8/10 Good
Kathleen
Travelled with family
19 Sept 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Kathleen
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Entire home
Peaceful villa on the sugar sand shores of Big Glen Lake!
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Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Entire home
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 7102 sq m
Popular amenities
- Beach viewBeach view
- DryerDryer
- FireplaceFireplace
- WasherWasher
- Barbecue grillBarbecue grill
- Outdoor spaceOutdoor space
Explore the area
Glen Arbor, MI
- Glen Lake2 min walk
- Sleeping Bear Point Coast Guard Station Maritime Museum8 min drive
- Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore11 min drive
- Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)53 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Peaceful villa on the sugar sand shores of Big Glen Lake!
Driftwood (Glen Craft Villas)
In a peaceful atmosphere with plenty of sunshine, Driftwood is ideally located with warm prevailing southwest breezes to our sandy beach and cooler north-westerns over our treetops. Surrounded with Michigan woods, right on the crystal clear waters of Big Glen Lake, yet located 1/2 mile from Glen Arbor and about 2 miles from Sleeping Bear National Park Dune climb this is the perfect spot to enjoy days at "home" and days out exploring the local area.
Smooth, softly sloping sand leads to Glen Lake, just outside your door. Children love it, and adults can relax alongside them. Children can even wade all the way to the anchored raft. We also have a lakeside firepit with log stools, a dry sauna, small laundry facility, tennis court, row boat, paddle boards, shuffle board court, beach chaise lounge chairs, basketball, and archery range. The very large beach is shared with two other villas but never crowded.
Driftwood features a full kitchen, combined living/dining room with wall of windows for pristine lake views, fireplace and vaulted ceilings, a full bath and three bedrooms: one with a queen size bed, one with twin bed, and one with built-in bunk beds. There is also a pull out queen size sofabed.
This listing is for our Driftwood Villa. We have additional villas available for rent listed on VRBO.
Furnished/Unfurnished Items:
Cable TV and wireless internet provided.
Gas grill and beach chaise lounge chairs.
Fully furnished kitchen is complete with range/oven, coffee maker, microwave, and toaster. Blankets and pillows are furnished. Kitchen soaps & bath soaps provided, but no shampoo. Linens and towels can be provided at an additional charge.
Reservations are confirmed only by advance deposit of 50% the total amount.
Check-In/Check-Out Check in anytime after 4 p.m. Friday, and check out is 10 a.m. Friday promptly.
Pets - In order to honor reservations, we request that all pets be left at home.
No Smoking in Driftwood or a fine of $150 will be assessed.
Must be left reasonably clean to avoid a cleaning charge of $150.
Visiting Guests are welcome for 1 or 2 daytime visits, but not daily.
Cancellations within 60 days are honored if the time of booking is re-rented.
Reservations begin January 15th every season. Available May-October.
More information and additional rentals can be viewed at the Glen Craft Villas Website at glencraftvillas.com
In a peaceful atmosphere with plenty of sunshine, Driftwood is ideally located with warm prevailing southwest breezes to our sandy beach and cooler north-westerns over our treetops. Surrounded with Michigan woods, right on the crystal clear waters of Big Glen Lake, yet located 1/2 mile from Glen Arbor and about 2 miles from Sleeping Bear National Park Dune climb this is the perfect spot to enjoy days at "home" and days out exploring the local area.
Smooth, softly sloping sand leads to Glen Lake, just outside your door. Children love it, and adults can relax alongside them. Children can even wade all the way to the anchored raft. We also have a lakeside firepit with log stools, a dry sauna, small laundry facility, tennis court, row boat, paddle boards, shuffle board court, beach chaise lounge chairs, basketball, and archery range. The very large beach is shared with two other villas but never crowded.
Driftwood features a full kitchen, combined living/dining room with wall of windows for pristine lake views, fireplace and vaulted ceilings, a full bath and three bedrooms: one with a queen size bed, one with twin bed, and one with built-in bunk beds. There is also a pull out queen size sofabed.
