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Waterfront House w/Dock & Deck on Little Bear Lake

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TV, fireplace, video games, DVD player
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On the beach

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10167 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Fireplace
  • Dryer

About this property

Entire place

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

Waterfront House w/Dock & Deck on Little Bear Lake

Get ready to live the lake life during your stay at this 4-bedroom, 2-bath vacation rental house in Johannesburg, Michigan! Located on a private beach on Little Bear Lake, this home is perfect for friends and family looking to swim in the crystal-clear waters, fish off the private dock, or rent the available pontoon boat for a day on the tranquil lake. After a day of aquatic adventures, watch the sun dip below the treeline on the deck or shoot some pool with your travel companions!

-- THE PROPERTY --

Bedroom 1: King Bed | Bedroom 2: Full Bed | Bedroom 3: Full Bed | Bedroom 4: Full Bed, 4 Twin Beds | Additional Sleeping: 2 Queen Air Beds

The open floor plan of this 1,800-square-foot lake house allows for plenty of space for your whole group to spread out and unwind! Kick back on the leather furniture in the living room and admire the fantastic lake views through the floor-to-ceiling windows and sliding glass doors.

Get out of the sun and head downstairs to play a friendly game of billiards or use the wireless internet access to book a tee time at one of the nearby golf courses.

When stomachs start to rumble, let the designated chef whip up culinary masterpieces in the fully equipped kitchen or have the grill master demonstrate his barbecue abilities using the gas grill. For dessert, head down to the fire pit on the beach to roast delicious s'mores!

End each fun-filled day out on the expansive back deck. Watch the sun set over the water as you recap the day's adventures with your loved ones.

Make your way to one of the 4 well-appointed bedrooms at night, which ensure a restful slumber.

Wake up early each morning and make yourself a fresh cup of coffee. The only noises you'll hear as you sip your beverage on the deck are the peaceful sounds made by the local wildlife.

-- THE LOCATION --

With the hard, sandy beach and crystal-clear water just a few steps from your back door, there's no reason to travel anywhere for a wonderful vacation! Rent the available pontoon boat for the week and take it out for a leisurely cruise on the lake. Kayaks and a paddle boat are also available for guest use free of charge.

As you fish on the dock, the kids in your group will love jumping off the swim platform into the refreshing water!

Should you ever grow tired of boating, fishing, and swimming on the lake, take a short drive to practice your swing at one of the area golf courses. The Garland Golf Resort is only 20 minutes away, and the Treetops Resort is 25 minutes down the road. After your round at the Treetops Resort, stop by the spa to treat yourself!

The Treetops Resort is also well-known for its skiing and snowboarding opportunities once the temperatures start to drop. Travelers visiting in the winter will surely want to hit the slopes! The resort also offers ski and snowboard rentals, so there's no need to bring your own gear.

-- REST EASY WITH US --

Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you'll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we'll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we'll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.

-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- No pets allowed
- No events, parties or large gatherings. This is NOT a party house
- Must be at least 30 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: This property requires stairs to access
- NOTE: This property does not offer air conditioning

Property manager

Evolve

Languages

English, French, German, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Toaster
  • Spices
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • TV
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Table tennis
  • Arcade/game room
  • Video games
  • DVD player
  • Video library
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Gas grill
  • Firepit
  • Dock

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • On the waterfront
  • Near a health or beauty spa

Things to do

  • Kayak on site
  • Boat on site
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Power boating nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 1800 sq ft (167 sq m)

Similar properties

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 30

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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

Property is also known as

418439
Waterfront House W/dock & Deck on Little Bear Lake Johannesburg

About the neighborhood

Map
Johannesburg, Michigan

What's nearby

  • Little Bear Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • West Twin Lake - 15 min drive - 11.0 km
  • Garland - 22 min drive - 17.0 km
  • Gaylord Discovery Center - 35 min drive - 32.1 km
  • Boyne Mountain - 61 min drive - 63.7 km

Getting around

  • Alpena, MI (APN-Alpena County Regional) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Paul's Pub - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Talley's Log Cabin Bar - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪J&B Spot Bar & Grill - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Villager Restaurant - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Lewiston Hotel - ‬20 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Waterfront House w/Dock & Deck on Little Bear Lake pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Waterfront House w/Dock & Deck on Little Bear Lake?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Waterfront House w/Dock & Deck on Little Bear Lake?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Waterfront House w/Dock & Deck on Little Bear Lake located?

