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Cottage in Glen Arbor with Crystal River frontage, canoe, FP, A/C, Dogs ok

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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

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

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About this property

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Cottage in Glen Arbor with Crystal River frontage, canoe, FP, A/C, Dogs ok

This charming cottage features two bedrooms, one with a king bed and the other with a queen bed, along with one bathroom and a loft with a twin bed. Nestled in a wooded area, it offers private access to the Crystal River and can accommodate up to five people. In the fall or winter, enjoy a cozy evening by the fireplace with a good book and a glass of wine.

The deck outside is perfect for quiet dining and relaxation, offering a lovely view of the woods. Meals can be grilled and the evening can be spent gathered around the fire pit. Additionally, guests can canoe or relax in the Adirondack chairs beside the Crystal River across the street.

Glen Arbor, located just 0.2 miles from the house, offers convenient amenities such as a grocery store, gift shops, and restaurants. The Sleeping Bear Dunes Dune Climb, Glen Haven, and Pierce Stocking Scenic Drive are all a short car ride away.

Well-behaved dogs are welcome, with a maximum of two allowed. Please clean up after your pet!

-- THE PROPERTY --

Sleeps 5.

Bedroom 1: king bed || Bedroom 2: queen bed || Loft: twin bed

OUTDOORS: fire pit, gas grill, deck, outdoor dining table & chairs, canoe, private river front

INDOORS: WIFI, Roku, cable TV, DVD player & DVDs, board games, gas-burning fireplace

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

GENERAL: washer & dryer, iron & ironing board, towels & linens, toilet paper, bar soap, central A/C

MISC: river access is located across a busy road

PARKING: space for three vehicles

-- POLICIES --

- Dogs 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
During your stay at this vacation home, you're just a quick walk from Lake Michigan. You'll find features like laundry facilities. The vacation home includes amenities such as free WiFi and a kitchen.
  • Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washer/dryer, and fireplace
  • Free WiFi
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • Onsite recreation includes a playground
  • Just a 1-minute drive from Lake Michigan and 10 minutes from Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore
This vacation home offers its guests barbecue grills and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 23 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city centre
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 50 lbs per pet)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

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Cottage in Glen Arbor with Crystal River frontage, canoe, FP, A/C, Dogs ok Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 176 out of 234 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 39 out of 234 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 14 out of 234 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 234 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 234 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra J.

Liked: Cleanliness
The cottage was perfectly located to downtown Glen Arbor. It was walking distance to the local restaurants, art galleries, and boutiques. The property provided privacy from neighboring homes and accessibility to Crystal River. Enjoyed a bonfire, a gas grill on site, and a fireplace while watching movies. Overall, a great stay! Can’t wait to return.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Christy C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location! We took day trips to Grand Traverse Lighthouse, Historic Fishtown, Inspiration Point over Glen Lake, Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, Empire Bluff trail and Stormcloud Brewery in Frankfort. Had a wonderful meal at Farm Club. The cabin is just far enough outside of town to feel secluded, but still within walking distance and has access to Crystal River. There are plenty of shops, grocery store and restaurants also within walking distance. The coffeemaker, microwave, washer/dryer worked great! You are responsible for dishes and I recommend washing whatever you plan on using. We ran the dishwasher before we left, but realized that we should have ran it the night before and put away all the dishes. We did not use the stove/oven/fireplace/grills/canoe/kayak/firepit, but you have access them all. The refrigerator and TV could use updating. The king bed was comfortable. The bathroom light only half worked and might need to be replaced. There is plenty of outdoor space for relaxing. This property is owned by a corporation. The welcome didn't feel as homey as other properties we've rented. The rental agreement is long and was difficult for me to submit. The property was clean and comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lena T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Such a beautiful cabin, inside and out! This is my second time staying here and I plan on coming back. Everything is what you need: spacious and clean kitchen, large bedrooms, roomy bathroom, cozy living area. The forested backyard and crystal river with campfire and seating in the front yard is every nature lovers DREAM. The worst feeling leaving here.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melanie E., McComb, Ohio 45858

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynn E., Royal Oak MI

Liked: Cleanliness
The cottage was very clean. Bed was comfortable and nice linens. Small "notes" helped with operation of electronics, plumbing, etc. The kitchen was nicely stocked and plenty of fresh towels. The Crystal River really is crystal clear. Right down the road to the Glen Arbor shopping district. Close to dunes and many many great trails. Small town. Very welcoming.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Laurie C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Good location, older house with issues

Glen Arbor is wonderful and a great base for a vacation up North. This property is older, very clean inside. The listing failed to note its very close proximity to a very busy road (22), something living under the house (rodent traps freshly placed all around the house), large pine tree fallen on the electrical wires at the driveway left untended the entire week of our stay, spotty internet, etc. the carefully worded description not mention the cottage is actually across the road from the river -- be careful if you have young children. The management company took the "you rented it, you live with it" approach --- very unhelpful and not what we expected for the premium price (and property description).
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect location for hiking the dunes.

