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A living room with a sofa, a chair, a television, and a ceiling fan. - 5 Minutes from Silver Lake! (Mears)
A spacious room with a large dining table, a ceiling fan, and a view of the outdoors through a sliding glass door. - 5 Minutes from Silver Lake! (Mears)
A single-story house with a garage, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn and a red barn. - 5 Minutes from Silver Lake! (Mears)
A bedroom with a bed, a ceiling fan, a window, and a door. - 5 Minutes from Silver Lake! (Mears)
A firepit, a garden, and a playground are just a few of the amenities provided at 5 Minutes from Silver Lake!. In addition to laundry facilities, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices).

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

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About this property

5 Minutes from Silver Lake!

  • A peaceful country feel just 5 minutes from Silver Lake Sand Dune Entrance! Step inside this welcoming property and be greeted by a great living experience. With 2 queen beds, 1 twin bed, 1 king bed, and 1 full size Futon upstairs you will find comfort and relaxation in every corner. The cool living room, complete with a cozy futon, offers the perfect space to unwind with central AC after a day of riding the dunes. Our lot is HUGE and allows for all of your trailer parking needs (see photo). Kiddos that are too young to ride the dunes can enjoy the open yard… This is a new home to us and we are working on making updates and renovations to make it even better in 2025. Campfire wood is available at the front of the property. It's a local gentlemen's income please don't steal it.
    We treat the basement like a basement, but for young kids or adults it's a perfect open space for additional air mattresses next to the full size futon. Bedding, towels, paper products, general kitchen products, and a grill is provided (bring propane in case we ran out).

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Porch/lanai

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • 3 steps to reach entrance
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No elevator
  • Smoking not allowed

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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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Note from host: 2 pet Max

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

About the neighborhood

Mears is home to this vacation home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Silver Lake State Park. Craig's Cruisers Family Fun Center and Corn Maze are also worth visiting. Visit our Mears travel guide
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Mears, MI

What's nearby

  • A desert landscape with sand dunes and a sunset.
    Upper Silver Lake
    1 min drive - 1.5 km
  • A crowded beach with people sunbathing, umbrellas, and ATVs parked on the sand.
    Silver Lake State Park
    5 min drive - 5.1 km
  • A swan-shaped boat on a lake with roller coasters in the background.
    Michigan's Adventure
    34 min drive - 63.6 km
  • Golden Sands Golf Course
    17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • S.S. Badger: Lake Michigan Carferry
    33 min drive - 52.7 km

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    12 min drive
  • Frickin' Chicken Shack
    4 min drive
  • Golden Sands Bucket Bar
    16 min walk
  • Open Hearth Grille
    9 min drive
  • The Golden Eatery
    7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 5 Minutes from Silver Lake! pet-friendly?

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

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at 5 Minutes from Silver Lake!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 5 Minutes from Silver Lake!?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is 5 Minutes from Silver Lake! located?

Situated in Mears, this vacation home is 0.8 mi (1.2 km) from Golden Sands Golf Course and 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Lake Michigan. Upper Silver Lake and Silver Lake State Park are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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5 Minutes from Silver Lake! Reviews

Reviews

Wonderful

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 24 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 24 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 24 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 24 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 24 reviews

8.8

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nathan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great little spot close to everything

Solid property minutes from silver lake and everything around it
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Adam W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect place

Very nice place. Close to the dunes and good parking for trucks with trailer.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Josh B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect spot with lots of space to go around. The space was really clean and the AC worked great. Our family reunion used this as base camp close to dunes, lakes, mini golf etc... Would 100% come back again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Definitely recommend coming back tons of room if you bring trucks and trailers and plenty enough room in the house for everyone to be comfortable
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jenny C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great spot to stay while visiting Silver Lake

We had a wonderful stay at this VRBO! The location was perfect, close to a variety of activities that kept our family entertained throughout our trip. The property was very clean, and the photos provided were accurate. One of the highlights was the wildlife sightings—we enjoyed seeing deer and turkey right from the property. It truly added a special touch to our stay. The only downside was the room with the king bed, which was right next to the living room and had glass French doors, making privacy an issue. We highly recommend this VRBO for anyone looking to enjoy the area!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Kathy and Don D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice house by Silver Lake Sand Dunes

House was very clean and just a few miles to the dunes. Comfortable beds. Nice new air conditioning. House has only 1 bathroom - tough with more than 4 people. One bedroom is off the living room with no privacy as it only has full glass doors. Nice size living room with lots of seating and a huge dining room. Kitchen could use more pots and pan, utensils etc. When house is listed that it can sleep 8-10, but only has a few pots / pans, its hard to cook. Good stay overall.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Melissa R.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication

Great location, could do better inside

The property when we arrived was super dirty, dead bugs and flys all over the sills inside. Fridge was pretty dirty to where we had to clean it ourselves. Couches had to be covered with our sheets cause they where pretty stained up and not something we wanted to sit on. Celing fan fell off on the bed right next to our 4 month old grandson.Very minimal anything inside. Reminded us of a hunting cabin. The property is in a great location, plenty of room for toys. Close to the dunes. We did enjoy our stay. The owner did give us a late check out at no extra charge. So all in all it was a nice stay but for the money per night they could offer a little more and up date the furniture and it would be great. The best part is the location. We only left this review because it has no reviews and we thought that was weird. But hope it helps.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jesse H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Good location

Close to the dunes with trailer parking and a garage.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Joshua Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pet friendly spacious property space for parking was awesome fire pit great. A little pricey though. House needs a deep clean but it’s not disgusting or anything like that . Would rent again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jim F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice area

Nice
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Krysta W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect for a weekend at silver lake

Quick drive to the lake. The only reason not 5 stars is because there were a few bugs in sc
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Pam R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This home worked perfectly for our family. Lots of parking, extremely close to the dunes, and not far from Mears/Hart. A great location! Home was clean, even though it was sparse. Just the bare necessities. A large TV in the living room. My only suggestion would be to have a lamp in the bedrooms.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Lori S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness
It was a good location and nice backyard. Unfortunately the linens were terrible and the place wasn’t very clean. There was also very little soap and t.p. and zero shampoo or conditioner. We had to put our own sheets on the beds and use our own towels. It’s time to invest a bit into the linens for sure!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Dennis B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Eric L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jahiem P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025