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A beautiful resort cottage on Big Glen Lake with a tennis court and kayaks

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A small blue cabin with a deck, a grill, and a picnic table.
A bedroom with two beds, a dresser, a lamp, and a TV on the wall.
A room with a wooden bench, two chairs, a small table, and a sofa. There are windows with curtains, a lamp, and framed pictures on the wall.
A lakeside setting with wooden Adirondack chairs and a picnic table, a dock extending into the water, and a clear sky.
A compact kitchen with a gas stove, refrigerator, and a dining table with chairs.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
Located along the water, this vacation home features 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom, accommodating 4 guests. Enjoy fishing and swimming in the nearby bay or sound. Explore Glen Lake and Crystal River, both popular attractions in the area.

Highlights

  • Scenic water view
    Relax and unwind with top-rated water views, offering a scenic experience.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Glen Lake
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue
  • Playground on site
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Maple City, MI
  • Place, Glen Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Crystal River
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪42 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area

About this property

A beautiful resort cottage on Big Glen Lake with a tennis court and kayaks

Escape from it all at Brookhaven Resort on the beautiful sapphire-blue Big Glen Lake! One of five cottages with shared access to 150' of water frontage, tennis court, kayaks, canoe and row boats. Gather around the shared fire pit for s'mores and sunsets overlooking Alligator Hill in the Sleeping Bear Dunes area. The cabin is one level, faces west, at the end of a quiet street, and sleeps four. It can be reserved for weeks only during the summer season.

There is one queen and two twins. The cottage has a full kitchen (no dishwasher), a charcoal grill and a picnic table. There is also WIFI and a window A/C unit in the living room. There is no TV or phone, so there are no worries at this peaceful location, only minutes from the village of Glen Arbor.

Quick drives to the Sleeping Bear Dunes, shopping, dining, kayaking, hiking, and more. Big Glen Lake is great for kids. Crystal clean water and no severe drop-offs. Boating, fishing, and swimming--enjoy them all!

No air conditioning. No smoking. No pets.

-- THE PROPERTY --

Sleeps 4.

Bedroom 1: queen bed || Bedroom 2: twin bed (2)

OUTDOORS: charcoal grill, fire pit, kayaks, canoes, row boats, enclosed screen porch, tennis court (racquets not provided)

INDOORS: WIFI, games, NO TV

KITCHEN: cookware, coffee maker, full kitchen, oven, microwave, refrigerator, stove, toaster, dishes & utensils, dining table

GENERAL: linens & towels, iron & board, heating, window A/C unit in living room

PARKING: space for 2 vehicles

-- POLICIES --

- No pets allowed

- No smoking

- No events, parties, or large gatherings

- Must be at least 18 years old to book

- Additional rental agreement required

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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

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3647071
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Maple City

Located in Maple City, this holiday home is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. Sleeping Bear Point Coast Guard Station Maritime Museum and Burnett Park are also worth visiting. Looking to get your feet wet? Fishing and swimming adventures can be found near the property.
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Maple City, MI

What's nearby

  • Glen Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Crystal River - 7 min drive - 6.9 km
  • Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore - 7 min drive - 8.3 km
  • Sleeping Bear Point Coast Guard Station Maritime Museum - 15 min drive - 13.8 km
  • Traverse City Beach - 40 min drive - 52.1 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Cherry Republic - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Art's Tavern - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Pegtown Station - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Boonedocks - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪River Club Glen Arbor - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is A beautiful resort cottage on Big Glen Lake with a tennis court and kayaks pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at A beautiful resort cottage on Big Glen Lake with a tennis court and kayaks?

As of 1 October 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at A beautiful resort cottage on Big Glen Lake with a tennis court and kayaks on 7 October 2026 start from NZ$986, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at A beautiful resort cottage on Big Glen Lake with a tennis court and kayaks?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at A beautiful resort cottage on Big Glen Lake with a tennis court and kayaks?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A beautiful resort cottage on Big Glen Lake with a tennis court and kayaks?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is A beautiful resort cottage on Big Glen Lake with a tennis court and kayaks located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is steps from Glen Lake and within 6 mi (10 km) of Lake Michigan and Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. Crystal River and Lime Lake are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 52 out of 74 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 74 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 74 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 74 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 74 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

annual michigan trip

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: excellant clean facilities. nice location great restaurants. very relaxing.
Response from VrboOwner on 29 September 2026
We are so pleased to know that you enjoyed the cabin, and location. Our local restaurants are a big bonus!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Right on the lake!

