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Downtown cottage with nearby beach access, a grill, deck, & washer/dryer

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Exterior
TV
Outdoor dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
TV

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 259 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor Space

About this property

Entire place

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

Downtown cottage with nearby beach access, a grill, deck, & washer/dryer

Little Brown House

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Nestled in the heart of downtown Glen Arbor, just a stone's throw away from the picturesque shores of Lake Michigan, this charming cottage is the perfect retreat for a couple looking to unwind and explore the beauty of Northern Michigan. With one cozy bedroom featuring a comfortable queen bed and a well-appointed bathroom, this cottage comfortably accommodates two guests.

Step inside to discover a welcoming interior equipped with modern amenities such as wireless high-speed internet, TV, ceiling fans, and a convenient washer/dryer. The fully equipped kitchen boasts a fridge, stove, oven, microwave, and coffee maker, making it easy to whip up delicious meals during your stay.

Outside, a deck with deck furniture, a gas grill, and a fire pit offer the ideal setting for al fresco dining or simply relaxing and enjoying the fresh air. Take a leisurely stroll to explore downtown Glen Arbor, where you'll find an array of restaurants, shops, the beach, the river, and the town park just a short walk away.

Whether you're seeking a romantic getaway or a peaceful retreat, this cottage provides the perfect home base for your Glen Arbor adventures. Book your stay today and experience the best of what this charming town has to offer!

THINGS TO KNOW
This property is managed by Vacasa Michigan LLC.

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 2 vehicles.

Please note: this home resides in a noise-sensitive area and the owners participate in our Good Neighbor protection program. Our smart home technology will alert our team if excessive decibel or occupancy levels are detected, allowing us to reach out directly with a reminder of maximum occupancy and quiet hours. This technology is privacy compliant, and only monitors the presence of decibels and devices-not any personal conversation or information. Thank you for supporting our efforts to be good neighbors!

Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit.
More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.

Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

Property manager

Vacasa of Michigan

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

Location highlights

  • In the city center

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 630 square feet

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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
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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 and a first aid kit
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

Property is also known as

88622

About the neighborhood

Map
Glen Arbor, MI

What's nearby

  • Crystal River - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Glen Lake - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Sleeping Bear Point Coast Guard Station Maritime Museum - 6 min drive - 4.9 km
  • Little Glen Lake - 6 min drive - 5.2 km
  • Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore - 10 min drive - 10.3 km

Getting around

  • Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cherry Republic - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Arts Tavern - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Boone Dock's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Blu - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Leelanau Coffee Roasting Co. - ‬4 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Downtown cottage with nearby beach access, a grill, deck, & washer/dryer pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Downtown cottage with nearby beach access, a grill, deck, & washer/dryer?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Downtown cottage with nearby beach access, a grill, deck, & washer/dryer?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Downtown cottage with nearby beach access, a grill, deck, & washer/dryer located?

Located in the heart of Glen Arbor, this cottage is within 1 mi (2 km) of Crystal River and Lake Michigan. Glen Lake and Sleeping Bear Point Coast Guard Station Maritime Museum are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Downtown cottage with nearby beach access, a grill, deck, & washer/dryer Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 26 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 26 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 26 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 26 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Emin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great place quite
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.

6/10 Okay

Celeste S.

Little Brown House
Great location, close to the beach and town. House and furnishings a little tired and could use a face lift. WiFi worked well but there was no cable as advertised. Bring your own water unless you like well water!

10/10 Excellent

Randy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fall in Glen Arbor
Nice home that’s well equipped to stay in, and perfect location to walk to the beach, grocery store, coffee shops, and restaurants.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
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8/10 Good

Matthew S.

Cozy
Very cozy accomodations. Well stocked dinner and glass ware. Quaint and convenient location in town Glen Arbor. Would definitely stay again.

