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SPECTACULAR VIEWS - Glen Lake, Lake MI, Sleeping Bear Point, Glen Arbor getaway

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Terrace/patio
Dining
Living area
Living area

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 6232.3 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Gym
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Maple City, MI
  • Glen Lake
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Crystal River
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪55 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Guest Room - 2 XLTwins

2 Single Beds

Guest Room - Queen

1 Queen Bed

Primary Bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Entry Half Bath

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Hair dryer

Guest Full Bath

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Primary Bath

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

SPECTACULAR VIEWS - Glen Lake, Lake MI, Sleeping Bear Point, Glen Arbor getaway

Spacious and secluded cabin located just outside Glen Arbor on a ridge top overlooking Big Glen Lake in it's entirety, the Narrows Bridge, Sleeping Bear Point and Lake Michigan. VIEWS VIEWS VIEWS...enjoy the nature and lake views that surround you from the large walk around deck, and un-obstructed 180-degree views from almost every room in the house!

This home is perfect if you are looking for an escape to relax and recharge, a place to gather and connect with family and friends, or a “home base” to enjoy the many attractions and outdoor adventures Leelanau county and northern Michigan has to offer.

As you enter the home, you are greeted by a large lower level mud room with plenty of “out-of-the-way” storage for your belongings, and a half bath. Head up the stairway to the large open main level living and your breath is likely to be taken away by the views over Glen Lake, Sleeping Bear Point and Lake Michigan. The cabin boasts a traditional A-frame style, with a comfortable modern lodge feel. The open living area features a large vaulted ceiling with floor to ceiling windows and a natural stone fireplace, open concept kitchen, and dining area. The kitchen is updated (2019) with new appliances and a large kitchen island for gathering around.

The primary bedroom suite, with large primary bath and walk-in shower along with the two guest bedrooms and another full bath are also on the main level. A dedicated laundry space is available for guest use. A loft area continues with amazing views of the lake and is set up with a new 65-inch smart TV, ample seating for movie or game night, and a small work space.

A short ~ 7-minute drive to downtown Glen Arbor (most of this is getting down from the ridge top that affords you the beautiful views and quiet serenity). The village of Glen Arbor offers shopping, dining, bicycle and kayak rental. Jump on the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore Heritage trail at the Crystal River trail head just 5-minutes drive “down the hill” from the cabin and enjoy miles of scenic bicycle riding and access to secluded beaches. Reach the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore attractions (e.g. Pierce Stocking Drive, Dune Climb) within a 15-minute drive and leave the tourists behind as you return to your quiet retreat. Explore all that Leelanau county and the peninsula has to offer - - beaches, trails and conservancy lands to hike or bike, historical farms and farmers markets, fishing, and shopping and dining in the quant towns of Leland, Northport and Suttons Bay. Boat rentals are available on Lake Leelanau and Big Glen lake where you can enjoy the pristine clear waters on a pontoon or ski boat. If food and wine is your thing, you have easy access to the Leelanau Peninsula Wine Trail and Traverse City. Enjoy the scenic winding countryside drive to reach many of these destinations. A vacation guide with recommendations will be provided after booking.

Special note to future guests: The private drive to reach the cabin and seasonal short-cut to town include some unpaved hilly roads.

Property manager

Kim Walker
Premier Host

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Gym

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Steep driveway and hillside, wide open stairway.
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Events

No events allowed
Violation - early termination of Rental AGMT, fine
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Violation - early termination of Rental AGMT, fine
We hold a strict policy on # of guests, no parties, no smoking, no pets. Refer to rental agreement for details and penalties if rules are violated.
Guests must place garbage in provided bin by 7am Wednesdays, and before check-out. Property Mgt will be on site to pick up/return bin on Wednesdays.
Parking is not permitted in the garage. Access to the garage is permitted for outdoor games and equipment, bike storage, and garbage drop only.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: Violation - early termination of Rental AGMT, fine
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Maple City

Located in Maple City, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. Travelling with kids? Consider Sleeping Bear Point Coast Guard Station Maritime Museum and Burnett Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Maple City, MI

What's nearby

  • Glen Lake - 4 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Crystal River - 9 min drive - 6.3 km
  • Little Glen Lake - 13 min drive - 10.5 km
  • Sleeping Bear Point Coast Guard Station Maritime Museum - 15 min drive - 11.0 km
  • Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore - 17 min drive - 14.3 km

Getting around

  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Peg Town Station - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Cherry Republic - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Arts Tavern - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Boone Dock's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Broomstack Kitchen And Taphouse - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is SPECTACULAR VIEWS - Glen Lake, Lake MI, Sleeping Bear Point, Glen Arbor getaway pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at SPECTACULAR VIEWS - Glen Lake, Lake MI, Sleeping Bear Point, Glen Arbor getaway?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at SPECTACULAR VIEWS - Glen Lake, Lake MI, Sleeping Bear Point, Glen Arbor getaway?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is SPECTACULAR VIEWS - Glen Lake, Lake MI, Sleeping Bear Point, Glen Arbor getaway located?

