Location: Glen Arbor, Northwest, Michigan, USA (On Sleeping Bear Bay, 28 mi from Traverse City, 1 mi from GA) View Map
Accommodations: Cottage, 3 Bedrooms + Convertible bed(s), 2 Baths (Sleeps 6)
Keywords: Beachfront Cottage on Lake Michigan
Hurry! Only 1 week left for Summer 2012!
BEACHSIDE Cottage is your vacation home - not a condo, not on a busy street, and no roads between the cottage and Lake Michigan! Located dead center on Sleeping Bear Bay beach, the cottage looks directly out at the two blue and white Manitou Islands. On the map, it is off of - not on - M-109, between Glen Arbor and Glen Haven in Leelanau County, Michigan. Approximately 35 miles from the Cherry Capital Airport, 5 miles from Camps Leelanau and Kohahna, and minutes from the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore.
4 1/2 hours from the Detroit area, and 6 hours from Chicago. Day Drives include Petoskey, Harbor Springs, and Mackinac Island are to the North. Beulah, Frankfort and Benzonia are to the South. More information on things to do and see in the area is available upon request.
This quaint cottage has two floors, with a 3/4 bath and two bedrooms above, having a full bed in one and a two twins in the other and a Stall shower. There are steep 10 inch stairs, 8 inch is standard. There is a rollaway on the screened-in, furnished front porch. Carpeted office and laundry room can house your port-o-crib for Baby or the porch bed.
Other features include walk half a mile down the wooded highway and treat yourself to an ice cream cone, as you watch the band on the outdoor deck at Boonedocks Restaurant. Rent a canoe for half a day and float down the Crystal River, just minutes from the cottage. Shop till you drop at the many gift shops and galleries in the area.
Climb the magnificent sand dunes at the hill climb, just 3 miles away. Take a sunset drive on the Park's scenic drive overlooking Lake Michigan from on high. Park yourself on the beach and watch the waves roll in. Build a sandcastle. Swim in the clear blue water. Evenings, put jigsaw puzzles together on the porch, or play board with your family at the kitchen table. Rent a movie in Glen Arbor and watch it at the cottage. Build a bonfire after dinner and roast marshmallows for s'mores as the sun sets.
Our renters are repeaters. That says it all.
ADDITIONAL RENTAL INFORMATION:
*Intergenerational sharing is welcome, however, multiple family sharing for the week is not.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning
- Linens Provided : Bring your own sheets and towels during the off/season
- Washer : Washer/Dryer not available during the off-season
- Dryer : Washer/Dryer not available during the off/season
- Off Street Parking : long gravel drive off a residential wooded road away from the main highway. Shared drive with next door neighbor
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer
- Gas Fireplace
- Beds
- Queen Bed
- Double Bed
- Twin/Single Bed (2)
- Convertible Bed : Queen sized hide-a-bed sleeper sofa in living room
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV
- DVD
- VCR
- Video Library
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Outdoor Features
- Charcoal BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio
- View/Location
- Beachfront : Right on the water - no road between, no stairs to the beach, except for one off the deck to the walk.
- Lakefront
- Ski-Out : X-Country skiing right out the door!
- Communications
- Telephone
- Broadband Internet
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Other Amenities
- Centered at the middle of the bay's beach, you look to the left and see the dunes. Turn right and see Pyramid Point, the tip of the eastern arm of the bay, home of Camp Leelanau for Boys and Camp Kohahna for Girls. The shoreline is 150 feet in front of the cottage, the blue and white, beautiful Manitou Islands are 8 and 10 miles straight out. The cottage sits on the tree-line, with full forest outside our back door, behind our grassy back yard and gardens. Gravel drive, shared with family neighbor, winds through the woods, with Screened-in front porch. Umbrella table on benched lakeside deck, picnic table in back yard, conversation seating area outside in back, wood deck walk to beach, mild short rise from walk to beach with no steps, flower gardens, knotty pine kitchen and living room, ceiling fans in all bedrooms and living room and dining area, caution, there is a steep stairway.
