooking plans but we were able to make due with the kitchen, Fire pits - so there is a fire pit to share not a private one it was available the whole time we were there it does say that in the listing but I just wanted to add there is about 5 of them out there so if you go out early enough we snagged one the entire time . There is wood to!

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cathy F.

27 May 2024

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

Loved it

Beautiful condo lots of stairs. Love the location.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Caleb A.

2 April 2024

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

Great spot!!

Just a family getaway. Love everything about this area! Pool/fireplace/restaurant/city of bellaire. Just awesome!

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Scott

18 February 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication

Nice place to rent for a ski trip weekend. Great view and good location on the resort. Condo has good layout. We would rent again.

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

Daniel H.

2 February 2024

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

Condo living

the facilities were comfortable but we had a few concerns: never got the television to work; no facial tissues, no bar soap in bath rooms; no bath mat in bathroom; no plastic wrap or foil in the kitchen. Also, why do the guests have to have the dishwasher emptied before they leave? It was a long walk from the parking lot to the unit.

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cathi C.

21 January 2024

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

Ski weekend

Comfortable and spacious. Great location and amenities.

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dawn F.

7 January 2024

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

Excellent get-away

This condo was perfect for 6 of us to stay there comfortably - plenty of space and a cozy cabin feel that still made us all feel connected. The kitchen was beautifully stocked with cookware, the beds were very comfortable, and the pool/hot tub were excellent bonuses. Dale was quick to respond to my questions. We're planning on returning next year!

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matt L.

24 October 2023

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

Comfortable hideaway

Dale's two bedroom condominium is comfortable, clean, and convenient to the shops and restaurants in Summit Village. He was very responsive and flexibly accommodated a last minute travel change even though VRBO's terms did not require it (thanks, Dale!). Fitness center access ($10/day) is not included. The condo Wi-Fi is very unreliable, but Dale said he would investigate.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kim G.

13 October 2023

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

Fall Getaway

Property was as listed. Nice location.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

David W.

7 October 2023

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

Very enjoyable week-long family vacation Up North

Nice location at Shanty Creek resort w/easy access to main building, tennis courts, fitness area, etc. Close to Bellaire & many other areas, multiple golf courses & other nearby activities. Second year we've stayed in this area, last year renting a condo more in the Schuss Mountain neighborhood. Quieter there, but further from many other resort amenities.

Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

sheryl b.

7 September 2023

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

Great location!!

Great condo!!

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Monika S.

28 August 2023

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

Great Vacation

Place is a blast!! Has beautiful view with an access to campfire, it’s clean and well equipped Owners easy to work with We will be back!

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

31 July 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication

Close to City of Bellaire. Nice small town with good restaurants and shops. Great hiking and cycling nearby. Loved Glacial Hills trails. Close to many lakes. We had access to the beach club on Lake Bellaire. When staying at Shanty Creek you have access to three beautiful golf courses. The property itself was very comfortable. Loved the woodland decor. Had a washer and dryer which was nice and the kitchen was well equipped.

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Dale Snook

I own and manage 4 Condos At Trappers And Pine Brook in Bellaire for over 10 years. I have lived in Antrim County for over 40 years this year. I fell in Love with is area at the young age of 21 and moved here on my own from Rochester Michigan and never looked back. This is still the place I love to be. I like to share the places I own with people who love it too, and I hope you have fun in this amazing area.

Why they chose this property

This Cozy Condo is so close to all the great activitys in the area.

What makes this property unique

Amazing sunset views, and Ski In Ski out but only when Shanty has the Summit ski hill open. (it has been closed for a few years but Rumer has it it may open? so please call the resort) And so close to golfing and dining and the indoor and outdoor pools. Not all condos offer the Pool Passes for guest but we do at no extra cost to you.

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