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Charming home near the lake with a fireplace, central AC, washer/dryer & grill

Vacation home near Lake Michigan in Glen Arbor

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A small, single-story house with a porch, a covered patio, and a garage.
A house surrounded by a wooded area with a gravel driveway.
A room with a dining table, two chairs, a sofa, a fireplace, and a large arched window.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a microwave, and a dining area with chairs.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a dishwasher, a dining table, and a large window with a view.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathrooms1200 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Glen Arbor, MI
  • Place, Crystal River
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Glen Lake
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Airport, Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪46 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Glen Arbor

Downtown Glen Arbor stay.Within a 15-minute walk of this Downtown Glen Arbor vacation home, you'll find Lake Michigan and Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. Also, Crystal River is within half a mile (1 km) and Glen Lake is within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Crystal River - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • beach near Downtown Glen Arbor - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Glen Lake - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Sleeping Bear Point Coast Guard Station Maritime Museum - 7 min drive - 3.4 miles

Getting around

  • Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cherry Republic - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Art's Tavern - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Boonedocks - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪River Club Glen Arbor - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Leelanau Coffee Roasting Co. - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Charming home near the lake with a fireplace, central AC, washer/dryer & grill

Summary:

Dancin' Bear



The Space:

This charming two-bedroom home in Glen Arbor is half a block to Lake Michigan and walking distance to the shops and restaurants of downtown. Inside, relax in the comfort of the living room. Gather for a group movie night. Prepare meals together in the well-appointed kitchen. Keep warm by the fireplace on chilly nights. When you’re not at the lake, lounge on the peaceful back deck, it’s the perfect place to enjoy a good book. It also makes an idyllic setting for dinner. Grill and then dien alfresco together. However you choose to spend your time, this home is where vacation memories are made. THINGS TO KNOW Summer rentals are Sunday to Sunday. This property is managed by VueStay Vacations. Michigan Real Estate license #6505433797.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 1,200 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Charming home near the lake with a fireplace, central AC, washer/dryer & grill to the airport?

This vacation home is 33 mi (46-min drive) away from the Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Charming home near the lake with a fireplace, central AC, washer/dryer & grill have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does Charming home near the lake with a fireplace, central AC, washer/dryer & grill offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Charming home near the lake with a fireplace, central AC, washer/dryer & grill?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Charming home near the lake with a fireplace, central AC, washer/dryer & grill?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Charming home near the lake with a fireplace, central AC, washer/dryer & grill?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Charming home near the lake with a fireplace, central AC, washer/dryer & grill have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Charming home near the lake with a fireplace, central AC, washer/dryer & grill have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Charming home near the lake with a fireplace, central AC, washer/dryer & grill to downtown Glen Arbor?

This vacation home is 0.1 mi away from Glen Arbor.

Charming home near the lake with a fireplace, central AC, washer/dryer & grill Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 18 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 18 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 18 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 18 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Michael B.

Dancing Bear

Excellent place. We look forward to our next stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stephen A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The home is well furnished and equipped. Everything in Glen Arbor is within walking distance, and a beautiful Lake Michigan beach is right at the end of the street. It’s a great choice for a Sleeping Bear Dunes trip.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Due D.

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

Glen Arbor

Great place
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Stacy E.

Enjoyed our stay!

Great location! 3 minute walk to beach, shops and restaurants. Home was clean and has plenty of room for a family or a getaway for two like we did. We would definitely come back!!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jeremy P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful time at this property. Perfect location and had everything we needed. It’s a little bit dated, but it’s a vacation rental. There are a couple of “upgrades” we would recommend: A coat rack, hand towel rack by the sink in the bathroom. Overall, a nice, quiet place. Perfect for two couples.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Alexa S.

Great stay right downtown

Great up north cabin feel, clean and as expected from the listing. Easy access into the house upon arrival.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Erica O.

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

Great Location

Awesome location to walk to everything! House was perfectly stocked even had tons of games we enjoyed. So much room!! Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Landon S.

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

Cute and comfy

The kids loved the loft! Nice and close to the water.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

kathleen k.

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

Mother’s Day trip

The house was perfect for our Mother’s Day trip. It was four girls and we slept comfortably. The house location was walking distance to everything we wanted to see in town! The beach was done the road as well. Will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Jodi C.

Dancin' Bear

Great location - you can easily walk anywhere in Glen Arbor.
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Timothy T.

needs some work on the outside. looks like part of the fence is going to collapse.

nice central location.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Lindsey M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house was the perfect location for the things we wanted to do. It's close to the beach, Leland, and Traverse City. Great location for local shopping and dining. We loved the two king sized beds and sofa bed. The kitchen had everything we needed to cook meals from Costco. The home is charming. Yes, there is some peeling paint and cosmetic updates needed, but if are looking for a comfortable, central location this is it.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
From a partner site

2/10 Terrible

Paul N.

Bats living in the attic, providing unpleasant odor.

Excellent location
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Irene F.

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

Perfect location - comfortable house

We could walk to the beach, walk to groceries and restaurants, and, it was perfectly quiet and private. It wasn't clear from property description that second full bathroom adjoined the upstairs/loft bedroom but it did! We enjoyed our stay thoroughly and hope to return.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Mary Ellen W.

Great Location

Nice floor plan. But house is tired. Stained shower. Peeling exterior paint. Very old furniture. Would book again if I had to, but not with excited anticipation
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Debra S.

Very comfortable home

Dancing Bear was a very nice place to spend the weekend. Perfect for two couples. It was very clean. We spent alot of time playing cards and games at the kitchen table. The only negative was the gas fireplace didn't work. It would have been nice to be able to use it since it was a cold and rainy weekend.
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Diane B.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
We wanted an early check-in. We called several times and were told that if the property was cleaned early we would be notified. Check in was at 4:00 - we were there at 3:00. Non one was around but we couldn't enter the property because no one bothered to let us know that the it was ready.The place was very dirty. The floor hadn't been cleaned for a long time. There was dust bunnies and dirt all over the floors. I thought there was a nut shell on the floor, but it was actually an old piece of bacon from a prior visit.A lots of little things: shortage of hangers, burned out light bulbs, and 80% of the louver closets doors had hardware that was broken.There was cracked or broken dry wall in the kitchen and bathrooms. Definitely needs a serious cleaning.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026