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Terrace/patio
Little Blue House-Glen Arbor
Fully stocked kitchen

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 588.3 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor barbecue
  • Deck or patio

Explore the area

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Maple City, MI
  • Place, Glen Lake
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Sleeping Bear Point Coast Guard Station Maritime Museum
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Airport, Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪41 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Spring/Summer 2026 Dates Now Open!

Little Blue House
Have a wedding or a golf getaway
Little Blue House

Check in after 3:30pm and check out before 10:30am


Minutes from the Sleeping Bear National Lakeshore and only 2 miles from the nearest leg of the Heritage trail. Ready for your outdoor fun. hiking, golfing, whatever your sport is.
The Little Blue House is just about always ready for you to visit. This cozy 3 bedroom 1 bath.
SLEEPS 1- 5 PEOPLE MAX. NO MORE PLEASE.

Nestled in the woods with lots of privacy the Little Blue House is a quiet little getaway.
It is just 3 miles outside of downtown Glen Arbor. It is centrally located for your visit to the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, Leland, Traverse City, Empire. A short drive to see all the sights.
It is ideal for small families, couples, and close friends. Professionally managed and maintained by the owner who lives nearby to ensure you have no worries during your visit. We welcome all feedback to improve your visit!! We are always making little improvements to the property.
If you have a wedding to go to at the Homestead resort, we are only a few miles away. Little further and you are in Glen Arbor.
1 to 5 (2 couples and kids or really close family friends)people can stay comfortably. So, C'mon up and relax!

Tastefully decorated, Our goal is from the minute you check in till you leave you will say "ahh, just like home."
Queen beds in all 3 bedrooms

Central Heat/AC
High Speed internet WIFI with local cable ready for you to stream your favorite apps for the movie nights.
55 in. Flat screen TV
43 in. Flat screen smart tv in bedrooms
Games/cards/poker chips for the rainy days
Fire Pit in Backyard Firewood NOT provided
Sit back and relax on the decks
BBQ with propane supplied
Linens and towels provided but feel free to bring your own

Little Blue House is great for small families, couples, friends who want a clean, safe hassle-free environment to stay. What I ask from my guests is that they take care of my place as if it were their own!
It is not a party house and is not to be treated as such. Thank you in advance for your consideration.
As with all things there are a few rules to highlight.
Please
No CHARGING OF E-BIKES, scooters, ect in the house.
NO FLUSHABLE WIPES IN THE SEPTIC SYSTEM.
No Fireworks!!!
No Smoking
No Pets
No Candles in the House
No sublets or additional people added to the reservation without permission and maximum of 5 people can stay.
No parties , weddings or other functions at the property
Additional charges may apply for excessive cleaning so please clean up after yourself.
I would rather refund your deposit.
Rates, Availability, Rules, and Amenities are subject to change at any time. PLEASE NOTE: I DO NOT TAKE VENMO ALL BOOKINGS ARE THROUGH VRBO. IF YOU ARE UNSURE PLEASE MESSAGE.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:30 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:30 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Outside, and dispose of your butts!
No Fireworks!!! No Candles indoors No functions, gatherings, weddings ect. septic system cannot handle it

Important information

You need to know

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Maple City

Located in Maple City, this holiday home is in a rural area. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore and Lake Michigan. Sleeping Bear Point Coast Guard Station Maritime Museum and Burnett Park are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby power boating, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours.
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Maple City, MI

What's nearby

  • Glen Lake - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore - 7 min drive - 8.0 km
  • Sleeping Bear Point Coast Guard Station Maritime Museum - 15 min drive - 13.4 km
  • Front Street - 32 min drive - 44.2 km
  • Traverse City Beach - 40 min drive - 51.8 km

Getting around

  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cherry Republic - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Pegtown Station - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Mill - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Art's Tavern - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Foothills Cafe - ‬1 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Spring/Summer 2026 Dates Now Open! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Spring/Summer 2026 Dates Now Open!?

As of 3 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Spring/Summer 2026 Dates Now Open! on 30 Dec 2026 start from AU$286, 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 Spring/Summer 2026 Dates Now Open!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Spring/Summer 2026 Dates Now Open!?

