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Home On The Crystal River In Glen Arbor! Pontoon Available to rent

Relax by paddling down tranquil waters or challenge your friends to foosball at this beautiful riverfront retreat.

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Interior
Property grounds
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

6 bedrooms3 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Pet friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer

About this property

Entire place

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

Home On The Crystal River In Glen Arbor! Pontoon Available to rent


Looking for a fun, beautiful escape in Glen Arbor with your family and friends? Crystal Bend is a new rental with so much to offer! It sits on a large lot on the Crystal River in downtown Glen Arbor (yet away from it all). This cedar shake home is only a half a mile from the beach (and only a few miles from several other good beaches!), has kayaks for paddling the river, a sauna by the water, a game room with foosball and ping pong, as well as a great treehouse in the riverside yard! There are 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms in the main house. There is an additional bedroom off of the game room, and a closed off den (with sleeper sofa) make this perfect for accommodating a larger group. The state of the art kitchen has a beautiful Viking range and two islands for prep work! Gather around the large farmhouse table that can seat 10, or belly up to the bar that can seat 6. Leelanau Peninsula wineries begin in Glen Arbor, as does the Heritage Trail (perfect for running, walking and biking) that runs through the woods, Glen Haven, the Dunes, and to Empire. The famed Sleeping Bear Dune Climb is only 5 miles away, as well as the Pierce Stocking Scenic Drive, and the beautiful Glen Lakes are less than a mile away- perfect for boating fun! And, don't miss the putt putt golf course on the river just down from the house! In the summer, enjoy the green grass, warm, shallow waters for splashing around and playing, and perfect for kayaking and tubing!

Property manager

Amy

Languages

English

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Sauna

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage
  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 6 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided
  • Soap

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV
  • Foosball table
  • Table tennis
  • Arcade/game room
  • Books
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Yard
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Bicycle on site
  • Boat on site
  • Kayak on site
  • Casino nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Golf nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

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 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 deadbolt lock
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

Home on the Crystal River in Glen Arbor! Pontoon available

About the neighborhood

Map
Glen Arbor, MI

What's nearby

  • Crystal River - 4 min walk
  • Glen Lake - 4 min drive
  • Little Glen Lake - 6 min drive
  • Sleeping Bear Point Coast Guard Station Maritime Museum - 7 min drive
  • Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore - 11 min drive

Getting around

  • Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cherry Republic - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Arts Tavern - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Boone Dock's - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Blu - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Leelanau Coffee Roasting Co. - ‬11 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Home On The Crystal River In Glen Arbor! Pontoon Available to rent pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

What time is check-in at Home On The Crystal River In Glen Arbor! Pontoon Available to rent?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Home On The Crystal River In Glen Arbor! Pontoon Available to rent?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Home On The Crystal River In Glen Arbor! Pontoon Available to rent located?

This family-friendly Glen Arbor vacation home is located on the waterfront, within a 10-minute walk of Crystal River and Lake Michigan. Glen Lake is 1.2 mi (1.9 km) away.

Home On The Crystal River In Glen Arbor! Pontoon Available to rent Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 9 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 9 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 9 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ariana C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great home in a great location
We had a great time at this property. The open concept kitchen, dining and living room was perfect for our group. The house was very spacious and the yard was awesome. We really enjoyed the beautiful view and the onsite amenities such as the game room, campfire area, kayaks, and fishing rods. We can't wait to come back and stay here in the spring or summer!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Troy S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic!!
Great place to stay with family and/or friends with lots of amenities and super close to the newly opened River Club and downtown Glen Arbor. We will be back!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

andrea c.

We enjoyed our stay
Great location to town. Owners are very responsive to answer any questions. The house is spacious with lots of room and you are surrounded by nature daily. Very large kitchen with plenty of space. The things that could be improved upon but are not a complaint as we enjoyed our stay, are as follows: The house does smell a little musty. Not a deal breaker though. The temp does drop quite a bit at night and there were not enough extra blankets for everyone. Only one thin quilt per bed. Not a lot of hot water for showers and the water pressure was low. Some cobwebs in the main bathroom area and dust/dirt in the coffee mugs. Main floor bathroom door sticks, I couldnt get out and had to have someone else come open the door from the outside. Overall We enjoyed our stay. Very
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gentry S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for a large family
Absolutely loved our stay on the river. Plenty to do with being on the River and being in walking distance to town. Kayaks, fishing, bon fires, miniature golf, ice cream and lots of walks. We have three teenagers, plenty to keep them busy. The house itself was perfect. Everyone had their own room. The kitchen did not disappoint! We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael T.

Great Location!
We have stayed at this property multiple times over the years and it never disappoints. Highly Recommended!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lacey S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Memorial Weekend
Fantastic location, gourmet kitchen, and lots of kayaks to enjoy the river were some of the highlights of this Glen Arbor home.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Martin K., Chicago

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Fun in Glen Arbor
Our family of 10 adults and 2 kids under 5 had a wonderful week in Glen Arbor while staying here. There was plenty of room for everyone to spread out if needed. Most of the time we hung out in the kitchen/dinning room table area or outside on the deck by the river. The location on the river was great fun for us as the people kayaking down Crystal River went by all the time giving us plenty to watch. Bonus that the property had a number of kayaks for us to us which allowed us to take quick little trips with the 4 year old. I used the paddle board once when we went to the beach for the afternoon. Huge bonus of a pontoon boat! Plenty of room for everyone to fit on the boat. Life jackets were made available for the 4 and 1 year old. We did find the floor on the first floor need a sweeping when we arrived but other than that everything was very clean. We brought much of our own spices but there were plenty of spices available at the house. I would highly recommend this home from large families visiting Glen Arbor.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Pamela S., Cincinnati, OH

Beautiful and so much to do!
What a wonderful stay! The house was perfect for 10 of us (6 adults and 4 children). The river was beautiful and very quiet. The kids LOVED being in the river! Kayaks and paddle boards were provided!!! Loved the Pontoon boat also as well as the fire pit on the river. Only recommendation I would make is to have chairs on the upstairs deck. Thank you for a memorable family vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2017

8/10 Good

Sarah K.

Beautiful home in a peaceful setting - perfect for a big family
We had an awesome stay! The location is secluded yet just a few steps away from all the fun/town activities in Glen Arbor - we walked to restaurants and the putt putt golf course and took kayaking and canoe trips on the Crystal River easily with the boats they had at the house. Also - the house comes with a pontoon boat so you can take trips out onto Glen Lake, which we enjoyed as well. The dock and campfire areas in the back yard give the vacation that "deep woods/nature" feel that is so charming up north. The only reason we didn't give the home 5 stars is that it lacks a few basics - fans (it gets hot in July and one bedroom did not have an operating fan or a cross breeze) and the couch pull-out mattress that is credited as another bedroom was essentially unusable -- very uncomfortable for the person sleeping there. Not sure what it is listed as saying it sleeps, but probably comfortably sleeps between 10-12 (I wouldn't count that pullout). These are really minor issues as the home as a whole was amazing and we felt so lucky to stay there for a week.