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Peaceful Lakeside Villa On Big Glen Lake. Gorgeous Views!

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The perfect lakeside getaway.
Gorgeous, aqua blue water.
The water near the beach is crystal clear, you can see all the way to the bottom
Crystal clear shallows mean parents can watch children play in peace.
Can't beat the view! Chaise lounges provided to soak up the sun!

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 71700 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Outdoor grill
  • Deck or patio

Explore the area

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Glen Arbor, MI
  • Place, Glen Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, beach near Downtown Glen Arbor
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Crystal River
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪47 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

3 Twin Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Peaceful Lakeside Villa On Big Glen Lake. Gorgeous Views!

Lakeside (Glen Craft Villas)

Note: Reservations begin January 16th every year.. Lakeside is available May through September. We do have other villas available listed on VRBO.

In a peaceful atmosphere with plenty of sunshine, Glen Craft is ideally located with warm prevailing southwest breezes to our sandy beach and cooler north-westerns over our treetops. Surrounded with Michigan woods, right on the crystal clear waters of Big Glen Lake, yet located 1/2 mile from Glen Arbor and about 2 miles from Sleeping Bear National Park Dune climb this is the perfect spot to enjoy days at "home" and days out exploring the local area.

Smooth, softly sloping sand leads to Glen Lake, just outside your door. Children love it, and adults can relax alongside them. Children can even wade all the way to the anchored raft. We also have a lakeside fire pit with log stools, a dry sauna, small laundry facility, row boat, paddle boards, shuffle board court, beach chaise lounge chairs, a paddle boat, and very nice 8 chaired outdoor dining table.

Lakeside is a two story villa which features a charming double living room with large stone fireplace and queen size pullout, a spacious, full country kitchen with dining area, peaceful main level master suite with queen size bed, sitting area and floor-to-ceiling windows with pristine lake views, main level full bath with shower, large upper level bedroom with three twin beds and third bedroom with queen size bed.

Furnished/Unfurnished Items:
Cable TV, DVD player and wireless internet provided.
Gas grill and beach chaise lounge chairs.
Fully furnished kitchen is complete with range/oven, coffee maker, microwave, and toaster. Blankets and pillows are furnished. Kitchen soaps & bath soaps provided, but no shampoo.

Reservations are confirmed only by advance deposit of 50% the total amount.

Check-In/Check-Out Check in anytime after 4 p.m. Saturday, and check out is 10 a.m. Saturday promptly.

Pets - In order to honor reservations, we request that all pets be left at home.
No Smoking in Lakeside or a fine of $150 will be assessed.
Must be left reasonably clean to avoid a cleaning charge of $150.
Lakesides maximum capacity is 7 at any one time.
Cancellations within 60 days are honored if the time of booking is re-rented.
Reservations begin January 16th every season. Available May-September.

More information and additional rentals can be viewed at the Glen Craft Villas Website at glencraftvillas.com
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
Crib and high chair available upon request.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

About the neighborhood

Glen Arbor

Located in Glen Arbor, this villa is on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore and Lake Michigan. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and horse riding.
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Glen Arbor, MI

What's nearby

  • Glen Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • beach near Downtown Glen Arbor - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Crystal River - 3 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Sleeping Bear Point Coast Guard Station Maritime Museum - 9 min drive - 6.6 km

Getting around

  • Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cherry Republic - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪The Mill - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Art's Tavern - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪The Foothills Cafe - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪La Becasse - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Peaceful Lakeside Villa On Big Glen Lake. Gorgeous Views! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Peaceful Lakeside Villa On Big Glen Lake. Gorgeous Views!?

As of May 3, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Peaceful Lakeside Villa On Big Glen Lake. Gorgeous Views! on Aug 22, 2026 start from $504, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Peaceful Lakeside Villa On Big Glen Lake. Gorgeous Views!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Peaceful Lakeside Villa On Big Glen Lake. Gorgeous Views!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Peaceful Lakeside Villa On Big Glen Lake. Gorgeous Views! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Glen Arbor villa is within 2 mi (3 km) of Glen Lake, Lake Michigan, and Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. Crystal River and Little Glen Lake are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 14 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 14 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 14 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Summer Vacation

We had a wonderful stay! Awesome location near so much to do.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very pretty lake house

Very pretty, comfortable Michigan lake house. Had lots of fun amenities, and particularly enjoyed the grill. Nice collection of puzzles to pass the time. Excellent location to very cute town and great sightseeing and swimming.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christopher P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lakeside never disappoints.

Another great family trip on Glen Lake. Enjoyed some of the updates that Chris has been working on - the place is looking great.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely!

