Sleeping Bear Dunes Lakefront Getaway

Exterior of a single-story gray home with an attached two-car garage, front lawn, and trees near a lake.

An outdoor deck with a dining table, chairs, and lounge seating overlooking trees, a yard, and a lake.

A wooden T-shaped dock extending into a wide, calm lake under a partly cloudy blue sky.

Aerial view of a lake shoreline with docks, sandy shallows, and forested banks under a partly cloudy sky.

Dining table with a floral centerpiece positioned in front of sliding glass doors overlooking a lake.

Aerial view through tree branches showing the back of a single-story gray house with an open deck and lawn.

Living room with carpet, a wooden coffee table, upholstered seating, and a large window looking out to trees and water.

Gravel driveway leading up to a single-story gray home with an attached garage surrounded by trees and a grassy yard.

A grassy lakefront yard featuring Adirondack chairs around a fire pit and a private wooden dock extending into the lake.

Aerial view of a lake shoreline with dense green trees, long docks extending into calm water, and rolling sand dunes in the background under a blue sky.

A lakeside yard with Adirondack chairs surrounding a fire pit, overlooking a dock and calm water.

Close-up view of clear, shallow water meeting a sandy shoreline scattered with fallen autumn leaves and light vegetation.

Top-down view of rippled sand beneath shallow, clear water.

Overhead view of rippled golden sand in sunlight with the corner of a wooden bench.

A wooden dock extending from the water toward a grassy yard with outdoor chairs and a single-story gray house surrounded by trees.

Backyard with four white Adirondack chairs around a ground fire pit and an elevated back deck with outdoor furniture.

Exterior rear view of a single-story gray siding home with a low back deck, outdoor dining furniture, and surrounding yard bordered by trees.

Outdoor wood-look deck beside a grey-sided house, furnished with two dark wicker loungers and an outdoor dining set under surrounding trees.

View from an outdoor deck overlooking a grassy yard with Adirondack chairs, trees, a private dock, and a calm lake.

A large tripartite window overlooking a calm lake and green trees from inside a living room with a couch and coffee table.

Open cabinet shelves filled with board games, books, a smart speaker, and media equipment.

Open-concept dining area and kitchen with wooden cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and sliding glass doors leading outside.

Dining area with a wooden table, chairs, and sliding glass doors opening to an outdoor deck overlooking water and trees.

Open-concept dining and living area with carpet, a dining table with chairs, a living room set with blue armchairs, and windows overlooking trees.

Living room with patterned sofa, wooden coffee table, television on a dark media stand, and a large picture window overlooking a lake and trees.

Front entryway hallway with tiled floor, white walls, closet doors, and front door with a window.

Open-concept living room with blue armchairs, dining area, and kitchen overlooking a lake through large windows.

Kitchen with dark wood cabinetry, speckled countertops, stainless steel appliances, and a breakfast bar with three stools.

Kitchen with warm wood shaker cabinets, speckled granite countertops, and stainless steel appliances.

Kitchen with dark wood cabinets, speckled granite-look countertops, stainless steel appliances, and a window overlooking trees.

Front-loading washer and dryer under a countertop in a laundry area with white walls and a white door.

Open-concept living and dining area with carpeted floors, dining table, seating, and large windows.

Bedroom featuring a wooden bunk bed with blue bedding, a window with yellow curtains, a wood dresser, and carpeted flooring.

Bedroom featuring a wooden bunk bed with blue bedding, a matching wooden dresser, and a window with yellow curtains.

Bathroom with a wood vanity, white countertop, mirror, framed sunflower art, and a white shower curtain.

Bathroom vanity with a dark wood cabinet, light countertop, mirror, and folded green towels on a stand.

Bedroom with a bed made with a patchwork quilt, a wooden rocking chair, and a window framed by yellow curtains.

Bedroom with a bed made with a patchwork quilt, a wooden nightstand, and a tall wooden dresser.

Bedroom corner showing carpeted floors, a wooden rocking chair with a blue cushion, white closet doors, a mirror, and an open doorway leading to a hallway.

Bedroom with a metal-frame bed dressed in a green quilt, carpeted floor, ceiling fan, wooden nightstand, and two windows.

Bedroom with a bed made with a green quilt next to a window overlooking trees and a lake.

Bedroom with carpeted floor, green bedspread on a metal frame, nightstand, small chair, and doorway leading to an adjoining room.

Bathroom with vanity, toilet, and enclosed walk-in shower stall.

Bathroom vanity with a dark wood cabinet and mirror, looking into an adjoining carpeted bedroom.

Front exterior of a single-story gray house with an attached garage and a gravel driveway surrounded by trees.

Exterior front view of a gray single-story house with an attached garage, front porch, and lawn surrounded by trees.

Elevated view through trees toward a lakefront yard with chairs around a fire pit and a private dock.

Elevated view of an outdoor gray deck with steps, a dining table with chairs, two lounge chairs, and a small charcoal grill nearby on the lawn.

