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THE RED BARN - Walk to where it’s happening close by, 12 min. to Lake Michigan

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Pool
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Sun-loungers
Interior
Property grounds

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 7102 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Pool
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Mears, MI
  • Craig's Cruisers Family Fun Center
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Upper Silver Lake
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Silver Lake State Park
    ‪2 min drive‬

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About the area

Mears

At this cottage you'll be within a 5-minute walk of Craig's Cruisers Family Fun Center and 1.8 km (1.1 mi) from Upper Silver Lake. .You can enjoy Smart televisions with a DVD player, and accommodation features a washing machine, free WiFi and a patio. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A sofa bed, a TV and a coffee/tea maker are also available.

What's nearby

  • Craig's Cruisers Family Fun Center - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Upper Silver Lake - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Silver Lake State Park - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Little Sable Point Lighthouse - 9 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Silver Lake Sand Dunes Area Chamber of Commerce - 14 min drive - 12.6 km

Getting around

  • Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 67 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Open Hearth Grille - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Golden Eatery - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Frickin' Chicken Shack - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Golden Sands Bucket Bar - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

THE RED BARN - Walk to where it’s happening close by, 12 min. to Lake Michigan

Do you want to be close to where it's happening!
Discover the ideal Silver Lake Retreat, this charming two-story getaway is just a block from Silver Lake in Mears, offering the perfect blend of convenience and seclusion, walking distance from all the attractions! The retreat is fully furnished and accommodates up to seven guests comfortably. Inside, you’ll find a well-furnished kitchen including refrigerator with ice-maker, electric stove and oven, microwave, drip coffee maker & filters, pots and pans, plates, glasses and silverware, BBQ utensils, and a few spices to create your favorite meals; outside by the little Red Barn is the BBQ with propane tank for your grilling needs.

Families will appreciate the child-friendly environment, including access to the association pool, playground, and picnic areas. The property is situated on a cul-de-sac, making it safer for kids to play and ride bikes.

The cottage has central air/heat and includes an IWAVE Air Purification Technology system for enhanced comfort, reducing airborne viruses, mold, smoke, odors, and VOCs.

The entertainment system includes Satellite TV with a 40" Flat screen HDTV, and soundbar, HD DVD, X-BOX, and internet access.

Attractions are all within walking distance, experience go karts, bumper boats, mini golf, zip line, roller coaster, arcade, food and live music. Rentals for water sports include Pontoon boats, PWCs’; ORV rentals are also available, quads, and side by side’s so you can enjoy the unique Silver Lake ORV area.

Water enthusiasts will love the included boat dock for personal watercraft, fishing boats, or speed boats (16-19'). There's also a private boat launch association members and guests can use to access the canals that surround the property and out to Silver Lake, you must go under a low bridge to get to the lake.

Off-roading enthusiasts and adventure-seekers, Silver Lake ORV area overlooks Lake Michigan and offers thrilling experiences and is a short distance, 7 minutes, from the RED Barn. Pack up your quads, motorcycles, sand rails, Jeeps, or buggies, side by side’s and explore the dunes. There’s ample parking space for two trailers, ensuring convenience during your stay. There's a lockable storage shed for your bikes and scooters so you can ride to the State Park, Sable Point the light house on Lake Michigan, and enjoy beach activities, picnics, and sunsets on Lake Michigan's shores.

The cottage is available for Saturday-to-Saturday rentals.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Music library
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo
  • Video games
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Not in the cottage, Please.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycle storage
  • Golf
  • Water park
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycle storage
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Unit size: 1,100 square feet
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Put bath towels and wash cloths (whites), detergent in the washer, and start the cycle.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

NO Parking on the front yard the septic system is located there. Park on concrete, additional parking is to the right of the concrete, front of tree.
NO Camping please, tents are not allowed by the association. Camping is available in the State Park and other locations.
NO Personal Wipes down the toilet, the septic system does not like them.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: We're basically on a cul-de-sac.

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Max occupancy is 7

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Not in the cottage, Please.

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 12
Note from host: Max occupancy is 7
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 12. Note from host: Max occupancy is 7 For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadbolt lock in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to THE RED BARN - Walk to where it’s happening close by, 12 min. to Lake Michigan?

The closest beach to THE RED BARN - Walk to where it’s happening close by, 12 min. to Lake Michigan is Silver Lake State Park (2.2 km).

Does THE RED BARN - Walk to where it’s happening close by, 12 min. to Lake Michigan have a pool?

THE RED BARN - Walk to where it’s happening close by, 12 min. to Lake Michigan has a pool and a communal pool.

Does THE RED BARN - Walk to where it’s happening close by, 12 min. to Lake Michigan have a waterslide?

No, but it has a waterpark and lazy river.

Is THE RED BARN - Walk to where it’s happening close by, 12 min. to Lake Michigan family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a playground, a water park and children's dinnerware, it's no surprise that THE RED BARN - Walk to where it’s happening close by, 12 min. to Lake Michigan is a winner with our family travellers.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at THE RED BARN - Walk to where it’s happening close by, 12 min. to Lake Michigan?

No, THE RED BARN - Walk to where it’s happening close by, 12 min. to Lake Michigan does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at THE RED BARN - Walk to where it’s happening close by, 12 min. to Lake Michigan?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at THE RED BARN - Walk to where it’s happening close by, 12 min. to Lake Michigan?

No, pets are not allowed.