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CUTE RETRO cabin, RELAX here, AC, Lake view, big yard, assoc. dock, pet friendly

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large yard - lots of room to play. View lake/dunes. Access to shared lake lot.
Refreshed kitchen w/stainless fridge, sink, vintage double oven & table set
Microwave, coffee maker, toaster, dishware, pots & pans
Vintage kitchen decor
Kitchen and living room

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Beach view
  • Fireplace
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Mears, MI
  • Silver Lake State Park
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Craig's Cruisers Family Fun Center
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Little Sable Point Lighthouse
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Ludington, MI (LDM)
    ‪41 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

CUTE RETRO cabin, RELAX here, AC, Lake view, big yard, assoc. dock, pet friendly

Golden View cottage has been in our family since 1984. It is located in a lake-front neighborhood on the western end of Silver Lake (“the quiet side”), near Mac Woods Dune Rides & Whippy Dip (can you say ice cream??). It has a nice sunny large lot, deck, views of Silver Lake & the Dunes and private lake access including dock privileges at the shared association lot adjacent to our property.

We fully refreshed the cottage in 2021, new flooring, paint, furnishings. But celebrate the retro feel & design. It is adorable!

We have strict cleaning protocols for your sanitizing assurance between rentals. Guests bring their own bed sheets/pillowcases and bath towels. All mattress pads, pillow case protectors, bed spreads, bath floor mats, bath hand towels, door rugs, kitchen towels are replaced between each stay.

The cottage has AIR CONDITIONING! We are happy to make you more comfortable on those hot summer nights.

Silver Lake is an amazing place to vacation - endless fun, activities galore, and the incredible Silver Lake Sand Dunes and Lake Michigan beaches to explore. From this property you can ride your bike along the very scenic Silver Lake channel out to Lake Michigan. Take a tour of the Little Sable Point Lighthouse, catch a sunset or just park yourself on the beach and enjoy!

This cottage has a living area open to the kitchen, with picture windows looking towards the lake and yard. The association dock is just steps away for mooring your watercraft, casting a line off the end of the dock or swimming. The cottage includes a large deck with a kid's sandbox, firepit area, and swing set. And, plenty of room for the kids to play in the yard. We also have a second outdoor shower to rinse off after the beach. Just making sure this is clear - this cottage is not directly on the lake but steps away and has a view of lake & dunes.

There are 2 bedrooms, equipped with a queen size bed and a full size bed. We regularly upgrade our mattresses. We have a couch & comfy chairs in the great room. The bathroom has a tub/shower combo. The kitchen includes a dining table for 4 people and there is also a table/umbrella on the deck. The kitchen is fully equipped with stove, fridge, microwave, coffee maker. toaster - the works! We aim to please the 'foodie' in you!

To make your stay more relaxing, we have loaded the book case with beach reads and books for the kids. There is also a toy bin and plenty of board games. We have also have a smart TV with ROKU, Xbox and WIFI fiber internet.

Outside there is a gas BBQ grill, deck furniture and fire pit. We have parking for 2-3 cars and a trailer (check with us on the size of your 'toy' trailer first).

This location is within walking distance to Mac Woods Dune Rides and Whippy Dip. The kids can ride their bikes safely on our paved neighborhood streets. Just a short drive away (2 miles to the downtown area) are go-karts/arcade, bumper cars/boats, 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. Or, hop on your bike or lace up your running shoes and cruise the paved pedestrian path around the entire lake. 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 the fun - return for generations!

Check-in time: 3pm
Check-out time: 11am
flexible times on weekend rentals (check with owner)
Pet fee is $20/night per pet

Property manager

Tammy Carey

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 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: dogs (limit 2 total)
Max of 2 dogs only, fee is $10/day per pet
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Limit smoking to outside cottage

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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

About the area

Mears

Located in Silver Lake, this cottage is near theme parks. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Silver Lake State Park. Craig's Cruisers Family Fun Center and Lewis Farm Market & Petting Farm are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and hunting.
Map
Mears, MI

What's nearby

  • Silver Lake State Park - 8 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Craig's Cruisers Family Fun Center - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Little Sable Point Lighthouse - 5 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Upper Silver Lake - 6 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Silver Lake Sand Dunes Area Chamber of Commerce - 15 min drive - 12.8 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Frickin' Chicken Shack - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Open Hearth Grille - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Whippy Dip - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Silver Scoops Cafe and Creamery - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Golden Eatery - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is CUTE RETRO cabin, RELAX here, AC, Lake view, big yard, assoc. dock, pet friendly pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at CUTE RETRO cabin, RELAX here, AC, Lake view, big yard, assoc. dock, pet friendly?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at CUTE RETRO cabin, RELAX here, AC, Lake view, big yard, assoc. dock, pet friendly?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is CUTE RETRO cabin, RELAX here, AC, Lake view, big yard, assoc. dock, pet friendly located?