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: My mother and I loved this cottage. Not only is it right on the lake, but the screened in porch made it so we could comfortably watch the water no matter the time of day.
Response from VrboOwner on 28 August 2026
So glad you enjoyed this sweet cottage. Thank you for staying with Visit Up North.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cute cottage with an amazing beach view

The cottage is steps away from the lake.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 2 August 2025
Thank you for reviewing this property. We are pleased to know that you gave it five stars!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Glen Lake

Great place to relax and enjoy the sunset, it rained some while we were there but didn’t dampen our experience. Sleeping Bear Dunes just down the road and good pizza from Bears Paw.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 29 September 2021
Thank you for taking time to review this property! We appreciate the recommendation.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Color Tour Up North

Perfect view of Glen Lake and beautiful Fall Colors. Looks like it would be a sweet spot to stay in the Summer also. Very clean, easy access, close to anywhere you would want to drive for all of the sweet spots of Up North!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We thoroughly enjoyed our week at the cottage. It is clean and provides the basics for a nice stay. The view of Glen Lake from our place was lovely and we really enjoyed the cozy, little screened in porch! I think this size cottage is better suited for one or two people but you could certainly fit three or four if you really like each other! We have vacationed in this area for decades and would definitely consider this little location again, while enjoying one of our favorite spots on the planet!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 8 October 2025
Thank you! We are pleased to know that you enjoyed your week.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great Weekend Away

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: What a great spot!
Response from VrboOwner on 30 May 2022
Thank you! We are so gald you found it !
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Iit was perfect. The rental agency reached out to me a couple of times just to assure all was well. I liked that a lot, it shows above and beyond to me.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 24 October 2025
Glad to hear you found your stay perfect.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

vacation

Rating Details: The property manager was adequately 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: property and location been coming for 30 years didnt like losing our cabin and dates on late notice to the owners beware
From a partner site

8/10 Good

summer trip

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: great place to stay clean and quaint
Response from VrboOwner on 30 August 2023
Glad you enjoyed!
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
We booked late in the season so were happy to get this property and paid more than we had hoped to spend, but seemed like a good value with crystal clear lake, great location and access to kayaks, fire ring, paddle boards, row boat, etc. so felt like we got lucky. There were a few things we wished we had known about the property before booking. The property is a group of cabins and the outdoor spaces/equipment are shared amongst all cabins. This can change the solitude/privacy one might be going for and perhaps our experience was a one-off but the owner and family were present with the other cabins occupied by their family/friends (which were very nice, just unexpectedly changed the feel of being the outsiders). We also wished we knew about and/or were more prepared for the risk of swimmers itch in the lake in advance of arrival as we could have packed accordingly and planned our days for later lake use. Additionally, there were a lot of ants in the kitchen, and understanding that it is not unusual for the “cabin” experience was an added layer of annoyance. The property was clean, otherwise pretty well maintained and had the supplies one would expect for air bnb stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 31 August 2026
We are sorry for your disappointment. We strive to be very clear in our property descriptions: "Escape from it all at Brookhaven Resort. One of five cottages with shared access to 150' of water frontage. Gather around the shared fire pit for s'mores and sunsets overlooking Alligator Hill in the Sleeping Bear Dunes" area. Unfortunately, we cannot control swimmer's itch and aren't always aware of it. We are always happy to send someone to take care of pests.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

nice visit

Rating Details: The property manager was more than 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: beautiful location clean nice cottages highly recommend
Response from VrboOwner on 18 October 2022
Thank you for your recommendation ! We are glad you enjoyed.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Amenities, communication
Nice location, right by the lake. Great if you want a peaceful vacation. Cabin is good too, only downside is the lack of AC, it gets very hot and cleaning crew being hour late to leave on arrival. Otherwise we had no issues and would reccomend this stay to others
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Brookhaven Retreat

