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Big Glen Lake Estate · Beach House + Main Home · Hot Tub · Sleeps 14

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A deck with outdoor furniture, a boat, and a view of the water.
A modern kitchen with a central island, pendant lighting, and a view of the outdoors.
A two-story house with a covered porch, a garage, and a driveway.
A bathroom with a sink, mirror, and towel rack.
A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a dining area with chairs and a table.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • 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
    Near Glen Lake

Popular amenities

  • Balcony or patio
  • Hot tub on site
  • Dog-friendly
  • On-site fitness centre
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Glen Arbor, MI
  • Place, Glen Lake
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Little Glen Lake
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Crystal River
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪44 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Beachhouse Bedroom

1 King Bed

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Large Single Bunk Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Queen Suite

2 Queen Beds

4 bathrooms

Bathroom 1 - Main house - main level

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

Bathroom 2 - Main house - upper floor

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

Bathroom 3 - Queen Suite attached

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

Beachhouse Bathroom

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

Spaces

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

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About the area

Glen Arbor

Located in Glen Arbor, this holiday home is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and mountain biking nearby.
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Glen Arbor, MI

What's nearby

  • Glen Lake - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Little Glen Lake - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore - 3 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Crystal River - 3 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Sleeping Bear Point Coast Guard Station Maritime Museum - 10 min drive - 8.7 km

Getting around

  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cherry Republic - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Art's Tavern - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Boonedocks - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪River Club Glen Arbor - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Leelanau Coffee Roasting Co. - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Big Glen Lake Estate · Beach House + Main Home · Hot Tub · Sleeps 14 pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Big Glen Lake Estate · Beach House + Main Home · Hot Tub · Sleeps 14?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Big Glen Lake Estate · Beach House + Main Home · Hot Tub · Sleeps 14?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Big Glen Lake Estate · Beach House + Main Home · Hot Tub · Sleeps 14?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Big Glen Lake Estate · Beach House + Main Home · Hot Tub · Sleeps 14 located?

This family-friendly Glen Arbor holiday home is located on the waterfront, within a 15-minute walk of Glen Lake and Little Glen Lake. Lake Michigan is 2.2 mi (3.5 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 14 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our family had a wonderful experience at this beautiful property. Tom is an outstanding host. The beach is fantastic - plenty of room for kids to play and adults to relax. We enjoyed the fire pit, the pontoon boat (available for rent from the host), the paddle boards, the kayaks, other beach toys, the extra long picnic table, the generous seating areas, the two well equipped kitchens and grill and the large front yard - so many things to do! The location is close to hiking, the town of Glen Arbor and several Lake Michigan beaches as well as all the National Lakeshore has to offer. I highly recommend! We hope to come back soon.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Easy check in, incredibly attentive host. Beautiful location
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fun in the sun

Tom the owner was a wonderful host!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome Experience

Loved everything about the house and the property. Owner was super helpful. Easy access to the lake. Amazing spaces to sit back and enjoy the relaxed "Up North" experience. Highly recommend!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

We'll be back!

A wonderful place for family to gather. We had never been to Glen Arbor, but when our son and his bride decided to get married there, we looked for a home to stay with our other children and their small children. This was perfect! A lovely location, a fun little beach, and a wonderful host who helped us make the most of our time there. Thank you, Tom, for everything you did for us!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A Wonderful family vacation

This was a perfect location for our yearly family vacation. The home is beautiful and so clean with amazing views from every angle. We all loved the upper deck and spent lots of our time out there. Tom is an incredible host who was easily available and addressed all of our needs. The use of the pontoon boat was an added bonus. Due to mobility issues with one of our family members, we didn’t take advantage of the fantastic beach fire pit but it would be the perfect place to unwind after a day on the lake. And the kids loved the hot tub. Tom provided ample towels and the kitchen had everything we needed to make all of our meals. Thanks Tom for a great vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A Wonderful Vacation

