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Little Glen Lake Cottage - Glen Arbor/Sleeping Bear Dunes Area

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Outdoor dining
Outdoor dining
Living area
Private kitchen
Room

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue
  • Lake view

Explore the area

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

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

2 Double Beds

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Office
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Little Glen Lake Cottage - Glen Arbor/Sleeping Bear Dunes Area

Love sunsets over Sleeping Bear Dunes on Little Glen Lake? Located between Empire and Glen Arbor, this remodeled cottage features two bedrooms, a tiled bathroom and updated amenities, including high-speed Internet that enables you to work away from your office.
Available for three-night minimum stays during the off-season or weekly during the main summer season (from Saturday mid-June through Saturday before Labor Day).
Our Shady Shores cottage association owns 327 feet of lake frontage, which includes an extensive dock, boat mooring, fire pits and chairs for relaxing. The cottage sleeps a maximum of four people. Groups should include no more than two children or four adults.
Enjoy a fully equipped kitchen, deck, picnic table, grill and streaming TV. Glen Arbor and Empire offer resort shopping and restaurants. Spend your days boating on Glen Lake, golfing on nearby courses, kayaking the Crystal River, biking the Heritage Trail or taking on the Sleeping Bear Dunes climb. Leelanau Peninsula treasures are nearby - wineries, orchards, roadside farm markets, historic sites and casinos. No pets or smoking.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 24

Check out before 10:00 AM

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

It's not child proof, but children are welcome.

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Events

No events allowed

Cottage association rules apply.

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Pets

No pets allowed

Per cottage association rules.

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Renting this cottage means you agree to association rules as well. They are spelled out in a separate document.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 4710790
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
Note from host: Cottage association rules apply.
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 and a first aid kit

About the area

Empire

Located in Empire, this cottage is on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore and Lake Michigan. Sleeping Bear Point Coast Guard Station Maritime Museum and Burnett Park are also worth visiting. Kayaking and waterskiing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and mountain biking nearby.
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Empire, MI

What's nearby

  • Little Glen Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Glen Lake - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Crystal River - 5 min drive - 6.9 km
  • Sleeping Bear Point Coast Guard Station Maritime Museum - 12 min drive - 11.6 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Art's Tavern - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Cherry Republic - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪La Becasse - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Glen Arbor Wines - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Mill - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Little Glen Lake Cottage - Glen Arbor/Sleeping Bear Dunes Area pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Little Glen Lake Cottage - Glen Arbor/Sleeping Bear Dunes Area?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Little Glen Lake Cottage - Glen Arbor/Sleeping Bear Dunes Area?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Little Glen Lake Cottage - Glen Arbor/Sleeping Bear Dunes Area?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Little Glen Lake Cottage - Glen Arbor/Sleeping Bear Dunes Area located?

Situated on a lake, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Little Glen Lake and Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. Glen Lake and Pierce Stocking Scenic Drive are also within 2 miles (3 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. 47 out of 48 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 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

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bob P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great weekend getaway. This is our 5th year stayung in this cottage. Its perfect for the two of us and a couple kids to enjoy everything the area has to offer. Always a pleasure to stay here!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandy S.

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

Great place

This was a lovely place to stay! Comfortable, clean, and perfect driving distance to lots of local places but also such a fun time right on Glen lake. We would love to come back again!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brad R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great stay at the cottage! The cottage was clean and well apportioned. It was also great to have a place to keep our fishing boat in the water during our stay. Communication with the host was amazing - welcoming, friendly, and very responsive. Highly recommended and would stay again! :-)
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 3 September 2025
Thanks, Brad! I hope you'll come back!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer Jailey M.

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

Super clean and cozy!

We had a wonderful week at this charming cabin! Very clean, cozy, and affordable--and near all our favorite things to do. Highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This cottage was perfect for the two of us! It was cozy, comfortable and had everything we needed to enjoy a long, autumn weekend in our favorite area. We could tell that the owner has put in a lot of thought and work into decorating and organization. We definitely recommend this for a couple or small family.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

mark d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A beautiful little cabin, very shaded, so that even in the unexpected heat and humidity it was very comfortable. Just across from Little Glenn Lake, spending mornings watching the sun come up on the dock with a cup of coffee was just a short walk away. Close to Glenn Arbor and wonderful restaurants. We would definitely come back, but for a longer stay.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 20 August 2025
Thanks, Mark. I'd love to have you back. Thanks for leaving the cottage neat as a pin! - Meegan
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne S.

