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Cozy cabin in Glen Arbor w/ Crystal River frontage. WIFI, Fire pit, Dog ok

Holiday home with kitchen, 4-minute walk to Lake Michigan

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Sit back under tall pines
Home has Cable TV & Wifi - Home has Cable TV & Wifi
Outdoor dining
Cozy living room - WiFi, DVD player.
Open dining & kitchen area - Open dining & kitchen area

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 569.7 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Glen Arbor, MI
  • Place, Crystal River
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Glen Lake
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Place, Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪45 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Other Space 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

Cozy cabin in Glen Arbor w/ Crystal River frontage. WIFI, Fire pit, Dog ok

This comfortable, cozy cabin in the heart of Glen Arbor is great for a couple or small group. Private frontage on the Crystal River is just across M-22 (35 MPH zone). The two-bedroom, one-bathroom home welcomes up to five guests and is perfect for a summer or fall retreat.

Outside you will find a deck, gas grill, and fire pit. You can walk to Glen Arbor for shopping, dining, ice cream, and more, and there are tennis courts about one mile away. The Sleeping Bear Dunes Dune Climb is just four miles away! Nature and wildlife abound. Located on the main road through Glen Arbor.

Pets allowed.

-- THE PROPERTY --

Sleeps 4.

Bedroom 1: queen bed || Bedroom 2: full bed

OUTDOORS: Fire pit, gas grill, deck, outdoor chairs, private river frontage

INDOORS: WiFi, DVD player

KITCHEN: Fully equipped, cooking basics, dishware & flatware, microwave, toaster, drip coffee maker, trash bags, paper towels

GENERAL: Washer & dryer, iron & ironing board, towels & linens, toilet paper, bar soap, no A/C

MISC: river access across the road, located on busy road

PARKING: space for two vehicles

-- POLICIES --

- Pet allowed with fee

- No smoking

- No events, parties, or large gatherings

- Must be at least 18 years old to book

- Additional fees and taxes may apply

- Cancellation: Reservations canceled at least 30 days before arrival will receive a full refund. Reservations canceled between 14 and 30 days before arrival will receive a 50% refund. No refunds will be issued for cancellations received less than 14 days before arrival.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
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

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
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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

About the area

Glen Arbor

Glen Arbor is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. Swimming offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and cave exploring nearby.
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Map
Glen Arbor, MI

What's nearby

  • Crystal River - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Glen Lake - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Little Glen Lake - 4 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Sleeping Bear Point Coast Guard Station Maritime Museum - 8 min drive - 6.2 km
  • Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore - 9 min drive - 13.0 km

Getting around

  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cherry Republic - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪The Mill - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Art's Tavern - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Boonedocks - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Leelanau Coffee Roasting Co. - ‬5 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Cozy cabin in Glen Arbor w/ Crystal River frontage. WIFI, Fire pit, Dog ok pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Cozy cabin in Glen Arbor w/ Crystal River frontage. WIFI, Fire pit, Dog ok?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cozy cabin in Glen Arbor w/ Crystal River frontage. WIFI, Fire pit, Dog ok?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Cozy cabin in Glen Arbor w/ Crystal River frontage. WIFI, Fire pit, Dog ok located?

Situated in Glen Arbor, this holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Crystal River and Lake Michigan. Glen Lake and Sleeping Bear Point Coast Guard Station Maritime Museum are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 91 out of 174 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 52 out of 174 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 17 out of 174 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 174 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 174 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.2/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

8.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Shirley S., Linden, Michigan

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

Fernwood in Town

We liked that it was close to town, that it had a gas grill, that the beds were comfortable, and that it had counter storage in the room with the washer and dryer—for all of our beach things and extras.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jessica W.

What a great cabin to stay

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: It was located in the most perfect place - easy to get to everything - but on its own to find some peace.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

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

People watch and walk to town.

Seamus loved lying on the porch and watching the people walk or bike by on the road. There were deer to enjoy in the yard most days. Place was very quiet at night. We slept with the windows open and we never do that at home.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Tracy N.

Home away from home

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was more than happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Unseasonal like weather kept us outside, but had a cozy, clean home to return to each night. Perfect location for shopping, and hiking any portion of the lakeshore.
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

MJ L.

Great location

Rating Details: The vacation rental was spotless. I was more than happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The cabin was clean and exactly as described. It was perfect for the fall weekend we had planned but would be very busy in the peak season. It is on M22 which is great but very close to the road. Loved it though.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2016

8/10 Good

Elizabeth S.

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

fall getaway

It was as we expected from the pictures, although we didn't realize it was so close to the main road. Would be really noisy in the summer with windows open. Need to include instructions to operate TV with Roku.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Kris H.

Cabin on the edge of downtown Glen Arbor

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Great location, very convenient to downtown GA. Off a busy road and gettyng to the beach meant walking on this busy road. Cabin had all the essentials including washer and dryer and was comfortable but could use a little TLC. Mattresses need to be replaced. Fire pit was a bonus.

6/10 Okay

Pat H.

Liked: Communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

“Cozy Cabin” needs some updating

Everything is a miss match. Over looking a river: not.. over looking orange canoes. Yes a short walk to shops and places to eat. This picture shows the side of the property not 3 trash cans as you pull up to the property. The cleaning team does a great job. Owners not so much. Repairs and paint needed. 1400.00 for four nights was not the quality that we excepted,even in prime season.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
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4/10 Poor

Joe D.