This family-friendly Maple City holiday home is located on a lake, 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Glen Lake, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Lake Michigan and Crystal River. Sleeping Bear Point Coast Guard Station Maritime Museum and Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Libby M.

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

Stunning Views

Lovely, quiet and comfortable home with a beautiful view.
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

John C.

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

Glen Arbor Dream House

This house exceeded all our expectations! Spacious and a layout that gives you incredible views of Glen Lake and Lake Michigan not to mention the stargazing off the back deck. A property to thoroughly enjoy if you’re looking for the perfect getaway!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael T.

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

Great spot

Best views of Glen lake. Our 3rd time staying at the cabin. Great location near Glen arbor and everything the sleeping bear dunes has to offer
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy B.

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

Beautiful home & views

We absolutely enjoyed our stay at this wonderful property. The views are breathtaking and the home is so nice & comfortable. The thoughtful touches throughout were so appreciated and just helped make the stay enjoyable. The house is well stocked, especially the kitchen, bathrooms, and household supplies in general. You will not regret booking this home!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cindi R.

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

Stunning vacation home! Gorgeous area to visit!

This is an incredible property, absolutely gorgeous. The view of the Glen Lakes and Lake Michigan are so beautiful and serene. Spending evenings on the deck in the high deck chairs enjoying the sunset after cooking out on the grill was such a pleasure. The house itself was so incredibly clean and well decorated. The furniture was over the top comfortable. Husband enjoyed Watch TV in the loft in the late afternoon. The designer kitchen with its gorgeous huge island, five burner gas stove and cabinet microwave was amazing. Kim provided everything from you could possibly need and more. Comfortable beds and bedding plus perfect quiet made for a great nights sleep. Kim provided wonderful suggestions for activities and we did most. We really loved biking the Heritage trail twice! The hikes to Empire Bluff and Alligator Hill were great. Our favorite day was traveling up to the lighthouse in Northport stopping at the beautiful Good Harbor beach on the way and finishing the day with whitefish in Leland. We have been recently traveling to Petoskey area, but really loved Glen Arbor, it has a real up north feeling. Also, if you are a mountain biker there is a trail right down the road! I can’t say enough about the beauty of the home as well as the area, loved it! Kim was a great host and very responsive, thanks for everything.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rob G.

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

Great property!

Very comfortable , clean property. Everything was as pictured or better! No issues with anything at all. Would definitely stay here again if back in this area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

John H.

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

Another Awesome Experience

The Walker's home is always a delight to visit. We also had perfect weather, which made our stay even that much more enjoyable. Sunsets on the deck were incredible!! Kim is always great to work with any questions. Will definitely be back.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Viktoria F.

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

The View!

This is a secluded spot perfect for unwinding, gazing at the stars at night and a gorgeous view of the sparkling waters on Glen Lake during the day. Spectacular sunsets at twilight. The house is impeccably clean. Really enjoyed the retreat.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Celia K., Comstock Park, MI

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

A northern paradise

I booked this home for a long weekend stay with family and when everyone walked up to the main level and saw the views, they were wowed. They hadn’t seen photos beforehand, but even if they had, it wouldn’t do it justice. Everything from appliances to furniture and linens were clean, high quality and comfortable. This is the nicest, most well-stocked VRBO we’ve been in and we’ve been to more than a few. Thank you, Kim! We hope to be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert D.

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

Home on the Hill.

Wonderful home with a large deck and beautiful views of Glen Lake. Everything was fist class, we will return.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daniel O.

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

Perfect location

Far better than what I thought was advertised. Owners take great care of the property
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

John H., Rockford, MI

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

Up North Tranquility

Another great experience at the Walker’s beautiful home.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Catherine G.

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

Great rental

The rental was equipped with nice amenities, we had everything we needed.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Corinne S.

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

WOW---Breathtaking Beauty

This is one incredible property. The pictures are 100% accurate. The cabin is amazing. The views on the deck overlooking Glenn Lake and the dunes are second to none. The cabin is so well equipped and has everything you need. The furniture is so comfortable and set up perfectly. This is a super clean unbelievable getaway. Kim is an in incredible host that provides everything you need. The cabin is on a fantastic location that gives you seclusion while only less than 10 minutes from Glen Arbor. I can't wait to try and come up for the fall colors. It is hard to leave the cabin when your arrive. The outdoor grill and kitchen are perfect for eating dinner on the deck watching the sunsets. 5+++ Stars Thanks Kim for a memorable stay! We will be back.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Curt R.