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed : Owner has pet allergies.
- Handicapped Accessible (may have limitations) : Small steps into the cottage door, manageable first floor for wheelchair, but no handicapped bath or toilet facilities
- Wheelchair Accessible (may have limitations) : Two very small steps into the cottage. One small step onto the lakeside deck, and another 1/2 step onto the walk to get down to the beach. Beach itself not wheelchair accessible.
- Kid Friendly
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Waterskiing
- Jet Skiing
- Swimming
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Cross Country Skiing
- Downhill/Alpine Skiing
- Snowboarding
- Snowmobiling
- Wildlife Viewing
- Fishing
- Hunting
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Racquetball
- Basketball Court
- Antiquing
- Miniature golf
- Shuffleboard
- Horseback Riding
- Sledding/Tubing
- Hiking
- Restaurants
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Museums
- Other Activities
- Sleeping Bear National Lakeshore is in our backyard, with scenic drives, dunes, lakes, and hiking trails. Next door lives a charter fisherman. Family board games and puzzles are stored inside cottage
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Jun 16-Sept 3 $3K/wk. Off-season (except Memorial Day weekend) 2000/wk.
May 26-Jun 15 $2500/Wk; Sept 4-15 2500/wk. $250 Refundable Damage/Ph Dep req.
50% Deposit with reservation, with 2 remaining payments of 25% before June.
Deposit refunded when long distance bill clears, damages will be deducted fairly.
Cancellations: Entire amount refundable when we replace your reservation with
a new one. An honest effort will be made to re-rent. Contract is nontransferrable.
Bugs (gnats) in June can be bad on beach. Limited Off-Season availability.
Off-season: $300/night plus $100 refundable damage deposit. Minimum 2 day stay.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Map & Owner's Profile
Local restaurant with outdoor entertainment on the patio every evening in the summer.
Property Photos
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- A Safe Haven - Glen Arbor Cottage Rental
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- Your Beach - Glen Arbor Cottage Rental
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- Back Terrace with view toward the lake - Glen Arbor Cottage Rental
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- Eating area. Additional leaf expands Grandma's 1940s breakfast room table
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- Full kitchen features Grandma's original 1956 stove & added dishwasher!
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- Gas fireplace insert provides warmth on cold winter days
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- Living Room couch, door to screened-in porch on Lake Side leads to deck
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- Lakeside Porch
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- Lakeside view.
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- Downstairs Bedroom with queen bed looks out on the lake.
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- Downstairs Bath
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- Upstairs bedroom has ceiling fan.
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- Upstairs bath
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- Small steps at entrance and long beach walk make Beachside handicap friendly.
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- Your walk to the Beach
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- Our garden terrace in back, the driveway just beyond.
Traveler Reviews (7)
Charming, Quiet, Beautiful ... Amazing!
Guest: glparker389
(Grass Lake)
Date of Stay: 08/20/11
Review Submitted: 10/20/11
My family spent a week at this wonderful cottage, which more than lives up to its billing! Amazing views of Lake Michigan, a great sandy beach for kids and adults, and all the amenities you could wish for. I'd stay here again in a second. My son keeps asking me, "When can we go back?" I've been coming up to the Leelanau Peninsula for more than 20 years, and this was the best trip yet. Highly recommended.
Recommended for:Sightseeing, families with young children, romantic getaway, families with teenagers.
Perfect Lake Michigan Cottage!
Guest: Grams
(Ann Arbor, Michigan)
Date of Stay: 08/06/11
Review Submitted: 08/16/11
Beachside cottage is exactly what a Lake Michigan cottage should be! It is very well-appointed (more kitchen gadgets than you'll need), with comfortable, clean, and cheerful furnishings. You can take the boardwalk to the Lake or sit inside or on the screened-in porch and watch the world--and the ships--go by. You will want to stay forever.
