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Historic Glen Lake Cottage with Private Waterfront Access

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A forested path leading to a body of water with a dock visible in the distance.
A cabin with a wooden deck, large windows, and potted plants.
A cozy room with a wicker chair, a floral sofa, a table with a book, a lamp, and a window with a view of trees.
A kitchen with a stove, sink, wooden cabinets, and a window with a view of trees.
A wooden cabin interior with a dining table, chairs, and a fireplace.

Reviews

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

Highlights

  • On the beach
    A rare beachfront property in the area - enjoy direct access to the beach and sea.
  • 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

  • On beach
  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Pet-friendly
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Glen Arbor, MI
  • Place, Glen Lake
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Little Glen Lake
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Crystal River
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪44 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Blue Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Brown Bedroom

2 Single Beds

Pink Bedroom

2 Double Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom #1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Bathroom #2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Dining area

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About the area

Glen Arbor

Located in Glen Arbor, this cottage is on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or try out other outdoor activities such as sledging and snowmobiling.
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Glen Arbor, MI

What's nearby

  • Glen Lake - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Little Glen Lake - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Crystal River - 3 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore - 3 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Sleeping Bear Point Coast Guard Station Maritime Museum - 10 min drive - 8.3 km

Getting around

  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

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

Frequently asked questions

Is Historic Glen Lake Cottage with Private Waterfront Access pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Historic Glen Lake Cottage with Private Waterfront Access?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Historic Glen Lake Cottage with Private Waterfront Access?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historic Glen Lake Cottage with Private Waterfront Access?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Historic Glen Lake Cottage with Private Waterfront Access located?

Nestled on the beach, this Glen Arbor cottage is steps from Glen Lake and 2 mi (3.2 km) from Lake Michigan. Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore and Little Glen Lake 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. 29 out of 31 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 31 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 31 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 31 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 31 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

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
Blue Jay has the old lake cabin vibe but with a modern shower. The front porch is a perfect place for morning coffee and a happy hour drink. The beds are comfortable and all necessities are included. Had a wonderful stay and would stay again.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage had an issue upon checking in. Cindy went to great lengths to make it right and make our stay easy and enjoyable. We appreciated her hospitality and look forward to visiting her again!! The lake was beautiful and the entire area is like a storybook. We would highly recommend Cindy and her beautiful property.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 6 October 2026
You gals were so gracious and accommodating in the midst of uncertainty. It all worked out, but I will be forever grateful for your understanding. We have had the most wonderful people at the old cottage this summer. I count my blessings.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We fell in love with this place! The charm, the peace, the history, the nostalgia.Cynthia was a great host. Flexible. Accessible. Kind.We want to come back next summer!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 12 August 2026
We are so very blessed to have great families like yours that appreciate the older cottage setting and simple fun times. Hopefully we look forward to having you come back many summers!!! Thanks much-Cindy
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cindy is the best!!! We had a great time. great towels, fully stocked, even down to the q tips. She is so thoughtful, we have never experienced a property owner like Cindy. So happy we stayed and met her.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 13 July 2026
Thanks so much for your kindness. We are so lucky to have such great folks visit us in our summer paradise💕We've also got to meet some fun dogs🐶 which we love.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely historic cottage, comfortable, well equipped and perfectly located on beautiful Glen Lake. Close to all area attractions yet still feels tucked away.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This historic cottage was charming, spacious and clean. It was very well stocked for enjoying the lake and local area, and the kitchen was very usable. The location is great for the area and the lake is amazing. Renting the kayaks was fun, though we didn't really use them enough to probably justify the cost for the week. But they're great to have, to enjoy the dock and the lake. Cindy was always responsive before hand and during the stay, answering questions very promptly and kindly.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 19 August 2026
Thank you Luke for your kind words of review. What a fun family you have. We enjoyed your stay and would love to have you back anytime!!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We were a group of 4 adults, ages 19-72 and we all loved the property! It was cozy, clean and perfect for a week up north. The bedding and towels (and beach towels) were wonderful, and we appreciated all the nice touches like having plenty of coffee, paper products, soaps, etc. We prepared most of our meals in the adorable kitchen, and it had everything we needed. The proximity to Glen Arbor and all the beauty of Sleeping Bear Dunes and the Leelanau peninsula made this an ideal locationl Cindy is a wonderful host and we thoroughly loved our stay. Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It is a very nice, cozy cottage!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Cabin on Glen Lake! Cindy is a fantastic host- helpful and responsive!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing to stay at a historic cottage with such a rich history and so much charm. Perfect location, private dock to enjoy, close to the marina, Sleeping Bear Dunes, Glen Arbor and other destinations within a close drive. Great host as well!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 26 July 2025
Thank you for staying with us. We appreciate your kind comments. We hope to have you back again. -Cindy
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lots of character and great location

