Panoramic Lake Views from Living Area, Screen Porch & Deck, Hammock
Location: Glen Arbor, Northwest, Michigan, USA (Adjacent to the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore)
Accommodations: Cottage Home, 4 Bedrooms, 1 Bath (Sleeps 8)
* * Season begins May 2010 * *
Water and Views! Our lakeside summer cottage sits on the south shore of Big Glen Lake. A comfortable family retreat with views over turquoise water, a private dock and raft for your water-based activities The 1938 "Modern" cabin was designed by Harry Weese, while in architecture school, for his parents. The recent restoration is in keeping with its historic character. Down a private drive, a short distance from the Narrows Bridge, it is Ideally located adjacent to the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore.
Relax, enjoy your vacation at our, bright comfortable home. The large living area with fireplace has a dining table for eight and a selection of comfortable seating. The adjacent screen porch is filled with teak furniture and a table for snacking, dinner or games. Step out to the ample deck with lounge chairs. All areas overlook the crystal clear, spring fed lake.
Four cozy bedrooms will accommodate six to eight. Two rooms are waterside, one with a queen bed and the other with a double. Two rooms face the birch and pines, one with a double and the other with bunks. The kitchen is well suited for those who like to cook, contains modern amenities and easily partakes of the activity. A grill is handy just a step outdoors.
Visit the National Park Headquarters in nearby Empire for an orientation. Walks in natural areas abound. Choose Alligator Hill in the shade of the trees with glorious views over the lakes. Hike Pyramid Point to arrive at a vista over Lake Michigan to the Manitou Islands. Trek the dunes or marked paths through the wetlands, bogs and meadows, an area rich in flora, fauna, and migrating birds. Learn about life saving and boats at the Sleeping Bear Point Coast Guard Station and Maritime Museum. Follow the Pierce Stocking Drive by bike or car for fabulous sunset views.
Kayak, canoe the Crystal River to the Homestead, fish in the lakes or charter a boat from Fishtown in Leland, windsurf, or sail. Ride bikes, play tennis or golf, walk in the sand on the Lake Michigan shoreline, take an art class at the Glen Arbor Art Association. Visit the shops and art galleries in Glen Arbor, Empire, Leland, and Suttons Bay. Eat at a variety of local establishments.
Return to the cottage. Enjoy the peace of water lapping at the shore or the breeze passing the birches while reading in the hammock or rocking in a chair on the porch. A crackling fire will welcome you after an early morning or evening dip in the lake. Whatever your inclination, a variety of activities abound and you will have a memorable vacation at our family summer home. The Narrows Bridge is under construction so enjoy a slight detour around Little Glen to Glen Arbor* * PLEASE CHECK CALENDAR * *
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Linens Provided: Please supply beach towels
- Wood Fireplace: Wood provided
- Beds
- Queen Bed: Lakeside
- Double Bed (2) : Lakeside Bedroom & Woodland Bedroom
- Bunk Bed: Woodland Bedroom
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen: Well Provided Kitchen with Microwave, Dishwasher, waffle iron, coffee maker, most things necessary
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Outdoor Features
- Charcoal BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio: Beautiful deck with benches and lounge chairs overlooking lake
- View/Location
- Lakefront
- Communications
- Telephone
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Other Amenities
- Private Dock & Raft, Screened Porch with ample seating and table for dining
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Tennis
- Restaurants
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Swimming
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Other Activities
- You are on the water! Swim, sail, canoe, kayak, windsurf & fish, Walk, Hike & Bike, Play Golf, View the Multitude of Wildlife, Enjoy the Village Shops & Restaurants & Nearby Towns & Historic Sites, Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore & All it has to offer, VISIT Our Neighboring Family Home the "1936 Lakefront Log Cabin" on VRBO
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
* * 2009 GUEST Rental RATES * *
May 23 - June 19: $2,100/week, $1,400/4 day (minimum)
June 20 - June 26: $2,275/week
June 27 - September 4: $2,450/week, $4,750/2 weeks
September 5 - September 11: $2,275/week
September 12 - September 26: $2,100/week, $1,400/4 day (minimum)
* * PLEASE check CALENDAR! * *
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Property Photos
- Panoramic Lake Views from Living Area, Screen Porch & Deck, Hammock - Glen Arbor, MI - Michigan Cottage Rental - On Big Glen Lake!
- Crystal Clear Swimming, Private Dock & Raft South Shore Big Glen Lake - Glen Arbor, MI - Michigan Cottage Rental - On Big Glen Lake!
- Comfortable Living & Dining by the Lake - Glen Arbor, MI - Michigan Cottage Rental - On Big Glen Lake!
- Screen Porch overlooking Glen Lake
- Deck overlooking Glen Lake
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