House in Bellaire, MI

High Above the Valley - Gorgeous Views! Access to Pools! 3 Min to Golf/Skiing!

High Above the Valley - Gorgeous Views! Access to Pools! 3 Min to Golf/Skiing!

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Living area
Living area
Dining
Dining
View of deck and valley

Overview of High Above the Valley - Gorgeous Views! Access to Pools! 3 Min to Golf/Skiing!

5 out of 5 Exceptional
4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 12177 sq m

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill

Check out the area

Bellaire, MI
  • Popular LocationSchuss Mountain18 min walk
  • Popular LocationLake Bellaire13 min drive
  • Popular LocationHawk's Eye Golf Course13 min drive
  • AirportTraverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)56 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Loft bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Lower Level Bunk room

4 Single Bunk Beds

Lower level family bedroom

2 Single Bunk Beds and 1 Double Bed

Main Floor Master

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Loft bathroom

Toilet

Lower level bath

Toilet · Shower only

Main floor bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining Area

About this property

High Above the Valley - Gorgeous Views! Access to Pools! 3 Min to Golf/Skiing!

Perched at the top of Schuss Mountain overlooking the valley below, this beautiful Austrian inspired chalet is only minutes from skiing, golf, lakes and everything the Schuss / Shanty Creek area has to offer! Meticulously restored (and retaining many of the original old-world build touches of the original Hamill Home), Valley View Lodge offers 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, a one-of-a-kind retro rec room, great stone fireplace, great views, and room enough to sleep 12 comfortably.

With brand new appliances, new flooring, kitchen and baths, and laundry room, Valley View is ready to create memories in four seasons for your entire family!

In the milder months, there's plenty to do here. Drive the kids a couple minutes over to the Lakeview hotel to swim in the outdoor pool at the top of the ski hill (with a great view of Lake Bellaire a couple miles away!)  Put in a few holes at the most picturesque golf courses in the state.  Hike, bike and play on some of Michigan's most beautiful and well-kept trails.  Climb to the top of Schuss Mountain. Thehouse is located in a beautiful, wooded neighborhood full of paved, gently rolling streets and paths and is great for bike riding.  There are many mountain biking trails around the area as well - the beautiful Glacial Hills bike trail system is only 10 minutes away. Take a 15-minute drive out to gorgeous Torch Lake.  Or maybe just sit out on the deck with your morning coffee; high up in the trees, you'll hear only the whispering hardwoods and occasional chickadee. 

For the colder months, the family friendly Schuss Mountain (or the "Kingdom of Schuss" as we call it) offers the very best skiing and snowboarding around.  There's a trail to the top of the hill just few minutes' walk from the house - drop the kids off, let them hike to the first ski run, and they can ski for the whole day, walking back to the house when they're done! Trails for cross country skiing and snowshoeing are within minutes of the property, as are trails for riding your Fat Mountain Bikes. We have membership access to two indoor pools and hot tubs at Schuss and Summit villages, also only a few minutes' drive.  When the day is done, curl up in front of the fireplace with a good book and good company. 

Property Details

Entering on the first floor (there's a boardwalk from the driveway to the front door), the entire kitchen / living room / dining room is all open space. The kitchen has granite countertops, plenty of storage space (cabinets, pantry, etc.), a new refrigerator, range, microwave and dishwasher. There is a bar with room for 3-4 stools. All utensils, pots, pans, etc. are provided. The kitchen opens to a spacious living area with new leather sofas, comfy chairs, and a beautiful stone fireplace for the chillier nights. There is a 40" LED smart TV as well. The dining area adjacent to the living room has a huge dining table with seating for 8-10. Two large ceiling fans keep things cool in the summer and warm in the winter. Sliding glass doors open onto the expansive, wrap-around deck - with excellent views of the valley (a propane grill is provided for your use as well). Also on this floor is a bedroom with a queen bed, dresser and seating (a pack n play type crib is provided as well). A full bathroom with custom tiled tub/shower is right next door.

Taking the stairs up to the loft area, you'll find a bedroom with a queen bed, seating, dresser, LED smart TV, and sliding door opening onto a seating balcony. This bedroom also has a wall A/C unit (being installed in May) There is a nice half bath adjacent to the bedroom.

