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A beautiful resort cottage on Big Glen Lake with a tennis court and kayaks

Maple City vacation home with kitchen

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Living area
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Property grounds
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Maple City, MI
  • Place, Glen Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Sleeping Bear Point Coast Guard Station Maritime Museum
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Airport, Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪42 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Maple City

On waterfront.A stay at this vacation home places you within half a mile (1 km) of Glen Lake and 6 miles (10 km) of Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. Lake Michigan and Crystal River are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Glen Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Crystal River - 7 min drive - 4.3 miles
  • Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore - 7 min drive - 5.2 miles
  • Sleeping Bear Point Coast Guard Station Maritime Museum - 15 min drive - 8.6 miles
  • Traverse City Beach - 40 min drive - 32.4 miles

Getting around

  • Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pegtown Station - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Art's Tavern - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Cherry Republic - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪La Becasse - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Broomstack Kitchen And Taphouse - ‬12 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.

A beautiful resort cottage on Big Glen Lake with a tennis court and kayaks

Escape from it all at Brookhaven Resort on the beautiful sapphire-blue Big Glen Lake! One of five cottages with shared access to 150' of water frontage, tennis court, basketball court, and row boats. Gather around the shared fire pit for s'mores and sunsets overlooking Alligator Hill in the Sleeping Bear Dunes area. The cabin is one level, faces west, at the end of a quiet street, and sleeps four. It can be reserved for weeks only during the summer season.

There is one queen and two twins. The full kitchen (no dishwasher) has a charcoal grill and a picnic table. There is also WIFI. There is no TV or phone, so there are no worries at this peaceful location, only minutes from the village of Glen Arbor.

Quick drives to the Sleeping Bear Dunes, shopping, dining, kayaking, hiking, and more. Big Glen Lake is great for kids. Crystal clean water and no severe drop-offs. Boating, fishing, and swimming--enjoy them all!

No air conditioning. No smoking. No pets.

-- THE PROPERTY --

Sleeps 4.

Bedroom 1: queen bed || Bedroom 2: twin bed (2)

OUTDOORS: charcoal grill, fire pit, kayaks, canoes, row boats, enclosed screen porch, tennis court (racquets not provided)

INDOORS: WIFI, games, NO TV

KITCHEN: cookware, coffee maker, full kitchen, oven, microwave, refrigerator, stove, toaster, dishes & utensils, dining table

GENERAL: linens & towels, iron & board, heating, NO A/C

PARKING: space for 2 vehicles

-- POLICIES --

- No pets allowed

- No smoking

- No events, parties, or large gatherings

- Must be at least 18 years old to book

- Additional fees and taxes may apply

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Porch/lanai

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the bay
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak

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)
  • Fire extinguisher

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Contactless check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 18

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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

1118-9080

Vrbo Property

Frequently asked questions

How close is A beautiful resort cottage on Big Glen Lake with a tennis court and kayaks to the airport?

This vacation home is 29.4 mi (45-min drive) away from the Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does A beautiful resort cottage on Big Glen Lake with a tennis court and kayaks have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does A beautiful resort cottage on Big Glen Lake with a tennis court and kayaks offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at A beautiful resort cottage on Big Glen Lake with a tennis court and kayaks?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at A beautiful resort cottage on Big Glen Lake with a tennis court and kayaks?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at A beautiful resort cottage on Big Glen Lake with a tennis court and kayaks?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does A beautiful resort cottage on Big Glen Lake with a tennis court and kayaks have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does A beautiful resort cottage on Big Glen Lake with a tennis court and kayaks have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is A beautiful resort cottage on Big Glen Lake with a tennis court and kayaks to downtown Maple City?

This vacation home is 4.2 mi away from Maple City.

A beautiful resort cottage on Big Glen Lake with a tennis court and kayaks Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 48 out of 68 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 68 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 68 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 68 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 68 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Terry V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Iit was perfect. The rental agency reached out to me a couple of times just to assure all was well. I liked that a lot, it shows above and beyond to me.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Lori R.

