Title: Charming Cottage- Baby Bear on Little Glen - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Charming Cottage- Baby Bear on Little Glen ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35620000/35615600/35615544/ee8fc67e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35620000/35615600/35615544/783bd14e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35620000/35615600/35615544/e02ddc30.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35620000/35615600/35615544/4eb156c2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35620000/35615600/35615544/485afd45.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Perched on Little Glen Lake's shores, this A-frame chalet offers the perfect setting for family fun or a secluded getaway. With a private deck and charcoal grill, you can enjoy picnics and barbecues while taking in breathtaking sunsets over the Sleeping Bear Sand Dunes. Take advantage of nearby amenities like dining, art galleries, shopping, boat rentals and golf courses. 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 41000 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Kitchen - Barbecue grill - Outdoor space - Lake view ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Charming Cottage- Baby Bear on Little Glen This A-frame chalet has direct, private frontage on Little Glen Lake and is located less than 5 minutes from the Village of Glen Arbor. Glen Lake's famous sandy bottom stays shallow for a long distance, making it the ideal lake for small children. The North Shore of Little Glen is kissed by sunshine all day and showcases breathtaking sunsets over the Sleeping Bear Sand Dunes each night. Also visible from this location is the familiar Glen Lake Narrows Bridge. Baby Bear is the ideal location to experience the beauty of Northern Michigan. This A-frame chalet has direct, private frontage on Little Glen Lake and is located less than 5 minutes from the Village of Glen Arbor. Glen Lake's famous sandy bottom stays shallow for a long distance, making it the ideal lake for small children. The North Shore of Little Glen is kissed by sunshine all day and showcases breathtaking sunsets over the Sleeping Bear Sand Dunes each night. Guest capacity is 4. \-- THE PROPERTY -- Private | WiFi | Bedroom 1: Main floor-Queen sized bed | Bedroom 2: Main floor- full size bed| Bedroom 3: loft area- 2 twin beds| Bathroom: main floor OUTDOOR LIVING: charcoal grill, backyard, private access to Little Glen Lake, firepit, mooring buoy for boat storage, dock for loading and unloading boat, deck furniture KITCHEN: Refrigerator, stove top, oven, cooking basics, coffee maker, toaster, paper towels/trash bags INDOOR LIVING: Living room, fans (no a/c) GENERAL: Linens, towels, heating FAQ: Quiet hours (10:00 PM-8:00 AM) ACCESSIBILITY: slight step into home, steep stairs to loft area PARKING: Parking area for one vehicle- contact management if additional parking is needed \-- THE LOCATION -- NATURE SCENE: Empire Beach (6 miles/ 10 minutes), Sleeping Bear Sand Dunes (4 miles/ 8 minutes), Empire Bluff Trail (8 miles/ 12 minutes) Pierce Stocking Scenic Dr (6 miles/ 14 minutes), Sleeping Bear Heritage Trail (4 miles, 6 minutes) SEE + DO: Empire Area Museum (5 mile/ 9 minutes) Empire Village shopping district (5.5 miles/ 8 minute), Glen Arbor shopping district ( 2.5 miles/ 4 minutes) Crystal River Outfitters (2.5 miles/ 4 minutes) TRAVERSE CITY (~24 miles/ 34 minutes): Cherry Festival, Great Lakes Children’s Museum, City Opera House, Clinch Park, Great Wolf Lodge Water Park, Downtown shopping and restaurants WINE + DINE: Joe’s Friendly Tavern (5.6 miles, 9 minutes), Empire Village Inn (5.3 miles/ 8 minute), Shipwreck Cafe ( 5.2 miles/ 8 minute), Art’s Tavern (2.5 miles, 4 minutes), Cherry Public House (2.4 miles, 4 minutes) AIRPORT: Cherry Capital Airport (26 miles) \-- REST EASY WITH US -- Northland Vacation Rentals welcomes you to unwind, relax, and get into vacation mode! When staying at one of our homes, we want to assure you that we will do our utmost to provide you with a wonderful place to stay. We take cleaning very seriously and make sure that all of our homes are well maintained. Should an issue arise- no worries! Our friendly staff is available 24/7 to promptly assist with any of your urgent needs. \-- POLICIES -- \- No smoking \- No dogs/ pets allowed \- No events, bachelor/ bachelorette parties, or large gatherings \-No fireworks \- Please respect quiet hours from 10:00 PM-8:00 AM. \-Day guests must be approved by management if exceeding the capacity of 4 guests. Guests not adhering to this rule could face a fine or eviction as outlined in our terms and conditions that are agreed upon by renting our home. Capacity is strictly enforced and randomly checked. \- Must be at least 25 years old to book \- Additional fees and taxes may apply \- Photo ID may be required upon check-in \-Please refer to our terms and conditions for the house rules. \-Please see rental agreement for cancellation and refund policy. Management fees and booking fees are non-refundable. We will provide a starter package of paper towel, toilet paper, garbage bags, hand soap, dish soap and/or dishwasher tabs if a dishwasher is available at the property. Depending on the length of your stay, you may need to purchase more of these items. Other items not included in this list are not guaranteed. Please reach out to management to inquire if a particular amenity is important to your stay, or plan accordingly. Some items such as grills and docks if applicable are seasonal and may not be available. ## Property amenities ### Parking and transportation - Car required - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Living room ### Outdoor areas - Charcoal grill - Dock - Patio ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Location highlights - In a village - Near the marina - On a lake ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Cycling nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Motor boating nearby - Sailing nearby - Swimming nearby ### 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) - Fire extinguisher ### General - Unit size: 1,000 square feet ## Similar properties ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33570000/33568400/33568355/62750dcb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Charming A Frame Cottage on Little Glen at Mama Bear Empire - Kitchen - Parking available - Barbecue grill - Microwave 10 Exceptional 16 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-12&endDate=2025-10-13&selected=33568355&PinnedHotelID=33568355&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88430000/88420800/88420738/92ff3948.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Annex Pet Friendly Waterfront Cottage within walking distance to Glen Arbor! 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### We should mention A car is required for transportation to and from this property ### Property is also known as Charming Cottage on Little Glen Charming Cottage- Baby Bear on Little Glen Empire Charming Cottage- Baby Bear on Little Glen Cottage Charming Cottage- Baby Bear on Little Glen Cottage Empire 340400 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C44.87115%2C-86.00840&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=QzIPMqYrUZ97yYf-yEpV76dOAV0=) Empire, MI #### What's nearby - Little Glen Lake - 1 min walk - 0.0 km - Glen Lake - 20 min walk - 1.7 km - Crystal River - 8 min drive - 6.5 km - Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore - 8 min drive - 8.7 km - Sleeping Bear Point Coast Guard Station Maritime Museum - 14 min drive - 7.3 km #### Getting around - Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) - 45 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Cherry Republic - ‬7 min drive - ‪The Mill - ‬8 min drive - ‪Art's Tavern - ‬7 min drive - ‪Boonedocks - ‬7 min drive - ‪Leelanau Coffee Roasting Co. - ‬7 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Charming Cottage- Baby Bear on Little Glen pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Charming Cottage- Baby Bear on Little Glen? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Charming Cottage- Baby Bear on Little Glen? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Charming Cottage- Baby Bear on Little Glen located? > Situated on a lake, this cottage is within 1 mi (2 km) of Little Glen Lake and Glen Lake. 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