Fernwood

2 Bedroom(s) | 1 Bathroom(s) | Sleeps 5

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Sit back under tall pines
Queen bed
Fire pit, gas grill, deck, outdoor chairs, private river frontage.
Private frontage on Crystal River
Fun on the river for the entire family!
have fun on the Crystal River
A short trip to Sleeping Bear National Lakeshore
Crystal River
WiFi, DVD player.
Home has Cable TV & Wifi
Open dining & kitchen area
Fully equipped, cooking basics, dishware & flatware, microwave, toaster, drip coffee maker, trash bags, paper towels.
Full bed
Full Bathroom.
Laundry room.

Sleeps 5

2 Bedrooms

Nestled in the heart of Glen Arbor, this charming cabin is the perfect retreat for a couple or a small group seeking both accommodation close to town and the natural beauty of plenty of trees and the Crystal River. It boasts private frontage on the Crystal River, just across from M-22, where the speed limit is 35 mph. The two-bedroom, one-bathroom home comfortably accommodates up to five guests, offering an ideal setting for a summer or fall getaway.

Outside, a spacious deck, convenient gas grill, and inviting fire pit beckon guests to relax and enjoy the serene surroundings. Exploring the nearby town of Glen Arbor reveals delightful shops, delectable dining options, and tempting ice cream parlors. For active guests, tennis courts are only a mile away, while the renowned Sleeping Bear Dunes Dune Climb is just a short four-mile drive. The area abounds with nature and wildlife, providing ample opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts.

Friendly, well-behaved dogs are more than welcome, with an additional nonrefundable cleaning fee. However, their humans are kindly asked to ensure that any outdoor messes are promptly tidied up.

-- THE PROPERTY --

Sleeps 4.

Bedroom 1: queen bed || Bedroom 2: full bed

OUTDOORS: Fire pit, gas grill, deck, outdoor chairs, private river frontage

INDOORS: WiFi, DVD player

KITCHEN: Fully equipped, cooking basics, dishware & flatware, microwave, toaster, drip coffee maker, trash bags, paper towels

GENERAL: Washer & dryer, iron & ironing board, towels & linens, toilet paper, bar soap, no A/C

MISC: river access across the road, located on a busy road

PARKING: 2 spaces

-- POLICIES --

- Pet allowed with a fee

- No smoking

- No events, parties, or large gatherings

- Must be at least 18 years old to book

- Additional fees and taxes may apply

Amenities

DVD Player

Television

Clothes Dryer

Heating

Internet

Iron & Board

Linens Provided

Living Room

Parking

Towels Provided

Washing Machine

Wifi

Free Wifi

Coffee Maker

Dishes & Utensils

Microwave

Oven

Pantry Items

Refrigerator

Stove

Toaster

bird watching

Village

Water View

Deck / Patio

spelunking

swimming

Private entrance

Smoke detectors

Carbon monoxide detector

Fire extinguisher

Emergency phone number: Police

Emergency phone number: Fire

Enhanced cleaning practices

Clean with disinfectant

No-contact check-in and check-out

High touch surfaces cleaned with disinfectant

Towels and bedding washed in water that's at least 60sC/140sF

SafeHome (VRMA & VRHP)

Linens & Towels

No Air Conditioning provided

Fans

Washer & Dryer

Iron

Ironing Board

Smoke Alarms

Carbon Monoxide Alarm

Full Kitchen

Utensils

Cookware

Coffee Maker

Refrigerator

Stove top: Electric

Oven

Microwave

Toaster

Internet (Wifi)

Television(s)

No Cable/Satellite Service

DVD Player

Fire Pit

Gas Grill

Deck

Near Beach

Near River

Sleeping Bear Dunes Area

Glen Lake Area

Beach Walking

Biking

Fishing/Fly Fishing

Hiking Trails

Miniature Golf

Playground/Park

Public Parks w/Swim Beach

Sight-Seeing

Swimming

Tennis Court

Interlochen Golf Course

Dunes Golf Course-Empire

Cherry Bowl Drive in Theatre

Sugarloaf the Old Course

Chestnut Hills Golf Course

Arcadia Bluffs Golf Course

Sleeping Bear Dunes

Heritage Trail

Little River Casino

Nearby Area Fitness Center

Nearby ATM

Nearby Bike Rentals

Nearby Coffee Shop

Nearby Farmers Market

Nearby FedEx

Nearby Golf Course

Nearby Grocery/Shopping Center

Nearby Internet Cafe

Nearby Medical Services

Nearby Post Office

Dog Walking Services

Art Gallery(s)

