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Cozy cottage Big Glen Lake, Tennis Court, Dock, Kayaks, Rowboat, Sunset view

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Exterior of cottage
Beach
Fire pit - Relax around the shared fire pit
Kitchen - Cookware, Coffee maker, Full kitchen, Oven, Microwave, Stove, Toaster, Dishes & utensils, Dining table.
Views of Glen Lake

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
  • Lake view

Explore the area

Map
Maple City, MI
  • Glen Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Crystal River
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪51 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Twin Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Dining Area

About this property

Cozy cottage Big Glen Lake, Tennis Court, Dock, Kayaks, Rowboat, Sunset view

Escape from it all at Brookhaven Resort on the beautiful sapphire-blue Big Glen Lake! One of five cottages with shared access to 150' of water frontage, tennis court, basketball court, and row boats. Gather around the shared fire pit for s'mores and sunsets overlooking Alligator Hill in the Sleeping Bear Dunes area. The cabin is 1 level, faces West, at the end of a quiet street, and sleeps 4. It Can be reserved for weeks only during the summer season.

There is one queen, one Full, and two twins. The full kitchen (no dishwasher) has a charcoal grill and a picnic table. There is also WIFI. There is no TV or phone, so there are no worries at this peaceful location, only minutes from the village of Glen Arbor.


Quick drives to the Sleeping Bear Dunes, shopping, dining, kayaking, hiking, and more. Big Glen Lake is great for kids. Crystal clean water and no severe drop-offs. Boating, fishing, and swimming--enjoy them all!


Non-smoking, No air conditioning. Sorry, no pets.

-- THE PROPERTY --

Sleeps 4.

Bedroom 1: Queen bed || Bedroom 2: Twin bed (2)

OUTDOORS: Fire pit, Kayaks, Canoes, Charcoal grill, Life jackets (adults), Row boats, Tennis

INDOORS: WiFi, Games, NO TV

KITCHEN: Cookware, Coffee maker, Full kitchen, Oven, Microwave, Stove, Toaster, Dishes & utensils, Dining table

GENERAL: Heating, Linens and towels, NO A/C

MISC: NEARBY winery, golf course, grocery, heritage trail, casino, tennis court, boating, art gallery, bike rentals. On lake Exceptional sunsets, Waterfront,

PARKING: Space for 2 vehicles.

-- POLICIES --

- No pets allowed

- No smoking

- No events, parties, or large gatherings

- Must be at least 18 years old to book

- Additional fees and taxes may apply

Property manager

Visit Up North Vacation Rentals
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Free WiFi
Lake view
Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
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
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

About the neighborhood

Maple City

Located in Maple City, this vacation home is on the waterfront. 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. Jet skiing and water skiing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and cycling nearby.
Map
Maple City, MI

What's nearby

  • Glen Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Crystal River - 8 min drive - 6.6 km
  • Little Glen Lake - 12 min drive - 10.8 km
  • Sleeping Bear Point Coast Guard Station Maritime Museum - 13 min drive - 11.3 km
  • Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore - 17 min drive - 14.5 km

Getting around

  • Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Peg Town Station - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Cherry Republic - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Arts Tavern - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Boone Dock's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Broomstack Kitchen And Taphouse - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cozy cottage Big Glen Lake, Tennis Court, Dock, Kayaks, Rowboat, Sunset view pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Cozy cottage Big Glen Lake, Tennis Court, Dock, Kayaks, Rowboat, Sunset view?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cozy cottage Big Glen Lake, Tennis Court, Dock, Kayaks, Rowboat, Sunset view?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Cozy cottage Big Glen Lake, Tennis Court, Dock, Kayaks, Rowboat, Sunset view located?

Situated in Maple City, this beach vacation home is steps from Glen Lake, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Lake Michigan and Crystal River. Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore and Lime Lake are also within 9 mi (15 km).

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 45 out of 78 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 22 out of 78 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 78 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 78 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 78 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Amanda C.

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

Brookhaven Heaven

We had the best time and will definitely be back! What the cabin lacks, the view more than makes up for!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tim M.

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

lake life refuge

This little cabin was just what we were looking for. Beautiful setting with plenty of options for paddling, relaxing, sunset-watching, meeting new people, etc. The proximity to Glen Arbor, the bike trail and Sleeping Bear Dunes made this location ideal for us. Thank you.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph B.

