A rare find — relax in the peaceful, private garden space.
Centrally-located
You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
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Near Lake Michigan
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2
Popular amenities
Patio
Kitchenette
Barbecue grill
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Internet
Explore the area
Glen Arbor, MI
Crystal River
Place, Crystal River
13 min walk
Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore
Place, Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore
16 min walk
beach near Crystal River
Place, beach near Crystal River
3 min drive
Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
Airport, Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
46 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 2)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchenette
Outdoor play area
Garden
About this property
Studio Condo On the Water! Walkout to the Crystal River, steps from Lk Michigan
Be close to the water in this adorable Studio condo located on the Crystal River just steps from Lake Michigan inside the Homestead Resort property on M-22 in Glen Arbor, MI. Very private location with walk-out river access, river views, gated parking by the beach, and beautiful sunsets from the beach on Lake Michigan which is just across a footbridge over the river right outside the condo door.
Tube, kayak or SUP right up to your slider door on the warm shallow Crystal River, or take the river all the way out to Lake Michigan! Walk the beach, stroll along the riverbank, or walk the boardwalk which stretches for blocks, just outside the condo building. Hike or bike the nearby paved Heritage Bike Trail to scenic Northern Michigan destinations.
In the summer you have access to the Homestead Resort golf course or in the winter you can enjoy the Homestead Resort ski hill for downhill excitement! Or explore the National Shoreline on cross country skis and snowshoes! There are miles of trails inside the Resort and more just a short drive away.
The condo is Heated and Air Conditioned, has a smart tv with a cable tv app, internet access, and is close to the beach. You will be only 2 miles from the quaint town of Glen Arbor and 20 miles from all the action in Traverse City.
The condo has a luxurious queen size bed, one full bath with a freshly re-glazed shower/tub combination, a cute kitchen complete with dishes, silverware, basic cooking utensils, glasses, coffee pot, pots/pans, microwave, stove, oven, and a small refrigerator (NOTE: there is no dishwasher in this unit). There is a round table with two high back chairs for eating, working, playing games, etc... The walkout patio comes complete with a table for enjoying meals or your morning coffee outdoors as well as two chairs for lounging while gazing at the Crystal River.
There is a coin operated washer & dryer located in the common area on the same floor of the condominium building as this Studio condo. There is a gas grill on property for use by condo guests.
This privately owned unit is nestled on the water in a discreetly gated property. No public check in required. The unit is on the ground floor of the building and is not handicap accessible.
Note: Although the condo is located inside the Homestead Resort, it is not a resort-owned property, it is privately owned. The Homestead Resort Village of Shops & Restaurants are available to you. However, the Resort Pools and Tennis Courts are not available for use. There are public tennis courts in Glen Arbor (just minutes down the road). You WILL have access to all of the resort amenities that are open to the public, such as all grounds and beach area, most of the restaurants, golf (ski hill in the winter), spa, salon, and the shops in the Village.
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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
Long-term renters welcome
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
About the neighborhood
Glen Arbor
Glen Arbor is home to this condo. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing, snowboarding, and skiing, or check out other outdoor activities such as snowmobiling.
Glen Arbor, MI
What's nearby
Crystal River - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
beach near Crystal River - 3 min drive - 3.3 km
beach near Crystal River Marina - 3 min drive - 3.3 km
Glen Lake - 5 min drive - 5.8 km
Getting around
Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) - 46 min drive
Restaurants
Cherry Republic - 4 min drive
Art's Tavern - 4 min drive
Boonedocks - 4 min drive
River Club Glen Arbor - 3 min drive
Leelanau Coffee Roasting Co. - 4 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Studio Condo On the Water! Walkout to the Crystal River, steps from Lk Michigan pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Studio Condo On the Water! Walkout to the Crystal River, steps from Lk Michigan?
As of Oct 17, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Studio Condo On the Water! Walkout to the Crystal River, steps from Lk Michigan on Jan 1, 2027 start from $305, 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 Studio Condo On the Water! Walkout to the Crystal River, steps from Lk Michigan?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Studio Condo On the Water! Walkout to the Crystal River, steps from Lk Michigan?
