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Exterior
Interior
TV, fireplace, offices
On the beach
Outdoor dining

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire condo

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 71500 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Glen Arbor, MI
  • Place, Crystal River
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Glen Lake
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪47 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Glen Arbor

This condo places you next to Lake Michigan and within a mile (2 km) of other popular attractions like Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. The condo includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a balcony.
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What's nearby

  • Crystal River - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Glen Lake - 5 min drive - 2.9 miles
  • Sleeping Bear Point Coast Guard Station Maritime Museum - 11 min drive - 5.2 miles
  • Traverse City Beach - 45 min drive - 40.5 miles

Getting around

  • Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cherry Republic - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Mill - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Art's Tavern - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Foothills Cafe - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪La Becasse - ‬12 min drive

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
The condo is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 2 bathrooms, and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with 3 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
  • Housekeeping
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Total with taxes and fees
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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Available in the condo: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

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

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated 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
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21

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 carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What's there to do within easy reach of this condo?

This condo is located in Glen Arbor and just steps from Lake Michigan and Crystal River. You'll also find Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore and Glen Lake within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Dragonfly at the Homestead?

No, there isn't parking at this condo.

Is this condo next to a casino?

No, this condo is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this condo?

No, there is no indoor pool at this condo.

What do couples enjoy most about Dragonfly at the Homestead?

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

Does Dragonfly at the Homestead have a hot tub?

No, this condo doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this condo include breakfast service?

No, this condo doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this condo allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at this condo.

Does Dragonfly at the Homestead have connecting rooms available?

No, this condo doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to this condo?

The closest major airport to this condo is Cherry Capital Airport (TVC), which is about 22.8 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at Dragonfly at the Homestead?

Yes, every condo at Dragonfly at the Homestead comes with a balcony and some offer beach views.

Dragonfly at the Homestead Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 44 out of 48 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 48 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 48 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 48 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 48 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

David J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Location and amenities were perfect. Communication with owner was fantastic. Looking forward to coming back to this incredible property !
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ken E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location and a beautiful view of Lake Michigan and Crystal River. Updated and updated interior. Great communications.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shari L., ANN ARBOR, MI

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely views of the lake. Good communications from the host. Note that access to third bedroom is through the main bedroom.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Mona P., Indianapolis, IN

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful lakefront property, also on the Crystal River. Town of Glen Arbor is very close. We enjoyed the town, all the fantastic hiking, and boating on Glen Lake- “On the Narrows Marina” was a great place to rent a boat.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jim W., Grand Rapids, MI

Liked: Cleanliness
The condo is beautiful and the view is amazing! Check in and communication was great. The kitchen is well equipped with everything you need and the grill for the building is a nice bonus. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

zac w.

Liked: Cleanliness
The condo was very clean with good spaces and comfortable beds. It was a short walk to the beach with lots of sand and the lake was pretty shallow for a good distance. the kids enjoyed tubing down the river that dumped into Lake Michigan but a good sand bar which wasn’t that far of a walk down the beach from the condo. A short convenient drive into Glen Arbor. Overall a great place to stay and enjoy the beach and sunsets.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

The W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Review

Excellent location. Easy access to beach, town, anything in the area. Beautiful, peaceful setting.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place

Spent a few days here with my family( 2 adults 2 kids) Great location. Beach was beautiful. Water is shallow for quit a ways out so it was perfect with kids. Condo was super clean and had everything you need. Hosts were super helpful after a storm took out the power for a bit on our first day. We enjoyed our stay and would definitely book here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Glen Arbor Gathering

We love gathering with our adult kids to kick off summer together Up North! Glen Arbor is a beautiful area we all enjoy, and The Dragonfly was a comfortable space in a favorite spot!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

cathy w.

Liked: Cleanliness

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.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

Diane G.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

Catherine M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful view

Best sunsets!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Len B.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

Dusty B.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

Gabriele L.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

Barbara D.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

nina g.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

Chip K.

Liked: Cleanliness

King’s

Great time Great weather Great place
Stayed 19 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emilee O.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

10/10 Excellent

Joseph H.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

Joan G., Minneapolis, MN

Liked: Cleanliness

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

Rick P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place!

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

10/10 Excellent

Sue C.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

Jimmy R.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

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