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The Little Green Cottage in the Woods

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Beach towels
Beach towels
Exterior
Shower, hair dryer, towels, soap
TV, fireplace, video games, books

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Fireplace

About this property

Entire place

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

The Little Green Cottage in the Woods

Nestled between M22 & Lake Michigan in beautiful Glen Arbor, MI., The Little Green Cottage in the Woods was built originally as a garage to the neighboring “Barn House”. It has since been renovated (2019) to accommodate family & friend gatherings, while providing a private & intimate setting.

The Little Green Cottage in the Woods is a 1 Bedroom Loft, hidden between Lake Michigan & Downtown Glen Arbor. A 5-minute walk to Lake Michigan allows for beautiful views of Sleeping Bear Dunes, both Manitou Islands & sunsets that go unmatched on a nightly basis. Although the beach is public, it very much has a private feel & is a great spot to relax & let little ones play. A walk along the beach will either take you towards Downtown Glen Arbor & Sleeping Bear Dunes or America’s Freshwater Resort, The Homestead.

Beautiful Glen Arbor consists of fun restaurants, live music, a newly renovated outdoor park, miles of walking & biking trails, cute shops & boutiques, the Original Cherry Republic, Boondocks & local favorite, ART’s Tavern. Just 5 minutes from town is both Sleeping Bear Dunes National Park & picturesque Glen Lake.

The Little Green Cottage itself backs into the Crystal River. Kayaking from the river into Lake Michigan or into downtown Glen Arbor is a great way to relax & enjoy a beautiful Northern Michigan day. The outside of the property also includes a built in fire pit, outdoor seating, heat lamps, charcoal grills (with easy operating instructions), bikes, basketball hoops, hammocks, nature trails, yard games, toddler toys, balls & racquets, & a heated outdoor shower!

The cottage was designed to allow for an intimate gathering of family & friends. The layout & accommodations consist of a main-floor bedroom & bath, upstairs loft with trundle beds & full bath. The main floor also has an open kitchen concept with direct access to the patio & beautiful views of nature. The kitchen includes a refrigerator/freezer, microwave, dishwasher, gas oven-range, & a large island w/ample counter space. It is also equipped with a main floor clothes washer & dryer.

If you happen to be spending time indoors, the home comes with card games, board games, strategy games, puzzles, retro gaming consoles, LG OLED SmartTV w/Soundbar, Hi-Speed Wi-Fi, books, binoculars (great bird watching), & wonderful beds for napping (no bad beds).

The sights of Northern Michigan are breathtaking & ever-changing. Tour the Leelanau Peninsula via scenic M22 or take a day exploring Historic Front Street in Northern Michigan’s largest city, Traverse City.

At The Little Green Cottage in the Woods, exploration awaits, adventure is encouraged & memories are waiting to be made.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Outdoor shower
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • TV
  • Video games

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Printer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On a river

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Kayak

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)

General

  • Bicycles

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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 11:00 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

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
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

About the area

Map
Glen Arbor, MI

What's nearby

  • Crystal River - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Glen Lake - 5 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Little Glen Lake - 6 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Sleeping Bear Point Coast Guard Station Maritime Museum - 8 min drive - 6.3 km
  • Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore - 12 min drive - 11.7 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Cherry Republic - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Arts Tavern - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Boone Dock's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Blu - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Leelanau Coffee Roasting Co. - ‬18 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Little Green Cottage in the Woods pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Little Green Cottage in the Woods?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Little Green Cottage in the Woods?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Little Green Cottage in the Woods located?

Situated on a river, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Crystal River and Lake Michigan. Glen Lake is 1.9 mi (3.1 km) away.

The Little Green Cottage in the Woods Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 31 out of 31 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 31 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Meghan Z., Grosse Pointe Farms, Michigan

Liked: Cleanliness
The perfect little cottage for a family vacation
We had the best time at the Little Green Cottage and cannot wait to book another stay. They had everything (and more!) that we needed for a really fun beach vacation. Great communication with the owners, too! The setup was perfect for our family with parents sleeping in the master bedroom downstairs and our 4 kids all in the bedroom upstairs. The NFL Blitz arcade game up there was the highlight of the kids stay :) we will be back!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl Z.

