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Lakefront cottage with a deck, grill, firepit, dock & partial AC

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A grassy area with a wooden deck, a picnic table, and a view of a lake with boats. - Lakefront cottage with a deck, grill, firepit, dock & partial AC (Glen Arbor)
A two-story house with a fenced yard, a wooden deck, and a barn in the background. - Lakefront cottage with a deck, grill, firepit, dock & partial AC (Glen Arbor)
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A beach with two white Adirondack chairs, a fire pit, and a view of the water and distant land. - Lakefront cottage with a deck, grill, firepit, dock & partial AC (Glen Arbor)
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Close to Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, Lakefront cottage with a deck, grill, firepit, dock & partial AC has plenty to offer. Stay connected with in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathrooms112 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Lake view

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About this property

Lakefront cottage with a deck, grill, firepit, dock & partial AC

  • Summary:

    Lone Star Escape



    The Space:

    Located on the south shore of Big Glen Lake, you'll love kicking back at Lone Star Escape. This two-bedroom cottage boasts comforts and convenience - relax in the cozy living room with your group after a fun-filled day on the lake. Prepare meals and lakeside snacks in the well-equipped kitchen. Rest well at night in the beautifully outfitted bedrooms. The expansive deck is furnished and has a lovely view of the deck. Spend perfect summer evenings dining alfresco with a view of the water and your loved ones around you. And in the mornings, catch a quiet moment alone here with your coffee. THINGS TO KNOW This property is managed by VueStay Vacations. Michigan Real Estate license #6505433797.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • On the waterfront

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
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 1,200 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

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

Rules

Guests must be 25 years of age. Any guest under the age of 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian throughout the entirety of the stay.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

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

About the neighborhood

Located in Glen Arbor, this vacation 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. Visit our Glen Arbor travel guide
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MI, Glen Arbor

What's nearby

  • A kayak on calm water with a cloudy sky above.
    Glen Lake
    1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • A lakeside park with trees, chairs, and a boat on the water.
    Little Glen Lake
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • A coastal landscape with a sandy dune, dense forest, and a large body of water.
    Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore
    1 min drive - 1.5 km
  • A coastal landscape with a sandy beach and clear blue waters.
    Crystal River
    5 min drive - 6.5 km
  • A porch leading to a beach with a cloudy sky.
    Sleeping Bear Point Coast Guard Station Maritime Museum
    12 min drive - 11.2 km

Getting around

  • Cherry Capital Airport (TVC)
    42 min drive

Restaurants

  • Cherry Republic
    5 min drive
  • Art's Tavern
    4 min drive
  • Boonedocks
    5 min drive
  • River Club Glen Arbor
    5 min drive
  • Leelanau Coffee Roasting Co.
    5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lakefront cottage with a deck, grill, firepit, dock & partial AC pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Lakefront cottage with a deck, grill, firepit, dock & partial AC?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lakefront cottage with a deck, grill, firepit, dock & partial AC?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Lakefront cottage with a deck, grill, firepit, dock & partial AC located?

Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Glen Lake and Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. Lake Michigan is 3.1 mi (5 km) away.

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Lakefront cottage with a deck, grill, firepit, dock & partial AC Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 19 out of 21 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 21 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 21 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 21 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 21 reviews

9.6

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cozy cottage

Loved being on the lake!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great house on the lake, we enjoyed the deck, yard, dock, and the lake a lot! Very good spot for going over to Sleeping Bear Dunes and not far from groceries or restaurants. Would go here, again. No dishwasher or laundry available in the house during our visit, if that makes a difference for your trip.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Rainy Weekend in Glen Arbor

Despite a rainy weekend, we still enjoyed exploring the area. This cottage is in a great location! Would stay here again, maybe we’ll get better weather next time!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Long star

The house was spacious. Beautiful deck, Nice fire pit on the lake. Heaters were very helpful to clear the moisture out of the rooms .
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Lone Star

