Gorgeous New A-Frame w/ Sauna & Gameroom - Minutes to Pools, Golf and Skiing

🌲 A-Frame of Mind | New Luxury A-Frame | Games • Sauna • Ski • Golf | Pet-Friendly

Welcome to A-Frame of Mind—a beautiful, brand-new, one-of-a-kind A-frame inspired by the classic Kingdom of Schuss lodges. Perfectly located in the Shanty Creek / Schuss Mountain Resort area, this spacious home is just minutes from golf, skiing, pools, Bellaire, and Torch Lake.

Designed with families and groups in mind, this pet-friendly retreat offers something for everyone and is a vacation rental you’ll never forget.

Why Guests Love Staying Here

This is the kind of place where mornings are slow, days are full, and nights end around the fire.

• A true family-friendly cabin layout with room for everyone
• Separate hangout spaces (kids downstairs, adults upstairs, or a mix of the two…)
• A full game room + arcade and pool table area that keeps everyone entertained
• Private wooded setting—but close to everything
• Sauna, firepit, and deck for relaxing after a full day
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The Experience:

Spend the day skiing at Schuss Mountain, swimming in resort pools, or out on the water at Torch Lake…
Then come home to a warm, inviting space where you can:

• Cook together in a fully stocked kitchen
• Watch a movie by the fireplace
• Let the kids take over the game room
• Unwind in the sauna or around the firepit

It’s easy. Comfortable. And exactly what a Northern Michigan vacation should feel like.
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The Main Living Space (Where Everyone Comes Together):

Walk into soaring wood ceilings, natural light, and an open layout designed for gathering.

Kitchen + Dining
• Oversized quartz island (great for meals, coffee, or hanging out)
• Fully stocked kitchen + complimentary coffee & tea
• Additional bar sink, ample storage (cabinets & pantry)
• New refrigerator with ice maker, range, microwave, dishwasher
• Fully stocked with utensils, pots, pans, etc.
• Small appliances like a 4-slice toaster, blender, electric skillet and more
• Large table with seating for 8–10
• Overlooks the spacious deck and woods
Living Room
• Cozy leather couches and seating for everyone in the family
• 60” linear fireplace + large Smart TV
• Sliding doors to the private deck
• Comfort: Ceiling fans keep the space cool in summer and warm in winter

Also on this level:

The main bedroom with forest views features a queen bed, closet, dresser, and seating.

There’s a luxurious full bathroom with custom tiled walk-in shower (including under niche LED lighting) and floating vanity.

A laundry room with high-capacity washer/dryer is right next to the bathroom.
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The Lower Level = Ultimate Game Zone:

This is where kids disappear (in a good way) and memories get made. It’s a one-of-a-kind space with just about anything the crew could want 😊

• Retro arcade table top game with hundreds of classic games from back in “the day”
• Pool table, cornhole & giant Connect Four
• Smart TV + lounge seating
• Extra fridge for drinks/snacks
• Bonus: there’s a “Fort” under the stairs the kids can call a place of their own

Also on this level:

There are two roomy bedrooms here: One with a built-in twin/full beds + trundle, plus a dresser, Smart TV and seating.

The other bedroom has two sets of double bunks, a Smart TV and a dresser.
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The Loft Level (Quiet + Cozy):

On the loft level, there’s a private queen bedroom with seating, clothes storage and a TV. The stylish half bath is roomy, with a skylight for natural light.

If you MUST work while on vacation 😊 there’s an open loft workspace and lounge area overlooking the main floor – with a great view of the woods through the picture windows.
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Outdoor Space (What You Came Up North For):

Step outside and you’re surrounded by hardwood forest.
• Large elevated deck with seating, dining area, and gas grill
• Soft, ambient outdoor deck lighting
• A firepit area with picnic table for evenings under the stars
• And don’t forget to hit the Finnish-style barrel sauna (perfect after skiing or cool nights)
• You’ll have access to the pools and hot tub at Shanty Creek’s Lakeview Hotel – all included with your stay!
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Location — Close to Everything:

You’re right in the middle of the best of Bellaire / Shanty Creek:

In winter, it`s a 2-minute drive to Schuss Mountain skiing, snowboarding & tubing. Cross-country skiing & snowshoe trails are nearby.

In the milder weather, you`re only 15 minutes to Torch Lake beaches, and 5 minutes to 5 championship golf courses at Shanty Creek. There are hiking & biking trails all around.

And, you’re only a short drive to great restaurants, breweries & shops in downtown Bellaire and beyond.
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Good to Know

• Located on a hill—4WD recommended in winter
• There’s fast WiFi throughout the house
• Family-friendly + group-friendly layout
• Plenty of parking with circular driveway
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A Little Extra

After booking, you’ll get our personally-curated local guide with favorite restaurants, breweries, beaches, and hidden gems—so you can skip the guesswork and enjoy your trip.
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Final Thought

If you’re looking for a vacation rental in Bellaire & Shanty Creek that’s equal parts fun, relaxing, and easy for families…

This is it.

Come stay at A-Frame of Mind, slow things down, and make the kind of memories that bring you back year after year.
- NO SMOKING OR VAPING INDOORS
- Pets are not allowed on furniture or on beds
- Renters must be 25 years of age or older
- Noise (decibel) monitors on site - quiet hours are enforced

Gorgeous New A-Frame w/ Sauna & Gameroom - Minutes to Pools, Golf and Skiing offers its guests a water park, an indoor pool, and a sauna. Barbecue grills, an arcade/games room, and laundry facilities are also featured at the family-friendly Gorgeous New A-Frame w/ Sauna & Gameroom - Minutes to Pools, Golf and Skiing.

This Bellaire apartment is smoke free.