Glen Arbor holiday house: Glen Arbor, Empire & Sleeping Bear Dunes Area

Are you looking for respite from the world? Stay a million miles away but just down the road from Glen Arbor in this beautiful new log home is a great up-north retreat! Tucked in the woods on Shetland Creek, this 3 bdrm/2 ba home will sleep 8 people with 1 Queen, 1 Fulls, 2 Twins, and 1 Qn. sofabed. (will feature 4 bedrooms 3 bath May 2007) Relax on the creekside swing on 1500' of waterfront and enjoy the peace and quiet of 20 acres of woodland.Decks off of upper and lower level of house overlooking the creek. Only a few miles to Lime Lake, Little Traverse Lake, or Lake Michigan. A/C, W/D, gas FP, firepit, charcoal grill, cable/dvd/vcr, linens provided..Will consider your well mannered pet. No smoking.

Nestled on either side of the Sleeping Bear Dunes are the small towns of Glen Arbor & Empire. The streets are lined with quaint shops and great restaurants. This beautiful area features the breathtaking Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore which is a 72,000-acre national park. The big water beaches are flanked by sand dunes that are 40 stories high. The 500' point of Pyramid Point can be seen from space! The sand is perfect for for sun seekers and hikers. All of that activity surely makes you thirsty so why not grab a beer or a soda and burger at Art's Tavern in Glen Arbor or Joe's Friendly Tavern in Empire. Just west of Glen Arbor is the historic town of Glen Haven that boats historical displays, the Coast Guard museum, and a great sandy beach. In Empire, hike the Empire Bluffs trail for amazing views and have a picnic at the public beach. When the snow arrives, cross-country skiing and snowshoeing are great ways to enjoy nature. Staying at the Homestead? Downhill skiing is right out your door. All year long, these towns have something to offer! Check out the winter weekly hikes at the Sleeping Bear Dunes. Guided hikes on the weekends.