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A beautiful resort cottage on Big Glen Lake with a tennis court and kayaks

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Exterior of cottage
Shared access to watercraft
Screened-in porch
Living room
Kitchen - Cookware, Coffee maker, Full kitchen, Oven, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Toaster, Dishes & utensils, Dining table

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area

About this property

A beautiful resort cottage on Big Glen Lake with a tennis court and kayaks

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!

No air conditioning. No smoking. No pets.

-- THE PROPERTY --

Sleeps 4.

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

OUTDOORS: Charcoal grill, Fire pit, Kayaks, Canoes, Row boats, Enclosed screen porch, On lake, Waterfront, Exceptional sunsets, Outdoor play area

INDOORS: WiFi, Games, NO TV

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

GENERAL: Linens & towels, Iron & board, NO A/C, Smoke alarms

MISC: NEARBY, winery, golf course, grocery, tennis court, boating, beach combing, biking, heritage trail, swimming, sight - seeing, fishing - fly fishing, art gallery

PARKING: Space fits 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
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Parking available
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

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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

About the area

Maple City

Located in Maple City, this holiday 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. With power boating, fishing and swimming nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
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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 - 10.7 km
  • Sleeping Bear Point Coast Guard Station Maritime Museum - 13 min drive - 11.3 km
  • Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore - 16 min drive - 14.7 km

Getting around

  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 45 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 A beautiful resort cottage on Big Glen Lake with a tennis court and kayaks pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at A beautiful resort cottage on Big Glen Lake with a tennis court and kayaks?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A beautiful resort cottage on Big Glen Lake with a tennis court and kayaks?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is A beautiful resort cottage on Big Glen Lake with a tennis court and kayaks located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday 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 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 63 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Serena J.

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

Stunning

It was perfect. From the beautiful view from our living room of the lake, to the firpit lake side, to the kayaks, paddle boards, canoes and boats, we didnt want to leave! We will definitely be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia G.

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

Color Tour Up North

Perfect view of Glen Lake and beautiful Fall Colors. Looks like it would be a sweet spot to stay in the Summer also. Very clean, easy access, close to anywhere you would want to drive for all of the sweet spots of Up North!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Timothy L.

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: We really enjoyed our stay on Glen Lake. The fall colors are just starting to turn. The cabin was clean, comfortable and wonderfully located. The transaction was seamless. I look forward to a return trip.
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10/10 Excellent

mark s.

Second time there

Rating Details: The property manager was more than 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: Once again, we had a wonderful time. The property is on a excellent location on Glen Lake. The screened in porch on cottage #2 is a big plus. The city of Glen Arbor is only a few minutes away with several dining choices.
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10/10 Excellent

Jean F.

Perfect Summer Vacation Location

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: Another wonderful visit-- a perfect way to close out summer. A great location for our family of four to swim, visit sights and other beaches too, and enjoy the national lakeshore. We enjoyed meeting other guests and chatting with coffee in the morning, or s'more around the campfire on star-filled nights. Quiet, peaceful-- and a chilly night made us appreciate the cabin heater!

8/10 Good

Hajer

Liked: Amenities, communication
Nice location, right by the lake. Great if you want a peaceful vacation. Cabin is good too, only downside is the lack of AC, it gets very hot and cleaning crew being hour late to leave on arrival. Otherwise we had no issues and would reccomend this stay to others
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
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8/10 Good

Hajer N.

Nice place peaceful location

Rating Details: The property manager was more than 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: Informed management of potential bedbugs in the home, beds very itchy. We slept on the floor, but we were told it was just wood ticks. No AC in home, so it does get very hot. And cleaning crew was still cleaning when we arrived, took over an hour past our check in time to finish cleaning. Barely got done, rushed job and we were waiting to check in after a 5 hour long drive. But overall, a nice stay in a good location by the lake. If you don't mind these few factors you're going to love it here. Everything else was great
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Leslie G.

Our favorite lake haven!

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: This was our third trip to Brookhaven, and had a wonderful week! Though we went out and about a little (Dunes, Fishtown), we mostly stayed around “camp,” enjoying the amenities, the beautiful water of Glen Lake, and watching the stunning sunsets around the fire. Can’t wait to go back!
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10/10 Excellent

Steve & Trish M.

Brookhaven Retreat

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. 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: Great time. Cottage was clean and, while not secluded, was very quiet.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Jean F.

Wonderful Weather and Days of Fun!

