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Home On The Crystal River In Glen Arbor! Pontoon Available to rent

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Welcome to Crystal Bend!
View from the river front back toward the house.
Upper level deck
Outside covered deck with oversize outdoor furniture.
Large drive and parking area.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top rated for families.
  • Arcade/game room
    A rare find - fun for all ages with on-site arcade and game room.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Crystal River
6 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 13

Popular amenities

  • Garage parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washer/dryer
  • Barbecue
  • Deck or patio

Explore the area

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Glen Arbor, MI
  • Place, Crystal River
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Glen Lake
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪46 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 13)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

3 Single Beds

Den

1 Double Futon

Game Room

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Main level bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master bath - attached

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Home On The Crystal River In Glen Arbor! Pontoon Available to rent


Looking for a fun, beautiful escape in Glen Arbor with your family and friends? Crystal Bend is a new rental with so much to offer! It sits on a large lot on the Crystal River in downtown Glen Arbor (yet away from it all). This cedar shake home is only a half a mile from the beach (and only a few miles from several other good beaches!), has kayaks for paddling the river, a sauna by the water, a game room with foosball and ping pong, as well as a great treehouse in the riverside yard! There are 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms in the main house. There is an additional bedroom off of the game room, and a closed off den (with sleeper sofa) make this perfect for accommodating a larger group. The state of the art kitchen has a beautiful Viking range and two islands for prep work! Gather around the large farmhouse table that can seat 10, or belly up to the bar that can seat 6. Leelanau Peninsula wineries begin in Glen Arbor, as does the Heritage Trail (perfect for running, walking and biking) that runs through the woods, Glen Haven, the Dunes, and to Empire. The famed Sleeping Bear Dune Climb is only 5 miles away, as well as the Pierce Stocking Scenic Drive, and the beautiful Glen Lakes are less than a mile away- perfect for boating fun! And, don't miss the putt putt golf course on the river just down from the house! In the summer, enjoy the green grass, warm, shallow waters for splashing around and playing, and perfect for kayaking and tubing!

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
-if the grill was used during your stay please make sure that any debris has been scraped off -please extinguish any burning embers or wood in the fire pit
-if your pet joined in on your vacation please make sure all pet waste been taken care of
-let us know if anything was damaged during your stay or if you ran out of any provided supplies during your stay. -message host upon departure
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 746935vb
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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

About the area

Glen Arbor

Located in Glen Arbor, this holiday home is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore and Lake Michigan. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and hiking nearby.
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Glen Arbor, MI

What's nearby

  • Crystal River - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • beach near Downtown Glen Arbor - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore - 1 min drive - 1.8 km
  • beach near Crystal River - 1 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Glen Lake - 2 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Art's Tavern - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Cherry Republic - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪La Becasse - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Trattoria Funistrada - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Leelanau Coffee Roasting Co. - ‬11 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Home On The Crystal River In Glen Arbor! Pontoon Available to rent pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at Home On The Crystal River In Glen Arbor! Pontoon Available to rent?

As of 13 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Home On The Crystal River In Glen Arbor! Pontoon Available to rent on 9 Sept 2026 start from AU$1,516, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Home On The Crystal River In Glen Arbor! Pontoon Available to rent?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Home On The Crystal River In Glen Arbor! Pontoon Available to rent?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Home On The Crystal River In Glen Arbor! Pontoon Available to rent?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Home On The Crystal River In Glen Arbor! Pontoon Available to rent located?

This family-friendly Glen Arbor holiday home is located on the waterfront, within a 10-minute walk of Crystal River and Lake Michigan. Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore is 1.4 mi (2.2 km) away.

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 12 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 12 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 12 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 12 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.2/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael T.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Location!

We have stayed at this property multiple times over the years and it never disappoints. Highly Recommended!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lacey S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Memorial Weekend

Fantastic location, gourmet kitchen, and lots of kayaks to enjoy the river were some of the highlights of this Glen Arbor home.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Troy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic!!

