Glen Arbor is home to this lodge. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore and Lake Michigan. Discover the area's water adventures with fishing and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and cycling.
Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
Glen Lake - 6 min drive - 6.2 km
Sleeping Bear Point Coast Guard Station Maritime Museum - 12 min drive - 9.8 km
Traverse City Beach - 45 min drive - 64.4 km
Getting around
Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 51 min drive
Restaurants
Art's Tavern - 5 min drive
Cherry Republic - 5 min drive
La Becasse - 12 min drive
Glen Arbor Wines - 5 min drive
The Mill - 4 min drive
About this property
Lodge-style multi-level home at the Homestead in Glen Arbor. Deck with grill.
Skippers Woods is a beautiful, spacious lodge-style home at The Homestead in Glen Arbor that sleeps 10 with 3-bedrooms and a sleeper sofa. You will love spending time at this peaceful retreat tucked in the woods and located only minutes from Lake Michigan and the Crystal River.
This home has a huge living room/dining room combination with a wood-burning fireplace and tall windows throughout that provide gorgeous views of the woods. Off of the living room, step out onto the huge deck with a grill and seating. Depending on the season, there can be views of wildflowers and wildlife from the deck.
If you're looking for things to do, the Sleeping Bear Dunes, Pierce Stocking Scenic Drive, and the Heritage Trail are just a few of the natural treasures in our area. There is also canoeing on the Crystal River and shopping in the many towns and villages in Leelanau County.
No pets allowed. Homestead amenities are not included.
-- THE PROPERTY --
Sleeps 10.
Bedroom 1: king bed || Bedroom 2: queen bed || Bedroom 3: two queen beds || Family room: sleeper sofa
OUTDOORS: deck, gas grill, outdoor dining table & chairs
INDOORS: wood-burning fireplace, WIFI, smart TV, DVD player, board games
GENERAL: washer & dryer, towels & linens, toilet paper, bar soap, mini-split A/C in living room & upstairs bedroom
MISC: living space on three levels, Homestead amenities not included
PARKING: space for up to 3 vehicles
-- POLICIES --
- No pets allowed
- No smoking
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Must be at least 18 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
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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
Important information
You need to know
Property # 9469728
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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
Frequently asked questions
Is Lodge-style multi-level home at the Homestead in Glen Arbor. Deck with grill. pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Lodge-style multi-level home at the Homestead in Glen Arbor. Deck with grill.?
As of 19 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lodge-style multi-level home at the Homestead in Glen Arbor. Deck with grill. on 24 May 2026 start from AU$554, 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 Lodge-style multi-level home at the Homestead in Glen Arbor. Deck with grill.?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Lodge-style multi-level home at the Homestead in Glen Arbor. Deck with grill.?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
Where is Lodge-style multi-level home at the Homestead in Glen Arbor. Deck with grill. located?
Situated in Glen Arbor, this lodge is within 1 mi (2 km) of Crystal River, Lake Michigan, and Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. Glen Lake is 2.3 mi (3.8 km) away.
Lodge-style multi-level home at the Homestead in Glen Arbor. Deck with grill. Reviews
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Beautiful wooded, hilly setting ! Able to enjoy all the snow and daily sightings of deer who had made the surrounding area their bedded down location for the length of our stay ! All the windows made our stay spectacular !
The home was clean, comfortable, and just as described. We appreciated how tidy everything was. Unfortunately, the driveway hadn’t been plowed when we arrived, and we got stuck several times. We were told it would be taken care of after reaching out to the host, but no one ever came. Also, the lower level heat wasn’t working, making it quite cold downstairs. With better snow removal and the heating issue fixed, this would be a great rental.
We had a great stay! We had 2 families, 4 adults and 3 kids total. Plenty of room. No access to pools which is a bummer, but access to beaches and restaurants on the property. Great location.
My sisters and I stayed during a beautiful week in September. The house was perfect, other than some ants, but we’ve come to expect them in the middle of the woods, so no big deal. My family was the original builders and owners of this house, so it was just as we remembered it, along with some amazing new renovations. The Homestead, and more specifically, this house, holds a special place in our hearts! Thank you for allowing us to stay and relive some childhood memories. It was just as magical as we remembered.
Sheri V.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
From a partner site
6/10 Okay
A guest from Northville, MI
21 July 2025
HOMESTEAD VACATION
Rating Details:
The property manager was more than helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
I was more than happy with the location.
I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
DISHWASHER BROKEN, MUSTY SMELL IN HOUSE.
A guest from Northville, MI
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Amy S.
3 Aug 2025
Perfect location, comfortable accommodations!
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
The kitchen was well-equipped to prepare meals for 10 and space for people to help or watch. The home had space for people to escape and the location and setting served as a great central location to get out and explore or stay behind and read and relax amongst the trees.
This has been one of my most favorite fall vacations mostly because of this place where we stayed in! Will definitely come back!
Therese G.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
From a partner site
4/10 Poor
Linda M.
9 Aug 2025
vaca 2025
Rating Details:
The property manager was somewhat unhelpful.
The vacation rental was very dirty.
I was very unhappy with the location.
I was very dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
awesome
Linda M.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Cindy S.
15 June 2024
June 2024 stay
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
The house was very clean and the kitchen was well-stocked.
Nestled just off the road surrounded by trees the living room has massive windows on each side to enjoy the view.
Master bedroom suite upstairs with views looking down into the valley. The kitchen was adequately equipped for cooking and a nice grill to use.
Nancy A.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
A guest from Northville, MI
9 Aug 2023
Skippers Woods
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Very nice home in the woods.
A guest from Northville, MI
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Jeff J.
17 July 2023
Summer '23 Skippers Woods Rental
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
I was happy with the location.
I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Overall we had a great experience at Skipper's Woods.
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
What a beautiful place... would love to go back.... this cabin is like a treehouse... just gorgeous!
The lodge was well-prepared for our stay including propane for the grill. We would book this house again and highly recommend it as a rental facility. No communication with the property manager was necessary.
Julia C.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
scott s.
17 June 2023
Skippers Woods
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Would recommend. Clean and well-maintained. Had deer right at the window one morning.
Overall, we had a wonderful stay. Enjoyed the location and feeling of being in the middle of the woods. Would have been better with more comfortable furniture in the living room to read, relax and settle down with a movie. The kitchen and grill for breakfast and dinner were great, as well as the updated washer / dryer! Would have been nice to sit on the deck but the patio & furniture needed a good cleaning. Upon arrival we noticed the cleanliness was mediocre, dirty counters, sinks, plates and utensils. Very convenient location, close enough to go for a nice walk, drive into town, drive to a new beach daily and check out so many areas outside of glen arbor. We took plenty of beach trips but all of the beach chairs were not usable so had to purchase our own. Overall great house and location for a family on the go!
We had a great time, overall. Accessible place. Roomy. Minor glitches: BBQ ran out of fuel and badly needed cleaning. Temperature hard to control with programmable thermostats. Could use some extra blankets in the bedrooms for cold weather.
Joe B.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
April B.
11 Oct 2023
Great Place to Stay!
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We loved this cute little lodge in the woods. It was so peaceful - we loved looking out in the morning and seeing deer. We actually didn't know what we were getting because we got moved to this property instead of our original rental and it was even better than we could have imagined. Comfy beds, lots of space to spread out, a fantastic kitchen, lovely views...I could go on and on.