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Dragonfly at the Homestead

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Fabulous Beach!
Living area
Water views!
Bathroom
Crystal River!

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Washer

Explore the area

Map
Glen Arbor, MI
  • Crystal River
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Glen Lake
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪54 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Office
Balcony

About this property

Dragonfly at the Homestead

Summary:
Newly renovated Homestead condo includes 3 bedrooms plus a fold-out and couch sleeps 7. Splash your kayak in the river or stroll just a few steps across the bridge to the pristine beach on Sleeping Bear Bay. Enjoy your days on the beach or at nearby Glen Arbor and Sleeping Bear Dunes and let the fabulous sunset views seal the deal on your memory bucket list! Minutes to Glen Arbor, Leland, Traverse City, wineries, great restaurants, the National Park, kayak and bike rentals and so much more!

The Space:
This unit is a 2nd floor condo. There is a twin bedroom on the main floor and upstairs there is the King bedroom and full bedroom with a trundle.

Guest Access:
Keys are in a key box on the door

The Neighborhood:
Sun Dance Condos at The Homestead Resort

Interaction with Guests:
As needed

Property manager

Robin Vilter and Neil Dumford
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
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

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 and a first aid kit

About the area

Glen Arbor

Located in Glen Arbor, this condo is on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore.
Map
Glen Arbor, MI

What's nearby

  • Crystal River - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Glen Lake - 5 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Little Glen Lake - 8 min drive - 7.6 km
  • Sleeping Bear Point Coast Guard Station Maritime Museum - 11 min drive - 8.3 km
  • Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore - 12 min drive - 14.1 km

Getting around

  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cherry Republic - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Arts Tavern - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Boone Dock's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Blu - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Leelanau Coffee Roasting Co. - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Dragonfly at the Homestead pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Dragonfly at the Homestead?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Dragonfly at the Homestead?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Dragonfly at the Homestead located?

Nestled on the beach, this Glen Arbor condo building is just steps away from Crystal River and Lake Michigan. Glen Lake is 2.7 mi (4.4 km) away.

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. 37 out of 39 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 39 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 39 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 39 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 39 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Karen M.

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

Great Glen Arbor Gathering

We love gathering with our adult kids to kick off summer together Up North! Glen Arbor is a beautiful area we all enjoy, and The Dragonfly was a comfortable space in a favorite spot!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

cathy w.

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

Beautiful view

A beautiful property and decorated nice. We love the hikes. The beach and the nearby town of Glen Arbor
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Len B.

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

Dragonfly

Our stay was awesome. The property was very clean, well equipped and had a great location near the beach. The owners were very responsive to all our questions. We plan on staying here again in the future.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diane G.

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

Breathtaking views with abundant wildlife.

The Dragonfly was exactly as expected. The location right on Lake Michigan with a darling creek running out front was superb. The condo was well equipped with everything we needed and then some. The hosts were very attentive and quickly answered any questions we had. Definitely looking forward to visiting again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deanna S.

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

Lovely Autumn get away

The Dragonfly was a wonderful beach condo and perfectly located. We had an amazing time exploring the area of Glen Arbor, Traverse City, Leland and Empire. Dragonfly was clean, cozy and fully equipped for all our needs. It was a perfect time of year for our color tour. The view of beautiful Lake Michigan with spectacular sunsets right from the balcony.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gretchen C.

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

Would stay there again next year

Beautifully redone condo, great location along crystal river at the Homestead. Owner great to work with.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rick P.

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

Great place!

Ideal location, clean, well furnished condo. Highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chip K.

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

King’s

Great time Great weather Great place
Stayed 19 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joan G., Minneapolis, MN

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

Beautiful condo and great location

We loved our stay at dragonfly. I think it works best for families with children as a top floor two rooms are connected without much privacy. Kitchen is well stocked, and the views from the balcony are perfect.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marcy J.

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

Beautiful Condo. Nicely updated and very clean!

Condo was well maintained and very accommodating. Beautifully decorated with a light and airy feel. We loved it and would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gabriele L.

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

Absolutely fabulous!

This condo unit exceeded all our expectations. It is tastefully furnished and well equipped. For our young children the dhalloyriver just below was great for finding potaskeys and frogs. The beach is only a few steps beyond. The sunsets were spectacular and we would go back again next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sue C.

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

Great Family Vacation

I stayed at the property during July 4th week. The location was amazing with sunsets over Lake Michigan. It was close to Sleeping Bear Dunes, kayaking, biking, golfing, shops and restaurants. The condo was incredibly clean and as was the property. I would highly recommend the place to anyone.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melanie W.

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

Great location, beautiful condo!

We had a great stay. The condo was beautiful, and we didn’t need to bring a thing! It even had beach chairs for us to use. Robin our host was very helpful and responsive, and appreciate both her and Neil for making our stay so great. Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Barbara D.

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

Sibling Retreat

Dragonfly absolutely met our needs; close to hikes, golf, and beautiful beaches. The deck was great for sunsets! Kitchen was well equipped. Beds comfortable. Outdoor stairs were a bit slippery when wet so watch out.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jimmy R.

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

Beauty in northern Michigan!

Dragonfly was a great place for my family and I- comfortable beds, tons of pillows and blankets, great family room couches and well equipped kitchen. the location is phenomenal with a creek and the beach just steps out the door and close to so many hiking trails, beaches and little towns. The homestead resort itself is a little messed up in that they don’t allow you to use the resort part with the pool and beach chairs and the cafe manitou…but in the week we stayed here we really didn’t miss it- plenty of fun on the creek and beach- would highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joseph H.