Museum(s)

Symphony Orchestra-TC

Wine Tour(s)

Sleeping Bear Dunes Nat.Lk.Shore

Cherry Festival

Bike rentals

Wine Festivals (summer& fall)

Wine Events

Tall Ship Cruises

Interlochen Center for the Arts

Great Lakes Equestrian-Acme

Brew Festival-Summer

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The Bay Theater-Suttons Bay

Good Harbor WInery-Lk Leelanau

Hop Lot Brewery-Suttons Bay

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Black Star Winery-Sutton Bay

Willow Winery-Suttons Bay

Ciccione WInery-Suttons Bay

M22 Challenge-Glen Arbor

Bayshore Marathon-TC Peninsula

Suttons Bay Ciders-Suttons Bay

Northport Dog Parade

Bel Lago Winery-Cedar

Chateau Fontaine-Lake Leelanau

Laurentide WInery-Lake Leelanau

Northern Latitudes Distillery-LL

Brengman Brothers-TC

Chateau de Leelanau-Suttons Bay

Good Neighbor Organic-Norhtport

Boathouse Vineyards-Lake Leelana

Guest Reviews of cozy cabin in glen arbor w/ crystal river frontage. wifi, fire pit, dog ok

Glen Arbor , MI

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4.68 out of 5 stars based on 77 user reviews

Bad Mattress

Review date: 2024-10-21

Review by Joe D.

The big drawback were the beds. Both very soft, even with mattress toppers. Difficult to get out of the bed and you end up in the middle while sleeping. For the heat each room has an electric heater with the control at the base board heater. The front bedroom heater is behind the bed and difficult to get to and without knob. Location is great, walking distance to the coffee shop. The kitchen is sufficient for small meals.
2 out of 5 stars

Manager Response:

Thank you for your thoughtful review. The beds are new within the last year - we are sorry to hear they did not suite your taste. We are pleased to know that you enjoyed the location.

Nice stay! Love Glen Arbor!

Review date: 2024-10-21

Review by

We had a nice short stay. All went well and it was nice to have the access to the river.
4 out of 5 stars

Manager Response:

So glad to hear that you had a nice stay. We hope you will return.

Great location!

Review date: 2024-10-01

Review by

Great location, cottage was a little dated but we weren’t too concerned with that for our short stay.That said, the beds seemed very soft and had a sinking middle. We tried both rooms but similar issues. Other than the poor sleep, we enjoyed being close to town, sitting outside and being on the river.
3 out of 5 stars

Manager Response:

Pleased to hear that you enjoyed this location - so close to all that the sweet town of Glen Arbor has to offer! The beds are new in the last few years. We inspected them - to make them firmer mattress toppers were recently added to both beds.

Fun at Fernwood

Review date: 2024-08-14

Review by

We enjoyed our stay at Fernwood. Great location near downtown Glen Arbor and the Crystal River. Comfortable cabin for 4 adults. Kitchen was tight, but had the basics for ability to make yummy hot breakfasts. Just set smoke alarm off once, placed a fan to make sure that didn’t happen again. Beds were very comfortable. Enjoyed the fire pit twice. Had deer and a Pileated woodpecker in the yard. Appreciated the washer and dryer. Communication from Visit Up North was fantastic and very thorough! Great cabin to use as a base while enjoying this beautiful area.
5 out of 5 stars

Manager Response:

So glad you enjoyed your stay and encounters with deer and woodpeckers. We hope you will return.

Great location, questions about management

Review date: 2024-08-04

Review by

This cabin is in a great location with easy access to Glen Arbor, Crystal River, Lake Michigan, Glen Lake and Sleeping Bear National Park.We were surprised to received additional pet policies, both 2 days before we arrived and again when we actually arrived. Had we received this information earlier, we would have both packed for our trip and planned our trip differently. I suggest property management disclose all policies as part of their rental agreement, or make clear that additional policies are non-binding suggestions/recommendations.
4 out of 5 stars

Manager Response:

Thank you ! We are pleased to know that you found this home to be a great location to nearby attractions. We apologize if we failed to explain our pet policy. Page three of the rental agreement was initialed as "no pet" but you did call and add the pet. Thank you. As standard policy an additional form was emailed 4 days later, and signed prior to your arrival - 9 months later.

Fernwoodj

Review date: 2024-06-04

Review by Timothy L.

