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Sleeping Bear Cub Cottages - Two houses directly on Little Traverse Lake!

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9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

7 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 10279 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • 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.

Sleeping Bear Cub Cottages - Two houses directly on Little Traverse Lake!

July is sold out, but we are offering some great June and August specials!

Come enjoy a true Northern Michigan getaway. The Sleeping Bear Cub Cottages are located on Little Traverse Lake in beautiful Leelanau County on scenic M22. These side-by-side houses have over 100 feet of combined lake frontage. Step out from the living room onto a sunny deck overlooking pristine Little Traverse Lake.

Each house has a grill, fire pit, and deck area for outdoor dining or watching the sunset over the lake. The sandy area leads out to a dock over the warm, crystal-clear lake. There are also 3 kayaks onsite with plenty of life jackets of every size for your use.

The location of the cottages is perfect for experiencing all the county has to offer. We are located between Leland and Glen Arbor. You can take a trip north to see Fishtown in Leland, or continue on to Northport. Head south to spend some time in Glen Arbor and Empire. Trails across the lake lead you out to the National Lakeshore, where you can walk on the beaches of Lake Michigan for miles. Our cottages are located across the street from Market 22 (an excellent restaurant) and less than a mile away from Little Traverse Inn, a restaurant, historic landmark, and one of the first "hotels" in Leelanau County.

The "South Cub House" has 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. The first bedroom has a king bed with a new mattress, the second has a new queen mattress, the third is a bunk room with 2 bunks with full beds on bottom and twins on top, and the fourth bedroom has a full bed. The back two rooms are connected and share a bathroom, making it perfect for a family.

The entire front of the house boasts windows directly overlooking Little Traverse Lake, providing breathtaking views of the sunset. The house has a fireplace, a fully-stocked kitchen, dining area, and living room, all overlooking the lake. For those who prefer to do their cooking outdoors, a large deck with a gas grill and counters makes grill nights easy. There is also a fire pit in front nestled in the sand, perfect for a campfire and some evening s'mores.

The "North Cub House" is newly built. It has 3 bedrooms. The front 2 bedrooms each have a king bed and an amazing view of the lake. There is also a back bunk room with full beds top and bottom (also with views of the lake). There are 2 full bathrooms upstairs (one with a walk-in shower, one with a full bath/shower). There is also a half bath on the main floor.

"North Cub House" also has an open living space with sliding glass doors overlooking the lake. A fireplace keeps you cozy at night, and a fire pit outside is perfect for unwinding after a long day exploring. Sit by the campfire, toast some s'mores and be amazed at the millions of stars you can see in the dark sky of Leelanau County.

Step out of the glass doors, onto a deck and into the water. Little Traverse Lake is an all-sports lake. If you are looking for activities, you can rent or bring your own boat and spend a day on the water, fishing, tubing or simply soaking up the sun. There is a boat launch on the west side of the lake. Or bring bikes and ride the Heritage Trail that leads from Little Traverse Lake all the way to Sleeping Bear Dunes and beyond. If you like to golf, there are several golf courses nearby. If you want to try the local flavors, there are endless wineries, distilleries, and breweries in the area. You can schedule a guided tour or try out a few at a time on your own. Leelanau County is known for its beauty and charm, and the timeless quality found in the local farms, beaches, hiking trails, and small towns.

Relax and leave your worries behind. Come enjoy the splendor of Northern Michigan without having to pack the kitchen sink. Our cottages come fully equipped: Kitchen utensils, spices and cooking necessities, bed linens, towels, s'mores essentials, fire pits, logs for fires, and a dock on the huge slice of lake frontage.


Previous Renters Comments:

'We absolutely fell in love with this cottage and the lake. The kids swam all day in the warm water while we sat on the deck and relaxed. We can't wait to come back!'
Mike F.
Grosse Pointe, MI

'Thanks for sharing such a spectacular spot! We never dreamed Northern Michigan could be so enchanting.'
Ruth.S.
Columbus, OH

'Thank you so much for a wonderful place to share family time together! It was truly what we hoped for and even better! Your cottage is adorable and everyone had great fun in the beautiful lake!'
N.F.
Northville, MI

Property manager

Maria Pasche

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 7 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Dock
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Gas grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours 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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 3,000 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

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
Long-term renters welcome
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, a first aid kit, 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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

The House Sleeping Bear Dunes
The Lake House Near Sleeping Bear Dunes Cottage
The Lake House Near Sleeping Bear Dunes Maple City
The Lake House Near Sleeping Bear Dunes Cottage Maple City

About the neighborhood

Map
Maple City, mi

What's nearby

  • Little Traverse Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Lime Lake - 4 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Crystal River - 15 min drive - 13.9 km
  • Glen Lake - 18 min drive - 14.3 km

Getting around

  • Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Peg Town Station - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Broomstack Kitchen And Taphouse - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Market 22 - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Cedar Tavern - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Blue Moon Ice Cream Shop - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Sleeping Bear Cub Cottages - Two houses directly on Little Traverse Lake! pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

What time is check-in at Sleeping Bear Cub Cottages - Two houses directly on Little Traverse Lake!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sleeping Bear Cub Cottages - Two houses directly on Little Traverse Lake!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Sleeping Bear Cub Cottages - Two houses directly on Little Traverse Lake! located?

