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Waterfront 2 Bedroom Slice of Paradise - on Lake Michigan in Glen Arbor MI

Beachfront condo with kitchen and patio

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Our beach
Living room
Living room with Queen sleeper sofa
Built-ins with 55" TV and fireplace
Living space

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Laundry
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

View map
  • Place, Crystal River
  • Place, Glen Lake
  • Place, Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore
  • Airport, Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bunk Room

1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

Living room queen sleeper sofa

1 Double Sofa Bed

Master

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Waterfront 2 Bedroom Slice of Paradise - on Lake Michigan in Glen Arbor MI

We’re thrilled you’re interested in visiting our happy place! We are a family of five and we’ve spent the last 18 years vacationing in the Glen Arbor area. Welcome to Paradise Found!

Situated at the Homestead Resort, our condo has direct sandy frontage on Lake Michigan as well as direct frontage on the Crystal River. We recently completed a full remodel including all new flooring, kitchen, bathroom, drywall, insulation, paint, built-ins, and new furniture.

We’ve maximized the space to technically sleep 8, but the size is perfectly suited for 5-6 people.

Mother Nature steals the spotlight in Glen Arbor - but there is nothing better than returning to our cozy condo after a long day exploring and enjoying the sites. When remodeling our condo, we spared no comfort-related detail. The interior space is well suited to parties of 5-6 people and is family-friendly.

Outside, there are two decks to lounge on which overlook the river and small dunes near the beach. Crystal River is located directly outside our door and flows into Lake Michigan. Grab a kayak, stand-up paddle board, or tube (all included with your stay) and float your cares away while taking in the stunning views only northern Michigan can offer. Want to be near the open water? Cross the bridge steps from the condo and find yourself on miles of Lake Michigan shoreline. Check out the walk from the deck to the beach: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u1Rx0dV2bSg

The condo is located on the beach chosen by Money Magazine as "No. 1 of the 8 Best Beaches to Visit this Summer" and is surrounded by the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore which was chosen by the viewers of ABC's Good Morning America as the "Most Beautiful Place in America."

Please note: there are no Homestead Beach Club privileges with this rental. You have access to miles of beach, but not to their beach club. The bunk room does not have a window, it has two doors; a pocket door to the master and a door to the living room.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Laundry
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue
Water view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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
The HOA will fine renter $500 if they are caught smoking in or outside property.
6 people in and around the condo is the maximum capacity at any time.

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

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. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or try out other outdoor activities such as sledging and ice skating.
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Glen Arbor, MI

What's nearby

  • Crystal River - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Glen Lake - 4 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Little Glen Lake - 7 min drive - 7.6 km
  • Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore - 10 min drive - 14.1 km
  • Sleeping Bear Point Coast Guard Station Maritime Museum - 10 min drive - 8.3 km

Getting around

  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cherry Republic - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Mill - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Art's Tavern - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Boonedocks - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Leelanau Coffee Roasting Co. - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Waterfront 2 Bedroom Slice of Paradise - on Lake Michigan in Glen Arbor MI pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Waterfront 2 Bedroom Slice of Paradise - on Lake Michigan in Glen Arbor MI?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Waterfront 2 Bedroom Slice of Paradise - on Lake Michigan in Glen Arbor MI?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Waterfront 2 Bedroom Slice of Paradise - on Lake Michigan in Glen Arbor MI 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

10

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 46 out of 48 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 48 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 48 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 48 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 48 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kate B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristy C.

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

Great layout for a large group

The set-up of Ken
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Annette B.

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

Perfect getaway

We loved this condo for our long weekend for fall break! It was a perfect getaway with beautiful surroundings and cute little towns. The condo was clean and communication with the owner were great! I definitely recommend a stay here!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rita R.

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

Glen Arbor

We had a wonderful stay. The location was perfect! Great Kayaking just steps out of the back porch. Beautiful river and lake!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elvis M.

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

Perfect location

Perfectly located condo. Host was great and the place was clean. Definitely booking this place again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Aimee K.

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

Beautiful location

Condo was perfect for us. Close to Glen Arbor and Sleeping Bear Dunes. Very comfortable and thoughtfully furnished.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matthew V.

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

Special Weekend

We had an amazing time at this condo. The location is so great. So close to nature between the river, the dunes, the beach and the lake! The Kings and Steelhead were running up the Crystal. It was almost too much. We can’t wait to go back.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jon B.

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

51 Great Lakes

Beautiful property located in close proximity to many great areas including Pyramid Point, Sleeping Bear Sand Dunes, Glen Haven Historic District, Maritime Museum, Leeland, and Leelanau Lighthouse.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Leah L.

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

Location location location!

This condo is SO close to all the main sights of Sleeping Bear (5 mins to downtown glen arbor and 9 to dune climb). The beautiful Lake Michigan beach is a 100 yard walk from the deck, across the little bridge and a small dune. We spent every afternoon at the beach, the kids loved playing in the water and looking for shells/rocks. Inside the condo was sparkling clean, the beds were comfortable and there were plenty of towels and linens. Kitchen was well stocked for cooking meals as well. We also enjoyed using the kayaks made available by the owner to kayak down the crystal river right outside and into Lake Michigan. The deck patio furniture gets spider webs really quickly and needed a really good wipe down. The other condo guests were quiet and pleasant, no young partiers here in early June. Truly a lovely getaway. Would definitely stay again in the future! Thank you Matt for your hospitality!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandy M.