This is our third stay at Fernwood. It is perfectly located and it has everything we need to be comfortable. I am already looking forward to my next visit.
5 out of 5 stars

Manager Response:

Thank you! We look forward to your return!

Cabin stay

Review date: 2023-11-28

Review by

The cabin was great , everything you needed . Was very close to road . But my dog is well behaved and it worked perfectly for us . We will be back !!
5 out of 5 stars

Manager Response:

We are so glad you enjoyed your stay!

Cozy Up North Cabomn

Review date: 2023-10-14

Review by Debra H.

This was our 11th year in this cute cabin. We always enjoy our stay here. While it is small it has everything we need and is walking distance to shops, restaurants, and the beach.
5 out of 5 stars

Manager Response:

Thank you! We are so pleased to know that you have found your place Up North!

What a great cabin to stay

Review date: 2023-10-01

Review by Jessica W.

It was located in the most perfect place - easy to get to everything - but on its own to find some peace.
5 out of 5 stars

Manager Response:

Peaceful and perfect. So glad you enjoyed.

Cabin on the edge of downtown Glen Arbor

Review date: 2023-07-06

Review by

Great location, very convenient to downtown GA. Off a busy road and gettyng to the beach meant walking on this busy road. Cabin had all the essentials including washer and dryer and was comfortable but could use a little TLC. Mattresses need to be replaced. Fire pit was a bonus.
5 out of 5 stars

Response date: 2023-07-06

Manager Response:

Thank you for reviewing this property. We appreciate your suggestions and will follow up !

Walk to town

Review date: 2023-07-02

Review by Michael M.

Perfect location for us and our wolfhound. Seamus loved laying on the porch and watching all the people walking and biking by on the road. It’s a quick 5 minute walk to town. Deer were in the yard most days. Lovely restful place.
5 out of 5 stars

Response date: 2023-07-04

Manager Response:

So glad you and your furry companion enjoyed this home and the location!

Nice and affordable place to stay

Review date: 2022-11-22

Review by Adam Z.

The house was as described. It was located in a convenient spot and was clean. It was a great place for my wife and I to stay. I would stay again.
5 out of 5 stars

Response date: 2022-11-22

Manager Response:

So glad you enjoyed ! We look forward to your return.

Cozy Cabin

Review date: 2022-11-18

Review by Bree T.

We had a wonderful weekend here. We traveled up with our 2 Doodles for a quick getaway. Very convenient location. The cabin was clean and the bed was super comfy.
5 out of 5 stars

Response date: 2022-11-21

Manager Response:

Nice to be able to travel with your furry friends. So glad you found the home convenient and comfy!

Great Location in Glen Arbor!

Review date: 2022-07-05

Review by

Overall, this was an excellent experience. Great location, which was everything for us. Had all of the essentials for a family vacation. Negatives noted below are more of a note to potential renters than complaints. We had two adults, a toddler and a 6 month old. Any more, and I don’t think the cabin would have been big enough. Beds were not great- way too soft. No air conditioner which didn’t affect us as the weather was beautiful. Exterior is very sandy so it was brought into cabin easily making it difficult to keep floors clean.
5 out of 5 stars

Response date: 2022-07-05

Manager Response:

We are so glad to know that you had an excellent experience at Fernwood! We appreciate you taking time to share your experience.

Frenwood

Review date: 2022-07-02

Review by Jennifer B.

Perfect location for people who want to be able to enjoy the amenities of downtown Glen Arbor. Close to a busy road for those who like a little bit more off the beaten path experience.
4 out of 5 stars

Response date: 2022-07-02

Manager Response:

We are pleased that you enjoyed your stay at the popular home!

Cozy, cute cabin in a great location

Review date: 2022-06-18

Review by Michelle M.

We had a wonderful stay at Fernwood. The cabin had all the amenities we needed to be comfortable, and we could walk into town to eat, shop, or take our son to the awesome playground nearby.
5 out of 5 stars

Response date: 2022-06-18

Manager Response:

Glad to know that you enjoyed!

great trip

Review date: 2021-11-23

Review by Christopher F.

Great stay, perfect location, staff was great great deal !!
5 out of 5 stars

Response date: 2021-11-23

Manager Response:

Thank you! We so appreciate your comments!

Cozy cabin for a week of hiking

Review date: 2021-11-06

Review by Diane S.

