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Interior
Interior
Beach
Living area
Beach

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 41000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Dining area

About this property

Glen Lake - Spectacular Dune Views & Complete Privacy!

The 'Beach House' on Little Glen Lake was built in the early 20's as part of the old 'Oasis Resort', one of the early resorts that used to operate around the lake. Originally a boathouse, It was converted to a cottage sometime in the late 30's. In 1996 we completely gutted the original building and rebuilt it as a private guest cottage. Surrounded by extensive decks and a shaded private outdoor dining area the cottage sits on a very private setting on the north shore of Little Glen Lake with spectacular views of the surrounding hills, the Sleeping Bear Dunes, and fabulous sunsets.

The water is crystal clear with a sandy bottom and is excellent for swimming and is especially nice for small children as it is shallow for over 100' out. You have your own private dock, and a dedicated mooring is available should you bring your own boat.

The south facing deck in front of the cottage has both chaise lounges and adirondack chairs and is perfect for reading, getting a tan or enjoying a beverage. A canoe and 2 kayaks are available for your use. After dark enjoy a fire and smores in your own private firepit.

Be aware that there is a stairway which you must negotiate to reach the cottage - not steep, 22 steps with several landings. Not appropriate for wheelchairs or walkers.

Keywords: beach front, private,great views, dunes and sunset views.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 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
Please make sure the windows are closed on the lake side if you are leaving in case of rain.

Important information

You need to know

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 and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Empire

Located in Empire, this cottage is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. Sleeping Bear Point Coast Guard Station Maritime Museum and Burnett Park are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Glen Arbor, MI

What's nearby

  • Little Glen Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Glen Lake - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore - 2 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Crystal River - 4 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Front Street - 34 min drive - 47.7 km

Getting around

  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cherry Republic - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Mill - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Foothills Cafe - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Art's Tavern - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪River Club Glen Arbor - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Glen Lake - Spectacular Dune Views & Complete Privacy! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Glen Lake - Spectacular Dune Views & Complete Privacy!?

As of 16 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Glen Lake - Spectacular Dune Views & Complete Privacy! on 22 Aug 2026 start from £416, 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 Glen Lake - Spectacular Dune Views & Complete Privacy!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Glen Lake - Spectacular Dune Views & Complete Privacy!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Glen Lake - Spectacular Dune Views & Complete Privacy!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Glen Lake - Spectacular Dune Views & Complete Privacy! located?

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

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Beth B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect spot!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful location for exploring the Sleeping Bear area. I loved being right on the water. The shallow area was great for our kids to swim and hang out in the water, and the kayaks were great for exploring Little Glen Lake. Hosts were kind and helpful.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda P.

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

well appointed

We had a nice weeklong visit. The home has everything a family of four would need.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela B.

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

Wonderful!

Beautiful location, lovely hosts, very comfortable accommodations for our family. I can't say enough good things!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mark N.

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

Delightful stay

Cute cottage directly on Glen Lake with all the amenities you need. Bob and Joan are very welcoming and helpful. Ideally located in the Sleeping Bear Dunes area. Hope we can return some day.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Eileen O.

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

Lovely stay and lovely Little Glen Lake

We loved our stay at this sweet cottage on the shore of little Glen Lake. The location is perfect, the beds are comfy, the views are beautiful! Little Glen lake is the perfect shallow depth for our toddler grandchildren who visited us for the day. We hope to return again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Nancy F.

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

Absolutely perfect

The location which was right in the water, the hosts who were tremendous and the cottage which was in great condition equaled a great week and I plan to be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kim C.

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

Lovely stay on little glen

We really enjoyed our stay on Little Glen- right on the water which is a very unique, cool experience! Our family of 4 was so comfortable in the cottage which was cozy, private and clean. Central location to all things in Glen Arbor and beautiful sunsets!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessica L.

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

Great!

This property and the owners are great! Bob and Joan and welcoming and truly just want you to have a good vacation. The property is lovely and great location to all surrounding areas. We will be back again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Janet S.

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

Cozy Lake Cottage

My husband and I had a spectacular week staying at Joan and Bob’s lovely cottage. The location, the view, the comfort provided were all first rate. Many times we enjoyed just staying put and cooking our meals in the well equipped kitchen. The side patios lended lovely intimate spaces to enjoy our meals. We look forward to returning to this cozy spot next year!
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathy F.

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

Little piece of heaven

Cottage is so quaint with so much character and as close to the water as you can get. Love love love it!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

jeanne a.

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

Bliss

A wonderful, beautiful ,authentic experience. One steps back in time as this property has been restored from original times. Warm inviting hosts. Great to visit with as well as their adorable dog Curly. Feel as though we are visiting family
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Gem

What a gem! Loved it. Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beverlee S.

