Private beach, dock and lake view toward Sleeping Bear Dunes and Alligator Hill.
Location: Glen Arbor, Northwest, Michigan, USA (25 miles west of Traverse City; SE shore of Big Glen Lake) View Map
Accommodations: Cottage, 2 Bedrooms + Convertible bed(s), 1 Bath (Sleeps 4-6)
It's time to plan your 2012 visit to Versluis Cottages in sleepy Burdickville (home of two popular restaurants ... LaBecasse and Funistrada) on the southeast shore of Big Glen Lake! Available dates are listed below (reduced rates June 2-30 and September 1 - October 5).
West Cottage (right on the beach) is available June 2-16, June 23-30, August 15 - September 6, and September 9-28.
Pet-friendly East Cottage is available June 2-23, July 7-14, August 25 - September 6, and September 9 - October 5.
This exceptional property has been in our family for four generations. It's located on West Whispering Pines Lane, a quiet road along the southeast shore of Big Glen Lake. The park-like setting (100 ft wide X 350 ft deep) includes two updated well-equipped cottages (West Cottage and East Cottage), mature trees, private beach and firm, sandy lake bottom ideal for swimming.
West Cottage...
West Cottage (931 sq ft) is roughly 10 yards from the beach and features a living room with a flatscreen TV, WiFi, full sleeper sofa and panoramic lake views. The spacious master bedroom (1 queen bed, 1 full sleeper sofa) has windows on 3 sides. A second bedroom (2 twins) has windows on 2 sides and double doors that open to the living room. A good night's sleep is tough to avoid here! The fully equipped kitchen and bathroom with shower are stocked with soap and paper products. The laundry room with washer and dryer has an extra refrigerator. The lakeside deck is the perfect gathering place!
East Cottage...
Please visit the Versluis Cottages website listed below for information on the slightly smaller, pet-friendly (dogs only) East Cottage (sleeps 6) located 40 yards from the beach...same amenities as West except washer/dryer.
A canoe and rowboat (including flotation vests) are provided at no additional charge, as well as a dock and 2 moorings for larger boats. Bring your own boat or rent one locally ... they'll even deliver!
Each cottage has roughly 50 feet of beachfront with the dock extending midway into the clear, shallow water. The distance between them is 100 feet with trees strategically providing a natural screen for privacy. There is an abundance of lawn area, as well, for outdoor activities. We provide picnic tables, outdoor chairs, and barbecue grills for each cottage. There's a 2-person lawn swing at the beach for watching the sun set behind the Sleeping Bear Dunes, plus a firepit for toasting marshmallows and telling ghost stories! This is a place where our guests can truly relax. Come spend a week with us!
FOR ADDITIONAL PHOTOS AND INFORMATION, VISIT OUR WEBSITE (listed below). Our cottages are smoke-free. Member of The Glen Lake Chamber of Commerce.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning : No need for air conditioning at Glen Lake with plenty of fresh air coming in through the many windows on breezy days! There are 3 box fans in each cottage to provide additional air movement if necessary, and LP gas heat in the event of an occasional chilly night.
- Linens Provided : Each cottage is stocked with pillows, mattress pads, blankets, comforters, bath rugs and a few kitchen towels. GUESTS MUST PROVIDE SHEETS, PILLOW CASES, BATH TOWELS AND BEACH TOWELS.
- Washer : The West Cottage has a full-capacity washer.
- Dryer : The West Cottage has a gas dryer. Each cottage has an outdoor clothesline, and an ironing board and iron.
- Covered Parking : A carport provides convenient storage for bicycles and beach toys.
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer : Boat trailers may be parked on the grass next to the carport. RVs/campers not permitted on premises.
- Beds
- Queen Bed : Master bedroom in each cottage is equipped with a firm, comfortable queen bed and 4 pillows. West Cottage master bedroom also has a double sleeper sofa.
- Twin/Single Bed : Second bedroom is equipped with 2 new comfortable twin beds and 4 pillows.
- Convertible Bed : Sleeper sofa in living room.
- Child Bed : There is a youth bed with side rails available.
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV : Digital flatscreen TV.
- DVD
- CD Player
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen : Each cottage is fully equipped with most commonly used items such as coffeemaker w/filters, toaster, cleaning supplies, towels, paper toweling, etc. There is also a vacuum, broom w/dustpan, floor mop and pail.
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator : Mid-sized refrigerator/freezer. West cottage has an additional fridge in laundry room.
- Microwave
- Outdoor Features
- Charcoal BBQ Grill : Barbecue tools provided.
- Deck/Patio : Spacious wooden decks with bench seating and chairs facing the lake.
- View/Location
- Beachfront : 100 feet of private sandy beach with dock.
- Communications
- Telephone : Local calls only.
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Other Amenities
- Deck furniture, picnic tables, beach chairs, lawn swing, 100 ft.sandy beach, rowboat, canoe, dock, 2 secure moorings for large boats or jet skis, breathtaking westward views!
