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Beautiful Gem on Little Glen Lake

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A wooden dock extending into a clear lake, surrounded by lush greenery and a house in the background.
A spacious living room with a high ceiling, a dining area with a chandelier, and large windows offering views of the outdoors.
A wooden dock leading to a modern house with a sloped roof, surrounded by trees and a body of water.
A covered outdoor seating area with wicker furniture and a table, surrounded by a garden and trees.
A kitchen with wooden flooring, white cabinets, a central island, and a dining area with chairs.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Scenic water view
    Relax and unwind with top-rated water views, offering a scenic experience.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • By the lake
    Guests love the beautiful lakefront location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Glen Lake

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine
  • Onsite parking available

Explore the area

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

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bunk Room

2 Double Bunk Beds

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Main Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master Bathroom

Toilet

Second Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area

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About the area

Empire

Located in Empire, this holiday home is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore and Lake Michigan. Sleeping Bear Point Coast Guard Station Maritime Museum and Burnett Park are also worth visiting. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing, snowboarding and skiing, and don't miss out on the sledging.
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Empire, MI

What's nearby

  • Little Glen Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Glen Lake - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Crystal River - 6 min drive - 7.2 km
  • Sleeping Bear Point Coast Guard Station Maritime Museum - 12 min drive - 11.9 km

Getting around

  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cherry Republic - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Art's Tavern - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Boonedocks - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪River Club Glen Arbor - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Leelanau Coffee Roasting Co. - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful Gem on Little Glen Lake pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Beautiful Gem on Little Glen Lake?

As of 31 Oct, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Beautiful Gem on Little Glen Lake on 13 May, 2027 start from S$7,331, 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 Beautiful Gem on Little Glen Lake?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Beautiful Gem on Little Glen Lake?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful Gem on Little Glen Lake?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful Gem on Little Glen Lake located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Little Glen Lake and Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. Glen Lake and Pierce Stocking Scenic Drive are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 50 out of 54 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 54 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 54 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 54 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 54 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

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
Wonderful property on Little Glen. The property manager was fantastic! Very communicative, kind, and helpful. The house was clean and comfortable with everything we needed. My family enjoyed our stay and will definitely return next summer.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location
Ok
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect property to spend a weekend with friends. Love sitting out on the deck and enjoying the view.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Weekend getaway with friends

We had a great time enjoying this property. The patio and dock were our favorite spots. We enjoyed it so much we booked it for next year!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Just perfect!

We had a wonderful time staying at this beautiful home on Little Glen. It was perfect for our family of 6 - we hope to come back again!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Glen Heaven

Beautiful location and house. It was perfect for our family!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The manager Katie is THE best . Awesome job. She is spot on for everything you need. Cottage was nice and clean.
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely!

Clean, clean, clean. Beautiful place, stunning views. Can’t go wrong here.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Mar, 2020
Thanks so much Eileen! Hope you are able to come enjoy the lake again soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful week

We had a great week! We loved the house. It was wonderful. Great location. Kids loved the sandbar and boating. Short drive into town. Couldn’t ask for more!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place on Little Glen Lake

Great communication from the outset. Very helpful. Great place with great views and lake front. Perfect for a family. Daughter loved the binoculars to look around the lake from the patio and dock.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect week!

The property was just as presented and worked out beautifully. We were blessed with good weather and a great time! ❤️
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Charming house on Little Glen Lake

I recommend this lovely home! It is wonderfully situated on Little Glen Lake allowing all of the fun activities in the lake. It was clean and well stocked with everything you could possibly need. There were plenty of comfortable beds for all of your guests. We had excellent communication from the property manager plus easy check in and check out information.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Little Glen gem

Charming house. Very clean and well appointed. Many comfortable bunks. Had absolutely everything we needed. No fire pit for s’mores (gas) but nothing to complain about! Perfect stay - we booked for next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A wonderful place to stay on Little Glen Lake

We stayed here with our family of 5, including 3 adult children. There was plenty of space for all of us, with plenty of sleep space and a nice open space in the kitchen and living room for family to hang out together. The pictures are accurate— this home is clean, bright, and inviting. The kitchen and bathrooms were thoughtfully well stocked and we had everything we needed. The setting is serene, with quiet neighbors and a beautiful view of the lake. We slept well, beds and furniture are comfortable. Thank you to Katie for being such an inviting and helpful host. We would definitely love to stay here again when vacationing in the area.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Week in paradise!

