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Bear Haven Cottage at Glen Lake Narrows

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A kitchen with a large island, dark cabinets, and a view of the outdoors.
A living room with a blue wall, a fireplace, a sofa, and a dining area with a table and chairs.
A living room with a sofa, armchair, coffee table, and a rug. There are windows with curtains, a door, and a wall clock.
A bedroom with a wooden bed, two bedside lamps, a small nightstand, and a window with sheer curtains.
A house with a porch, outdoor seating, and a well-lit entrance.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Wildlife at your doorstep
    Guests love spotting wildlife right on the property grounds.
  • Private garden
    A rare find — relax in the peaceful, private garden space.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Glen Lake

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Washing machine
  • Onsite parking available

Explore the area

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Glen Arbor, MI
  • Place, Glen Lake
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Little Glen Lake
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Airport, Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪42 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

Living room

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Glen Arbor

Located in Glen Arbor, this holiday home is on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore and Lake Michigan. Sleeping Bear Point Coast Guard Station Maritime Museum and Burnett Park are also worth visiting. Power boating and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and mountain biking nearby.
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Map
Glen Arbor, MI

What's nearby

  • Glen Lake - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Little Glen Lake - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Crystal River - 5 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Sleeping Bear Point Coast Guard Station Maritime Museum - 12 min drive - 11.2 km

Getting around

  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cherry Republic - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Art's Tavern - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Boonedocks - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪River Club Glen Arbor - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Leelanau Coffee Roasting Co. - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Bear Haven Cottage at Glen Lake Narrows pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Bear Haven Cottage at Glen Lake Narrows?

As of 1 November 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Bear Haven Cottage at Glen Lake Narrows on 2 November 2026 start from NZ$990, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Bear Haven Cottage at Glen Lake Narrows?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Bear Haven Cottage at Glen Lake Narrows?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bear Haven Cottage at Glen Lake Narrows?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Bear Haven Cottage at Glen Lake Narrows located?

Situated on a lake, this holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Glen Lake and Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. Little Glen Lake and Pierce Stocking Scenic Drive are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 49 out of 53 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 53 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 53 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 53 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 53 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a beautiful view of Glen Lake!Bear Haven is close to so many things!Sleeping Bear, Old Mission, Northport, Traverse City, etc.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 19 October 2026
I love the view also Julie. Thank you for your comments, and I am so glad Bear Haven Cottage met your expectations.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent place to stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a beautiful property, great location, Cheryl very easy to communicate with. The cottage is beautifully appointed-nothing was lacking!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 23 July 2026
Thank you Mary. I am very glad you enjoyed your stay at Bear Haven Cottage. We love being in Glen Arbor too. There is so much to do within a few miles.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My husband and I loved our stay at Bear Haven. It is very pretty inside and felt like a perfect home away from home.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very communicative and well kept place!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay

A great, very clean, well furnished, home, convenient to all Leelanau locations.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 13 July 2025
Thank you Chris for your kind words . I am very happy you enjoyed Glen Arbor and the Sleeping Bear Dunes.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The home was clean, comfortable, and had everything we needed for our week getaway!! Very good location. Close to some great beaches, shopping, and quaint small towns. Cheryl was great to work with and we truly enjoyed our stay!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay!

We had a great stay! The house was very clean! Great location!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 1 August 2022
Thank you Ashley for choosing Bear Haven Cottage for your vacation. I am glad your time away was wonderful. Come back.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Haven!

Bear Haven Cottage was awesome! We enjoyed our stay. Perfectly located to get to all of the places you'll want to go quickly! Will stay again...
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 22 October 2024
Thank you for your kind words about Bear Haven Cottage. We are so happy you enjoyed your stay.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place at a fair price for the area. Place was Beautifully decorated and had all the amenities. Very clean and had nice beds and furniture Location is perfect! Close to sleeping bear dunes And Glen Arbor is 5 min away. Even Traverse City is a hour away.Great Lake view from rental too
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 16 September 2025
Thank you Greg for your kind words. I love sitting on the porch and looking out at the water also. Hope you come back.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This home is much more than we expected. It’s beautifully decorated and was very clean. The owner was extremely easy to communicate with and wanted to ensure our stay was perfect. The leaves were starting to turn color which made driving just beautiful. Many nice beaches for rockhounding. Restaurants in town were really good and the coffee shop in the old mill was wonderful. Would definitely stay here again when in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 31 October 2025
Thank you Patricia, You are so sweet. I am so glad you enjoyed Bear Haven Cottage and the Glen Arbor area. I always want guests to have a great time. Come back soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great property! Great location!