Elevated view of a calm lake framed by tree branches under a partly cloudy blue sky.

Elevated view of a calm lake lined with trees, docks, and hills under a partly cloudy blue sky.

A wooden dock extending from the water toward a grassy yard with outdoor chairs and a single-story home surrounded by trees.

A wooden T-shaped dock extends into clear, shallow lake water in front of a grassy yard with chairs, surrounding trees, and a house in the background.

Aerial view of a house nestled among dense, colorful autumn trees with rolling forested hills in the background.

Aerial view of a lakefront shoreline with docks, sandy edge, and dense surrounding trees.

Aerial view of a lakefront shoreline with docks, mature trees, and nearby homes under a blue sky.

Overhead aerial view of a lakefront cabin nestled among trees, showing the roof, back deck, and a wooden dock leading into the water.

Aerial view of a lake shoreline lined with dense green trees, private boat docks, and rolling hills in the background.

Aerial view of a calm, turquoise lake bordering a forested shoreline and sand dunes under a blue sky with scattered clouds.

Aerial view of a lake shoreline bordered by dense green and autumnal trees with long docks extending into shallow turquoise water.

Exterior view of a home with grey siding, a covered front porch with wooden steps, and a grassy front lawn surrounded by trees.

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House in Empire, Michigan

7 guests • 3 bedrooms • 4 beds • 2 full baths

Little Glen Lake Days, Dune Adventures & Firelight Wake up by the water, spend the day exploring Sleeping Bear Dunes, then come home for sunset by the lake. This single-level getaway on Little Glen Lake gives you private waterfront access, a dock for easy lake days, and a fire pit made for winding down after an afternoon outside. The Dune Climb is within walking distance, while downtown Glen Arbor, local wineries, and more of Sleeping Bear Dunes are just a short drive away. Whether you're swimming off the dock, exploring nearby trails, grabbing a bite in town, or tasting your way through Northern Michigan wine country, there’s plenty to fill the day. Inside, the open kitchen, dining, and living areas make it easy for everyone to hang out together, while the one-level layout keeps things simple and comfortable. You’ll have private access to the home, waterfront, dock, and convenient on-site parking. Quick Highlights: • New aluminum vinyl dock for swimming and lake time • Private Little Glen Lake waterfront • Lakeside fire pit • Walk to the Sleeping Bear Dunes Dune Climb • About 8 minutes to downtown Glen Arbor • Close to local wineries • Open kitchen, dining, and living space • Single-level layout • Full private access with no shared spaces • On-site parking • Pack n' Play available for guest use (located in the entryway closet on the right as you enter)

What this place offers

Coffee maker
Toaster
Bathtub
Blender
Dishwasher
Dining table
Oven
BBQ grill
Hair dryer
Iron and board

Where you'll sleep

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Bedroom 1

1 bunk bed (1 full, 1 twin)

Bedroom 2

1 king

Bedroom 3

1 queen

Empire, MI, USA

About the neighborhood

Stay right in the heart of Northern Michigan’s Glen Lake and Sleeping Bear Dunes area, where lake days, towering dunes, wooded trails, and small-town exploring can all fit into the same trip. Little Glen Lake sits beside Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, making this a great home base for hiking, biking, swimming, kayaking, scenic drives, and beach days along Lake Michigan. The famous Sleeping Bear Dunes Dune Climb is close by, and the surrounding Glen Lake area connects you with even more outdoor adventures throughout the national lakeshore. Head into Glen Arbor for local restaurants, shops, galleries, and the Glen Arbor Village Wine Trail, or explore farther across the Leelanau Peninsula for wineries, orchards, farm markets, and scenic drives along M-22. Empire is another easy nearby stop, especially when you’re in the mood for Lake Michigan shoreline, a relaxed village atmosphere, and more access to Sleeping Bear Dunes. It’s the kind of location where mornings can start on Little Glen Lake, afternoons can be spent climbing dunes, and evenings can end with dinner in Glen Arbor or a quiet fire back by the water.

Getting around

A car is the easiest way to explore the area and gives you the most flexibility for visiting Glen Arbor, Empire, wineries, beaches, trailheads, and the many different sections of Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. Glen Arbor is only a short drive away, while scenic M-22 makes exploring the surrounding Leelanau Peninsula part of the fun rather than just the commute. For adventures closer to home, walking and biking can also be part of the experience. The Sleeping Bear Heritage Trail runs through the broader Glen Lake and Dune Climb area, connecting visitors with recreational spots around the national lakeshore, while nearby lake access makes it easy to trade the car for swimming or a day on the water. For groceries, dining, wineries, and longer sightseeing trips, plan on having a vehicle.

Things to know

House rules

Check-in after 4:00 PM
Check-out before 10:00 AM
7 guests maximum

Safety & property

First aid kit
Carbon monoxide alarm installed
Fire extinguisher

Cancellation policy

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