Upon leaving, we were able to talk to the family and they were such lovely people that were able to help us get keys out of a locked car! Everyone loved the house, it was within everyone's budget and also really homey. Would definitely recommend to anyone looking for a place upstate

Very clean and roomy house. Dave and his family are gracious hosts. We would absolutely stay again.

This was a lovely place to stay. Dave and his family were warm and welcoming. This home is especially great for young children, as there was a crib, age-appropriate toys, and lots of space to run. My two year old loved it!

We stayed at Dave and Kay's house for a long weekend. It was our first trip with our three-month old and we were a bit nervous. That being said, this house was perfect for traveling with an infant! We couldn't have asked for a better place. The location was perfect for going into downtown Bellaire, visiting Traverse City and generally just exploring the area. Also, the property was gorgeous - with lots of wildlife (deer, turkeys, etc) to watch from their amazing back deck. Dave and Kay were the most wonderful hosts and made check in/check out a breeze. It was obvious they were invested in us having a great experience. We can't thank you both enough!

Beautiful house, clean and spacious. Dave is a great host and gave us a conforatable and great experience at his home. 100% would stay with him again.

Dave and his wife are lovely people with a lovely home. The location was great! With the Clam Lake boat launch just around the corner it is a Northern Michigan dream location. I would recommend Dave and Kaye's place to anyone.

Awesome hosts and accommodations!! Communication was always prompt and helpful! Beautiful location can't wait to visit again!

We came to visit Torch Lake with family and friends and this is a great place to stay. A short drive to Torch Lake and within walking distance to Lake Bellaire. The home is roomy, lots of outdoor decks, and a spacious lot. Private and quiet. Dave and his family are more than accommodating.

Skip and Kathy are great hosts and the place was well suited for the function I was attending. Being alone and on a such busy schedule, I was not able to enjoy some of the amenities that the place does offer. The place is a viable option if I am back up there with my wife.

Great place, nice views.

This condo was perfect for our short, 2-night getaway. It was clean, quaint, had a nice patio, and comfortable bed. It is within walking distance to golf at Shanty Creek, restaurants on the premises, and pool area. It was also a very short drive into Bellaire to experience Short's Brewing!

It's a nice, cozy room with a great view. Convenient and simple. Skip and Kathy made it easy to have an enjoyable stay.

Super great for a small get away! Cheap and comfortable- can't get much better than that.

I called before we arrived just to be sure we knew how to get in and Skip took time to give us some local tips around the area that were very useful!

It was quiet and serene. Very peaceful. The complex was quite large so it took us awhile to find our way around.

We felt welcomed and the place was well equipped. It is a beautiful setting. We would definitely stay again. Thanks Kathy and Skip.

Great place for a getaway! Great price and great location! Thank you, Skip and Kathy!

This place was perfect for a weekend get away. Comfy beds, cute kitchenette, beautiful view and great location to go check out downtown and Shorts brewry.

Everything was excellent. Location is prime, walking distance from some great restaurants, ski hill, indoor/outdoor pool, hot tub. Everything you could need for a weekend stay is readily available to you. Kathy was easy to keep in touch with and quick to respond to my questions. Definitely recommended.

Skip and Kathy were very courteous hosts. The condo was centrally located, convenient to everything and well equipped.

Beautiful view just outside the condo. Room exactly as described. Would stay again.

The condo is just as described! It was perfect. She even had small things such as extra deodorant,toothbrushes toothpaste, shampoo and conditioner. The kitchen even had coffee. The location to the Summit Lodge with the pool was just a very short drive. And we were able to use that! I would definitely go back!!!

Kathy was a wonderful host. She checked in with us to let us know all of the wonderful accommodations that came with our stay. We loved being able to take the shuttle downtown for dinner and shopping free of charge! It was the perfect location for us. We drove about 20 miles to go kayaking on the Jordan river. It was just we needed for our anniversary weekend. Thanks Kathy and Skip! We hope to come back soon :)

We loved being at the resort. It was so nice to be right where we could walk to so many amenities. We swam, ate, and had a massage. The view was amazing. The room was very clean. It was very small, but worked for us and our daughter.

We had a great stay at Karen and Mark's home! Their house, as well as the surrounding area, is very beautiful and relaxing. The room and private bathroom are spacious and well-appointed. We were only there for a short time but felt right at home and enjoyed our stay.

