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Homestead condo, Beautiful View of Lake MI & Manitou Island
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2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61050 sq ft
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Glen Arbor, MI
- Place, Crystal River10 min walk
- Place, Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore20 min walk
- Place, Glen Lake5 min drive
- Airport, Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)46 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Jetted bathtub
Bathroom 2
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Homestead condo, Beautiful View of Lake MI & Manitou Island
The Homestead resort has been enjoyed by families for years and is located in the heart of Leelanau County, Michigan. The resort has a beautiful stretch of Lake Michigan beach. The Crystal River flows through the property and offers a wide array of sporting activities. It is located near Sleeping Bear Dunes National Park Enjoy nearby shopping, informal and fine dining, wineries, galleries, concerts, hiking, canoeing/kayaking, biking, golf, fantastic sunsets from the deck and more.
The condo is located on 260 foot bluff overlooking Lake Michigan with a beautiful view of Sleeping Bear Dunes and North and S. Manitou Islands (Ridgetop 23 & 24).
The condominium is located on the second floor, end unit, cathedral ceilings, 2 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, whirlpool tub, 1 fireplace, deck, sleeps 6, 2 queen-size beds & sofa bed, 3 flat screen TV’s, Cable TV, Internet Wi-Fi, & washer & dryer. The remodeled kitchen with granite counter tops, is fully equipped. We do not provide beach club or pool access at the Homestead, beach towels or bikes. ATTN: AIR CONDITIONING.
We rent for a 7 night minimum: Saturday to Saturday, during May 24 and September 27, 3 night minimum during the holiday season, and 2 night minimum during the rest of the year.
Additional information related to this condo: The main attraction of the areas is Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore Park. The park has miles of hiking trails through the woods, meadows, sand dunes and shoreline. Some of the favorites include Pierce Stocking Scenic Drive with high overlooks of Lake Michigan and Glen Lakes, Sleeping Bear Dune Climb, Pyramid Point, Empire Bluffs trails, North Bar Lake, Platte River Canoeing and Tubing, Bay View Trail, and North Bar Lake. There are a number of golf courses and many wineries in the area. The Sleeping Bear Heritage Trail offers Biking, hiking, bird watching and cross country skiing
Summer fun begins on the shores of Lake Michigan and through groomed hiking trails throughout the Leelanau Peninsula. Fall brings quietness and is a perfect time to enjoy the beautiful color foliage by viewing the scenic hills or walking though any of the groomed trails. Winter fun begins on the down-hill slopes or cross- country trails. Morel mushroom hunting and spotting Trillium is enjoyed during the spring season.
Surrounding area and towns: The town of Glen Arbor is about two mile away & offers free tennis courts, a children's playground, wi-fi at the local coffee house, restaurants from the very casual Arts tavern, to the comfortable family dining of Boone Docks. The world famous Cherry Republic offers sampling of cherry products in the setting of a beautiful perennial garden. There are various souvenir and ladies apparel shops to enjoy. Glen Arbor offers a fishing boat excursion, kayak, river tubing, and bike rentals.
Leland is a picturesque little village located on a sliver of land between Lake Michigan and Lake Leelanau, on beautiful Leelanau Peninsula. This uncommon and charming village will mesmerize you with its beauty and amenities. Leland's historical district, known as Fishtown, features rustic shanties and docks reminiscent of life and commercial fishing one hundred years ago. Leland has galleries, unique shops , charter fishing trips, and the only ferry to the Manitou Islands.
Traverse City & Interlocken camp: Traverse City is about ½ hour from the Homestead resort and has movie houses, large malls, numerous restaurants and shops for the vacationers to enjoy. The condominium is also about ½ hour from the world renowned music camp Interlochen which produces many acclaimed musical events and entertainers.
Experience the wonderful winter atmosphere with many winter activities . The condominium is walking distance to downhill skiing at the Homestead. There are miles of cross country skiing trails withing the Sleeping Bear National Shoreline.
The condo is located on 260 foot bluff overlooking Lake Michigan with a beautiful view of Sleeping Bear Dunes and North and S. Manitou Islands (Ridgetop 23 & 24).