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

Brookhaven 1

Great place for a quiet getaway in beautiful northwest Michigan.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Laura K.

Beautiful location on the lake

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Location is perfect, lake is stunning, tennis/pickleball courts are a big perk! Cabins could use a little maintenance but are sufficient for a rustic stay.

2/10 Terrible

Mark M.

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

Dissapointed

Bug infested, not updated in years, ceiling tile water stained and falling down, no air conditioning, no tv, no dishwasher and very much need of repair or demolish.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Karl K.

Great Family Get Away!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This was a great place for our family to relax, enjoy the lake (swim, paddleboard, kayak, etc.). You could easily spend much more money doing these things a la carte. The proximity to Sleeping Bear Dunes NL and Glen Arbor is excellent. There are a few signs of wear in the cottage - but relax, its a cottage! So if you don't like a tiny bit of sand, a few bugs, or a loose screw here and there you probably want a fancy hotel! The management staff checked in multiple times and their printed guide to the property was excellent. I also had a lovely chat with the owner (I think?) of the property. We'll be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cris A.

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

very quiet and peaceful with a beautiful setting

fantastic
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Kristyn C.

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

Glen Lake retreat

The cabin was nice and clean. The lake was absolutely beautiful. There was no TV so I am grateful there is Wi-Fi in the cabin. No a/c so it got a bit warm on the warm days. Great location.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melisa J.

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

Great cabin

Perfect little cabin great location lots of options for outside fun!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Mary Lou S.

Another Fabulous Family Trip to Brookhaven

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We just returned from our 26th summer family trip to Brookhaven Cottages in The Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. While so many in the US and Europe were sweltering in extremely high heat and humidity, we were reveling in gorgeous sunny weather with mid-day highs of 75F and great sleeping temps around 60F. There is no air conditioning in the cabins nor is it necessary as the breeze comes off Glen Lake and keeps us quite cool and comfortable. We love the access to the row boat on Brooks Lake behind the cabins and used the kayaks to paddle along the shore of Big Glen and into Big and Little Fischer Lakes. We either swam off the dock or used the stand-up paddle boards to get to the swim platform. When we did venture away from Brookhaven, we spent our days hiking the trails or climbing the dunes in the Sleeping Bear Dunes Nat'l Lakeshore, or biking along the Sleeping Bear Heritage Trail (paved off road path-30 miles long) through rolling hills, farmlands, sand dunes, and forested canopies. All of these activities left us super hungry for unlimited cherry products-cherry bar b que, cherry chicken salad, cherry pie, cherry pop and of course cherry ice cream. Most nights we had dinner at the picnic tables in front of Cabin 1 and watched the amazing sunsets. The campfire on the lakefront in front of the cabins is a favorite gathering place to relax after dark and enjoy marshmallows and s'mores. Brookhaven is great place for a solo trip, a couple, a family or a bigger gathering. We've had endless fun there and are already counting the days until we return in 2024.
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8/10 Good

Lee W.

Comfy Lakeside Cabin with a Lovely View

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This simple two bedroom cabin is perfect for a relaxing lakeside stay or place to sleep when you want to take in the activities and sites of the area. You could spend happy days right in that spot swimming, boating, by the campfire. We enjoyed it as a comfortable place to rest and sleep while visiting family. The proprietor is especially responsive and kind.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Adina L.

Great place to stay

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: I really enjoyed my stay. The cabin was clean and comfortable. I kept "camping rules" in terms of food storage and washing dishes right away, as there are bugs out in the country. I don't typically do a lot of cooking while on vacation, but it was nice to have the a full kitchen available. The best part for me was the amazing location - close to everything I wanted to do, it's right on a lake - and the free access to the kayaks. It was such a relaxing place to hang out and then kayak, then hang out some more. I loved it. I was fortunate to meet up with one of the owners of the place, who was very friendly and gave me great advice about places to see and where to eat. I would definitely recommend staying here and would love to go back.
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10/10 Excellent

Nancy G.

Great location and view. Cute cottage but very outdated.

