Private lakefront house in great location with private beach, great views

Glen Arbor, Michigan
$1294 avg/night
Bed 3

Bed

Bath 2

Bath

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Sleep 10

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Blue Bear

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Find a true escape in the luxe comfort of this two-story lakefront home! This home away from home offers the best of both worlds: a private location in a beautiful wooded setting and very close to town. You can walk or bike to everything and there is no need to take the car at all. Hikers will be pleased to know that Heritage Trail and Alligator Trail are right here - only two blocks away. Walk to the coffee shop and grocery store as well. In addition, you will enjoy 100 feet of private Lake Michigan beach frontage, and when you are at the beach, you would never know it's so close to town!

Inside, this air-conditioned retreat enjoys a welcoming living area with beautiful vistas of north and south Manitou islands, inviting sofas, and a smart TV with streaming and cable to keep you entertained during your stay. The kitchen has been appointed with all the major appliances needed to prepare delicious homemade treats for everyone and even try new recipes. Enjoy your feast indoors or on the lakefront deck with impressive views.

Things to Know
Check-in time: 4:00 PM
Check-out time: 10:00 AM
All guests shall abide by The Good Neighbor policy and shall not engage in illegal activity. Quiet hours are from 10:00 PM to 8:00 AM
No smoking is permitted anywhere on the premises.
This property is managed by Vacasa Michigan LLC.

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 4 vehicles.



Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit.
More information can be downloaded from the Rental Agreement on the checkout page.

Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 21 years of age to book. Guests under 21 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

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Feature Features

  • SKI

    Snowboarding And Cross-country Skiing Nearby
  • 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 Sofa Bed
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 2500 Sq Ft (232 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Coffee/tea Maker Cookware/dishes/utensils Dishwasher Microwave Oven Refrigerator Stovetop Toaster
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Car Required Onsite Parking Onsite Parking Options Include A Garage
  • INTERNET

    Internet Access
  • OUTDOORS

    Barbecue Grill Firepit Patio
  • BATHROOMS

    2.5 Bathrooms Hair Dryer Towels Provided
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English French German Italian Spanish
  • THINGS TO DO

    Fishing Nearby Hiking Nearby Hiking/biking Trails Nearby Power Boating Nearby Sailing Nearby Snowmobiling Nearby Water Tubing Nearby Wildlife And Game Walks Nearby Winery Tours Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Books Games TV With Cable/satellite Service
  • LIVING SPACES

    Living Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    On The Lake On The Waterfront
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Note From Host: Smoking Is Not Permitted Anywhere On The Premises. 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 : 10

Map Map

School District Rates & Availability

Review Review

  • Elizabeth B.

    Submitted Sep 8, 2025

    Stayed Aug 29, 2025

    Perfect place for a family ranging from 18 months to age 68. The beach was just out the back door and town a 5 minute walk down the driveway. Very private due to the long driveway through the woods to the street. Couldn’t be better!

  • Jan L.

    Submitted Aug 15, 2025

    Stayed Aug 8, 2025

    The beach is perfect.

  • Megan V.

    Submitted Oct 22, 2024

    Stayed Dec 31, 1969

    Blue Bear is the perfect place to stay and enjoy all that Glen Arbor has to offer. With its own idyllic beach on Sleeping Bear Bay, walking distance to town and just across the street from the Heritage Trail, the location CANNOT be beat. The cottage is well appointed and cozy with breathtaking views and sweetly tucked in the woods so it feels away even though it's close to everything. Just dreamy. We'll be back again and again.

  • Marianna F.

    Submitted Sep 1, 2024

    Stayed Dec 31, 1969

    We just finished a wonderful stay at Blue Bear. We loved the quiet and being right on Lake Michigan with a beautiful private sandy beach; yet, just a short walk down the road, and we were in the lovely, bustling town of Glen Arbor. Inside, the house was fully furnished, and the kitchen had all the amenities one could want. The Heritage Trail was less than a half mile from the home. Overall, it was a great place to stay for both the location and the comfortably furnished home. We would definitely stay at Blue Bear again.

  • Wendy S.

    Submitted Oct 8, 2023

    Stayed Dec 31, 1969

    Beautiful spacious three bedroom home with 6 beds and a fully stocked kitchen. We truly appreciated and enjoyed the large private Lake Michigan property! The house was situated far from the road and we only heard the soft lapping of water against the shore. It was wonderful to return to the peace and quiet of the lake after a day of hiking and exploring the area. Within walking distance to Glen Arbor shops and restaurants.

  • Kamran I.

    Submitted Sep 4, 2023

    Stayed Sep 1, 2023

    Great for family Vaca!!!

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Total

Includes taxes and fees
$1,294+
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