The condominium is located on the second floor, end unit, cathedral ceilings, 2 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, whirlpool tub, 1 fireplace, deck, sleeps 6, 2 queen-size beds & sofa bed, 3 flat screen TV’s, Cable TV, Internet Wi-Fi, & washer & dryer. The remodeled kitchen with granite counter tops, is fully equipped. We do not provide beach club or pool access at the Homestead, beach towels or bikes. ATTN: AIR CONDITIONING.
We rent for a 7 night minimum: Saturday to Saturday, during May 24 and September 27, 3 night minimum during the holiday season, and 2 night minimum during the rest of the year.
Additional information related to this condo: The main attraction of the areas is Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore Park. The park has miles of hiking trails through the woods, meadows, sand dunes and shoreline. Some of the favorites include Pierce Stocking Scenic Drive with high overlooks of Lake Michigan and Glen Lakes, Sleeping Bear Dune Climb, Pyramid Point, Empire Bluffs trails, North Bar Lake, Platte River Canoeing and Tubing, Bay View Trail, and North Bar Lake. There are a number of golf courses and many wineries in the area. The Sleeping Bear Heritage Trail offers Biking, hiking, bird watching and cross country skiing
Summer fun begins on the shores of Lake Michigan and through groomed hiking trails throughout the Leelanau Peninsula. Fall brings quietness and is a perfect time to enjoy the beautiful color foliage by viewing the scenic hills or walking though any of the groomed trails. Winter fun begins on the down-hill slopes or cross- country trails. Morel mushroom hunting and spotting Trillium is enjoyed during the spring season.
Surrounding area and towns: The town of Glen Arbor is about two mile away & offers free tennis courts, a children's playground, wi-fi at the local coffee house, restaurants from the very casual Arts tavern, to the comfortable family dining of Boone Docks. The world famous Cherry Republic offers sampling of cherry products in the setting of a beautiful perennial garden. There are various souvenir and ladies apparel shops to enjoy. Glen Arbor offers a fishing boat excursion, kayak, river tubing, and bike rentals.
Leland is a picturesque little village located on a sliver of land between Lake Michigan and Lake Leelanau, on beautiful Leelanau Peninsula. This uncommon and charming village will mesmerize you with its beauty and amenities. Leland's historical district, known as Fishtown, features rustic shanties and docks reminiscent of life and commercial fishing one hundred years ago. Leland has galleries, unique shops , charter fishing trips, and the only ferry to the Manitou Islands.
Traverse City & Interlocken camp: Traverse City is about ½ hour from the Homestead resort and has movie houses, large malls, numerous restaurants and shops for the vacationers to enjoy. The condominium is also about ½ hour from the world renowned music camp Interlochen which produces many acclaimed musical events and entertainers.
Experience the wonderful winter atmosphere with many winter activities . The condominium is walking distance to downhill skiing at the Homestead. There are miles of cross country skiing trails withing the Sleeping Bear National Shoreline.
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- Washing machine
- Dryer
- Air-conditioning
House Rules
Check in after 2:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking allowed: in designated areas
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 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 first aid kit
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
We should mention
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
About the area
Glen Arbor
Located in Glen Arbor, this condo is on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. Enjoy the area's slopes with skiing, and don't miss out on the sledging.

Glen Arbor, MI
What's nearby
- Crystal River - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
- Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
- Glen Lake - 5 min drive - 3.6 km
- Sleeping Bear Point Coast Guard Station Maritime Museum - 11 min drive - 8.7 km
- Front Street - 38 min drive - 58.5 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Cherry Republic - 5 min drive
- The Mill - 4 min drive
- The Foothills Cafe - 8 min drive
- Art's Tavern - 5 min drive
- River Club Glen Arbor - 4 min drive
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Very nice getaway weekend.
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Beautiful views
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22 May, 2018
Perfect place to stay!!
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Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely accommodations and view
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Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
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23 May, 2023
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Nice property, covieneant to attractions in area. Beautiful view of the lake. Comfortable.
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Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
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28 Oct, 2024
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Peaceful weekend get away
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17 Nov, 2017
Wonderful rental
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Perfection
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About the host
Hosted by Ramune & Joseph (Our son Andrew manages the property for us)
We are the original owners of Ridgetop 23&24 and have owned the condominium for 45+ years.
Languages:
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