This listing is for our Driftwood Villa. We have additional villas available for rent listed on VRBO.
Furnished/Unfurnished Items:
Cable TV and wireless internet provided.
Gas grill and beach chaise lounge chairs.
Fully furnished kitchen is complete with range/oven, coffee maker, microwave, and toaster. Blankets and pillows are furnished. Kitchen soaps & bath soaps provided, but no shampoo. Linens and towels can be provided at an additional charge.
Reservations are confirmed only by advance deposit of 50% the total amount.
Check-In/Check-Out Check in anytime after 4 p.m. Friday, and check out is 10 a.m. Friday promptly.
Pets - In order to honor reservations, we request that all pets be left at home.
No Smoking in Driftwood or a fine of $150 will be assessed.
Must be left reasonably clean to avoid a cleaning charge of $150.
Visiting Guests are welcome for 1 or 2 daytime visits, but not daily.
Cancellations within 60 days are honored if the time of booking is re-rented.
Reservations begin January 15th every season. Available May-October.
More information and additional rentals can be viewed at the Glen Craft Villas Website at glencraftvillas.com
Property manager
Christian
Languages
English
Property amenities
Beach
- On the beach
Pool/Spa
- Communal pool
- Sauna
Internet
- Available in the villa: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
- On-site parking
- Car required
Kitchen
- Fridge
- Stovetop
- Microwave
- Oven
- Cookware/dishes/utensils
- Paper towels
- Blender
- Toaster
- Coffee grinder
Dining
- Dining table
Bedrooms
- 3 bedrooms
- Bed sheets provided
Bathroom
- 1 bathroom
- Hair dryer
- Shower only
- Towels provided
Living spaces
- Fireplace
- Living room
- Wood stove
Entertainment
- Smart TV with cable/satellite service
- DVD player
- Games
- Books
Outdoor areas
- Patio
- Barbecue
- Garden
Laundry
- Washing machine and dryer
- Near a laundromat
Comfort
- Heating
Pets
- No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
- Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
- Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
- On the lake
- On the waterfront
- In a village
Things to do
- Bicycles on site
- Boat on site
- Golf on site
- Kayak on site
- Tennis
- Water sports equipment on site
- Basketball nearby
- Cycling nearby
- Fishing nearby
- Golfing nearby
- Hiking/biking trails nearby
- Kayaking nearby
- Motor boating nearby
- Sailing nearby
- Scuba diving nearby
- Snorkelling nearby
- Swimming nearby
- Water skiing nearby
- Water tubing nearby
- Wildlife walks 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)
- Fire extinguisher
General
- Unit size: 1100 sq ft (102 sq m)
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Policies
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Note from host: Crib and high chair available upon request.
Important information
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
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
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
We should mention
A car is required for transport to and from this property
Property is also known as
Peaceful Villa Sugar Sand Shores Big Glen Lake Glen Arbor
Peaceful Villa Sugar Sand Shores Big Glen Lake
Peaceful Sugar Sand Shores Big Glen Lake Glen Arbor
Peaceful Sugar Sand Shores Big Glen Lake
Peaceful Villa Sugar Sand Shores Big Glen Lake Glen Arbor
Peaceful Villa Sugar Sand Shores Big Glen Lake
Peaceful Sugar Sand Shores Big Glen Lake Glen Arbor
Peaceful Sugar Sand Shores Big Glen Lake
Peaceful Villa on the Sugar Sand Shores of Big Glen Lake! Villa
Villa Peaceful Villa on the Sugar Sand Shores of Big Glen Lake!
About the area
Glen Arbor
Located in Glen Arbor, this villa is on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. Travelling with kids? Consider Sleeping Bear Point Coast Guard Station Maritime Museum and Great Lakes Children's Museum. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and hiking.
