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Lake Michigan views! Complimentary housekeeping with monthly stays Mar-Apr.

Lakefront vacation home with kitchen and patio

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Exterior
Property grounds
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Outdoor dining
Right across the road from Lake Michigan, Smiling Bear Cabin offers a serene retreat. Savor lake views from much of the yard and nearly every room, then enjoy outdoor fun with Swings, Volleyball, Croquet games on the lawn or gather around a cozy Fire-Pit. Inside find an ideal open-concept kitchen perfect for family cooking and entertaining.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 141704 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space

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About this property

Entire place

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

Lake Michigan views! Complimentary housekeeping with monthly stays Mar-Apr.

Being by the lake produces a feeling of relaxation and you can sense it pretty easily in this easy going place called Two Rivers, and especially right here at the Smiling Bear Cabin. There are many nearby hiking and XCSki/Showshoeing trails including ice age trail segments, and wonderful beach and picnicking spots. Staying at the Smiling Bear puts you at the heart of everything available in the area and gives you a nice place to call home and make great family memories.

Our place sits on 1/3 acre, across the road from Lake Michigan and the Mariner's Trail, which runs along the coastline. The way our home is angled, you can see the lake from much of the yard and just about every room of the house. We have Swings, Volleyball, Croquet, Badminton, & Sidewalk Chalk! We have a Fire-Pit and a Wood Shed [which may or may not have firewood at any given time]. To round out the outdoor fun, we have a huge Wrap Around Deck w/Gas Grill [Propane Provided], Picnic Table, Patio Table w/Umbrella, and extra chairs.

Inside home layout is ideal w/Open Concept KT/Dining/LR so everyone can enjoy one anothers company during family cooking and cleanup time in our well stocked kitchen. Access Deck from Patio Doors or back kitchen door making a convenient round robin layout perfect for entertaining. Main floor laundry for guest use.
Our fully equipped KT includes Gas Stove, Refrigerator w/Water & Ice Dispenser, Dishwasher, Microwave, Wine Cooler, Coffeemaker, Crockpots, blender, beaters, pots & pans, utensils, glassware, bakeware et al. We have some specialties like a melon baller, garlic press, lemon zester, etc to add pizazz to your cooking experience.

Secured High Speed WiFi, and Dish TV including A&E and Discovery Channel [w/upgrade for sports channels available upon request]. We have books, games, and binoculars! Enjoy watching the SS Badger Carferry or other boats coast along the horizon. Play board games at the large dining table. Wonderful place for family together time.
For Sleeping Arrangements, there is a Main Floor Bedroom w/King Size Bed, and 3 more Bedrooms Upstairs. 2 of the upper Bedrooms have 1 Queen Size Bed per room. The 3rd upstairs BR has 2 Double Beds. There is a Hotel Grade Sofa Sleeper in LR.
There is a full bath on both Floors. Main Floor Bath has a Shower Stall. Upstairs Bath has a Shower over Tub.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: Outdoor Smoking Only

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Water park
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Spelunking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,704 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Rules

PLEASE comply with the recycling system we have in place. When you throw something "away" it still has to go somewhere. Garbage is a global problem.

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Games/Toys/Books/Outdoor Swings/Sidewalk Chalk

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
Residential Zoning Rules. Family Events/Parties OK

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Outdoor Smoking Only

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 20
Note from host: Residential Zoning Rules. Family Events/Parties OK
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

XC Ski Mega Views Lake Michigan. 3 mi Neshotah Beach Bike Trail

About the neighborhood

Map
Two Rivers, WI

What's nearby

  • Mariners Trail & Rawley Point Bike Trails - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • West of the Lake Gardens - 3 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • Woodland Dunes Nature Center and Preserve - 4 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • S.S. Badger Lake Michigan Carferry - 7 min drive - 5.4 miles
  • Wisconsin Maritime Museum - 7 min drive - 5.4 miles

Getting around

  • Green Bay Austin Straubel Intl. Airport (GRB) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Cool City Brewing Company - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Waverly Inn Pub & Pizzeria - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Fatzo's Sub & Pizza Shop - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lake Michigan views! Complimentary housekeeping with monthly stays Mar-Apr. pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Lake Michigan views! Complimentary housekeeping with monthly stays Mar-Apr. ?

As of Nov 9, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lake Michigan views! Complimentary housekeeping with monthly stays Mar-Apr. on Nov 11, 2025 start from $216.0, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Lake Michigan views! Complimentary housekeeping with monthly stays Mar-Apr. ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lake Michigan views! Complimentary housekeeping with monthly stays Mar-Apr. ?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Lake Michigan views! Complimentary housekeeping with monthly stays Mar-Apr. located?

This family-friendly Two Rivers vacation home is located on the waterfront, within 1 mi (2 km) of Mariners Trail & Rawley Point Bike Trails and Lake Michigan. West of the Lake Gardens and Lincoln Park Zoo are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Reviews

Lake Michigan views! Complimentary housekeeping with monthly stays Mar-Apr. Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.6

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 130 out of 154 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 23 out of 154 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 154 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 154 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 154 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sara B.

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

Matriarch with her sister and daughters

A quick one night stay to celebrate my Mom. It was perfect!! Working to make our way back with big family for the holidays!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marta K., Schaumburg IL

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

Two Rivers Girls Trip

Great location, amazing Lake Michigan view and Bike trail. House had everything what you need during your stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Gregory R.

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

Pleasant time in Two Rivers

Very comfortable with plenty of room. Our host was very pleasant and helpful.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kelli H.

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

Vacation family

Great location. Close to beach and bike trail. Thx for everything Rosalee!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

HWolsdorf

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

Great house by the beach!

