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Modern home in Glen Arbor. Steam shower. Walk to lake. Air conditioning.

Holiday home with kitchen, 2-minute walk to Lake Michigan

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Tucked away in Glen Arbor, the Barn on the Bay offers a serene retreat amidst nature. Enjoy Lake Michigan views from the spacious deck or cozy up by the electric fireplace in this beautifully furnished home. With a fully-equipped kitchen and plenty of amenities like WiFi, kayaks, and paddleboard await.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6186 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Outdoor space

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About this property

Entire place

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

Modern home in Glen Arbor. Steam shower. Walk to lake. Air conditioning.

Located in the charming town of Glen Arbor, the Barn on the Bay is a new luxury home right outside of town. This wonderful open-concept home is situated in a beautiful park-like natural setting and around the corner from Lake Michigan. 3 bedrooms (one is a loft) and 2 baths, welcomes up to 6 guests. Will consider 1 dog 40# or less. Beautifully furnished and comfortable.

Step into the spacious living room/kitchen/dining room area off of the deck. High ceilings and natural light pours in. Warm and welcoming is what you will find here. Each window looks out onto the restful natural surroundings.

There are 2 Queen beds in the main level bedrooms and 2 Full beds in the loft. 2 full bathrooms. The primary bedroom steps out onto the spacious deck that wraps around part of the house.

The kitchen is well-appointed. If you love to cook, this kitchen does the trick. Lots of counter space. Gas stove. Plenty of kitchen items, too. The living room features an electric fireplace to add ambiance and a smart TV with streaming only (no cable). WIFI provided.

The views from this space are lovely, with cattails and cedars and wildflowers peeking through the ground. There are woodland animals and birds for the nature lover. Enchanting. Outdoors, whether on the deck or sitting around the fire pit--kick your feet up and enjoy. Gas grill. Outdoor dining chairs and picnic area. Outdoor shower.

Lake Michigan is just 0.3 miles away and an easy walk down a quiet dirt road. The Crystal River is across the main road (M-22) and also has a dock. One kayak is provided.

Glen Arbor shops and dining are only minutes down the road--you can walk if you'd like! The Sleeping Bear Dune Climb is a 4.5-mile drive. The Sleeping Bear Heritage Trail connects nearby for biking and walking.

Sheets and towels are included. This home rents weekly, Sunday to Sunday only in the prime summer months but will allow short stays during off-peak seasons.

-- THE PROPERTY --

Sleeps 6.

Bedroom 1: Queen bed || Bedroom 2: Queen bed || Bedroom 3: (LOFT) 2 Full beds

OUTDOORS: Deck/patio, Courtyard, Outdoor gas grill, Outdoor dining chairs and table, Outdoor shower, Hammock, Built-in firepit

INDOORS: WIFI, Books, Stereo, Games

KITCHEN: Fully equipped, Cooking basics, Dishware & flatware, Microwave, Toaster, Coffee maker, Dishwasher

GENERAL: Towels & linens, Hair dryer, Heating, Electric fireplace, Central AC

MISC: Cycling, Swimming, Adventure, Nearby winery - golf course - bike rentals - fitness center - jet ski rentals - grocery store - beaches.

PARKING: Fits 3 vehicles

-- POLICIES --

- 40 pound or less dog allowed with a non-refundable fee

- No smoking

- No events, parties, or large gatherings

- Must be at least 18 years old to book

- Additional fees and taxes may apply

- Cancellation: Reservations canceled at least 30 days before arrival will receive a full refund. Reservations canceled between 14 and 30 days before arrival will receive a 50% refund. No refunds will be issued for cancellations received less than 14 days before arrival.

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Patio
  • Picnic area

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Tennis
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 2,000 square feet

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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

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
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
New! Gorgeous new build in Glen Arbor. Air. Near town.
1118-212406

About the area

Map
Glen Arbor, MI

What's nearby

  • Crystal River - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Glen Lake - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Sleeping Bear Point Coast Guard Station Maritime Museum - 9 min drive - 7.3 km
  • Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore - 9 min drive - 15.2 km
  • Crystal Mountain - 44 min drive - 57.3 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Cherry Republic - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪The Mill - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Art's Tavern - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Boonedocks - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪The Foothills Cafe - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Modern home in Glen Arbor. Steam shower. Walk to lake. Air conditioning. pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Modern home in Glen Arbor. Steam shower. Walk to lake. Air conditioning.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Modern home in Glen Arbor. Steam shower. Walk to lake. Air conditioning.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Modern home in Glen Arbor. Steam shower. Walk to lake. Air conditioning. located?

Situated in Glen Arbor, this holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Crystal River and Lake Michigan. Glen Lake is 1.8 mi (2.8 km) away.