Liked: Cleanliness
We thoroughly enjoyed our week at the cottage. It is clean and provides the basics for a nice stay. The view of Glen Lake from our place was lovely and we really enjoyed the cozy, little screened in porch! I think this size cottage is better suited for one or two people but you could certainly fit three or four if you really like each other! We have vacationed in this area for decades and would definitely consider this little location again, while enjoying one of our favorite spots on the planet!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cute cottage with an amazing beach view

The cottage is steps away from the lake.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Serena J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Stunning

It was perfect. From the beautiful view from our living room of the lake, to the firpit lake side, to the kayaks, paddle boards, canoes and boats, we didnt want to leave! We will definitely be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Color Tour Up North

Perfect view of Glen Lake and beautiful Fall Colors. Looks like it would be a sweet spot to stay in the Summer also. Very clean, easy access, close to anywhere you would want to drive for all of the sweet spots of Up North!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Hajer

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities
Nice location, right by the lake. Great if you want a peaceful vacation. Cabin is good too, only downside is the lack of AC, it gets very hot and cleaning crew being hour late to leave on arrival. Otherwise we had no issues and would reccomend this stay to others
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Phyllis R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice place later in the summer

This is a genuine lakeshore cabin with a 1950’s feel. Small but comfortable with great access to Lake Glen. Lots of construction happening for first day and half so quite noisy but got more peaceful after work was done. Seems we were the first guest of the summer and they weren’t quite ready for us. Host was helpful with suggestions of places to go and things to do. Had a great hike among the dunes.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bill S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Golf Trip

Very tiny shower, barely manageable. Very quaint and small, but quite nice, old school for sure. Beautiful setting on the water with gorgeous views.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

David N.

Liked: Cleanliness

it's simple place with great view of lake.

The property is as advertised there nothing fancy about the place. The place in comfortable and very relaxing
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Steve L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Glen Lake

Great place to relax and enjoy the sunset, it rained some while we were there but didn’t dampen our experience. Sleeping Bear Dunes just down the road and good pizza from Bears Paw.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kristen S.

Best cabin experience we've had so far!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: My husband and I recently stayed in one of the cabins on Brookhaven and were super impressed with it. Everything was clean when we arrived and the cabin had everything we needed to make some really nice meals. We didn't have to haul our kayaks with us and enjoyed fishing and exploring and fishing on the water with some kayaks available to everyone. Will definitely be back next summer and would come back again this year if the space were available :)

10/10 Excellent

jean f.

Just the Best!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Always love a visit to this place! Quiet, beautiful and relaxing. Our family comes every year for the past decade. The cottage is comfy and CLEAN, the new heater kept us cozy on the chilly night (and we appreciated the text reminding us how to use it!) the lake was warm and clear, the campfires were safe and socially distanced, and our visit was safe and wonderful! We’re already booked again for next year!

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Cabin 2 Brookhaven Glen Lake

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The location was excellent and Glen Lake was beautiful. The cabin was in good condition and clean. The one thing that was sub-par was the size of the shower. It was very small and tight even though we are of average size. This shower would have been difficult to use for a large person. Overall we had a great experience and would consider staying there again.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Beautiful

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Glen Lake is beautiful and the surrounding area as well. Enjoyed the peaceful tranquility. Screened in porch was a bonus and sofa super comfy. Did not encounter any need to contact owner or property management. Will definitely rent again. Only complaint is that shower curtain was moldy and should be washed or replaced prior to new renter coming in. Did not want to leave!!

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Might recommend

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was very happy with the location. I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: If a person doesn't mind certain things people usually need, then I would recommend. However, our unit needed some updating. The coffee pot was very hard to use, no outlet close by it available and was broken and very dirty. The vacuum was not working well, if at all and starting smoking, no broom available for indoor use. The fridge was in a weird place and hard to get into. Needed a window air conditioner because our unit was set back into the trees so no breeze at night. The porch was great, but could use updating. The comforters need washing and a towel exchange mid-week is definitely needed without asking. The rocks going out into the water were not expected at all because I was told it was a sand bottom. It was rather disappointing. I loved having the kayaks, the owner Kip was awesome and really nice, the fishing lake was fun but the boat got filled with rain water. The fire pit was awesome and Kip helped with wood availability. Overall, we did a lot off site, at the location was GREAT, but needs some work on the place.

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

I recommend this vacation rental

Rating Details: I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. I was more than happy with the location. The vacation rental was somewhat dirty. The property manager was adequately helpful. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The location is beautiful. The cabins are basic but comfortable enough. Our main complaint is that the kitchen and living area were not very clean on our arrival.