This Johannesburg vacation home is on the beach, steps from Little Bear Lake, and within 9 mi (15 km) of West Twin Lake and Kujawa Lake. Johannesburg Lake and Lake Louise are also within 9 mi (15 km).

Waterfront House w/Dock & Deck on Little Bear Lake Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 16 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 16 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 16 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 16 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 16 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Rob K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Spot
We were excited to use this house as a home base for our annual golf and fishing trip to Gaylord. The house was perfect for the four of us. Absolutely beautiful location and everything we needed for a long relaxing weekend. The only negative was that the pontoon boat that was advertised and supposed to be available for rent was not. The property manager told me that they were no long renting it out due to issues with the local HOA. They should update the listing to reflect that this is no longer available.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

chelsea p.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Getaway Location
The property was perfectly secluded right off of the lake. Everything we needed was right there and available. All of the extra equipment that was at our disposal slfor no extra cost,, such as the kayaks and paddle boat was a huge bonus! We had a ball!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Scott S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Friends Vacation
Great Weather, Great house close to gaylord golf. Very enjoyable.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Christy B., Lakeview, MI

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful summer lake house
This was the perfect lake house for our family vacation. Ages 20 months to 54 years old! The kids swam off the dock, fished off the dock. Boat rides, tubing, relaxing! The owners were great to work with! Would stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Mark M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family vaca
Overall roomy and Great Lake
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Brittney D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing
we loved our stay! The water was crystal clear and all of the water equipment provided was excellent!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Brittni S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great for large families!!!
We had a great time at the property!!! It was very clean and exactly as described!!! The house is in a great location!!! We stayed in the winter and enjoyed the snow and ice, it would be absolutely beautiful in the summer.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Susan W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay!
A ladies weekend on a beautiful lake. The home was perfect and we enjoyed the beautiful sunrises across the lake. Even went for a cool weather swim.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Friends and family getaway
Loved it, we went with friends and family and loved the relaxed time we shared together.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kathy T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Vacation 2019
The cottage is lovely, the view is spectacular and the lake was perfect! Everything was provided to make our family vacation as easy and carefree as we had hoped. We just had to bring food and clothes! We'll be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Ameera B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic Family Getaway
Our stay here on little Bear Lake was full of fabulous memories! We had 4 adults, 2 teenagers and 2 Kindergarters. The house was spacious, the kitchen had everything we needed! The room with the upper deck was the perfect getaway for the teenagers, when they needed down time. The sandy beach and crystal clear waters were ideal for swimming. We spent our days fishing (we caught a ton! Bass, sun fiah, blue hills and small mouths), swimming, paddle boating, kayaking, floating off the beach, and pontoon boat rides. We ventured out to Gaylord for shopping and dinning out. We also went to Alpena to visit Austin Brothers Brewing and the local fun park. We can’t wait to visit again! Thank you Brian and Jill for sharing your beautiful slice of heaven with us!’
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Scott G., Saline

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome Vacation
The house was wonderful and the lake was amazing. The house and lake were both super clean. Thanks
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Craig P.

Great!!!
Cottage was great and clean! Waterfront was wonderful for the kids to play on
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Scott S.

Beautiful property and house!
This was our first time renting something from a site like this and the process was smooth. The owners were easy to contact and very helpful. Our family of 6 had a great time. The lake was nice and sandy. Our younger boys enjoyed fishing right off the dock and our older boys loved kayaking and the swim platform. We all enjoyed the pool table and the swimming. Even the parents got to relax with a book by the lake. We enjoyed a few fires right by the lake in the fire pit as well. The neighbors were friendly too. Overall it was a great week. We will be returning and have told many friends and family about it as well. We would highly reccomend this place to anyone with or without kids!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2018