Great place to stay with family and/or friends with lots of amenities and super close to the newly opened River Club and downtown Glen Arbor. We will be back!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ariana C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great home in a great location

We had a great time at this property. The open concept kitchen, dining and living room was perfect for our group. The house was very spacious and the yard was awesome. We really enjoyed the beautiful view and the onsite amenities such as the game room, campfire area, kayaks, and fishing rods. We can't wait to come back and stay here in the spring or summer!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Vida B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was large and had plenty of room to accommodate our family. The master was large enough to use part of it as a nursery for our toddler. It was so nice to have many options for watching TV, reading, playing games and dining. The outdoor area was large and beautiful. It was so nice to be right on the river. Walking to town was a bonus, and we enjoyed being close to the Heritage bike trail. Guests should be aware that the house has a true cottage feel, and is damp and musty. This was a health issue for one of guests. Overall we really enjoyed our stay and this house met all our needs
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gentry S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect for a large family

Absolutely loved our stay on the river. Plenty to do with being on the River and being in walking distance to town. Kayaks, fishing, bon fires, miniature golf, ice cream and lots of walks. We have three teenagers, plenty to keep them busy. The house itself was perfect. Everyone had their own room. The kitchen did not disappoint! We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

andrea c.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

We enjoyed our stay

Great location to town. Owners are very responsive to answer any questions. The house is spacious with lots of room and you are surrounded by nature daily. Very large kitchen with plenty of space. The things that could be improved upon but are not a complaint as we enjoyed our stay, are as follows: The house does smell a little musty. Not a deal breaker though. The temp does drop quite a bit at night and there were not enough extra blankets for everyone. Only one thin quilt per bed. Not a lot of hot water for showers and the water pressure was low. Some cobwebs in the main bathroom area and dust/dirt in the coffee mugs. Main floor bathroom door sticks, I couldnt get out and had to have someone else come open the door from the outside. Overall We enjoyed our stay. Very
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Oct 2024
Andrea, Thanks for taking the time to provide feedback on your stay with us. This is the first year we've rented the house later into the year so your input will help me to improve the stay for others. I will have our handyman fix the bathroom door. None of the previous guests mentioned it. I will touch base with our cleaners. Again thanks for your feedback and we would love to host your group again.
Verified

6/10 Okay

Jodi G.

Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy
There are many things we enjoyed about this property: it’s a lovely, spacious house; the riverfront location with kayaks is great, and the kitchen/dining area is a wonderful party space. We didn’t realize there was no air conditioning, and fans are not enough to cool the house. The children’s bunk room was unusable due to a broken window (no air flow), broken closet shelving with nails sticking out, and a door that broke off when we opened it. The tree house was filthy with animal scat, had a broken ladder, and had a wobbly railing with nails sticking out. The kitchen roof leaked through the light fixture (smelled like sewage), there were ants in the upstairs bedrooms and mold in one of the downstairs bedrooms. We had to call for maintenance three separate times (maintenance staff was very courteous). Our group managed to make good memories despite these things, and we wish we could give a higher rating.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Martin K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Fun in Glen Arbor

Our family of 10 adults and 2 kids under 5 had a wonderful week in Glen Arbor while staying here. There was plenty of room for everyone to spread out if needed. Most of the time we hung out in the kitchen/dinning room table area or outside on the deck by the river. The location on the river was great fun for us as the people kayaking down Crystal River went by all the time giving us plenty to watch. Bonus that the property had a number of kayaks for us to us which allowed us to take quick little trips with the 4 year old. I used the paddle board once when we went to the beach for the afternoon. Huge bonus of a pontoon boat! Plenty of room for everyone to fit on the boat. Life jackets were made available for the 4 and 1 year old. We did find the floor on the first floor need a sweeping when we arrived but other than that everything was very clean. We brought much of our own spices but there were plenty of spices available at the house. I would highly recommend this home from large families visiting Glen Arbor.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Pamela S.

Beautiful and so much to do!

What a wonderful stay! The house was perfect for 10 of us (6 adults and 4 children). The river was beautiful and very quiet. The kids LOVED being in the river! Kayaks and paddle boards were provided!!! Loved the Pontoon boat also as well as the fire pit on the river. Only recommendation I would make is to have chairs on the upstairs deck. Thank you for a memorable family vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2017
Archival

8/10 Good

Sarah K.

Beautiful home in a peaceful setting - perfect for a big family

We had an awesome stay! The location is secluded yet just a few steps away from all the fun/town activities in Glen Arbor - we walked to restaurants and the putt putt golf course and took kayaking and canoe trips on the Crystal River easily with the boats they had at the house. Also - the house comes with a pontoon boat so you can take trips out onto Glen Lake, which we enjoyed as well. The dock and campfire areas in the back yard give the vacation that "deep woods/nature" feel that is so charming up north. The only reason we didn't give the home 5 stars is that it lacks a few basics - fans (it gets hot in July and one bedroom did not have an operating fan or a cross breeze) and the couch pull-out mattress that is credited as another bedroom was essentially unusable -- very uncomfortable for the person sleeping there. Not sure what it is listed as saying it sleeps, but probably comfortably sleeps between 10-12 (I wouldn't count that pullout). These are really minor issues as the home as a whole was amazing and we felt so lucky to stay there for a week.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Holly W.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

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