Glen Arbor Rental

Glen Arbor - Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore Glen Arbor, Michigan Vacation Rental by Owner Listing 59985

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Location: Glen Arbor, Northwest, Michigan, USA (Glen Arbor and Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore) View Map

Accommodations:  House, 5 Bedrooms + No additional sleeping rooms avail, 5 Baths (Sleeps 12)

Keywords:  Private Home

Spacious Vacation Home in the heart of Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore

This beautifully furnished vacation home is located in the middle of the charming village of Glen Arbor, which is surrounded by Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. Most of the park's main attractions are less than a three mile drive from our location, and most of the town's shops and galleries are a short walk from our home. We offer five bedrooms with five full bathrooms: four are private suites; each with either a king or queen bed, full bath, TV with cable, phone, and high-speed internet access. Fifth bedroom is a bunkroom featuring a loft system with three XL-long twin bunks and a twin-sized fold-out oversized chair, TV with cable, and DVD/VCR player. There is an adjoining full bath in the hall.

Large, fully equipped kitchen (Jenn-Air stove/oven, overhead microwave, dishwasher). Fridge has wine cooler and icemaker + reverse osmosis water tap. Service for 12 is provided. Kitchen overlooks the great room and a floor-to-ceiling gas fireplace. There is also a 50-inch flat-screen TV (with DVD/VCR player). French doors open to a 10x20 screened porch facing the woods which leads to a large 2-tier deck with gas grill for outside entertaining and additional seating for 12. The house has wireless high-speed internet access in all rooms. Linens & towels provided. NO SMOKING/NO PETS.

Walk to shops, galleries, restaurants, groceries, tennis courts, playscape, Lake Michigan beach, kayak rental on Crystal River, charter fishing, miniature golf, cross-country ski/hiking trails. Great base for exploring the Sleeping Bear Dunes, fall winery/color tours, spring cherry blossom tours, or winter ski weekends. Down-hill ski nearby at The Homestead...30 miles North of Crystal Mountain. walkable to Alligator Hill X-country ski trailhead (hike in summer).

Vacation Rental Features

  • Amenities
    • Air Conditioning
    • Linens Provided
    • Washer
    • Dryer
    • Garage : attached 3-car garage
    • Gas Fireplace
  • Beds
    • King Bed
    • Queen Bed
    • Bunk Bed
    • Convertible Bed
    • Crib : Pack n' Play
  • Entertainment
    • Cable/Satellite TV : one in each bedroom plus 50" in great room
    • DVD
    • VCR
    • Video Library
    • CD Player
    • Stereo System
  • Kitchen
    • Full Kitchen
    • Cooking Utensils Provided
    • Refrigerator
    • Dishwasher
    • Microwave
    • Ice Maker
  • Outdoor Features
    • Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
    • Deck/Patio : 2-level deck has seating for 12 to comfortably dine outside
  • Communications
    • Telephone
    • Broadband Internet
    • WiFi (Wireless Internet)
  • Other Amenities
    • Air-Conditioning + Ceiling Fans in all Rooms, High-Speed Internet Access, Large Kitchen With Island Workspace, Reverse Osmosis Water Tap in Kitchen, Wall-mounted Hair Dryers, Sheets and Towels Provided, Washer/Dryer, 3-car Attached Garage, No Smoking/No Pets
  • Suitability
    • No Pets Allowed
    • Kid Friendly
    • Minimum Age Limit for Renters
    • Smoking Not Allowed
  • Activities
    • Golf
    • Tennis
    • Shopping
    • Kayaking
    • Boating
    • Jet Skiing
    • Swimming
    • Biking
    • Cross Country Skiing
    • Downhill/Alpine Skiing
    • Snowboarding
    • Wildlife Viewing
    • Fishing
    • Hunting
    • Health/Beauty Spa
    • Basketball Court
    • Live Theatre
    • Miniature golf
    • Horseback Riding
    • Hot Air Ballooning
    • Sledding/Tubing
    • Hiking
    • Restaurants
    • Fitness Center/Gym
    • Cinemas/Movie Theaters
    • Museums
  • Other Activities
    • In-town Fitness Center, Tennis Courts, Color Tour, Wine Tour. Walk to most attractions such as Galleries, Shops, Kayaking, and Miniature Golf! Short drive to Cherry Bowl Drive-in Theater in Honor and Interlochen Arts Academy in Interlochen.

 

Rate Details (In US Dollars)

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Jun (1st two weeks).................... $2800/wk (Saturday to Saturday)
Jun (2nd two weeks)................... $3200/wk (Saturday to Saturday)
Jul-Aug ................ $3800/wk (Saturday to Saturday)
Sep-May... $1145/3nt minimum, additional nts @ $250 each
50% deposit. $500 Refundable cleaning fee with final payment.
ALL RENTAL FEES WILL BE ASSESSED 6% STATE OF MI ACCOMMODATION USE TAX
Check in time: 3pm Check out time: 10am during summer

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

Dates available:Weekly June through August Three-night minimum September through May.
Before contacting us, please check our calendar for your desired dates

Note: Each property is individually owned or managed.

Map & Owner's Profile

 
 

Glen Arbor - Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore

Year Purchased: 2005

Why the Owner Chose Glen Arbor

We have been coming up to Glen Arbor for years and kept looking for that perfect place for our second home. The place we envisioned just didn't seem to exist so we finally built it! Based on the floor plans of great resorts that we have stayed at, Bearberry House allows for all guests to have their own space (and bathroom) as well as ample inside and outside areas for everyone to gather together. We planned for good - and not so good - weather by having a large screened-in porch as well as an even larger two-tiered deck - both with seating for everyone. Our location is quiet enough to see and hear the wildlife, yet close enough to be able to walk to the grocery store ... and pretty much everything else in town!

