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Beautiful Cottage With Sandy Beach Located On Big Glen Lake's South Side.

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A room with large sliding glass doors leading to a deck with outdoor seating and a view of the sea.
A waterfront property with a paved walkway, a dock, and a grassy area.
A blue house with a large lawn, a staircase, and a tree in the foreground.
A dining area with a table and chairs, large windows with a view of a lake and distant hills.
A room with a large window overlooking a lake, a dock, and a grassy area.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Glen Lake
7 bedrooms4+ bathroomsSleeps 14

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Toys
  • Barbecue grill
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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Glen Arbor, MI
  • Place, Glen Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Little Glen Lake
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Airport, Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪42 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

7 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bunk Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 6

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 7

1 Queen Sofa Bed

4 bathrooms, 2 half bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 4

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 5

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Bathroom 6

Soap · Towels provided · Shower only · Shampoo

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Beautiful Cottage With Sandy Beach Located On Big Glen Lake's South Side.

A great vacation cottage located on Big Glen Lake's south side sandbar by the Narrows. The cottage consists of a main house and a four car garage with three bedrooms and two baths (Towers). Off the back of the house is a large two level deck with the most spectacular views of Big Glen Lake and Alligator Hill. There is a boat house down by the beach fully stocked with kayaks, paddleboards, life jackets, and many different kinds of toys for all ages. There is also a paddleboat and a boat mooring.

The main house has three bedrooms and two half baths (one is a shower and one is a toilet/sink in the two twin bedroom). There is a master bedroom with a queen bed, tons of closet space, and a master bath with a shower, oversized tub, and two sinks. The second bedroom has two twin beds with a half bath. The third bedroom has a bunk-beds with a trundle bed) Also in the main house is a living room, sunroom, kitchen, and dining area. Kitchen has built in appliances including a dishwasher, microwave, refrigerator, and a trash compactor. In the basement is a washer and a dryer with a second refrigerator. There is a shower off of the kitchen and a full bath in the hallway, There are plenty of beach towels in the hallway closet.

Above the garage (Towers) there are three queen bedrooms and two full baths. There is another washer and dryer in the towers. In front of the garage is parking for four vehicles and the driveway can accommodate an additional three vehicles.

The property has 185' frontage and the water is perfect for small children. You can wade out in the clearest of water all the way to the Narrows, approximately 400 feet, where you will find one of the most popular spots on the lake. The dock is brand new and there is beautiful sandy beach as well as a large lawn area for people to relax by the water. Of course no beach would be complete without a nice fire pit to roast those marshmallows.

As this cottage is open all year it is also an excellent rental for hunters, snowmobilers, and skiers.(
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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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

Property # 1226764vb
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 is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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 cottage is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore and Lake Michigan. Sleeping Bear Point Coast Guard Station Maritime Museum and Burnett Park are also worth visiting.
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Glen Arbor, MI

What's nearby

  • Glen Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Little Glen Lake - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore - 1 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Crystal River - 5 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Sleeping Bear Point Coast Guard Station Maritime Museum - 12 min drive - 11.2 km

Getting around

  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cherry Republic - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Art's Tavern - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Boonedocks - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪River Club Glen Arbor - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Leelanau Coffee Roasting Co. - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful Cottage With Sandy Beach Located On Big Glen Lake's South Side. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Beautiful Cottage With Sandy Beach Located On Big Glen Lake's South Side.?

As of 19 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Beautiful Cottage With Sandy Beach Located On Big Glen Lake's South Side. on 27 Oct 2026 start from £6,461, 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 at Beautiful Cottage With Sandy Beach Located On Big Glen Lake's South Side.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Beautiful Cottage With Sandy Beach Located On Big Glen Lake's South Side.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful Cottage With Sandy Beach Located On Big Glen Lake's South Side.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful Cottage With Sandy Beach Located On Big Glen Lake's South Side. located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is within 1 mi (2 km) of Glen Lake and Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. Little Glen Lake and Pierce Stocking Scenic Drive are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 13 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Absolutely perfect!

