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Stay in a Beautifully Restored 1895 Church, A Unique Bear Lake Getaway

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3 bedrooms, WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Kitchen

About this property

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

Stay in a Beautifully Restored 1895 Church, A Unique Bear Lake Getaway

Welcome to The Old Lighthouse Church at Bear Lake – a one-of-a-kind vacation rental where historic charm meets modern comfort. Originally built in 1895, this beautifully restored church has been transformed into a 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home that comfortably sleeps up to 10 guests (A California King bed, 2 Queen beds, 2 Twin beds and a Full bed).

Step inside and experience soaring ceilings, unique architectural details, and cozy living spaces perfect for families, couples, or groups. The open-concept living and dining area offers plenty of room to relax after a day of exploring Northern Michigan. Cook up a feast in the fully-equipped kitchen or fire up the BBQ grill outside for a sunset dinner under the stars.

Gather around the outdoor fire pit for s’mores and stories, or enjoy mornings with a cup of coffee in the yard that backs up to 2 wooded acres. With ample parking, this home is perfect for guests bringing trailers, toys, or extra vehicles.

Conveniently located right off Highway 31, you're just:

· 15 minutes from Crystal Mountain (skiing, golf, hiking)

· 15 minutes from Arcadia Bluffs Golf Course

· 20 minutes from Frankfort and Lake Michigan beaches

· 55 minutes from Traverse City

· 5 minutes to Bear Lake, with easy access to the Butwell Rd Public Beach

· 15 minutes to Crystal Lake

· Close to countless other lakes, rivers, ATV/snowmobile trails (including The Bear Lake Spur Trail that connects to 6500 miles of groomed trails), and scenic drives

Whether you’re chasing powder in the winter, hitting the golf course in summer, salmon fishing in the fall or just looking to unwind in a place filled with history and charm – this is your perfect sanctuary in Northern Michigan.

Book your stay today and make memories in this truly divine getaway!

No pets allowed.

Check us out on Instagram and Facebook! @1895lighthousechurch

Property manager

Carli Jones

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoke-free property

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing 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)

General

  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
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

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Map
Bear Lake, MI

What's nearby

  • Glovers Lake - 5 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Chestnut Hills Golf Course - 5 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Crystal Mountain - 14 min drive - 15.6 km
  • Arcadia Bluffs Golf Course - 21 min drive - 18.8 km
  • Pierport Beach - 25 min drive - 18.0 km

Getting around

  • Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lakeside Cafe - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Grille 44 - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Iron Fish Distillery - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Arcadia Ice House - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Swanson's Juice Mill - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Stay in a Beautifully Restored 1895 Church, A Unique Bear Lake Getaway pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Stay in a Beautifully Restored 1895 Church, A Unique Bear Lake Getaway?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Stay in a Beautifully Restored 1895 Church, A Unique Bear Lake Getaway?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Stay in a Beautifully Restored 1895 Church, A Unique Bear Lake Getaway located?

Situated in Bear Lake, this holiday home is 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Chestnut Hills Golf Course and 2.6 mi (4.3 km) from Glovers Lake. Lake Michigan and Misty Acres Preserve are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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Stay in a Beautifully Restored 1895 Church, A Unique Bear Lake Getaway Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Loretta G.

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

Great stay at the Lighthouse Church

We had a wonderful stay. The hosts were excellent and accommodating. The property and church are beautiful. Beds were comfortable and everything was so clean. Highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vishal K.

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

Church where you can stay overnight

We spent a great time on the property. Everything was set up perfectly at the church. Even minor details are taken care of. I liked how they transformed it into a living place. The host was very responsive and handled all of our needs. One of the greatest stays we have ever had. Thanks for everything, host.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025