Family-friendly vacation rentals in Bellaire

Splendid 4BR/2BA Torch Lake/Bellaire Home, Sunsets

Torch Lake Home on East shore with stunning lake/sunset views & 110' of lakefront footage! Dock for swimming, sunning & fishing. Marvelous kitchen/dining room with open floor plan & closeup lake views (20' away). Outdoor deck/BBQ grill/fire pit. Only .4 mi to Dockside, 5 mi to Bellaire (Short's, Shanty Creek, golf/ski), 30 mi to Traverse City (wineries, casino, Film Fest, Cherry Fest). Modern comforts of home: WiFi,AC, Laundry, fully equipped kitchen. You'll love every minute you stay/play here!

Family · Indoor spaces · Value

The Twig, near Lake Bellaire

This cottage is unsuitable for anyone with mobility issues. The Twig is a tiny, one-bedroom, 480-square foot cottage on property near Lake Bellaire. Living room/kitchen down, bedroom/bath up. Sofa bed in living room. Very private and an easy 5-minute walk to the lake. AC upstairs. The cottage, again, is tiny, and best suited for a single person, a couple, or a couple with children. Two couples might find it awkward. Well-behaved dogs are welcome for $20. There is a two-night minimum stay.

Family · Indoor spaces · Quiet

[Hidden Gem] steps to Short’s +restaurants + shops

Turn of the century home located in Downtown Bellaire. The second story has been converted into a private flat, with the famous Flying Pig store located in the retail space below. Just steps away from Short's Brewing Company, Mammoth Distilling, and downtown district of Bellaire. Just a short drive to Torch Lake, Shanty Creek Resort, Glacial Hills Trails, Lake Bellaire, and all of the surrounding chain of lakes and rivers. *If you are bringing a pet, you must add it to your reservation*

Family · Kitchen · Long stay

Chalet | Shanty Creek | Golf | Torch Lake | Pool

Nestled in the trees, private Chalet @ Schuss Mo. offers 4-bed/3-bath retreat all seasons. Sleeps 12. Close to chain of lakes, golf/ski resorts. 4 bedrooms, 3 full baths, cozy loft, & walk-out basement. Main floor boasts a 30’ cathedral ceiling, creating an inspiring & open atmosphere. Fully equipped kitchen has 8 person table, fridge, microwave, DW, & oven. Walk-out basement is a kid’s paradise with a 65” TV, air hockey, record player, darts, board games, & more! Pool access (indoor & out).

Family · Indoor spaces · Skiing

Four Season Wonderland in Bellaire

The Four Season Wonderland vacation home is ready for you to make some memories at this unique and family-friendly place. It is perfectly located less than five miles away from all of these area attractions: Schuss Mountain (snow sports), Shanty Creek (golf), Torch Lake (boating, swimming), Grass River (kayaking, paddling), downtown Bellaire (Short's Brewing Co.) and more! Relax, unwind, and watch the 86" TV after a day out enjoying the area. Bring the toys -- there is plenty of parking space!

Kitchen · Family · Comfort

The A-Frame at Finch Creek - Secluded w/ Hot Tub

Welcome to the A-frame at Finch Creek. A one-of-a-kind Northern Michigan getaway overlooking Finch Creek and completely surrounded by the Grass River Natural Area. We renovated this 1970s cabin from the ground up and designed it to feel open and connected to the landscape. With 20-foot vaulted ceilings, massive picture windows, a fireplace to curl up next to, and just minutes from some of the most stunning lakes in the state, it’s the perfect home base for exploring or doing nothing at all.

Indoor spaces · Family · River

The House on the Hill

This house is located outside Alden. It sits on 35 acres and is 1/4 of a mile from the road. The location is rural, secluded and quiet. There is ample parking for boats and recreational vehicles. The view from the deck is spectacular, you can see out over 10 miles. It's private and has a wide wraparound deck, with a covered area at the front. It's perfect for grilling, relaxing and watching the sky after a day out. The kitchen is open and provides a lot of space for food preparation.

Kitchen · Indoor spaces · Backyard

Cozy Shanty Creek Studio Condo - Summit Village

Recently renovated studio condo that sleeps 4. Located within Summit Village & walking distance to restaurants, bars, golf, pool/hot tub, tubing hill. Within 5 miles to skiing, hiking, lakes, downtown Bellaire (Free shuttle service available during peak seasons). Condo includes dishes/kitchen utensils, microwave, electric skillet, mini fridge & Keurig. Access to private beach club on Lake Bellaire & pools/hot tubs at The Lakeview Hotel & Schuss. Gorgeous view from the private balcony.

Indoor spaces · Kitchen · Amenities

Shanty Creek Condo w/ Stunning Lake Bellaire Views

This spacious 2 bedroom, 2 bed, 680 sq. ft. condo sleeps 4 and is located in Summit Village at Shanty Creek Resort. Features a full kitchen, electric fireplace, in unit laundry, and private deck with stunning Lake Bellaire sunset views. You'll be in the heart of Shanty Creek! It's only a short walk to the Summit Golf Course & Shanty Town. You will have access to the beach club on Lake Bellaire and the Snowshoe outdoor pool. As of March 2026, resort pool access is no longer included.

Family · Indoor spaces · Value

Bellaire Birdie~Golf Simulator~2 Hot Tubs~Theater

Welcome to your northern Michigan golf retreat in Shanty Creek Resort! Sleeping up to 18 guests, this family friendly home provides a tranquil place to land after a day spent exploring. ☞Apogee Golf Simulator ☞2 Hot tub ☞2 Firepits ☞Theater ☞Game room ☞Indoor/Outdoor pool access ☞Beach access ☞2 inflatable paddle boards ☞2 kayaks ☞Long-range scenic viewer ☞Family-friendly amenities (pack n’ play, high-chair, sound machine, video baby monitor, baby gate, beach toys) ☞Outdoor grill

Kitchen · Family · Bathroom

Tiny Home Industrial/Brewery Themed w/ Hot Tub

Custom crafted tiny home! It’s a industrial/rustic style home and equipped with everything you’ll need for a great stay including your own private hot tub! Please make note of the spiral staircase as it is steep. It’s located in a private corner of our property with its own drive so you will feel completely on your own. It’s located about 7 miles from Bellaire and Shorts brewery as well as torch lake. It’s about 45 minutes from traverse city, Charlevoix and Petoskey.

Indoor spaces · Kitchen · TV

Treehouse - Walk to Torch Lake, Sleeps 6

Across the street from Torch Lake, this comfortable, spacious chalet in the trees, short walk (across E. Torch Lake Dr.) to public access on beautiful Torch Lake. Close to downtown Bellaire, Short's Brewing, Golf Shanty Creek, Ski Schuss Mountain and Dockside and a short drive to Glacial Hills Nature Conservancy for Biking and Hiking. Great for family summer vacation or cozy ski weekends. Very strong Wifi for folks that want to school and work from "vacation"!

Indoor spaces · Family · Parks