This is our second year staying here. The cabin provided everything we needed for the week. Centrally located in the Sleep Bear Dunes, it allowed easy axis to all the hiking trails. We also enjoyed the short 5 minute walk to Glen Arbor for dinner, wine tasting or a quick trip to the grocery store. Many evenings we walked to Lake Michigan to enjoy the incredible sunsets. Minimum Roku live tv, but Net Flix is provided.
4 out of 5 stars

Response date: 2021-11-06

Manager Response:

So glad you enjoyed your stay at this cozy cabin!

Nice little cabin

Review date: 2021-10-04

Review by

We had a very nice stay at Fernwood. Nice little cabin with very comfortable beds. We enjoyed being within walking distance from Glen Arbor. The Crystal River is not very accessible on the property. It is deep, mucky, and lots of downed trees. We were able to play in it down the street though. Lots of nice beaches nearby as well.
4 out of 5 stars

Response date: 2021-10-04

Manager Response:

We are so pleased to know that you found your stay both comfortable and convenient to Glen Arbor.

As described, cleanliness only negative

Review date: 2021-08-23

Review by

Great location. The pots and pans were very soiled, the area rug needs cleaning as well as the furniture. Also was kept up a night due to probable rodents in walls and ceiling.
4 out of 5 stars

Response date: 2021-08-23

Manager Response:

While we are plesed to know that you enjoyed the location of this home, we are saddened to hear of the other difficulties. We will take care of the pots and pans and the rugs . This is the first we have heard of a rodent problem during your stay. We alwys advise our guest to let us know of any issues. We would have contacted an animal control company.

Cozy Cabin

Review date: 2021-05-24

Review by Miriam V.

A beautiful cozy cabin that made you wish you could stay longer.
5 out of 5 stars

Response date: 2021-05-24

Manager Response:

Oh, wonderful ! We are so pleased to know that you enjoyed your stay at Fernwood!

Great place to stay!

Review date: 2020-10-22

Review by Diane S.

What an awesome week. Fern wood was perfect for our Covid escape. Upon arrival, we found the cottage Immaculate. Everything we needed was there. The close proximity to Glen Arbor, Sleeping Bear Dune trails, and the rest of the Leelanau area made for a perfect escape. The colors were spectacular this year. We will me back.
5 out of 5 stars

Response date: 2020-10-23

Manager Response:

Wonderful! Thank you for taking time to share your experience - we look forward to your return.

Great location for vacation

Review date: 2020-10-20

Review by Mary G.

Fernwood was a great spot for our August vacation. Walkable to everything in downtown Glen Arbor and an easy drive to all the great things in the area. The cottage is not fancy but had everything we needed. We were disappointed that the advertised canoe was not usable and there was no kayak.
4 out of 5 stars

Response date: 2020-10-23

Manager Response:

We are so pleaed that you found this home convenient to so many things in the area. We do apologize for the miscommunication on our part regarding the canoe and kayak - due to misuse, the owner decided to discontinue offering the canoe & kayak.

Cozy cabin

Review date: 2020-10-01

Review by

Generally good. The management company was a disappointment. The property listing stated there was a kayak, but no kayak was there. The canoe was adequate but had minor damage due to age. The unit is well maintained and clean. Beds were good. Kitchen equipment was a little spartan, but adequate. It was very nice to have a good refrigerator.
4 out of 5 stars

Response date: 2020-10-10

Manager Response:

Thank you for taking time to let us know. We do apologize for your disappointment. We try very hard to make sure our homes meet our guest expectations. The owner had made a decison to remove the kayaks due to misuse.

Perfect location!!!

Review date: 2020-07-14

Review by

This is our 4th time staying at Fernwood! We really love the location of the property, not to mention all the amenities of the rental. We stayed during the Covid pandemic, and I can assure you, Fernwood was VERY clean!!! I looked, trust me. But, I felt completely safe and “at home”. We will most likely stay there again, if you don’t buy a property first...lol
5 out of 5 stars

Response date: 2020-07-23

Manager Response:

You have found your ideal vacation spot! We are so glad it is with us! Thank you for taking time to let us know.

Very nice

Review date: 2019-11-05

Review by

Much more roomy than expected. Extra blankets. Very pretty veiws.
5 out of 5 stars

Response date: 2019-11-06

Manager Response:

So nice to know you enjoyed your stay! Do come visit again.

Fernwood Review - Color Time

Review date: 2019-10-30

Review by Kevin C.

We had a great time. The cottage met our expectations and we knew what we were getting. The location is perfect and the cost is in line with the rental.
5 out of 5 stars

Response date: 2019-10-30

Manager Response:

NIce to hear the cottage met your expectations. It is a great location in the lovely town of Glen Arbor.

