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Murphy's Glen- Big Glen Lake Waterfront

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Property grounds
Outdoor dining
Lakeside
Exterior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 9167.2 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Glen Arbor, MI
  • Glen Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Sleeping Bear Point Coast Guard Station Maritime Museum
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪50 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Murphy's Glen- Big Glen Lake Waterfront

Sleeping Bear Dunes recently received the title of 'Most Beautiful Place in America' from Good Morning America! Glen Lake is highly regarded as one of the most spectacular lakes in the Great Lakes region.

This is a unique mid-century contemporary ranch style vacation home with a finished walk out basement. Our home is a spacious 2,900 sq ft. We have 100 feet of private waterfront on a deep 300 ft. lot. There is a 150 foot long dock with sunning section and a mooring for boats. Water is crystal clear, perfect for swimming, with a sandy lake bottom. Two full-sized decks and a nice bonfire pit along the shore. Many picture windows and sliding glass doors allow a phenomenal view of the lake from indoors. Newly finished basement includes ping-pong, card, and pool tables. The nautical-themed basement also has a cozy fireplace and a sound-system.

Our home is a walk, bike ride, or drive from the lovely shops and restaurants of downtown Glen Arbor. We are in very close proximity to the beautiful Empire Bluffs, Crystal River, Sleeping Bear Dunes, and Lake Michigan.

3 Bedrooms (plus additional room with 3 twin beds)
3 Bathrooms (2 showers total)

We kindly ask for no smoking or pets in our home. Thank you.

Property manager

Edward S Murphy

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
A lease will be provided after the reservation is confirmed. A signed lease is required before check-in.
A cleaning fee is required for bookings less than 7 nights.

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
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Glen Arbor

Located in Glen Arbor, this holiday home is on the waterfront. 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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Glen Arbor, MI

What's nearby

  • Glen Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Little Glen Lake - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Crystal River - 4 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore - 7 min drive - 6.7 km
  • Sleeping Bear Point Coast Guard Station Maritime Museum - 8 min drive - 7.9 km

Getting around

  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cherry Republic - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Arts Tavern - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Boone Dock's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Shipwreck Cafe - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Blu - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Murphy's Glen- Big Glen Lake Waterfront pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Murphy's Glen- Big Glen Lake Waterfront?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Murphy's Glen- Big Glen Lake Waterfront?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Murphy's Glen- Big Glen Lake Waterfront located?

This family-friendly Glen Arbor holiday home is located on the waterfront, within a 10-minute walk of Glen Lake and Little Glen Lake. Lake Michigan is 2.4 mi (3.8 km) away.

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

Kelly H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
June 2023
Loved the privacy of the property and the clean shallow water...the deck/yard was also very comfortable. Hope to visit again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Flora M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect family vacationing
Murphy's Glen is the perfect place for a family vacation. There are plenty of games for kids and kids at heart. The swimming and water sports were outstanding. Plenty of space to eat in and the kitchen was well-stocked with every appliance and utensil imaginable. Plus the whole house was immaculate!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rick R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great getaway!
Wonderful long weekend with friends! The property was awesome, clean and plenty of room. Days spent biking, swimming and laying on the dock. Evenings on the deck. Couldn't be happier with our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing views!
This was a perfect property for a relaxing weekend. The home was super clean and perfect. Plenty of space and the deck was perfect for outdoor meals!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Janice G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Terrific Fun
The house is in immaculate condition and worked out well for our family. Ed Murphy couldn’t have been more helpful making sure we had everything we needed. The basement was amazing and provided fun for everyone. We can’t wait to rent again next year! It’s a wonderful place on a great lot!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Markus G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
water front vacation
Ed was very responsive to my inquiries before and after booking. House and room were founded as listed, everything was clean and in great working order. We enjoyed the basement entertainment and kayaks every day. If you consider staying with a larger group, be aware that the room with the three kids bed is not closed off from the kitchen/living room and that the master is large and gets all the view, while the other two rooms are small and no view. Location is great, literally minutes to go on a hike, mins to run to the store, and yet totally peaceful!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Brad A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Glen Lake Gem
Met all our expectations. Large, fully stocked kitchen, nice eating area for 6 adults and 2 babies, great downstairs area with pool table and ping pong. Loved the large backyard with the fire pit area. Dock and lake were great. Thoroughly enjoyed our week at Murphy’s Glen.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Thomas S.

Great spot
Lovely lawn extends to the beach/lakefront. Comfortable beautiful spot.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Peggy M.

Perfect house and setting
Great, comfortable, well-appointed house with mid-century style and lots of room for the entire family. Rec room offered perfect diversions for a rainy day. Sandy.lake bottom and shallow depth extending well out from the shore made for safe splashing by the kids. We hope to return soon!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Barbra A.

The Perfect Getaway!
Murphy's Glen was perfect! The house was immaculate! Our family of four had a blast playing ping pong, kayaking, grilling and sitting by the water. Awesome hikes were just a few miles away, Glen Arbor down the street and the old fashion drive in movie theatre just 20 minutes away. You will not be disappointed renting Murphy's Glen. Ed, the owner, aims to please. He sent a packet of info beforehand and was even around to greet us when we arrived. This home is a true gem.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Anne H.

A Gem On Glen Lake
My family of four (two young adult children) stayed at Murphy's Glen and had a wonderful time! We were personally greeted upon arrival and shown around the home. The house was immaculate to say the least. The location is simply beautiful! Glen Lake is crystal clear and we commented several times during the week that, if we didn't know better, we would swear we were staying in the Caribbean. The downstairs "fun center" is a blast. We rented bikes right in Glen Arbor and rode over to Glen Haven and the Sand Dunes. The weather was a little cold but we did have a chance to try out the kayaks on site a few times and couldn't believe how tranquil the lake was. The two swans that feed out near the dock daily add to the beauty. So much to do and see we cannot wait to return to Murphy's Glen on beautiful Glen Lake.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Inga C., Traverse City, MI

Labor Day stay
Ed has a wonderful house that is impeccably maintained. We very much enjoyed our stay at Murphy's Glen. There were plenty of things to do indoors and out. Glen Lake is our favorite lake up here. The water is beautiful and the lake is never crowded. Murphy's Glen is ideally situated close to everything. Overall, we give it an A+.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Summer 2012 at Murphy's Glen
Just spent 2 weeks in July at this great spot. I can't say enough about how much we enjoyed all of the fun things to do at the house much less the ones located close by ... I think we did it all ...pontoon boats to rent, lots of kayaking, hit the Dunes, shopping in a lovely little town, discovered the great meat and wine store in Cedar, the spa at the Homestead (2x!!), King salmon charter out of Fishtown, Farmers Markets, Art Fair, Dinners at Blu, Labecasse and Funestrada. Loved sunning by the water and floating in it. Enjoyed cooking on the grill and in the large kitchen. The house is peaceful, comfortable and spacious. We only had one rainy day to play in the giant downstairs! The owner is really nice and easy to work with. Add some more outside chairs ... we'll be back with friends! Thanks so very much, P and D

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