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

The perfect vacation!

My family and I had an amazing week at this beautiful property! I can’t say enough good things about our experience. The owner was so good at communicating with us and even had a rental guide emailed to us with every detail you could possibly think of! It helped with packing too because the owners have provided a lot of amenities for their guests. The condo was so clean, comfortable and well stocked. We enjoyed the games that were there and the fact that we could watch our favorite family shows on Netflix at the end of the day. The kayaks, and paddle board that were there made the trip so much fun and we didn’t even need to pack our beach chairs or floating tubes. It was all there! We highly recommend staying at this condo and can’t wait to return!

10/10 Excellent

Heidi R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The kitchen had everything I needed...the condo was very clean. Had extra towels...instructions on how to use items in home and ideas for restaurants and places to visit. Really enjoyed my stay as well as the magnificent view of Lke Michigan. Would definitely do again!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful quiet location for fall trip. Very clean and well equipped kitchen. Nice shower and luxury towels. Plenty of outdoor toys, kayaks, a paddle board. They have an attention to detail.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danielle G.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
If I could summarize this property in one word, it would be serenity. Wonderful town, beautiful beach, and the condo was perfect! Matt was the best host, answering all our questions and always in communication to make sure we had everything we needed. The only downfall we had with the whole trip was the bed wasn’t very comfortable, but other than that it was a wonderful vacation and I hope to stay here again! Thank you for sharing your home with us!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had the perfect solo trip and this place was a gem. Not only is the location wonderful the surroundings provided so many trails to hike or bike, beaches, and beautiful scenery. I highly recommend.
View from the back deck
Crystal river outside the back deck
Sunset on the Beach within walking distance
Pyramid Point - great hiking trail
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Herd Boss

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The location of the condo is absolutely perfect! You are a short drive from everything you need or want to explore! We loved having the river and lake right outside our back door! The kitchen was fully stocked with everything we needed to cook with. The beds were comfy and we had plenty of blankets and pillows to accommodate our family of 6. The owner was awesome about getting right back to me with any questions I had. He gave a detailed description of anything and everything we would need to know. I love his description came with local places to go! The water toys and chairs were great to have on site so we didn't have to pack extra in the car with us. We ventured to Empire Trail, Glen Arbor, Traverse City and Fishtown which were short drives from the condo.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cornell D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful, well-maintained condo, right on the Crystal River. There are a getting to be quite a few rental properties at the Homestead that are getting pretty rough around the edges, in need of updates, and not well-cleaned--this is not one of those! Unit is nice and well-equipped, and owner is responsive and helpful. Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ideal spot! Our family enjoyed a lovely week at Lake Michigan. The kids enjoyed the beach and water. Incredible sunsets..this place is a gem! Clean and comfortable..highly recommend. Matt was a great host, check in and check out was easy.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

john q.

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

Much Needed Getaway

Had a wonderful time hiking, biking and just relaxing.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Richard Y.

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

Mid November Get Away

We had a really good time, you can’t beat the location! The check in and communication with the host was outstanding. The unit was clean and organized. We only rated the overall stay at 4 stars because the unit is very small, and there is no option for grilling food. Other than that this was a great experience!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nico R.

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

Proposal trip

It was a very nice and clean property
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jane J.

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

Lovely spot!

This was a great place to stay, steps from Lake Michigan and the Crystal River. The beach was also really nice, not rocky like some Lake Michigan beaches can be. The condo was great for a small group ( 2-5 people). Everything you need for a Northern Michigan vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deborah M.

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

Perfect

Property is just as described. A slice of paradise right on Lake Michigan. Perfect location and having all the amenities inside and out that you would need. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robyn G.

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

Perfect location

One of the best spots at the homestead! Super clean, great updated kitchen and bathroom, easy to reach the property manager by text. The only slight issue is that the bedrooms are tiny. Otherwise awesome stay and we would return.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacquelyn G.

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

Peaceful, beautiful Up North escape

This was our second trip to “slice of paradise” and once again it did not disappoint. It was a perfect respite during the unseasonably warm temps. The cool lake breezes and multiple fans kept the condo cool and comfortable. You really don’t need to bring anything extra… this condo equipped for everything needed to enjoy the river and Lake Michigan! The condo is super cute, comfortable, and a perfect location to enjoy all that northern Michigan has to offer… including a kayak trip with Crystal River Outfitters in Glen Arbor. Would highly recommend this condo!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deb B.

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

First time to Michigan

We loved the location of this condo and it was exactly as described. It had everything we needed and was very clean and well put together. If we are ever back in this area we’ll be sure to check this condo’s availability. Also the owner was very prompt in replying to any questions. Deserves a 5 star rating. Thanks!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

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