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Arrakis on Lake Michigan: Beach, Dunes, Privacy, Custom-built

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Beach nearby, sun-loungers, beach towels
Property grounds
Smart TV, fireplace, books, computer monitors
Aerial view

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

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

Arrakis on Lake Michigan: Beach, Dunes, Privacy, Custom-built

***15% weekly discount ***

Relax with the whole family at this peaceful beach home on the shores of Lake Michigan. This spacious home is the perfect spot to vacation, work remotely, and connect with the people you love.

Perched high on a sand dune and surrounded by nature. This property is the perfect blend of beach access and privacy. This is a fairly remote part of Lake Michigan which means you get incredible access to the water and gorgeous landscapes everywhere you look. Cell phone service, however, is virtually gone once you're about 5-7 minutes from the house. Using wi-fi to make calls and texts on Apple and some Android devices is an easy remedy once you arrive. At a minimum, guests will need to be able to climb a big set of stairs to get inside the home.

Please be aware that we have a video doorbell at the front door for security purposes only. The device is in clear view and includes both a camera and microphone.

The Silver Lake / Hart area has the vacation goodies you need--incredible hiking, biking, sand dunes, seasonal and locally-grown produce, and a slow-pace vibe to help you fully relax.

The space
This is a custom built 2,339 sq ft home with huge open-concept dining, kitchen, and living. There are four bedrooms, two on the main floor and two on the top floor.

Bedroom 1:
Queen bed
Loveseat sofa sleeper
Ceiling fan

Bedroom 2:
Double bed
Ceiling Fan
Smart TV

Bedroom 3:
Queen bed
Queen sofa sleeper
Ceiling fan

Bedroom 4--Owner's Suite:
King bed
En-suite bathroom
Walk-in closet
Private balcony
Ceiling fan
Smart TV

Guest access
Guests have full access to the finished living spaces on the main and upper floor as well as the beach. Beach access is a 10-minute walk to public beach at Little Sable Point Lighthouse.

You and your guests will have access to the deck, outdoor dining, outdoor lounge furniture, and a propane grill.

10-minute walk to public beach. No private beach access. We are all guests of Lake Michigan. Please be respectful of nature, property, and the community that's welcoming you.

Other things to note
If you're looking for privacy, nature, local produce and local food, recreation for the whole family, and zero fuss--this is the spot.

This area is famous for ORV dune riding on Silver Lake Sand Dunes. Look it up if you don't know about it. It's like Mad Max up close and personal in summer. People come from all over!

This area also has some really special qualities that are harder and harder to find these days. Here's a list of some of our favorite things about this community:

- Amazing local produce; seasonal eating at it's finest can be found on roadside stands and local grocery stores.

- Slow-pace; things move slower around here. It's a really chill vibe you just feel as soon as you hit the sweeping landscapes of the dunes and the water and the 4-season's Michigan fona. Vacation mode activated.

- Recreation; Ludington, Pentwater, Michigan's Adventure (water and amusement park about 40 minutes away), bike trails, lavender farms, dune hikes, Little Sable Point Lighthouse, fishing, and much more.

- Great food; La Probadita, Hansen's Grocery, Country Dairy, Cherry Pointe, and more. All local and fresh and made by people who know what they're doing!

Property manager

Selma Tucker

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bidet
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Computer monitor

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On a lake

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)

General

  • Garden

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21

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 are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Guests responsible for any damage to property.

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
Long-term renters welcome
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

About the area

Map
Mears, MI

What's nearby

  • Little Sable Point Lighthouse - 12 min walk
  • Silver Lake State Park - 4 min drive
  • Craig's Cruisers Family Fun Center - 10 min drive
  • Upper Silver Lake - 13 min drive
  • Silver Lake Sand Dunes Area Chamber of Commerce - 23 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Frickin' Chicken Shack - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Stony Lake Inn - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Whippy Dip - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Silver Scoops Cafe and Creamery - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Golden Sands Bucket Bar - ‬17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Arrakis on Lake Michigan: Beach, Dunes, Privacy, Custom-built pet-friendly?

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

What time is check-in at Arrakis on Lake Michigan: Beach, Dunes, Privacy, Custom-built?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Arrakis on Lake Michigan: Beach, Dunes, Privacy, Custom-built?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Arrakis on Lake Michigan: Beach, Dunes, Privacy, Custom-built located?

Situated on a lake, this holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Little Sable Point Lighthouse and Lake Michigan. Silver Lake State Park is 1.1 mi (1.8 km) away.

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Arrakis on Lake Michigan: Beach, Dunes, Privacy, Custom-built Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 12 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 12 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Paul K.

Great Place Near the Beach
Nice house and very close to the beach
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janet N.