The home was better than advertised. Even with the days of rain, we found much to do as the owners gave thought to everything. hope to stay again one day.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Overdue family get together

The home, property, and views are amazing. We were blessed to enjoy a much needed family vacation at this beautiful cottage! Couldn't have asked for more. The owners go to great lengths to ensure your vacation stay is perfect! Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Great location and something fun for everyone!

Great vacation for our family gathering of 12 including 4 children. Close proximity to Sleeping Bear Dune and the town of Glen Arbor, only a half hour away from Traverse City, there was lots of fun to be had nearby. Could actually enjoy the week without ever leaving the house though. Enough boats, floats, and toys in the shed to keep everyone occupied during the day and a fire pit with stocked firewood to enjoy the cool evenings as the sun set. Comfortable, clean, home stocked with everything you could possibly need. Plenty of parking. My only caution is that there is no AC. Most of our week it wasn’t needed but the heat and humidity were an unwelcome surprise at times.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Mar 2020
Thank-you for your wonderful review. We are happy that you and your family enjoyed your stay on beautiful Glen Lake. Usually the temperatures are as such that the ceiling fans and standup fans provided are enough to keep the buildings cool but understand that ac would be a nice feature. Your input is very valuable to us as we are thinking of adding window units and your input reinforces that idea. Hope to see you and your family again in the future. Thanks, Jim
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice time away

We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Best Summer Ever!

Since 1991 my family has stayed in many homes around the two lakes and this was the best home by far. The comfort level was fabulous, the home , the grounds, the amenities were A+. We hope to try and rent this next summer.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Just wonderful!

Wonderful, large, clean and spacious accommodations on beautiful Big Glen Lake. Perfect for our extended family. Can’t wait to return!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great setting

We had a great time at this place. The property and the lake were fantastic.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Terrific accomodations

We have stayed in the area for many years and this is an outstanding property. The house and grounds are immaculate, has lots of room and worked very well for our extended family. The separate towers bed and bath area was terrific. The house is very well equipped, lots of comfortable seating on the deck and a huge lawn for outdoor games. As an added bonus, the owner provided tons of beach and water toys. Glen Lake is gorgeous and we thoroughly enjoyed our time and look forward to returning in 2020.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing rental!

Our family has been going to Glen Lake for 20+ years and this was the best rental property we have ever stayed at! It is equipped with everything imaginable, very clean, wonderful location, and just an overall excellent site to rent. I would highly recommend this property to any large group looking for a vacation property.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great vacation spot!

We loved our stay. The house was very roomy and well-equipped. The rooms above the garage were lovely and exceeded our expectations. The outside was so inviting - great deck, huge yard, large beach with fire pit, huge dock and great outside/water toys. Jim was very easy to work with.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful and well equipped property.

We spent a week at the property and loved it. Excellent location on lake with shallow access which is great for children. Plenty of room in houses which are very clean and well equipped. Lots of equipment for activities.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Mar 2020
Thank you for your kind review. We look forward to renting to you in the future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Spacious and well-equipped lake home with a huge deck, lawn, and sandy beach.

My wife and I, our three children, their spouses and our six grandchildren thoroughly enjoyed our stay. We spent time swimming, kayaking, playing frisbee golf, and enjoying the beautiful view from the deck. This home is ideal for a family vacation. It exceeded our expectations in every way. I could not recommend more highly.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Outstanding location, extremely clean main house and tower; simply the best it could be!

Took my wife, kids and their families up to celebrate my wife’s retirement from teaching. I booked this online back in November, feeling it had enough size and location for 7 of us. I was correct! Lots of room to gather and lots of room for privacy! We have been to Glen Lake numerous times over the last 25 years. Have to say, this was the best! Fantastic house, everything one would ever need (and then some), extremely clean, nice private beach and dock, WOULD LOVE TO COME BACK WITH THE FAMILY SOON!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Mar 2020
Thank you for your kind review. We are very happy that you enjoyed our cottage and we hope to see you and your family in the future. Best wishes Jim

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