Title: Charming, Updated Home in the Heart of Downtown Glen Arbor! Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Charming, Updated Home in the Heart of Downtown Glen Arbor! Holiday home with kitchen, a short walk to Lake Michigan ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/85000000/84130000/84127300/84127260/9800c19e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/85000000/84130000/84127300/84127260/03554943.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/85000000/84130000/84127300/84127260/60a8885d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/85000000/84130000/84127300/84127260/f8be452c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/85000000/84130000/84127300/84127260/0edc248e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Nestled in downtown Glen Arbor, Bluebird is a charming two-bedroom cottage perfect for up to six guests. With air conditioning, heat, and comfortable queen beds plus a sleeper sofa in the living room you'll feel right at home. The patio table seats four outside while just across the street lies Glen Arbor Town Park. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedroomsSleeps 6800 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Dryer - Washer - Barbecue grill - Kitchen - Outdoor space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Charming, Updated Home in the Heart of Downtown Glen Arbor! Charming home in the heart of downtown Glen Arbor. This two bedroom, one bathroom cottage style home was originally built in the 1950's, but was fully remodeled 4 years ago. The first bedroom has a queen bed, the second bedroom has a queen bed, there's a queen sleeper sofa in the living room, and the home can accommodate up to a maximum of 6 people with the sleeper sofa. Linens and towels are provided, there is air conditioning and heat, and a drip coffee maker and Keurig in the kitchen. There were also brand new mattresses put in the home in September of 2022! There is also new bedding, rugs, and a new smart TV. The dining area has a table with two chairs, and there are two additional folding chairs in a bedroom closet. The patio table outside seats four. This home is located directly across from the Glen Arbor Town Park, is only two blocks to Lake Michigan, several blocks from Glen Lake, and you can walk everywhere in town! Restaurants, galleries, shops, the grocery store and bars are all right around the corner! Glen Arbor sits in the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, and the famed Dune Climb and Pierce Stocking Drive are a short 5 mile drive. Hiking, biking, boating, skiing (water and snow), wine tours, beer tours, and so much more are available for recreational fun! Or, visit one of our other charming small towns on the Leelanau Peninsula, such as Leland, Northport, Suttons Bay, Omena and Lake Leelanau for day trips! We're also a convenient 30-45 minute drive to Traverse City and its airport, festivals, and shopping. There's no better place for summers at the beach, fall leaf tours, winter snowshoeing and cross country skiing, and spring cherry blossoms. Let us host you in this beautiful part of the country! We have an established rental history, and can't wait to have you as our guests. Two cars maximum allowed in the driveway in front of the home. All other cars to be parked in downtown Glen Arbor. \*Bluebird has been rented for the last four years on VRBO to rave reviews, but we now have a new account due to the sale of our company! Bluebird will now be our one and only property to rent, and we look forward to exceeding your expectations!\* THIS PROPERTY RENTS FOR FULL WEEKS ONLY FROM FRIDAY-FRIDAY IN THE SUMMERTIME! If we have a last minute opening, we may rent for a smaller period of time. Fall and winter typically have a 2-3 night minimum. Our guests always have first right of refusal to the same week/time period the following year, so we don't know until their departure if that current week is available. ## Property amenities ### Ski - Cross-country skiing nearby ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - Hair dryer - Shower - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - In-room accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In the city centre - Near a hospital - Near the bay ### Things to do - Tennis - Basketball nearby - Birdwatching nearby - Casino nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Sailing nearby - Sledding nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby - Water tubing nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Winery tours nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Unit size: 800 square feet ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/85000000/84260000/84251100/84251027/b08c1a25.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Charming home near the lake with a fireplace, central AC, washer/dryer & grill Glen Arbor - 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25 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions ### Rules No parties or gatherings. The home is not to exceed 6 guests at any time. Township quiet hours of 11pm-7am must be observed. No pets allowed. If a pet is discovered, you will be asked to vacate the premises with no money refunded. No fireworks, smoking, or illegal substances. Maximum of 2 cars. All other cars to be parked in downtown Glen Arbor. ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property 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 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C44.89600%2C-85.99061&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=bDue2FJGtcZSrlpB93Si08cWAEg=) Glen Arbor, MI #### What's nearby - Crystal River - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles - Glen Lake - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles - Little Glen Lake - 6 min drive - 3.4 miles - Sleeping Bear Point Coast Guard Station Maritime Museum - 8 min drive - 3.4 miles - Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore - 11 min drive - 7.6 miles #### Getting around - Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 46 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Cherry Republic - ‬2 min walk - ‪The Mill - ‬2 min drive - ‪Art's Tavern - ‬4 min walk - ‪Boonedocks - ‬2 min walk - ‪Leelanau Coffee Roasting Co. - ‬5 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Charming, Updated Home in the Heart of Downtown Glen Arbor! pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Charming, Updated Home in the Heart of Downtown Glen Arbor! ? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Charming, Updated Home in the Heart of Downtown Glen Arbor! ? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Charming, Updated Home in the Heart of Downtown Glen Arbor! located? > Located in the heart of Glen Arbor, this holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Crystal River and Lake Michigan. Glen Lake and Sleeping Bear Point Coast Guard Station Maritime Museum are also within 3 miles (5 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Charming, Updated Home in the Heart of Downtown Glen Arbor! Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 17 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.8/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ann E. 16 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Great location! Very comfortable and clean. We loved our stay at the Bluebird Cottage! ##### Ann E. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lee S. 6 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Location! Great Time! Our family loved staying at the Bluebird!! Great location and perfect size for our family. Everything was perfect!! ##### Lee S. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Caleb D. 12 Jun 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Place in Glen Arbor This is a great little cabin to stay in right in the heart of Glen Arbor. Very close to everything in town and all the great Sleeping Bear dunes activities nearby! ##### Caleb D. Stayed 2 nights in May 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Megeara P. 13 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Nice cabin convenient to everything The cabin was nice and within walking distance to coffee shops, town and the lake. Just minutes to drive to Sleeping Bear Dunes. ##### Megeara P. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Amber F. 19 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### The perfect spot! We stayed here while in town planning a wedding and it was the perfect location! The house is beautiful and so taken care of, we immediately felt at home! It was in such a great spot to easily walk to restaurants and shops in downtown Glen Arbor. We will definitely be back! ##### Amber F. Stayed 2 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Scott 28 Apr 2024 Perfect spot to stay in Glen Arbor for downtown activities. The convenience allows you to do more. ##### Scott Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Scott M. 29 Apr 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Best location in Glen Arbor Being downtown meant we could do more activities with less effort. We are now spoiled. This is the perfect place to stay in Glen Arbor. ##### Scott M. Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tim C. 19 Feb 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Adorable and so convenient Very convenient location and adorable home. It was a picture perfect experience as we were able to walk to different shops, restaurants, and really enjoy Glen Arbor and just a few minutes away from Sleep Bear Dunes and great hiking. Clean and comfortable. ##### Tim C. Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jennifer A. 20 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy ##### Jennifer A. Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kelly B. 27 Dec 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy ##### Kelly B. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Donna 20 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication The cottage was darling and close to the walkable town with restaurants and bike rentals ##### Donna Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cynthia (CJ) K. 31 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy ##### Cynthia (CJ) K. Stayed 3 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Danielle P. 9 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful Bluebird We absolutely loved this property. It’s a quaint home but perfect for 4-5 people. Very clean and had everything we needed. The location was perfect as you could walk to everything in Glen Arbor but also drive quickly to Sleeping Bear Dunes & a few other coastal towns as well. If we are in the area again we will stay again and Would highly recommend this house! ##### Danielle P. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### ChadB1216 15 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Nice place to stay in Glen Arbor Nice place to stay in Glen Arbor with easy walking distance to stores and Lake Michigan. But I have three suggestions for improvement. First, add grab bars to the shower to avoid slips and falls. Second, add dimmer switches to the overhead spotlights in the kitchen and living area; they are too glaring to enable easy reading or internet browsingt. Third, dining-in is difficult because the table for that purpose is way too small. Consider replacing with a rectangular table and perhaps put that adjacent to the front window and then move the sofa back toward the interior to allow for that. ##### ChadB1216 Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Carolyn K. 28 Sept 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Short trip to Glen Arbor Nice little cottage with a great location in Glen Arbor. Walking distance to the lakes, heritage path, grocery, park, shopping and restaurants. Only suggestion is to have a better equipped kitchen. Most must eat out as to cook on site you must bring what you need. ##### Carolyn K. Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023