Bad Mattress

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The big drawback were the beds. Both very soft, even with mattress toppers. Difficult to get out of the bed and you end up in the middle while sleeping. For the heat each room has an electric heater with the control at the base board heater. The front bedroom heater is behind the bed and difficult to get to and without knob. Location is great, walking distance to the coffee shop. The kitchen is sufficient for small meals.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

James L.

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

Trouble in Paradice!!!

Glen Arbor is a nice little town, but the rental we stayed in was well run down and lacking in kitchen space. No where to place groceries or prepare meals. Washing machine and dryer were old and run down. Traffic was noisy and many cars and trucks line both sides of the street in front of the house. It was a good location to depart for other locations in the area. We felt the price was too high for what we got.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
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6/10 Okay

Abby H.

GA 2019 cabin on River Rd

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was more than happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The cabin had a great location. Definitely felt rustic, but that is what we expected. I will say our biggest complaint were both beds. Way too soft for our liking. The kind that feels like quick sand, and you wake up with your husband in a ball in the middle. Several of the windows off the back bed were stuck open with screens taped on. This being said, we still had a fantastic time and enjoyed the location of the cabin the most.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

Siddhartha M.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location, questions for management

This rental is in a great location with easy access to Glen Arbor, Crystal River, Sleeping Bear National Park, and Glen Lake. We arrived to a clean cabin with 2 cozy bedroom and a small kitchen. My only concerns are with how we received our rental policies. First, our welcome email arrived 2 days before our check-in. We began traveling 4 days before check-in, and this email included new policies that would have changed our packing list had we received them further in advance. When we arrived, we found more additional policies, particularly around pet care. We would have to cancel several of our plans to follow this new information, which was not in our rental agreement. We ultimately decided these guidelines were non-binding, but it was unsettling to receive all this new information immediately before arrival. My recommendation to management would be EITHER to disclose ALL guidelines and policies as part of the rental agreement, OR make clear that any additional policies are suggestions and non-binding.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Patrick C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a vintage cottage right on the edge of Glen Arbor. It is within easy walking distance of restaurants and shops.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Kathy M.

Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Communication, location, listing accuracy
We were Very disappointed with the cabin. The description and write up were very miss leading . It said there were 3 bedrooms and there were only 2. The pull out couch was not only very uncomfortable to sit on but impossible to sleep on. My sister slept on the floor. Everything is Very Old, with A moldy refrigerator and old furniture inside and out. Finally there is No frontage on the river. I would not recommend this to anyone. The best thing was that we could walk to town.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Katie L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The value of this spot was the main plus - it’s a very cute cottage close to the Crystal River and to downtown. It was cozy and homey, but some of the features needed updating.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Frank T.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy

Needs some upgrades

Overall it was good. Upgrade the fridge, second bedroom bed, couch.Mouse problem. Inside of microwave was dirty, sticky.Night stand was not dusted,
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Justin N.

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

Perfect location

We had a great stay. Could not be a better location. We thought the beds were fine. Two minor problems, we could not get the WiFi to work and the screen on the front door was mostly broken. But neither of those affected us too much
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
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6/10 Okay

Pat B.

Old, but Charming!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was more than happy with the location. I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Clean and comfortable. Needs a little updating.

4/10 Poor

Michelle A.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Backache Express

This unit is fine if you are in your 20's. The beds were over 4 1/2 feet off the ground so I am glad we never stayed there with our children. If a kid fell off either bed they would break an arm or neck. If you are older the bed sinks down so much when you lie down that you look like you are folding into a pancake. Both beds are this way. It is also about 10 feet from a main road. But, when we called about it, we were moved to another property and that one was spectacular!!!!! Thank you to the ladies that got us moved, You Rock!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Charles P.

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

Great location

Love the closeness to town, right there, but not toooooo close. Nice having the access to the river.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.

6/10 Okay

Shannon M.

Great location!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Great location, cottage was a little dated but we weren’t too concerned with that for our short stay.That said, the beds seemed very soft and had a sinking middle. We tried both rooms but similar issues. Other than the poor sleep, we enjoyed being close to town, sitting outside and being on the river.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
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2/10 Terrible

Vicki E.

Fernwood Cottage is neglected

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was more than happy with the location. I was very dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We stayed at this cottage and found it badly in need of upgrades across the board. Soft beds with mattresses caving in at the center were nearly impossible to sleep in. The bathroom had a horrible smell, peeling paint, and a shower head well past its life-cycle with shower caddy duct taped to it. The rug in the living room was old and dirty. The kitchen was tiny with little to no counter space and dominated by an over large microwave oven. Some TLC would go a long way here. The cottage is coasting on excellent location and the fact that it has laundry facilities.
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Denise and Robin S.

Fun at Fernwood

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was more than happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We enjoyed our stay at Fernwood. Great location near downtown Glen Arbor and the Crystal River. Comfortable cabin for 4 adults. Kitchen was tight, but had the basics for ability to make yummy hot breakfasts. Just set smoke alarm off once, placed a fan to make sure that didn’t happen again. Beds were very comfortable. Enjoyed the fire pit twice. Had deer and a Pileated woodpecker in the yard. Appreciated the washer and dryer. Communication from Visit Up North was fantastic and very thorough! Great cabin to use as a base while enjoying this beautiful area.

10/10 Excellent

Karen M.

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

Fernwood

Cute little cabin close to town. Great location. A big plus is they are dog-friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Timothy L.

Fernwoodj

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This is our third stay at Fernwood. It is perfectly located and it has everything we need to be comfortable. I am already looking forward to my next visit.

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