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Charming Cottage- Baby Bear on Little Glen

Charming Cottage- Baby Bear on Little Glen

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Little Glen Lake, with shared dock
Baby Bear (left) and Mama Bear (right)
Little Glen Lake
Kitchen
Dining table and living room

Overview of Charming Cottage- Baby Bear on Little Glen

Reviews
9.8 out of 10 Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 493 sq m

Popular amenities

  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space
  • Lake viewLake viewLake view

Explore the area

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Empire, MI
  • Popular LocationGlen Lake3 min drive
  • Popular LocationSleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore9 min drive
  • Popular LocationSleeping Bear Point Coast Guard Station Maritime Museum10 min drive
  • AirportTraverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)51 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

Charming Cottage- Baby Bear on Little Glen

This A-frame chalet has direct, private frontage on Little Glen Lake and is located less than 5 minutes from the Village of Glen Arbor. Glen Lake's famous sandy bottom stays shallow for a long distance, making it the ideal lake for small children. The North Shore of Little Glen is kissed by sunshine all day and showcases breathtaking sunsets over the Sleeping Bear Sand Dunes each night. Also visible from this location is the familiar Glen Lake Narrows Bridge.

This mid-sized chalet is perfect for family fun or "just getting away from it all." There is a deck for private picnicking with plenty of seating for everyone, and a charcoal grill. A dock is available for you to bring your own water toys, or you can rent a pontoon boat and enjoy a lazy day on the water! The dock is to be used for loading and unloading of the boat- a mooring buoy is provided for storage of the boat when not in use.

During your stay you will want to take advantage of all the Glen Arbor village amenities: dining, art galleries, shopping, boat rentals, kayak and bike rentals, fresh farm markets, golf courses, a gym and more.

Just outside the village you can enjoy the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore and Pierce Stocking Dr., voted best vacation destination in 2011! Nearby towns include Glen Haven, the Village of Empire, Leland, Traverse City, and Suttons Bay.

Take a day trip and enjoy one of the many summer festivals, including the nationally recognized Cherry Festival (early July), and the Traverse City Film Festival (late July). There are wineries throughout Leelanau County and the Old Mission Peninsula, as well as local breweries and dozens of amazing eateries. Don't forget to take the famous "M-22 Scenic Highway". Whatever direction you head, you're in for spectacular scenery and a great adventure!

Once you're done for the day, relax by the campfire and enjoy s'mores as you take in the beautiful Glen Lake sunsets. This truly amazing vacation destination is waiting just for you!

Please refer to our terms and conditions for the house rules.

Please note that this home is rented for your quiet enjoyment. Due to liability reasons, township rules and insurance policies, day guests are not permitted without expressed permissions from Management. Guest capacity for the home is NOT to be exceeded at any time. Guests not adhering to this rule could face a fine or eviction as outlined in our terms and conditions that are agreed upon by renting our home. Capacity is strictly enforced and randomly checked.

We will provide a starter package of paper towel, toilet paper, garbage bags, hand soap, dish soap and or dishwasher tabs if dishwasher is available at the property. Depending on the length of your stay, you may need to purchase more of these items. Other items not included in this list are not guaranteed. Please reach out to management to inquire if a particular amenity is important to your stay, or plan accordingly.

Other Amenities:
Air Conditioning: No
Pets: No
Smoking: No
Parties: No
Fireworks: No
Wifi: No

Please see rental agreement for cancellation and refund policy.

Property manager

Northland Vacation Rentals

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen
Outdoor space
Barbecue grill
Lake view
Fireplace

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the area

Empire

Located in Empire, this cottage is on the waterfront. 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 Great Lakes Children's Museum are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and motor boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and cycling nearby.
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Empire, MI

What's nearby

  • Little Glen Lake - 1 min walk
  • Glen Lake - 3 min drive
  • Pierce Stocking Scenic Drive - 8 min drive
  • Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore - 9 min drive
  • Sleeping Bear Point Coast Guard Station Maritime Museum - 10 min drive

Getting around

  • Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • Cherry Public House | Glen Arbor - 6 min drive
  • Boone Dock's - 6 min drive
  • Arts Tavern - 6 min drive
  • Friendly Tavern - 12 min drive
  • Cherry Republic - 6 min drive

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Stefanie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean. Great property!
I have been staying in Glen Arbor on Glen Lake since was was 12. I am now 47. I have been consistently on Big Glen but was interested in exploring what stay is like closer to the dunes on Little Glen. This is a wonderful property for a small family just getting used to the area. Very very charming. Clean. Perfect for lake summer living. Not a lot of lounge space but with summer fun, why be inside? Was challenging to have teens with no TV or WiFi option so unless you are going to use your phone as a hot spot, watch out for a lifestyle change. We were lucky to be the only ones on the property for the week but would be a great spot for two families or multiple couples to rent out the entire offering. The management and on-site owners were very accommodating and super friendly. Great communication!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mary B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing Vacation Location
We enjoyed everything about our star at Baby Bear! The location is the best. Steps from Little Glen Lake and within driving distance of Lake Michigan and all that Leelanau Peninsula has to offer. The cabin is just as the listing states. Every bedroom has a wall mounted, oscillating fan with comfortable beds. It is important to note that there is no washer/dryer at the cabin so you can pack accordingly. Our family also stayed in Mama Bear which made for an excellent vacation week!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Amy P., Minneapolis

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charming family trip
The cabin is cute, clean and great for a vacation. The real star of the show for us was the lake. It was extremely clear and shallow, making it great for kids. We loved swimming and hanging out in the lake every day of our trip. Nearby towns are adorable and the trails and parks nearby made for great family time. Highly recomended.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Autumn C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful getaway on Glen Lake
Everything was very clean and nice. We enjoyed our stay but had to leave early due to it raining and cool the entire time we were there. Overall a great place to stay with a beautiful view of the dunes
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

john o.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place
Wonderful location on the water with great views and still close to town and great hikes.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020

About the host

Hosted by Northland Vacation Rentals

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Our management company aims to provide a streamlined, effortless experience for renters. We are committed to ensuring our clients enjoy a carefree environment and feel the full and constant support of our team. Connecting clients with an ideal property and making them feel comfortable, safe and relaxed is our utmost priority. Let us help you find the perfect vacation rental for you and your family.

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