Peaceful villa on the sugar sand shores of Big Glen Lake!
Glen Arbor, Santa Cruz County, United States View On Map
About this Rental
Peaceful villa on the sugar sand shores of Big Glen Lake! Driftwood (Glen Craft Villas)In a peaceful atmosphere with plenty of sunshine, Driftwood is ideally located with warm prevailing southwest breezes to our sandy beach and cooler north-westerns over our treetops. Surrounded with Michigan woods, right on the crystal clear waters of Big Glen Lake, yet located 1/2 mile from Glen Arbor and abo...
Peaceful villa on the sugar sand shores of Big Glen Lake! Driftwood (Glen Craft Villas)In a peaceful atmosphere with plenty of sunshine, Driftwood is ideally located with warm prevailing southwest breezes to our sandy beach and cooler north-westerns over our treetops. Surrounded with Michigan woods, right on the crystal clear waters of Big Glen Lake, yet located 1/2 mile from Glen Arbor and about 2 miles from Sleeping Bear National Park Dune climb this is the perfect spot to enjoy days at "home" and days out exploring the local area. Smooth, softly sloping sand leads to Glen Lake, just outside your door. Children love it, and adults can relax alongside them. Children can even wade all the way to the anchored raft. We also have a lakeside firepit with log stools, a dry sauna, small laundry facility, tennis court, row boat, paddle boards, shuffle board court, beach chaise lounge chairs, basketball, and archery range. The very large beach is shared with two other villas but never crowded.Driftwood features a full kitchen, combined living/dining room with wall of windows for pristine lake views, fireplace and vaulted ceilings, a full bath and three bedrooms: one with a queen size bed, one with twin bed, and one with built-in bunk beds. There is also a pull out queen size sofabed.This listing is for our Driftwood Villa. We have additional villas available for rent listed on VRBO.Furnished/Unfurnished Items: Cable TV and wireless internet provided.Gas grill and beach chaise lounge chairs.Fully furnished kitchen is complete with range/oven, coffee maker, microwave, and toaster. Blankets and pillows are furnished. Kitchen soaps & bath soaps provided, but no shampoo. Linens and towels can be provided at an additional charge.Reservations are confirmed only by advance deposit of 50% the total amount. Check-In/Check-Out Check in anytime after 4 p.m. Friday, and check out is 10 a.m. Friday promptly.Pets - In order to honor reservations, we request that all pets be left at home.No Smoking in Driftwood or a fine of $150 will be assessed.Must be left reasonably clean to avoid a cleaning charge of $150.Visiting Guests are welcome for 1 or 2 daytime visits, but not daily. Cancellations within 60 days are honored if the time of booking is re-rented.Reservations begin January 15th every season. Available May-October.More information and additional rentals can be viewed at the Glen Craft Villas Website at glencraftvillas.com
Popular amenities
Essentials
- Wireless internet
- Free wifi
- Wifi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
- Internet
- Towels provided
- Linens provided
- Hair dryer
- Paper towels
- Heating
- Fireplace
- Wood stove
Kitchen
- Kitchen
- Refrigerator
- Microwave
- Stove
- Oven
- Grill
- Dishes & utensils
- Dining table
- Coffee maker
- Coffee grinder
- Blender
- Toaster
Laundry
- Washing machine
- Clothes dryer
- Iron & board
Parking
- Parking
Safety
- 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
- Exterior lighting
- Fire station contact
- Hospital contact
- Police contact
Nearby activities
- Swimming
- Sailing
- Water skiing
- Water tubing
- Snorkelling
- Scuba diving
- Boating
- Paddle boating
- Kayaking
- Hiking
- Cycling
- Winery tours
- Shopping
- Golf
- Basketball court
- Wildlife viewing
- Fishing
- Marina
Suitability
- Minimum age limit for renters
Property Amenities
Top family friendly amenities
- Toys/games
- Microwave
- Tennis court
- Kitchen
- Living/dining area
Popular amenities
- Beach view
- Washer
- Fireplace
- Free WiFi
- Barbecue grill
- Outdoor space
- Dryer
Languages spoken
- English
Beach
- On the beach
Pool spa
- Communal pool
- Sauna
Internet
- Available in the villa: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
- Car required
- Parking on site
Kitchen
- Blender
- Coffee/tea maker
- Hob
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Coffee grinder
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Microwave
- Paper towels
- Toaster
Dining
- Dining table
Bedrooms
- 3 bedrooms
- Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
- 1 bathroom
- Shower only
- Hair dryer
- Towels provided
Living spaces
- Dining table
- Living room
- Fireplace
- Wood stove
Entertainment
- Books
- Games
- DVD player
- Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
- Barbecue grill
- Patio
- Garden
Laundry
- Laundromat nearby
- Washing machine
Comfort
- Heating
Pets
- No pets allowed
Suitability accessibility
- Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
- Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
- In a village
- On a lake
- Near the marina
- On the waterfront
Things to do
- Bicycles
- Golf
- Tennis
- Basketball nearby
- Fishing nearby
- Hiking/biking trails nearby
- Motor boating nearby
- Scuba diving nearby
- Swimming nearby
- Water tubing nearby
- Winery tours nearby
- Boat
- Kayak
- Water sports equipment
- Cycling nearby
- Golfing nearby
- Kayaking nearby
- Sailing nearby
- Snorkelling nearby
- Water skiing nearby
- Wildlife walks nearby
General
- Bicycles
- Unit size: 1,100 square feet
- Garden
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)
- Fire extinguisher
- Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
Families love it for
- Kitchen, on the beach, near the beach, games and toys
Property Details
House Rules
- Check-in: After 4:00 PM
- Minimum age to rent: 25
- Check-out: Before 10:00 AM
- Children allowed: ages 0–17
- Events allowed: No
- Pets allowed: No
- Smoking allowed: Smoking is not permitted
Important Information
- 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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
- Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
About the area
Glen Arbor
Located in Glen Arbor, this villa is on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. Travelling with kids? Consider Sleeping Bear Point Coast Guard Station Maritime Museum and Great Lakes Children's Museum. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and hiking.
Nearby locations
- Glen Lake 2 min walk
- Crystal River 4 min drive
- Little Glen Lake 6 min drive
- Sleeping Bear Point Coast Guard Station Maritime Museum 8 min drive
- Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore 11 min drive
Getting around
- Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) 54 min drive
Restaurants
- Cherry Republic 16 min walk
- Arts Tavern 18 min walk
- Boone Dock's 20 min walk
- The Mill 4 min drive
- Blu 4 min drive
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Peaceful villa on the sugar sand shores of Big Glen Lake! pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at Peaceful villa on the sugar sand shores of Big Glen Lake!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Peaceful villa on the sugar sand shores of Big Glen Lake!?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Peaceful villa on the sugar sand shores of Big Glen Lake! located?
This family-friendly Glen Arbor villa is located on the beach, within 1 mi (2 km) of Glen Lake and Crystal River. Lake Michigan is 1.3 mi (2 km) away.