Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
Beach equipment
A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
Centrally-located
You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
Discover nearby landmarks
Near Glen Lake
Sleeps 7•3 bedrooms•4 beds
Popular amenities
On beach
Swimming pool
Onsite parking available
Kitchen
Washing machine
Barbecue grill
Explore the area
Glen Arbor, MI
Glen Lake
Place, Glen Lake
1 min walk
beach near Downtown Glen Arbor
Place, beach near Downtown Glen Arbor
16 min walk
Crystal River
Place, Crystal River
3 min drive
Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
Airport, Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
47 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Single Bed
Bedroom 3
2 Single Bunk Beds
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Peaceful villa on the sugar sand shores of Big Glen Lake!
Driftwood (Glen Craft Villas)
In a peaceful atmosphere with plenty of sunshine, Driftwood 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 firepit with log stools, a dry sauna, small laundry facility, tennis court, row boat, paddle boards, shuffle board court, beach chaise lounge chairs, basketball, and archery range. The very large beach is shared with two other villas but never crowded.
Driftwood features a full kitchen, combined living/dining room with wall of windows for pristine lake views, fireplace and vaulted ceilings, a full bath and three bedrooms: one with a queen size bed, one with twin bed, and one with built-in bunk beds. There is also a pull out queen size sofabed.
This listing is for our Driftwood Villa. We have additional villas available for rent listed on VRBO.
Furnished/Unfurnished Items: Cable TV 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. Linens and towels can be provided at an additional charge.
Reservations are confirmed only by advance deposit of 50% the total amount.
Check-In/Check-Out Check in anytime after 4 p.m. Friday, and check out is 10 a.m. Friday promptly.
Pets - In order to honor reservations, we request that all pets be left at home. No Smoking in Driftwood or a fine of $150 will be assessed. Must be left reasonably clean to avoid a cleaning charge of $150. Visiting Guests are welcome for 1 or 2 daytime visits, but not daily. Cancellations within 60 days are honored if the time of booking is re-rented. Reservations begin January 15th every season. Available May-October.
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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This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the area
Glen Arbor
Located in Glen Arbor, this villa is on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and hiking/biking trails.
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
Traverse City Beach - 45 min drive - 60.7 km
Getting around
Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 54 min drive
Restaurants
Art's Tavern - 18 min walk
Boonedocks - 19 min walk
Leelanau Coffee Roasting Co. - 19 min walk
Blu - 4 min drive
Trattoria Funistrada - 13 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does Peaceful villa on the sugar sand shores of Big Glen Lake! have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool.
Is Peaceful villa on the sugar sand shores of Big Glen Lake! pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Peaceful villa on the sugar sand shores of Big Glen Lake!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Peaceful villa on the sugar sand shores of Big Glen Lake!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Peaceful villa on the sugar sand shores of Big Glen Lake!?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Peaceful villa on the sugar sand shores of Big Glen Lake! 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 miles (5 km).
About the host
Hosted by Christian
Driftwood 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 watching families grow up 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
A dry sauna, small laundry facility, swim raft, row boat, paddle boards, shuffle board court, beach chaise lounge chairs, kayaks, and archery outdoor tables/chairs.
Languages:
English
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests