Situated in the heart of the Chain of Lakes region, Bellaire is one of the top locations for golfing and mountain bike trails and just minutes from the ski slopes of Schuss Mountain. A four seasons location, there is always something to do for leisure and fun in Bellair. The Short’s Brewing Company is right downtown and an iconic place to visit and taste their twenty plus beers on tap that can be paired with an extensive menu created in-house. The Grass River Natural Area is a short drive and offers hiking trails, nature walks and wildlife viewing for enthusiasts. If you want to explore, then a convenient location to stay in Bellaire is the ideal thing to do. So, select from the list of top 10 Airbnb vacation rentals in this article and book the best accommodation that suits your budget.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 06, 2024.
1. Ranch lodge for nature lovers (from USD 125)
Enjoy the experience of staying on a ranch and admiring the peaceful setting and watching the horses in the pasture. Fish for trout in the nearby streams or go hiking or swimming to take full advantage of the surroundings. The single bedroom on offer to Airbnb guests features a double bed and two single beds to accommodate up to four people. This Airbnb property also features a full bath with a tub and shower. Guests get access to a kitchenette that features a microwave and a two-burner hot plate along with a refrigerator. There are many delightful restaurants and bars like Short’s Brewing Company Bellaire Pub, Toonie’s Fish & Steak House, Moka, Ruthann’s Gourmet Bakery, Lunchbox and Bellaire Bar & Restaurant within five minutes’ drive from the ranch. Overall, it is a great place to stay if you want the experience of a rustic environment and be close to town.
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the rooms were comfortable although we didn't have hot water and the wifi was spottyour dogs enjoyed the fresh air and room to roamhis place is very comfortable and clean with great views of his propertyit was nice to wake up and make breakfast overlooking the horse pastureCleanliness:
clean and very dog friendlyclean bathroom and a nice showerthe bunk house was very clean and exactly as describedbeautiful location clean and lovely property and country charmthe ranch was fun clean and comfortable and in a beautiful settingHost:
bill is a great hostbill is an awesome hostbill was a fantastic hostbill is the best host everbill was a great hostRead more reviewsLocation:
perfect location for day trips to the sand dunes and traverse citygreat location for our trip to torch lake and short'slocation is great only a mile from downtown bellaire and 10 minutes from torch lake areain terms of location the ranch is pretty close to town and to other nearby attractionswe enjoyed being so close to the adorable downtown bellaire
2. Rustic apartment in Shanty Creek Resort (from USD 95)
This rustic apartment shouts “log cabin!” in Shanty Creek Resort. Surround yourself with the best of amenities available for your convenience and entertainment. This condominium features one queen bed, one full bottom bunk, and one twin top bunk to accommodate five guests with ease. The room offers a single full bathroom with bathtub, shower, and toilet. The fully equipped kitchenette can be used for cooking your meals indoors while the grill at the balcony can be used for barbecues when needed. The Summit Slopes are in proximity and can be reached on foot while the Schuss and Cedar River can be accessed by taking a shuttle to enjoy the downhill skiing and cross-country trails in Bellaire.
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wifi was excellent and a huge bonuscomfortable beds and an amazing viewit was a beautiful area with a fantastic view from the roomsuper comfortable lots of sleeping space great locationgreat views easy check-in and plenty of room to crash for everyoneCleanliness:
it was clean and cozythe place was very clean and had plenty of dishes there for us to usevery quaint and clean placevery clean and easy to accessvery friendly and clean environmentHost:
great hosts responded quickly to our questionsthe owners answered back quickly and efficiently - great hoststhe hosts were excellent with responses and had everything perfect for our arrivalthe hosts were very friendly and quick to respondhosts were friendly and made us feel welcome with a very fair priceRead more reviewsLocation:
cozy condo in a great locationgreat location and priced wellgreat location in the heart of shanty creek and just a few minute walk to lakeview lodgegreat space in a great location of the resortgood location at shanty creek to access everything
3. Cozy studio with lake view, near to skiing, tubing, golfing and dining (from USD 67)
Stay in this cosy studio in Bellaire that is close to The Summit at Shanty Creek Resorts. Enter this studio to a bright and spacious place that features a king size bed, a futon bed and two couches that can be converted into beds. The bathroom is well designed and offers ample space to freshen up. Guests can also enjoy the kitchenette and the electric barbecue grill on the balcony and make use of the small refrigerator, microwave, and coffee maker as per their requirements. You’ll love this place for the view it offers, the location, the nightlife, and activities for all members of your family in the vicinity.
