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Charming & renovated airy Train Depot turned cottage steps from Lake Michigan

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A cabin with a stone patio, two Adirondack chairs, and a flower box on the front porch.
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A dining area with a long table, chairs, a chandelier, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.
A cozy living room with a fireplace, wooden furniture, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.
A lodge with a wooden facade, large windows, and a porch with flowers.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    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.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Lake Michigan

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • On-site fitness centre
  • Barbecue grill
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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Glen Arbor, MI
  • Place, Crystal River
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Place, beach near Crystal River
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪47 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Loft Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

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

Bathroom 2

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

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Glen Arbor

Glen Arbor is home to this cottage. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore.
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Glen Arbor, MI

What's nearby

  • Crystal River - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • beach near Crystal River - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
  • beach near Crystal River Marina - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Glen Lake - 3 min drive - 3.6 km

Getting around

  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cherry Republic - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Art's Tavern - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Boonedocks - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪River Club Glen Arbor - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Leelanau Coffee Roasting Co. - ‬16 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming & renovated airy Train Depot turned cottage steps from Lake Michigan pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Charming & renovated airy Train Depot turned cottage steps from Lake Michigan ?

As of 25 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Charming & renovated airy Train Depot turned cottage steps from Lake Michigan on 16 May 2027 start from £1,474, 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 Charming & renovated airy Train Depot turned cottage steps from Lake Michigan ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Charming & renovated airy Train Depot turned cottage steps from Lake Michigan ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming & renovated airy Train Depot turned cottage steps from Lake Michigan ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Charming & renovated airy Train Depot turned cottage steps from Lake Michigan located?

Situated in Glen Arbor, this cottage is steps away from Crystal River and Lake Michigan. Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore and Glen Lake are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 18 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 18 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 18 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was great, like stepping back into history. Location was fantastic. Beds were small and not very comfortable. The hot water heater was not very efficient. Could not take a bath and a shower at the same time without running out. FYI, the stairs to the loft are very steep, probably not great for really young children. If the beds and the hot water issues were resolved, I would give it five stars.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cynthia knows how to make guests feel welcome. She is a great communicator and very accommodating. We wanted to make sure bikes and a grill were available. She not only provided 3 bikes (instead of the 2 in the listing), she provided a brand new gas grill with all the needed tools and an extra LP tank! The house is a show place and immaculately clean. Everything works as it should including a full sized washer and dryer. The kitchen makes eating in a pleasure. There are interesting touches throughout the house and the furniture and beds are very comfortable. It would be impossible not to enjoy a stay at the Wildflower Depot.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay! Even got to see the northern lights!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Just lovely!

The cottage was truly lovely and the host equally so. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Vacation home with personality.

We loved spending 5 nights at a renovated old railroad depot. It had a lot of personality and was comfortable for our 5 family members. The owners did a great job making it a home away from home.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Charming spot

So full of charm! We had a great stay at at the depot. Walkable into town and a very short walk to the lake.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We absolutely loved staying here! Cynthia is the best host from the beginning she was always so responsive with helping us get a week all the way through the end! Her place is darling, so clean! Her linens smell absolutely amazing! Thank you again for our family stay; we hope to be back!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Minimoon Stay

Absolutely STUNNING property. The pictures don't do it justice!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a nice surprise. This home was well-appointed, with modern appliances, and a very fun place. lots of room and very comfortable
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
There were no vineyards here
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely house in the woods near the lake

Cynthia was a fantastic host. Got a little trouble with the washing machine, and she responded quickly with a solution. The house itself is beyond charming and quite comfortable. It was definitely a five star experience.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Outstanding!!

We enjoyed every minute of our stay at Wildflower Depot. The house was clean, bright, and airy. Excellent location within walking distance of a beautiful Lake Michigan beach, downtown Glen Arbor, and the Mill. Cynthia was kind, helpful and communicative. We enjoyed swimming in the clear Lake Michigan waters, amazing sunsets, and all that Glen Arbor has to offer. Can't wait to return.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Unique place in great Glen Arbor location

A enjoyable stay at this well appointed small home converted from a train depot. Updated kitchen has induction stove and upscale coffee making equipment. Nice living room, comfortable bed, and enjoyable fire pit out back. Close (0.3 mile) to the beach and <5 minute drive to town. Could have benefited from better communication response time from property manager, especially on move-in day.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Truly Fabulous Slice of Heaven

This lovely old train depot makes an airy nest snuggled up against Sleeping Bear Bay. Steps from the very quiet and gorgeous beach, and tucked into very pretty woods not far from the Crystal River. I can’t say enough about how carefully and perfectly decorated this home is. It’s got super high ceilings, old tall ornate glass windows and hardwood floors. The owner has great taste and a real eye for mermaid and seaside art. The kitchen is spectacular, with top end brand new appliances. Very charming selection of unusual yet practical dishes and glassware gives you everything you could want from breakfast to cocktails under the stars. There are several lovely spots in the woods next to the house with a grill, fire pit and a hanging straw chair to cuddle into. I loved all the French design touches, and effort put into the gardens. Still a work in progress, but what’s there is terrific. Glen Arbor is a really wonderful up north small town we have visited before, but this place is the nicest we have ever seen in the area. The beach is a little stony, so if you have kids, bring water shoes. We went to a gourmet restaurant one night, grilled out a lot, and saw magnificent sunsets all week long. Book this house, you will never want to leave!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean and charming cottage located conveniently near the northern part of the Sleeping Bear National Lakeshore. Kitchen had everything we needed. Bed and cottage furnishings were very comfortable. Decor inside and out was lovely. Host was great to work with and responsive to even the smallest concern or question. My husband considers this one of the best, if not the best place we have stayed over the years.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
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