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Private lakefront house in a great location with a private beach and great views

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A two-story house with a front porch, stone steps, and a well-maintained garden.
A two-story house with a front porch, a stone patio, and a dining table with benches.
A wooden deck with stone steps leading to a beach, surrounded by trees and grass.
A wooden deck with white Adirondack chairs and a white railing.
A two-story house with a front porch, a pathway leading to the entrance, and a surrounding grassy area.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Garage parking available
    Enjoy the convenience of garage parking - a rare offering in the area.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Crystal River

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Toys
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Garage parking available

Explore the area

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

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

4 Single Beds

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Office
Number of living rooms

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10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (21 reviews)
Stunning home with views of Lake Michigan, steps from the beach and downtown

About the area

Glen Arbor

Located in Glen Arbor, this holiday home is on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as fishing.
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Glen Arbor, MI

What's nearby

  • Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Crystal River - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • beach near Downtown Glen Arbor - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Glen Lake - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Sleeping Bear Point Coast Guard Station Maritime Museum - 8 min drive - 5.5 km

Getting around

  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cherry Republic - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Art's Tavern - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Boonedocks - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪River Club Glen Arbor - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Cherry Public House - ‬8 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Private lakefront house in a great location with a private beach and great views pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Private lakefront house in a great location with a private beach and great views?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private lakefront house in a great location with a private beach and great views?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Private lakefront house in a great location with a private beach and great views located?

Nestled on the beach, this Glen Arbor holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Lake Michigan and Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. Crystal River and Glen Lake 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. 7 out of 7 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 7 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect location!!!

Great for family Vaca!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The beach is perfect.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect place for a family ranging from 18 months to age 68. The beach was just out the back door and town a 5 minute walk down the driveway. Very private due to the long driveway through the woods to the street. Couldn’t be better!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Most favorite place...

Blue Bear is the perfect place to stay and enjoy all that Glen Arbor has to offer. With its own idyllic beach on Sleeping Bear Bay, walking distance to town and just across the street from the Heritage Trail, the location CANNOT be beat. The cottage is well appointed and cozy with breathtaking views and sweetly tucked in the woods so it feels "away" even though it's close to everything. Just dreamy. We'll be back again and again.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Wonderful Weekend Retreat!

Beautiful spacious three bedroom home with 6 beds and a fully stocked kitchen. We truly appreciated and enjoyed the large private Lake Michigan property! The house was situated far from the road and we only heard the soft lapping of water against the shore. It was wonderful to return to the peace and quiet of the lake after a day of hiking and exploring the area. Within walking distance to Glen Arbor shops and restaurants.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Lakeview haven

We just finished a wonderful stay at Blue Bear. We loved the quiet and being right on Lake Michigan with a beautiful private sandy beach; yet, just a short walk down the road, and we were in the lovely, bustling town of Glen Arbor. Inside, the house was fully furnished, and the kitchen had all the amenities one could want. The Heritage Trail was less than a half mile from the home. Overall, it was a great place to stay for both the location and the comfortably furnished home. We would definitely stay at Blue Bear again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
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