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Reviews

Modern home in Glen Arbor. Steam shower. Walk to lake. Air conditioning. Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.6

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 47 out of 50 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 50 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 50 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 50 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 50 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Karla C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful house and decor. Very well stocked. Excellent location, close to the beach, Crystal river and Glen Arbor. Highly recommend! Owner was great to work with.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property and location to beach for the kids
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marsha H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyed the kayaks and paddle board on Crystal River.
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Wendy C.

The Barn on the Bay

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: Wonderful property. Clean and modern with all the amenities. Very short walk to Lake Michigan beach! We loved that it was pet friendly! We will rent again!

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful space, plenty of room and great common areas. Kayaks, games, lots of clean towels—very well stocked kitchen. 10/10
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

David / Wan G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property was an excellent stay for 8 days! The property management company was very helpful. The kitchen is new and well-designed with all the amenities needed for our stay. The outdoor shower is a plus when returning from the beach (a short walk down the road.)to rinse off and keep the house sand-free. Only items missing was shampoo/soap and enough Toilet paper to last our stay. This may be improved upon when there is a longer stay booked into the property. WE HIGHLY recommended this property and property management company for your next stay Up North in the Glen Arbor area! 5 stars ***** Pure Michigan! Enjoy!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

jacey s.

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

Great House

We had a great stay and loved everything about this place!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rachel W.

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

Excellent location

We had a couples weeknd close to downtown, beautiful clean house.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Carolyn W.

Weekend Trip

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: Rochelle from Visit up North Rental was awesome with helping us find the best place to stay! She touched base with us the following day to see if we were OK after the storm went through and if everything was OK with the place. (Which it was!) She was very professional and easy to work with with. We had a wonderful time staying at the Barn on Bay Lane. It met all of our expectation and more. Great place to stay at.

10/10 Excellent

Vicki T.

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

Wonderful location, beautiful house!

What a lovely place. Beautiful and new home. Great kitchen for cooking meals. Ideal location for exploring the dunes and other parks and hikes in the area. Will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia D.

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

Great location

Visiting family. Loved the proximity of the beach and town shopping. Great hiking trails. Great restaurants. Cherry Republic! Very well appointed and clean house. Good communication with management.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly N.

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

The perfect mix

This was a perfectly appointed property. You can tell the owners thought of everything to make it relaxing and enjoyable for all ages.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tom B.

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

Great spot!

Really great location, close to town and house is very easy to stay in! Very homie feeling
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lisa B.

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

The property was beautiful! Great location a hidden gem!

Our family had the best time. Perfect house and amazing location with Lake Michigan a 5 mins walk away. Matt was friendly and so accommodating! Will definitely stay again.

10/10 Excellent

Lori H.

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

Great Location

Couldn’t ask for a place more convenient to Lake Michigan, the Crystal River, and town! Loved being able to kayak the river right from home. Very convenient to all the great hiking and biking we like to do as well, and the weather was great! We hope to be back soon!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

kathy m.

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

Amazing time

Property is everything and more. We had a fun winter getaway!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beth D.

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

The “barn” was perfect- nicely decorated, spacious, and very clean!

This was the perfect place for our family. Plenty of open space to gather as a family but also space for the teens to have some alone time. Great location! Walk to the water, short drive or bike to town, short trip to sleeping bear dunes. Super clean, super easy. We loved this place!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Melissa R.

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

The Barn

The Barn was a spacious place where our family was able to enjoy our time together. It is close to Traverse city. Lots of charm!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Peaceful Location

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: Everything was as described, very peaceful and clean.

10/10 Excellent

Julie S.

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

Fall color tour

We had a campfire in the fire pit and a dark walk to the lake. Very relaxing.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Ted J.

Barn on Bay Ln great for humans and dogs

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: Barn on Bay Lane is a great place to stay in Glen Arbor. Clean and modern with fairly well equipped kitchen for eating in plus allowing for dog. This year was our second consecutive stay, no problems.

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia C.

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

Not your old Barn

A great location close to everything---the beach, food, hiking and biking trails. A thoughtfully designed home which is tastefully decorated in a California/Scandinavian motif---relaxing and homey.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Matthew H.

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

Great Summer Vacation

Great property in a nice location close to town. Photos do not show the backyard with fire pit, and bathroom in master bedroom which were both very nice. Only letdown was that the steam shower in master bath was not functional.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vicki W.

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

Great House and Perfect Location

This house and location were perfect! We had a great stay with a perfect combination of enjoying the quaint town of Glen Arbor, the lake, the dunes and the house was perfect to return to in order to recharge for the next activity. The loft was perfect for our kids and the bedrooms were perfectly comfortable for my in-laws and my husband and me. The open floor concept allowed us all to be together during meal prep, games, etc. Thanks for an amazing stay, and we can’t wait to return!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sally L.

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

Nice as can be

Perfectly appointed modern vibe. Quick walk to a charming quiet beach. It’s like staying in an IKEA show room — which let’s face it — we’ve all dreamed about. Our only concern would be the ladder up to the loft. Seemed a bit precarious.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023