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Exterior
Terrace/patio
Little Blue House-Glen Arbor
Fully stocked kitchen

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 588.3 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Maple City, MI
  • Glen Lake
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Crystal River
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪50 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

2 night minimum. 2025 Dates booking now!

Little Blue House
Great for couples, retired empty nester's, or family's with young'uns. Who can travel anytime.
Have a wedding or a golf getaway
Little Blue House is close to most of the wedding venues and golf courses in the area.

Check in after 3:30pm and check out before 10:30am


Minutes from the Sleeping Bear National Lakeshore and only 2 miles from the nearest leg of the Heritage trail. Ready for your outdoor fun. skiing, hiking, golfing, goofing. whatever your winter sport is.
The Little Blue House is just about always ready for you to visit. This cozy 3 bedroom 1 bath.
SLEEPS 1- 5 PEOPLE MAX. NO MORE PLEASE.

Nestled in the woods with lots of privacy the Little Blue House is a quiet little getaway.
It is just 3 miles outside of downtown Glen Arbor. It is centrally located for your visit to the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, Leland, Traverse City, Empire. A short drive to see all the sights.
It is ideal for small families, couples, and close friends. Professionally managed and maintained by the owner who lives nearby to ensure you have no worries during your visit. We welcome all feedback to improve your visit!! We are always making little improvements to the property.
If you have a wedding to go to at the Homestead resort, we are only a few miles away.
1 to 5 people can stay comfortably. So, C'mon up and relax!

Tastefully decorated, Our goal is from the minute you check in till you leave you will say "ahh, just like home."
Queen beds (New 2023) in all 3 bedrooms
A Maple hardwood floors procured locally in the Livingroom.
Central Heat/AC
Cable with most all the channels and High Speed internet WIFI
55 in. Flat screen TV
43 in. Flat screen smart tv in bedrooms
Games/cards/poker chips for the rainy days
Fire Pit in Backyard Firewood NOT provided
Sit back and relax on the decks
BBQ with propane supplied
Linens and towels provided.

Little Blue House is great for small families, couples, friends who want a clean, safe hassle-free environment to stay. What I ask from my guests is that they take care of my place as if it were their own!
It is not a party house and is not to be treated as such. Thank you in advance for your consideration.
As with all things there are a few rules to highlight.
Please
No Fireworks!!!
No Smoking
No Pets
No Candles in the House
No sublets or additional people added to the reservation without permission and maximum of 5 people can stay.
No parties , weddings or other functions at the property
Additional charges may apply for excessive cleaning so please clean up after yourself.
I would rather refund your deposit.
Rates, Availability, Rules, and Amenities are subject to change at any time. PLEASE NOTE: I DO NOT TAKE VENMO ALL BOOKINGS ARE THROUGH VRBO. IF YOU ARE UNSURE PLEASE MESSAGE.

Property manager

Peter Stern

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:30 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:30 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
Outside, and dispose of your butts!
No Fireworks!!! No Candles indoors No functions, gatherings, weddings ect. septic system cannot handle it

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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Maple City

Located in Maple City, this holiday home is in a rural area. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. Sleeping Bear Point Coast Guard Station Maritime Museum and Burnett Park are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby power boating, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours.
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Maple City, MI

What's nearby

  • Glen Lake - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Crystal River - 7 min drive - 6.2 km
  • Little Glen Lake - 11 min drive - 10.6 km
  • Sleeping Bear Point Coast Guard Station Maritime Museum - 13 min drive - 11.1 km
  • Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore - 15 min drive - 14.5 km

Getting around

  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Peg Town Station - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Cherry Republic - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Arts Tavern - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Boone Dock's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Broomstack Kitchen And Taphouse - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 2 night minimum. 2025 Dates booking now! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at 2 night minimum. 2025 Dates booking now!?

Check-in begins at 3:30 PM.

What time is check-out at 2 night minimum. 2025 Dates booking now!?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is 2 night minimum. 2025 Dates booking now! located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is 0.5 mi (0.7 km) from Glen Lake and within 6 miles (10 km) of Lake Michigan and Crystal River. Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore and Lime Lake are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 119 out of 132 reviews
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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

charles m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay.
Very nice accommodations. Would love to stay here again if I get the chance.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jim P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
Little Blue House was everything we needed. Loved the location
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julia B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend Retreat
House was perfect, clean and very cozy.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beth L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good times in Glen Arbor.
Very pleasant, the backyard is a private little oasis.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

charles m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Second stay
Very nice and comfortable. We had everything we needed.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

St Augustine V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location -perfect ameliorities
We enjoyed the property and it was great having a fire pit. It was nice having woods in our backyard and a back porch. can put d
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beth W.

