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Classic "up north" Big Glen cottage nestled by trees. Pet friendly.

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Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8139 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer
  • Outdoor space

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Glen Arbor, Michigan
  • Glen Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Little Glen Lake
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Crystal River
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪44 min drive‬

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About this property

Entire place

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

Classic "up north" Big Glen cottage nestled by trees. Pet friendly.

There is nothing like spending time on Big Glen Lake in Glen Arbor! Orchard Oaks Cottage sits back from the road on a huge treed lot, making it an ideal location for children. This quaint, chalet-style home with a vintage vibe has 3 bedrooms and 1.5 baths. There are two bedrooms on the main level and one on the upper level, and the loft area has a twin bed. An abundance of windows let in the great views and sunshine.

This home has a large wrap-around deck and a screened porch. The water is across the street but has easy access to the lakefront, plus a dock. No outdoor fires are permitted.

It is an easy drive to Glen Arbor for shopping, dining, and other fun local activities. Canoes and bicycles can be rented right in town. The Sleeping Bear Dunes and Lake Michigan are just minutes away. The home is 30 minutes from Traverse City.

Pets allowed.

-- THE PROPERTY --

Sleeps 8.

Bedroom 1: queen bed || Bedroom 2: queen bed || Bedroom 3: two twin beds with trundles (four twins) || Loft: twin bed

OUTDOORS: Charcoal grill, enclosed porch, deck, outdoor chairs, picnic table, dock, mooring, sand toys

INDOORS: WiFi, cable TV, DVD player & movies, board games

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

GENERAL: Washer & dryer, towels & linens, toilet paper, bar soap, NO A/C

MISC: no outdoor fires, water access is across the street, indoor fireplace isn't useable

PARKING: space for four vehicles

-- POLICIES --

- Pets 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: For reservations between Memorial Day and Labor Day, cancellations must be received at least 90 days prior to arrival in order for a full refund to be issued. No refunds will be issued for cancellations received less than 90 days prior to arrival. For off-season reservations, cancellations must be received at least 30 days prior to arrival. No refunds will be issued for cancellations received less than 30 days prior to arrival.
During your stay at this holiday home, you're just a quick walk from Glen Lake. Enjoy your stay with amenities like free WiFi and a kitchen in the holiday home.
  • The holiday home offers a kitchen, a washing machine and 1.5 bathrooms
  • Free WiFi
  • On-site recreation includes a playground
  • Just a 3-minute drive from Lake Michigan and 6 minutes from Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore
Classic "up north" Big Glen cottage nestled by trees. Pet friendly. offers its guests barbecue grills. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property manager

Visit Up North Vacation Rentals

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Dock
  • Firepit
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • 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

  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 1,500 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are 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

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 50 lb per pet)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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
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.

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Classic "up north" Big Glen cottage nestled by trees. Pet friendly. Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 42 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 42 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 42 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 42 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 42 reviews" "

7.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nick K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Mazing
Great place
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Lisa F., Bloomfield Hills, Michigan

Disliked: Cleanliness
Good location, dumpy cottage
We loved having access to Glen Lake and being close to town. But everything about this house was rickety, worn out or even broken. Bad lighting, kitchen drawers that barely opened,,rickety tables, chairs, even the stairway banister. Also there was a lot of clutter. I don’t need a fancy cottage but this was kind of depressing
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ann S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Much needed get away
We enjoyed our stay very much. The remodeled bathroom was so nice and clean. The house was very comfortable and clean.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Garrett B.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Good Bones Dirty Cabin
Cabin is in great location with easy access to Glen Lake. It came equipped with kitchen items and linens for beds. Issue is cleanliness. Cabin had cob webs, dust, dirty kitchen and bathroom as well as dirty dishes. I wouldn’t recommend for this reason for the price.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

JC C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Time
The house was a real treat. It’s hard to find a home to accommodate 3 adults and 3 children. We found everything we needed at the property and felt the rate was very fair. The lake access and layout of the home are perfect for family.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kassandra B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Nice place big enough for the family vacation with easy access to Glen Arbor and Empire beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Gregg L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Glen Lake
The house is in a great location directly across the street from Glen Lake and only a few mins from the town of Glen Arbor. Pre check in communication and the check in and out process was great. The house has a very musty odor predominantly in the bedrooms. Overall we had a great stay and enjoyed the property.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Noreen F.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Great location
Overall I thought this vacation home had really good bones. Close to dock across the street, saw some previous reviews complaining about having to cross street, it was no problem. Glen Lake was beautiful. Good appliances, all in good working order. The house is somewhere I would consider again, however I would definitely empty it out and do a complete overhaul of all the stuff. Very cluttered and dated, it was like everyone's grandparents' stuff was still there We had numerous extra guests in the walls scurrying about, a good cleaning is in order.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021