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Absolutely loved my fall girls’ weekend with my 2 daughters on Glen Lake. The cottage has an incredible view and treed property. Location is so close to Glen Arbor restaurants and Sleeping Bear Dunes. Great town! Incredible long dock to stargaze on. Outdoor chairs, kayaks, and fire pit. The cottage is tiny and extremely outdated, but it was quaint, clean, and did the job. We basically just slept in there. Beds were comfortable, living area and table nice to have in the evening after a long day of exploring all the beauty of the area. It was the perfect size for 3 people. Didn’t use the kitchen, but it was stocked with utensils, pans, etc. Nice deck with grill, chairs, and a picnic table to enjoy the view. This is like the typical “up north” cottage of my childhood growing up in Michigan. Nothing fancy and everything is old. It’s a step up from camping (glamping) unlike the upscale resort quality interior of many other VRBO’s/AirBnB’s properties I have rented in other states. It’s the view and location that’s worth the $. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sally R.

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

Beautiful

This property is a great place to stay. The cottage is small yet works well for a couple or small family. The view of Glenn Lake is wonderful and there's lots of bird activity to watch. We'll be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Jamie T., Fort Wayne, IN

Glen Lake

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The lake is beautiful and the location is great. The communal fire pit is nice and having access to the kayaks and canoe are a great way to se the lake.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Yali17

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

Weekend in the little finger!

Brookhaven 1 had the best view of Glen Lake! The cabin was a bit outdated but clean for the most part. The cabin size and location was perfect for the 4 of us! Would consider staying here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Christine W.

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

Great up North cabin

Great location.. beautiful sunset views, really enjoyed the sports courts and bonfire pit. Great cabin to be low maintenance and enjoy up North.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
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8/10 Good

A guest from Woodridge, IL

Furio rental of 3 cabins at Brookhaven

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was more than happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We rented 3 cabins and were wonderful. Absolutely perfect for our family.. Very clean and quaint. Had everything we needed. The only negative that will keep us from returning is that there was nowhere to put out boat and you are not allowed to tie to the pier. Other places we stayed in the past had a moaring for your boat placed in the lake outside of each cabin. We had to moar our boat across the lake and paid $70 a night. Just a big inconvenience every evening and not sure why they could not offer this. If in the future this changes please let us know.

10/10 Excellent

Christeena D.

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

The Cottage On The Shore

I picked this cottage due to it’s proximity to the lake and the anticipation of enjoying the fire pit which due to nearly constant rain did not happen! 😞 We enjoyed the local fare and the scenery was still gorgeous! The cabin was tidy except for cobwebs in some corners and windows!! Overall, we would visit again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Diane S.

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

Fall Getaway

We came up to take in all the fall colors and we found a gem in this cabin and location. The cabin is adorable and the perfect size for my family of 4. The view is breathtakingly beautiful!! We loved it so much we booked our summer trip during this stay. We could just tell that summers here will brings us great family memories. Thank you!!!
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10/10 Excellent

Roger C.

Fall colors

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The place was clean and situated so you could see the sunset. Facing west. Was a little surprised how covid was affecting area,but we managed.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly M.

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

cute and cozy

great fall weekend respite
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020
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10/10 Excellent

Lance F., Chicago

A perfect Leelanau vacation at Brookhaven

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Based on a friend's recommendation, we spent our first vacation in Leelanau at Brookhaven in late August 2020. We only regret that it took us too long to discover the area -- an absolute jewel, the pinnacle of Midwestern wonderfulness, with lakes, forests, farmers markets, hiking, biking and history. Brookhaven cottages are in a perfect location on Glen Lake. The cottages are simple and comfortable. Visit Up North was consistently professional and responsive to all requests. We have already booked our return to Leelanau next summer.
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10/10 Excellent

Great Spot on the Lake!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Cottage 1 at Brookhaven was perfect for my husband and I with our infant child. We could see the lake from the front window and only had to walk a few steps to park ourselves under a big shady tree each day. The condition of the rental was nice, although we did have to wait an extra 1.5 hours for the cleaning crew to finish before we could get into the house place. Luckily, the weather was nice and we were able to wait outside. The cottage was simple, but clean. The location and view were the highlights. We would definitely rent again! Great trip and experience overall!
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8/10 Good

Glen S.

Being Up North

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: A small cabin next to a beautiful lake. It seems ideal. Then the wind starts--and the rain. Seldom below ten or twelve miles per hour, the wind actually blew rain INTO the cabin, under and around the door. Fortunately, we were willing to forego the kayaking and fishing we'd planned, and drive to other locations on the peninsula. The cabin was clean and everything worked. And we constructed a lot of puzzles.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2019

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