Great time at little blue house !
Clean, comfy accommodations! Well stocked kitchen and great cable and WiFi. Wonderful location and would definitely return.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018

8/10 Good

Ann C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay!
We had a great time! This sweet little cabin was the perfect place to relax after a day of climbing dunes and rockhounding several beaches in the area. We saw deer and turkey every day. I would stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeanie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Little Blue House
Great place. Great location. Great owner
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carrie F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice clean home and great location!
This location was excellent ---- right near Sleeping Bear Dunes. The home is clean and had everything we needed. We will stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

David K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great base for Glen Lake area
This was a wonderful base for our recent trip to Glen Lake. Very clean, nicely updated, comfortable beds, everything in working order. A great place to come home to after spending day trips in the area. We look forward to returning.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lynne S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hidden sanctuary
This cottage was clean and well-maintained. The decor was simple and nice. We loved the privacy of the location. Back deck was superb.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kara W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Vacationer
Great location! Great communication with owner! Clean and air conditioned!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lin C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful location . Had all we needed.
We love staying in the Little Blue House. Great location. Well stocked. Nice outdoor area. Pete was helpful and easy to reach .
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Thomas A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Up North Trop
Well cared for and quiet.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jill H.

Very Convenient Location
Not only is this a great location, but the Little Blue House is more a "home" away from home. It is a nice size and layout and the kitchen is well-equipped. The area is quiet and the fire pit is a wonderful plus. The Little Blue House was spotlessly clean, and wonderful to stay in.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2016

10/10 Excellent

Sara W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Location
Perfect home for our family of 3. The location is close to everything in Sleeping Bear and Glen Arbor. Quiet, peaceful and had everything we needed for our stay. Communication with the owner and the whole process was very easy. Would definitely book again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Barbara F.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful house near great sites
Comfortable house for a family trip to Michigan. Conveniently located near Sleeping Bear Dunes and and Leelanau Peninsula. Checkout time of 10:30 AM was challenging when laundry tasks were required.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathy D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Private, quaint house in wooded area
We enjoyed our stay. It was very quiet and serene. It was just right for me and my two adult sons who each had their own room. Wish the kitchen had a few food basics though, like tea and coffee, but a great deal for the price!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Haddon A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent
We’ve stayed multiple times. It was great as usual. Cozy and relaxing.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Amber B.

Very neat and clean
The house was updated with a ton of amenities and very close to Glen Lake and the Dunes. We will definitely be back again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2017

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fall colors @ Little Blue House
The convenience of Little Blue House location to Sleeping Bears Dunes NL is the reason I originally tried LBH 6 yrs ago. I keep coming back because I love the seclusion among the gorgeous fall color change.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Paula B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
September short stay
The house was clean and easy to feel comfortable in. The kitchen was well stocked and the beds were wonderful! It was a peaceful, secluded location in the woods with deer walking about. The cleaning requirements of washing the linens prior to departure was unusual since COVID has been shown to be passed by air droplet and not contact.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Ben S.

Just what we needed
Pete's house was the perfect size for my family of 5. All of the appliances were updated, the house was clean, and everything worked exactly as Pete said it would. The location was great as it was only 10-20 minutes from most of the Dune hiking we were doing and 30 minutes or so from Traverse City. Would definitely recommend and stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2017

10/10 Excellent

Aleksander S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Home away from home
The blue cabin truly was a home away from home. We had everything we needed - fully stocked kitchen, washer, dryer, dishwasher, grill, bonfire, outdoor furniture, privacy, and a great location. This place has 3 generously sized bedrooms along with a giant living room. We had a great stay, and best of all the location was central to everything you’d want to see or do near the sleeping bear dunes, glen arbor, and empire. Pete the host was responsive and easy to reach, and I look forward to our next time up there to rent his property again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

About the host

Hosted by Peter Stern

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The Little Blue House was my home for 18 years, and now I would like to share it with you.

Why they chose this property

The home is centrally located to Downtown Glen Arbor, Empire, Traverse City, Leland, and Frankfort. All these places are 5 to 35 minutes away. At the end of the day when you get back to the place you will have a comfortable, clean, safe, place to kick back relax and enjoy the amenities.

What makes this property unique

Professionally managed and operated by the owner means I am close enough to ensure a hassle free stay, yet far enough to respect my guests privacy.
For just about the cost of a motel room you get the whole place to yourself.

Languages:

English