House in Glen Lake, MI
7 guests · 2 bedrooms · 2 baths
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Rooms
Bedroom 1
2 Singles, 1 King
Bedroom 2
1 Double, 1 Single
Living Room 1
1 Sofa
About this house rental
Shared Beach & Dock | Glen Lake Access | Near Sleeping Bear Dunes | Kayak Rentals Available
Experience the ultimate Up North getaway at this Glen Arbor vacation rental, ideally situated steps from beautiful Glen Lake! Whether you're hiking the Dune Climb at Sleeping Bear Dunes or paddling the Crystal River, this property provides the perfect home base for adventure. Relax on the shared lakeside deck or gather around the fire rings for a memorable Michigan stay. Book now!
-- THE PROPERTY --
SHARED AMENITIES- Boat dock, lake access
OUTDOOR LIVING (shared)- Lakeside deck w/ seating- Beach area, dock & Glen Lake access- Dining area w/ charcoal grill-Gas grill- Multiple fire rings w/ Adirondack chairs- The deck & dock provide a natural division for added beach privacy between units
INDOOR LIVING- Smart TVs, dining table- Books, printer, walk-in closet- Central A/C, geothermal ground heating
KITCHEN- Fridge, stove/oven, dishwasher, microwave- Keurig coffee maker (coffee provided), toaster oven- Cooking basics, dishware/flatware, paper towels/trash bags
ACCESSIBILITY- Stairs required to access, multi-level home
PARKING- Driveway (4 vehicles)
ADDT’L ACCOMMODATIONS- An additional property is available on-site with a separate nightly rate. If you would like to reserve both rentals, please inquire for more information prior to booking
-- THE LOCATION --
- Serene setting w/ direct access to Glen Lake- Close to local wineries & hiking trails- 2 miles to downtown Glen Arbor shops & restaurants- 4-8 miles to Sleeping Bear Dunes attractions: The Dune Climb, Sleeping Bear Heritage Trail, Pierce Stocking Scenic Drive, Glen Haven, Sleeping Bear Dunes Overlook- 20 miles to Historic Fishtown- 25 miles to Traverse City- Convenient location just across the road from Lake access
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-- POLICIES --
- No smoking- Pet friendly w/ $100 fee (+ fees & taxes, max 2)- No events, parties, or large gatherings- Additional fees and taxes may apply- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION- Fireplace not available- Homeowner & occasional guests on-site (separate lower-level unit)- Kayaks are available for rent; please inquire with the host for availability and pricing- The beach, dock, and lakeside deck are shared between both rental homes when both are occupied
SECURITY CAMERA INFORMATION- 1 exterior device- Location: front door- Coverage: entrance
Amenities at Glen Arbor Home w/ Glen Lake Access & Shared Dock!
Free WiFi/internet
Free Parking
Air conditioning
Non-smoking
Pets allowed
TV
Heating
Coffee/tea maker
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Private beach access
Dishwasher
Dryer
Kitchenware
Lake view
Garden
Fireplace
Waterfront
Water view
Private entrance
Shower
Bath or shower
Bathtub
Outdoor Cooking
Family friendly
Ironing facilities
Free toiletries
Towels
Linens
Dining table
Accessible by stairs only
Hairdryer
Carbon monoxide detector
Map of Glen Lake, MI
Ratings and reviews
6 / 10Average·Jun 2026
We recently stayed at this property and had both positive and concerning experiences.
The lake and property are absolutely beautiful. You can walk far into the water before it gets deep, the dock is great and we were able to tie up our boat, and the public launch on Little Glen is only about a mile away. The location is close to Glen Arbor, Sleeping Bear Dunes, Fishtown, and wineries. The home was also well‑stocked, which we appreciated.
However, several issues significantly impacted our stay. When we arrived at 4pm—an hour after check‑in—we were greeted by the owner and two of her friends. They said they didn’t know when we’d be arriving, so they didn’t know when to leave. It felt awkward, and it would have been much more comfortable to settle in privately.
Inside, the upstairs bedroom had a strong, unpleasant odor—something like cat urine, mildew, or old body odor—which made the room unpleasant to use/sleep in.
About four days in, the owner emailed to check in (which was thoughtful), but also mentioned she’d be stopping by before or after work to pick up propane tanks and water plants. She didn’t give a specific time, leaving us unsure when someone might show up. She ultimately never came.
The most serious issue occurred on day five, when the owner arrived with two different friends and stayed in the basement “owner’s suite” for two nights. We were never informed that anyone—let alone the owner and guests—would be staying on the property during our rental. When booking, we were led to believe this was a private, standalone home. I even called the rental company beforehand to confirm this.
This raised major safety concerns:
• The basement door locks only from the owner’s side, meaning we had no way to secure that access point.
• We had no information about who these additional people were, yet they had the ability to walk upstairs into the rental at any time.
• The owner and her guests also parked in the driveway designated for renters. This happened to work out for us, but if we had the maximum number of guests or vehicles, it would have caused problems.
Ultimately, we would not have booked this property had we known the owner would be staying onsite or that guests would be coming and going. We specifically wanted a private rental, and the lack of transparency made us uncomfortable.
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