1938 Lakeside Cottage – Big Glen Lake Waterfront, Historic 30’s Modern Cabin
Overview
Rooms and Beds
Room | Count | Capacity | Details |
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bedrooms | 4 | sleeps 8 |
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bathroom | 1 |
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Description
1938 Lakeside Cottage – Big Glen Lake Waterfront, Historic 30’s Modern CabinArrive on a Monday for 7 days at our family summer retreat to display open weeks. Thank you.Water & Views! Our lakeside summer cottage sits on the south shore of Big Glen Lake. A comfortable family retreat with panoramic views over turquoise water, a private dock, & raft for your water-based activities.We look forward to sharing with you open Monday/Monday weeks which will be posted in January after family members have secured their dates.The 1938 Modern cabin was designed by eminent Chicago architect Harry Weese for his parents while in architecture school. It is a notable early example of a style that became popular and known as mid-centry modern. The wall of glass embracing the lake is the focal point for open-plan living, dining & cooking. Furnishings have been updated in keeping with its historic character.Down a private drive, a short distance east of the Narrows Bridge, it is Ideally located adjacent to the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. Relax, enjoy your vacation at our bright, comfortable cottage. The large living area with fireplace has a dining table for 8 and a selection of comfortable seating. The adjacent screen porch has teak furniture & a table for snacking, dinner or games. Step out to the ample deck with lounge chairs. All areas overlook the crystal clear, spring fed lake. Four cozy bedrooms will accommodate 5-8.The Cottage: Enjoy the peace of water lapping at the shore or the breeze passing the birches while reading in the hammock or rocking in a chair on the porch. A crackling fire will welcome you after an early morning or evening dip in the lake. Whatever your inclination, a variety of activities abound and you will have a memorable vacation at our family summer home.Waterfront: The cottage has a private dock and floating raft, and fixed raft shared with our two adjacent cabins. The water is shallow at the shore with minimal beach. There is ample sandy shallow water swimming between the dock and raft. Kayaks, canoes & windsurfers can be easily accommodated, however we have no facilities for launching or mooring larger or motorized watercraft and the driveway cannot accommodate trailers. Public launch ramps are nearby. Kayaks & bikes may be rented in town.
What's Nearby?
Attraction | Distance |
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Glen Lake | 1 min walk |
Little Glen Lake | 11 min walk |
Pierce Stocking Scenic Drive | 5 min drive |
Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore | 6 min drive |
Sleeping Bear Point Coast Guard Station Maritime Museum | 11 min drive |
Restaurants
Restaurant | Distance |
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Cherry Public House | Glen Arbor | 5 min drive |
Boone Dock’s | 5 min drive |
Arts Tavern | 5 min drive |
Friendly Tavern | 10 min drive |
Cherry Republic | 5 min drive |
Getting Around
Transportation | Details |
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Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) | Cherry Capital) |
FAQs
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at 1938 Lakeside Cottage – Big Glen Lake Waterfront, Historic 30’s Modern Cabin ?Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at 1938 Lakeside Cottage – Big Glen Lake Waterfront, Historic 30’s Modern Cabin ?Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is 1938 Lakeside Cottage – Big Glen Lake Waterfront, Historic 30’s Modern Cabin located?Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is within a 15-minute walk of Glen Lake and Little Glen Lake. Pierce Stocking Scenic Drive is 2.5 mi (4.1 km) away.