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

Bear Lake, Michigan
$306 avg/night
Minimum Stay 2 Nights
Bed 3

Bed

Bath 2

Bath

Home Private Vacation Home

Property Type

Sleep 10

Max Sleeps

Night 2 nights

Min Stay

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

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  • Feature Features
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  • School District Availability
  • Review Review

Feature Features

  • SKI

    Close To Skiing
  • PETS

    No Pets Allowed
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    3 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • KITCHEN

    Dishwasher Microwave Oven Paper Towels Stovetop
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    WiFi Available
  • OUTDOORS

    Barbecue Grill Garden
  • BATHROOMS

    2 Bathrooms Bathtub Or Shower Hair Dryer Shampoo Soap Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Birdwatching Nearby Casino Nearby Fishing Nearby Golf Nearby Hiking Nearby Power Boating Nearby Sledding Nearby Swimming Nearby Water Tubing Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Smart TV
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    If You Have Requests For Specific Accessibility Needs, Please Contact The Property Using The Information On The Reservation Confirmation Received After Booking. No Elevators Smoke-free Property Upper Floors Accessible By Stairs Only

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 11:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 10

Map Map

School District Availability

Review Review

  • Adriana

    Submitted Jul 13, 2025

    Stayed Jul 11, 2025

    It’s a nice place, however there are no curtains anywhere in the house, therefore this is no privacy and this property is located in a transited area. The house had water leaks in the basement the night prior to departure, therefore there was the humid smell inside the house.

  • Kelly D.

    Submitted Feb 19, 2026

    Stayed Feb 15, 2026

    Cozy place with lots of charm! Beds were comfy, my kids loved the large shower heads, and it was perfect proximity to Crystal Mountain for skiing. Thanks!

  • Tracy W.

    Submitted Feb 17, 2026

    Stayed Feb 13, 2026

    Beautiful restored church Very clean. We visited 2 casinos and family’s a ski day at Crystal Mt. Host was responsive Would of liked a drip coffee pot and more pans for large group. Really enjoyed book that showed a history of church and the restoration. Good location easy to find. Busy road

  • Jeret M.

    Submitted Oct 28, 2025

    Stayed Oct 24, 2025

    Beautiful place to stay! Very clean and well kept.

  • Dale M.

    Submitted Oct 13, 2025

    Stayed Oct 10, 2025

    Great place

  • James W.

    Submitted Oct 5, 2025

    Stayed Oct 3, 2025

    Loved it!

  • fatima k.

    Submitted Sep 2, 2025

    Stayed Aug 29, 2025

    The check-in process was great for a large group. The place is very modern, clean, and comfortable. Great location to see the stars and enjoy some peace and quiet

  • Makenna G.

    Submitted Aug 4, 2025

    Stayed Jul 31, 2025

    Very nice property. My friends and I had a great time.

  • Thomas D.

    Submitted Jul 20, 2025

    Stayed Jul 18, 2025

    Very nice place to stay!

  • Vishal K.

    Submitted Jul 7, 2025

    Stayed Jul 4, 2025

    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.

  • Loretta G.

    Submitted Jul 3, 2025

    Stayed Jun 26, 2025

    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!

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$305+
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