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Lodge-style multi-level home at the Homestead in Glen Arbor. Deck with grill.

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Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

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 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: Fireplace, WiFi, smart TV, DVD player, board games

KITCHEN: Fully equipped, cooking basics, dishware & flatware, microwave, toaster, drip coffee maker, dishwasher, trash bags, paper towels

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

- Cancellation: For reservations between Memorial Day and Labor Day, cancellations must be received at least 90 days prior to arrival in order for a full refund to be issued. No refunds will be issued for cancellations received less than 90 days prior to arrival. For off-season reservations, cancellations must be received at least 30 days prior to arrival. No refunds will be issued for cancellations received less than 30 days prior to arrival.

Property manager

Visit Up North Vacation Rentals

Languages

English

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Snow sports gear
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

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)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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 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
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Lodge Style Multi Level Home glen Arbor at the Homestead
1118-192017

About the area

Map
Glen Arbor, Michigan

What's nearby

  • Crystal River - 15 min walk
  • Glen Lake - 7 min drive
  • Little Glen Lake - 9 min drive
  • Sleeping Bear Point Coast Guard Station Maritime Museum - 10 min drive
  • Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore - 12 min drive

Getting around

  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 58 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cherry Republic - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Arts Tavern - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Boone Dock's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Market 22 - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Blu - ‬6 min drive

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.

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 holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Crystal River and Lake Michigan. Glen Lake is 2.3 mi (3.6 km) away.

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Lodge-style multi-level home at the Homestead in Glen Arbor. Deck with grill. Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 36 out of 45 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 45 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 45 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 45 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 45 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Cindy S.

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.

10/10 Excellent

Donald S.

Glen Arbor
Enjoyed our stay. Located in a great area, close to everything. Very clean property and had everything we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Therese G.

Favorite
This has been one of my most favorite fall vacations mostly because of this place where we stayed in! Will definitely come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Douglas L.

wedding weekend
nice
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Karla V.

Weekend in the 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!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

A guest from Northville, MI

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.
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8/10 Good

Jeff J.

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.

10/10 Excellent

Julia C.

Lodge in the Woods
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.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

scott s., White Lake, MI

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.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
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10/10 Excellent

April B.

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.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

2/10 Terrible

Joe B.

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice Homestead Property
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.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Jean F.

Great place for our ladies getaway
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: This house is tucked away within the Homestead Resort, just beautiful. Lots of room and a kitchen with everything. The refrigerator/freezer is huge!! We walked on the trails in the snow and ever walked on lake Michigan with frozen waves. Tons of wineries around - Lake Leeland and Glen Arbor. Tons to do anytime of year.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

8/10 Good

robin r.

The home was beautiful but the AC units can’t support it …very warm in the 2nd an 3rd bedrooms
See above. Also the half bath main floor had a broken handle that you had to play with ever time
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

joseph t.

Short ski trip
Beautiful property and nicely maintained, but problems with heat. The only complaint is that many of the Nest thermostats went down to 55 degrees after two hours making it unbearably cold at times in a very cold January
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Greg B.

Wonderful
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was more than happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a wonderful time in this beautiful place. The large and many windows provided amazing views. Everything was top notch. High quality cooking devices, excellent coffee pot, huge refrigerator & freezer, and other amenities. The large living room provided ample room for our family and friends to gather together. The road was packed snow and my van could not get up the hill. Luckily our Son-in-law's 4 wheel drive truck made it up the hill no problem.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Terri P.

Great house in beautiful wooded area
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. 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: This home has wonderful views of the forest, as the windows are floor to ceiling. Despite the fact that it is in the trees, the expansive windows keep it light inside. The home layout was perfect for our family of 5... master bedroom upstairs, and two bedrooms as well as a lounge area in the basement. The basement provided our teens their own bedrooms, bath and lounge. The location in the Homestead is pretty, and a 5 minute drive to Glen Arbor or the beach. You can also walk to the beach in 10-15 minutes.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2020
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10/10 Excellent

Connie A.

Family women’s weekend
Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was more than happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We enjoyed our stay the home was beautiful. The sliding door did not lock that was a concern, called and reported it as soon as we discovered it. Unfortunately was not repaired while we were there. The driveway was on a hill, with a curve and short. There is a reason they said no more than 3 cars. I recommend not to follow too closely into the driveway. We would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
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10/10 Excellent

beth s.

Wedding Weekend with Family
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: My daughter was married on the Homestead property and we chose this home so we could all stay together for the week. We Loved this property! It is a beautiful home! The living room area was so spacious and a great gathering place for all 10 of us! The windows all over provided a spectacular view of the wooded surroundings! The amenities were great! We found that the bedrooms accommodated us all comfortably. The kitchen had everything we needed! Everything was very clean and well maintained. We also loved the location - so close to the hangout Whiskers- just a short walk! The management team was wonderful to work with. We would highly recommend this home for your Homestead stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Melissa G.

Overall, great stay with a few minor suggestions
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was clean. 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: Overall, we had a great stay at this home. We thought this house was very spacious with lots of room to gather. We had a great experience overall, and the location is very conveniently close to the town (only about a 5 minute drive into town).We have a few suggestions for a better stay;1. Deeper clean before the guests arrive. The home was not very clean when we arrived; the floors were covered in dirt, lamps were covered in spider webs, and you can just tell that the surfaces were not touched very well. We were hesitant to sit outside on the patio because it was covered in spider webs, bugs, and debris. We understand we were in the woods, but we believe it could have been touched before we arrived. Once we took the time to dust everything off ourselves, we enjoyed the space nightly. The trash bin was full when we arrived, but it was taken care of in a timely manner which we appreciated! 2. If there is no AC in the home, we’d appreciate working fans to cool down the space. Although having no AC was not a problem for us, a few of the fans were not in working condition so it was a little unpleasant in terms of the interior air flow and temperature. 3. The Primary Bedroom tv was not functioning. It was a minor detail but we weren’t able to enjoy the tv at a time where we would have liked to wind down in bed. Other than this feedback, we really enjoyed the home overall. We would recommend this place to family and friends if the above suggestions were looked at. This was a wonderful stay!

10/10 Excellent

Jeffs J.

Great stay
Very cool layout. Most everything was in great shape. Beautiful location. Lots of windows....felt like we were in the middle of the woods
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Nancy A.

Beautiful views - surrounded by trees
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sugandhi S.

Gem in the woods
Awesome place. Loved the interiors and exterior. Spacious and well equipped kitchen.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

jennifer v.

Family trip
Very nice place and location.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
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6/10 Okay

B S., Norton Shores MI

Family Fun
Rating Details: The vacation rental was very clean. 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 a good size, location, and setup. We enjoyed our stay. A couple things to note:House interior temperature was cold upon arrival check in. The home than took a while to get to a comfortable temperature. Fireplace was very drafty and the flue was not able to shut properly. - the was mice excrement found on downstairs bedding below the covers. We continued to find mouse droppings in basement during our stay in bedrooms and on the bathroom counter. - kitchen was missing hot pads to cook with. Coffee make brew took 30 minutes plus?
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
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8/10 Good

Kara C.

Great Location for Homestead Wedding Guests
Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Overall we thoroughly enjoyed our experience. The house was mostly equipped with items needed for a weekend stay, and the location was super handy for attending a wedding at The Homestead. Our only recommendations would be a larger dish washer for the size house, the dehumidifier emptied regularly, and some sort of A/C unit in the basement as we were uncomfortably hot downstairs, otherwise we’d definitely come stay again.