Sunset Shores Lake House: Stevenson Lake House | Hot Tub | Sleeps 13 | Lakefront

Sunset Shores Lake House

SLEEPS: 13

BEDROOMS: 4

BATHROOMS: 2.5

*Lakefront-on Stevenson Lake

*Swimming on property

*Camera on garage to driveway and a ring doorbell as well as the top of the house facing the lake.
*The 4 small cabins are also available if you would like to have separate spaces for your group! Please inquire for a discounted rates when renting the main house plus the 4 Guest cabins.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Air Conditioning: Central air

Bathrooms:
Bathroom #1- (Main floor) Two sinks, tub, and shower (shower chair available by request)
Bathroom #2- (Lower level)- Shower, toilet, sink
Bathroom #3- (Main floor) Toilet, sink

Beach/Swimming: This property is located on Stevenson Lake and there is a shared sandy beach.

Bedroom Configurations:
Master Bedroom- (Main floor) 1 Queen
Bedroom #2- (Main floor) 1 Queen and 1 Twin
Bedroom #3- (Main floor) 2 Twin bunk beds
Bedroom #4 (Lower level) 2 Twin bunk beds

Extra Sleeping: One additional twin rollaway bed on request.

Boats: Row boat, canoes, kayaks that are shared with the smaller cabins available Memorial Day through Labor Day.

Boat Launch: Stevenson Lake Boat Launch is 7 min(4 miles) away. Located directly across lake

Cable: There is not traditional cable. Both TV's are streaming only and will require you to have your own streaming account login information

Cell Phone Service: Most major carriers work well

Coffee Maker: Drip coffee maker. Coffee is provided.

Distances:
*Snow Snake Skiing: 23 minutes (17 Miles) Great for kids & beginner skiers!
*Soaring Eagle Casino 24 min. (18 miles)
*Traverse City: 1 hour and 51 min. (93 miles)
* Mackinac Bridge: 2 hours (152 miles)
* Sleeping Bear Dunes: 2 hours and 9 min (112 Miles)
* Detroit: 2 hours and 30 min (170 miles)

Dock: There is a dock-available Memorial Day through Labor Day, weather permitting

Drinking Water: Well Water

Drugs/Smoking/Fireworks: Freshwater does not permit illegal drugs of any kind on the property. Due to the location of the properties, smoking is strongly discouraged around the home and strictly prohibited in the home. Fireworks are prohibited at a Freshwater location for the safety of all persons in and around the property, even if it is legal in that city.

Fireplace: Gas fireplace on the first level. Basement fireplace is electric.

Fire-pit:
Gas fire table on the deck. Propane is provided.
Firepit also available(wood not provided)

Fishing: Smallmouth Bass, Largemouth Bass, Northern Pike

Fishing License: A license is required in order to fish in Michigan.

Fishing Poles: Not provided. Please bring your poles

Games: Basketball hoop, sand volleyball, horseshoe pits, other various yard games. Also, Sole access to basement with pool table and darts.

Golf: Firefly Golf Links 20 min (11 miles)

Grill: Yes! Gas grill. Propane is provided.

Grocery Store:
Meijer - 20 min(15 Miles)
Witbeck's Family Food 12 min(7.5 Miles)

Heat: Propane force air furnace

Hot tub: Under the deck lakeside

Internet: Yes. Fiber Optic just installed! Shared Network with other cabins

Linens: Yes, we provide your sheets and linens. Just like a hotel, the beds will be made for you upon arrival. We have just the basic sheets, pillows, pillowcases, and bath towels.

Parking: Please park in the spots in front of the garage. No one else should be parking in the driveway but you.

Pets: Freshwater Vacation Rentals currently charges $75/per pet for your entire stay. Yes, we do accept dogs, yet we do ask that you please clean up after them both inside and outside the cabin. Plus, if you allow them on the furniture, we do ask that you please bring your own linens/blankets for them to sleep on. Just let us know which bed you will be using with them, and we'll make sure it is ready for your sheets when you arrive. Plus, if the pet hair starts to build, we do ask that you please run the vacuum. Generally, dogs love the water and places to explore. Pet food does tend to attract mice, so vigilance is needed.

Privacy: This is a small cottage community with shared beachfront, each cottage has it's own deck, dock, row boat, This property has a Propane Fire Table, the firepits are for each small cottage.

Snowmobiles: a person (resident and nonresident) that operates a snowmobile in Michigan is required to purchase a snowmobile trail permit. The trail permit enables snowmobilers to ride state-designated trails and thousands more miles of public roads and on public lands (where authorized). It is valid for one year, which begins Oct. 1 and ends Sept. 30 of the following year. State-designated trails are open Dec. 1-March 31 and grooming occurs when there is enough snow on the ground.
- Clare County Snowmobile Trails – within 5-10 miles.
- Michigan Snowmobile Trail System – The Michigan trail network also runs through Clare County, offering a wider range of trails. Access is available within 5-15 miles
- The Pere Marquette Rail-Trail – About 10 miles from Clare
**Guests will need to trailer to trails**

Seniors: Seniors welcome! There are a few steps going into the house, and stairs going to the basement area.

Televisions: Two. One in living room. One downstairs. Both TV's are streaming only and will require you to have our own streaming account login information

Towels: All bath and kitchen towels will be provided during your stay. Please bring beach towels with you!

Washer and Dryer: Yes, the washer has a pre-filled reservoir for laundry detergent. You should not have to add any laundry detergent. If needed please do not add Tide due to an owner allergy.

Winter Activities:
* Snowmobiling – Access to the Clare County Snowmobile Trail System and the Michigan Snowmobile Trail System, both within 5-15 miles ~guests will need to trailer~
* Cross-Country Skiing – Nearby areas like Herrick Recreation Area (about 10 miles away)
* Ice Fishing – Bud Lake (about 5 miles away) and Lake Shamrock (around 8 miles) offer ice fishing opportunities.
* Downhill Skiing/Snowboarding – Snow Snake Ski & Golf (approximately 15 miles from Clare)
* Winter Hiking – Explore winter trails in Clare County Parks or Herrick Recreation Area for scenic winter walks.

Wood: Not provided. Fire table is propane!