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

Wonderful

This is a wonderful cottage in a fabulous location. Close to everything the area has to offer. The cottage was very clean and comfortable.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

L R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent location and cozy cottage. The property had everything we could possibly have wanted or needed for our stay. It was easy to explore Sleeping Bear Dunes and surrounding areas from the property. Heads up that the property provided lots of fans so no need to bring some along in case of warm weather—plus with the nearby lake breeze and restful shade around the cottage, the cottage was super comfortable. We look forward to coming back!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 31 August 2025
I am so glad you had a great time. And thanks so much for leaving the cottage in such good shape. You are wonderful renters.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James S.

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

Fall color bike riding

Very nice overall. The beds were very comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Naeun C.

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

Beautiful shady shore cottage!

This place is cozy and neat! It’s so close to sand dune climbing and the view from the cottage couldn’t be better. We truly enjoyed being out there. Awesome & five stars !
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Margie H.

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

Perfect

This cottage was everything you want. Close enough to walk to the dock of Glen Lake for the sunset, big enough for us, and exactly what we needed. The furniture was comfy and we really enjoyed our time there. Great location but really anytime you're in Glen Arbor, you're already ahead of the game! The two of us would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bob P.

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

Great weekend getaway

This was our 4th year staying here for the M22 race in Glen Arbor. As always the house was great! Right on the lake and the race course. You can see the sleeping bear duen from the yard and watch the cyclists whip by as they come down from Inspiration point. Just minutes from Glen Arbor with all its shops and restaraunts. We always love staying here! Meegan is a wonderful host. Friendly and quick to respond to any questions.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert M.

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

Perfect couples weekend

This is the second time we've rented this cottage from Meegan. The property was exactly as it was before. Clean, cozy, and perfect for a quiet retreat. The living room has a great view of the lake and is a short walk to the bridge between the lakes. You can watch the sun set over the sleeping bar dunes or even sunrise in the morning from the bridge. Less than a 5 minute drive to the dune climb, the Pierce Stocking scenic drive, and downtown Glen Arbor, this cottage is very convenient to everything we do when we're here.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert M.

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

Another great weekend!

We have been coming to Glen Arbor for more than 10 years for the M22. This is the third time we've stayed in this house. It is perfect! Very clean, really close to the water with a dock you can enjoy views of the dunes and sunsets. About 5-10 minutes from almost everything the area has to offer. Meegan is amazing to work with. She answers questions very quickly and is extremely friendly. We are always sad to say goodbye at the end of the trip and immediately start planning the next year. Absolutely recommend this property!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marygrace L.

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

Perfect Peaceful Location

My husband and I came up to enjoy Sleeping Bear Dunes. It was fall, so quieter, the cottage was situated so that we had easy access to all hikes and restaurants. The cottage was clean and we both commented on how comfortable we felt there. We drove, so bringing bedding was not a big deal for us. I would definitely recommend to anyone that wanted to visit this area.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brianna C.

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

Beautiful Location

Absolutely loved the area and the view of the lake in the mornings!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia D.

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

4 day weekend

This location was absolutely perfect! The host was wonderful & very informative. Anything & everything we needed was available for for our stay. Very much appreciated that I basically just needed to pack my clothes. Can't wait for my next stay here!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deborah O.

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

Quick getaway

Very cute cottage across from a beautiful lake. Crystal clear water and shallow enough for younger kids. Everything we needed we had right there. Host very easy to get in touch with and fast to respond to any questions. We hope to be back next year and stay longer! D.Owen
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Kathleen D.

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

Little Cottage on Little Glen

Adorable little cottage! Comfortable, inviting and well-maintained. Works great as long as long as you can manage bringing your own sheets/towels and handle squeezing into small beds/bedrooms/bathroom. Loved being able to see Little Glen Lake from the front window and enjoy the shade trees and birds!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jane G.

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

Nostalgic, Charming & Clean as a Whistle!

This property was very easy to find and has a great view while being tucked back under the trees. Super clean and updated but still with some original charm to make it a cozy retreat. Great location near Little & Big Glen Lakes, nearby towns to poke around in and beautiful scenery all around! We really enjoyed our stay and communication with the owner was top-notch!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ross G.

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

Can we give it six stars?

Great cottage, in a peaceful location. Superb host! We would gladly stay there again.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn H.

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

Perfect

Needed a short weekend girl trip and this was perfect, right in the middle of all the best sites so short drive anywhere! Meegan was awesome and quick to get back, also tried a restaurant recommended which was fantastic! Highly recommend this place!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandy S.

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

Great getaway

This cottage was clean, quiet and just as described. The property manager was great with communication and letting us know what to expect and we had a wonderful time!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda G.

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

Family Vacation

Our family really enjoyed our experience here! Everything was just as it was described. Owner provided great details about every. Plus, the lake was just across the street!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian S.

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

Great Cottage

This cottage was great for two adults and three kids. It was clean, well-stocked, in the perfect location for a weeklong get away. We will be back for sure!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2021

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Hosted by Meegan Holland

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