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Waterfront! Quiet, Spacious, Serene Retreat Located in a Private Wooded Setting

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Nestled on 160 acres of serene natural beauty, The Chalet offers a peaceful retreat with an open floor plan, large windows, and a cozy fieldstone fireplace. Enjoy swimming and fishing in the private lakes or explore the surrounding woods via kayak or paddle boat.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire chalet

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 62300 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning

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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.

Waterfront! Quiet, Spacious, Serene Retreat Located in a Private Wooded Setting

Ski-in/ski-out access for fun in the snow
With direct access to the slopes, this chalet makes guests feel at home with conveniences such as laundry facilities and a garden.
Air-conditioned accommodation at this chalet offers fireplaces and DVD players. Rooms open to patios. This accommodation is furnished with sofa beds and dining tables. Kitchens offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils.

Bathrooms include a shower and hairdryers. This Fife Lake chalet provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and an iron/ironing board.

Recreational amenities at the chalet include ski-in/ski-out access.

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

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Ski-in/ski-out access
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the accommodation: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Charcoal grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • In the city centre
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Boat
  • Kayak
  • Ski-in/ski-out access
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,300 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 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
Note from host: Spacious grounds.

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 first aid kit
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

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About the area

Located in Fife Lake, this chalet is in the city centre and on the waterfront. Mt. Holiday Ski Area and Centre Ice Arena are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore South Boardman Preserve and South Branch Nature Preserve. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. Visit our Fife Lake travel guide
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Fife Lake, MI

What's nearby

  • Aerial view of Petoskey and Little Traverse Bay, Michigan
    Traverse City Beach
    37 min drive - 38.6 km
  • Pie is Life!
    Front Street
    38 min drive - 43.6 km
  • The drop off at Torch Lake in northern Michigan; Shutterstock ID 748887706; purchase_order: SP-1269 HA 2018 Batch 1; Order: ; client: ; other:
    Torch Lake
    46 min drive - 57.2 km
  • Downs Lake
    1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Parsons Lake
    3 min drive - 1.1 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Yankee Boy
    13 min drive
  • Fife Lake Inn
    8 min drive
  • The Loon's Nest
    8 min drive
  • Soup Kitchen #2
    11 min drive
  • Brice's Bar
    9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Waterfront! Quiet, Spacious, Serene Retreat Located in a Private Wooded Setting pet-friendly?

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

How much is parking at Waterfront! Quiet, Spacious, Serene Retreat Located in a Private Wooded Setting?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Waterfront! Quiet, Spacious, Serene Retreat Located in a Private Wooded Setting?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Waterfront! Quiet, Spacious, Serene Retreat Located in a Private Wooded Setting?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Waterfront! Quiet, Spacious, Serene Retreat Located in a Private Wooded Setting located?

Offering ski-in/ski-out access, this chalet in Fife Lake is situated in the city centre, 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Fife Lake, and is convenient for winter activities, such as cross-country skiing and sledging. Downs Lake and Parsons Lake are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Waterfront! Quiet, Spacious, Serene Retreat Located in a Private Wooded Setting Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 119 out of 132 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 132 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 132 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 132 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 132 reviews

9.8

Cleanliness

10

Location

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Christal R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The location was perfect for what we were looking for: a waterview, peaceful surroundings. We were able to use kayaks and to hike a trail. Was definitely pet friendly and the fall colors were spectacular. Owners were friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael Y.

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

Wonderful Oasis

What a wonderful home and property. Our family had a relaxing vacation and the amenities were great. Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ravi M.

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

Wonderful property

We had a great stay, the house was clean and sunny. The surrounding trails and lake were very relaxing, we look forward to coming back
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Denise S.

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

Very nice

Great getaway! We did a lot of relaxing and enjoyed a fire in the fireplace. Beautiful view of the lake. Would love to come back during summer!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anastasia H.

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

Great family Getaway

This place was amazing! Great location, and beautiful lake. Our family enjoyed the long hiking trails, paddle boat, kayaks and row boats. We even got to bring our pups! Only a short drive to Traverse City, We will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen D.

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

Quiet getaway

This property was beautiful! So relaxing, and quiet. The chalet had everything we needed. We saw several deer while walking the trails. Carole was so nice, and helpful. She checked in with us the next day, just to make sure everything was okay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kate R.