Beautiful Glen Lake beach access, charming cottage with 100 years of character and, responsive hosts sums up our experience. Thanks Cindy and Morgan, for helping us and making our stay so enjoyable!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a pet friendly cottage on M22 with access to Big Glen. The host was very accommodating & the property was probably the cleanest we have experienced in years of renting in the area. Two bathrooms & three bedrooms. Lots of thoughtful little touches were provided— cinnamon rolls, beach towels, laundry products, etc. This is a 100 year old cottage so no AC. Fans were situated in every room, which helped. There is a lovely private beach across M22. Too bad Glen Arbor has not put in a trail along Big Glen like there is along Little Glen. You have to be very cautious when walking or biking. Wonderful hosts.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Michigan Family Week

We had a great time! Everything was beautiful and Glen Lake was warm and lovely as always!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 11 September 2023
So glad you enjoyed yourself. Robin
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Slice of Heaven

From the rustic, cozy cabin complete with everything you need for a comfortable stay, to the dreamy sunrise reflections off the lake, to Kris's attentive and kind hospitality, made the Blue Jay an exceptional experience.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 11 September 2023
Thank you so much! Hope to see you again! We enjoyed meeting you and glad you enjoyed your time. You didn't have to worry about the sponge holder but thank you for the kind gesture and all the goodies you left. Take care and stay safe.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Rob

The rustic cabin had a great vibe that screamed summer camp! The cottage was very clean. The owner assisted us throughout our stay to make sure we had everything we needed.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 15 July 2025
Thank you for the review and for choosing to stay with us Robert! Cheers.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Vacation

The property was just as described.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 20 August 2024
Thank you for the review Carol!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

vacation

excellent
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 11 September 2023
Thank you. We enjoyed having you!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

25th Anniversary trip with the Family

It was nice! Had just about everything we needed and more. Ate meals there most days & loved the dining space. This location is one of our favorite spots in Michigan. Enjoyed the lake with a boat & jet skis. Went to many nearby beaches, had nightly fires either at the cottage or at the beach. Even had the northern lights show up in some of my night pictures on the dock. We had plenty of space and Cindy was very attentive to any messages/questions.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Historic Delight

Thank you so much for providing an escape from our daily responsibilities to spend a nostalgic week of smells, sights and memories of our summers spent on beautiful Big Glen. Robin was attentive and quick to address our needs, and the cottage was equipped with what we needed. We did what we wished, cooked or didn't cook as we pleased, and watched cousins enjoy the company of each other. Thanks for the memories, and we hope to return! -Nannette Boulet Dahlquist
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Glen Lake Getaway

My great aunt has been coming up to Glen Lake for 70 years (but not for 5 years), joined my father, me and my wife to escape the heat. The cottage reminded my aunt of all the quaintness of cottages around the lake. We enjoyed the very comfortable 3 bedrooms and spent most of the time on the front porch admiring the lake view. We were 5 minutes from Glen Arbor and 15 minutes from the many trails and views from the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Park. Kris was a great host communicating with us regularly as needed and anticipating our needs
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 11 September 2023
Thank you so much Mark! We enjoyed having you stay at Blue Jay Cottage🌿
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family Cottage

Wonderful! This cottage was in my family from 1940s until 1980s. So wonderful to experience this place with my family! We came from WA state to experience my dads memories and make our own. Robin was wonderful as our host!! This is part of her family memories for decades and means a lot to her and it shows. A great time sharing and reminiscing. Awesome that some cottages are left as they were from 100yrs ago!! Robin and her brother are working hard to make this a place to enjoy again and again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 11 September 2023
It was so lovely to meet you and your family. Thank you so much for sharing your memories. I will add your father’s writings to our book, very fun to hear. I understand why this space has so filled with love, it came that way. Can’t wait until your next visit.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cindy has been the most gracious host. We really enjoyed our stay here in this very loved and charming cottage. Beds were very comfortable too. Love the location and the view across the lake is beautiful! Enjoyed the seating and deck on the lake. Thank you again. We will definitely be back! Laura and Rob.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great value and location. Historic cottage has real charm and the lake access and proximity to town and sleeping bear dunes is a real plus. Cindy is a wonderful host!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful, quaint and clean.

Loved this cabin. Kitchen drawers were labeled and very well stocked. Plenty of towels and great location. Even the toilet paper was better than most hotels! Will definitely come back.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place to stay

Great location close to Heritage bike trail and Glen Arbor, rode our bikes to both. Cottage is historic and rustic but very comfortable. Beds are comfortable, and Kris provides really nice good quality towels. The awesome front porch overlooking Big Glen across the street was a great place to read a book. We had a wonderful time and Kris was an amazing host, she literally thinks of everything!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
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