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A room with large windows, a chessboard, wicker furniture, and a view of the beach.
A beach setting with a fire pit, wooden benches, and white Adirondack chairs.
A two-story house with a front porch, a pathway leading to the entrance, and a surrounding grassy area.
A dining area with wicker chairs, a wooden table, and a chandelier.
A spacious living room with a fireplace, large windows, and a view of the outdoors.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathrooms2500 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach view

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

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About the neighborhood

Glen Arbor

On the beach.Within a 15-minute walk of the vacation home, you'll find Lake Michigan and Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. Crystal River and Glen Lake are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Crystal River - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • beach near Downtown Glen Arbor - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Glen Lake - 2 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Traverse City Beach - 45 min drive - 38.4 miles

Getting around

  • Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Art's Tavern - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Boonedocks - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Leelanau Coffee Roasting Co. - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Blu - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Trattoria Funistrada - ‬11 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

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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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby

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: 2,500 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

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 Private lakefront house in great location with private beach, great views to the airport?

This vacation home is 32.9 mi (47-min drive) away from the Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Private lakefront house in great location with private beach, great views have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Private lakefront house in great location with private beach, great views to the beach?

This vacation home is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Private lakefront house in great location with private beach, great views offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Private lakefront house in great location with private beach, great views?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

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

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Private lakefront house in great location with private beach, great views?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Private lakefront house in great location with private beach, great views have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Private lakefront house in great location with private beach, great views have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Private lakefront house in great location with private beach, great views to downtown Glen Arbor?

This vacation home is 0.3 mi away from Glen Arbor.

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

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kamran I.

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

Jan L.

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

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth B.

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

Megan V.

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

Wendy S.

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

Marianna F.

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

Karen M.

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