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Private lakefront house in great location with private beach, 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

  • Wildlife at your doorstep

    Guests love spotting wildlife right on the property grounds.

  • 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
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 10

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

Where you'll sleep

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

About this property

Private lakefront house in great location with private beach, great views

Summary:

Blue Bear



The Space:

Find a true escape in the luxe comfort of this two-story lakefront home! This home away from home offers the best of both worlds: a private location in a beautiful wooded setting and very close to town. You can walk or bike to everything and there is no need to take the car at all. Hikers will be pleased to know that Heritage Trail and Alligator Trail are right here - only two blocks away. Walk to the coffee shop and grocery store as well. In addition, you will enjoy 100 feet of private Lake Michigan beach frontage, and when you are at the beach, you would never know it's so close to town! Inside, this air-conditioned retreat enjoys a welcoming living area with beautiful vistas of north and south Manitou islands, inviting sofas, and a smart TV with streaming and cable to keep you entertained during your stay. The kitchen has been appointed with all the major appliances needed to prepare delicious homemade treats for everyone and even try new recipes. Enjoy your feast indoors or on the lakefront deck with impressive views. Things to Know Check-in time: 4:00 PM Check-out time: 10:00 AM All guests shall abide by The Good Neighbor policy and shall not engage in illegal activity. Quiet hours are from 10:00 PM to 8:00 AM No smoking is permitted anywhere on the premises. This property is managed by VueStay Vacations. Michigan Real Estate license #6505433797.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 AM

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

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Events

No events allowed

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Pets

No pets allowed

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Guests must be 25 years of age. Any guest under the age of 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian throughout the entirety of the stay.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 5241003vb
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

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
  • ‪Leelanau Coffee Roasting Co. - ‬8 min walk

Frequently asked questions

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

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

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

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

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

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Private lakefront house in great location with private beach, 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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