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*COZY, ROMANTIC, & PRIVATE ON BIG GLEN LAKE*

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A lakeside patio with a table and chairs, a boat, and a row of beach chairs.
A small, single-story building with a sloped roof, a front door, and a small porch.
A wooden cabin kitchen with a stove, dining table, chairs, a coffee maker, and a picture on the wall.
A cozy cabin interior with a wooden ceiling, a sofa, a recliner, a small table, and a window with curtains.
A wooden cabin bedroom with a bed, two bedside tables, a mirror, and a window with curtains.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
Set at the waterfront, this cottage features 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom, accommodating 3 guests. It includes 1 bicycle and offers access to a sauna. Enjoy nearby kayaking, birdwatching, and hiking activities, along with golf options. Explore attractions like Glen Lake and Crystal River for family-friendly adventures.

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Glen Lake
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 3

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue
  • Onsite parking available
  • Air-conditioning
  • Washing machine
  • Internet
  • Kitchenette

Explore the area

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Glen Arbor, MI
  • Place, Glen Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, beach near Downtown Glen Arbor
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Crystal River
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪47 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 3)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Living room pull out couch bed

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Kitchenette
Garden
Dining area

About this property

*COZY, ROMANTIC, & PRIVATE ON BIG GLEN LAKE*

Note: Reservations begin January 15th every year for the coming season.

Charming one bedroom cottage is cozy and private yet just steps to our sugar sand beach and recreational activities. Rental includes access to all Glen Craft amenities, including the beach, paddle boat, fire pit, sauna, etc. Features include living room with vaulted ceiling and fan, new TV, full size pull out couch, electric wall heater, dining table, kitchenette with refrigerator/freezer, range and microwave, airy bedroom with vaulted ceiling, queen bed, ceiling fan. and AC and. Small bathroom with a shower Accommodates up to 3 guests maximum. Great opportunity to enjoy all Big Glen has to offer without the expense of a lakefront rental. Beach usage with chaise lounges, umbrella tables, swim raft and small water crafts. Set back privacy, but no lake view.

Blankets, quilts and pillows are provided. Kitchen and bathroom soaps, paper products, and dish towels provided (shampoo not provided). Sheets and towels are not provided, but can be for an additional $75.

Reservations require the reservation form completed and a 50% deposit. .
Reservations begin January 15th every year.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
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

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1255049vb
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 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

About the area

Glen Arbor

Located in Glen Arbor, this cottage is in a rural area and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and power boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and hiking/biking trails.
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Glen Arbor, MI

What's nearby

  • Glen Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • beach near Downtown Glen Arbor - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Crystal River - 3 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Sleeping Bear Point Coast Guard Station Maritime Museum - 9 min drive - 6.6 km

Getting around

  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 54 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cherry Republic - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Art's Tavern - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Boonedocks - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪River Club Glen Arbor - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Leelanau Coffee Roasting Co. - ‬19 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is *COZY, ROMANTIC, & PRIVATE ON BIG GLEN LAKE* pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at *COZY, ROMANTIC, & PRIVATE ON BIG GLEN LAKE*?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at *COZY, ROMANTIC, & PRIVATE ON BIG GLEN LAKE*?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at *COZY, ROMANTIC, & PRIVATE ON BIG GLEN LAKE*?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is *COZY, ROMANTIC, & PRIVATE ON BIG GLEN LAKE* located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is within 2 miles (3 km) of Glen Lake, Lake Michigan and Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. Crystal River and Little Glen Lake are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 17 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 17 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 17 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Chris is very welcoming, and easy to reach. The place is super clean, and has a nice little kitchen. The property itself is beautiful and quiet. Will continue to book in the future.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 20 September 2026
Thank you Colleen so thankful for your visit!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Glen Lake is my favorite lake and Chris, our host enhanced that. We had a great 2 weeks. The laundry is convenient and helpful. There are other activities to enjoy like kayaks, row boat, shuffleboard, cornhole. Plenty of beach chairs to enjoy the sun. A firepit to sit out and stargaze. My husband loved the grill and we were able to cook all our meals in our cabin. Traverse is convenient as are other areas to explore , hike and rivers to float. Great for all ages.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Glen Lake Cottage

A very clean, cute little cottage with a/c, a private bar-be -que grille and many housekeeping amenities provided for a comfortable stay. Nice well maintained grounds with beautiful beach area and use of a rowboat, paddle boat, paddle board, shuffleboard court, lounge chairs and picnic table with chairs.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Up North Solace

We loved the Ranchette! It was clean and spacious enough for my daughter and I. The property was beautiful and the beach was very nice. We especially loved swimming and sun bathing. Thank you Chris for a wonderful stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Little Cabin!