Owner response:JoEllen, Thank you for posting your very kind and lovely review. I'll be in touch soon re: the refund. Linda
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, girls getaway, sightseeing, families with young children, people with disabilities, romantic getaway, age 55+, families with teenagers.
We loved it!
Guest: SerVaas Family
(Indianapolis, IN)
Date of Stay: 07/09/11
Review Submitted: 07/21/11
What a wonderful home and peaceful place you have there. The location was perfect for us. I hope to be able to come back sometime for at least a week and hopefully more. We travel quite a bit and I'd have to say this is the best equipped home we've ever rented.
Recommended for:Sightseeing, families with young children, romantic getaway, age 55+, families with teenagers.
July 4th on the beach
Guest: Tom
(Louisville, KY)
Date of Stay: 07/02/11
Review Submitted: 07/12/11
Had a most enjoyable week at the Beachside Cottage. It is a charming place in a great location, on Lake Michigan and a short bike ride from Glen Arbor. We had wonderful weather all week which allowed us to eat outside at the picnic table and enjoy the firepit almost every night. The binder in the cottage with recommendations of the many things to see and do in the area was most helpful--swimming, kayaking, biking, golf etc. We were a group of 8 which is probably too many for this cottage but it worked out fine due to the great weather. This was our first time in Northern Michigan and we can't wait to come back. Highly recommended!
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, girls getaway, sightseeing, families with young children, romantic getaway, families with teenagers.
Perfectly Charming, Charming Perfect
Guest: Laurel
(Michigan)
Date of Stay: 08/13/10
Review Submitted: 01/25/11
We had the most wonderful stay. The beach, home and area in general were just everything one could hope for and more. This is truely the most beautiful area of the state. Glen Arbor is delightful as always. We will return every chance we can. Thank you.
Owner response:Thank you Laurel. I am so happy to have you again as an upcoming guest in 2011! My sister's family, who stay next door, especially enjoyed you!
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, girls getaway, sightseeing, families with young children, people with disabilities, romantic getaway, age 55+, families with teenagers, tourists without a car.
Fall weekend at the Lake
Guest: Peggy
(Benton Harbor, MI)
Date of Stay: 09/24/10
Review Submitted: 10/14/10
Despite the cold rainy Sat. (temps in the 50's and wind 20-30 mph) we had a delightful time with our friends. Enjoyed the Dunes and the shops, the maritime museum, and the good food in the restrurants.Loved the fireplace in the cottage, beds comfy, and all in all a very pleasant stay.
Owner response:Peggy, Although I can't guarantee the weather, I'm so glad you found the cottage perfect for your getaway in spite of it! Glen Arbor really is wonderful, and I'm sure you hit the Fall sales at their peak. Wine-tasting tours are fun for an adult group on weekends like yours, as you probably already knew. I'm so glad you enjoyed the cottage. Please come back soon.
Recommended for:Sightseeing, families with young children, romantic getaway, age 55+.
Beautiful Spot Right On The Ocean!
Guest: Laura
(St. Louis)
Date of Stay: 07/17/10
Review Submitted: 09/13/10
We spent a lovely week at this home with everything we needed. Lake Michigan is right outside your front door. Many nights were spent on the beach roasting smores by the fire. Just beautiful. Lots of well appointed bedrooms with plenty of room for my kids, parents, and sister in law. Short bike ride into town. Cannot recommend highly enough!
Owner response:Although it's the "lake," it's amazing how many people call our view of water "the ocean." Looking out at the blue and white Manitou Islands, 8 and 10 miles out, really adds to that view, i think. And the fact that we're in the middle of the bay, with the dunes on the west arm and Pyramid Point on the east arm, really makes the view spectacular. So glad you had a good time here!
Recommended for:Girls getaway, families with young children, age 55+, families with teenagers.
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