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Northerness Cottage; a Short Ride to America's #1 Rated Beach!

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A stone-clad building with a stone chimney, outdoor seating area, and a large umbrella.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a central island with bar stools, a chandelier, and a window with a view of greenery.
A cozy living room with a sofa, a dining table with chairs, a TV, and a bookshelf.
A dining area with a wooden table, chairs, a stone fireplace, and a staircase.
A bedroom with a bed, bedside lamps, a television, a ceiling fan, and a framed picture on the wall.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Room to spread out
    Enjoy spacious layout that give everyone more room to relax.
  • 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
    Walk to Crystal River
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Deck or patio

Explore the area

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

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 Large Single Sofa Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

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

Bathroom 2

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

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Dining area

About this property

Northerness Cottage; a Short Ride to America's #1 Rated Beach!

Newly renovated: updated outdoor shower, new living space and dining area.

This charming cottage is situated on a large corner lot just one and a half blocks off the Main Street of downtown Glen Arbor. This makes it an easy walk to the best shops and restaurants in the area.

Large palladium windows offer a beautiful view with plenty of natural light. A flag stone patio, fire pit and spacious decks are fully equipped for comfortable entertaining and easy outdoor dining. The outdoor shower provides comfort and enjoyment from a fun-packed day in the water or at the beach.

The Crystal River is located just a stone's throw away, with access to fishing, canoeing and kayaking. New putt-putt golf and extensive biking trails are located within walking distance of the cottage. Of course, Lake Michigan is a five-minute walk or a quick drive from the cottage giving you access to multiple beach sites and beautiful vistas.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:30 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:30 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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Lock the doors and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
cottage comfortably sleeps 8. Absolute maximum capacity of 10 people. Additional nightly charge for added guest above 8.
Additional charges: Excessive cleaning: Dishes not cleaned and put away Indoor/outdoor furniture out of place
No fireworks are allowed on cottage property Take garbage can to end on driveway. Trash pick-up is early Monday morning. Fires only in fire pit

Important information

You need to know

Property # 112417vb
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 in the city centre. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the snowmobiling and sledging.
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Glen Arbor, MI

What's nearby

  • Crystal River - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • beach near Downtown Glen Arbor - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • beach near Crystal River - 2 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Glen Lake - 3 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 54 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Art's Tavern - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Boonedocks - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Leelanau Coffee Roasting Co. - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Blu - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪The Mill - ‬14 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Northerness Cottage; a Short Ride to America's #1 Rated Beach! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Northerness Cottage; a Short Ride to America's #1 Rated Beach!?

As of 25 Aug, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Northerness Cottage; a Short Ride to America's #1 Rated Beach! on 10 Oct, 2026 start from S$1,411, 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 Northerness Cottage; a Short Ride to America's #1 Rated Beach!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Northerness Cottage; a Short Ride to America's #1 Rated Beach!?

Check-in begins at 4:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Northerness Cottage; a Short Ride to America's #1 Rated Beach!?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Northerness Cottage; a Short Ride to America's #1 Rated Beach! located?

Located in the heart of Glen Arbor, this cottage is steps away from Crystal River and Lake Michigan. Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore is 1.1 mi (1.8 km) away.

About the host

Hosted by Rick Vulgamott

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We have been enjoying Glen Arbor and the surrounding area for over 25 years. While living in Boston we chose this area for our destination wedding to share our love for Michigan with family and friends from all over. Spending summer vacations and raising 2 children on Lake Michigan we finally found the perfect slice of heaven in Glen Arbor and called it Northeness. We hope you will enjoy our home and this beautiful area as much as we have.

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