At Timber Ridge, experience the perfect blend of relaxation and adventure. Enjoy year-round pool access, summer beach club privileges, and unwind in a fully equipped condo with a full kitchen, TVs in each bedroom, laundry facilities and 3 bathrooms.
Reviews
9.49.4 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire condo
2 bedrooms3 bathrooms121 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air-conditioning
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About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire condo to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Timber Ridge Retreat
Timber Ridge Retreat is the perfect family escape nestled within Shanty Creek Resort—close to everything Northern Michigan has to offer. Whether you're here to ski Schuss Mountain, golf scenic fairways, or relax on Torch Lake, this 2-bedroom, 3-bath condo is designed for comfort, convenience, and connection.
The spacious layout includes a full kitchen, in-unit laundry, and TVs in each bedroom, making it ideal for families or friends traveling together. Enjoy your morning coffee on the peaceful balcony—private yet overlooking the lush greens of the golf course. Guests rave about the condo’s spotless cleanliness, comfortable beds, and thoughtful touches that make it feel like a true home away from home.
You’ll have access to resort pools year-round and a private beach club in summer, where you can swim, paddleboard, or simply relax by the water. When you’re ready to explore, downtown Bellaire’s restaurants and shops are just minutes away, and Traverse City or Petoskey are easy day trips.
Timber Ridge Retreat offers the perfect balance—quiet and relaxing, yet close to all the action. With its welcoming atmosphere, beautiful views, and responsive hosts, it’s no wonder families say their kids didn’t want to leave. Come experience your own Northern Michigan adventure—comfort, charm, and convenience await at Timber Ridge Retreat.
Guests have pool access all year round and Beach Club access during the summer
All guests must be 25 or older, unless families with small children. A refundable $500 security deposit is required and will be refunded after departure, if there are no issues.
Property amenities
Pool/Spa
Communal pool
Hot tub
Internet
Available in the condo: WiFi
Parking and transport
Car recommended
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
3 bathrooms
Hair dryer
Shower
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Fireplace
Living room
Entertainment
TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Things to do
Golf
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Rules
All renters must be at least 25 years of age, except families with small children.
A Security Deposit hold is required prior to arrival and will automatically be released 14 days after check out unless there are damages or other issu
All guests must sign a rental agreement for every reservation.
Pets
Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Note from host: must get prior approval
pet fee is $20 per night
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
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
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
We should mention
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
About the area
Bellaire is home to this condo. Elk Rapids District Library and Historic Elk Rapids Town Hall are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Torch Lake and Glacial Hills Pathway and Natural Area Trailhead. Visit our Bellaire travel guide
Situated in Bellaire, this condo building is within 1 mile (2 km) of The Legend and The Chief Golf Course. Hawk's Eye Golf Course and Lake Bellaire are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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Timber Ridge Retreat Reviews
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Exceptional
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We were amazed at how spacious the rooms were. Everything was very clean, just the right amount of necessities provided and very clear instructions on how to get around and enjoy the property. Will definitely book again!!!
Property was minutes from several golf courses; close to several restaurants in Bellaire. We enjoyed Short’s Brewery for dinner. Other highlights were Mammoth Distillery;Torch Lake Cellars; Dockside on Torch Lake. The pass for the hotel pool - overlooking Lake Bellaire and the pass for the beach on Lake Bellaire were a plus.
Spacious condo with privacy for 2couples and 1 adult child, the 3full baths were a plus. Enjoyed a very relaxing afternoon at the Beach Club on Bellaire lake before the wedding and exploring Fishermen’s Island beach 30 miles north the next day. Maps of the resort are very poor quality; impossible to read.
Timber Ridge Retreat was an incredible place to recharge and enjoy the surrounding color of the area! Shanty Creek/Schuss and Upnorth were in full color! The real wood fireplace was the perfect touch to enjoy the evening and the condo had everything we needed. There was a firepit behind the main hotel at Shanty for anyone to use ... and we did!! We even saw the comet after sunset Friday evening under a crisp, fall, star-filled evening! Stellar weekend getaway! The condo had everything we needed...
The beds were very comfy. Overall, the place was clean when we arrived. The carpet however appeared very dirty, maybe that as from a winter of rentals, but it had spots and we were glad we had slippers to wear. Wish there were hooks inside the door and bedrooms for hanging jackets, etc. Also, the rug inside the door appeared dirty still- like it needed to be shook or vacuumed. A longer rug on the floor would be helpful with shoes, boots, ski boots, etc. The place is set up very nicely and had many pots and pans and dishes available for our own cooking. We would stay here again. Thank you!
We were shocked at how much space there is in this unit. It had a lovely view of the woods, a well stocked kitchen, and plenty of space for our family. We utilized the pools and hot tub and really enjoyed our stay. This was alot of great space for the price. Highly recommend!
Maryann R.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified
6/10 Okay
Joe P.
18 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Disliked: Communication
We stayed Aug 15-18. The condo was fine, as expected, and appointed with furnishings for a comfortable stay. Property manager was flexible allowing us to check in a couple hours earlier than posted. Upon checking in, we noticed the private beach pass available with the stay was missing. We immediately contacted the Property Manager to report and was informed we would have it for the weekend. The pass was never received, which was disappointing considering the weather was beautiful all weekend except for Saturday evening rains. A higher rating would have been given as excellent if we could have used the advertised amenities. The property manager did reach out Monday morning and apologized.
Tressia was a super responsive host, no matter the hour. Very awesome. The place itself is very spacious. I thought it was clean overall, other than a couple of stains on the carpet as another reviewer had noted, but the bathrooms were clean etc. Nice amenities, cute resort area with restaurants within a two minute walk. This is a lower unit, which I didn't realize until after booking, so if you have problems with stairs, this is probably not the place for you. If stairs are no issue, then by all means, book it. It's not that many stairs, but still .. I think that for the amount of space you get and for the amenities provided, this is an excellent value. We almost always VRBO when we travel, and I can say that this is one of the more spacious and convenient (in terms of bathrooms, laundry, available sleeping arrangements) places that we've stayed, especially for the price. I would book again.