We can not say enough good things about Karen, Mark and their beautiful home. They were so welcoming and very understanding with our coming and going to wedding festivities. Karen and Mark were absolutely the best hosts and I would highly recommend them. Their home is beautiful, comfortable, welcoming and the view of the lake is nothing short of gorgeous! We hope to return for future trips to Michigan!

Karen and her husband were warm and welcoming. They were great to chat with and provided us with a list of places to go and things to do around the area. We felt comfortable and relaxed during our weekend getaway at their place. I would recommend the "Peaceful Lake Living" to anyone :)

Stay was great. Karen had lots of information and was very friendly. Room was very comfortable. Entrance and bathroom made it somewhat private. We wished we had more time to take advantage of a wonderful view of the lake.

We had a short but lovely stay at Karen's home. The house and room were just perfect and Karen provided everything we needed to be comfortable. The view from the house out on to the lake is wonderful and we enjoyed a nice cup of coffee in the morning looking out on the view. This was our first AirBNB experience and it could not have gone any better. I will definitely stay at Karen's place if we are in the Bellaire area again, and with Short's only a few miles away I guessing that will be sooner rather than later.

Wonderful, private location. Easy to find, easy to park. Very friendly hosts made us feel welcome from the very start. Great communication. Clean, comfortable, large room. Plenty of bedding. Bathroom is large - nice after a few days in a small cabin.

We had a wonderful Airbnb experience with Karen & Mark. Our room and bathroom were very neat and clean. Complete with some snacks in our room. We enjoyed the friendly conversations around the breakfast table and the great suggestions of places to eat and see near your place. This was a great location for us to attend our friend's wedding in East Jordan. The lake was very peaceful and beautiful. Would definitely recommend this to anyone looking to explore the lakes in Michigan.

They are the Best Host. I have never done Airbnb before this and it was my first time, they explained everything to us and were very nice. They have a beautiful view right from their backyard. Their own dock on a gorgeous lake. Whenever I go back up there I am definitely staying at their place. Thank you!

Location and price was great!

Desiree had everything ready to go considering we were her first guests. I am confident she will do all she can do to make your stay comfortable. This place would be awesome in ski season or in golf season. We were just two travelers passing through, and everything was great.

This spot was perfect for my 3 night stay for a wedding in Mancelona. Desiree has truly thought of everything a person could need. It was so nice to have all the little amenities! It was very clean, comfortable, and quiet, and Desiree was very easy to get a hold of when needed. The only downside is that my verizon phone had zero service and there is no wireless. I also highly recommend getting there in the daylight hours because it was a bit difficult to find my first time through! Highly recommend this relaxing space!

We had a wonderful stay. A great place, with a great location. We'll be back!!

Perfect spot for privacy. Yet near everything, casino, Dockside, Short's, and so much more. Comfortable queen-sized bed, nicely furnished. Dersiree is so thoughtful......Even to the point of having chargers for your phones and devices. Definitely would stay again and again!

Everything was fine

Desiree's place was the perfect spot to stay for our quick weekend up north. The place is very homey and cozy with many nice little touches that make it such. It was only a shirt ride to Torch Lake and a little further to Elk Rapids and Traverse City which was where we spent most the days. Desiree was also very helpful and responsive to questions. The only minor negatives would be that it is a bit difficult to find in the dark the first night (Diseree did supply a map to help though) and the lack of cellular service in the area (so make sure you have that map downloaded ahead of time).

Desiree worked with our crazy schedule, above and beyond! This place is easy in and out. Amply stocked with everything you need. Snacks on the counter and bottled water in the fridge! It has a nice view out back, with a bird feeder that attracts a variety of birds. The place is great for two adults, plenty of room to move around and have privacy. Probably will go back, maybe soon!

Indeed, we LOVED staying at Mary and Michael's place! It terms of the room itself, it is cute, cozy but spacious, and private. The bed was comfortable and big. The location (on the lake) was l(PHONE NUMBER HIDDEN)eellllyyy. Close to two small towns, hikes etc. But also, the hosts are so nice! We only met Mary briefly as she was out of town, but Michael was there to greet us with a drink and an offer to take a ride on his sailboat. He had great recommendations for what we could do in the area and generally made us feel super welcome. High recommend.

