Hilltop Haven Down the Street from Glen Lake with lake access

4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 16

Popular amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Explore the area

Maple City, MI

Glen Lake7 min walk
Crystal River11 min drive
Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore13 min drive
Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)45 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 16)

Bedroom #1 Master queen bed

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom #2 main level queen bed

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom #3 lower level queen bed + full bunk beds

1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Bedroom #4 lower level queen bed + full bunk bed

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Lower Level

Toilet · Shower only

Main level half bath

Toilet

Master bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Balcony

Separate dining area

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Northwest Michigan voted one of CNN Travel's The best places to visit for 2024!!

Welcome to our Hilltop Haven! Whether you would like swim in the turquoise waters of beautiful Glen Lake, relax on the sandy beaches of Lake Michigan, climb the majestic Sleeping Bear National Lakeshore Sand Dunes, bike the Heritage Trail, hike Pyramid Point, hit the ski slopes or enjoy the beautiful fall colors on a wine tour, our home is perfectly located to enjoy all that amazing northern Michigan has to offer all year long.

Our spacious home is ideal for multiple families wanting to stay together to create a lifetime of memories. Glen Lake is at the end of our street (5 houses up) with lake access at the road end. Tons of beautiful beach options within ten minutes. Launch a kayak or SUP. We have two bikes here for use as well. Close to downtown Glen Arbor (less than 10 minutes), Sleeping Bear National Lakeshore, the Heritage Trail. 25 minutes to Traverse City for the Traverse City Film and Cherry Festivals. So much to see and do!

No events, bachelor/bachelorette/wedding party groups please.

Updated home can accommodate a large family, two or three families or a group. Sleeps up to 16 (8 beds even though home page says 7-will not update). On the main level is the kitchen, dining area, living room, guest half bathroom, laundry, master bedroom #1, master bath, walk-in closet, and guest bedroom #2, access to front and back patios. Lower level are bedrooms #3 and #4, full bath, rec room and walk-out to the front yard. Outside backyard includes dining and seating areas for enjoying the beautiful summer and autumn evenings, grill, additional seating area with fire pit, elevated camping area in woods with a second fire pit. Please put out fire after use with sand in metal tin. New appliances, dishwasher, washer/dryer, disposal, microwave, counter-top stove and oven. Air conditioning. Great kitchen and pantry. Big bathrooms and showers.

For safety and security, please be advised there is an outdoor security camera but NOT in the entertaining areas, video only. NO events please. Absolutely NO smoking on the property. Please be respectful of neighbors. NO pets. You will be asked to leave premises if these house rules are broken.

High speed internet!

Property manager

Enrico Schaefer & Reham Alexander

Premier Host

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Pool

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 35

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

SECURITY CAMERA ON-SITE (for our security and yours, which is always on and located outside the garage facing driveway, not in entertaining areas.)

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Maple City

Located in Maple City, this holiday home is on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore and Lake Michigan. Travelling with kids? Consider Sleeping Bear Point Coast Guard Station Maritime Museum, or check out an event or a game at Turtle Creek Stadium. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Maple City, MI

What's nearby

Glen Lake - 7 min walk
Little Glen Lake - 7 min drive
Crystal River - 11 min drive
Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore - 13 min drive
Sleeping Bear Point Coast Guard Station Maritime Museum - 17 min drive

Getting around

Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

Cherry Public House | Glen Arbor - 11 min drive
Boone Dock's - 11 min drive
Peg Town Station - 8 min drive
Arts Tavern - 11 min drive
Cherry Republic - 11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Hilltop Haven Down the Street from Glen Lake with lake access pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Hilltop Haven Down the Street from Glen Lake with lake access?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Hilltop Haven Down the Street from Glen Lake with lake access?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Hilltop Haven Down the Street from Glen Lake with lake access located?

This family-friendly Maple City holiday home is located on a lake, 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Glen Lake, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Little Glen Lake and Bright Lake. Crystal River and Pierce Stocking Scenic Drive are also within 6 miles (10 km).

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Laura W.

12 August 2023

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

Great Stay

House perfect size for our friends/ family gathering of 13! Lots of space. Game room downstairs was perfect for the many teenagers. Outside social area was also great! Location is a bit away from Glen Arbor… about 10 min. Kids enjoyed paddle board and kayak. House is packed with everything you need! Beds were comfy…. House was very clean. Our host was super helpful with check in and all reminders.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

John C.

6 August 2023

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

July 2023 Stay

My family and I had a great experience staying at the Hilltop Haven property! Very nice home - comfortable, clean and well equipped. It was centrally located to everything we wanted to do. Kayak and paddle board were a nice bonus. Open floor plan, comfortable beds, front deck and back yard sitting area made it a very comfortable and relaxing vacation with our extended family. We also rented a boat and jet skis in Glen Arbor a short distance away. We highly recommend this property and would definitely like to come back. Thank you!

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leah P.

1 July 2023

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

Awesome experience for family and friends

This was our fifth time visiting northern Michigan for the summer, and we wanted to stay closer to Sleeping Bear instead of Traverse City, and this VRBO was exactly what we were looking for. We traveled with two other families with kids and everyone had space to spread out. The house is well-appointed with everything that you could possibly need for a vacation—from a well-stocked kitchen, bathrooms, and laundry room to games and entertainment both indoors and in the backyard. The owners were very communicative and responsive and gave great suggestions. It’s nicely located close to many outdoor activities, and is about 30 minutes east of downtown TC. Overall, it was an amazing experience and we would love to stay here again.

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sheryl W.

13 June 2023

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

Get Exactly What You See!

I booked this VRBO a while back, while planning a large friend gathering near the TC area to do some wine tasting and exploring the area. The property owners has been great with communication and keeping me informed. They allowed my group and early check in, which was super appreciated and helpful. They answered any and all questions I had leading up to the stay and during our stay. This house/property looks exactly like the pictures posted and is fully stocked with everything you could need! The kitchen was full stocked, bathrooms were stocked with toilet paper, toiletries, towels, etc., the house had lots of extra blankets and linens for use. The property is located less than a 5 minute walk from private lake access. They also include use of kayaks, life jackets, bikes, etc. to enjoy while here. There a bar/restaurant and a little ice cream shop that has alcohol and other last minute needs in walking distance. It’s about a 20-30ish minute drive to downtown Traverse City. This property was comfortable and had everything my large group needed for our long weekend stay. It’s close to things you might need/want to access. It’s in a quiet little quaint town and was just overall a wonderful experience!

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelsey L.

30 May 2023

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

Clean house, nice property, good location!

My friends and I stayed at the “Hilltop Haven” for a bachelorette party and had a great time. Living room/kitchen is a great open concept for a large group. The house was very clean and well-stocked. Lawn was great for games.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

About the host

Hosted by Enrico Schaefer & Reham Alexander

Hosts: Enrico Schaefer and Reham Alexander (husband and wife)

Why they chose this property

Northern Michigan is one of the most beautiful, most majestic places on earth. We have both grown up enjoying the beauty of this place and making memories with our families and we want the same for you. Our home is large enough for families to stay together and create memories of their own. Our home is down the street from Glen Lake. There is a public access area there for swimming as well as a another park/beach which is less than a 10 minute walk perfect for swimming, BBQs, picnics and a playground. We have a pool table, foosball, ping pong table, 2 big decks with BBQ grill for all your entertaining needs. Less than 10 minute drive to downtown Glen Arbor & 25 minutes to beautiful Traverse City. House is NOT on the water, but just down the street about 150 yards. Lots of Lake MI beach options within 10 minutes.