The location and beach were perfect. The furniture was adequate. We enjoyed the fire pit and deck. The dock was full of goose droppings, but there was a broom so we could sweep it off. More towels are needed, only had one each for the week. Kitchen was well supplied, except garbage bags.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice home on an awesome lake.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great Lake House

We stayed here for a weekend, and loved this place. Great location on a beautiful lake, and for visits to Sleeping Bear Dunes. The deck, yard, dock, and the clear lake water were highlights for our family.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location

Right on the lake, plenty of room.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Girls trip

Loved the beautiful views and sandy beach
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A little slice of heaven

Charming lake house and great location. The property is large which makes it feel more private, the lakefront is stunning with clear water and soft sand, and downtown Glen Arbor, golf courses, Sleeping Bear Sand Dunes are very quick drives. Great experience!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

A little slice of heaven

Charming lake house and great location. The property is large which makes it feel more private, the lakefront is stunning with clear water and soft sand, and downtown Glen Arbor, golf courses, Sleeping Bear Sand Dunes are very quick drives. Great experience!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Firefly Cottage

Nice cottage in a nice neighborhood. Beautiful view and lots of local things to do.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Great location

The location and the property were great. The cabin while clean and nice it was a little smaller than I would like.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Firefly

Very enjoyable stay and rental!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely home. The price was perfect

Quaint, cozy, and has a relaxed feel. If you want a place to let the worries melt away, this is it.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family fun

My Wife and I along with our 3 daughters had a wonderful time. The views, beach, and fires at night made our stay one to remember. If you’re thinking about visiting Glen Arbor then I would definitely stay here.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Heaven

Lovely rustic cottage on Glen Lake. Perfect for a quick weekend getaway. Bedrooms were huge, kitchen had pretty much all you would need. Would’ve been great to have a dishwasher and there is plenty of room for a washer/dryer in the bathroom off the kitchen (so definitely be aware you WON’T Have those things!) Missed the mark on those two- but the cabin was in a great location on the lake & the deck/lawn is wonderful!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Slice of heaven

Our family of 5 stayed at Firefly cottage for the week of July 4th... the experience was amazing!! We love lake life and the towns of Glen Arbor and Traverse City! Firefly was a perfect location with a huge frontage to Glen Lake... mornings were magical... and the sunsets took our breath away! We didn’t spend much time in the cottage as we brought a boat and spent most of our time on the water! Due to the depth of our boat and the shallowness of this location we docked (using a mooring) at The Narrows Marina (across from the cottage). It was literally a walk across the bridge. Paul was awesome to work with at the Marina (along with all of the great kids working the dock and marina office... Our evenings we enjoyed having fires, cooking dinners in the kitchen or walking around town (enjoying different restaurants) ... We also loved spending time at the Dunes! As a whole we rated this vacation as one of our favorites... it really is “a slice of heaven”!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Liked the house, not Vacasa

We were excited to return to Glen Arbor and stay on the lake with our 6mo baby. However, when we arrived, we realized that there wasn't a washer/dryer or diswasher, which makes life extremely difficult with a litte one. Neither of these amenities (or the lack thereof) were mentioned on the website when booking. If it had been mentioned that these amenities were not available, we would have selected a different rental. Additioanlly, when we arrived, there was goose poop all over the yard, beach front, and dock, as well as on the adirondack chairs by the beach. We requested that Vacasa come and rake the beach, since it's not safe for a child to play in sand covered in goose poop. The maintenance worker raked part of the beach, but poop remined on the dock and chairs. I messaged AGAIN several times to have the dock and chairs cleaned but they never were, and my messages were not responded to. Also, there were dead bugs all over the windows and the tables/chairs on the porch were covered in pollen and dirt. Some of the dishes were covered in mold. It looked like the house hadn't been cleaned since before the winter. Overall, we were disappointed with out stay, and even more disappoitned with Vacasa. We will not be using Vacasa again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024