Thistledown on Lake Michigan
| People | 8 |
| Bedrooms | 4 |
| Bathrooms | 3 |
| Property type | house |
| Minimum Stay | 1 - 7 nights |
Overview
House, 4 Bedrooms, 3 Baths, Sleeps 7
We would love to share our 'Up North' getaway with people who
appreciate a well kept home with full amenities. As you stroll down
our winding driveway, watch for the deer and wildlife in the woods.
When you're finished taking in the view of Lake Michigan and the
Manitou Islands from the living room, step outside to the patio and
head down the boardwalk through the sandy dune grasses and
wildflowers to our own private beach on Sleeping Bear Bay on Lake
Michigan.
Our 4 bedroom, 3 bath home is within walking distance of Glen Arbor
(1/2 mile). The master bedroom, with a lovely view of the lake and
the Manitou Islands, includes a king size bed and a private bath.
Also on the lower level are two other bedrooms, one with two twin
beds and the other with one twin bed, which share a bathroom.
Upstairs is a bedroom with two twin beds, a twin futon (best for young teen or child) and a
bathroom. The home includes new flooring throughout
Thistledown is located 30 minutes from Traverse City, the Cherry
Capital of the Midwest. The Traverse City Airport offers service
from several major airlines. And of course, for your cherry product
needs, walk or bike into town to The Cherry Republic.
About Spencer Rand
Thistledown has been a family home for four generations. The Rands live in Florida and the Washington, DC area, but we love to come back to Glen Arbor and the peaceful views of Lake Michigan and the Manitou Islands. Marcia lives in St. Louis and loves getting together with her family in Glen Arbor. We all enjoy getting together at Thistledown and making memories.
Spencer Rand purchased this house in 1972
Why Spencer Rand chose Glen Arbor
Once you come to Thistledown, you will be making lifetime memories. We love sharing it with families who appreciate how special are the Glen Arbor area and Sleeping Bear Bay. We have had family weddings, and many happy announcements of engagements and babies' arrivals at Thistledown.
What makes this house unique
We hope you will enjoy the views and the location as much as we do. It is just a few yards from the beach of Lake Michigan, yet close enough to walk into town for ice cream or shopping.
Guestbook comments from the owner
2 1/2 year old Clara (our granddaughter) had a wonderful time at Thistledown! A few weeks after arriving back home, she asked her daddy, "Daddy, where's Michigan? I NEED MY Michigan!" Yes, Clara, we all feel that way!
Facilities
Accommodation and facilities for this holiday house in Glen Arbor in Glen Arbor Township
- house
- Self-catering
- Check-in: 16:00 /
- Check-out: 11:00
- Max. occupancy: 8
- Max. adults: 7
- Children welcome
- Parties/events not allowed
- Pets not allowed
- Non smoking only
- The beach is for use by only the residents staying in the house.
- Beach View
- Beachfront
- Lake View
- Lakefront
- Water View
- Waterfront
- Adventure
- Away From It All
- Budget
- Family
- Historic
- Romantic
- Sports & Activities
- Tourist Attractions
- Air Conditioning
- Clothes Dryer
- Fireplace
- Heating
- Internet
- Iron & Board
- Linens Provided ...
- Living Room
- Parking
- Telephone
- Washing Machine
- Wireless Internet
- Coffee Maker
- Dishes & Utensils
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen
- Microwave
- Oven
- Pantry Items
- Refrigerator
- Hob
- Toaster
- Child's Highchair
- Dining
- Dining Area
- seating for 8 people
- 3 Bathrooms
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Bathroom 1 -
Bathroom 2 -
Bathroom 3 -
- 4 Bedrooms, Sleeps 8
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Bedroom 1 -
1 Extra Lg. Double Bed
,
Adjoining bathroom
Bedroom 2 - 2 Single Bed , Beds separate at headboard. Shared bathroom with bedroom #3.
Bedroom 4 - 2 Single Bed , 1 Sofa bed/Futon , Futon is recommended for young teen or child.
Bedroom 3 - 1 Single Bed , Shared bathroom with Bedroom #2
- Books ...
- DVD Player
- Games ...
- Satellite / Cable
- Television
- Toys
- Terrace
- Garden
- Barbecue
- autumn foliage
- bay
- churches
- festivals
- forests
- library
- marina
- museums
- playground
- restaurants
- winery tours
- antique hunting
- beachcombing
- bird watching
- eco tourism
- horse riding
- photography
- scenic drives
- sight seeing
- sledding
- walking
- ATM/bank
- fitness centre
- groceries
- massage therapist
- Basketball Court
- cycling
- fishing
- fly fishing
- freshwater fishing
- golf
- hiking
- jet skiing
- mountain biking
- rafting
- sailing
- ski
- snorkelling
- bay fishing
- swimming
- tennis
- water skiing
- water tubing
- wind-surfing
Reviews
Exceptional!
5/5 -
(24 traveller reviews)
great location, great house!
Well kept, very clean! The views are spectacular. Owners more than happy to work with you to make your stay comfortable. We'll be back for sure. The Bloch Family
A little bit of everything !
Six days of peace, quiet and tranquility.......with a touch of every kind of weather....started with a very cool north breeze, to a very grey Michigan day, to sunny blue skies like the picture of the bay, to even some humidity late in week with temps hitting 80 plus in May and to finish the stay the last eve....with a grand finale of a 5 plus hour lake thunderstorm overnight with lightening that would never stop....all with a priceless view from the home. It’s cozy, comfy and all you can ask for in a lakefront rental home. The only downside was the intense invasion of the “midges”.....as they were everywhere all day and night all week long.....and nothing deters them. Look forward to being able to return again for another dose of up north MI......thank you to all in the family for allowing others to share this wonderful experience !