We had a great weekend staying with Mike and Mary! Very generous people as we were able to use their kayaks on the lake twice and Mike even offered to take us for a boat ride. Also left us a bottle of wine, dried TC cherries and wonderful homemade cookies. We would recommend this room to anyone who would like to get away for a few days!! Thanks again!!

Beautiful place right on torch lake. Unbeatable price and unbelievably great hosts. Will come again when we're visiting that side of the state.

Wonderful stay with comfortable bed and kayaks to use! We will definitely be back!

We stayed here just one evening, while we were traveling around northern Michigan for our Honeymoon. The moment we arrived, Mike was returning from a sailboat ride, and he came up chat. We were so excited that he offered to take us sailing. It was the most perfect weather, and he was so kind and generous. Mike provided a lot of information about the area, and they even provided a page of "things to do". We went to Shorts Brewery for dinner- the pizza was SO good. We stopped at Dockside on our way back to the house, and watched the sun begin to set. Mary was out of town, however we were still surprised with Mary's famous delicious cookies for a night time snack when we arrived back to the house. We sat down by the water, watched the sunset, and ate cookies. We stayed at a few fancy big-name resorts during our honeymoon week, and I can honestly say that our day/night at Mike and Mary's home were the most beautiful and memorable of our entire week. The beautiful clear waters of Torch Lake, is definitely a place we hope to return to, and hope to sail with Mike again someday!

Our first AirBnB experience was a success! We didn't get to see Mike and Mary when we first arrived, as they were out of town, but they made the room very accessible and gave us some great suggestions. We loved the room! It was quiet and comfortable, and we had everything we needed. Torch Lake is breathtaking. We rented a jet ski, and we ended up renting it for the entire day. We took it all the way up the lake and back. It was a great way to view all the beautiful homes on the water. We enjoyed the sandbar during our ride, where we ate at the Burger Barge and met a few friendly locals. The next day, we drove to Traverse City for some shopping, then we made our way to Sleeping Bear Dunes, where we hiked and watched the sunset. It was a strenuous workout, but totally worth it. It was so great to be able to come back to Mike and Mary's to relax and enjoy the evenings. We got to meet them as we were leaving, and they were so kind and generous. I wish we would have had the opportunity to spend more time with them. When we go back to Torch Lake, we will definitely be staying there again!

This was our first Airbnb experience, and if we could give a 10 out of 5 we would. 5/5 for our room/location and 5/5 for our hosts. Mary and Mike are amazing people and more than gracious hosts. We can't say enough about our stay. We came up north for our anniversary and loved every minute of it. Could of easily stayed on the dock all day long and stare at the different colors of blue coming off Torch Lake. We only hope we can come back year after year to continue experiencing such a beautiful place and having such great company.

Mary and Mike we're extremely welcoming and the spot couldn't be better! The room and view was just as explained. It's perfect for a couple or 2 friends who need a weekend getaway of relaxation, country site seeing and a prime spot on the water. I would be happy to come back and visit Mike, Mary and Toko again if they would have me back :)

The Hyacinth House was a refreshing alternative to a hotel or B & B. Great location: in walking distance to town, close driving distance to Elk Rapids and TC. Cleanliness: I own a cleaning business and I know clean, this house was not only well maintained, it was also very clean, two thumbs up! Great comfort & Conveniences : Bed and furniture was newer and comfortable. Pillow and towel selection was vast. just enough food items to start the day. Pam thought of everything. Girls weekend was a huge success, THANK YOU! Monique

Pam was a very helpful and welcoming host. This was our first time using airbnb and she made the experience very easy. She gave great suggestions for good places to eat and to visit in the area. The Hyacinth House was better than we even imagined. It's beautiful inside and out, and it has a great feel to it that makes you wish you lived there. I would recommend Pam and the house to anyone!

This house is in a great location close to town and an easy walk. The colors are awesome and everything was great. I love the sand art pendlium it was very fun. Pam was easy to reach and contact, it was a very pleasant and stress free experience.

Another great stay. Love Bellaire

Pam was communicative and easy to talk too. Had a wonderful time at the Hyacinth House. Had a welcoming and fun vibe as the walls were painted different bright colors and had beautiful artwork on display. The floor plan is nice. Easy to navigate and had an open feel. Also the house was conveniently located. Really easy to get downtown.

Wonderful, Pam made me feel very welcome and the space was so cozy!