Perfect vacation
It had been a dream to rent a beautiful cottage on Lk Michigan big enough for my kids & their families- and this home and location exceeded all my expectations! I hated to leave! Will hope to return some day!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rabab D.

Lovely beach house!
We really enjoyed our stay. The house is even larger and more beautiful in person. 5 minute walk to the beach which is located far from the crowded areas which was really nice. We loved the outdoor spaces as well - we spent a lot of time on the outdoor deck and fire pit. We definitely plan to stay here if we're ever in Silver Lake again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ellen S.

Perfect Family Spot
We had an invigorating stay at Arrakis! Chilly weather, spectacular fall color and beautiful sunsets.. The kitchen was perfectly equipped and the living area was comfy and spacious. Highly recommended . The hill climb will keep you fit. Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ashley H.

Great home with everything you need!
Amazing home- plenty of room for the 10 of us!4 kids and 6 adults! Deck is amazing and great views! Has 6 beach chairs & tons of beach towels so you don’t have to bring those! Very friendly owners and easy to communicate with. Hope to be back soon!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

melany g.

Spacious, beautiful home
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this home and would definitely recommend the home to others! Loved the open floor plan, all the windows along the front of the house, the deck, the fire pit—our family (3 sons and their families) loved our stay and would certainly stay again! The location was terrific—at the end of a dead end street so it was nice and quiet, and just across the street and past the house there, we could enjoy the beach, lovely Lake MI, and all the gorgeous summer sunsets!!! The only little thing we’d want others to know is to keep the thermostat at 70 or below, so those staying in the upstairs bedrooms don’t melt. Understandable it’s much hotter upstairs, and if the thermostat gets bumped up any higher, the folks upstairs get quite warm (in the heat of summer). We loved staying here, the host was always on top of any question or concern before and during our stay, and we would be happy to come again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Herbert W.

Beach Bliss
Our family loved our relaxing retreat at this gorgeous sanctuary! We especially enjoyed our sunset walks on the beach, which we mostly had all to ourselves.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy M.

Perfect House
We had a blast staying here! The sand dunes are 10 -15 minutes away and are so much fun! The house was spacious and very clean, which is important to me. We plan on coming back next year.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin P.

Fantastic summer vacation home!
My husband, myself and our 3 adult children plus son in law and our son’s girlfriend stayed at this home for 5 nights in July. We loved this lake house and we have rented many over the years. All of the bedrooms are good sized (the primary is huge) and the beds are very comfortable. Bathrooms are updated very clean. The great room has a sectional that easily fit 6 adults with several other comfy chairs- all 7 of us could watch a movie together comfortably! Kitchen is large and open to the great room and dining area so we could socialize from every area! The deck is very large and all 7 of us could eat together at the table and the furniture is very comfortable. We could see sunsets from the deck! Sometimes places we have rented will say they are 5 minutes from the lake but it is actually much longer—this home really is just a 5 minute walk to the beach! It is a fairly steep driveway one needs to walk down but even our 71/2 month pregnant daughter did not find it overly taxing! Then it is a quick walk past another house and down the dune to the beach which was enormous!!!! There was literally nobody for the equivalent of several blocks on either side of us! Maybe because it was right after the week of the 4th? we certainly enjoyed the privacy and space to play some softball! :) There is not much cell service on the beach so you can’t text someone to bring down more drinks etc but we realized this ahead of time and brought walkie-talkies! Highly recommend this lake house!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

phil r.

Very nice place for a quiet getaway.
Very nice!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Richard N.

Wonderful Family Weekend
There are not enough words of praise for this outstanding home! The location is perfect! The home itself is beautifully decorated and stocked with everything you need. The outdoor space is private with a view you will never want to leave. The sound of Lake Michigan greets you as soon as you open the car door. The hosts were in contact whenever we had a question. Our family has been going on vacation with 3 generations for years. This is the best place we have been! I need to add that we visited off season and NOTHING in town was open. Even the gas station closed at 7pm. So be sure if you do the same, bring your groceries and entertainment. Although there is a very nice library at the house and lots of games. We had planned to do all of our own cooking, so we brought what we needed. Our family truly enjoyed our time at this beautiful home and hope to return!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stephen K., Chicago

Relaxing with a fabulous view!
We spent our 10th wedding anniversary at the Oceana County and loved it. The view was really fabulous, the area was very quiet and peaceful. Just what we were looking for. My husband enjoyed a nearby golf course. I enjoyed having multiple comfy seating areas and spending time reading. I saw pamphlets for lots of things to do in the area. But we were looking for a chance to not doing much. It was awesome to have the choice to do nothing in a relaxing environment. My husband even suggested that we come back again. I'm thinking yes!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022