Thomas is the most awesome host! He is very welcoming, responsive to our needs and professional, a genuinely nice man. He was very invested in ensuring we had everything we needed and were having a great time. He went out of his way to bring us local goodies and gave the kids toys and treats. The condo is a good size, immaculate and the furnishings very comfortable. The kitchen is well stocked. I don't know the listing is inaccurate but I was surprised our rental space is on the second floor. Also, the beach (which is wonderful) is across a relatively busy highway-M22, this was a concern because we have such young children. All in all we had a wonderful vacation; loved Thomas, the rental and the area!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Special Memories

Before we even set foot out the door of our own home, Tom, the owner, reached out personally with directions and a welcome that made it feel like we’ve known each other for years. Our arrival? Greeted with wine for relaxation, and later in the week a gourmet quiche in the morning, which was outstanding! Tom isn't just any host; he feels like the friend you’ve had for life, instantly turning moments into memories. The pristine deck became our morning coffee sanctuary, overlooking the serene lake, while the kitchen had updated appliances that made cooking a breeze. But it didn't stop there. Tom's generosity shone brighter when he took us out on his boat, giving our kids the time of their lives with tubing adventures, and even securing us a spot at a hidden gem of a restaurant. This wasn’t just a trip; it was a week filled with moments we’ll treasure forever. 💫
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fabulous Family Vacation on Beautiful Glen Lake

We had the most wonderful family reunion/vacation at this gorgeous home on Glen Lake! After a rough, delayed flight from CA, we were greeted by the most welcoming host, Tom, who supplied us with much-needed snacks and beverages. The house was perfect for our large group of 12. The layout of the home provided plenty of room to gather as a group in the great room or on the patio while still allowing space for the kids to have their own space in the large room with the two queen size beds, large TV, and it's own bathroom. We like to cook family meals at home, and the kitchen was well equipped for cooking with plenty of flatware and dishes as well as a large BBQ and Traeger. We rented the pontoon boat for the week, which we used every day to enjoy the lake, tube, fish, and watch the sunset over the water and the Sleeping Bear Dunes. Tom generously shared all his water toys and his Polaris with us, which made everything so fun and easy. The Polaris was a key as it allowed us to bring my father that has difficulty walking due to arthritis in his hips down from the house to the private beach where he only had to walk a short distance to enjoy the boat, beach, fire pit, and beach cabana. The fire pit was great to gather around in the evening and drink wine and make smores after dinner. Tom was availalbe to answer questions, offer suggestions for restaurants and help with anything we needed. This was truly one of our best vacations as a family! Thank you so much, Tom!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tom is the best. Great times and a great spot
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I cannot say enough positive things about this listing. First, the property is outstanding. The location is great and the amenities are beyond belief. Everything you could possibly need is there. The property is clean and is very spacious, allowing us to feel right at home. The house is great and the beach house is awesome!As for Tom, he is an awesome host. Very friendly, always willing to accommodate your needs, checks in periodically to see if we need anything…can’t say enough about what a great guy he is. Our stay there was “over the top.” We will be back next year! Thank, Tom.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Labor Day

My husband , our son and daughter in law, a 3 and 9 year old loved this property. The kitchen is very well stocked with quality dish ware and glasses. You will find everything you may need. Tom is very responsive and wants you to enjoy your time’
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect!

Beautiful house with an incredible location. Walkable to downtown Glen Arbor, with a view thats worth the price of admission. Plenty of space for the family of five plus a dog. Kids loved tubing and the use of the pontoon right at the end of the dock. Added bonus is the golden retriever Remy, he’s a gem! We loved our time in Glen Arbor and Tom is a phenomenal host. A+ experience all around.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great family get-away on the lake.

Outstanding. The property offered everything: beautiful home, outdoor decks, hot tub, private beach, fire pits, paddle boards, and kayaks. We used them all. The owner also rented us his pontoon boat for the week, and we used it everyday. The owner/property manager lives on site and was one of the biggest assets of the rental. He offered great insights into the best of Glen Arbor. Five star experience.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
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