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Glen Arbor – on Sleeping Bear Bay

Skipping stones – a favorite for all ages.

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Exceptional

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61400 sq ft

Popular amenities

Parking available
Dryer
Washer
Outdoor space
Air conditioning
Barbecue grill

Explore the area

Glen Arbor, MI

Crystal River
‪11 min walk‬
Glen Lake
‪20 min walk‬
Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore
‪11 min drive‬
Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
‪55 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Front Bedroom

1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

Master

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

common

Toilet · Shower only

master

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Office

Dining area

About this property

Glen Arbor – on Sleeping Bear Bay

This comfortable cottage features spectacular views of Sleeping Bear Bay and South Manitou Island from both inside and on the large deck. The shared beach is just a few steps away.

The open floor plan and many windows make it the perfect place to relax on those "weather days" and the large deck provides plenty of room to stretch out when the sun is shining. Even though you are in the heart of busy Glen Arbor, the private road means you will feel far away from the hustle.

With the beach out front, the quiet road, and all that Glen Arbor and Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore has to offer just steps away, this is the perfect location for your next family vacation.

Please disregard the snow in the photos – it'll be gone by the time you arrive!

The cottage has a master bedroom with a king bed and a large master bath with both a shower and tub. The front bedroom has a double bed and a bunk bed to accommodate four.

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Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Lake view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Adults only

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

About the area

Glen Arbor

Located in Glen Arbor, this cottage is on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore.

Glen Arbor, MI

What's nearby

Crystal River - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
Glen Lake - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
Little Glen Lake - 7 min drive - 6.2 km
Sleeping Bear Point Coast Guard Station Maritime Museum - 8 min drive - 5.5 km
Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore - 11 min drive - 12.6 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

‪Cherry Republic - ‬8 min walk
‪Arts Tavern - ‬6 min walk
‪Boone Dock's - ‬4 min walk
‪Blu - ‬10 min walk
‪Leelanau Coffee Roasting Co. - ‬7 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Glen Arbor – on Sleeping Bear Bay pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Glen Arbor – on Sleeping Bear Bay?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Glen Arbor – on Sleeping Bear Bay?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Glen Arbor – on Sleeping Bear Bay located?

Situated on a lake, this cottage is within 1 mi (2 km) of Crystal River and Lake Michigan. Glen Lake and Sleeping Bear Point Coast Guard Station Maritime Museum are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Craig M.

10 Sept, 2022

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

Cool0

Amazing property! Location, cleanliness and view was great! A very cool “up north” vibe with direct Lake MI access. Super cool place!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Adam T.

28 Jul, 2022

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

Wonderful house and location

We had a wonderful stay. The house was clean and well stocked. Great location and many things to do in the area.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Tara E.

21 Jul, 2022

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

Very nice cottage

My husband and I stayed at George's cottage for one week. The location was wonderful in terms of being able to walk right into town to get whatever we needed, beach access was right on the other side of the looped driveway, and the Sleeping Bear Heritage Trail was only a few minutes away via bike. The cottage was impeccably clean and very comfortable. The kitchen was well-stocked, and the ability to do laundry and live 'the simple life' was a wonderful gift. We enjoyed the sunsets from both the beach AND right off the deck. I rated the neighborhood four stars, and this is why: while we strictly adhered to the courtesy of 'no noise at an unreasonable hour' in consideration of the permanent residents on the road, two other houses filled with multiple families with children ranging from ages 1-10 years did not. This is not at all the fault of the cottage owners, but I wanted to include in my review that the master bedroom IS located right next to the neighbor's driveway, where we were woken up each morning between 7:30 am and 9:00 am to screaming children bouncing multiple basketballs. Across the street, the children visiting enjoyed honking the golf cart horn at all hours of the day and well into the evening. Perhaps we were unlucky on that front and it is normally quiet the rest of the year. I figured it was worth mentioning if someone is seeking a child-free trip. George's cottage was a pleasure to stay in otherwise. My reason for rating communication at four stars was due to a woman slowly driving by the back of the house after a visit with the neighbor, stopping at the end of the driveway and loudly dragging the empty garbage pail down to the garage without so much as a knock or a hello. An email or text would have been appreciated, reminding us that the owner preferred the empty garbage pail pulled in by the garage. Everyone else on the road left their garbage out, and we accidentally overlooked this instruction, for which I apologize. Nobody wants to feel like they're being monitored while on vacation. We rightfully forgot to drag the garbage in, but this felt invasive and unnecessary. Hopefully, my review will be taken as constructive criticism for the benefit of future visitors. Thank you for the use of your cottage. We made wonderful memories there, and it was nice to get away from the hustle and bustle of our own lives (three children, five dogs, two businesses, etc) to enjoy some quality time together in the beauty of Glen Arbor.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joel H.

12 Jun, 2022

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

Our happy place

This place is amazing!! Everything about our stay was perfect! Thank you so much!

