Beachfront cottage with Lake Michigan views, fireplace, gas grill, firepit, deck

Glen Arbor, Michigan
$796 avg/night Minimum Stay 2 Nights
Bed 3

Bed

Bath 1

Bath

Home Private Vacation Home

Property Type

Sleep 6

Max Sleeps

Night 2 nights

Min Stay

Summary:

Ships Haven



The Space:

Ships Haven sits right on the shores of Lake Michigan, offering 72 feet of private frontage on beautiful Sleeping Bear Bay while still being just a short walk from everything downtown Glen Arbor has to offer. Step outside to enjoy the wooded deck with an outdoor dining table for four and a propane grill, perfect for summer meals. Relax around the fire pit on the beach or unwind on the charming wooded swing while taking in the views. Inside, the sunroom highlights stunning lake vistas and includes a cozy sofa and a dining table for six, creating an ideal setting for meals, games, or simply relaxing. The well-equipped kitchen features stainless steel appliances, and the living area includes a flatscreen TV for quiet evenings in. For enhanced comfort, we've recently installed new mini-split heating and air-conditioning units, one in the living room and one in the sunroom, offering efficient temperature control year-round. We also upgraded the bunk beds with brand-new mattresses to ensure a restful night's sleep for all guests. Enjoy the perfect blend of lakeside charm, modern comfort, and unbeatable location at Ships Haven. THINGS TO KNOW Full kitchen without a dishwasher This property is managed by Vacasa Michigan LLC.



Other Things to Note:

Partial AC is now available! There is a mini-split heating/air conditioning system in the living room and sun room, with a window air conditioner available in the utility room and bunk bedroom. New as of this year, 2026!

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  • Feature Features
  • Map Map
  • School District Rates & Availability
  • Review Review

Feature Features

  • PETS

    No Pets Allowed
  • BEACH

    On The Beach
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) Fire Extinguisher First Aid Kit Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    3 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 1500 Sq Ft (139 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Coffee/tea Maker Microwave Oven Refrigerator Stovetop
  • LAUNDRY

    Washing Machine And Dryer
  • INTERNET

    WiFi Available
  • OUTDOORS

    Barbecue Grill
  • BATHROOMS

    1.5 Bathrooms Shower Towels Provided
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    TV With Cable/satellite Service
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 10:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 6

Map Map

School District Rates & Availability

Review Review

  • Howard H.

    Submitted Oct 2, 2025

    Stayed Sep 28, 2025

    Great location - on the beach

  • Glynis P.

    Submitted Sep 27, 2025

    Stayed Sep 21, 2025

    Awesome location and walking distance to downtown Glen Arbor!!! Yhe house was lovely and kitchen well stocked!!!

  • Timothy M.

    Submitted Jul 22, 2025

    Stayed Jul 12, 2025

    This was arguably the best location and setting we’ve experienced in 30 years of coming to Glen Arbor. The home has incredible charm and the surroundings are truly special. That said, prospective renters should know that the house is older and the functionality reflects that—just 1.5 baths and a very small shower. We knew this going in, and it didn’t take away from our stay, but it’s worth noting for others. All in all, we’d absolutely stay here again and hope to do so.

  • Robin L.

    Submitted Jul 17, 2025

    Stayed Jul 2, 2025

    This was a wonderful place for half a week on the lake, special memories with neighbors doing firework shows on the beach. The house has the best access to the sandy shore and a swim, and is walkable to the main street ice cream/dining/bars/shops. Though many people come down via the neighboring boardwalk, ours was private and neighbors so friendly. Still felt quiet and tranquil. We chose this location for the proximity to Sleeping Bear Dunes but found the exploring to Leland and Glen Lake made the location even more perfect. The temperature inside the house was unfortunately unbearable in early July since the cooling is limited to a few windows that open slightly for breeze overnight only and general cooling down at night, the fans helped but had to take cold showers and keep cold wet washcloths on with fans blowing to try to sleep. Probably not a frequent problem but choose your time of travel if you are sensitive to heat (and we are from Houston TX). The evenings outside on the beach, and cooling off in the chilly Lake Michigan helped make our stay worthwhile! Glen Arbor is beautiful. Kitchen and house amenities were plentiful. Our family of 6 navigated the bunks and single standing shower just fine. Kids had a blast. Bring shade for the beach days (we use a Shibumi that requires the breeze to stay aloft).

  • Jillian G.

    Submitted Jul 2, 2025

    Stayed Jun 28, 2025

    We loved our stay at Ships Haven. It had everything we needed in a beautiful spot and convenient location. Such a sweet time away for our family!

  • Doug W.

    Submitted Oct 28, 2024

    Stayed Dec 31, 1969

    This is a very cute house in a perfect location. We enjoyed the beautiful views and the well stocked kitchen. Would certainly like to stay here again.

  • Cheryl M.

    Submitted Sep 7, 2024

    Stayed Dec 31, 1969

    The allseasonroom. Even if the weather is bad you can enjoy the waves , water and beach

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Total

Includes taxes and fees
$796+
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