Pam's house was great. Bright colors, amazing gardens and only a Shortt's walk to downtown Bellaire. Nice quiet street, comfortable bed. Perfect place to crash if you're visiting friends on Torch Lake and want to give them space.

Great host, nice location to walk downtown. Pam was very helpful helping us find some great restaurants. Coffee and light breakfast food at the house was a nice treat!

Cute and cozy! Very clean place that felt surprisingly spacious for being a studio (nice natural light, high ceilings). I appreciated the flexible and super easy check in/out, and enjoyed the view from the balcony. We did get rather lost in the dark in the adjacent condo-land when first trying to find the place (gps directions send you in too far), but eventually found our way. Heartily enjoyed Shorts Brewery in Bellaire, as well some interesting walks at the nearby Grass River Natural Area.

This apartment is in a great location and is a great choice for a Michigan getaway!

This place is a condo at a ski resort/golf course so it is off the beaten path, but not too far from the cute town of Bellaire. The pull-out couch isn't super comfortable, but 4 people didn't have too hard of a time fitting in the studio (kind of like a big hotel room). It's a cute place, very private, with nice views.

Great place for a quick stay! Has everything you need to be comfortable :)

Everything was great. Thank you very much!

This is a great spot for a cozy, romantic getaway. We booked massages and enjoyed the pool and nearby dining. The room itself is nice, clean, and plenty spacious for two. Pretty views... Plus a casino is not too far away! Thanks Kameron!

Had a wonderful time! Took two day trips to Traverse City and Charlevoix. The shuttle at the resort will take you to Downtown Bellaire for free. Pool was heated and clean. Was able to cook breakfast each morning with the electric stove top. Such a great Airbnb location.

Great condo. Great value. Great location.

Being on Torch Lake was great. The cabin was clean and provided everything we needed for our weeklong stay.

We stayed at Fred & Jacqui's cabin for the weekend of Paddle Antrim festival in September. The cabin itself was very tidy - really all you need for a weekend away, particularly if you're planning on spending most of your time outdoors in the area. It's about 100 meters from the dock on Torch Lake, with a small beach and benches from which to swim and enjoy the spectacular sunsets as well as the starry night sky. Absolutely loved this place, and would recommend it to anyone.

Stay here, it's absolutely great! Fred and Jacqui are totally cool, and their place reflects that. They are super quick with communication and very concise. Thanks again Fred and Jacqui!!

Very accurate listing. Fred and Jacqui were very pleasant and helpful during communications (and communicated often). Great little place in a great location. Neighbors were very friendly and it made for an overall excellent experience.

The cabin was cute and clean. Loved spending time on the dock and Fred was a great host!

Awesome spot and cozy cottage! Very friendly community and gorgeous lake views! Would love to come back to this spot.

It is a nice "rustic" cabin that is just a few steps from the lake and dock. The cabin is small and very basic, but does the job for a place to sleep at night. I would definitely stay there again!

Lisa and her place were great and perfect for a Short(s) weekend up north. Looking forward to staying again in the future.

This place is a gem and we enjoyed our stay. The views from the dock were breath taking and we often had the lake to ourselves. I was surprised that I did not get cellphone reception in the area (it was my first time up north), but the place has fast wifi.

Russ really goes above and beyond for his guests. He supplies everything that you would need besides food and clothes. He even surprised us with a bottle of wine and cheese and crackers. :)

This was a great stay for my wife and our two dogs. The cottage was large enough for us but would be tight for more. It was super clean, quite, included a kitchen and large bathroom. There was a nice deck with seating enough for four and the yard was fenced so our dogs could roam worry-free. The deck and back yard lead out to the lake where you can head out to the fire pit, sit on the dock or take the John boat for a spin on the no-wake lake. Overall, it is well appointed and fit exactly what we were looking for. We will definitely be staying here again as soon as it's available!

The cottage is cozy but has everything a couple could need for a relaxing getaway. A young family might be comfortable, too, with a kid in the sofa bed. Russell and Michele have supplied the cabin with meticulous attention to detail. Thayer Lake is gorgeous, and!! we saw a family of loons! There are lots of little towns on other nearby lakes with fun shops and restaurants. Short's Brewery in Bellaire is awesome. We only wished our stay had been longer.

