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Glen Lake - Spectacular Dune Views & Complete Privacy!

Cottage near Lake Michigan in Empire

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 41000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Glen Arbor, MI
  • Place, Glen Lake
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Sleeping Bear Point Coast Guard Station Maritime Museum
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Airport, Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪41 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Empire

On lake.Within a 5-minute walk of this Empire cottage, you'll find Little Glen Lake and Glen Lake. Lake Michigan and Pierce Stocking Scenic Drive are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Little Glen Lake - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Glen Lake - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Crystal River - 4 min drive - 3.4 miles
  • Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore - 5 min drive - 4.7 miles
  • Sleeping Bear Point Coast Guard Station Maritime Museum - 11 min drive - 6.3 miles

Getting around

  • Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cherry Republic - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Mill - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Art's Tavern - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Boonedocks - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Leelanau Coffee Roasting Co. - ‬4 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.

Glen Lake - Spectacular Dune Views & Complete Privacy!

The 'Beach House' on Little Glen Lake was built in the early 20's as part of the old 'Oasis Resort', one of the early resorts that used to operate around the lake. Originally a boathouse, It was converted to a cottage sometime in the late 30's. In 1996 we completely gutted the original building and rebuilt it as a private guest cottage. Surrounded by extensive decks and a shaded private outdoor dining area the cottage sits on a very private setting on the north shore of Little Glen Lake with spectacular views of the surrounding hills, the Sleeping Bear Dunes, and fabulous sunsets.

The water is crystal clear with a sandy bottom and is excellent for swimming and is especially nice for small children as it is shallow for over 100' out. You have your own private dock, and a dedicated mooring is available should you bring your own boat.

The south facing deck in front of the cottage has both chaise lounges and adirondack chairs and is perfect for reading, getting a tan or enjoying a beverage. A canoe and 2 kayaks are available for your use. After dark enjoy a fire and smores in your own private firepit.

Be aware that there is a stairway which you must negotiate to reach the cottage - not steep, 22 steps with several landings. Not appropriate for wheelchairs or walkers.

Keywords: beach front, private,great views, dunes and sunset views.

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchenette
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Tennis
  • Water sports equipment
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours 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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1,000 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

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

Rules

Please make sure the windows are closed on the lake side if you are leaving in case of rain.

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 deadbolt lock
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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. 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 deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Glen Lake Spectacular Dune Views Complete Privacy!
Glen Lake - Spectacular Dune Views & Complete Privacy! Empire
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Frequently asked questions

How close is Glen Lake - Spectacular Dune Views & Complete Privacy! to the airport?

This cottage is 28.7 mi (50-min drive) away from the Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Glen Lake - Spectacular Dune Views & Complete Privacy! have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this cottage.

Does Glen Lake - Spectacular Dune Views & Complete Privacy! offer free breakfast?

This cottage does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Glen Lake - Spectacular Dune Views & Complete Privacy!?

No, there is no casino at this cottage.

What time is check-in at Glen Lake - Spectacular Dune Views & Complete Privacy!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Glen Lake - Spectacular Dune Views & Complete Privacy!?

Free parking is not available at this cottage.

Does Glen Lake - Spectacular Dune Views & Complete Privacy! have a pool?

This cottage does not have a pool.

Does Glen Lake - Spectacular Dune Views & Complete Privacy! have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this cottage.

How close is Glen Lake - Spectacular Dune Views & Complete Privacy! to downtown Empire?

This cottage is 4.9 mi away from Empire.