10/10 Excellent

Jan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect place to relax.
Cozy very clean close to places to eat. Lake Michigan walking distance.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Caitlin V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet getaway
This was the perfect place for me to have a solo winter retreat. Very cozy and quiet. Loved that I could walk to the lake, grocery store, and coffeeshop.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023
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8/10 Good

Kimberly B.

Basic Cozy Cabin
Nice location and able to walk to all the places in town we love to go to. This property is a bit older and dated but still works. The water is very hard - just a warning for those who have blonde or color-treated hair. I had to do a mineral treatment on my own hair once I got home and I only washed it twice while staying here (I’m a former hairstylist so that helps!). Overall a cozy place to stay for a few days.
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10/10 Excellent

Andrea J.

Cozy cabin
Great location. Short walk to the beach of to town. Beach was divine. Close to heritage bike trail that leads Grand Haven, Sleeping Bear Dunes, Empire. Kitchen was well equipped and near by restaurants were great. Water is iron-y and the pressure was low in the kitchen but fine in the shower.
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10/10 Excellent

Amy P.

Love this location!
I took my 12 year old son here for his birthday. It was the PERFECT location! It’s a very very short walk to the beach and to town. The house was the perfect size for the two of us. The high ceilings with sunlights made the house bright and open. The neighbors are very friendly and gave advice on places to see. We visited during the off season but still had so many things to do and see. I was contacted by text messages to be sure our stay was going well, which was thoughtful and appreciated. It was comforting to know that help was available if we needed it. I can’t say enough good about this house and the location. We hope to stay again!
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8/10 Good

Gary A N.

Little Brown House, Glen Arbor, MI
Location, loads of natural lighting & sky lights, cozy & comfortable inside for 2 or less. Short walking distance to scenic beach, village shops & restaurants. Short drives to great hiking trails & Sleeping Bear National Lakeshore. Shortcomings: was NOT stocked with aluminum foil, plastic wrap nor brillo pads, nor shampoo & conditioner. Well water is hard & tainted with iron which stained white laundry. Roof was noisy during a rainy nite, making it hard to sleep.
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8/10 Good

Marylen M.

A lovely home near the beach
This is a perfect vacation home for a couple. So many places have multiple bedrooms, but a couple who wants something other than a B and B, that's too much space. We were delighted to have this small option--one bedroom, a bath, and living area. Because we came in September not having A/C was ok; the ceiling fan and the small bedroom fan worked well in temps that didn't get over the mid-70's. (Had the temperatures been higher, not having A/C would have been a negative, hence the 4 stars and not 5.) When we arrived the house was very clean and ready. We had a concern about the tricky door locks and texted the management service. We got a quick reply that someone would check on that, but no one every did. The street was quiet, and we felt we had plenty of privacy. The beach and the town were both close. Definitely a charming getaway for two!

8/10 Good

Janet V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Suggestions
We enjoyed our stay but a few things were missing that would have made it better. There were no cloth dish towels or hand towels for the kitchen. There was a hair dryer even though I had called and been told there was not one in the unit. A floor lamp near the dining table would have been nice -- puzzles & games after dark were a challenge (we moved another lamp from behind the couch but someone reading a book there was out of luck. A recycling receptacle would be nice. Perhaps more hangers since there was no dresser to hold clothes. There was an issue with staining of white shirts that were washed -- didn't happen to all items--think maybe it was the hard water. These were just things we thought we would share.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

2/10 Terrible

Taylor M.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disappointed with Vacasa management
The main reason for my negative review is that I expected better from the folks that manage the property. I regrettably left a pair of earrings I'd received from my partner on our first anniversary on the bedside table at this cabin. I called Vacasa within hours of our departure to let them know. I tried calling the local office, but they kept rerouting me to the central call center, so I never got to talk to anybody nearby. After several days of calling, I finally got an update that they were "never found." I know I left them, I know exactly where I left them, and I know that the team had all of that information the day that I checked out. There's either been a mismanagement of the process or some unfortunate dishonesty, and either way it means I've lost an item that's sentimentally important to me. As for the property itself: it's well-located, but extremely hard to find if you're arriving at night. Be alert for that.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

2/10 Terrible

Sarah T.