Nice Cottage

Review date: 2019-06-26

Review by Thomas D.

Nice Cottage Great location had a good time there.
5 out of 5 stars

Response date: 2019-06-27

Manager Response:

So glad you enjoyed this cute cottage in the heart of Glen Arbor!

Close, comfy

Review date: 2019-06-08

Review by

Ferndale is close to many shops downtown, including Cherry Republic. The hiking areas are a short drive away. The cabin had very comfortable beds!
4 out of 5 stars

Response date: 2019-06-18

Manager Response:

Glen Arbor is the best! Thanks for staying at Fernwood and happy you enjoyed the new beds.

Perfect spot

Review date: 2019-05-22

Review by Margaret J.

Great location, clean, comfortable. Would stay there again without hesitation!
5 out of 5 stars

Response date: 2019-05-28

Manager Response:

So glad you enjoyed Fernwood! We look forward to your return.

AWonderful place to stay in Glen Arbor

Review date: 2019-05-19

Review by Debra H.

This is our seventh year staying at Fernwood and is always we had a great time. The cabin is perfect for two and could easily accommodate two more. The only complaint we have as in the past is the lack of screens in the windows in the back bedroom. In a cabin with no AC it will be nice to be able to open all the windows to get a Crossbreeze. Other than that we have absolutely no complaints with Fernwood.
5 out of 5 stars

Response date: 2019-05-20

Manager Response:

The screens should be done soon. We have been waiting for them to be made for months.

Cozy Fernwood

Review date: 2019-05-11

Review by Catherine G.

We had a wonderful stay at Fernwood cabin! It was a great combination of rustic yet comfortable, very clean and in a fantastic location in Glen Arbor near all the hiking trails in the National Lakeshore. We also enjoyed the fire pit. It's wonderful that we can also bring our dogs. Thanks- we'll be back!
5 out of 5 stars

Response date: 2019-05-21

Manager Response:

We look forward to your return. Always fun when you can bring the whole family !

Cute home away from home.

Review date: 2018-10-16

Review by

This was out third year staying at the Fernwood. It is a cute little place to hide from the real world and use as a base camp for your hiking adventures. Our puppies are very thankful to be able to vacation with the family as well.
5 out of 5 stars

Response date: 2018-10-26

Manager Response:

We hope you and your dogs can return for your 4th visit soon.

Off the beaten path but walkable to everything in town.

Review date: 2018-08-28

Review by Stephanie C.

This location was perfect. Wish it had a dishwasher. It could use some updating. I'd just bring paper plates next time. Also the grocery store in town is just as expensive as going out to eat so bring food if you plan on eating in.
4 out of 5 stars

Weekend get away at Fernwood

Review date: 2018-06-27

Review by Andrea R.

Cozy little cabin walking distance to town. It was just enough room for us two couples and our two Boston Terriers. Nice to be able to bring your furry friends. We all had a great time in Glen Arbor.
5 out of 5 stars

Response date: 2018-07-05

Manager Response:

We are so happy you enjoyed Fernwood. Glen Arbor is ready for your next vacation soon!

Still Great!

Review date: 2017-11-08

Review by

This was our third year staying at fernwood. As always, it was perfect. Its the perfect size for a couples vacation and very clean. I like the new bedroom door too.
5 out of 5 stars

Response date: 2017-11-16

Manager Response:

We love our repeat guests! We love the new door too.

My stay

Review date: 2017-11-07

Review by Andrew T.

I had a wonderful time
5 out of 5 stars

Response date: 2017-11-22

Manager Response:

Wonderful!

Home away from home

Review date: 2017-10-21

Review by

Unseasonal like weather kept us outside, but had a cozy, clean home to return to each night. Perfect location for shopping, and hiking any portion of the lakeshore.
5 out of 5 stars

Response date: 2017-12-11

Manager Response:

We are happy that you enjoyed Fernwood so much.

2nd Stay - We'll be Back!

Review date: 2017-10-17

Review by Meghan W.

We love this place! SO close to town, everything you need. This was our 2nd stay here. It's not fancy, but it's perfect for an up north weekend. We love having the personal fire pit. TV and cable nice for the rainy days and quiet nights. Also, loved that this location is pet friendly. We were able to bring our dog this time and he loved it too! We're already planning our trip for next year!
5 out of 5 stars

Response date: 2017-10-17

Manager Response:

We look forward to having you for your 3rd stay at Fernwood!