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

Fantastic Views and Accommodations at Glen Arbor and Glen Lake

We had a fantastic time at this VRBO cabin - it felt like a lodge rather than a cabin - beautiful facility and magnificent views of Glen Lake, Sleeping Bear Point and Lake Michigan. We have been going to the Traverse City and Leelanau Peninsula off and on for about two decades and this was by far the best place that we stayed. For the things we wanted to do (nature, dune climb, golf, exploring the coasts, wineries and breweries) this was near it all (within 15-20 minute drives) - cant' say enough good things about this cabin and also the owners and their helpfulness...hope to be back again someday but for August 2023 we will be heading to another VRBO in the Great Smokey Mountains area with our kids and grandkids (a group of 10 of us).
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chad D., Chicago

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

Beautiful home with a great view of Glen Lake

Short and simple, it has a great location near Glen Arbor, a lot to do around the area with beaches, dunes, kayaking, etc.... The house has a spacious kitchen, dining room table, and is super convenient to cook from. Took family and kids and the place was perfect for them.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kristy B.

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

Fabulous stay!

We had a fabulous stay at this cabin in Maple City! The cabin was in amazing shape and the views from the deck were gorgeous. The cabin was beyond comfortable and the owners went above and beyond (laundry detergent, extra garbage bags, toiletries in case they were forgotten - and the list goes on and on). The owners even provided a list of things to do in the area once they heard what my family enjoyed. We honestly could not have asked for a better place to stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chelsie N.

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

Perfect Family Getaway

We loved our stay - it was the perfect place to bring family from out of town and escape the city. Ideally located in a secluded area but so close to anything you could need.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

John H., Rockford, MI

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

Beautiful Home on the ridge

First rate home on a wonderful piece of property. Quiet and relaxing with everything you need. Top quality kitchen, bedrooms, bathrooms and living space. Views of Glen Lake and Lake Michigan are spectacular. Super clean. Owner responsive to any questions. Road to get up to home is a bit rough but worth it.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Susan S., Sand Lake MI

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

Beautiful wooded home!

The Walker's place is well stocked with everything you could need! We enjoyed watching tennis, after busy days of cycling in the sleeping bear trails and visiting the Lake Michigan shoreline. A lovely experience, highly recommended! The home is in excellent condition, well cared for and very comfortable!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Susan P., Chicago, IL

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

Lovely Getaway!

Beautiful, well-appointed home with a stunning view. The place was amazing. Comfortable and relaxing. We loved how it was up on the hill. It had everything we needed and the suggestions for activities were spot on. We can't wait to come back!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

jessica t.

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

Magical -we were so sad to leave

Our family had the best week at Kim’s cabin. The pictures don’t do it justice- the views are incredible and the cabin is beautiful. We had drinks and dinner on the deck at night watching the sunset, the kids loved the game room in the garage (corn hole, ping ping, darts). The house was spotless and comfortable. We really couldn’t have asked for anything better and Kim was great giving tips of things to do. It was the best vacation we have had in years and we hope to be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Beth B.

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

Lovely Up North Vacation Spot.

The view was wonderful being able to see Big Glen and Little Glen Lakes, Lake Michigan and Sand Dunes from deck and front windows. The property is so peaceful yet minutes away from hiking, biking, glorious beaches, shopping and restaurants. The house was extremely organized and all the small details were attended to. We look forward to a return trip!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Michael T.

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

Summer vacation

Great location short drive to Glen Arbor. Beautiful views of big glen lake. Very clean and spacious. Would stay again
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

David W., Davidson, NC 28036

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

Up North

Property is very well equipped to host families in a fantastic setting overlooking Glen Lake. Owners were very accommodating providing a list of restaurants and sites within the area to visit. Very enjoyable experience! Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

About the host

Hosted by Kim Walker

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Our profile photo is from the overlook on Alligator Hill (via snow shoes in the Winter!). We love to explore and enjoy many outdoor adventures. Our dogs, Max (deceased) & Bogey (6) have joined us on many adventures. We have hiked all over the area, enjoyed the beaches, rivers to kayak, lakes to boat / swim, the bike trails, farmers markets, restaurants, breweries, wineries, and more and love to share suggestions with our guests. Just ask!

Why they chose this property

We had not spent much time in the area prior to purchasing this home. We love cozy cabins and when we saw the view from this one we just had to go see it. Every time we visit we get to experience the views from a different perspective, rain or shine, cloudy or sunny, morning or night, it always amazes and brings a sort of calm you don't find anywhere else.

What makes this property unique

The cabin is nicely secluded and nestled in a wooded area, yet so close to so many things. It serves as a perfect relaxing and fun gathering space with family and friends, as well as a "hub" to get out and enjoy nature and all that Northern (lower peninsula) Michigan has to offer!

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests