Bear Lake Barnhouse

Kalkaska, MI

Bear Lake Barnhouse

Kalkaska, MI, United States
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About

Escape to Northern Michigan at our waterfront Bear Lake retreat — a 4-bedroom, 2-bath lake house for up to 12 guests. Enjoy crystal-clear, spring-fed water, direct dock access, a private 7-person hot tub, game room with pool table and arcades, 3 kayaks, a paddleboard, and beautiful lake views. Relax on two walkout decks, swim right from the dock, or rent our 22' pontoon. ORV and snowmobile trails are nearby, making this the perfect year-round Up North getaway.

Good to know

🌊 DIRECT BEAR LAKE WATERFRONT • Private dock with 2 swimming ladders • Crystal-clear, spring-fed water • Backyard leading directly to the lake • 2 walkout decks and a master-bedroom balcony • Public beach across the lake, accessible by car 🔥 PRIVATE 7-PERSON HOT TUB Relax after a day on the lake or trails while enjoying the peaceful Northern Michigan setting. 🕹️ GAME ROOM • 4-player arcade with 5,000+ games • Pac-Man arcade • Nintendo Wii • Pool table • Darts 🚤 OPTIONAL 22' SYLVAN PONTOON RENTAL A pontoon is available at the property, typically from Memorial Day weekend through September, weather permitting. 2027 Pricing $300/day $1,500/week Pontoon must be rented for your entire stay. 🛶 WATER GEAR INCLUDED • 3 kayaks • 1 paddleboard Typically available from late May through mid-September. 🏡 INSIDE THE HOME The open living area offers comfortable seating, lake views, and a cozy fireplace. The fully equipped kitchen makes group meals easy, while four bedrooms and nine beds provide plenty of sleeping options. 🍳 MORE AMENITIES • Full kitchen • 4-burner gas grill • 2 Roku TVs with YouTube TV • Wi-Fi • Dedicated workspace • Ample driveway parking 🏍️ YEAR-ROUND ADVENTURE Nearby ORV and snowmobile trails make this a great year-round home base. Enjoy swimming, kayaking, paddleboarding, boating, and fishing in warmer months, then return for snowmobiling and winter adventures. 📍 CONVENIENT LOCATION Enjoy a private Up North setting just 15 minutes from downtown Kalkaska and Grayling. Traverse City, Gaylord, Charlevoix, Petoskey, Cadillac, Bellaire, and Boyne are all about an hour away. ❄️ WINTER STAYS Northern Michigan receives significant snowfall, and the driveway is inclined. AWD or 4WD vehicles are recommended, along with experience driving in snow. The backyard and lake stairs are not maintained during winter. Whether you’re planning a summer vacation, family getaway, fall weekend, or winter trail trip, our Bear Lake home offers plenty to enjoy indoors and out.

Other Details to Note

Guest must follow lake rules.

Availability

What this place offers

Amenities

Common

  • Air conditioning
  • Cleaning products
  • Cooking basics Pots and pans, oil, salt and pepper
  • Dishes and silverware
  • Dryer In the building, free or for a fee
  • Essentials Towels, bed sheets, soap, toilet paper, and pillows
  • Hair dryer
  • Heating Central heating or a heater in the listing
  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen Space where guests can cook their own meals
  • Dedicated workspace
  • TV
  • Washing Machine
  • Wifi

Bathroom

  • Bathtub
  • Body soap
  • Hot Water
  • Shampoo
  • Shower gel

Bedroom and laundry

  • Bed linens
  • Extra pillows and blankets
  • Clothing storage

Common

  • Air conditioning
  • Cleaning products
  • Cooking basics Pots and pans, oil, salt and pepper
  • Dishes and silverware
  • Dryer In the building, free or for a fee
  • Essentials Towels, bed sheets, soap, toilet paper, and pillows
  • Hair dryer
  • Heating Central heating or a heater in the listing
  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen Space where guests can cook their own meals
  • Dedicated workspace
  • TV
  • Washing Machine
  • Wifi

Bathroom

  • Bathtub
  • Body soap
  • Hot Water
  • Shampoo
  • Shower gel

Bedroom and laundry

  • Bed linens
  • Extra pillows and blankets
  • Clothing storage

Entertainment

  • Game console
  • Pool table

Family

  • Board games
  • Children's books and toys
  • Pack 'n Play/travel crib

Heating and cooling

  • Ceiling fan
  • Indoor fireplace
  • Portable fans

Home safety

  • Carbon monoxide detector
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Smoke detector

Kitchen and dining

  • Baking sheet
  • Barbecue utensils
  • Blender
  • Coffee
  • Coffee maker
  • Dining table
  • Dishwasher
  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stove
  • Toaster
  • Wine glasses

Location features

  • Beach access
  • Lake access
  • Private entrance Separate street or building entrance
  • Waterfront

Outdoors

  • BBQ grill
  • Boat slip
  • Fire pit
  • Garden or backyard
  • Outdoor seating
  • Patio or balcony

Parking and facilities

  • Free parking on premises
  • Free street parking

House Rules

Prior to check-out start a load of towels in the washing machine, remove any garbage and take the can to the end of the driveway and load dishes in the dishwasher and start the dishwasher.

Accessibility

Neighborhood

Get the up north feel of a lake house, but only a 15 minute drive to both Grayling and Kalkaska.

Guest Access

There is ample parking in the driveway near the garage. Please park on concrete driveway if it snows during your stay to leave room to plow.

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