Check-in begins at 3:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Spring/Summer 2026 Dates Now Open!?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Spring/Summer 2026 Dates Now Open! located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is 0.5 mi (0.7 km) from Glen Lake and within 6 miles (10 km) of Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore and Lake Michigan. Crystal River and Lime Lake are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 131 out of 145 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 145 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 145 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 145 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 145 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tim R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was even nicer than the pictures and we enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jared o.

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

Great weekend in the woods

Great location and perfect setting made our stay wonderful. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pete S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The home was clean and had everything we needed for our stay. Great location, this place is basically 20 mins from all the go-to spots.Try breakfast at the cafe across the street, it is terrific!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Haddon A.

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

Another great stay!

We’ve stayed here on multiple occasions and once again enjoyed it. It’s peaceful, clean, and comfy. It’s also nearby many wonderful attractions. We love the blue house!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katy P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was just as the listing showed. Location was great for biking. The road to the trails had good paved shoulders and worked out great. Had a good stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sonya W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great time!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

charles m.

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

Great place to stay.

Very nice accommodations. Would love to stay here again if I get the chance.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sherry W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
The location was wonderful. We never met the owner but still enjoyed our stay. The other places we stayed had shampoo and conditioner but we had our own so it didn’t matter. Great breakfast and coffee shop across the street was an added bonus! Highly recommend!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Julie H.

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

Private vacation house

Nice, clean, comfortable house. My granddaughters had a nice time.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeanie S.

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

The Little Blue House

A all around
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jim P.

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

Great location

Little Blue House was everything we needed. Loved the location
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julia B.

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

Weekend Retreat

House was perfect, clean and very cozy.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Beth L.

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

Good times in Glen Arbor.

Very pleasant, the backyard is a private little oasis.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Road sign made it simple to find. We had the door combination in advance, so entered without difficulty. Kitchen had plenty of space and all the furnishings we needed (e.g., toaster and coffee maker).
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Beth W.

Great time at little blue house !

Clean, comfy accommodations! Well stocked kitchen and great cable and WiFi. Wonderful location and would definitely return.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carrie F.

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

Nice clean home and great location!

This location was excellent ---- right near Sleeping Bear Dunes. The home is clean and had everything we needed. We will stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeanie S.

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

Little Blue House

Great place. Great location. Great owner
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Ann C.

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

Great place to stay!

We had a great time! This sweet little cabin was the perfect place to relax after a day of climbing dunes and rockhounding several beaches in the area. We saw deer and turkey every day. I would stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

charles m.

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

Second stay

Very nice and comfortable. We had everything we needed.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David K.

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

Great base for Glen Lake area

This was a wonderful base for our recent trip to Glen Lake. Very clean, nicely updated, comfortable beds, everything in working order. A great place to come home to after spending day trips in the area. We look forward to returning.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lin C.

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

Beautiful location . Had all we needed.

We love staying in the Little Blue House. Great location. Well stocked. Nice outdoor area. Pete was helpful and easy to reach .
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kara W.

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

Vacationer

Great location! Great communication with owner! Clean and air conditioned!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lynne S.

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

Hidden sanctuary

This cottage was clean and well-maintained. The decor was simple and nice. We loved the privacy of the location. Back deck was superb.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Jill H.

Very Convenient Location

Not only is this a great location, but the Little Blue House is more a "home" away from home. It is a nice size and layout and the kitchen is well-equipped. The area is quiet and the fire pit is a wonderful plus. The Little Blue House was spotlessly clean, and wonderful to stay in.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2016
Verified

10/10 Excellent

St Augustine V.

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

Great location -perfect ameliorities

We enjoyed the property and it was great having a fire pit. It was nice having woods in our backyard and a back porch. can put d
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

About the host

Hosted by Peter Stern

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The Little Blue House was my home for 18 years, and now I would like to share it with you.

Why they chose this property

The home is centrally located to Downtown Glen Arbor, Empire, Traverse City, Leland, and Frankfort. All these places are 5 to 35 minutes away. At the end of the day when you get back to the place you will have a comfortable, clean, safe, place to kick back relax and enjoy the amenities.

What makes this property unique

Professionally managed and operated by the owner means I am close enough to ensure a hassle free stay, yet far enough to respect my guests privacy.
For just about the cost of a motel room you get the whole place to yourself.

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