Taking the stairs down from the main level leads to the "rec room", with leather sofas, another refrigerator, a large 40" LED TV, and a very cool retro tabletop arcade game from the 80s with over 400 of the best "old-school" games from the day (show the kids how it USED to be done!) There is also a place to store your ski / snowboard equipment, and a laundry room with new washer and dryer. A full bathroom with stall shower is also on this level, as are two more bedrooms. One bedroom has a double bed under an L-shaped loft with two single beds (great for a small family) a dresser and LED smart TV. The 4th bedroom has 2 sets of bunk beds (4 single beds total), a dresser, and a closet.

As with most of the properties in the Shanty Creek area, heating is by electric baseboard, and many of the rooms have their own independent thermostats which can be set individually as desired. Air conditioning is on the main floor and in the loft. We also have high speed internet available for your bowsing and streaming.

The Bellaire area offers access to hundreds of attractions. Shanty Creek boasts four championship golf courses: Cedar River (Weiskopf), The Legend (Palmer), Schuss Mountain Course, and Summit Course. In addition, other excellent courses are conveniently located nearby. Take a short trip to Lake Bellaire, Torch Lake, or Grand Traverse Bay on Lake Michigan for swimming or boating, or enjoy a nice, relaxing canoe ride down the Jordan river.

We look forward to hosting you, your family, and friends at Valley View Lodge - your comfortable home base for an incredible up-north experience!

*** SEE OUR OTHER SHANTY / SCHUSS VACATION RENTALS ON VRBO ***
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Property manager

Jim Meloche
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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 2 total)

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
We have a strict "Good neighbors" policy in effect - quiet hours begin at 10PM. NoiseAware decibel monitors are installed (non-recording).
No more than 8 adults may stay at the property at a time
Pets are not allowed on furniture due to past damage. Additional cleaning fees may be incurred if pets are found to have been on couches, beds, etc.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Bellaire

Located in Bellaire, this holiday home is next to a golf course and in the mountains. Torch Lake and Grass River Natural Area reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Schuss Mountain and Flintfields Horse Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Schuss Mountain - 18 min walk
  • The Legend - 11 min drive
  • Lake Bellaire - 13 min drive
  • Hawk's Eye Golf Course - 13 min drive
  • Torch Lake - 23 min drive

Getting around

  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 57 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's - 16 min drive
  • The Iron Skillet - 15 min drive
  • McDonald's - 14 min drive
  • Shanty Creek Resorts - 12 min drive
  • M88 Morning Grind - 14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does High Above the Valley - Gorgeous Views! Access to Pools! 3 Min to Golf/Skiing! have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool and an outdoor pool.

Is High Above the Valley - Gorgeous Views! Access to Pools! 3 Min to Golf/Skiing! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at High Above the Valley - Gorgeous Views! Access to Pools! 3 Min to Golf/Skiing! ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at High Above the Valley - Gorgeous Views! Access to Pools! 3 Min to Golf/Skiing! ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is High Above the Valley - Gorgeous Views! Access to Pools! 3 Min to Golf/Skiing! located?

This family-friendly Bellaire holiday home is located in the mountains, 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Schuss Mountain, and within 6 mi (10 km) of The Legend and The Chief Golf Course. Lake Bellaire and Grass River Natural Area are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

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4.9/5

Cleanliness

5/5

Check-in

5/5

Communication

5/5

Location

5/5

Listing accuracy

Reviews

5/5 Excellent

Mckensay H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Up north stay
We had a great time! The property was perfect for our 2 families. The basement set up was great for the kids. The host was very responsive to any of our needs and even checked on us during our stay. The house had everything we needed and was just a few minute walk to the hill. Would definitely recommended this property and would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

5/5 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent!!
Property is awesome and so are the owners!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

5/5 Excellent

matt m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great valley and ridge views and dark skies
Beautiful place with a great layout and wonderful views! Great location close to slopes and back in the woods. Well decorated, great kitchen and maintained, with enough room for a couple of families to share.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

5/5 Excellent

Ashley K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property
We enjoyed the beautiful cabin and had fun skiing at shanty creek resorts.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

5/5 Excellent

Ferdinand P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gen X get away
Perfect place to welcome the falls colors, and introduce our kids with vintage video and board games with the fireplace aromas took over outside the house. My brother and family from the Philippines experience a different rainy day. Wet and cold. The property was perfect place to chill for few days.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

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