The Little Green Cottage in the Woods
Overview
Rooms and Beds
Room | Count | Capacity | Details |
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bedrooms | 2 | sleeps 12 |
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bathrooms | 2 |
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Description
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.
What's Nearby?
Attraction | Distance |
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Crystal River | 1 min walk |
Glen Lake | 5 min drive |
Little Glen Lake | 6 min drive |
Sleeping Bear Point Coast Guard Station Maritime Museum | 8 min drive |
Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore | 12 min drive |
Restaurants
Restaurant | Distance |
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Cherry Public House | Glen Arbor | 2 min drive |
Boone Dock’s | 2 min drive |
Arts Tavern | 19 min walk |
Cherry Republic | 2 min drive |
Leelanau Coffee Roasting Co. | 18 min walk |
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 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?This family-friendly Glen Arbor cottage is located on the riverfront, within a 10-minute walk of Crystal River and Lake Michigan. Glen Lake is 1.9 mi (3.1 km) away.