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
ROACHES! Not Clean and No Refund in Sight!
First, let me start this review by saying that I have been very patient with Vacasa during this process, but it is nearly a month after they promised a refund for our stay. We stayed here last year, you can probably go back and find my other review. Last year, the house was clean, well maintained, fresh mulch outside, well stocked. We came back because we loved the location. This year was NOT good. Upon entering the rental we were met with an intense chemical smell, not as clean, over grown weeds by the fire pit. It looked like it had just been left abandoned. After our first night my husband was sitting on the couch and saw a few tiny bugs. He investigated and found they were baby roaches. NOT wood roaches, but the nasty kind. There were 5 of them on the walls. Which means the smell was roach spray driving the roaches up and on the walls. Where there are babies, there are adults. We caught one, I have photos. We called right away and told them we were leaving and we wanted a refund for our stay. Faith D from Vacasa on June 25 promised me a refund with in 3-5 business days. It is now July 17 and there is no refund in sight. The only other response was from KC on July 13 saying “local team is working on updates”. I warned them in my responses that if a refund was not issued, then I would leave this review. I warn you not to stay at this location. Vacasa, you owe me a refund.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Steve C.

Liked: Check-in, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

David Y.

Cozy home for two
Cozy home for two in a quiet neighborhood.
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8/10 Good

Steven C.

Ideal spot for any season.
Spacious for a two person getaway. Lots of light, plus plenty of outdoor deck and fire pit area. A short stroll to a beautiful beach, and also to the town.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
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8/10 Good

Stacy K.

Great location in the woods and close to town and beach
Loved the location. Cozy cabin for an up north getaway. The fall colors were amazing. Close to dunes, wineries and all things fun in glen arbor.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Susan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Little Brown house
Great location! Needs a little TLC. Getting a little tired and worn. Some clean rugs and a new shower curtain would help. Also, need more than two sets of towels. Could be a really great place to stay otherwise.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Matthew G.

Great vacation spot!
A great little home for 2 guests! Spend a delightful time in Glen arbor in this gem of a house! Beach is a rocks throw away and so is everything in town!

8/10 Good

Patrick H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place
Great place
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Cj P.

Perfect Location, Unique and Beautiful Spot
This house feels like a private treehouse in the woods—even though you’re right next to neighbors and downtown Glen Arbor. We loved having this central hub from which we could walk to the beach, stroll to dinner, head a few blocks over to jump into kayaks, and bike through the national lakeshore. It’s a perfect getaway for two.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Laurie H.

Charming and perfect for two people
We loved our stay here. The location is perfect, very near both the lake and downtown. I also liked how the house is set back from the road, in a wooded area. I would get up in the morning and, with windows open, could hear so many birds singing, which was lovely. Kitchen worked well for us, and we cooked several meals there. I don't know how the house would be during a really hot week, but we had mild weather and the combination of the fans and many windows and screen doors kept everything perfectly comfortable. The house does have hard water, with a slight taste to it. We ended up buying a couple gallon jugs of water for drinking during the week. We plan to stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Andrea J.

Cozy cabin
Great location. Short walk to the beach of to town. Beach was divine. Close to heritage bike trail that leads Grand Haven, Sleeping Bear Dunes, Empire. Kitchen was well equipped and near by restaurants were great. Water is iron-y and the pressure was low in the kitchen but fine in the shower.
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Andrea J.

Cozy cabin
Great location. Short walk to the beach of to town. Beach was divine. Close to heritage bike trail that leads Grand Haven, Sleeping Bear Dunes, Empire. Kitchen was well equipped and near by restaurants were great. Water is iron-y and the pressure was low in the kitchen but fine in the shower.