Welcome to The Tower at Glacial Hills. A stay we dreamed up, designed, and built from the ground up with one goal: to create one of Michigan’s most unique vacation rentals. Rising nearly 40 feet above some of the highest hills in the lower peninsula, The Tower is where adventure and calm meet in the best way. Whether you're soaking in the views from the floating patio or winding down in the hot tub under the stars, we hope it brings you the same sense of peace it brings us.
the tower offers 2,000 square feet across four distinct levels, each connected by floating staircases and designed with its own personality and standout features like:
↟ a custom built bunk room
↟ a spacious 7 person hot tub
↟ one-of-a-kind floating patio on the top level with unbeatable views of the glacials hills and seasonal views of intermediate lake.
↟ luxury cafe appliances, electric fireplace, board games and shuffleboard table.
↟ conveniently located just minutes from intermediate lake, shorts brewery, torch lake, and other top northern michigan attractions!
// the layout
first level: a custom-built bunk room with 4 beds (2 queens and 2 fulls), perfect for group stays or families. This level also features a spacious double-vanity bathroom with a large walk-in shower.
second level: two inviting bedrooms - one with a queen, the other with a king - paired with a luxurious wet-room-style bathroom boasting a freestanding soaking tub and spa-inspired touches.
top level: the heart of the home, featuring an open-concept living, dining, and kitchen space with upscale Café appliances, a dedicated coffee bar, and seasonal lake views. Relax by the electric fireplace, unwind with the Frame TV, or step out onto the floating patio to soak in the panoramic scenery of Glacial Hills.
basement level: a secondary living area and game room equipped with a full kitchenette, shuffleboard table, half bath, and a sleeper sofa that unfolds to a queen bed, perfect for movie nights or casual gatherings.
outdoor space: A 7-person hot tub, fire pit, unmatched privacy, and access to the Glacial Hills Natural Area trails.
// the lakes
the tower is just minutes from some of the clearest water in Michigan and the iconic Chain of Lakes, with views of Intermediate Lake during the leaf-off months. There’s a dedicated boat parking area at the base of the driveway, so no need to tow your boat up the hill. Gorham Beach Park is 2 minutes down the road and has access to intermediate lake.
intermediate lake - 2 minutes
lake bellaire - 8 minutes
torch lake - 13 minutes
elk lake - 25 minutes
// local favorites
glacial hills natural area - 2 minutes
gorham beach park (lake access) - 2 minutes
shorts brewery - 3 minutes
mammoth distillery - 3 minutes
torch lake cellars - 9 minutes
grass river natural area - 12 minutes
dockside torch lake - 12 minutes
kings orchard - 13 minutes
providence farms - 16 minutes
friske's farmers market - 24 minutes
// golf
shanty creek golf resort - 9 minutes
a-ga-ming golf resort - 26 minutes
belvedere golf club - 28 minutes
twin birch golf course - 32 minutes
the bear golf course - 41 minutes
// other nearby towns + attractions
downtown bellaire - 3 minutes
schuss mountain - 12 minutes
charlevoix - 34 minutes
elk rapids - 35 minutes
turtle creek casino - 37 minutes
boyne city - 41 minutes
gaylord - 42 minutes
grand traverse resort - 43 minutes
traverse city - 50 minutes
petoskey - 57 minutes
suttons bay - 1 hour, 10 minutes
glen arbor - 1 hour, 20 minutes
Guest access
guests will have full access to the entire property, except for a small locked owner’s closet in the basement. Please note that the Tower features multiple staircases between levels. For families with young children, stair gates are provided for your convenience. Your unique electronic access code will be sent on the day of check-in for a smooth and easy arrival.
pet with permission policy (dogs only with prior approval)
we allow dogs with prior approval and appreciate guests following a few simple rules to help us keep the space comfortable for everyone:
↟ up to 2 well-behaved, house-trained dogs
↟ must be approved in advance. only certain breeds allowed due to insurance
↟ $100 pet fee per dog, per stay
↟ crating is required if dogs are left alone
↟ no dogs on furniture
↟ no puppies under 12 months
you’re responsible for their behavior during your stay and can be held liable for any damages. Thanks for helping us keep the home clean, comfortable, and enjoyable for everyone.
the parking area at the top of the driveway accommodates up to 4 vehicles, with overflow parking available at the bottom of the driveway for additional vehicles. Parts of our driveway are somewhat steep, so during the winter months, we strongly recommend using an AWD or 4WD vehicle for safe and easy access. The driveway will be plowed, and the front stairs shoveled prior to your arrival. Shovels and salt will also be provided for guests to use throughout their stay.
there are 2 exterior security camera on the property by the parking area and front door. These are for us to verify cleaners have prepared the property for your stay.
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