We enjoyed out stay with Russell and Michelle in their studio, all the comforts of home, plenty of wood for a nice fire. The studio is a nice location between downtown Alden and the Dockside. Thank you! Jeff & Ella

We were looking for a nice, quiet and pet friendly cottage to rent in the Torch Lake area. The goal was to get our 18 month old puppy used to swimming. This studio was fantastic and exactly what we had in mind. Russell and Michele were tremendous hosts and had everything you could ever need-including everything down to condments in the fridge. Nice private patio with a barbeque and a sandy beach. They even had home made chocolate chip cookies waiting for us upon arrival!

The apt was perfect for two people and a dog. The owners supply absolutely everything to make your stay fun and easy. It rained the first day and I had issues with trying to keep the dirt outside and not tracked inside, but this was not Russ and/or Michele's issue. I'm a bit of a clean freak! I recommend this place to anyone who loves the Torch Lake area!

We had a lovely stay at Russell's place. We were visiting some family and needed a retreat of our own for the weekend. Its location is secluded and quiet, yet close enough to downtown Alden for a bite to eat or for a bit of shopping. We grabbed some breakfast to go from downtown Alden and ate on the cute little patio just outside the guest house. We took the boat and kayak out, and Russel was easily available to give us the rundown on how to use them. Very peaceful to cruise around on Thayer Lake. I would recommend this rental for any couple looking for an escape.

This cottage on Intermediate Lake was a great little value. Nice, clean space with two small bedrooms. The double bunks were a nice use of space. Kitchen was clean and well stocked to do anything you might want. We did eggs every morning and corn on the cob from the local fruit / vegetable stands. Refrigerator was new, large and clean. Stove and microwave were older but worked fine. Small dining table had that "Up North" cottage feel and the other furnishings were adequate and comfortable. It rained one day and we appreciated the cable channels available as I watched baseball late into the evenings. I would recommend upgrading the old tube TV to a flat screen. The screened porch was wonderful in the mornings for coffee, my book and the sunrise across a still lake. The very best part is the long, shallow sandy shoreline in this part of the lake. Perfect for launching our kayaks and swimming. If you are a water person or have children wanting to spend time in the water, this is the place for you. The dock was great as well and if you had a boat, perfect for tie up / ease of access. The single bathroom is small but functional and we had to re-learn our sharing skills which is par for any cottage. Overall if you want to rent on an up north lake in Michigan, this is a good, economical choice.

We really enjoyed relaxing by the lake at Stacy's cottage. Lake is beautiful, sandy bottomed, and was very warm. The house was very well equipped with most everything you will need. Location perfect for those who like to golf, plus easy drives to Traverse City, Charlevoix and other points north. Gas grill convenient for cooking, fire pit wonderful for enjoying clear and starry nights by the lake. Towns of Bellaire and Central Lake offer decent enough opportunities for nights out. Stacy was very helpful, communicative and contactable throughout our stay. We didn't want to leave!

We had a great stay at Stacy's place, everything was as it was described. The best part is that the cottage is right on the lake. Great place for family with kids.

I don't even know where to start - there are so many positive things to say! Lee is an absolute gem. She is an exceptional host who makes everyone who visits feel like family. This was our first stay at Fieldguide Farmhouse and I cannot wait to go back. The entire house is impeccable decorated and is SO cozy. We spent our first night dining on the front porch, which overlooks Central Lake, and then cozied up to the fire with a bottle of wine (that Lee gave to us in our room!). The next day, Lee provided breakfast bars, toast and cereal and we hung out on the porch and in our rooms (which are SO spacious and comfortable) until we had to leave for a wedding. If you're looking for a home away from home in Northern Michigan, look no further. This place was wonderful.

The Fieldguide Farmhouse is a gem! We enjoyed a most comfortable bed in the main room of the Baxter Suite. The decorations and historic touches around the home provide for a lot of casual relaxing (lots of area info and nature-books), and we spent time on both the front porch and side deck. Communication was thorough, prompt and friendly. Although Lee was away during our stay, she made it easy to manage the logistics and also socialize briefly with the other guests in her absence. While the price is a little steep, you can tell she's taken every last detail into account and it's a great place to enjoy a get-away near nature as well as local flavor in a variety of towns nearby.