Situated in Silver Lake, this cottage is within 1 mi (2 km) of Silver Lake State Park and Lake Michigan. The Fox Barn Winery and Little Sable Point Lighthouse are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

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9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Cristalee M.

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

Wonderful stay

Beds were comfy, kitchen had all the necessities, host was very responsive - over all it we had a great time!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandy W.

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

Its a nice cozy cottage. Nice location.

I think things could have been a bit cleaner meaning the cottage. Outside appearance.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

KAREN B.

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

We couldn’t have ask for anything nicer. My grand babies loved it.

Tammy and her husband were great!! The cottage was lovely and very clean. The neighbors were awesome and very informative also. The only thing I can think of is that a clothes line and motions lights by the fire pit would have been nice. We would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia L.

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

Lovely Silver Lake retreat

The cottage was quaint but sufficient for our needs. The beds were very comfortable & the entire place was very clean & tidy. We enjoyed sitting on the deck with the view of the lake. My favorite place, the lighthouse beach, was just a short distance away. Just a short walk away was Mac Woods dune rides & Whippy Dip. I would definitely rent this place again & recommend it to others.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heidi D.

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

Another Great Week

We had a great week. The place is perfect for our family.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

heidy h.

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

4th of July 2024

So many memories made at this adorable cottage !! We can not thank Tammy enough ! Neighbors and neighborhood is awesome !!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Donna E.

Beautiful area! We return every year and have always had a lovely experience!

We love Goldenview Cottage! We have also stayed at the Beech house. Both are equally wonderful! We return every year and the Careys are always very welcoming and accommodating!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2017

8/10 Good

Cheryl W.

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

Small cottage home

This little cottage had everything we needed for a long weekend on the dunes. A bit run down and grounds not too we’ll kept, but it was clean. Convenient location for dunes and activities.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca A.

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

Great single family rental!

We go on an annual family trip to silver lake. We meet up with about 20+ family members. We prefer a smaller rental for our family rather than sharing with multiple others. The cabin was perfect. Central air, stocked kitchen, nice beds, room to relax, bathroom was clean with a tub, and we could bring our dogs. Tammy and Sean were amazing hosts. Quick to respond and were very welcoming. We felt like we were at a family cabin not some cold time share. We look forward to coming again and again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Bill C.

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

Silver Lake summer vacation

Great location. Nice little cabin has everything you need. We enjoyed it a lot! AC works well. Great access to lake and dock. Even caught some fish! Garage door needs a little attention. Maybe a small hatchet for splitting firewood. We would come back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cindy W.

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

Sweet home away from home

We LOVED this sweet place! We could sit on the patio deck and see the water Silver lake and also walk done just a few feet away to the dock. The neighborhood was quiet and the home is so conveniently located to everything Silver Lake has to offer. We went in a more off season time but during the summer I could see this being a place for small family or few friends to stay and enjoy the Cottage and play games inside and out and have a bonfire! Sit outside for dinner and easily bike or walk up the road for ice cream! Or even hop in the car and ride less than 5 minutes to Sable Lighthouse and enjoy the beach! We took our dog and she loved it all too! The Cottage is very clean and has comfy beds and chairs! The hosts ALWAYS responded if I had questions but had very few! We HIGHLY Recommend this wonderful place!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Annette W.

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

Needs updating

Adequate Nice neighborhood. Standard bed needs new mattress.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heidi D.

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

Wonderful Week

We had a wonderful week. Host was very communicative even before our arrival. The house was squeaky clean and had everything we expected based on listing info. We were informed by host about lake levels not allowing the lift to work as easily as expected. Although we were able to use it 2 days the other days we problem solved a safe way to dock our boat. We loved our stay and look forward to next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kayla Z.

