Sandy Bottom Cottage on Intermediate Lake | Cottage in Bellaire

8.4 (8 Reviews) |   3 Bedrooms  1 Bathroom  7 Guests
Bellaire Cottage | Sandy Bottom Cottage on Intermediate Lake

3 Bedroom Cottage in Bellaire

Sandy Bottom Cottage is a classic Northern Michigan lakefront retreat on beautiful Intermediate Lake, perfectly located between Bellaire and Central Lake. This charming cottage offers everything families need for a relaxing, memory-making week on the water, with one of the area’s most loved features—a true, natural sandy lake bottom.
Unlike many lakes that advertise sand, guests consistently rave about the genuine sandy shoreline here, making it ideal for kids to wade, splash, and play. The water is clear with a gradual drop-off farther out, allowing parents to easily keep an eye on little ones. A large dock provides plenty of space for swimming, lounging, and accommodating up to two boats, perfect if friends or family plan to visit from across the lake.
Days are easily spent swimming, floating, kayaking, or simply soaking up the peaceful setting. Two kayaks with paddles are available for guests to enjoy. The shaded yard invites slow afternoons, naps, and quiet moments, while mornings bring beautiful sunrises over the water that guests return year after year to experience.
As evening settles in, gather near the shoreline fire pit for s’mores, stories, and a glass of wine as the sun dips below the horizon. Inside, the cottage is cozy and well-equipped for a comfortable stay, capturing the nostalgic spirit of an up-north cabin that families love.
A bonus bedroom with a queen bed located off the garage provides additional sleeping space and flexibility for guests. While there is no air conditioning, the shaded property and lake breezes help keep the cottage comfortable during summer stays.
2 kayaks with paddles available to rent--$20 each, per stay
Please note: If not a family with kids, all guests must be 25 and older
Please Note: a refundable security deposit is required on all rentals ranging from $100 to $500 based on the place. This is refunded upon departure as long as no damages and the pool pass is present where applicable. If an Airbnb reservation, Airbnb will charge this fee when necessary.

Sandy Bottom Cottage on Intermediate Lake is located in Bellaire. Sandy Bottom Cottage on Intermediate Lake provides accommodation, featuring Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking, Internet, View, among other amenities. This Cottage features Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking, Internet, View, to make your stay a comfortable one.

Sandy Bottom Cottage on Intermediate Lake has 3 Bedrooms , 1 Bathroom, and max occupancy of 7 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated Cottage because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this Cottage, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. Cottage has a friendly neighborhood, and the Bellaire has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the Cottage in Bellaire, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.

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Amenities

TV
View
Ocean View
Oceanfront
Security/Safety
Bedding/Linens
Wellness Facilities
Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
Child Friendly
Internet
Kitchen

Facility Overview

Bathrooms
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer
  • 1 bathroom
Bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Living room
Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Toaster
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
Ocean view
  • Near the beach
Parking
  • Car recommended
  • Onsite parking options include a garage
Pet Friendly
  • No pets allowed
Accessibility
  • Smoke-free property
Activities
  • Power boating nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
Entertainment
  • TV with cable/satellite service
General
  • Unit size: 850 sq ft (79 sq m)
  • English
  • On the lake
  • On the waterfront
Internet
  • WiFi available
Outdoors
  • Firepit
  • Barbecue grill
  • Porch or lanai
Security/Safety
  • 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 installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

Policies

Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 pm contactless check-in available minimum check-in age: 25
Child Policy
Children are welcome.
Event Policy
No events allowed
Pet Policy
Pets not allowed
Smoking Policy
Smoking is not permitted

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 host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed 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

Reviews

Barbara H.
Aug 15, 2024 02:07:23 AM
Review Score:   8
Summary: The property manager provides exceptional service. We have been coming to Intermediate Lake for years and have stayed in similar cabins. We choose this one because it offered a separate bedroom in a converted garage. We were 6 adults. Generally pleased with the cabin. but it is in need of a serious update. The carpet was stained and dirty, side table (1) and lamp (1) were very old and worn, living room lacked enough setting for 6 adults, the sunporch was great but again lacked enough seating. The dock and lake were wonderful. Sandy bottom with very little seaweed. Neighbors were very friendly.
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