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Sahara Oasis Retreat

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Interior
Beach nearby, beach towels
Interior
Terrace/patio
Dining

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Hot Tub
    Hot Tub
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning

About this property

Entire place

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

Sahara Oasis Retreat

Experience luxury and comfort in this 4 bedroom lake house with stunning panoramic views, overlooking the Silver Lake Sand Dunes and Lake Michigan. Star gaze at the amazing sky at night. This Lake House is the perfect family getaway during all seasons!
Prime amenities include Beach Access (Steps away from house); Dune Access; Indoor Pool; Outdoor Hot Tub; Sauna; Fire Pit; Fireplace; Board Games; Books; Chess Table; and Gas Grill!
Indoor concrete pool! 8'x14' / appx. 5 ft deep.
Included in Stay:
All linens; Comforters & Blankets; Bath Towels & Beach Towels.
Kitchen: Coffee Pot; Keurig; Toaster; Waffle Maker; Electric Griddle; Complete Dish Sets; Pots; Pans; All Cooking Utensils.
Bathroom: Shampoo; Conditioner; Lotion; Soap.
Washer & Dryer, Laundry Detergent
High Speed Wifi; 3 Smart TVs with access to Premium Channels, Netflix, Disney Plus, Hulu.
This 4,200 sq. ft home features 4 bedrooms, 3 sofa sleepers, 2 futon couches/sleepers, 4.5 baths, comfortable room for 12.
Self check in. Electronic lockbox.
Book now and enjoy a luxury stay at this Mears Vacation Rental!
Please note: 13 Guests maximum.
Please note: 5 Vehicles maximum allowed parked at the property.
Please note: During winter months the entry roads to this house can get very icy. An AWD/4WD is highly recommended during winter months.
Please note: This property is located on the sand dunes. Vehicles drive on the dunes 9am until sundown. It can be very entertaining to watch and hear the vehicles ride the dunes.
We require our own rental agreement to be signed/completed when booked.

Property manager

HANNA KAYALI

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool
  • Indoor pool
  • Heated pool
  • Spa tub
  • Sauna

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage
  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Paper towels

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Towels provided
  • Shampoo
  • Toilet paper
  • Soap

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Stereo
  • Games
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Safe
  • Iron/ironing board

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
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

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Policies

Check-in

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

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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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

Sahara Oasis Retreat Mears
Sahara Oasis Retreat Private vacation home
Sahara Oasis Retreat Private vacation home Mears

About the neighborhood

Map
Mears, MI

What's nearby

  • Upper Silver Lake - 8 min drive - 5.1 km
  • Silver Lake State Park - 9 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Craig's Cruisers Family Fun Center - 12 min drive - 7.2 km
  • Little Sable Point Lighthouse - 20 min drive - 12.2 km
  • Silver Lake Sand Dunes Area Chamber of Commerce - 20 min drive - 11.9 km

Getting around

  • Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 68 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Frickin' Chicken Shack - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Open Hearth Grille - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Whippy Dip - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Silver Scoops Cafe and Creamery - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Golden Eatery - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Sahara Oasis Retreat have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Sahara Oasis Retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Sahara Oasis Retreat?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sahara Oasis Retreat?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Sahara Oasis Retreat located?

Situated near the beach, this vacation home is 0.2 mi (0.2 km) from Lake Michigan and 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from Golden Sands Golf Course. Upper Silver Lake and Silver Lake State Park are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Sahara Oasis Retreat Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 34 out of 40 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 40 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 40 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 40 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 40 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jay M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing
The property was close to lake Mi and silver lake and dunes. Beautiful house lots of room.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Dion H.

Fun time. Would stay again.
Overall fun time, nice house, has just about everything you could ask for. Close to town, can see the sand dunes from the house and lake. Food and main town not far from home. Plenty of space to sit, nice deck, large neat and unique home. Issues: 1. We had ants and fruit flies all throughout the home, specifically the kitchen area. They have ant traps out everywhere, nothing for the fruit flies but it was a pretty big issue in the kitchen. 2. Pool and hot tub had a decent amount of sand in it as well upon arrival.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

bethany r.

Liked: Cleanliness
sahara
beautiful home. lots of space. sauna did not work. very relaxing space. plenty of space for our group of 8.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nathan M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome location, great property
Awesome location and house for our needs. The house was our vacation destination, and it provided easy access to the beach and dunes. Awesome nearby pizza restaurant and coffee shops were frequent stops for us. Would stay again!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lindy R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect
10/10
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Colene A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful location
I would be happy to vacation here again! The house was plenty big enough for our 3 families with enough amenities to keep the kids and adults entertained. The kids loved playing in the pool and it was nice that puddle jumpers were there for us to use! The hot tub and sauna were a great way to wind down at night. The kitchen is very large and great for cooking! We enjoyed eating dinner each night on the huge deck overlooking Lake Michigan. The private beach on Lake Michigan was absolutely gorgeous. I was sad when it was time to leave and would love to stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Travis H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing beach and large house
The beach is beautiful and only a 4-5 minute walk away. You can see and hear the ATVs nearby throughout the day, but it’s only a minor inconvenience. The house is large and has a unique layout. There was ample space for 6 adults and 5 children under the age of 6. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Joyce B., Ohio

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful home and great location!
Our family had an amazing time with the sand dunes and Lake Michigan beach. The house is beautiful, especially the master suite. Our family enjoyed the indoor pool. The large kitchen was adequately furnished. We had a plumbing issue that was addressed quickly. We were unable to lock the patio door, apparently due to a problem from the previous renters, and this was not repaired during our stay. The pool room doors also had lock issues. The outside property needs some TLC. Overall, the owner was responding to our concerns and we would stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anthony S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Christmas
Hanna was kind and responsive. The house gave our family plenty of space to be together and opportunities to retreat for quiet time. It's also great for hide-and-seek in the dark!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Megan H.

