Historic Glen Lake Cottage with Private Waterfront & Dock | Cottage in Glen Arbor

10.0 (22 Reviews) |   3 Bedrooms  2 Bathrooms  8 Guests
Empire Cottage | Historic Glen Lake Cottage with Private Waterfront & Dock

3 Bedroom Cottage in Empire, Glen Arbor

This cottage was built 100+ yrs ago and is the last remnant of a large resort from the 1920's. We fondly refer to it as the 'Blue Jay' and/or 'Kids' cottage. Rich in character and rare to find, you have stumbled upon a gem. Nestled in a beautiful wooded and private setting right across the road from Glen Lake. Guests will enjoy 100 feet of PRIVATE lakefront on Big Glen Lake with a shared dock to use for swimming and boating. We also have four kayaks available to rent for the duration of your stay at an additional fee. Please let us know if you’re interested! Sunrises on the dock are delightful and you will find spending the rest of the day on the lake easy and enjoyable.

Glen Arbor is less than 2 miles driving distance away with its many shops and restaurants. You are also minutes from Sleeping Bear National Park and other public outdoor amenities in Glen Arbor and the surrounding Leelanau County. Stunning dunes, hiking & biking trails, Lake Michigan beaches, public tennis and racquetball courts, and more. Wine and beer enthusiasts will also find plenty of local wineries and microbreweries close by.

The cottage itself is a three bedroom, two bathroom space with a kitchen, living room, and large screened porch that provides a lovely view of the lake. The cottage is stocked with everything you might need during your stay, including kitchen/cooking items as well as bath products, first aid, etc. The kitchen also has a pass through to the screened porch which includes a large table that easily seats 12. Guests will find a smart- TV with streaming services to login to as well as WIFI for any rainy days or relaxing evenings/movie nights. We have lots of games and puzzles as well.

So many activities around and yet it is also perfect to do nothing. Whichever you choose, we know you will enjoy your stay at our Bluejay Cottage.

Historic Glen Lake Cottage with Private Waterfront & Dock is located in Empire. Historic Glen Lake Cottage with Private Waterfront & Dock provides accommodation, featuring Laundry, Balcony/Terrace, Sports/Activities, among other amenities. This Cottage features Laundry, Balcony/Terrace, Sports/Activities, to make your stay a comfortable one.

Historic Glen Lake Cottage with Private Waterfront & Dock has 3 Bedrooms , 2 Bathrooms, and max occupancy of 8 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated Cottage because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this Cottage, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. Cottage has a friendly neighborhood, and the Empire has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the Cottage in Empire, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.

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Amenities

Parking
TV
View
Ocean View
Balcony/Terrace
Security/Safety
Sports/Activities
Bedding/Linens
Wellness Facilities
Fireplace/Heating
Guest Services
Entertainment
Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
Child Friendly
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Facility Overview

Air Conditioner
  • Heating
Bathrooms
  • Toilet paper
  • 2 bathrooms
  • Towels provided
  • Shampoo
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Dining table
  • Dining room
  • Living room
Kitchen
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Blender
  • Microwave
  • Stovetop
Laundry
  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Laundry facilities
Ocean view
  • Beach towels
  • On the beach
Parking
  • Onsite parking
Pet Friendly
  • No pets allowed
Accessibility
  • 7 stairs to reach property
  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • No elevators
  • Smoke-free property
  • Handrails in stairways
Activities
  • Marina nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Kayak on site
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water sports equipment
  • Rafting nearby
Entertainment
  • Smart TV
  • Games
  • Books
General
  • Recycling
  • Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
  • Local artist showcase
  • English
  • On the lake
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Desk chair
  • Desk
Guest Services
  • Children's games
  • Children's books
  • Highchair
  • Playground
  • Iron/ironing board
Internet
  • Free WiFi
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit
  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
Security/Safety
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock
  • Fire extinguisher
Skiing
  • Snowboarding and cross-country skiing nearby

Policies

Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 pm contactless check-in available minimum check-in age: 25
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 am contactless check-out available
Child Policy
Children are welcome. note from host: not child-proofed, please mind your little ones!
Event Policy
No events allowed
Pet Policy
Pets not allowed
Smoking Policy
Smoking is not permitted

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 host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed 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

Reviews

Carol R.
Aug 18, 2024 10:34:51 AM
Review Score:   10
Summary: The property was just as described.
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