October stay at fernwood

Review date: 2017-10-07

Review by

Loved morning coffee in the swing by crystal river. Very efficient cottage. Couldn’t get gas grill on.
5 out of 5 stars

Response date: 2017-10-09

Manager Response:

So happy you enjoyed your stay. Will investigate the grill.

Locations,

Review date: 2017-09-27

Review by Richard S.

We really liked our stay in the Fernwood cottage. It was cute and clean and very close to everything we wanted to do for our vacation in Glenn Arbor. We could walk into town to restaurants, grocery, and shopping. We easily hopped on our bikes to the Sleeping Bear Heritage trail. The trail runs from Empire to Leland. There is a kayak available, and a place across the street that will take you up river and drop you off, then you can lazily kayak right back to the cottage. The Sleeping Bear Dune National Park and many beaches are a short drive away. The Fernwood has two cheerfully painted bedrooms with cute quilts. An open floor plan w/small kitchen, a eating area and living room w/cable TV, Laundry room which we ended up needing, and a small but clean bathroom. For my wife and I plus our senior pup it was perfect. Good size deck, gas grill and fire pit which we used nightly. We would like to stay here again in the future.
5 out of 5 stars

Response date: 2018-01-07

Manager Response:

We are thrilled that you loved your time up here in our wonderful area and hope to see you back again soon!

great experience

Review date: 2017-09-11

Review by Jessica K.

I think this house is a good value. Any more than two people would be cramp, but that is being a little high maintenance. If you have a family of four (2 smaller children), then this house would be perfect. Especially if you've been wanting to experience sleeping bear dunes and have found all other lodging to be too expensive. This rental also includes kayaks, which I read after we rented two. :) That's a good value bc kayaking the crystal river is a must. also, this rental is in walking distance to town and the beach. I loved how I felt like a local for a little bit. This was my second time staying here. Would stay here again.
5 out of 5 stars

Response date: 2018-01-07

Manager Response:

We are thrilled you came back for a second time and hope it will be just 2 of many trips to our lovely Fernwood!

Nice place

Review date: 2017-09-04

Review by Michael C.

Need screens in windows or air conditioner
4 out of 5 stars

Response date: 2017-09-05

Manager Response:

Thank you for the suggestion.

Basic up north cabin, as described

Review date: 2017-08-30

Review by

Great location. Relaxing. No surprises
4 out of 5 stars

Response date: 2018-01-07

Manager Response:

We are so happy you had a good time and were able to relax! Hope to see you again soon!

Delightful short getaway

Review date: 2017-05-25

Review by

We had just four nights at the cabin but wished we could have stayed longer. It was a great location--at the edge of the Glen Arbor "main street" so we could walk to the grocery store or to restaurants and bars. An easy drive over to Sleeping Bear Dunes for hiking and sightseeing. We used the grill one night which worked great, but we didn't get around to trying the fire pit. We took a day trip to Traverse City too. It was too cold to use the canoe while we were there, so we'll have to plan a return trip!
5 out of 5 stars

Response date: 2018-01-07

Manager Response:

The canoe will be waiting for you and hope you come and enjoy yourself again soon!

Weekend get away

Review date: 2017-05-23

Review by

Cabin was small but worked well for our group of 3 adults 2 children and a dog. Patio was a great area for the kids to play and the dog to be outside. Kitchen had all of the supplies that we needed. Cabin was very clean and area was quiet except for an occasional car on the road. the Beds were small and could use a pillow top cover to help with the hardness. Enjoyed walking downtown and shopping.
5 out of 5 stars

Response date: 2018-01-07

Manager Response:

We are so happy you had a great time and we will pass on the suggestions to the owner! Hope to see you again soon!

A little adventure

Review date: 2016-11-29

Review by

This was our second stay in a month. We loved the first time around we quickly came back. Actually it was a vacation redo because I was sick. But would not have gone anywhere else. This little escape is very clean and cozy, close enough to everything. After a long day of playing and hiking it was great to come "home" and relax. Our four legged family member also thank you for the hospitality. We look forward to next season.
5 out of 5 stars

Response date: 2016-11-29

Manager Response:

Thank you for returning to Fernwood. We are pleased you enjoy this cozy little cabin and we welcome you and your dog to many more visits in the future!

Great Stay - Close to Downtown

Review date: 2016-11-21

Review by Meghan W.

We had a great fall experience. We love Glen Arbor and this was a great prime location. Would definitely rent and stay again.
5 out of 5 stars

Response date: 2017-03-10

Manager Response:

We are thrilled you had a great stay! Come back and see us again soon.