This property on Glen Lake was an absolute delight. The lake's crystal-clear waters made it easy for the kids to play in the water all day, literally. The sand bar went at least 100' out, so our kids didn't event need lifejackets. We hooked our pontoon boat on the mooring ball, which was super convenient. Glen Lake offered endless opportunities for tubing, wakeboarding, relaxation and sunset watching. The house totally surpassed our expectations - it looks better in real life than their pictures. The owners' meticulous attention to detail was evident in every aspect of the property, from the inviting living spaces to the well-appointed bedrooms. The interior design created a cozy haven where we could unwind after a day of exploring the beauty of Glen Lake. Our 4 kids absolutely loved sleeping in the queen bunkbeds! The last huge plus for this property is the amount of parking. When visiting popular destinations, parking can often be a source of frustration. However, that was not the case here with 3-4 parking spaces! Great location, incredible house, we'll be booking again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect “on the lake” cottage!

Beautiful view of Little Glen from patio door off kitchen and eat in area. Across lake was the Sleeping Bear Dune hike. Such a nice set up for several families staying at once. Plenty of bathrooms and beds too! Decorated adorably in a comfy cottage style!! Clean as could be too!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family summer vacation

We had a wonderful vacation here! The property was perfect for our family. It was clean, spacious, and well equipped. The view and the lake were beautiful, and we spent a lot of time on the dock and swimming in the lake. We would stay here again in a heartbeat!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Dock sitting delight

Great location with a beautiful view. We would definitely return!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fun Family Vacation

This vacation rental was perfect for our family. It was very clean and it had everything we needed to make our stay enjoyable. The sandy bottom lake was so much fun for the little ones and all of the adults. The location was close to Glen Arbor and Empire, and only about a half hour from Traverse City. Our only criticism was the lack of cable TV. The TV was great and it has/ streaming with the availability to watch movies and shows, but we missed the live programming that cable provides. Overall, we loved the rental property and would definitely book it again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Again!

We are repeat customers for a reason. 5 stars for all categories.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Cute little lake house

House looked just liked described in the posting. Very clean! Beds were comfortable. Kitchen had everything we needed. Location was great - close to Glen Arbor and Sleeping Bear Dunes. Thanks for sharing!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location and amazing sunset views!

We stayed at this property with our two kids and two friends-- the space was great and location even better; close to the dunes, Glen Arbor and more. We'd recommend to anyone considering!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect

I highly recommend this property. It is very spacious ( probably a little more than my family of 4 needed) and is in a great location. The lake is absolutely beautiful and we enjoyed swimming and watching the ducks. The lake is very shallow for a ways out so safe for younger kids. The house itself has a great layout. It is well stocked with nice cutlery, dishes and cookware. The beds (even kid’s beds) were very comfortable. Good quality towels, sheets and pillows were a great touch. WiFi worked great! Katie the manager was great. We never had issues but she was very easily available via text. Lastly I must say that this house was extremely clean! The cleanest I have ever stayed in! Their crew is top notch! Thank you for the great vacation!!!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful views and the perfect location

This property is way better than the pictures show. It is spacious and cozy/comfy. The bedrooms are large and beds are wonderful. The bunk room for our kids (12,10, 8 and 5) was perfect. The location is great. 5 mins to the dunes, empire, Glen Arbor. It’s all right there. Katie was amazing w our check in and giving us the lay of the land. The fire pit on the patio is the best to enjoy your morning coffee or evening cocktail. We can’t wait to come back. The home is really clean and just very welcoming.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Enjoy the view!

The view out the lakeside window is amazing! The shallow sand bottom lake is perfect for young kids! Enjoyed the towns of Glen Arbor and Leland.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
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