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Charming A Frame Cottage on Little Glen at Mama Bear

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Property grounds
3 bedrooms, bed sheets
Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Beach nearby

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

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

Charming A Frame Cottage on Little Glen at Mama Bear

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!

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 Drive, 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 a 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

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Towels provided

Outdoor areas

  • Deck
  • Charcoal grill
  • Dock

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • On the lake

Things to do

  • Hunting nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Basketball nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Marina 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether 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 transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Charming A Frame Cottage on Little Glen
Charming A Frame Cottage on Little Glen at Mama Bear Empire
Charming A Frame Cottage on Little Glen at Mama Bear Cottage
340416

About the neighborhood

Map
Empire, MI

What's nearby

  • Little Glen Lake - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Glen Lake - 3 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Crystal River - 7 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore - 9 min drive - 7.5 km
  • Sleeping Bear Point Coast Guard Station Maritime Museum - 10 min drive - 6.0 km

Getting around

  • Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cherry Republic - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Arts Tavern - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Boone Dock's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Shipwreck Cafe - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Blu - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming A Frame Cottage on Little Glen at Mama Bear pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Charming A Frame Cottage on Little Glen at Mama Bear?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming A Frame Cottage on Little Glen at Mama Bear?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Charming A Frame Cottage on Little Glen at Mama Bear located?

Situated on a lake, this cottage is within 1 mi (2 km) of Little Glen Lake and Glen Lake. Lake Michigan and Pierce Stocking Scenic Drive are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Charming A Frame Cottage on Little Glen at Mama Bear Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 16 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 16 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 16 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 16 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 16 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Susan H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect getaway
As described . Comfortable and clean
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect location!
We absolutely loved this spot for our family with young kids. We were a bit disappointed with the kitchen sink being broken. It made dishes very cumbersome. Also, we felt that we could have used a few extra towels for the week. We really wished there was a washer/dryer available as the clothesline outside is quite short. We really appreciated the cleanliness of the cottage overall and would definitely consider renting again as long as the sink is fixed! Thank you!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ashley B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay
We enjoyed our time here
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mary M., South Lyon

Liked: Cleanliness
Natalie is awesome
Came home late to flooded cabin and Natalie saved the day. Put us up at the Homestead and cleaned the cabin herself. Great communicator.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Amber G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Love this area!
Great time, cottages are perfect.
Stayed 21 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mike E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful and peaceful
This was just what we needed as a family to get away for a week to relax. Very clean, peaceful and quiet. This is a absolutely amazing spot that I would recommend to anyone.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Dean H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute , beautiful view
Clean little cottage with a beautiful lake view. We would love to come back in the summer and enjoy the lake a little more . Over all a great place to stay near Glen Arbor.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

kathleen l.

Liked: Cleanliness
Our Happy Place
This is our second year renting Mama Bear and our first renting Baby Bear! We had a wonderful time with our adult children and two grandkids. Memories that will last a lifetime! We hope to come back next year, hopefully for two weeks!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020

8/10 Good

Adam M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay!
We absolutely loved our stay at Mama Bear! The view was amazing and we greatly enjoyed the firepit, beach, and dock areas. Highly recommend if you're looking for a quiet get away with a beautiful lakefront view. The only thing we would change is an updated bathroom. There was no ventilation system and moisture was evident.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Amanda K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great week on the lake!
We had a great week staying at this cottage. Great beach and shallow water for small kids. The only thing we were expecting that wasn’t in the cottage was a dishwasher.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

TRACEY S., Huntington Woods

Liked: Cleanliness
Little Glen Lake Cabin
This is the 3rd time we have stayed at this property. It is a fantastic location, clean. Good for a small family as it is tight quarters and the bathroom has to be accessed through the bedrooms on the first floor. Will stay again next summer!! Thanks Tracey
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Chris W., North Olmsted, OH

Liked: Cleanliness
Family of 4 + Boat
Great setup if you have little kids. We have 2 boys, 5 & 8. Mooring for your boat is great so that you don't have to trailer it daily. No TV...No WIFI...no biggie! You're on the lake! It's time to unplug for the week. Super clean cottage. Good parking on-site. We'll be coming back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Frederick F., Westerville, OH

Simple, Clean, Just Perfect
We are convinced this is one of the most perfect locations on little glen. We could not get over how immaculate this cabin was. Property was very well cared for. We will be back!!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Melissa S.

Great place...owners have thought of everything youvmight need. Quiet, relaxing, and beautiful!
Perfect location. Lake is beautiful. Nice house...just right! Very peaceful
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Lyndsay W.

Perfect for families with young kids
The small, sandy beach and shallow water was perfect for our family.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Bradley S.

Loved the cottage on Little Glen. Clean and fresh!
This cottage is nice and in a good location on Little Glen. Matt and Connie take care of all the properties they maintain and are quick and reliable when needed.