Fieldguide Farmhouse felt like home from there minute we stepped onto the porch. Lee has done a spectacular job curating her farmhouse home into picture perfect boutique accommodation. She is an endless source of knowledge when it comes to outdoor activities and trails in the area along with places to go for a nice beverage or quick bite to eat. If you have the chance to spend a few days at Fieldguide Farmhouse, part of your heart will be left there. This place is too magical to soon forget.

Lee was fantastic. Quick response to any questions I had. This was the most peaceful overnight stay I have ever had. The house is amazing, I just wish we could have stayed longer.

We only stayed one night and wish we could've stayed longer. The home is big, beautiful and very well kept. Lee was very accommodating with our plans and everything was prepared perfectly. I would love to stay here again!

Very spacious beautiful rooms. We enjoyed our stay and found many fun local places to visit.

We loved our stay! Lee's place is very clean, the rooms are large and private, and it is a few miles from restaurants and shops. Our dog also had an awesome time swimming and playing with Lee's dog. Lee place went above and beyond what we were expecting. I would highly recommend this place.

Great space and very comfortable. We really felt like we were home.

The place was Awesome. Near every golf course and had a great feel for a bunch of guys looking to get away. Would book again

This place was perfect for our group, very clean and cozy. Two good sized bedrooms with queen beds and full bathrooms. It would sleep six but be aware two people would be in the main living area on a pull out couch. One of our crew slept there and said it was perfectly comfortable. The view of the creek is very nice as well. It's about 8 minutes to Schuss Mountain and 8 minutes to Short's Brewery. We will definitely book this condo again if we have the opportunity! Peter was great!

This condo was very clean, with well-appointed decor. It was especially nice for each couple to have their own bedroom and private bathroom. The kitchen was well stocked with necessary dinnerware, cookware and utensils. The owner's communication was excellent and his check in procedure was very convenient. The complex was quiet and family friendly. We were surprised we were so close to the outdoor pool and tennis courts. We had a wonderful visit, no complaints at all.

We really loved our stay. Very clean and very comfortable. Everything is up to date and very clean. We will for sure stay her again.

Great place to stay in a quiet strip of condos. It was a nice place to get away after a busy day at Shanty Creek! Peter was available by phone or text for a quick response to any questions we had.

Very nice condo. 10 minute drive to Schuss Mountain. We felt right at home. Very comfortable for your family.

Beautiful, clean and spacious 2 br home with a gorgeous view of the creek behind the house. Conveniently close to town and Schuss.

Peter was a great host and gave us plenty of information about the area and nearby beach club for our stay. The gated community is in a nice wooded setting and the other residents were very friendly and helpful with recommendations. Our toddler really enjoyed the pool. Peter had given us information on the beach club (which residents/guests can use) but we ran out of time and didn't get to experience it ourselves. The setting is lovely, with each unit having a deck/balcony that overlooks the woods and a creek. It's so nice to sit out there and listen to the sound of the water. Overall, it had everything we needed for our stay. It was clean and located close to the town so it was an easy trip for breakfast in the morning on our way to Charlevoix and Boyne City. We stayed for two nights and were very pleased. Thank you for a wonderful stay!

The house have a lot of space and confortables beds. All the areas of the house are great for groups of people.

Lee went out of her way to communicate with us and answer questions before we arrived. She opened her home to us and our dog Lucky. When we arrived the garage was open to park the car after we unloaded. The fire was going and she quickly made us feel right at home with fresh cookies waiting! Snacks and drinks were part of a nice welcome after we were settled. We traded breakfast for Happy Hour because we were headed out early the next morning. We asked questions about the history of the farm house and enjoyed sharing time with Lee and her son. The town of Central Lake is just up the road about three miles and they had a few restaurants to chose from for dinner. Lee invited us to enjoy the whole house and made us feel comfortable. When we returned from dinner we played games and Lee joined us! We were cosy with the fire, the dogs and another glass of wine. We were out the door the next morning and headed to Boyne Mountain for the day to snowboard. The country side was beautiful and the drive was about 36 minutes. Shanty Creek/Shuss Mountain is closer - about 15 minutes. Lee allowed our dog to stay at the house for the day and he was treated like a king. Her dog Louie kept him company and was such a sweet friend. The rooms are spacious and the house is beautiful. Lee has all the right touches! The property is about 6 acres and sits across the road from the lake. The view from the the front of the house is stunning! We had coffee waiting for us each morning and relaxed in the living room while the teens got their extra sleep the last day. Lee was very accomodating and went out of her way to make this a stellar experience. We will definitely be back and pray she will continue to enjoy hosting at her BnB. We came strangers and leave as great friends.