Great location

Review date: 2016-11-08

Review by

The cabin was clean and exactly as described. It was perfect for the fall weekend we had planned but would be very busy in the peak season. It is on M22 which is great but very close to the road. Loved it though.
5 out of 5 stars

Response date: 2016-11-29

Manager Response:

Can't beat a cozy cabin for a fall weekend. Please come again.

Great again!

Review date: 2016-11-03

Review by

Our stay was great again for our second year in a row. The location is perfect on the edge of town for convenience and yet just secluded enough. Last year we did notice a dvd player and planned ahead by bringing movies for any rainy days or nights. We were a bit disappointed the player was absent even after we checked online to confirm they still had one and it said the rental did. This was a small upset that did not ruin our vacation in any way. The place was clean and provided us with all we needed for a relaxing vacation. I hope to make a third trip to the same location next year!
5 out of 5 stars

Response date: 2016-11-29

Manager Response:

We are pleased when our guests come again and again. Thank you. There is a dvd player and sorry you missed it. It is built into the TV. Feel free to contact us if something is not right when you are staying with us. We could have advised you on this matter. We look forward to your next visit. Don't forget the movies!

Successful Adventure

Review date: 2016-10-18

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Once we got used to the finding of how close the property is to hwy 22, we began to relax. That was a bit of a suprise. The rental was very clean and cosy. The temps got chilly at night but the heaters worked great. The convenience of its location to downtown, the lake shore and Sleeping Bear Dunes was perfect. Highly, highly recommend staying here and already planning our next adventure at the Fernwood. Oh, and can't wait to eat st Mary's Tavern again. Yummm....
5 out of 5 stars

Response date: 2016-10-19

Manager Response:

Thank you for staying with us and we are so pleased you enjoyed yourself. We will look forward to your next visit.

Weekend getaway

Review date: 2016-10-04

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We were delighted with the location. The cottage was very clean. There is only one door with a bedroom so this was a bit awkward with two couples. Staff was polite but never responded. Great as a single family getaway!
4 out of 5 stars

Response date: 2017-03-10

Manager Response:

I am so sorry that my staff didn't respond that is not a normal thing for our office. I hope that you will stay again and maybe find something more to your liking

Great stay at Fernwood

Review date: 2016-10-02

Review by Debra H.

We have stayed at Fernwood every year since 2012. We absolutely love this cabin and we'll definitely return again. It is perfect for two people. We love the grill and outdid firepit. The appliances all work well and we really appreciate the wi-fi. It is walking distance to the shops and restaurants and, most importantly, the lake! Our favorite is Arts Tavern and the Foothills for breakfast. We really enjoy touring all of the wineries in the peninsula. The only complaint we continue to have is the lack of screens in the back bedroom. And the Windows don't even open. In a cabin such as this with no air conditioning we think it is very important to have Windows that open so there can be a breeze in the cabin. Other than that we have no complaints at all. We would recommend this cabin. And the Visit Up North folks are great v
5 out of 5 stars

Response date: 2016-10-04

Manager Response:

We appreciate that you enjoy Fern wood so much and keep coming back. We will have screens for 2017!

Comfortable and cozy home. Great for a small family

Review date: 2016-08-21

Review by Katie S.

The house is cozy and well maintained. It was closer to the busy road than we expected, but there is a large area outside where our children (aged 9, 8, and 2) played that is a safe distance away from M22. Access to the river is across the street, which was a bummer but it was still easy to get to and we enjoyed the proximity to it. The house provided a canoe, kayak and life jackets. The house was clean and easy to relax in. Love the location, it's very close to town and we walked there most times. There was ample supplies provided (soaps, propane, kitchen accesories, linens/towels etc) and a lot of what we brought from home we didn't use. Our kids LOVED it. They kept asking if we could live there all the time. We would recommend to anyone and we would go back.
5 out of 5 stars

Family vacation

Review date: 2016-06-20

Review by Thomas D.

Stayed here 2 years in a row.We love the house and it's location.We will be back.
5 out of 5 stars

Response date: 2016-06-21

Manager Response:

We are so glad you have been able to enjoy Fernwood for the last two years sounds like a tradition in the making!

Great location

Review date: 2016-06-01

Review by

Very nice cabin close to everything.
5 out of 5 stars

Response date: 2016-06-01

Manager Response:

We are so glad you enjoyed the cottage hope to see you back soon!

Good time up north

Review date: 2016-05-18

Review by Adam K.