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dave C.

19 Sept, 2021

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

Beautiful Week.

This is our 2d time here. Property is very clean, well stocked, location is perfect. The beach is a few steps away and we had a nice swim, walked to Glen Arbor for dinner and groceries, put our kayaks in at the beach (and elsewhere); biked to the trail and rode North and South. Perfect in every way.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Richard M.

15 Aug, 2021

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

Glen Arbor Mi

Great time. Golfing swimming kayaking hiking outdoors and reconnecting with family

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Evan F.

3 Aug, 2021

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

Best Spot in Glen Arbor!

We can't say enough great things about our stay at George's house. It was in the best location - walking distance to downtown and steps to Lake MI beach. The house was well equipped with everything we need and then some. We made some lasting family memories that we are very grateful for. We hope to return again next year.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Christopher H.

21 Jul, 2021

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

Fantastic Glen Arbor/ Lake Michigan Setting

This is an exceptional property if you want to experience both Glen Arbor and Lake Michigan. The front porch provides a super view of the lake, complete with sunsets (at least in July). Check-in was easy, and a fresh flower bouquet was very welcoming. The master bedroom and bath are modern, spacious and well equipped with linens, towels and fine toiletries. The great room includes a dining table that easily seats 6. There is also a table for four which served us nicely for jigsaw puzzles. We didn’t need the A/C the week we were there, so I can’t comment on its effectiveness. Windows and sliders worked well. The 2nd bedroom is communal, with a double bed and a twin-sized bunk bed. The 2nd bathroom is a bit small for more than 2 people, but otherwise is well equipped. The location can’t be beat: The shared 60-foot lake frontage was never crowded (the largest gatherings were at sunset), and it’s a short walk to all of Glen Arbor. It’s also about a half mile from the Sleeping Bear Heritage trail for easy bicycle access. We were afraid that we would get a lot of nose from Boondocks, but that was never a problem. Noise from neighbors was not an issue the week we were there. I would definitely recommend this property for a group of adults wanting some beautiful solitude while staying close to Glen Arbor.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jane D., Michigan

6 Jul, 2021

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

Beautiful property in a wonderful spot

George was wonderful to work with. Helpful and prompt. The property is the perfect combination of Up North charm and modern convenience. We loved the sunsets and access to the beach while being able to walk to town. The house is well stocked, extremely clean and the beds are comfortable! We can’t wait to go back!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lauren m.

27 Jun, 2021

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

Great place on lake michigan

This was a great place - super clean, easy access to the beach, well maintained. Couple of minor things that could make it even better - 1) we bought a broom and dustpan on the second day as there was no vacuum or anything. We were happy to clean the floors a few times (sandy!). 2) the safety rail on the top bunk in the second room had been removed at some point. All that said, this place was great! Very comfortable and our family would love to return.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Joel H.

20 Jun, 2021

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

Fabulous

This home is perfect! The beach is amazing!! The location from town is walkable so you don’t have to drive! The home is very clean and spacious!! It’s everything we wanted. We can’t wait to go back!!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Gretchen A., Chicago, IL

6 Oct, 2020

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

perfect spot

This house exceeded my expectations. It had everything one could need in a vacation house. It was clean, cozy, had a great view, was walking distance to town and a beach for miles. Located next to loads of private residences on the beach, we were able to walk to the left as far as we could walk. They have a shared private beach that we were able to enjoy all day by ourselves. The house was well equipped with kitchen utensils, soaps, linens, etc. It was exactly what we were looking for in a Glen Arbor vacation spot. We can't wait to go back for a visit!

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

connor c.

16 Sept, 2020

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

Great time in Glen Arbor

We loved everything about our stay. The house is well stocked, spacious, clean, quiet, and the setting is spectacular. Wonderful view and of Lake Michigan too. We’d love to come again.

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Dave C.

15 Sept, 2020

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

Great Spot

Great house in a great location. The house was very clean and well stocked it was perfect for the two of us.

Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Lynn T.

10 Aug, 2020

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

Absolutely perfect

Location cannot be beat - steps from the beach and town. Gorgeous views from inside and the porch. Sparkling clean. This is our new favorite place in Glen Arbor!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Cindy B.

25 Jul, 2020

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

Great week

We had a perfect week in every way.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth B., St. Charles

12 Jul, 2020

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

Just Spectacular!

First time doing Vrbo - and this property was spectacular! Incredible view of Lake Michigan...lovely place. Lovely city. Lovely view. Private beach. Had a wonderfully restful, restorative vacation.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

allison n.

30 Jun, 2020

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

Lovely Mid Century Modern Cottage

This cottage was clean, cozy and came stocked with everything we needed. It is steps away from the beach where my kids enjoyed playing in the sand, swimming and paddle boarding. It is a natural spot with a huge window view of wildlife and stunning sunsets. We really enjoyed our stay there!