Gorgeous - dosen't get any better

Bob and Joan, the kind & gracious owners have a lovely estate on Little Glen that provides a Family Compound experience and lacks nothing. The beautiful waters, view of Sleeping Bear Dunes and the lovely cottage has everything one needs to live the cottage life in pure Michigan. Same time next year! Grateful for a place where each of us found the best of ourselves and had the opportunity to marinate in such beauty.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Cozy cottage on Little Glen

We loved our stay on Little Glen lake! The cottage was homey but not cluttered and it felt very clean. It felt very private and relaxed. It was a great location for access to Sleeping Bear Dunes as well. The deck was great for morning coffee and evening drinks. Lots of avian wildlife to observe, we saw many birds including a bald eagle right above the deck. The host had great suggestions for beaches, trails, and restaurants. They are also very responsive and quickly address and resolve any problems. It had everything we needed and we especially loved the available kayaks and paddle board, and fire pit with wood included! Thank you so much for a great stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Terri V.

Beautiful!

We have been coming to the Glen Arbor area for many years for vacations. The Hawleys are a very nice couple and own a beautiful property. The cottage is very nice. We just felt that when you are told there is air conditioning, there should be air conditioning. It was warm and humid during our stay, and it got really warm in the cottage. Also, when you are paying $400+ per night, you shouldn’t have to walk through chicken droppings to get to the cottage and deal with ants on the kitchen counters. The Glens are truly gorgeous, and we will definitely be back to visit them again!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

James O.

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

A hideaway in the center of an adventurer's paradise!

The clear waters of Little Glen Lake lap on the sandy shore just steps away from this sweet cottage. The kitchen is fully equipped and the living room is cozy and inviting. Just outside the picture windows are the sparkling lake waters. It's so quiet and hidden from houses and roads that you forget -- for a while -- you are a short drive from hillside hikes, easy kayak floats, breathtaking overlooks, vineyards and wineries, apple orchards, roadside produce stands; or quaint shops and casual restaurants. Return to the cabin at sunset, pour some of that Michigan wine from the day's outing, relax on the deck of your retreat at the water's edge and know THIS is a perfect place to relax, refuel and recharge for your next adventure!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kay M.

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

Great Stay

We had a wonderful week at this cottage. Joan and Bob were gracious hosts who responded to any questions we had. Look forward to staying here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Deborah S.

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

Vacation on Little Glen Lake

The property was phenomenal. Quaint, clean, beautiful views of lake and dunes, wonderful sunsets. Bob and Joan were awesome hosts, made us feel at home instantly!!! We had a wonderful week. Thanks so very much. We will be returning!!!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Virginia Z.

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

Lovely September Trip

Bob and Joan were wonderful hosts!! They were delightful to talk to and their dog was adorable! The rental was very clean, comfortable, and felt like home. We were able to watch the gorgeous sunsets from the deck while enjoying a glass of wine. Although the weather was less than ideal, we thoroughly enjoyed our stay and look forward to returning next year. Our family has been vacationing at Glen Lake for the past 17 years, but this was our first time renting Bob and Joan's "slice of heaven". Thank you so much for an enjoyable stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn H.

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

Best week ever! Thank you!

Thank you Bob and Joan. We had an amazing time at your beautiful cottage and made memories to last a lifetime! The property was absolutely perfect for our family! We loved being right on the water, Glen Arbor is such a cute town and it was only a 30 minute drive to some of our favorite surrounding cities. Thank you again!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Karen S.

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

More than a cottage

We had a wonderful week at Glen Lake. The beautiful boathouse is comfortable, cozy and clean. The views are spectacular! Bob and Joan are great hosts, very accommodating. Curly and Quacker added to the fun! We hope to return soon!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mykell B.

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

The Perfect Week

Our time at the boathouse was one of our most memorable in northern Michigan ever. The accommodations were so lovely, warm and inviting - everything we could possibly need was right there. The view from our deck was beautiful during the day and even more so at sunset. Bob and Joan were the most gracious and accommodating hosts. We hope to stay at the boathouse for years to come.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mark D.

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

Relaxing, picturesque vacation

Glen Lake is absolutely amazing. Warm, clear waters and breathtaking sunsets over the sand dunes. Excellent accommodations with attentive and hospitable owners on site. Location near Glen Arbor is convenient with plenty to keep yourself busy, if you can tear yourself away from this lakefront!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne H.

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

Great little cottage

Everything was exactly as described. We had a wonderful week. The lake was beautiful, and the area is one of our favorites. Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

About the host

Hosted by Bob & Joan Hawley

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We are a retired couple who have lived in this community for almost 30 years and
can provide recommendations regarding restaurants, hiking trails, beaches, etc.

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