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: Once again, Bookhaven delivers a memorable vacation experience for our family! We've been coming back to Brookhaven 2 with our family for about 13 years and it's always been delightful. The kids enjoy time on boats on both lakes, we love our morning lakeside coffee and evening sunset drinks by the shore... Add a cozy campfire, star-gazing and the soft sound of the waves at night. A great location and a perfect base for adventures around the area, too!We appreciated the well-kept condition of the cottage-- stocked with plates, flatware and supplies as described. Towels were fresh, bathrooms spotless, fridge and kitchen clean as well-- and ice was made! All appliances functioned well-- including the newer gas range and the heating unit (we did have one chilly night, appreciated the extra blankets too!). A lamp in the twin bedroom didn't light-- so maybe needs repair?-- but that's all that seemed amiss.We'll be back!
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8/10 Good

Douglas R.

summer trip

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: great place to stay clean and quaint
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10/10 Excellent

Cheryl S.

We will be back

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 had a wonderful week @ Brookhaven. The place was very clean & the owners were extremally friendly and helpful. The beds were comfortable (no morning backache). As for the location it's perfect.If you are planning on staying, cottage 5 is the largest but cottage 2 has a screened in porch with a wonderful view of the lake.
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8/10 Good

A guest from Ft. Wayne, IN

Brookhaven 2

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: Love the outdoor property and amenities
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10/10 Excellent

Douglas R.

nice visit

Rating Details: The property manager was more than 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: beautiful location clean nice cottages highly recommend
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10/10 Excellent

Tiffany T.

Another terrific stay!

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: This was my 2nd stay at Brookhaven and I enjoyed it just as much as the first! Visit Up North continues to provide excellent customer service too! Before my arrival, the Team verified that I received my access information and encouraged me to reach out with any questions or concerns. I did have one small maintenance issue: A corner of the screen on my porch came out. The Team ensured that it was quickly and correctly repaired. (That made my day because I was enjoying using the porch!).The cabin itself is 'no frills' but it is clean, comfortable and well-maintained. The photos are accurate and the location is convenient for exploring Sleeping Bear Dunes, Pierce Stocking Scenic Drive, the shops and restaurants in Glen Arbor and so much more. Big Glen Lake is crystal clear and the private lake shore is just the right depth for all ages to enjoy. One note: on the private portion of the shore, the floor of the lake is a bit rocky. It doesn't bother me but some people might prefer to wear water shoes.Brookhaven is a great place to share time with family and friends. It is close enough to explore new things yet far enough to avoid traffic and crowds while bonding with your peeps.
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10/10 Excellent

Jean F.

Beautiful Lakeside days and star-filled silent nights

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: So appreciate this lovely space-- glad we discovered it years ago. Our family has been coming here over a decade-- a great growing-up experience for our kids! Each remembers their first kayaking trips, paddling into Brooks Lake to see the herons, otters, and turtles, the bonfires, making s'mores and chatting with other families, the stars-- and Northern Lights over the lake at night. We love all there is for us to do and what a lovely place to just not do anything this is. The upgrades are appreciated too!

8/10 Good

Phyllis R.

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

Nice place later in the summer

This is a genuine lakeshore cabin with a 1950’s feel. Small but comfortable with great access to Lake Glen. Lots of construction happening for first day and half so quite noisy but got more peaceful after work was done. Seems we were the first guest of the summer and they weren’t quite ready for us. Host was helpful with suggestions of places to go and things to do. Had a great hike among the dunes.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bill S.

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

Golf Trip

Very tiny shower, barely manageable. Very quaint and small, but quite nice, old school for sure. Beautiful setting on the water with gorgeous views.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

David N.

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

it's simple place with great view of lake.

The property is as advertised there nothing fancy about the place. The place in comfortable and very relaxing
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021
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10/10 Excellent

jean f.

Beautiful in any weather

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: Our family loves Brookhaven! We come every year for the quiet, the beautiful lake, the comfy cottages and the easy access to all the amenities of the National Lakeshore!
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10/10 Excellent

Steve R.

Always a great place to stay and get away from it all!

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 have always had a great, relaxing, very in touch with nature time at Glen Lake. I've been coming up there for almost 50 years and just simply love it. The cabins are perfect for what we need and the lake is always awesome.

10/10 Excellent

Steve L.

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

Glen Lake

Great place to relax and enjoy the sunset, it rained some while we were there but didn’t dampen our experience. Sleeping Bear Dunes just down the road and good pizza from Bears Paw.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021
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10/10 Excellent

A guest from Ft. Wayne, IN

Brookhaven 2

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. 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: Wonderful. Everyone was very helpful. Enjoyed Pickleball courts, kayaks, paddle boards and campfires. Nice, quiet, and relaxing.
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10/10 Excellent

Kristen S.

Best cabin experience we've had so far!

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: My husband and I recently stayed in one of the cabins on Brookhaven and were super impressed with it. Everything was clean when we arrived and the cabin had everything we needed to make some really nice meals. We didn't have to haul our kayaks with us and enjoyed fishing and exploring and fishing on the water with some kayaks available to everyone. Will definitely be back next summer and would come back again this year if the space were available :)
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10/10 Excellent

Jack L.

Great Weekend Away

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: What a great spot!

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