- Suitability
- Pet Friendly : Dogs are permitted in the East Cottage only.
- Kid Friendly : Loads of space on land and water for unlimited number of activities! Swimming is excellent for young children in shallow, clear water near the shore! Great beach for building sand castles!
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Waterskiing
- Jet Skiing
- Swimming
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Fishing
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Basketball Court
- Antiquing
- Live Theatre
- Miniature golf
- Horseback Riding
- Theme Park (Amusement Park)
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Museums
- Hiking
- Restaurants
- Other Activities
- Glen Lake, Sleeping Bear National Lakeshore, and Lake Michigan are the true gems of the area. A scenic 10 minute drive will take you to Lake Michigan and in another 5 minutes you can be at the base of the famous Dune Climb...
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
2012 Rates...
June 2 - 16........$200/nt (East); $300/nt (West)...3 nt min
June 16 - 30.......$1800/wk (East); $2300/wk (West)...Sat 3pm - Sat 11am
June 30 - Sept 1...$2300/wk (East); $2800/wk (West)...Sat 3pm - Sat 11am
Sept 1 - Oct 5....$250/nt (East); $350/nt (West)...3 nt min
$400/wk deposit; 50% due by May 1; balance due 3 wks before check-in
Full payment at reservation for rentals booked <6 wks in advance
Payments are non-refundable unless re-rented at same rate.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
-
Credit Cards Accepted:
-
-
-
-
Map & Owner's Profile
Owner's Map of Glen Arbor
Cara, Tami, Bob and Brad are third generation owners of Versluis Cottages. The property was purchased by their grandfather after WWII, and the family has enjoyed many happy summers on Big Glen for over 60 years!
Property Photos
-
- Private beach, dock and lake view toward Sleeping Bear Dunes and Alligator Hill. - Glen Arbor Cottage Rental
-
- Entry drive to Versluis Cottages on Big Glen Lake! - Glen Arbor Cottage Rental
-
- 100 feet of private beachfront! - Glen Arbor Cottage Rental
-
- Sunny East deck faces lawn to beach and lake.
-
- Cozy East living room with queen sleeper sofa and new fireplace heater.
-
- East master bedroom gets high marks for its comfortable bed!
-
- Plenty of shade on a sunny afternoon!
-
- West Cottage is just a few steps to the water!
-
- West Cottage living room has large picture windows facing the lake.
-
- Breezy West Cottage master bedroom has windows on 3 sides.
-
- Be sure to get out on the water!
-
- A 2 mile hike to Inspiration Point is a great workout!
-
- 5 miles to the Pierce Stocking Scenic Drive - learn about the majestic dunes!
-
- 6 miles to the popular Dune Climb - hike across the dunes to Lake Michigan!
-
- Take an educational trip back in time in beautiful Glen Haven ... 8 miles away.
-
- 8 miles to beautiful Empire Beach on Lake Michigan and South Bar Lake!
Traveler Reviews (10)
Guest: Sue
(-)
Date of Stay: 08/26/10
Review Submitted: 01/27/11
We had a wonderful time. We loved just being able to hang out on the dock and getting out in the water. It was a beautiful weekend up there. Thank you again for letting us rent it.
Recommended for:
Guest: Melissa
(-)
Date of Stay: 08/08/09
Review Submitted: 01/27/11
Thanks Cara!!! You were a great help with all my questions prior to our stay. The cottage was great!!! Thanks so much and we will keep in touch for the future
Recommended for:
Guest: Cory
(-)
Date of Stay: 08/01/09
Review Submitted: 01/27/11
We had a great trip and sincerely appreciated the condition of the cabin and the “extras” you include for guests; row boat, canoe, dvd player, firewood, etc... That’s so nice of you! The cabin is very well kept, clean and so quaint and cozy.
Recommended for:
Guest: Cris
(-)
Date of Stay: 07/10/10
Review Submitted: 01/27/11
We had another glorious vacation this year at the cottage. Thankfully, much warmer, one night of rain but "tough" fishing even with the early may fly hatch.
Recommended for:
Guest: Linda
(-)
Date of Stay: 07/13/10
Review Submitted: 01/27/11
Just wanted to say thank you again for allowing us to rent your beautiful cottage on Big Glen Lake for a few nights! The welcome package was a lovely and thoughtful surprise and everything was very clean and neat.
Recommended for:
Guest: Norm
(-)
Date of Stay: 06/19/10
Review Submitted: 01/27/11
We loved that you had all the items you need for a nice stay at the cabin, right down to the little details of having games and toys at the cabin along with a TV and even a fire pit at the beach. Those little details make a difference!
Recommended for:
First (10) of (10). Write a Review
Vacation Rentals by Owner Listing #57342
There have been visitors to this page since the counter was
last reset in .
This listing was first published here in 2005.
Date last modified - Friday, February 10, 2012