My husband and I thoroughly enjoyed our stay in the Ranchette. It was super clean, comfortable, quiet and cozy. Just a short walk to the water's edge, where we found the turquoise blue color of Glen Lake absolutely amazing. The owner, Chris, was welcoming and friendly. We had fun exploring the area and kayaking the Upper Platte River. We would highly recommend this little gem, and we hope to come back again someday.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The “cabin” is small but has everything two people need to have a wonderful experience. I’ve been coming to Glen Lake since the 50s so am very familiar with the area! The location is perfect and the sandy beach is great! You can walk out in the water for 100 or more yards before you reach deep water. The lake bottom here is sandy which is not true of all the lake. Other areas have rocks. The host is very accommodating and friendly.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The ranchette was very clean, in a great location. It’s set back a little from the water, but not a far walk. It has access to kayaks, paddle boat etc. we did not swim because of swimmers itch being a potential problem. That wasn’t a big deal because Lake Michigan is a short walk. It was also nice having the town in walking distance. We thought there was a sauna and washer and dryer, however it’s not in the same building. Overall a nice place for two, especially if you’re going to be out exploring most of the time.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Book it!

This place was immaculate and the grounds felt resort-like. Great location. The cabin is larger and nicer than it looks in pictures.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The cabin were original, but very nicely kept. Lots of beach amenities such as paddle boards and beach toys. Property was very nicely kept. There were yard games and grills for all to use. Be advised that sheets and towels aren’t included in the price. The owner, Christian is kind and helpful, but prefers no outside company. We had another family in Glen Arbor stop by for a few hours for a picnic and boating (a small, family thing- not a drunken party) and this was obviously was frowned upon. We wouldn’t not have stayed there had I realized that ahead of time. I don’t like to make anyone feel out out. As long as the above won’t be an issue, it’s a great place for a family getaway. The beach is perfect for kids and it’s a 10 minute walk into town (maybe 15 to lake MI)
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful place to stay

Great location, owners were really friendly. I’m very pleased with the entire setting. I would certainly recommend this to anyone who was interested in looking for a place in the Glen Lake area. I would not hesitate to rent this again next year! Thanks!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cute cottage, beautiful property

Thank you Chris for a lovely stay! We stayed for our honeymoon 30 years ago and had a wonderful time…did not disappoint this time either. Great Lake access for cottage stayers and short walk to town. Perfect location and wonderful host Chris. He surprised us with champagne and flutes and flowers upon arrival knowing it was our 30th anniversary. Great weekend getaway—thanks Chris!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Ranchette

Really nice place. Nicer than it looks in photos. Beach is great.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

awesome location!

Great location, owner very helpful and knowledgeable of the area. Perfect for a couples get a way.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
Verified review

8/10 Good

Great Stay! Close to everything you want beach, town, privacy.

I loved the stay at the Ranchette! The manager was very kind and made sure everything was at hand. We had to make our own bed, but they did provide the linens. We were a little early, but still never had to do that before. Also, I reminded the manager he needs to change the wifi username with the correct password that took a bit, but figured it out. Finally, the cable box didn't work and said it was old I hope he'd make sure everything is in working order before renting out in the future, but I have to say Chris was right on the Internet Provider and were without cable the first two nights and got them out there by the opening Thurs night football game so thanks for that! One more thing he told us checkout was at 10 and it was actually 11, but we had to leave early anyhow. I would also put in the ad that the washer and dryer are not in the ranchette, but in another building I assumed it was and could confuse others later on. These are all minor things and he corrected the cable box. He said he's going to change the wifi username to the corrected one and the other stuff is just has to know what he puts in the ad and what have you. All-in-all it was a great few days and loved Glen Arbor and Sleeping Bear Dunes! Thanks for the experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

good time

The accomodations were impeccable and the owners were warm and friendly.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cozy, everything we needed. Beach and facilities are amazing!

We had an incredible stay in the cozy Ranchette! Literally everything you could need for a great family vacation is right at your fingertips here. Chris, the host, is more than accommodating and checked in daily to see how we were enjoying our stay and offered us several recommendations. Chris has a deep connection to the history of Glen Lake and the surrounding area which was fascinating. The beach is just perfect! Our little ones spent several hours in the shallow, kid friendly waters. We feel restored from our stay here and look forward to returning.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Just as advertised!

My boyfriend and I loved our stay at the Ranchette. The bathroom is a little bit small but we didn't find it an issue at all. Everything else was plenty spacious for us 2. Chris was great to work with and the location was a short drive from town (about half a mile) and a short walk to the lake (just across the property). If you are looking for an adventure on your next trip to Sleeping Bear Dunes or beautiful Glen Arbor, give this place a try. We look forward to coming back for another stay. - Morgan
Stayed 3 nights in May 2018

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