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the balcony has a great view and it's in a great location relative to the pool and restaurantsthe pools and beach club are wonderful and perfect for the kidsthe wifi was fast and easy to connect to which made my son very happyskip and kathy thought of everything comfy beds beautiful view quiet neighborsviews from the pool were breathtaking especially watching the sunsetCleanliness:
clean and comfortablevery clean and well equippedthe condo was very clean quiet and comfortablelove the condo bed was super comfy and bathroom was sparkly clean with plenty of soft towelsit was really clean and in a nice quiet areaHost:
they were very nice and helpfulthey are truly awesome hosts and easy to work with & very fast responsesthe host were very nice definitely would recommend this placehost respond very quickly very helpfulcathy was helpful and gave us driving directions and some going out suggestionsRead more reviewsLocation:
great location and valuegreat location to the pool and so close to towngreat location for skiing and snowboardinggreat location for skiing and snowboardingnice room in great location
4. Bellaire lake house and private beach (from USD 563)
Relax in this beautiful house in Bellaire and admire the beautiful Lake Bellaire on your own private beach. The house features an expansive lake frontage comprising a private beach and a 125-foot (38-meter) long dock has room to anchor two large boats around the platform while seating at the end to admire the sunset. The home is a warm and cosy place to be in with the great room featuring a double height ceiling and wood burning fireplace. The four bedrooms in the house are well furnished and offer seven beds between them to accommodate eight guests with ease in this huge property. However, there is an added advantage of extra air mattresses and couches that can additionally accommodate eight more guests if needed. Eat outside on the large deck or inside at the large dining table. This home is perfect for family and friends to get away and enjoy a relaxing time with loads of activities and entertainment in hand.
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the deck was well furnished with comfortable chairs and a nice grill to cook onCleanliness:
the house was clean and homey with many personal touchesHost:
she definitely is a great hostshe was always very responsivegreat place with amazing host very quick in responseheather is a great hostheather our host was great to work with and took care of all our needsRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is idealbeautiful lake front location close to townwalking distance to downtown bellaire which was nice (30 minute walk)great location; great house for hosting a group; great up north experienceit is quiet and peaceful and close to things to do around bellaire and torch
5. Cosy studio in a resort
Consider staying in this charming studio condominium in Bellaire located in the Shanty Creek Resorts. You will love this studio apartment for its proximity to skiing, golfing, hiking, lakes, restaurants, and brewery. This place features a comfortable queen size bed along with a sofa bed that can accommodate two more people. The living room also opens into a balcony that offers some serious views of the neighbourhood. A great place to stay if you’re tightening your purse strings but want to be close to the ski resort where you are also close to amenities.
Bellaire, Michigan, United States
15.08 km (9.4 mi) from Torch Lake SandbarSuperhost
Accommodates: 4
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the pools were amazingcozy space with great view and windowsgreat cozy condo with an awesome winter wonderland viewpool and beach club access were fantastic and much appreciated living space was cozy and comfortable- we couldn't see the water from the room like i had thoughtCleanliness:
condo was clean and cozycomfortable clean and affordable spacethe place was clean and very comfortablevery cozy and small but nice and cleansuper clean cozy and a beautiful viewHost:
kameron was a great host :)kameron was a great hosthost was friendly helpful and accommodatingcozy apartment and great hostskameron was helpful and quick to respondRead more reviewsLocation:
cute studio with a great locationgreat location for exploring surrounding areasgreat location and great valuegood location and very good pricecozy room with great location
6. Condominium at Shanty Creek Resort (from USD 89)
Stay in this beautiful studio in Shanty Creek Resort where you are surrounded by all the best places that Bellaire and the ski resort have to offer. This studio apartment features a double bed, a queen bed, and a bunk bed to accommodate five guests with ease. The kitchenette features a refrigerator, a microwave, a coffee maker, and one can also use the grill outside if you are in the mood for some barbecuing. You can easily walk to the Summit Slopes from here or ride the shuttle to Schuss and Cedar River, home to downhill skiing and cross-country trails in Bellaire.
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could use a good remodel didn't use the tv wifi worked (open networkseveral golf courses on site and nice pools and fitness facilitywe loved the cottage room and access to amenities of the surrounding resort and areaefficient reasonable cost for room and access to amenitiesthe room and resort were pretty basic and a little dingy and outdatedCleanliness:
the place was very clean and comfortableplace was clean and awesome would stay here againbeds bath and kitchen were clean and tidythe space was clean and had everything we neededthe condo is clean and a terrific valueHost:
the hosts were very nice and responsivehosts are very willing to help with any questions—very welcomingvery friendly staff all around the propertyhost made it very easy to find and provided great info on local attractions in the roomamazing hospitality jadey was extremely helpful and super quick to respondRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is fabulousgreat location simple and affordablecute little place located not far from shorts brewinggreat place and close to the hillcomplimentary bus shuttle to downtown area and shorts brewery
7. Guestroom in Summit Village (from USD 87)
Stay in the guestroom of Legend Cottage Inn located at Summit Village in Shanty Creek Resort. The guestroom features two queen beds to accommodate four guests with ease. The bathroom is a decent size and not as crammed up like those in some hotels. Set in a scenic surrounding Legend Cottage Inn offers a pleasant stay with plenty of outdoor space for the guests to take advantage of. The daily housekeeping offered by the inn is also a boon for many guests. Guests can enjoy the countless amenities nearby like boutiques and shops. One is also spoilt for choice when it comes to selecting from a host of restaurants like Lakeview Restaurant, The Shanty Bar and Sarducci’s Creekside Italian Restaurant.