Another grand week at Thistledown
We have been vacationing for over twenty years on the Leelanau, the last twelve of them at Thistledown. As usual, our 2018 trip was seven days of pure relaxation. The view out the front door-windows is magnificent, the local eateries cater to a number of tastes, from burgers at Art's Tavern to fine dining at Blu, the sand dunes are a mile away to the west, Traverse City is a twenty / twenty-five minute drive to the east. There are a number of local wineries to visit, our favorite is Verterra, located in Leland, a 15 minute drive up the coast.
Thistledown's owners continue to refresh the interior - this last year it was a major kitchen update; new 'fridge, new stove, granite countertops.
We have been delighted with our annual trips to Thistledown, we hope you are too.
Heaven
Best month yet! We had 3 blizzards in 3 weeks - total snow 30 inches. I am a "snow person" in spirit & it was breathtaking! First time in 20 + years that has happened. A +++ all the way around ❤️❤️ Stayed month of April.
Ab Fab
There's nothing like spending a week on the shores of the inland sea (aka, the Great Lakes). We are late autumn / early spring visitors, which means we aren't there for the swimming or biking or fires on the beach. We're there to unwind from our downstate responsibilities, to 'veg' in the comfort of the cushioned chairs in front of the sliding doors that face the Manitou Passage, to read books, watch the freighters, follow the birds (eagles, this time), sample the local wines and try out the restaurants, which range from rustic American to casual upscale.
Whether you're there to lean in or lean out, Thistledown is perfectly situated. It lies halfway between the village of Glen Arbor and the Sleeping Bear sand dunes to the west. It is a classic A frame home kept in excellent shape by the Rands. New additions this year include concrete steps down to the wooden walkway to be beach, and a ceiling fan to keep the air circulating on hot days. Whether you're hot weather people or cold, you can't go wrong at Thistledown.
Retirement
Yet another month at our 'little slice of heaven'. Absolute perfection !!
Location
Top Thing to do in City:
* Sit on the beach and soak in the sun.
* Shop the quaint one of a kind stores in Glen Arbor.
* Go to Cherry Republic and sample their yummies!.
* Walk and bike on the paved bike trail.
* Hike up Sleeping Bear Sand Dunes.
Top Thing to do in Budget:
* Sit on the beach and soak in the sun.
* Hunt for Petoskey stones on the beach.
* Have a beach fire and roast hot dogs and s'mores.
* Walk and bike on the paved trail.
* Hike up Sleeping Bear Sand Dunes.
Top Thing to do in Family:
* Climb the Sleeping Bear Sand Dunes.
* Walk or Bike on the paved trail.
* Go to the beach.
* Hunt for pretty rocks and Petoskeys.
* Walk to town and shop.
Do you enjoy spectacular views of an ever changing lake? Is it blue
or green today?
Do you enjoy relaxing on a private beach, soaking up the sun or
hunting for Petoskey stones?
Do you enjoy watching brilliant sunsets while toasting s'mores
and listening to the waves around the campfire?
Do you enjoy counting the stars and watching for Northern Lights in
the clearest night skies that you can imagine?
Do you enjoy hiking and biking the paved trails in the woods?
Do you enjoy climbing the Sleeping Bear Sand Dunes to take in the
view of Glen Lake and Lake Michigan? That's only 5 minutes away.
Do you enjoy kayaking and canoeing? Bring yours or rent one in Glen
Arbor and see the bay and the Crystal River from the water!
Do you enjoy fishing? Charter a fishing boat in Glen Arbor and
catch a salmon!
Do you enjoy golfing? Four 18 hole golf courses nearby.
Do you enjoy walking to town by road or beach to shop, get a cup of coffee, or eat an
ice cream cone?
If these sound appealing to you, you'll enjoy these magical moments
at Thistledown.
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Prices & Availability
Prices for this holiday house in Glen Arbor, Michigan
- Rental Basis:
- per property
- Owner accepts payment in:
- USD
| Rental Period | Minimum Price | Additional Nights | Weekend Night | Weekly | Monthly | Event Price | |||
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summer
16 Jun 2018 -
10 Aug 2018
7 night minimum stay
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£3,322
for 7 nights
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£3,322
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late summer
11 Aug 2018 -
31 Aug 2018
7 night minimum stay
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£3,241
for 7 nights
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£3,241
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early fall
1 Sep 2018 -
28 Sep 2018
3 night minimum stay
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£1,228
for 3 nights
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£2,671
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color season
29 Sep 2018 -
3 Nov 2018
3 night minimum stay
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£1,053
for 3 nights
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£2,263
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Additional pricing information
| cleaning fee | £115.24 |
| admin fee for cc | £30.73 |
| Refundable Damage Deposit | £192.07 |
November - May ---rates vary. Please call. One snow removal will be included in the fee, but more than that will be negotiated with the renter,
Summer rates are by the week only.
Off season has flexibility in dates and times. Please call to work out details.
Cleaning fees of $150 will be added for less than one week rentals.
Refundable damage deposit of $250 required for all rentals
Owner's Cancellation Policy
- 100% refund for cancellations more than 60 days before check-in date.
- Service Fee fully refunded on cancellations that qualify for 100% refund.
- Available
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