This house has everything you need for a great beach vacation! House is stocked with yard and beach items and the owner has thought of everything you need if you forget anything! Great experience would come again!! Located by so many opportunities!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Phillip J.

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

Perfect location

The house was very clean. It had a great dining room area where everyone can sit. The location was awesome. We all felt very safe. The checkin procedure was very simple. We enjoyed our stay and will definitely be back. Thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dan S.

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

Great Base for Packers Game

The home worked out great for our family to enjoy the TNF Packers game (except for the game result). Only 45 minutes from GB and we were able to go back the next day to enjoy the HOF. We would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katrina H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was very welcoming with a well appointed kitchen, 4 spacious bedrooms, a lovely deck with great seating and a grill, indoor and outdoor toys and games, fire pit, and full size laundry. We played games around the dining room table and relaxed in the yard when we weren’t out and about. Best of all, we had a lake view (across the street) and a cool breeze. We had a wonderful family vacation, with fishing in Two Rivers and at Silver Lake, walking on Mariner’s Trail, swimming at Fischer Creek and finding sea glass, exploring Door County, trying Von Stiehl cherry cider, eating treats at Screamin’ Conuts, family pictures at Lighthouse Inn with Mariah as photographer, walking through the beautiful flowers at West of the Lake Gardens, and fun in Green Bay at Bay Beach. Highly recommend this property for a Door County adjacent vacation on Lake Michigan!!
Enjoying the weather and the view on the deck
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristin b.

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

Family packer game.

4 family's totaling 12 stayed very easy in this house. We got up walked across the street to see the sunrise. One of the best though out rentals we've stayed at. We utilized the firepit outside as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Linda K.

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

Spacious Warmth

This rental gave us a home away from home with a gorgeous view of the lake from several of the rooms. It had everything we needed and more.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terry-Lynn W.

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

Family Vacation

It had everything we needed for the 13 of us. Beautiful views of Lake Michigan. Great sitting out on deck in the mornings and looking at the lake! Rosalee was wonderful to work with! Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 11 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelley N.

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

Girlfriend Getaway

Very clean and beautiful deck with views of Lake Michigan.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly K.

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

Great week stay

This home is warm and cozy and perfect for a family. Right across the street from mariner's trail. Has everything needed to be comfortable. I also worked fromThe house and the WiFi worked great.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

pamela t.

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

Family trip

We came to pay final respects to our families matriarch, explored Sturgeon Bay and attended the Packer game. Your home was centrally located and had plenty to keep a family busy when we had down time. We especially liked the volleyball net
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacy O.

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

A great getaway

We had such an amazing time staying here and Rosalee was so accommodating throughout our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dawn S.

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

Nicely appointed and equipped house

Our family enjoyed our stay in this vacation home. It is nicely decorated and the kitchen is well stocked. The outdoor area is ample and pleasant. The owner was attentive to our questions and needs. Since we had young children in our group, we found the visits to the zoo, mini-golf and the beach which are all close by, added to our fun.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Belinda H.

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

Vacation Two Rivers

We have stayed at this property every summer for a week for about ten years now. We love that it's big enough for all 14 of us. The backyard grill area and deck are used constantly. The women and kids love Neshotah beach and the guys are fishing on lake Michigan. Also Property manager Rosalie is great to work with. Always gets everything taken care of swiftly. Going back next summer.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly H.

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

Lake Michigan Stay

Nice house, bed’s were comfortable, short distance from Two Rivers and Manitowoc. Enjoyed our visit
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Camerron W.

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

Ladies Book Club Getaway

We were a group of seven women who are in a book club together and for this month's meeting we decided to have a girls weekend on Lake Michigan! The cabin was easy to find, access and we all had our own space. Towels were fluffy and there were plenty of supplies for what we needed. Kitchen was clean and we utilized the oven and coffee maker for breakfast and the table was perfect for our group to play games and eat. We did use Outburst from the shelf and had a blast. We also played the headline game and had fun as well; thank you for having extra games! Water was hot for all of our showers and the water pressure was great. We were right off of Lake Michigan and the views were wonderful. We went into both Two Rivers and Manitowoc and enjoyed the restaurants, beaches, bookshops and other local businesses. Would recommend and would visit again!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary K.

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

Christmas minication

We enjoyed our stay. The home was close to everything we needed. Thank you:)
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Penney F.

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

Great place

Great place for the 4 of us to just get out of town for the weekend. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jane O., Peoria, Illinois

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

Just what we were looking for!

Great location with lake views and close to walking/bike path. We enjoyed our relaxing stay spending every day by the lake and exploring many good nearby restaurants. Although the house was too big for the two of us it was cozy, relaxing and clean. Thanks to our host and hope to return soon!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Belinda H., Stockbridge

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

Two Rivers

We have rented this house every summer for about 10 years now. The guys love salmon and trout fishing on Lake Michigan and the girls love Neshotah Beach. Great place to spend time with family and friends around the campfire. The host is great and is very quick to respond to any problem at all. Will definitely book next year!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sherri M.

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

Father / daughter weekend

My sisters and I took our father for a weekend to visit our cousins in Manitowoc. This house was wonderful and I would love to bring my kids and grandchildren back in the summer!!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

MJ T.

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

Just Perfect

Exactly what we needed! Home was clean, beds comfy! Close to restaurants and lots of thrift and antique shopping in both Two Rivers and Manitowoc. Well appointed, had everything we needed and more! it was amazing to watch the moon come up over the water both nights, hope to come back in the summer to actually go to the beach!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023