Family-friendly vacation rentals in Lake 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!

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.

[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*

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!

Walk Downtown, Launch Boat at Private Dock | Sauna

We invite you to make Breathe Bellaire your retreat this summer! You can walk from the front door to all of downtown Bellaire's fun, like the expanded Short's Brewery music venue & 15 min drive to Torch Lake. The whole group will enjoy easy access to everything from the central location. Relax in this spacious & beautiful home, ready for your group to spread out among 4 bedrooms & 3 bathrooms. Have some food & games on the back deck at the table for 8, then movie night on the comfy recliners.

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.

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.

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

Fall on Torch Lake | Firepit, Game Loft, Sleeps 8

Two private wooded acres in Bellaire, half a mile from Torch Lake public access and 15 minutes from Shanty Creek. Fall color peaks here October 8 to 23, and the hardwoods on this lot turn all at once. Come back to a stone wood-burning fireplace, soaring vaulted ceilings, and a game loft with shuffleboard, Golden Tee, and a poker table. Backyard firepit, big deck, gas grill. 3 bedrooms, sleeps 8. Built for families and groups who want Northern Michigan in its best season.

Secluded Hot Tub Hide-A-Way Retreat

Kick back and relax in this calm, stylish space. Very secluded on 6 private Acres. Relax around a camp fire in the evening or listen to the birds in the morning (you can often hear the loons early in the morning). This was built new in spring of 2025 and ready for your up north experience. Just 3 miles from Bellaire, 6 miles from Schuss Mountain for golf and skiing. 45 minutes from Traverse City and Petoskey. The perfect launching point for all NW Michigan has to offer.

Sommer's Retreat

Sommer's Retreat is a year round northwoods cabin nestled in the pines and surrounded by a 300 acre nature preserve. Our location is a short distance from the Jordan River Valley and within 20 minutes of the south arm of Lake Charlevoix, Torch Lake, Lake Michigan, Shanty Creek Schuss Mountain Resorts, Glacial Hills, orchards and farm markets. The cabin is a spacious two story retreat that will sleep 6 in two bedrooms and a loft. Guests have access to cabin wifi.

Dream Vacay: Clam Lake Cottage w Torch Lake Access

Fall/Winter Season Special: 3rd Night Free! We are currently offering one free night during your next booking of 2 nights or more from Oct 31st 2025 until March 31st 2026, and again from Nov 1st 2026 until Apr 1st, 2027, excluding dates that include federal holidays. Book any two nights within these date ranges, excluding holidays, and you can stay a third night for free! Send us your booking request and we will adjust the rate to reflect the 3rd free night.