Liked: Cleanliness
A wonderful new year!
As a large group of friends at this property we were able to enjoy the pool, the sauna, and the hot tub. We got to relax and explore the huge wonderful home. It was a fun relaxing way to bring in the new year!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Suzanne D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Girls getaway
We enjoyed our time. Maybe I didn’t realize there were no bedrooms on the main floor. House could use more glasses, cups plates etc We had a group of 8 and were washing them frequently.. no bar ware. Beautiful location Beds very comfortable..
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kevin Z.

Liked: Cleanliness
End of Summer Family Vacation
The property checked all of our boxes. It gave us plenty of rooms with the kids, was clean, and had plenty of activities/space at the house to keep everyone entertained. The short walk to the beach and short drive into town made it a great location for a variety of things to do. The owner was super responsive and supportive. Very appreciative of Hanna's caring and prompt attention when needed.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Would not recommend
We did not have a positive experience. Ant infestation was not corrected by property manager. The very small indoor pool was green so much that we couldn’t see bottom which not corrected until day before we left. Listing pictures don’t show the abandoned construction project that blocks views of the dunes and lake. As you sit on the deck you look at ripped Tyvek blowing in the wind. Landscaping was overgrown and unkept. Property is on the edge of the sand dunes where people off-road so be prepared to listen to the 9am-9pm noise from hundreds of dune buggies. Beach access is difficult from the property as it is a very steep climb up and down the hill to get there. Property is down a very long single lane dirt road in the woods so an SUV is recommended/necessary as part of the driveway washed away during a heavy rain while we were there. You also are responsible for removing your trash by putting it in your car and emptying it into the dumpster at the end of the dirt road. We feel we grossly overpaid and will not stay there again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Peggy L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Our lakes stay
House was clean and neat, plenty of space for gathering. A little misleading on how the house sits in relationship to neighbors house. Although the neighbor was great and very accommodating. For a home that sleeps so many I’m surprise that parking is so limited.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christopher B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Chill Bro Chill Pad
For a group of 9 guys wanting to cook, play some board games, and relax this spot was ideal. No noise issues even being close by the dunes, and the owner was very professional and responsive. Would stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Renee B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Unique Experience!
A beautiful, well-kept, comfy home fully enjoyed by all 10 of us. We were welcomed by a bouquet of cut flowers on Easter Sunday! No issues at all in preparing a nice holiday meal and easily gathered in kitchen for dinner. We enjoyed the sauna, pool and jacuzzi amenities. The view of Lake Michigan and the dunes were an added luxury. Thanks!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mindaugas K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Great location for dune riders
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lindy S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house!
Our group of couples really enjoyed our weekend here. Plenty of space for everyone and the pool/hot tub were such a treat!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brian M., Arlington Heights

Liked: Cleanliness
Great property with private pool!
The property was clean and as advertised on vrbo. The owner (hanna) was responsive, friendly and helpful. Would recommend staying here. .
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

8/10 Good

Penny S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great
I only gave an overall of 4 stars due to hot tub being dirty and having cigarette butts in it,so we couldn't use it There was also an issue with the downstairs toilet, but property owner may not of been aware until I told her. Otherwise, beautiful home and location. We very much enjoyed ourselves.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rachel E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fun Family Weekend Trip
Our family decided to book a get away instead of buying Christmas presents this year and needed a place that would accommodate 8+ people, had a indoor pool, and hot tub. This vrbo met our needs and then some! Our stay was wonderful the entire tome, had enough space for us to play different board games, and the indoor pool was a big plus. We will be coming back hopefully during the warmer months so we can enjoy the lake and outside areas as well!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Missy M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Gathering
Our extended family (ages 2-76) try to get together every year. This by far has been our favorite house! The cleanliness, accommodations, location, and communication with the property manager were all amazing!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Crystal D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful lake view
Great property beautiful views. Had a great time with friends for a long weekend. We really enjoyed the pool. Listing says sleeps 12 people but really 11 adults comfortably. Would definitely rent again!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Wendy C., Bay City, Michigan

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house - loved all the amenities.
This house was a great fit for our annual girls get together. We really enjoyed the indoor pool, the jacuzzi and the sauna. Thanks so much!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Ladies retreat
My friends and I take a girls weekend away once a year. This house was absolutely perfect to relax and enjoy the views. We only left once to go out for dinner and the rest of the time we enjoyed the hot tub, pool, and sauna! We'd highly recommend renting this home!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021