Title: Couples Retreat. Perfect getaway with all the amenities. Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=33495279&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire apartment # Couples Retreat. Perfect getaway with all the amenities. Lakefront apartment with kitchen and patio ## Photo gallery for Couples Retreat. Perfect getaway with all the amenities. ![Terrace/patio - Couples Retreat. Perfect getaway with all the amenities. (Empire)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33500000/33495300/33495279/f8d8957d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Shower, hair dryer, soap, toilet paper - Couples Retreat. Perfect getaway with all the amenities. (Empire)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33500000/33495300/33495279/ce756087.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi - Couples Retreat. Perfect getaway with all the amenities. (Empire)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33500000/33495300/33495279/4b3fed54.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV - Couples Retreat. Perfect getaway with all the amenities. (Empire)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33500000/33495300/33495279/246caa6d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Couples Retreat. Perfect getaway with all the amenities. (Empire)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33500000/33495300/33495279/80d08e66.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Located in Leelanau County, this beautiful one-bedroom apartment is your haven for exploring the Grand Traverse region. Overlooking Big and Little Glen, unwind on your private deck with great sunsets over the dunes. Enjoy biking on the nearby heritage trail or visit historic Fishtown in Leland and tour local wineries. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire apartment 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2745 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning - Outdoor space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Couples Retreat. Perfect getaway with all the amenities. Beautiful one bedroom second floor apartment over a 3 car detached garage. Very private. Kitchen is equipped with microwave, refrigerator/freezer/icemaker. Range and microwave. New cabinets with granite countertops. Use this as your base of operations to see and enjoy all that Leelanau County and the Grand Traverse region has to offer. Great biking with the new heritage trail nearby. Visit historic fishtown in Leland, tour some of the areas great wineries. Charter a trip to fish for salmon out of either Glen Arbor or Leland. Traverse City is only half an hour away and is a foodies paradise with dozens of really fine restaurants and micro breweries. The apartment overlooks both Big and Little Glen. Enjoy great sunsets over the dunes from your own private deck right next to Glen Lake. Bring your boat and use the dedicated anchorage and your own private dock for great swimming and fishing. ## Property amenities ### Ski - Cross-country skiing nearby - Snowboarding nearby ### Internet - Available in the apartment: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Car required - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Ice maker - Kitchen island - Lobster/crab pot - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - Bedroom ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near a health/beauty spa - Near the marina - On a lake ### Things to do - Boat - Kayak - Casino nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Hunting nearby - Ice skating nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Sailing nearby - Sledding nearby - Snowmobiling nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby - Water tubing nearby - Windsurfing 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Property does not allow children - Unit size: 745 square feet ## Similar properties ![Apartment (3 Bedrooms) | Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114370000/114369800/114369784/51110d74.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Walkable Beulah Apt Near Skiing & Ice Fishing! 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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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock 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 ### We should mention A car is required for transport to and from this property ### Property is also known as Couples Retreat. Perfect Getaway With all the Amenities Couples Retreat. Perfect getaway with all the amenities. Empire ## About the area Located in Empire, this apartment is on a lake. 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. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the sledging and snowmobiling. [Visit our Empire travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Empire.dx6320589) [View more Apartments in Empire](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Empire-Apartments.d6320589-aaApartments.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![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%7C44.86473%2C-85.99606&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=WdjIHK7FgqRCfgbpkwghYqvfnwQ=) Empire, MI ### What's nearby - ![Sunrise on Little Glen Lake in Glen Arbor Michigan](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976196896/b26e02e4-36d1-4aab-b1ef-65e23fd4dc7a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Little Glen Lake 1 min walk \- 0.1 miles - ![Kayak on Little glen lake in Glen Arbor, Michigan on cloudy morning at sunrise](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976193571/8fceba69-eabe-48be-806e-bc8b65cc48de.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Glen Lake 2 min walk \- 0.1 miles - ![Crystal Blue Water at the Coast of Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/631282306490937344/340a9b44-3977-42a2-b0a5-591e4390a160.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Crystal River 4 min drive \- 3.4 miles - ![Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore featuring general coastal views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6320584/211350a6-ea0c-4a17-ba77-f924811585bf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore 5 min drive \- 4.7 miles - ![View from the porch of the Sleeping Bear Point Coast Guard Station Maritime Museum west of Glen Haven, Michigan, USA.