SLEEPING BEAR RESORT A Lakefront Getaway in Northern Michigan

Discover the tranquility of Sleeping Bear Resort, nestled in the charming town of Lake Ann, Michigan. This serene lakefront retreat on Herendeen Lake is managed by Steve and Leah Bechtol, who have cherished their vacations in the Sleeping Bear Dunes region for years.

Our resort boasts six comfortable cabins equipped with all the modern conveniences you desire, alongside a spacious five-bedroom Hand Hewn Log Home and a luxurious six-bedroom Remodeled Farm Home. Each accommodation offers breathtaking views of the lake, allowing you to fully immerse in the scenic beauty of Northern Michigan.

Sleeping Bear Resort serves as an ideal base for exploring nearby attractions such as the majestic Sleeping Bear Dunes, the vibrant city of Traverse City, and the picturesque Leelanau Peninsula. Whether you’re hiking through the dunes or enjoying winter sports at Crystal Mountain, our resort is where unforgettable memories are made.

We eagerly anticipate welcoming you to create your own cherished moments at our lakeside haven in Northern Michigan.

Private Resort Beach Access
You’ll be hard-pressed to find a better beach to relax without a crowd than at Sleeping Bear Resort. We have a private beach available to our guests with lakefront views, beach chairs, and loungers. We recommend bringing extra chairs, beach towels, life jackets, and beach toys to fully enjoy a day at our private beach!
Fishing Boats
We provide three fishing boats for our guests to use during their stay so they can spend a day out on Herendeene Lake. Our lake has several different species of fish like bass, blue gill, perch, pike, and other types of pan fish. We do prefer you catch and release since we don’t have a good spot to clean fish.
Lake Viewing Platforms
The main beach staircase features three separate viewing platforms with breathtaking lake views. We also have a cozy swinging porch swing that overlooks the lake, and each cabin has 2 Adirondack chairs.
The Lodge also has a fantastic covered porch with a lake view, and private staircase leading to the beach. The Bear’s Den has its own private Adirondack chairs, private patio overlooking the lake, and a two person swing.
The staircase leading down to our new fishing dock, with beautiful viewing platforms is located at the edge of the backyard behind the Bears Den. The staircase and fishing dock are available for everyone at the resort to use.