Wake up to lake views every morning in this late 1800s cottage on the shores of Glen Lake. We had a fantastic time and will definitely be back, thanks Chris! 10/10
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rodney C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Location

This review will never be able to describe the beauty of the lake and surrounding area. This property is located perfectly on the lake and is just minutes away from almost anything you could want to do. Chris the property manager was very nice and hospitable. The only issue we had was there were no towels or sheets in the house when we arrived. I contacted Chris and he brought us what we needed. This was a very relaxing and enjoyable vacation for me and my family.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amir H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wow. Great Host, Great Location, Great Stay!

We absolutely LOVED our stay at this property. We all loved being right on the water and spent way too much time just soaking up the sun and swimming. Chris also provides a bunch of boats (paddle, row, etc.) that entertained us for hours. The water is super shallow and calm, so if you have young kids, you can feel comfortable with them on their own. There's also a fire pit (wood provided) and a grill (propane provided) that we used throughout our entire stay. The house itself was older, but kept clean and tidy. Chris provided everything we needed, including coffee for the machine! We brought our own bedsheets, blankets, and a bunch of groceries - that's all we needed. Chris helped us plan out our short visit during labor day and his location is close to everything. Thank you Chris!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

6/10 Okay

Nicole A.

Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Uncomfortable

You know that person who invites you over but doesn’t really want you there? That was this property. There is lots to do, but only if you want someone watching over you the entire time. The owner interaction was too much and we felt like if we touched something we might get in trouble. There were no sheets on beds, no towels to be had. After the first night in which we slept on top of the beds with no sheets we ended up with a very shy stack of towels, couple of wash cloths and hand towels. We got two dish towels and no beach towels at all. The owner seemed surprised we would want to enjoy the lake and might need some extra towels. I guess the swimmers itch we all have now explains why. The house advertised there were 3 bedrooms but then the owner told us the stairs leading upstairs are dangerous for adults and better for kids eliminating the queen upstairs for my 66 year old mother. This one just misses the mark and isn’t a very relaxing situation at all. I don’t understand why you would rent a property if you really don’t want people there.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kate M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay!

Will Visit again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Everything you need!

Loved staying here. On Glen lake with paddle boards, paddle boat, kayaks, all available for your use. Also had pickle ball, shuffle board, corn hole, basketball all available in the villas. Chris was super nice gave us tips on exciting things to do. Just minutes from Glen Arbor and Lake Michigan! My family will definitely be back
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matt N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Cottage, Lake and Location

We had a great time. The property was very nice and clean. Christian was very helpful. The Lake was amazing and our three kids (age 2-7) loved swimming everyday. Having the paddle boards and boat was a very nice touch that we enjoyed. We rented a boat for a day from the marina next door which was great. The downtown area is very close and has a lot of nice restaurants and ice cream for the kids. I would highly recommend this property for a summer vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Private feel

My husband and I stayed here with our 4 kids ages 14, 10, 6 and 3 and the property worked out perfectly for us. The kids slept upstairs and we had the master downstairs with glorious views of our basically private beach on Glen Lake. The kids enjoyed the clear waters and white sandy beach, and also the basketball hoop and shuffleboard! We also enjoyed being a 2 minute drive to Glen Arbor and walked to Glen Craft Marina to rent a boat. This is our favorite area of the state and this is a great place to stay!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christopher P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful time on Glen Lake

We thoroughly enjoyed our time in the Lakeside cottage, it was perfect for our family. And we loved the location and the lake views from the living room and the bedroom - a great way to wake up. Chris was a wonderful host - we will definitely be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jackie G.

Perfect place for a family to explore Glen Arbor!

This place was perfect for exploring Glen Arbor, the Dunes and Glen Lake. Great beach, and amazing location. The cottage was very well maintained, clean and offered everything needed for a family vacation in Northern Michigan.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Joni B.

Superlative

We had a wonderful stay, steps from the edge of Big Glen Lake's sweet water. The cottage was clean and welcoming at our arrival. Ample space and equipment to cook and serve. And, cozy quiet spots to read and nap. Our host was delightful, informed and attentive. Hiking, bicycling, kayaking are nearby along with restaurants and shopping. Highly recommend this jewel!
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2017

About the host

Hosted by Christian

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Whitecap is part of Glen Craft Villas, which has been family owned and operated since 1947. It is meticulously designed and maintained for guests. While my grandpa Krull purchased this property from the sawmill almost 100 years ago, the other grandpa Field was a legendary architect in the area and designed some cottages after Frank Lloyd Wright. We are the 3rd generation hosting visitors here. We have enjoyed having families grow up together summer after summer here at our villas on Big Glen Lake.

Why they chose this property

One of the finest and most unique locations on beautiful big Glen Lake.

What makes this property unique

Crystal clear water and sugar sand beach just steps away, with a dry sauna, small laundry facility, raft, row boat, paddle boards, shuffle board court, and beach chaise lounge chairs.

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