We had a great time staying at Bear Haven Cottage. Renters are wonderful! We would definitely recommend to other people!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 30 August 2020
I am so glad you had a wonderful stay discovering Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. I hope you found some great bike trails. Come back any time.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay at the cabin! We were very happy with the cleanliness of the house, which is especially important with a baby crawling around on the floor! We also found this location to be perfect for our visits to Sleeping Bear Dunes, Glen Arbor, Empire, etc all within a close drive. Cheryl was very communicative and had some great recommendations (playground rec was an A)! Would definitely stay here again
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Bear Haven

Great property and great communication!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 22 October 2024
Thanks for the lovely review. We appreciate your kind words and try hard to make Bear Haven Cottage a place guests will enjoy.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely home well supplied

Comfortable with lots of outdoor play area.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 25 July 2024
We are so glad you enjoyed your stay in Northport at Northwood Cottage. Come back!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing Vacation Stay!

Bear Haven is clean, cozy, and comfortable! The decor is inviting and the beds are very comfortable. Well stocked kitchen with all you need. A perfect location to do hiking, biking, boating! A nice place to stay at the end of each adventure we had!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 2 July 2023
Thank you Tracy for your kind words. I am so happy your group enjoyed all the wonderful activities around Glen Arbor. We would love you to come back anytime.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great cottage located near everything area has to offer

Wonderfu
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 11 August 2021
I am so glad your trip was wonderful and that you enjoyed the house as well as the Glen Arbor area. Come back.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great vacation house

We had a wonderful week at Bear Haven! The house was clean, well appointed, and cozy. We loved the decorating. Cheryl was a wonderful host, quick to respond, helpful and friendly. It was a great week!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 22 October 2024
Thank you Roseanne for your kind words. It was a joy to get to meet you while you were in Glen Arbor.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Well located, well equipped and comfortable stay

Everything was most satisfactory. Plenty of room behind the house to play and easy access to lakes and Glen Arbor. Only problem for us was the very soft bed in the master bedroom. À wonderful stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 26 August 2021
We were so happy that you chose Bear Haven Cottage for your trip to the Glen Arbor area. Thank you for your positive review of our house. We work hard to meet people’s expectations. I am sorry the bed was too soft for you, it was a firm mattress and only a few years old., but these are truly peoples preferences. Glad your time was wonderful. Come back.
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Cute and cozy

This property was very cute and cozy. It was a great location and communication with the host was great. I did find the beds to be very uncomfortable and there were some very dusty areas but overall it was an enjoyable stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 15 October 2022
Hello Mariane, I am glad you enjoyed the area and your time away. Our cleaner is pretty impeccable, so I am sorry if she missed something.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Kitchen is fully equipped, no air conditioning, excellent proximity to Glen Arbor and the national lakeshore. We appreciated that garbage bags and dishwasher detergent were available in good quantities.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

College Friends’ Reunion

Perfect location for our annual fall reunion weekend! We enjoyed the local attractions, but even more the cozy living and dining rooms for our late night chats, comedy movie watching and daily breakfasts cooked together. The gas fireplace gave it an extra cozy vibe.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 19 October 2022
Thank you Michele for your kind words. I am so glad you enjoyed your reunion and that the house was perfect for you all.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Comfortable home

The pictures are accurate. The furniture is comfortable and in good condition. Clean!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 28 August 2022
Thank you Emily for your kind words about Bear Haven Cottage. We try to make our home a place you will enjoy. Thanks for renting.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent Location

We have been traveling to the Glen Arbor area for several years now and renting homes during the summer. This cottage has been our favorite thus far, it is exactly as described and in an excellent location near to all the recreation activities the area has to offer, especially Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. We especially enjoyed sitting out on the screened in porch in the evenings. Thank you for a great stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 25 July 2023
Thank you Matthew for these kind words. We are very happy the house helped make your vacation so special. We love how close it is to all of the areas great activities. Come back again. Cheryl
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Summer time fun in Glen Arbor

Great property nestled between Big Glen and little Glen lake. Walking distance to water and marina. Less than five minute drive to Glen Arbor and all its attractions. The house has also been renovated recently.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 20 July 2020
Thank you for your kind review. So happy your time away was wonderful.
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