The Unique Benefits at this House

Walkable to everything in Glen Arbor: Shops, Galleries, Cherry Republic, Crystal River Kayaking, Glen Arbor Park and Tennis Courts, Art's Tavern, Western Avenue Grill, Boonedocks, Blu, Lake Michigan Beach, Alligator Hill Hiking/X-country Ski trails, putt-putt golf - and more!

A
Park

Tennis Courts Playscape Picnic Pavalion

B
Cherry Republic

All things cherry...free samples! great cherry ice cream choices...

D
North Bar Lake

Great place for kids - warm and shallow...bring your boogie boards!

E
Foot of Lake Street

Walk the beach, watch the sun set or launch your boat!

F
Western Avenue Grill

Now serving breakfast, as well as lunch and dinner.

G
Leelanau Coffee Grinders

best cup of coffe around. Stock up on beans for the week or to bring home. That aroma every afternoon means that more beans are roasting!

H
Becky Thatcher Jewelry Design

Beautiful pieces for all tastes and budgets in a very friendly atmosphere.

I
Blu

Fabulous food, wine, service, and views. Our favorite spot!

J
IGA - Anderson's Grocery

Wine Room, Thermadore, nice selection of meats and cheeses.

K
Wildflowers

Great gifts and lovely gardens to walk through.

L
Northwoods Supply

Where we go to swap out the propane tanks.

M
The River

The most beautiful round of putt-putt golf you will ever play!

N
The Dune Climb

Bring Water... See the same view without wearing yourself out by driving Stocking Scenic Drive just South of the climb. Make sure you get out of the car at turnouts 9/10.

O
Boone Docks

Fun pub grub for the whole family with outdoor dining and live music.

P
Sportsman Shop

Great mens/women sports clothes, fishing gear, and the base for charter fishing trips on Lake Michigan!

Owner's Map of Glen Arbor

Located in the charming resort town of Glen Arbor and walkable to everything which is important during the summer when parking is at a premium, from restraunts to art galleries, and all sorts of recreation opportunities.

 

Property Photos

Traveler Reviews (6)

Glen Arbor - Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore
5/5

Perfect Michigan Vacation Home

Guest: Marm (Ballwin, MO)
Date of Stay: 06/28/08 Review Submitted: 07/08/08

Bearberry House is a beautiful, well-appointed house that made our family vacation extra special. The house offered every amenity necessary for a relaxing, comfortable stay. The house was spotless and it was evident that the owners take excellent care of their home. The owner provided excellent service. For example, the owner of the hardware store in Glen Arbor stopped by at the owner's request to make sure we had adequate gas for the outside grill. The location added to the enjoyment. We could walk to the tennis courts, playground, restaurants, grocery store, quaint shops and a putt-putt golf course was only a block away! We went to various Lake Michigan beaches every day--we especially liked the Empire Beach and the area where the Platte River flows into Lake Michigan. My granddaughters demanded to climb the Sleeping Bear Sand Dunes each day and since they were only about ten minutes away, it was very doable. I would definitely recommend Bearberry House!!

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Helpful votes: 26/26

Glen Arbor - Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore
5/5

Awesome

Guest: Abe (San Francisco, CA)
Date of Stay: 09/01/11 Review Submitted: 09/10/11

Came to Michigan (first time!) for a wedding near Glen Arbor. The place is awesome. Huge, awesome yard, everything brand new and in great condition. And just behind downtown. Highly recommended.

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Helpful votes: 2/2

Glen Arbor - Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore
5/5

Guest: Christian Garrett (San Diego, CA )
Date of Stay: 09/08/09 Review Submitted: 09/08/09

Our multi family stayed in Bearberry House for an entire week. The house was spectacular; everything shown in the photos on the internet was true and exact. The beauty of the front and back yards with all the many birds were enjoyed by all of us. We will never forget the stay at the house; especially all of us together,laughing and sharing precious time together. The cost was well worth it.

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Helpful votes: 4/4

Glen Arbor - Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore
5/5

Guest: Chick Deegan (Dallas/TX)
Date of Stay: 08/20/09 Review Submitted: 08/20/09

Bearberry House is like coming home to your own Up North home! This is our third year here. The design is perfect with plenty of common space, a huge screened porch, and bedrooms arranged for privacy and comfort for different generations and guests. We all love the feel of being in the woods, yet just a walk (too easy!) to Cherry Republic, Leelanau Coffee and Arts. The owners make you feel like welcome friends from the time you drive up until you leave. A small thing, but we appreciate the kitchen spices and wraps left for the next guest.

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Helpful votes: 9/9

Glen Arbor - Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore
5/5

Guestbook Comment

Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 09/01/08 Review Submitted: 09/19/08

Bearberry is a gem! We have stayed at Bearberry twice, and love EVERYTHING about it...it is a terrific home away from home. Every room is decorated beautifully, and the kitchen is stocked with top-notch cooking/baking equipment, which for me as a culinary student is very important. We have stayed at Bearberry both in the Spring and in the Winter...wonderful! We are headed back up in two weeks and are anxious to enjoy the fall colors as we relax in this very special home. We highly recommend Bearberry for anyone looking for a wonderful get-away.

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Helpful votes: 14/14

Glen Arbor - Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore
5/5

Much More Than We Expected

Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 08/01/06 Review Submitted: 03/13/07

We have been going to Glen Arbor for years and this is the finest home we have stayed at. It truely has all the features you would expect. The suites are wonderful. You can walk to everything! We are definitely returning to Bearberry house!

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Helpful votes: 19/22

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Dates available:Weekly June through August Three-night minimum September through May.
Before contacting us, please check our calendar for your desired dates

Note: Each property is individually owned or managed.

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