Check-out is at 10:30 AM.
Where is Studio Condo On the Water! Walkout to the Crystal River, steps from Lk Michigan located?
Situated in Glen Arbor, this condo building is within 1 mi (2 km) of Crystal River, Lake Michigan, and Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. Glen Lake is 2.1 mi (3.3 km) away.
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
Great space and location. Room is small but perfect for one or two people. Bummer you don’t get access to the Homestead amenities but for beach access - it can’t be beat.
Very cute room, there was a river right outside the door then steps past it the beautiful beach. Just minutes from the downtown area with restaurants. Stayed here to experience the beach and sand dunes, it was a perfect location and room! I would absolutely stay here again, we enjoyed the stay very much.
2 nights TOO Short! Such a gorgeous location. I was a little worried that the sand dunes and the small unit would not be great, but it was. The space is so wisely used. Lots of closet storage for your su
This is an adorable studio condo with everything we needed for a short getaway up north and on the big lake. The bed was comfortable and cozy for watching movies. The small kitchen and bar area have everything you need. Great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review
4/10 Poor
Bill W.
Sep 9, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy
The room was an efficiency. Everything old. Not 1 update. Had to use my pocket knife for tub drain to work bc it was broke. Host didn’t reply until 1 1/2 days later. Bed was old. Entire place dated from 19560s when was built. Never ever again
Wonderful location right on Lake Michigan and convenient for visiting Sleeping Bear. We really enjoyed having our morning coffee on the beach, as well as spending evenings on the beach reading. Easy check in and check out process. Host is kind and helpful.
Great location, very clean room. Perfect for a single traveler who wants to be close to the lake and all that Glen Arbor has to offer. Kitchen was small but well stocked. Bed was comfortable. Good communication with owner. Thank you!
The location and convenience was excellent. It was well equipped, and very clean. The owner was extremely responsive and flexible. I would stay here again if I came back to the area.
Excellent stay. Cozy condo and the location was perfect. Just a few steps from Lake Michigan. Has everything you need for a nice weekend at the beach. Easy to deal with host too!
The host was very communicative and an accommodating from the start of my trip and even sent a wonderful packet of recommendations. The apartment is beautifully decorated and just steps from the lake. Would definitely stay again!
Enjoyed the comfy condo with access to Lake Michigan with a view of Manitou Islands. For two people that are on the go most of the stay exploring the peninsula is was perfect. The bed was comfortable and the furnishings were well thought out for the space.
The Sleeping Bear Dunes area is a wonderful place to visit, especially during Autumn. This condo is centrally located for activities such as hiking, fishing, sightseeing and shopping. We really enjoyed having a stream just steps from the condo, and a footbridge to the beach and Lake Michigan. We would stay here again.
This is one of the best places we have ever stayed. It was cute, clean, and the beach access so close to the back door was amazing. The condo had everything we needed for our purposes (out hiking and biking and at the beach most of the time). The resort property and food was very nice and the location was close to town and the national lake shore, which is what we came for. I would love to stay here again!
We do enjoyed our stay…perfect location…spectacular view of river and lake. So peaceful and quiet. Loved the decor…super neat and easy to get to. We will definitely want to visit again next summer! Attention to detail very much appreciated!!!
The unit was nicely decorated and updated. The bed was comfortable and the unit had everything we needed for a short stay. Communication with Karen was easy and very prompt. Thank you for hosting.
My husband surprised me with a weekend here. It was lovely! Quiet, peaceful and we loved exploring the area. The condo was very cosy and we loved direct access to the back instead of a balcony. Took us a bit to discover the closet in the bathroom though ;) we thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
The property is exactly as listed, it has everything you could need. It is a studio, but it worked perfectly since we spent most of our time on the water. The beach is awesome and easily accessible. We found the place to clean and comfortable!
This cozy condo is just a short walk to a footbridge to the beach, and a short drive into Glen Arbor.
Safe neighborhood. Convenient laundry on same floor.
Bed and pillows were harder than we were accustomed to.