This family-friendly Maple City cottage is located on the waterfront, within a 15-minute walk of Little Traverse Lake and Manitou Passage Golf Club. Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore is 1.6 mi (2.5 km) away.

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Sleeping Bear Cub Cottages - Two houses directly on Little Traverse Lake! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 53 out of 61 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 61 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 61 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 61 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 61 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Labor Day Weekend
Relaxing and fun stay with Adult children. Plenty of rooms, towels, beds, etc… Cottage was clean, host was helpful and lake and location was perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great getaway
Two families stayed together in this cabin - well stocked, clean, 2 bathrooms, enough hot water for all 12 of us! Lake is beautiful, very shallow around the edges but great fishing - went to Traverse City, Glen Arbor, Leland, rode the bike trail - very relaxing!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kathy U.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great lake week
Our family had a great time for the week. Kids loved playing in the sand out front and wading in the water as well. We rented a boat and had a good time with it as well. Lovely lake. The bunk room doesn't have space for luggage, but we were able to make that work just fine. Overall the cottage provided a very fun week for our family.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Todd B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fun House
Glen Arbor has become a madhouse over the last decade. It was nice to get away from town with our own beach and dock for swimming, kayak's, and just plain floating. M22 Market accross the street helps a lot also. Sunsets are great as well.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

4/10 Poor

laraine m.

Good location, but...
First, we had a great time, but it was because of the people, not the property. Although the pictures adequately show the property as an "up north cabin with character," it's what you don't see in the pictures that is a problem. There is a sandy area for the kids to play but it is separated from the water by a seawall, so there is no beach. Swimming was off the dock and although the kids didn't mind, it was a little trickier to watch them than had they been able to swim from shore. The sandy area is also fairly narrow which made it nerve racking to have a toddler play so close to the drop-off into the water. However, the 2 main issues we had which caused me to give this only 2 stars: • NEEDS A GOOD THOROUGH DEEP CLEANING. There were huge cobwebs hanging in the kitchen and there was a large cobweb filled with insects in the corner of the master bedroom. The bedroom fans had dozens of 1/2 inch dust bunnies hanging from the blades and cover screen. The curtains were thick with dust and cobwebs. The "white" leather couches in the living area were so disgustingly filthy that we kept them covered with blankets and sheets all week. I pulled the cushions off the couches when we were leaving to check for missing toys and the smell just about knocked me over and the treasure of old food (not anything that we brought) that I found was quite colorful. The living room and master bedroom are carpeted but are covered with throw rugs. The throw rugs were there to cover-up the disgustingly dirty and stained carpet....made me wonder if the rugs had ever been cleaned! • NEEDS ROUTINE MAINTENANCE AND UPKEEP. The oven does not work, you are stuck using a 1980's toaster oven for both baking and toast (no toaster) -- hard to bake a pizza in a toaster oven; pots, pans and serving dishes were a hit and miss adventure (only one large mixing/serving bowl); only 2 wash clothes for the 2 bathrooms and 4 bedrooms; the shed which stores some of the outdoor equipment and toys smells so strongly of rodent urine that it makes your eyes water; screens on both the side door and the sliding patio door had large rips; sliding patio door fell off the track daily; the screws actually pulled out of the side door and it was hanging by a single hinge (we repaired). All and all, it would have been fine if it were just clean and well-maintained. The kicker to the story is that the owners never returned my security deposit check and I had to put a "stop payment" on the check.

10/10 Excellent

Tasha L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing Fall Weekend
We rented the space for my low key bachelorette weekend. We played games around the fire and cooked meals together. The cabin was clean and contained everything we needed. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bettinna S., -

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lake life
The location was spectacular. Such a beautiful lake and the house was perfect. Communication with our host was prompt and great! Definitely staying here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jill S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great cottage. Fully stocked.
A bunch of people in their 70s, 60s and 20s had a fantastic time with everything we needed. We loved cooking, kayaking, amazing Good Harbor Bay beach nearby, and so many hikes. Great star gazing from the pier.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Peter D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely
Second year in a row we stayed at this property. Love the place!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jason S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to unwind
Spacious and inviting. The fire pit was awesome.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Michelle C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Family Getaway
Our family had a fabulous week on Little Traverse Lake! The location is ideal for hiking, biking, swimming, visiting Lake Michigan and visiting surrounding towns! The swimming area was sandy and shallow, which was perfect for our kids. The cottage had a lot of sleeping space and met all of our needs. We did have to buy our own toilet paper and laundry detergent (which was no big deal but just be aware that you may need to make a store run).
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Vince K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful location and wonderful quiet lake
Lovely property
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Peter D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Outstanding Week on LTL
This property was perfect for our group of seven. Four adults and three children under 5yrs old. The house is very well kept and outfitted with all the needed gear from the kitchen, bath, bedrooms, to the pantry and life jacket closet. Well located between Glen Arbor and Leland for convenient day trips or visits to the grocery or shops. Beautiful sunsets every night. Even caught a massive small mouth bass off the dock. Would love to stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Patricia F., Grand Rapids