Lee's place is a beautiful piece of history in northern Michigan. It is an awesome house with amazing views. We had a great time and I would recommend to my friends. She was very helpful and responsive throughout our stay.

Lee has a wonderful historical home smack dab in the middle of the Northern Michigan area. A great place to hang our hats to spend some quality time in Traverse City and Charlevoix during the height of fruit season and summer festivities. Lee couldnt have been nicer or more helpful, from when we first booked, through checkin (providing a delightful happy hour spread) and to the end of our stay. Thank you!

The farm house was beautiful!!! Lee takes excellent care of the home, so it was well stocked, clean, and had many amenities. Lee was so great with communicating before, during and even after our stay! I would highly highly recommend this rental!

The GOOD: Location was great! Shanty Creek is a very nice resort community, very pretty grounds and the view from the condo is beautiful. We had a lot of privacy and it was nice to have a terrace to sit on while having morning coffee. It was great to have a microwave and iron also. We didn't take advantage of the beach club access or the indoor pool but I'm sure that would be nice. From Bellaire we traveled to Traverse City, Sleeping Bear Dunes in Empire and Torch Lake beach and Lake Michigan beach in Eastport and we had an amazing time visiting those gorgeous locations. The town of Bellaire is cute and quaint and Short's has great beer and food! The NOT-SO-GOOD: When we arrived I had a little trouble finding the condo so I texted the host and they were quick to respond and help me find my way. However, when we got in to the condo we noticed that it wasn't the clean that we expected based on other reviews. There were hairs all over the bathroom floor, the towel type bath mat looked dirty, the kitchenette sink was dirty, there were cobwebs in the bathroom, and there were crusty stains on the comforters, pillow shams and chair cushions. Also there was only one washcloth for 3 people and barely any soap. This time when I texted the host I got no response. So I ended up having to do some cleaning myself, which I wasn't happy about, and we had to purchase washcloths. The amenities list shows that this would be provided otherwise I would have come prepared. Other than that the windows could not be opened, the door wall opens but no screen. The condo is in need of repairs and updates. The bathroom especially - broken tiles, some type of huge burn mark or something on the floor, old and peeling wallpaper, etc. We did have a great time visiting all the beautiful places that the area has to offer though. I texted the host one more time on our last day to see if we could add since we had rain one day and still wanted to hit some beaches. They were booked, which was understandable of course. They said they just saw the text I sent about the condition of the condo when we arrived and how it wasn't cleaned. They apologized and said they will notify the cleaning staff. Bottom line is this condo is a relatively inexpensive place to stay with an awesome location and some decent amenities. If the bathroom was in better condition and the place would have been clean it would have been great.

The condo is exactly as described, comfortable, and a great location. Arriving late at night, Kevin & Jadey's instructions were very helpful and made for a seamless 'check in' experience. I would definitely stay again and recommend for a short stay. Our group of 3 had a good experience!

It was simple and worked for being on a budget. However, there were signs of the condo being left uncleaned: hair in the shower and around the bathroom, old coffee grounds in coffee maker, food scraps and crumbs on the floor, rips on the sheets, etc. Perhaps it was an oversight on the cleaner's part, but it made the stay less enjoyable. Other than that, it works for having the very basic necessities.

Great place for a weekend stay! We would definitely recommend it.

Great location with beautiful views, clean apartment, and several winter activities to enjoy. A walk away from tubing, and a 5 minute drive from skiing/snowboarding on Schuss mt.

Dollar for dollar- and good place. Decent arrangements, no frills no thrills, but I slept fine. Honestly, the place needs some deep cleaning and one of the windows was stuck open. I figured out how to close it, which was necessary because it was extremely hot and humid the night I stayed. The AC worked well and kept me cool. For the price it is exactly what you should expect. This is not a $225 hotel room which is what I would have paid at Shanty Creek on the same night, so this should be kept in perspective.

The place was very clean, it was everything I expected. The location was great and had a great view of lake bellaire. Overall nothing bad to say about this place and would recomend it.

