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Dragonfly at the Homestead

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On the beach
On the beach
Property grounds
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire condo

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7139 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace

About this property

Entire place

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

Dragonfly at the Homestead

Summary:
Newly renovated Homestead condo includes 3 bedrooms plus a fold-out and couch sleeps 7. Splash your kayak in the river or stroll just a few steps across the bridge to the pristine beach on Sleeping Bear Bay. Enjoy your days on the beach or at nearby Glen Arbor and Sleeping Bear Dunes and let the fabulous sunset views seal the deal on your memory bucket list! Minutes to Glen Arbor, Leland, Traverse City, wineries, great restaurants, the National Park, kayak and bike rentals and so much more!

The Space:
This unit is a 2nd floor condo. There is a twin bedroom on the main floor and upstairs there is the King bedroom and full bedroom with a trundle.

Guest Access:
Keys are in a key box on the door

The Neighborhood:
Sun Dance Condos at The Homestead Resort

Interaction with Guests:
As needed

Property manager

Robin Vilter and Neil Dumford

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Available in the condo: Internet access

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On a lake
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Property located in a resort
  • Unit size: 1,500 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
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Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 and a first aid kit
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

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About the area

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Glen Arbor, MI

What's nearby

  • Crystal River - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Glen Lake - 9 min drive - 5.9 km
  • Little Glen Lake - 9 min drive - 8.4 km
  • Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore - 10 min drive - 11.2 km
  • Sleeping Bear Point Coast Guard Station Maritime Museum - 11 min drive - 8.9 km

Getting around

  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cherry Republic - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Arts Tavern - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Boone Dock's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Blu - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Leelanau Coffee Roasting Co. - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Dragonfly at the Homestead pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Dragonfly at the Homestead?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Dragonfly at the Homestead?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Dragonfly at the Homestead located?

Nestled on the beach, this Glen Arbor condo building is just steps away from Crystal River and Lake Michigan. Glen Lake is 2.7 mi (4.4 km) away.

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Dragonfly at the Homestead Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 36 out of 39 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 39 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 39 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 39 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 39 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Len B.

Dragonfly
Our stay was awesome. The property was very clean, well equipped and had a great location near the beach. The owners were very responsive to all our questions. We plan on staying here again in the future.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diane G.

Breathtaking views with abundant wildlife.
The Dragonfly was exactly as expected. The location right on Lake Michigan with a darling creek running out front was superb. The condo was well equipped with everything we needed and then some. The hosts were very attentive and quickly answered any questions we had. Definitely looking forward to visiting again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gretchen C.

Would stay there again next year
Beautifully redone condo, great location along crystal river at the Homestead. Owner great to work with.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rick P.

Great place!
Ideal location, clean, well furnished condo. Highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chip K.

King’s
Great time Great weather Great place
Stayed 19 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gabriele L.

Absolutely fabulous!
This condo unit exceeded all our expectations. It is tastefully furnished and well equipped. For our young children the dhalloyriver just below was great for finding potaskeys and frogs. The beach is only a few steps beyond. The sunsets were spectacular and we would go back again next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joan G., Minneapolis, MN

Beautiful condo and great location
We loved our stay at dragonfly. I think it works best for families with children as a top floor two rooms are connected without much privacy. Kitchen is well stocked, and the views from the balcony are perfect.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marcy J.

Beautiful Condo. Nicely updated and very clean!
Condo was well maintained and very accommodating. Beautifully decorated with a light and airy feel. We loved it and would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sue C.

Great Family Vacation
I stayed at the property during July 4th week. The location was amazing with sunsets over Lake Michigan. It was close to Sleeping Bear Dunes, kayaking, biking, golfing, shops and restaurants. The condo was incredibly clean and as was the property. I would highly recommend the place to anyone.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melanie W.

Great location, beautiful condo!
We had a great stay. The condo was beautiful, and we didn’t need to bring a thing! It even had beach chairs for us to use. Robin our host was very helpful and responsive, and appreciate both her and Neil for making our stay so great. Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Barbara D.

Sibling Retreat
Dragonfly absolutely met our needs; close to hikes, golf, and beautiful beaches. The deck was great for sunsets! Kitchen was well equipped. Beds comfortable. Outdoor stairs were a bit slippery when wet so watch out.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jimmy R.

Beauty in northern Michigan!
Dragonfly was a great place for my family and I- comfortable beds, tons of pillows and blankets, great family room couches and well equipped kitchen. the location is phenomenal with a creek and the beach just steps out the door and close to so many hiking trails, beaches and little towns. The homestead resort itself is a little messed up in that they don’t allow you to use the resort part with the pool and beach chairs and the cafe manitou…but in the week we stayed here we really didn’t miss it- plenty of fun on the creek and beach- would highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joseph H.