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

An amazing week!

Our family had an amazing time at the Dragonfly! Everything we needed was within arm’s reach and you simply cannot beat how close to the Crystal River and Lake Michigan you are. Glen Arbor is a 5-minute drive and you can get to the dunes and points nearby within 15 minutes. The Homestead was fun to explore as well and our 5-year-old loved his daily golf cart rides with Darlene. Our hosts were responsive and helpful and we would definitely recommend the Dragonfly to anyone.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

nina g.

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

Great place to stay

Overall this place had everything we needed, including great views. I wish I had heeded the advice about the bedrooms - we were two couples, and the third bedroom was basically off the table, as it lives within the primary suite. The remaining bedroom on the main floor had two twins, which worked fine for the quick visit. If the main floor bedroom had a full or queen bed, it might solve a lot for this place. Otherwise, very clean and great location, easy parking.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Terri P.

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

Beautiful and updated Homestead condo

Condo is beautifully updated and very nicely stocked. Owners have thought of all the items you might need. The Lake Michigan views are beautiful. The Homestead beach is littered with dead saltwater fish which have a strong smell and attract flies. While this isn’t in any way a fault of the owners, it is a disappointment since one of the reasons we selected this property was it’s proximity to the beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lisa M.

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

Girls Winter Getaway

The property was awesome, very clean except for a couple flies, lol. Beds were comfy and the view was extraordinary! We wish we could have had a fire since it was so blustery out. A gas fireplace would be awesome and easy. We also wish there would have been a keurig since that is all the rage these days. The kitchen was stocked with everything you could need to do anything. TV service was easy to use and the bathrooms were super luxurious. We would love to come back in the summer and enjoy the location to the beach. Highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Angela D., Clinton TWP

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

Perfect Spot to Do Lots of Things!

This was a beautiful place to spend time on vacation. Close to lots of things to do!! The condo was spacious for a family of 4 and well-equipped with things you might need. We loved the proximity to downtown Glen Arbor where we were able to spend the afternoon kayaking and another day shopping and eating at some great local places. We also were very close to Sleeping Bear Dunes. We were able to do a few day trips to local lighthouses/museums and visit Traverse City a few times for the Cherry Festival, fireworks, and airshow. And of course, there was the beach, which we spent a few afternoons/evenings, hanging out at. There are plenty of walking/biking trails nearby, a quick convenience shop and local restaurant on site to utilize for a quick bite/snacks and supplies. Though a little pricey, this is a great place to stay! We truly loved it.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

6/10 Okay

Jannice J.

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

A good time

The condo was just lovely - except the layout of the master bedroom which is at the head of upstairs - it is open to anyone … being another small bedroom at the end of a hall - the bathroom is in the hallway. It has a lovely view onto the lake, but it put us downstairs in the twin bedroom leaving the upstairs master layout to our 2 daughters. The kitchen, eating and area were update and comfy. We had run out of dishwasher product before our last day. Thank you
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Emilee O.

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

Awesome property! We'll be back!

I can't say enough great things about our stay. The location of the property was perfect. You have great views looking out the back decks and you're in walking distance to Cavanaugh's and Whiskers within the complex and a few minutes drive to Glen Arbor. The beds were comfortable and linens were nice. The house was stocked with more than enough essentials- Tupperware, storage bags, toilet paper, paper towels, salt and pepper, dish soap, laundry detergent, etc. This made it really nice for not having to make an extra store run for those little items that you forget. We also appreciate it all the extra bath and beach towels. This helps so that we weren't constantly washing our personal beach towels all week. The only very minor concerns that we had were that the hot water was finicky. Sometimes there was plenty. Other times you had a lukewarm shower. The heaters in bathroom helped but it would have been nice to get a hot shower throughout the week without freezing out your family during theirs. I believe the property advertised no pets. However, there was a significant amount of white dog hair throughout the property, especially on the couches and rugs. This isn't a problem for us because we don't have any allergies but I can see this would be concerning for others if this was the case. Thank you for a great stay! We can't wait to return.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Catherine M.

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

Beautiful view

Best sunsets!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dusty B.

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

Great condo and location

This condo was situated perfectly just outside of the Glen Arbor downtown. The beach and water views were amazing and the entire place was very clean and comfortable. We would definitely stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patrick O.

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

Wonderful property, wonderful location

A very fun visit with 4 adults and 2 infants. Close location to the dunes, and restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

About the host

Hosted by Robin Vilter and Neil Dumford

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Our client's purchased this lovely unit in 2020 and look forward to sharing it with your and your family. We are both Realtors® with Five Star Real Estate and Property Managers for many clients in Leelanau County.

Why they chose this property

This well appointed condo is located centrally to everything you and your family will want to explore on your vacation. You can walk across the bridge to one of the best beaches in the world or the kids can just cast a line into the river or float down the river on an inflatable. The epic sunsets will be the perfect back drop to dining on the patio with friends and family. Nearby Glen Arbor offers restaurants, wine tasting, and shopping and the Sleeping Bear Dunes are just a short drive away!

What makes this property unique

Air Conditioning!, newly renovated kitchen and baths, riverfront and beach front.

Languages:

English

Premier Host

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