This was the perfect way to stay at Shanty in an affordable way. Basic room was right next to hotel with swimming, dining, snow-tubing, bonfires, fireworks or catching the free shuttle to ski at Schuss Mountain (Summit wasn't open for the season yet.) Thanks to the shuttle, we had a great time with live entertainment (Over 21) at Ivan's while our teenage boys enjoyed pool tables and darts at The River Bistro. Great family getaway - lots to do for everyone!

High recommended for anyone looking for amazingly cute and cozy remodeled private place to stay, located minutes from bellaire and lake bellaire. There is so much to do when staying here. The host are amazing and very quick to respond if you have any questions. The brand new george foreman outdoor grill they provide is amazing. It's super clean and very relaxing. My wife and I highly recommend staying here.

Perfect for our family of 5! Clean, comfy and quiet. Kids loved the bunks.

Exactly as advertised, but the sunset on our arrival exceeded all expectations. The location is great, the grounds around are well kept and in tip top condition. The room is everything anyone could ever want. Everything is close, horseback riding, golf, lake activities and the town of Bellaire MI for summer fun. Its also on a winter resort so skiing and snowboarding is a definite plus with this unit. Will definitely stay again during this winter. Thank you Kevin and Jadey

Served its purpose. That top bunk, if you are planning on filling all beds, is extremely close to the ceiling. The internet was touch and go on both the dedicated network and shanty creek resort network. We love our outdoor activities and were out most the day but when on vacation we unwind at night with some streaming netflix...the internet caused a bit of a snafu there. The TV was also finicky in switching sources, somehow we magically got it to switch to what we needed a couple times but with some finagling. You can hear footsteps etc. from people above, didn't bother us much but if you are sensitive to noise it's not for you. Having access to the beach property and swimming pools/hot tub is AWESOME! We slept on the main bed and it was very comfy. The room was very clean and cozy.

This was the best vacation in 8 years. We had the best hosts and the place was beyond our expectations! Will be coming back a lot. So grateful we found our great hosts and this place!!

We were so happy with our stay here! This condo is perfect for our little getaway and would be great for bringing our kids (we didn't this time!). There was a lot to do, the other people in the condos made great neighbors, the resort had everything we could have wanted - the list goes on. Kevin and Jadey did a flawless job of making sure our stay went off without a hitch. We didn't even need to interact with them since their instructions were clear and we had zero issues. Thank you Kevin and Jadey!

Kevin and Jadey's condo is great. We had a little difficulty finding the hot tub, but were able to locate it with some additional directors and by asking other guests at the resort. We did not locate a fire pit, as indicated in the listing, but decided it wasn't a priority if it was part of the resort amenities rather than a private pit. Upstairs neighbors were a little loud, but it didn't bother us. Really clean and convenient listing with great value for our wine tastings around the Traverse City area! I think it's even more homey and comfortable in person than the pictures lead on.

Nice and clean condo, with a very great view on the lake. Description of the condo was accurate, and we were not disappointed. The stay was nice and Kevin and Jadey had everything prepared for our arrival.

This place was great. Had everything we needed and then some. I loved that it had two bathrooms. Cell service was a little sketchy but a lot better service than the last place I stayed at in that area.

Had a great time. Everything you need for a comfortable stay and I really appreciated there was coffee since we forgot to bring some. Beautiful view of the golf course and slopes.

Brandon's place is cute, clean and perfect for our short family getaway. There was lots to do in the area, but my kids favorite activity was hunting for golf balls and then taking them to the top of Schuss Mtn for practice!

First left as you turn on to the street. Little difficult to find in the dark.

Everything was delightful. It was clean, well stocked and very comfortable. I would recommend this rental property, and Brandon is great at communication and providing everything you need for a very enjoyable stay.

Wonderful clean, small condo right on the golf course. Very quiet in the summer which suited us fine. Access to a nice pool and close to several fun small towns. Loved Bellaire.

We found Brandon's condo to be a very good value. Shanty Creek Resort is a lovely place to vacation, and Brandon's condo has nice views off the deck of the golf course, and plenty of paved walking paths right out the door.

We had a great time at Brandon's! The apartment is clean, cozy, comfortable, and quiet. Starting with sipping coffee in the morning while watching the golfers on the 1st hole fairway, to relaxing in the evening while watching the hummingbirds playing outside, the ambiance was great! We loved the facilities at Shanty Creek. Pool and golf course a short walk away, and everything else a short drive away. I would recommend this place, and we would probably be back!