What's nearby
- Glen Lake - 2 min walk
- Crystal River - 4 min drive
- Little Glen Lake - 6 min drive
- Sleeping Bear Point Coast Guard Station Maritime Museum - 8 min drive
- Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore - 11 min drive
Getting around
- Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 54 min drive
Restaurants
- Cherry Public House | Glen Arbor - 16 min walk
- Boone Dock's - 20 min walk
- Arts Tavern - 18 min walk
- Cherry Republic - 16 min walk
- Leelanau Coffee Roasting Co. - 19 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is Peaceful villa on the sugar sand shores of Big Glen Lake! pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at Peaceful villa on the sugar sand shores of Big Glen Lake!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Peaceful villa on the sugar sand shores of Big Glen Lake!?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Peaceful villa on the sugar sand shores of Big Glen Lake! located?
This family-friendly Glen Arbor villa is located on the beach, within 1 mi (2 km) of Glen Lake and Crystal River. Lake Michigan is 1.3 mi (2 km) away.
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
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8.0/10
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Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Melisa N.
7 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent location.
Everything was wonderful. We will be back.
Melisa N.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Alissa H., Grand Rapids, MI
17 Jun 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect location
Our family has a lovely time at the Driftwood cottage even though the weather didn’t cooperate. Chris is incredibly helpful and friendly, he went out of his way for us and we really appreciated everything! We got to enjoy the beach/water the first day but the rest of the time was cold and/or rainy. Fortunately there is a pickle ball court that we were able to use and we made great memories. The cottage is close enough to walk into Glen Arbor so we did that and went on a hike at the dune climb. The cottage is super cute and had everything we needed. Lots of time spent playing games and being together as a family which we value as our kids are getting older. The beach frontage is beyond fabulous and we would love to return to enjoy the lake and sun at some point!
Alissa H.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
11 Jun 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Family vacation
We had never visited Michigan before this and absolutely fell in love! This little cabin is in a beautiful spot with fun things to do right there on the lake, like use of paddle boards and other water toys and kids loved playing pickle all and basketball and we all learned shuffleboard for the first time. Peaceful and beautiful location, great for families or couples!
Verified traveller
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Kathryn H.
8 Sept 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Nice weekend away
Enjoyed our Labor Day weekend away. Beautiful setting and Glen Lake is always the best! Host was helpful and caring for our short trip!
Kathryn H.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
10/10 Excellent
Katie S.
29 Aug 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay
We had an amazing time! The grounds were perfect for our family and the host was great!
Katie S.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
Andrea C.
10 Sept 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing property & location
You can’t beat this cottage property, the location, or the hospitality of the host. The lake/beach area was a dream (we used the stand up paddleboards, shuffleboard, picnic, and beach area often). You are super close to town, and the property itself was exactly what I was hoping a beach cottage would be. It had all the amenities we needed, was spacious, and we were incredibly comfortable. The host was super friendly and accessible. Perfect vacation destination.
Andrea C.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
10/10 Excellent
Lisa V., Portage, Mi
2 Aug 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful relaxing family vacation!!!
We had a fabulous time here with our two young kids! Our cottage was very clean, comfortable, and was fully stocked. We loved being able to walk right out to Big Glen Lake. It is crystal clear and absolutely stunning! The shuffle board was right out front that we played daily. We really enjoyed the paddle boards and paddle boat. So much to do right at the resort but so close to town and the dunes. Also, the owner Chis is so nice and incredibly helpful. This is one of our best vacations! We will definitely be back!!!
Lisa V.
10/10 Excellent
m h.
2 Sept 2019
Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome setting
The cottage was very clean and comfortable. Access to the beach and other activities was right out the door. Manager/owner was helpful and very friendly, also quick to fix our one issue. (propane tank ran out of gas, replaced within 5 minutes) We would definitely return!
m h.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019
10/10 Excellent
Karen M.
11 Jun 2017
Comfortable family vacation
Family of five enjoyed our week of vacation. Relaxing setting with things for the kids to do. Clean, well stocked cabin. Beautiful grounds and views. Very responsive owner. Walk to Glen Arbor. Visit the dunes.