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

Amazing little cottage

Very clean property! First thing I noted when walking in was the cleanliness which is appreciated. The owners were very helpful. Had everything we needed for our week at the lake. Great location so you're not right by all the touristy stuff in the roundabout but not far either. Close to the state parks (check out the Silver Lake one with young kids for a small shallow beach and the lighthouse point state park for the huge Lake Michigan Beach and waves). This was our first time staying in this area but we look forward to returning. The listing for this property is extremely accurate.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dave S.

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

Truly amazing!

Me and my two daughters had the best time ever! We would normally stay at the state campground, but this year we didn't have a camper. This little cottage had everything we needed, and then some! It was very comfortable and close to everything. Especially Whippy Dip! Which was a 3 minute walk away. Tammy was very hospital, and was very quick to answer every question I had. My family and friends do the same weekend every year at the campground. After this stay my campground days may be over, if i can srtay here again. Also, the campground is litterally 2 minutes away by car, spwe were able to hang out there quite a bit. Thanks again Tammy for all your help and hospitality!! Hope to stay again. 🙂
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Regan F.

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

Just right

This cottage was perfect for our long weekend getaway. Tammy was great with communication! We were very close to the Heritage Wedding barn (reason for this trip). The neighborhood was very quiet. We enjoyed walking, as well as a short ride to Golden Township park on Lake Michigan. Clean, cute, retro
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Georgina W., Toledo ohio

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

A Fun Time

We had a great time! Very clean and everything is within 10 minutes of the cottage. Air conditioning was nice
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

stacy g.

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

Fantastic Stay!

Highly recommend staying at this rental. Exactly as expected, location is key, plenty of late night walks to the Whippy Dip, beautiful view of the Dunes and Lake. Very clean, all the amenities one needs! Thank you so much Tammy, it was hard to leave!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

heidy h.

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

Absolutely Amazing

This property was perfect for our family vacation. Our adult children and our grandchildren all had an amazing time. Owner was great and Neighbors as well. One of the most relaxed vacations ever !! Will definitely go back !!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth S.

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

Home but away from home

The Golden View Cottage is about a few miles away from town when we arrive the place was clean, it's pet friendly and close to the Lighthouse Beach, ice-cream stands and sand dune rides and the owners respond right away if you have any questions-overall had a good time
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Rick B.

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

Nice little place

Nice location, great for a small family. Only down side was the previous occupants smoked inside and the smell was bad.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Philip B.

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

Nice place to great away

Nice and quiet neighborhood.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Patty S.

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

Great little house

This is a clean small house just steps from the lake. Perfect for two and dog friendly! It is in a quiet and friendly neighborhood. We had a great time. Would rent again! Thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michelle L.

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

Memorial Day Trip

We loved the location and the cottage is super cute!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

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

Silver Lake Getaway

This little cottage is perfect for a stay in Silver Lake. Right in the middle of everything and just minutes from all the major attractions.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

About the host

Hosted by Tammy Carey

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Hi! Tammy & Sean Carey have been renting cottages at Silver Lake for 30 years, with many happy customers. The Golden View Cottage was passed down through the family, originally built by Mac Wood for his mother back in the 60's.

We pride ourselves on having very clean and well maintained/equipped properties. We live and work in the area and are available immediately for any maintenance issue or questions. Our past renters have become our friends, coming back year after year.

Why they chose this property

This property has a more 'beachy' feel than our other cottage available for rent at Silver Lake. You can see the lake & dunes from our property and take your watercraft over to the dunes. The sand dunes are without a doubt the best beach you'll ever hang out on!

We have raised our family in the Silver Lake area - we know the great restaurants, the cool beaches, where to hike, bike, and of course, we have dune buggies in our barns. We moor our own boat on the dock and love to spend our Sunday afternoons on the dunes! We try to keep in mind what makes a fun vacation and make sure our properties are equipped to create lasting memories. We have a welcome binder with all the tips - from wine tours, farm stores, theme/water parks to deep sea fishing - the Silver Lake area really has it all. If we can help you plan your vacation activities - just ask!

What makes this property unique

View of Silver Lake & Sand Dunes
Long association dock with slip, fishing off end of dock
Cozy cottage with AC
Biggest yard in the neighborhood
Family games, wireless internet, ROKU/smart TV
Quiet, peaceful side of the lake - closest to Lake MI & lighthouse
Whippy Dip & Mac Woods Dune Rides right across the street!

Languages:

English