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing lake house
Six of us spent a relaxing week here at the lake house. Our two grandsons loved having access to the water and use of the kayaks for the entire time. We had hoped to introduce them to fishing from the dock but the lake is so shallow we only had tiny fish. We ended up taking them to Fishtown to fish off the dock. They loved it! Good location to visit surrounding areas.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Getaway!
We enjoyed our time at the cabin over Thanksgiving when we were there. The lake was a beautiful site to look at everyday. There were loons on the water daily to watch. Neighboring cities were close enough to explore and enjoy without losing a whole day just to do it. The local towns are quite pleasant and worth visiting, Suttons Bay, Northport, Leland, Traverse City. There are neighbors, but still very quiet and peaceful. We would stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Lisa R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved the house and property! It was cozy and we had a great time in the local area!!
Property managers were great with recommendations for places to see and eat! Also responded very quickly when we had questions about the property!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020

8/10 Good

Darlyn S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Review
We enjoyed our time here and would stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Kodie D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect cottage on the lake
The perfect little cottage right on the water. Clean, plenty of space and gorgeous views!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Heather B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Location!
Our family & friends enjoyed our stay at the Lakehouse. The kids (ages 13-16) enjoyed the use of the kayaks and the fire pit at night. The sunsets were truly beautiful. Great location for day trips to Fishtown, Glen Arbor & the Dunes. We had a group of 8 and we all fit perfectly. Our group enjoyed the long weekend away.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Fred H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lake Cottage
Our family of 6 adults and one infant really enjoyed the cottage. There was plenty of room inside and the beds and furniture were very comfortable. The views of there lake and the evening sky was stunning. The lake access was nice and provided a shallow sandy bottom, although two of our members came down with swimmers itch. Overall, it was a wonderful week.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

8/10 Good

Kristen N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Location Close to Everything
We found checking into the lake house to be very easy, the location is great with trails, the dunes and beaches all close by. The owners were very responsive to any questions we had and fixed a minor issue immediately. The house is well stocked and we did not need to bring much. The outdoor space is wonderful to grill out and hold nightly bonfires with easy access to kayaks and the lake cannot be beat. Walking out to a great sunset every night was exactly as advertised. As for the negatives, as is common in this area of MI, there is no AC throughout the house. Some of the bedrooms were quite hot even with windows open and fans running as we stayed near the end of July. You should be aware of this going in. Also, we had to deal with mosquitos coming off the lake into the house on a nightly basis in the bunk bedroom. Unclear how they continued to get in through the screened windows, but it was a nightly endeavor to get rid of them and keep them off the kids. Couple of other minor things, several electrical outlets did not work and there was a bedroom window that would not open. Overall, it is a fun space with great outdoor activity to be in for the week.

8/10 Good

Debra C.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Communication
Lake House
Overall this was a great place to stay with plenty of room for our group of 8. Our only complaint was the oven/range didnt work well and should be replaced. Burners took along time to heat up. Other than that everything was great. We loved the outdoor space and it was nice to have the kayaks.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

8/10 Good

Jessica H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful sunset views
Beautiful sunset views! Overall, we were happy with the house. The kitchen was well stocked, plenty of bath towels, we got good use out of the kayaks, loved the sand area, and view of lake from the family/kitchen/dining rooms was spectacular. Amazing spot for sunset views! The bathrooms are on the small side especially the one in the bunk room. We weren't fans of how the 4th bedroom was connected off of the bunk room but it worked out okay for our group. Plenty of parking and we were pleasantly surprised that they provided hand soap, some toilet paper, kitchen trash bags, & paper towels. We also appreciated the smores basket! We had a great time! Thank you so much!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Audrey S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyed our stay
Great location with a beautiful beachfront lot. Perfect for kids who love to fish and swim. Close to Glen and Leland. We hope to be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
In the middle of everything
Cottage was cosy, comfortable and very well appointed. Had a nice rustic feel. Good kitchen. Adequate bathrooms. Nice deck and small sandy beach. Great views of the lake. Other cottages were close by on the narrow lots, but there was still a sense of privacy. The water was not as swimmer-friendly as I’d hoped for our two young grandchildren, but the somewhat grassy/mucky shore bottom didn’t keep them from playing in the lake for hours. The lake itself was quiet and, further from shore, good for swimming. Great location on M22 between Glen Arbor and Leland made it easy to get to all the nearby beaches and tourist sites. We were a party of 6 adults and 2 children, and we had plenty of space. Overall a very good vacation locale.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019