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Great Lake House for the Family!

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Property grounds
Beach
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Beach
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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Empire, MI
  • Glen Lake
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Sleeping Bear Point Coast Guard Station Maritime Museum
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪51 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Great Lake House for the Family!

Come enjoy beautiful Little Glen Lake and all it has to offer in our recently updated 4 bedroom, 2 full bathroom house with views of Sleeping Bear Sand Dunes and unmatched sunsets. Enjoy a large yard that ends at the dock where you can enjoy swimming, kayaking, and paddle boards in the warm waters of Little Glen. Relax at night on the deck and enjoy the fire pit down by the lake. If you choose to bring/rent a watercraft, there is a buoy for mooring. Close to the charming town of Glen Arbor, Sleeping Bear Sand Dunes, Heritage Trail and Alligator Hill. Linens, bath and beach towels provided. Internet, cable, and full-size washer and dryer included. SATURDAY TO SATURDAY RENTALS ONLY

Property manager

Marcia K Elliott

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Empire

Located in Empire, this holiday home is on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore and Lake Michigan.
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Empire, MI

What's nearby

  • Glen Lake - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Crystal River - 7 min drive - 6.2 km
  • Pierce Stocking Scenic Drive - 7 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore - 8 min drive - 8.3 km
  • Sleeping Bear Point Coast Guard Station Maritime Museum - 14 min drive - 10.9 km

Getting around

  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cherry Republic - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Arts Tavern - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Boone Dock's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Shipwreck Cafe - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Blu - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Great Lake House for the Family! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Great Lake House for the Family!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Great Lake House for the Family!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Great Lake House for the Family! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Empire holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Little Glen Lake and Glen Lake. Lake Michigan and Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

julie l.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

great lake house for our family visit

Lake house was perfect for our family trip
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

An amazing week on Little Glen Lake

My family rented the house for a birthday celebration for my 90 year old Mom. We all had a fabulous time. Accommodations were clean, cozy and so comfortable. View from the house and deck were fantastic. Loved the kayaks and paddle boards. Close to Glen Arbor and all of the area attractions. A quick stop in Traverse City at Sam's Club or Costco to stock up for the week on the way is convenient. The host Marcia was always quick with an answer to any question. Can't wait to book again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Connie U.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family fun week

We had the best time here! The owner responds quickly and is very helpful!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

James L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great times on Glen Lake

Beautiful lake and a great house on a large lot. Loved seeing the dunes from the dock. Kids enjoyed the paddle boards and clear shallow water.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marguerite D., Royal Oak, MI USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Camp Doster 2022

The house at Glen Lake offers a beautiful place to gather and a perfect base for venturing out to the area of Michigan’s finest vistas!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Molly P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Week on Little Glen

We loved this cottage! The house was fully stocked with everything you need. My kids loved the large yard and lake access. I loved being able to jump right on Alligator Hill Trail almost right from the house.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ben H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Get away

Great property on little Glen Lake
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Glen Lake memeories

The house and surrounding area did not disappoint. Plenty of room for a family of 6 with more than enough provided activities to keep everyone happy.... We will definitely be coming back!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Barbara R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

June 2024

Wonderful property. Very well stocked with everything including toys and bikes. Shallow water for kids but you must lather up with products to avoid swimmers itch which unfortunately is common in Glen Lake. It was very warm during our stay but house stayed cool and all bedrooms face the lake for cool breezes
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristen D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Slice of Heaven

This property is an ice of Heaven. Perfect location , and property included paddle boards and Kayaks. The house came with plenty ty of fans to keep things cool, and a ton of perfect personal touches. The rental had 3 TVs which was perfect t for Olympics watching. The owners were easy to communicate with and quick to respond. Honestly this rental had everything we needed! We will definitely be back!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Krista B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing

Marcia the host was wondering and so helpful. The house and location was perfect for my family. Amazing view of the dunes and sunsets. The lake itself was clear, warm and peaceful. Will definitely return. Highly recommended!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matthew H., United States

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great outdoor space

Very nice property. Great location, great lake access (though note it is shallow for a long way out from the shore). Very cozy, comfortable house. Bedrooms more comfortable than expected. Lots of outdoor seating options on deck, fire pit, etc. Very small downside of no dishwasher and some imperfect water pressure in the showers, but who cares. Great place for a big family or a couple small families.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joann L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

July 2022

Marcia is easy to communicate with and responds quickly. The rental had pretty much everything we needed.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dave E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

We Were New to VRBO

Our first venture with VRBO and this property did NOT disappoint. Lovely lake home, expansive lawn, patio and deck for entertaining or just relaxing. There are a variety of outdoor and lake options, from corn hole, bikes, kayaks and paddle boards. Our only complaint was that the weather was uncooperative for most of the week and only had one day to use those items.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

4/10 Poor

Mary Ellen F.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lost vacation days due to poor plumbing

Kitchen sink was clogged when we arrived. Kitchen stunk like a septic tank, sink unusable for the first 4-5 days of our stay. Owners were responsive but plumber did not arrive until day 5 of our stay, hindering our ability to leave the property. My sister stayed at the property for one full day waiting for a plumber that never came. I do believe some sort of refund or compensation is in order. We paid a lot to stay at the property that was not fully functional and spent a lot of precious vacation time dealing with this problem, the owner and the plumber.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2024

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Hosted by Marcia K Elliott

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