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. 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: Great time. Cottage was clean and, while not secluded, was very quiet.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 25 June 2024
So glad you enjoyed! Please visit us again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Stunning

It was perfect. From the beautiful view from our living room of the lake, to the firpit lake side, to the kayaks, paddle boards, canoes and boats, we didnt want to leave! We will definitely be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Brookhaven 2

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 recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Love the outdoor property and amenities
Response from VrboOwner on 9 August 2023
We are so pleased to know that you enjoyed your stay at Brookhaven!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Always a great place to stay and get away from it all!

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: We have always had a great, relaxing, very in touch with nature time at Glen Lake. I've been coming up there for almost 50 years and just simply love it. The cabins are perfect for what we need and the lake is always awesome.
Response from VrboOwner on 5 September 2021
Wonderful ! So nice to know you enjoyed your stay on Glen Lake.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Lovely and quiet

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: We have come back to Brookhaven for nearly 20 summers and it never disappoints. The facility is well-maintained: cabins are clean and cozy, fire pit well stocked, plenty of water craft/toys to uses and enjoy and the grounds are also nicely-mowed and maintained. The evenings were chilly this year-- so the newer electric heaters were much appreciated!
Response from VrboOwner on 23 September 2025
Thank you - a wonderful testament to these sweet lakeside cottages.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Our favorite lake haven!

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: This was our third trip to Brookhaven, and had a wonderful week! Though we went out and about a little (Dunes, Fishtown), we mostly stayed around “camp,” enjoying the amenities, the beautiful water of Glen Lake, and watching the stunning sunsets around the fire. Can’t wait to go back!
Response from VrboOwner on 18 July 2024
We are thrilled to know that you have found your lake haven Up North! See you next year!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Second time there

Rating Details: The property manager was more than 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: Once again, we had a wonderful time. The property is on a excellent location on Glen Lake. The screened in porch on cottage #2 is a big plus. The city of Glen Arbor is only a few minutes away with several dining choices.
Response from VrboOwner on 14 September 2024
So glad you enjoyed! Thank you for sharing your experience!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Glen Lake

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: We really enjoyed our stay on Glen Lake. The fall colors are just starting to turn. The cabin was clean, comfortable and wonderfully located. The transaction was seamless. I look forward to a return trip.
Response from VrboOwner on 8 October 2024
Thank you for sharing your experience! We look forward to seeing you again.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Stay at brookhaven 2

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: We’ve stayed here once before and will be returning! Love the property, location, price, owners, and cottage. It’s simple, but been recently updated. Everything worked and was clean!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Perfect Summer Vacation Location

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: Another wonderful visit-- a perfect way to close out summer. A great location for our family of four to swim, visit sights and other beaches too, and enjoy the national lakeshore. We enjoyed meeting other guests and chatting with coffee in the morning, or s'more around the campfire on star-filled nights. Quiet, peaceful-- and a chilly night made us appreciate the cabin heater!
Response from VrboOwner on 7 September 2024
So glad you enjoyed another wonderful visit with us! So much to do from and at this beautiful location. See you next year!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

We will be back

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: We had a wonderful week @ Brookhaven. The place was very clean & the owners were extremally friendly and helpful. The beds were comfortable (no morning backache). As for the location it's perfect.If you are planning on staying, cottage 5 is the largest but cottage 2 has a screened in porch with a wonderful view of the lake.
Response from VrboOwner on 27 August 2023
So glad you enjoyed your stay at Brookhaven!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Best cabin experience we've had so far!

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: My husband and I recently stayed in one of the cabins on Brookhaven and were super impressed with it. Everything was clean when we arrived and the cabin had everything we needed to make some really nice meals. We didn't have to haul our kayaks with us and enjoyed fishing and exploring and fishing on the water with some kayaks available to everyone. Will definitely be back next summer and would come back again this year if the space were available :)
Response from VrboOwner on 5 July 2021
So glad you enjoyed your stay and found the ammenities a real plus! We look forward to your return.

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