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An outdoor dining area with a table and chairs, an umbrella, and a view of a lake.
A wooden dock leading to a house surrounded by trees and a river.
A rustic cabin with a stone chimney, surrounded by lush greenery and a stone pathway leading to the entrance.
A bedroom with a bunk bed, a desk, and a window with a view of trees.
A kitchen with teal cabinets, a wooden dining table with blue placemats, and a vintage wooden cabinet with a mirror.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 102000 sq ft

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Empire, MI
  • Place, Little Glen Lake
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Glen Lake
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪48 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Empire

Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore is within 2 miles (3 km) of this vacation home while other popular attractions such as Lake Michigan are within 3 miles (5 km). The vacation home includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a refrigerator.
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What's nearby

  • Little Glen Lake - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore - 3 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Crystal River - 7 min drive - 5.2 miles
  • Glen Lake - 7 min drive - 4.8 miles
  • Traverse City Beach - 47 min drive - 39.3 miles

Getting around

  • Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cherry Republic - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Art's Tavern - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Trattoria Funistrada - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Boonedocks - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Leelanau Coffee Roasting Co. - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Bricker Cottage on Little Glen

Summary:

Located on Little Glen Lake, and just across the street from the Dunes and Heritage Trail, this home is the ideal getaway for the outdoor enthusiasts. Spend days on the lake, hiking, and biking. Back home, enjoy the comfort and tranquility of the four-bedroom abode (2 bedrooms have A/C). Whip up meals in the well-equipped kitchen. Bring your boat or rent a boat from one of the local marinas!

Outside, play yard games, swim, kayak, canoe, and gather around the glow of the firepit on starry nights.



The Space:

On the main floor there is a queen bedroom with a bunk bed set. When you go up the driveway side stairs there is a queen bedroom and another bedroom with 2 twin beds both of these bedrooms have A/C. When you go up the lakeside stairs there is a room with 2 twin beds. Overall the property can sleep 10 with 2 queen beds and 6 single beds. There is no central air conditioning



Guest Access:

Guests will be provided with a door code 2 days prior to check-in



The Neighborhood:

Practically at the base of the Sleeping Bear Dunes



Getting Around:

Just a 5 min drive to downtown Glen Arbor.



Other Things to Note:

2 of the 4 bedrooms have A/C. Contact host for direct booking options.



Interaction with Guests:

As needed.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and 3 bathrooms, and there's space to spread out with 4 bedrooms. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a coffee maker.

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Exterior
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  • Air conditioning
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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • On the waterfront

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 2,000 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 22

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

Rules

No smoking, pets, or fireworks are allowed in the house or on the premises. A grill has been provided for your use. An extra propane tank is in ...

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated 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
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 22

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a smoke detector.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What's there to see near this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Empire, just steps from Little Glen Lake. You'll also find Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore and Lake Michigan within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Bricker Cottage on Little Glen?

No, there isn't parking at this vacation home.

Is this vacation home adjacent to a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

What do couples enjoy most about Bricker Cottage on Little Glen?

There are many amenities for couples at this vacation home, including a fireplace, a fireplace in some house, as well as a beach.

Does Bricker Cottage on Little Glen have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home offer breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.

Does Bricker Cottage on Little Glen have connecting rooms available?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this vacation home.

Where is the closest airport to this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Cherry Capital Airport (TVC), which is about 24.7 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Bricker Cottage on Little Glen?

No, there aren't any house with balconies at Bricker Cottage on Little Glen.

Bricker Cottage on Little Glen Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 7 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 7 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jacob K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great stay. Location was absolutely perfect. Cottage was spacious and fit our needs well.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jenny F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely perfect weekend at the cottage. Great house for our group of kids and adults--everyone was so happy.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Connie M.

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

Cute cottage

Perfect location right next to the Sleeping Bear dunes. Great stay for 2 families with kids
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah L.

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

Great location, idyllic cabin vibe

This was a great spot for a long weekend with kids. It’s a short walk to the dune climb and a quick drive to several Lake Michigan beaches and restaurants in Glen Arbor and Empire. The property itself was great for two families, with lots of room to sleep and play at the big table overlooking the water. The location on Little Glen Lake is perfect - shallow, clear water very far out. We enjoyed the kayaks, canoe, fire pit, and tether ball pole. Easy check in and minimal check out tasks. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer A.

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

Little Glen Haven

This house is super cute and unique. If you stay read the houses history they wrote up on the wall and be sure to ck out all the original artwork! A beautiful yard and the water is clear and sandy bottom our 10 year old loved to run through the shallow water. Walking distance to the dunes which is always fun! The host was very responsive as well! Totally would stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle L.

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

Great house on Little Glen!

We had a lovely 1-week stay here with 6 adults and 2 young children, including an infant. The house was exactly as advertised and a fantastic place to stay with kids. There were a few toys and games provided, which were a big hit. The water was shallow and always warm, and the beach was small but sandy. It was so fun for my kids to sit in the sand and build things. There were 2 kayaks and a canoe that were in good shape. The host was extremely responsive and provided everything we needed. She dropped off a pack n play for my infant at the start of our stay, and extra laundry pods partway through when we realized we were out. The house itself was interesting: It looked like it used to be smaller and rooms were added on, which was actually perfect for us because it meant the baby could sleep in a totally separate part of the house. It's an easy walk to the sand dunes and a short drive to Glen Arbor.It did get a little hot inside, but IMO that's just part of summer.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025