Location: Glen Arbor, Northwest, Michigan, USA (30 Minutes West of Traverse City, Mi)
Accommodations: Chalet / Cottage, 3 Bedrooms, 2 Baths (Sleeps 6-7)
Nestled in the heart of Sleeping Bear National Lakeshore, one mile south of Sleeping Bear Dunes, a comfy three bedroom, two bath chalet awaits your first visit, one that will begin a summer tradition for years to come as it already has for many. Picture yourself awakening to the sounds of nature, the sun gently being nudged up over Alligator Hill as you brew your first pot of coffee or tea in the morning, taking that first cup outside on the deck or the dock or to the Adirondack chairs lakeside. You breathe in the fresh northern Michigan air and listen to the early morning silence...maybe even deciding to take the 14 foot aluminum boat out, trying your hand at the great fishing in the Glen Lakes. Later in the morning, the hammock beckons and you grab a good book or magazine and climb in, a gentle breeze blowing over your body, lulling you into a little cat nap between chapters or pages. You notice the fire pit by the Adirondack chairs and mentally plan to have a bonfire that night (plenty of wood in the shed). S'more ingredients are added to the grocery list. Wondering how the water is, you climb down the 3 wide, gentle steps at the end of the dock and find that the sand you see through the crystal clear water is hard packed and that the lake is shallow a long way out - ideal for small children. There is an auger in the shed that can be used to tie up a boat if you brought one (public landing on the other side of the lake, a marina less than .5 mile from the landing at the narrows where Little and Big Glen lakes come together).
Inside the chalet you will have found two bedrooms and a full bath (tub) up. The rooms have twin beds and those twin beds can be pushed together to form a king if need be. There is a Pack and Play and an older porta-crib with a new mattress. Both use knitted Pack and Play sheets. Downstairs, across the front of the cottage (lakeside) is the living dining area, furnished "early cottage". There is a wood stove for those days when you might need to take the chill out (supply of wood in the shed). The kitchen (fully equipped, though not everything matches), a bath (shower) and bedroom (2 twin beds) are across the back of the cottage. There are decks off the two upstairs bedrooms and downstairs, both front and back.
A 14 foot aluminum fishing boat, a Weber charcoal grill, and various lawn chairs are available for your use. There is a portable CD player, a radio and several books for all ages (Sorry - no TV per request of long time renters), games and puzzles. You are close to hiking trails, the Sleeping Bear Dune Climb, shopping in Empire, Glen Arbor (both just minutes away) and only 30 minutes from Traverse City. Check the Chamber of Commerce for other area happenings or to have a brochure sent.
Linens for this chalet/cottage experience, are to be provided by you, the renter. You will need linens for bed, bath, kitchen and beach. There is no washer or dryer.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Wood Stove
- Beds
- King Bed
- Twin/Single Bed
- Crib
- Entertainment
- CD Player
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Microwave
- Outdoor Features
- Charcoal BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio
- Balcony
- View/Location
- Lakefront
- Communications
- Telephone
- Other Amenities
- Twin beds in two upstairs bedrooms can be pushed together to form a king bed using king sized sheets. 14 ft. aluminum fishing boat available. Marina on lake. Surrounded by Sleeping Bear National Park (Scenic Drive, Dune Climb, Lake Michigan access), Close to Empire, Glen Arbor, Leland, Traverse City, Suttons Bay and many Michigan wineries and art galleries. Shallow sandy bottom lake.
- Suitability
- Kid Friendly
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Waterskiing
- Jet Skiing
- Swimming
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Hunting
- Antiquing
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Live Theatre
- Museums
- Miniature golf
- Horseback Riding
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Summer rentals are weekly from 4:00 PM on Saturday to 10:00AM the following
Saturday. Spring and fall rentals require a two night minimum stay.
Summer rates .. JUN 21-Labor Day .. $2300/week
Spring and fall rentals .. $1500/week .. $250/night .. + cleaning fee of $130.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Property Photos
- View From Lake - Glen Arbor, Michigan Vacation Chalet
- Sunny Waterfront - Glen Arbor, Michigan Vacation Chalet
- Lakeside Upper Bedroom - Glen Arbor, Michigan Vacation Chalet
- Backside Upper Bedroom
- Living Room
Vacation Rentals by Owner Listing #191196
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