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621561073975/eff434f5-ff29-4131-be06-62bb0fee3fa3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Sleeping Bear Point Coast Guard Station Maritime Museum 11 min drive \- 6.3 miles ### Getting around - Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) 50 min drive ### Restaurants - Cherry Republic 4 min drive - The Mill 5 min drive - The Foothills Cafe 11 min drive - Art's Tavern 4 min drive - River Club Glen Arbor 4 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Couples Retreat. 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[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 49 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nancy S. 8 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful and Relaxing The lake is beautiful and there is plenty to do on the property and nearby. The apartment was clean and private and Joan and Bob were wonderful hosts. ##### Nancy S. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jim H. 30 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Nice getaway place Wife and I stayed for a week in July. Very well appointed place, with a great location. Nice for 2 people. Bob and Joan were friendly and took care of any issues we had. ##### Jim H. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tony R. 14 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Great place and wonderful hosts! ##### Tony R. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kristen J. 23 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Glen Arbor Getaway Perfect little spot to rest and recharge. Everything that you need is close by and the beauty of the Sleeping Bear National Park is minutes away. ##### Kristen J. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Keith K. 21 Jun 2018 #### Fantastic! Very welcoming and quiet for a quick trip up north. ##### Keith K. Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2018 This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gail M. 5 Oct 2017 #### It truly is a perfect getaway. This was absolutely ideal for us. The property is beautiful, unit was clean and so nice and airy. Loved that we could watch the sunrise from the bedroom and see the sunset from the deck on the lake. Would definitely return! ##### Gail M. Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2017 This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tanya W. 9 Sept 2015 #### Great cabin, perfect location Very nice, basic, clean cabin with everything you need in a perfect location. Equal distance from north and south end of park so perfect for visiting both easily. The cabin is set far back from the road so very peaceful and the oversize front window makes the living room a very pleasant place to sit and muse. The park across the street is quiet and pleasant with a great dock you can hang out on and swim off after a day of exploring. Great place! ##### Tanya W. This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kaitlynn P., Brooklyn, MI 14 May 2017 #### Excellent Stay! We spent a quick weekend here for our anniversary getaway and we could not possibly be happier with our choice! A beautiful apartment, spotless, friendly owners. A great location, easy drive to countless restaurants, stores, and the dunes. We used their kayaks, and my husband spent a lot of time fishing. We will be back, without a doubt! ##### Kaitlynn P. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Amy S. 29 Jul 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful stay! Such a lovely place. So clean and the property is beautiful, great views of Little Glen and Big Glen. Loved the space down by the water and watching sunsets. We brought our boat and the launch is just down the road and it was great to be able to keep our boat in the water too. So many places to explore close by... hiking, biking, wineries, beaches, great food. And it was great to have laundry in the unit as well! Wonderful place to stay! ##### Amy S. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### tom p. 9 Aug 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Very comfortable apartment! Very cute and well appointed apartment. Owner was available for anything we needed. She was kind enough to mail some things we left behind. Lake worked well for our paddle boards and the pontoon boat we rented. ##### tom p. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Steven W. 29 Sept 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful Week We spent a wonderful week in Bob & Joan’s place, and could not have been happier. Sparkling clean, perfect location, and lots of amenities. Communication with the hosts was great, and as an added bonus, Curley (the dog & co-host) brought us a twig or leaf as a present every day! Can’t wait to return next year. ##### Steven W. Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lisa S., Chesterton, Indiana 29 Oct 2018 #### Beautiful place! I made a huge mistake with booking (wrong dates). Bob was understanding and able to accommodate us. We were sooo thankful for that! This couples retreat was beautiful and nicely decorated. The views were beautiful. If you decide to stay here, you most definitely will not be disappointed! ##### Lisa S. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018 This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent 30 Oct 2017 #### As good as advertised! This truly is a couple's retreat. It is exactly as pictured so is plush yet comfortable. The outside deck and private dock are a big plus for summer water activities. The kitchen is equipped to allow fixing meals if you care to do so. Bob and Joan are gracious hosts very familiar with the area and what it has to offer (which is a lot!) You won't be disappointed. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2017 This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Katherine E., Romeo 23 Sept 2017 #### Beautiful apartment in a perfect location This is the perfect spot for a couple to enjoy the Leelanau peninsula from. The apartment is beautiful, very clean, and nicely decorated. You have your own deck and private dock to enjoy Glen lake from, and even have use of 2 kayaks along with the oars and life jackets. You have a sunrise view over Big Glen Lake from your bed in the morning, and sunset view over Little Glen from the couch, or even better from the dock. Loved, loved, loved it. Also, hosts Bob and Joan are very nice! ##### Katherine E. Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2017 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Deborah G. 15 Oct 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely Property My husband and I enjoyed a week at this lovely property! We have been coming to the Leelanau area for 30+ years. This was our first time staying here and hope to return in the future. Bob and Joan are kind and gracious hosts! The apartment was such a pleasure to stay in. The trees, the water, the location...just beautiful! We did not have the best of weather, but when we did have a break from the rain, we enjoyed a drive thru Pierce Stocking Scenic Drive, a hike to Empire Bluff, sunsets in various beaches, a long bike ride on the Tart Trail, shopping in TC, and trying out a few new restaurants (WREN and Mundos Coffee House, Suttons Bay, Broomstack Kitchen, in Maple City, and Farm Club in TC)! Do try to make it to Moomers Farm for the best ice cream experience, also in TC! It was always a welcome to return from our outings, to a comfortable and pleasant place! \~Deborah G ##### Deborah G. Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Connie B. 24 Sept 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect Spot! Great location, Property owners Bob and Joan very welcoming. Unit very clean and comfortable. We look forward to our next stay there. ##### Connie B. Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### laura k. 3 Aug 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Week on Little Glenn Lake Joan and Bob's property is just as pictured with great access to the lake and private dock. We really enjoyed the included kayaks as well as proximity to hiking, biking and Glenn Arbor. We will stay here again. ##### laura k. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lisa J. 26 Jul 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Ideal accomodations! This garage apartment was the perfect place for us! Bob and Joan are so welcoming and have created a renter's dream! The apartment is comfortable and cozy with a gorgeous view of the water. The kitchen is stocked with everything needed to prepare home-cooked meals including our own barbecue. We had our own deck and dock complete with kayaks. We stayed for three weeks and wish it could have been longer! We will definitely be back! ##### Lisa J. Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mike M. 18 Sept 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Excellent stay near Glen Arbor Wonderful hilltop lakefront location on Little Glen. The in-law apartment over the garage was as comfortable and easy to use as you could hope for. ##### Mike M. Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sarah M. 7 Jul 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful! Perfect for a couple’s retreat! We actually stayed for a full 2 weeks and it was perfect - private, clean, right on the water but still close to lots of dining and other activities! Bob and Joan were excellent and friendly hosts! ##### Sarah M. Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jason P. 25 Jun 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### We had an awesome time The place is very clean! The location is perfect for exploring Sleeping Bear NP, Glen Arbor, and the area. The hosts are very helpful. ##### Jason P. Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### John K., Spring Lake, MI 6 Jun 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Don't stay here because we want it all to ourselves Really nice for couples! Very well designed and built apartment with nice deck and uniquely sheltered dock landing where we spent much time sitting and enjoying the lake. Centrally-located in the Sleeping Bear and Glen Arbor area. Kitchen is nicely-stocked if you prefer to eat in, or grill. A fine getaway, nice hosts. ##### John K. Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Janet B. 6 Oct 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Return visit did not disappoint As the title indicates, this was our second stay at the Hawley property. We found it so appealing last Fall that we booked it again this year. It is a perfect spot for two people! You have all the comforts of home and a beautiful view of Glen Lake! Even with rain and cooler temperatures, our visit was a memorable one! We may just have to go for number three next year! ##### Janet B. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Thomas G. 29 Sept 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful Experience A quiet and relaxing location to stay! The apartment is private (separated from the main house) with it's living room windows offering a beautiful view of Glen Lake. A small private dock is located on the water for the guests, separate from the owner's dock - great for morning coffee by the water! The apartment is kept clean and provides all necessities with the exception of towels/bed linens/toiletries (which the owner notifies you about before visiting so you can prepare). The apartment is in a great location that allows easy access to the local attractions such as Sleeping Bear Dunes, Cherry Republic, and local wineries and restaurants. Bob was easy to communicate with and offered us suggestions for things to do in the area. If you're interested in a relaxing trip near Glen Lake, I highly recommend taking advantage of this beautiful property! ##### Thomas G. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michael E. 27 Sept 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Paradise Glen Lake views out your windows, comfortable outside patio and seating on the lake's edge. Kayaks beached and ready to paddle to the dunes for a closer look. The apartment provided all we needed to come home make dinner and get a good night sleep. Biking, walking and kyaking trails in all directions. Picturesque Glen Arbor a few miles away. ##### Michael E. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019 ---