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

Serene Piece of Paradise

Our weekend stay here was too short! This very private spot, surrounded by woods with a small lake for paddling was perfect for relaxing on the large deck and watching the dogs run and play. The house had everything we needed and Carole was very accessible for questions. We hope to be able to return some day!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan G.

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

Beautiful place to getaway

My husband and I spent the weekend here with our dogs in October. The fall colors around the lake were unparalleled. Kitchen was stocked, bed was comfy, plenty of room for the dogs to run. We walked through the forest to the other lake and watched bald eagles. Deer came to visit in the evening. Nice quiet and relaxing stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary L.

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

Piece of Heaven

Quiet, Peaceful stay on the edge of a beautiful little lake. Area is a hiker's paradise inhabited with loads of wildlife. House was like home and Carole was accomodating without being intrusive. Great House, Great Location, Great Time.
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nikki S.

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

Will be back!

We had a wonderful week, wish we had stayed longer. Swimming, kayaking, paddleboating and enjoying the home! We planned to leave more but loved the property we spent more time at the home. Not sure if the dogs or teens had more fun 💜 plenty of space, had dinners on the deck and had a wonderful week! We will be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maureen M.

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

Gorgeous lake house

We enjoyed a chilly fall extended weekend. Chalet is well planned and functional, plugs and lights where you want them, etc. We were delighted to find we could leave our cotton thermal blankets in their bag, since the hosts have them on the beds. I enjoyed cooking in the well supplied kitchen. Hubbie worked a bit, internet slows down a lot on the weekend (like most places up north), so watching shows that I downloaded early in the morning through my phone’s hot spot worked quite well. A wonderful get away.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen R.

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

Peaceful Stay on Fife Lake

We had a wonderful time visiting this property on Fife Lake. We came into town to run in the Bayshore 10k but wanted to get away from the hustle and bustle of Traverse City on Memorial Day weekend. We found the perfect spot to do that! The cottage is beautiful, spacious, very clean and well stocked. We enjoyed cooking in the large kitchen, playing games inside and games of catch outside in the large yard, sitting on the dock taking in the beautiful sunshine, reading on the deck, a bonfire, and lots of quality family time. The property is very peaceful and serene. We saw swans, herons and had the unique opportunity to watch a turtle lay her eggs in the driveway! Carole is a very gracious, kind and supportive host! Highly recommend a stay at this lovely property.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Jill J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Easy communication, beautiful location.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Malinda B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our stay at this beautiful location. The lake was beautiful. Very quiet and peaceful stay. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Megan E.

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

Another incredible trip!

Between the beautiful home, gorgeous property, wonderful location close to Traverse City - and of course, Carole’s amazing hospitality - we just keep coming back!! Highly recommend! An amazing and peaceful retreat!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jackie H.

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

Snow getaway

Nice quiet place on the trails
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chrissy L.

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

Michigan Getaway

This property was excellent: secluded, spacious, upscale, and relaxing.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jared H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The lake and property are absolutely beautiful and provided the relaxing vacation we were looking for. Our kids enjoyed kayaking, swimming, and fishing, as well as the many ATV trails right out of the driveway. My wife and I enjoyed coffee every morning on the dock. Carole was a fabulous communicator, answered all of our questions quickly, and did everything to make sure we felt right at home. Highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael U.

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

Great Weekend Getaway

A nice cozy cabin on a lake in the middle of the woods. Our family enjoyed the location close to everything, hiking trails and waking up to the lake each morning.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Christina N.

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

Peaceful Retreat

Had a nice time at this property. Traverse City was about 23 minutes north.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mindy B.

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

Great getaway

Highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Megan E.

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

Amazing!!!

The property is stunning, the home is amazing and was well-equipped for all of our needs for a long weekend… Carole was just amazing to work with. We WILL be planning a return visit!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lee S.

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

Peace and beauty!

We loved this property and the host. Carol made sure we got checked in and our needs were met.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Courtney B.

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

Always lovely

I have stayed at the Chalet several times and each time is wonderful. I love this property and Carole is an amazing and accommodating host. Couldn't ask for a better experience!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

John E.

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

Lakefront paradise

This property is the perfect getaway no matter the time of year. Convenient location to amenities but yet totally secluded north woods paradise. Would recommend to anyone looking for an outdoor adventurous vacation or one of just relaxation and tranquility.