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the tv in our room was much newer than the one pictured so that was a nice bonusCleanliness:
spacious and very clean roomeverything was clean and well-kept thoughthe room was clean and warmthe room was a bit dated but perfectly adequate and very cleanit was clean the beds are more comfortable than they lookHost:
the check in process was seamless and the desk attendant was friendlythanks for being a great hosthost was very friendly and easy to communicate withpersonally i wish the host would have handled this matterdirections to the keys after hours was very elaborate (kind of a fun scavenger hunt)Read more reviewsLocation:
great location with spacious roomvery close and beautiful scenic areagreat location near lakeview hotel and not far from schuss mountain and bellaireaffordable and felt pretty secluded while still close being to townvery nice place close to shorts (why we booked)
8. The River House
Stay in this sprawling home facing the Intermediate River. Surrounded by soaring pines, swamps and a large yard, this place seems almost surreal. This amazing Airbnb home features three bedrooms each featuring a queen bed and the living room featuring sofas that can be converted into beds. Such amenities make it possible for thirteen guests to sleep in comfortably. Furthermore, all the rooms in this house open outside to the yard and make this place a treat to live in. Go up to the second story deck via the brick walkway which also leads you to the river, where you can rent a canoe and explore the surrounding area. Get the gang together and chill out in the Great Room that features a double height wood burning fireplace while the cathedral ceiling with windows from floor to ceiling provides a view of the river from this living, dining, kitchen space and an open loft above. This is an ideal vacation place to bring the entire family together on a trip.
Bellaire, Michigan, United States
15.64 km (9.8 mi) from Torch Lake SandbarTop guest reviews
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beds/bedding are top quality - very good sleeproom (where we watched the michigan game) and a nice kitchenCleanliness:
well kept and very clean and comfortableclean fantastic location and great communication by hostssolid spot and very cleanwell apionted kitchen very clean home jacuzzi and backyardthe house is exactly how it is pictured in the listing and was very cleanHost:
diana is very helpful and is always a phone call awaygreat hosts that are always easy to communicate withdiana was a great host she was accessible and helpful in our planning of our weekend getawaydiana was a very gracious host the river house is perfectly lovelybeautiful property owners were fantasticRead more reviewsLocation:
beautiful home ideally located on the river and walking distance to townand what a perfect locationamazing house with a wonderful locationgreat location with many activities aroundgreat location it’s a short walk downtown to shorts brewery & other restaurants
9. Pretty Bellaire house near nature
Consider staying in this beautiful and cosy house that features two bedrooms and a bath. Guests love the bedroom that features a comfortable bed and the well-equipped kitchen that offers a lot of options to cook indoors. Explore the wide range of places while staying in this wonderfully located house in Bellaire. Visit the crystal-clear waters of the nearby lakes and streams and explore the wildlife in the parks. The house has a sense of balance and vibrancy that you will experience when you enter this place through colourful walls that evoke your moods. Visit the Starlight Lounge/Moka or Shorts Brewing Company nearby for some amazing coffee and meals in town. Shed those calories by taking an enjoyable walk along the river or through the neighbourhood while making your way back.
16.49 km (10.3 mi) from Torch Lake Sandbar
10. Sassafras Lodge
Stay in this historic refurbished home amidst beautifully landscaped surroundings. Nestled in the scenic town of Bellaire, this place is perfect for eight guests to have a wonderful vacation and be close to the town’s many attractions. You will enjoy the nearby groomed trails and the walks around the lakes. This fine Airbnb property features an en-suite master bedroom downstairs that features a queen bed. The remaining two bedrooms are upstairs, one with a queen bed and the other, a twin bunk bed. Cook your meals from the newly remodelled kitchen that is stocked with staples for your convenience. You will love this place for its location that is close to shopping and dining establishments nearby that you can cover by foot.
16.43 km (10.3 mi) from Torch Lake Sandbar
Bellaire's fresh air paradise
With so many outdoor activities available all year round, Bellaire is arguably one of the best places to retreat to after a hectic year in the urban jungle. Step away from the rat race for a while and reconnect with nature, an experience that will be amplified with a stay at one of these Airbnb rentals. Pick one and plan your great escape!
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