An amazing week!
Our family had an amazing time at the Dragonfly! Everything we needed was within arm’s reach and you simply cannot beat how close to the Crystal River and Lake Michigan you are. Glen Arbor is a 5-minute drive and you can get to the dunes and points nearby within 15 minutes. The Homestead was fun to explore as well and our 5-year-old loved his daily golf cart rides with Darlene. Our hosts were responsive and helpful and we would definitely recommend the Dragonfly to anyone.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

nina g.

Great place to stay
Overall this place had everything we needed, including great views. I wish I had heeded the advice about the bedrooms - we were two couples, and the third bedroom was basically off the table, as it lives within the primary suite. The remaining bedroom on the main floor had two twins, which worked fine for the quick visit. If the main floor bedroom had a full or queen bed, it might solve a lot for this place. Otherwise, very clean and great location, easy parking.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Terri P.

Beautiful and updated Homestead condo
Condo is beautifully updated and very nicely stocked. Owners have thought of all the items you might need. The Lake Michigan views are beautiful. The Homestead beach is littered with dead saltwater fish which have a strong smell and attract flies. While this isn’t in any way a fault of the owners, it is a disappointment since one of the reasons we selected this property was it’s proximity to the beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lisa M.

Girls Winter Getaway
The property was awesome, very clean except for a couple flies, lol. Beds were comfy and the view was extraordinary! We wish we could have had a fire since it was so blustery out. A gas fireplace would be awesome and easy. We also wish there would have been a keurig since that is all the rage these days. The kitchen was stocked with everything you could need to do anything. TV service was easy to use and the bathrooms were super luxurious. We would love to come back in the summer and enjoy the location to the beach. Highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Angela D., Clinton TWP

Perfect Spot to Do Lots of Things!
This was a beautiful place to spend time on vacation. Close to lots of things to do!! The condo was spacious for a family of 4 and well-equipped with things you might need. We loved the proximity to downtown Glen Arbor where we were able to spend the afternoon kayaking and another day shopping and eating at some great local places. We also were very close to Sleeping Bear Dunes. We were able to do a few day trips to local lighthouses/museums and visit Traverse City a few times for the Cherry Festival, fireworks, and airshow. And of course, there was the beach, which we spent a few afternoons/evenings, hanging out at. There are plenty of walking/biking trails nearby, a quick convenience shop and local restaurant on site to utilize for a quick bite/snacks and supplies. Though a little pricey, this is a great place to stay! We truly loved it.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

6/10 Okay

Jannice J.

A good time
The condo was just lovely - except the layout of the master bedroom which is at the head of upstairs - it is open to anyone … being another small bedroom at the end of a hall - the bathroom is in the hallway. It has a lovely view onto the lake, but it put us downstairs in the twin bedroom leaving the upstairs master layout to our 2 daughters. The kitchen, eating and area were update and comfy. We had run out of dishwasher product before our last day. Thank you
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Emilee O.

Awesome property! We'll be back!
I can't say enough great things about our stay. The location of the property was perfect. You have great views looking out the back decks and you're in walking distance to Cavanaugh's and Whiskers within the complex and a few minutes drive to Glen Arbor. The beds were comfortable and linens were nice. The house was stocked with more than enough essentials- Tupperware, storage bags, toilet paper, paper towels, salt and pepper, dish soap, laundry detergent, etc. This made it really nice for not having to make an extra store run for those little items that you forget. We also appreciate it all the extra bath and beach towels. This helps so that we weren't constantly washing our personal beach towels all week. The only very minor concerns that we had were that the hot water was finicky. Sometimes there was plenty. Other times you had a lukewarm shower. The heaters in bathroom helped but it would have been nice to get a hot shower throughout the week without freezing out your family during theirs. I believe the property advertised no pets. However, there was a significant amount of white dog hair throughout the property, especially on the couches and rugs. This isn't a problem for us because we don't have any allergies but I can see this would be concerning for others if this was the case. Thank you for a great stay! We can't wait to return.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

cathy w.

Beautiful view
A beautiful property and decorated nice. We love the hikes. The beach and the nearby town of Glen Arbor
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deanna S.

Lovely Autumn get away
The Dragonfly was a wonderful beach condo and perfectly located. We had an amazing time exploring the area of Glen Arbor, Traverse City, Leland and Empire. Dragonfly was clean, cozy and fully equipped for all our needs. It was a perfect time of year for our color tour. The view of beautiful Lake Michigan with spectacular sunsets right from the balcony.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Catherine M.

Beautiful view
Best sunsets!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dusty B.

Great condo and location
This condo was situated perfectly just outside of the Glen Arbor downtown. The beach and water views were amazing and the entire place was very clean and comfortable. We would definitely stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patrick O.

Wonderful property, wonderful location
A very fun visit with 4 adults and 2 infants. Close location to the dunes, and restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

cindy b.

Liked: Check-in
Wonderful long fall weekend
The first two days of our trip we experienced bad weather so staying in this lovely condo was perfect for our family including 2 toddlers! The views were always beautiful and the access to the beach was perfect even in the strong windy days! It was close to all of our favorite places too!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022