Liked: Cleanliness
Glen Arbor Paradise
Great relaxing vacation in the woods!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved our staying at this charming green cottage!
Our family really enjoyed our stay! This cottage is stocked with everything our family needed for fun - outdoor activities, water toys, games, fire pit for s’mores, etc. Great location and so beautifully designed and decorated. Thank you for a great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

morgan Q.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best weekend
Had a girls weekend with 10 girls, plenty of room for everyone! The house was amazing and everything surpassed our expectations. Loved the back yard and all of the yard games provided. Very close to town and walking distance to the beach. Loved everything about the little green cottage and can’t wait to come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place!
Wonderful location and a beautiful home! Will definitely go back!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing cottage!
What a gem!!! We had a wonderful time at the Little Green Cottage in the Woods. My kids would have been content to stay at the property the entire time! Hammock, corn hole, and other games kept them busy! But we loved the short walk to the beach and town. The house was the perfect size for our family of 6 and had everything you needed and more. It was our first time visiting Michigan and already my kids want to go back - to the Cottage. Highly recommend a stay here!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eline M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Glen Arbor Family Getaway
Exceptional. The cottage was the perfect place to stay for our family (adults and children) up north getaway! The kitchen is well stocked with everything you need (we traditionaly prep quick meals). It had plates, cups and utensils for kids which was really nice. Very clean and great outdoor area to eat, play, relax and enjoy smores over fire pit. Kayaks available to use and beautiful Lake Michigan beach very close! Would recommended highly!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Allana S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Gorgeous house in great location!
The house renovations are just as pictured and gorgeous. Can fit bigger groups and has a great outdoor patio for entertaining or enjoying the firepit. Location is also excellent with a very short drive to downtown. Perfect place to stay, highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely perfect!
Our stay couldn’t have been better! The owners have a real gem ❤️ They have thought of everything. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Up North getaway
We had a wonderful stay at the Little Green Cottage! The location was perfect for our family: close to Empire, Leland, and Traverse City. We loved the outdoor space and appreciated all the outdoor games. The cottage was spacious indoors and was equipped with EVERYTHING we needed. We slept with the windows open, enjoyed long morning coffees on the huge patio, and played hours of cornhole while enjoying seeing/hearing all the wildlife. The beach was a 5 minute walk making it perfect for nightly sunset viewing. We can’t wait to come back 😊
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Little Green Cottage
Great location, clean, enjoyed amenities
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely stay
Nice layout and backyard. Great location close to Glen Arbor and the beach. Thanks again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

rhett n.

Liked: Cleanliness
All around wonderful!
Loved staying at the little green cottage…best of both worlds with the privacy of being in the woods (including deer who walked through the backyard each morning) and a completely renovated cottage with all of the amenities…I was especially impressed with how well stocked the kitchen was. Highly recommended!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daniel B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect fall getaway
The little green cottage was in the perfect setting in Glen Arbor. The house was perfect and offered plenty of options for our kids, from kayaking to basketball. Close enough to Lake Michigan to walk and watch the sunset. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jacqlyn O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great spot!
We loved our stay at the little green cottage and hope to visit again soon!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful cottage! Gorgeous location. Walkable to the beach. We had a good time. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dave Chicago F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful property and location
The home is very comfortable and well appointed with everything you need for a visit to Michigan. Great location. Great outdoor space. Bikes and kayaks on site. Close walk to beach. We had a great visit.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jacquelyn R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Little slice of heaven
This was our second visit to Glen Arbor, and this house was simply perfect. It is tucked away in the woods, but it is only a short bike ride to downtown and a quick walk to public beach access that felt private. The house is well-appointed with anything and everything we could’ve possibly needed. The beds were comfortable, and our young boys thought the NFL Blitz arcade game was the coolest ever. Emily was quick to respond and super friendly in all communications. Would highly recommend and can’t wait to visit again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sue F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely home near town
Well taken care of property with lots of extras. Walking distance to town and Lake Michigan!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Blake S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely location
The quiet and private location and kitchen furnishings really can’t be beat! Unlike many listings, images are true to listing.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice stay
We stayed for the second time and enjoyed the home and property. Thanks again!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

LaDawn S.

Liked: Cleanliness
The Little Green Cottage does not disappoint.
This cottage has a magical quality in a lovely wooded setting. Each morning, we saw deer grazing very nearby, including two large bucks. Wildlife also includes geese, ducks, chipmunks, squirrels and a range of other birds. You will not regret giving this cozy cottage a try.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Phillip

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
As advertised, well appointed, clean, and perfect size for us. Great location and accommodations. Can’t wait to go back.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mehdi M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Mighty Green Cottage
The Little Green Cottage accommodated my large family well. We had a great time, and highly recommend a stay. The cottage is in a great location. Lake Michigan is just down the road, the Crystal River is in the backyard, and Glen Arbor is just a short bike ride away. We enjoyed kayaking down the Crystal River to Lake Michigan with the provided kayaks. There were tons of other amenities provided by the hosts: grills, charcoal, firewood, bikes, outdoor games and more. We had a great time. Hope to visit again.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jessica B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful!
We had a wonderful time at the Little Green Cottage. It fit our family perfectly. The property was amazing - with so many activities for the kids on site as well as a short walk to Glen Arbor town or Lake Michigan. We would come back again in a heart beat!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022