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Spacious Lakefront Retreat w/ 2 Homes, Private Beach, Docks & Amazing Location
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5 bedrooms4+ bathroomsSleeps 14
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Glen Arbor, MI
- Glen Lake1 min walk
- Sleeping Bear Point Coast Guard Station Maritime Museum7 min drive
- Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore8 min drive
- Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)44 min drive
Rooms & beds
5 bedrooms (sleeps 14)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
2 Single Beds
Bedroom 5
1 Double Sofa Bed
Tonawathya Bedroom 3
1 King Bed
Tonawathya Bedroom 4
1 Single Bed and 1 King Bed
Tonawathya Bedroom 5
1 King Bed
4 bathrooms, 2 half bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 2
Toilet · Shower only
Tonawathya Bathroom 2
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Tonawathya Bathroom 3
Toilet · Shower only
Tonawathya Bathroom 3
Toilet
Tonawathya Bathroom 4
Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining Area
About this property
Spacious Lakefront Retreat w/ 2 Homes, Private Beach, Docks & Amazing Location
Multiple families coming together for an unforgettable vacation on the lake? Tonawathya Retreat is beckoning! Along your own private stretch of sandy beach on Big Glen Lake, you’ll have access to all the space and amenities of two amazing lakefront homes, making this the perfect spot to make memories with family and friends.
BONUS! If you don’t need both homes for your vacation, check out the separate listings for the Annex (2 bedrooms) and Tonawathya (3 bedrooms).
Living Spaces
The larger of the two, Tonawathya boasts a welcoming open living area that’s bright, airy, and super spacious with vaulted ceilings and a huge wall of windows overlooking the lake. It’s the perfect place to gather, with tons of seating options, a flatscreen TV for family movie nights, and a gas fireplace to make rainy days extra cozy. And the slightly retro vibe makes the space feel just like home.
Next door, the slightly smaller Annex mimics the living space in Tonawathya. It also has vaulted ceilings, an open layout, and tons of windows. With a huge comfy sectional, it’s a super cozy spot. You’ll have a hard time deciding which living room to hang out in!
Kitchen & Dining
With two homes come two kitchens!
In Tonawathya, the light, bright, fully-equipped kitchen features white shaker-style cabinets, fun light fixtures, two kitchen islands, and huge windows showcasing the lake. There are multiple places to dine, from the eat-in kitchen table and stools at the kitchen island to a formal dining table for six and a cozy breakfast table for two.
In the Annex, the kitchen is completely open to the living space, with a large two-tier island that offers plenty of prep space and bar seating for four. Gather for meals (or family game nights) at the huge wooden dining table for six.
Bedrooms & Baths
With five bedrooms, 4 full and 2 half baths, and endless lake views, there is plenty of space for everyone to spread out across two homes. It’s the ideal setup for two families to each have their own space (and their own house!) but you can divvy up the spacious bedrooms however you choose.
In Tonawathya:
Bedroom 1: Primary suite on the main level, King bed, lake views, flatscreen TV, and full ensuite bathroom with a shower
Bedroom 2: On the lower level, King and twin bed, lake views, and attached half bath
Bedroom 3: On the lower level, Queen and twin bed, lake views, flatscreen TV, and ensuite bathroom with shower
Bathroom 1: Primary ensuite, shower
Bathroom 2: Bedroom 2’s half bath
Bathroom 3: Bedroom 3’s ensuite, shower
Bathroom 4: Half bath off the kitchen area
In the Annex:
Bedroom 1: Primary suite, King bed, access to deck, and ensuite bathroom with a shower
Bedroom 2: Two twin beds, and attached full bathroom
Extra: Queen sleeper sofa in the living room
Bathroom 1: Primary ensuite, shower
Bathroom 2: Full bath with shower
Outdoor Amenities
With two houses you get double the lakefront! Both homes have large decks with steps down to your own huge expanse of private beach on Big Glen Lake. Rent or bring your own boat and jet skis – Tonawathya Retreat has moorings and a jet ski hoist to make getting out on the water easy. Hang out on the swim platform, float in the water, fire up the grill on the deck, and gather around the fire pit just steps from the lake. With amenities like this, you’ll never want to leave!
BONUS! If you don’t need both homes for your vacation, check out the separate listings for the Annex (2 bedrooms) and Tonawathya (3 bedrooms).
Living Spaces
The larger of the two, Tonawathya boasts a welcoming open living area that’s bright, airy, and super spacious with vaulted ceilings and a huge wall of windows overlooking the lake. It’s the perfect place to gather, with tons of seating options, a flatscreen TV for family movie nights, and a gas fireplace to make rainy days extra cozy. And the slightly retro vibe makes the space feel just like home.
Next door, the slightly smaller Annex mimics the living space in Tonawathya. It also has vaulted ceilings, an open layout, and tons of windows. With a huge comfy sectional, it’s a super cozy spot. You’ll have a hard time deciding which living room to hang out in!
Kitchen & Dining
With two homes come two kitchens!
In Tonawathya, the light, bright, fully-equipped kitchen features white shaker-style cabinets, fun light fixtures, two kitchen islands, and huge windows showcasing the lake. There are multiple places to dine, from the eat-in kitchen table and stools at the kitchen island to a formal dining table for six and a cozy breakfast table for two.
In the Annex, the kitchen is completely open to the living space, with a large two-tier island that offers plenty of prep space and bar seating for four. Gather for meals (or family game nights) at the huge wooden dining table for six.
Bedrooms & Baths
With five bedrooms, 4 full and 2 half baths, and endless lake views, there is plenty of space for everyone to spread out across two homes. It’s the ideal setup for two families to each have their own space (and their own house!) but you can divvy up the spacious bedrooms however you choose.
In Tonawathya:
Bedroom 1: Primary suite on the main level, King bed, lake views, flatscreen TV, and full ensuite bathroom with a shower
Bedroom 2: On the lower level, King and twin bed, lake views, and attached half bath
Bedroom 3: On the lower level, Queen and twin bed, lake views, flatscreen TV, and ensuite bathroom with shower
Bathroom 1: Primary ensuite, shower
Bathroom 2: Bedroom 2’s half bath
Bathroom 3: Bedroom 3’s ensuite, shower
Bathroom 4: Half bath off the kitchen area
In the Annex:
Bedroom 1: Primary suite, King bed, access to deck, and ensuite bathroom with a shower
Bedroom 2: Two twin beds, and attached full bathroom
Extra: Queen sleeper sofa in the living room
Bathroom 1: Primary ensuite, shower
Bathroom 2: Full bath with shower
Outdoor Amenities
With two houses you get double the lakefront! Both homes have large decks with steps down to your own huge expanse of private beach on Big Glen Lake. Rent or bring your own boat and jet skis – Tonawathya Retreat has moorings and a jet ski hoist to make getting out on the water easy. Hang out on the swim platform, float in the water, fire up the grill on the deck, and gather around the fire pit just steps from the lake. With amenities like this, you’ll never want to leave!
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Amenities
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Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill
Fireplace
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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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
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About the area
Glen Arbor
Located in Glen Arbor, this holiday home is in the city centre and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and horse riding nearby.

Glen Arbor, MI
What's nearby
- Glen Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
- Little Glen Lake - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
- Crystal River - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
- Sleeping Bear Point Coast Guard Station Maritime Museum - 7 min drive - 6.5 km
- Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore - 8 min drive - 8.1 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Cherry Republic - 2 min drive
- Arts Tavern - 2 min drive
- Boone Dock's - 2 min drive
- Shipwreck Cafe - 10 min drive
- Blu - 3 min drive
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