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Blue Bear Hideout the ultimate set up for large groups and get togethers!

Family-friendly holiday home in Kalkaska

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Escape to the Up North with its beautiful fall colors and great winter trails. Stay at this spacious home, perfect for large groups of hunters, boaters, or off-road enthusiasts. Enjoy a game of pool in the heated entertaining area or roast marshmallows by the fire pit on cool evenings.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 171400 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

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About this property

Entire place

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

Blue Bear Hideout the ultimate set up for large groups and get togethers!

Family-friendly holiday home in Kalkaska
Along with laundry facilities, this smoke-free holiday home has an arcade/games room and a garden. Other amenities include barbecues. The holiday home provides a kitchen with a fridge, an oven, a stovetop and a microwave. Guests can appreciate conveniences, such as 2.5 bathrooms and a washing machine, and other amenities include a patio and a Smart TV.
Air-conditioned accommodation at this holiday home offers coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to patios. Kitchens offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils.

Bathrooms include baths or showers. Smart televisions are featured in guestrooms.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Foosball table
  • Table tennis
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby

Safety features

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

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,400 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

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

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
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

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Map
Kalkaska, MI

What's nearby

  • Timber Wolf Golf Club - 10 min drive - 14.1 km
  • Grandview Golf Club - 18 min drive - 18.8 km
  • Au Sable River - 19 min drive - 25.4 km
  • Twin Birch Golf Course - 21 min drive - 27.9 km
  • Hanson Hills Recreation Area - 21 min drive - 27.2 km

Getting around

  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 61 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dingman's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Manistee Lake Pizzeria / Bakery - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪The Ole Soul - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪lost forest lodge - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪U-Haulliquid Mirage - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Blue Bear Hideout the ultimate set up for large groups and get togethers! pet-friendly?

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

How much is parking at Blue Bear Hideout the ultimate set up for large groups and get togethers!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Blue Bear Hideout the ultimate set up for large groups and get togethers!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Blue Bear Hideout the ultimate set up for large groups and get togethers!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Blue Bear Hideout the ultimate set up for large groups and get togethers! located?

Located in a rural location, this family-friendly holiday home is within 16 mi (25 km) of Grandview Golf Club, Au Sable River and Wakeley Lake. Hanson Hills Recreation Area and Crawford County Historical Museum are also within 16 miles (25 km).

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Reviews

Blue Bear Hideout the ultimate set up for large groups and get togethers! Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.4

Cleanliness

9.8

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 79 out of 92 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 92 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 92 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 92 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 92 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Stephen C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was clean and tidy. Garage was an awesome plus for us. Thanks for a great stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brent B.

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

Close to trails

Had a good stay again. Second time staying here. Close to trails and lots of parking
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Chris M.

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

Nice for big group

Family trip of 14. Enjoyed our stay. Garage was a great place.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jasmin C.

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

Great stay

Great location for riding with the trails across the street and down the road! The house is spacious and nice. The garage is awesome! We enjoyed our stay very much.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The location was perfect. Not a busy area, but plenty to do that’s close to the house. The house was amazing on the inside and out. The garage was our favorite part. The garage did not have A/C, but was a great spot to hang out with all of the games out there. Highly recommend this location for a getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chad michael M.

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

Great place

Great location for trails.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly G.

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

Wonderful stay

My family and i had a blast! The gentleman next door plowed the driveway for us and was very nice.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Doug C.

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

Mens diaper shower and UTV ride

Great place for SxS weekend. Trail is right across from the house. Garage is an excellent gathering and gaming space. Close to gas and restaurant too. Appreciate the hospitality! Will stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew L.

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

Perfect setting for your party

We rented this place in February and it was perfect for hosting a large group on guys. Almost feels like your own private bar! Would definitely come back and stay again. Jenny was extremely accommodating.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles H.

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

Great layout for a nice long weekend for a large group.

Nice layout for a large group. Large manage garage for the party. The house is great for relaxing and winding down.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caleb V.

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

Perfect place for a good sized group

Great location and overall fun place to stay. Lots of activities to do in the barn.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nathan T.

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

Absolutely Excellent

Perfect for our family weekend away. House was great and the extras were excellent! Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer C.

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

Amazing and perfect for what we needed

Everything was great and well managed.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Zach A.

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

Awesome place!

Perfect spot for any getaway. Love the separate garage to hang out with everyone away from the house! House and garage both very clean and plenty of rooms for a bigger group
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

CHAD S.

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

Good location

House was clean and the garage had plenty of games to play in the evening hours. Check in was easy.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn S.

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

Great group location

We had a wonderful stay! Everything was clean, easy to use, and exactly as described. Hosts were quick to respond to any questions and very helpful. We had plenty of space for the dog to play and so many activities to keep everyone busy even on the rainy days. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Joshua M.

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

Great getaway

Good place to go up north and get away. Easy shot to Traverse city and sleeps a lot of people.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary G.

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

So many beds

Enjoyed our stay for our annual girls trail riding weekend. Spacious kitchen and open floor plan was nice for gathering in the morning and evening. Loved all the sleeping space.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lucia C.

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

Family game get away

We thoroughly enjoyed our time. The house was as pictured. Very nice place to stay for what it was needed for, it was everything and more!!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Starr C., Taylor, MI

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

Perfect location and great house

The location of this house was perfect right in the middle of everything we wanted to do, it was private, everything was clean and organized. All of the games in the garage was amazing. Best location I've stayed at.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn K.

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

We had a great time! The game room was a huge hit for our family. The description said there were 4

There are 2 full and 1 half bathroom. I would recommend staying here.staying
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Greg L.

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

Perfect!

This trip was a "boys" weekend and there were 6 of us. The garage is the place to be. Great communication with owners and will think of staying here again
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Craig M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

ATV Trip

Overall good, Kids enjoyed the party garage. Right on the trails.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jake L.

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

Great property and management

First time using VRBO and this location was perfect. Nice and remote but within distance of necessities. Management was spot on with any questions and maintained a clean and fun setup. Would definitely rent again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Samuel T.

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

Bachelor party

Excellent place for a get together. My friend group used it for a weekend bachelor party, property is even better than the photos. Very fun garage to hangout in.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024