Pro tip, the firepit is across the street lol, but its in a good spot.The house is right near downtown glenn arbor, four or so minutes from several main trail heads down the 109. The town has an upscale market, a pizza place and a few bar&grill locations. Everything youd need. House is walking distance from the downtown area. When we return, we will try to get this property again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Tim C.

Good location for Glen Arbor Fun

We went up for a 4 day winter experience. We love hiking the Sleeping Bear dunes and snowshoeing and this location is very convenient. It is a cute cabin. The main bed was a little uncomfortable and could use better support I think. Fireplace was a great experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Nicole T.

Great location, but could use some TLC

Our stay was fine and location is great. Cabin overall could use updating and repairs. It wasn't the cleanest, linens overall seem like they were not washed recently.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Kayla G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Good location, no canoe though

Location was within walking distance to downtown and could drive to a lot of places within 40min. We were disappointed that the canoe was locked to a tree and when we messaged the people, they too did not know where the key was and didnt offer to help fins it.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Annette S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fall Getaway

Great location, river was beautiful.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

Scott K.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lena T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Most perfect cabin

Absolutely loved our stay! Perfect walking distance from downtown glen arbor but just far enough outside to be secluded. Crystal River was gorgeous and so clean. Cabin was clean and lots of space. Cant wait to stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Janine S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Glen Arbor

We really enjoyed our stay! Proximity to town and our favorite beaches and hikes was perfect! Cooked a lot in the well equipped kitchen. and appreciated the gas bbq grill! Slept well in the comfortable beds. Really loved that we could bring our pup! Yard could use some tlc…
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Elizabeth K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cute Little Cottage in Great Location

We stayed in this cottage with our pug and had a great time. We had all of the necessities and the location was so close to everything in Glen Arbor. The only negatives were that the cottage could have been a little cleaner and it is on a busy road, with the river across the street (which we knew from the listing). There was still part of bar of soap on the windowsill in the shower and there was mildew on the window as well. The cottage is also a little tired looking and could use some updating. The king bed was very comfortable and we loved the circular driveway. Overall, it was a nice stay and we were really thankful we could bring our dog with us.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dick G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cottage in Glen Arbor

Very nice, great location, excellent river access, beautiful spot.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dakotah P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cute!

Remote get away
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patrick F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Win

All Good
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachael L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Close, simple, accommodating

We finished a week’s worth of vacation from up near Marquette by enjoying 2 days near the Dunes. We enjoyed what we could in Traverse City and Glenn Arbor with the time restraints were had and in-climate weather. The vacation home had all the necessary amenities to make our visit enjoyable. The best part was being able to bring our pets.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great in town spot

Nice long weekend with the dog. Just what we were looking for in a quick weekend getaway. Walked to everything downtown. Watched deer and woodpeckers out back while doing a puzzle. Visited 3 beaches. Loved that there is a king sized bed.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

J P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Location in the Heart of Glen Arbor

Great cabin within walking distance to Lake Michigan and downtown Glen Arbor. River-side fire pit was also as-advertised and a nice space. The rental management company requires some excess paperwork, but they were responsive to all of our communications.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Timothy D T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Foxwood review

Nice location. The loft was pretty much inaccessible.due to the steepness of stairs. Weather could have been better. Can you work on that for next year? :-) Paperwork was too much for renting 5 days and not really intuitive.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kirk M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fall get away

Perfect location for Glen Arbor and Sleeping Bear Dunes. Clean and well stocked. Very comfortable for our family of 5. The riverfront access is as scenic as advertised. We would rebook in a heartbeat
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Spring break 23

Great location. House was perfect for the 5 of us and our 2 dogs.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Allison D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Holiday Get Away

We were looking for a quiet cabin experience for the new year. Absolutely enjoyed this trip, especially the proximity to Glen Arbor. We took walks daily into town and enjoyed riverside campfires. Property was as described. My only complaint is the internet. For the most part you could only use the internet if you were right next to router/modem, which is in the master. We were hoping to be able to stream football over the playoff weekend, and were unable to despite troubleshooting steps.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022