1936 Lakefront Log Cabin - Historic Glen Lake Waterfront Glen Arbor, Michigan Vacation Rental by Owner Listing 38271

Historic 1936 Log Cabin Perched at the Water's Edge with Dock & Raft

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Location: Glen Arbor, Northwest, Michigan, USA (Adjacent to the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore)

Accommodations:  Log Cabin, 7 Bedrooms, 1.5 Baths (Sleeps 12)

* * Season begins May 2010 * *
Our waterfront, log cabin nestles in a sunny spot in the woods on the south shore of Big Glen Lake. A memorable, family gathering place with views over Caribbean blue water, a private dock and raft for water-based activities.

The log cabin is called Shack Tamarack after the trees felled for logs, gathered and peeled in nearby Cedar. It was designed by Harry Weese, while in architecture school, for his parents and has been used by family every summer since. A special place at the end of 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 memorable log cabin which contains most of the original furniture made of logs. A local fieldstone fireplace anchors one end of the large living area which looks to the water. To one side, a dining area with benches and table made of two wide pine planks 12 feet long for eight and a selection of comfortable seating.

The kitchen is well suited for those who like to cook, contains modern amenities and easily partakes of the activity. The adjacent screen porch with swing is a quiet retreat for sunrise, sunset or mid-day break. Just outside is an ample deck with lounge chairs and picnic table. A hammock and grill are nearby. All areas overlook the crystal clear, spring-fed lake.

Seven bedrooms comfortably sleep ten to twelve. One double bedded room is on the first floor. On the second, two rooms have a queen and one is adjacent to a twin bedded room. The three bunk rooms off a covered exterior balcony are family favorites, sleep 5 and are customarily used by children. Two have double bunks and one a double. Upstairs is a half bath and downstairs a full bath. The cabin is most suitable for 5-6 adults sleeping in the queen and double rooms. The maximum we can comfortably accommodate is 12.

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 * *

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• Amenities
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Linens Provided: Please provide beach towels
  • Covered Parking
  • Wood Fireplace: Wood Provided
• Beds
  • Queen Bed (2) : 2 rooms with Queen beds on 2nd floor: Granny's Room & Wing
  • Double Bed: Lakeside Room on 1st
  • Twin/Single Bed: Nanny's room
  • Bunk Bed (2) : The 3 "Bunk Rooms" are favorites of the kids in the family. Each has its entrance off a covered exterior balcony. 2 have double bunk beds and one a double bed. They accommodate a total of 5 guests.
• Kitchen
  • Full Kitchen: Family members love to cook and have contributed what they feel is needed to make this a well provided kitchen.
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
• Outdoor Features
  • Charcoal BBQ Grill
  • Deck/Patio: Screened porch and deck with picnic table overlooking the crystal waters of Glen Lake
• View/Location
  • Lakefront
• Communications
  • Telephone
  • WiFi (Wireless Internet)
• Other Amenities
  • Private Dock & Raft Sunrise & Sunset Views
• Suitability
  • No Pets Allowed
  • Smoking Not Allowed
• Activities (on site and nearby)
  • Tennis
  • Shopping
  • Sightseeing
  • Restaurants
  • Kayaking
  • Sailing
  • Boating
  • Waterskiing
  • Swimming
  • Windsurfing
  • Biking
  • Wildlife Viewing
  • Hiking
  • Fishing
  • Antiquing
  • Cinemas/Movie Theaters
• Other Activities
  • Water at your doorstep, 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 "1938 Lakeside Cottage" on VRBO

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* *  2009 GUEST Rental RATES *  *
May 23 - June 19: $2,800/week, $1,800/4 day (minimum)
June 20 - June 26: $2,975/week
June 27 - September 4: $3,150/week
September 5 - September 11: $2,975/week
September 12 - September 26: $2,800/week, $1,800/4 day (minimum)
Please contact us for 9-12 guests. * * PLEASE check CALENDAR! * *

Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.

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• 03/02/08
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  Rick , Boston, MA
  • I have stayed here & in the cottage next door many times over the last 30 years from June through September and have always marveled at the beautiful swimming and water. It is so peaceful to be here, read, relax, paint, walk, canoe, kayak, windsurf, hike in the Dunes National Lakeshore, and not wander far. On the other hand it is really nice to have so many other options close at hand such as good restaurants, the Art Association, Dunes Concert, shopping. It seems to get better every year without detracting from the wonderful natural environment. This log cabin is really unusual and has been thoughtfully maintained to preserve its character and add some welcome things like a great deck overlooking the water. It is well provisioned for cooking & has a great long table made from 2 wide pine boards. 2 queen bedrooms are great for adults. The double downstairs may work for 2 but is usually used by one. The "bunkrooms" are entered off an exterior balcony, are basic and sleep 3-5. They are special as is the whole cabin. The architect, Harry Weese, designed a great, vernacular, north woods log cabin. A very special place where I hope to continue to return many times.
• 08/01/03
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  • Most sparkling warm water & best swimming in the world! Warm sunny days with hikes in the Sleeping Bear National Lakeshore Park, canoeing along the shore, windsurfing in the afternoon breeze. Even the occasional rain was welcome when we curled up and read, played games and visited. Our evening fire in the stone fireplace with chimney reaching to the rafters, became a gathering place for relaxing, telling stories and planning for the next day – there is so much to do! Others would retreat to the screened porch or deck morning, noon and night to pursue favorite activities and enjoy the peace. Sunrise, sunset, moonrise all reflected in the crystal waters of the sandy bottom, spring fed Glen Lake. We will return to this warm & inviting family retreat in the sun-filtered woods at the edge of the lake. It was kind of you to share your historic log cabin with us!

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