Very easy to find the location and enter. The house is a great size for a couple or small family. Applicances all worked well. House was a little stuffy, but very easy to air out. Location is perfect for access to out door adventures. Everything you need for your stay is within walking distance. The provided canoe seats 3 easily and is in very good shape.
4 out of 5 stars

Response date: 2016-05-20

Manager Response:

We are glad you enjoyed your stay, although very sorry that the house seemed stuffy. We love the location of Fernwood so close to everything!

Great Autumn Retreat

Review date: 2015-11-09

Review by

Quiet, cute, perfect and cozy cabin in Glen Arbor. I know we'll come back to this charming place again.
5 out of 5 stars

Response date: 2015-11-12

Manager Response:

We are pleased you enjoyed your stay at Fernwood. We look forward to your next visit.

Cute Little Place!

Review date: 2015-10-22

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Our stay was mid-Oct.. The river is across the street & apparently they had one heck of a storm in Aug. of this year. Trees were down in the river at our location so fishing really wasn't an option there. Enjoyed our drive around the area to sightsee & meals in town. House was clean upon arrival & no complaints at all!
5 out of 5 stars

Response date: 2015-11-24

Manager Response:

We will have the river front cleaned up by the spring as we continue to clean up in Glen Arbor. Thank you for staying with us.

A great stay in Glen Arbor

Review date: 2015-10-01

Review by Debra H.

We stay at Frenwood every year and always enjoy the experience. The storm damage was visible around town and also at our cabin. We miss the big tree at the road that provided great shade! We would absolutely recommend this cabin to others.Two small areas of concern: the dimmer switch for the light over the dining table doesn't work. The light comes on but does not dim. The light is very bright for activities at the table other than eating. The bathroom could use a night light, it is very dark at night in Glen Arbor and it is hard to find the bathroom from the back bedroom.We do note that the screens in the back bedroom are missing. We assume this is due to damage from the recent heavy storms and are certainly understanding of the time and effort it takes to replace such things. We do feel strongly that screens are needed on those windows since the cabin does not have air conditioning and open windows are critical for cross ventilation in the cabin.
5 out of 5 stars

Response date: 2015-10-01

Manager Response:

We love our repeat guests! We will attend to the dimmer and add nightlights. Hmmm on the screens. They are new and wonder where they went. Will locate. See you next year.

Awesome

Review date: 2015-09-24

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Our stay was perfect! Very small, clean, cozy place for the two of us to get away and enjoy time away from the daily life. We very much enjoyed the location... Not too secluded but enough to be in peace. We look forward to a return visit!
5 out of 5 stars

Response date: 2015-10-02

Manager Response:

We look forward to your next visit.

Quick Weekend Up North

Review date: 2015-09-14

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We rented Fernwood for a long weekend in September. The location was very close to town, about a 5 min walk to Leelanau Coffee. The house was close to the road, with a good amount of traffic driving by all day. This was not a problem for us but a family with small kids might feel otherwise. There were some serious storms in the area a few weeks prior to our arrival and the rental company called and told us there would be crews out cleaning up the property while we were there. The house is small but clean, it was just 2 of us so the size was fine but I think it would become crowded very quickly with more than 2 adults. The house came with a canoe on the river which we did not use but it was a nice extra. The listing stated no AC which I must have overlooked. Even with the windows open and the provided fans on, it was hot!
4 out of 5 stars

Response date: 2015-09-14

Manager Response:

Thank you so much for staying at Fernwood. This property has never had air conditioning. We will supply additional fans for the future. We want our guests to be comfortable for sure!

nice rental

Review date: 2015-06-29

Review by Thomas D.

We will be back next year
5 out of 5 stars

Response date: 2016-01-22

Manager Response:

Terrific!

Great location and clean cottage

Review date: 2015-06-17

Review by

Perfect location - close to everything. Great customer service. Everything we needed for a long weekend was supplied.
5 out of 5 stars

Response date: 2016-01-22

Manager Response:

We are so pleased you had a great time.

very pleasant

Review date: 2014-11-19

Review by

excellent. Clean and cozy.
5 out of 5 stars

Response date: 2014-11-20

Manager Response:

We are pleased you had a good stay at this location. Please come again.

Perfectly Located

Review date: 2014-10-28

Review by

We were looking for something within walking distance of downtown Glen Arbor and we found it with Fernwood. The cabin is in a great spot! We enjoyed having a canoe across the road to paddled along the Crystal River, it was beautiful! It would be hard to find a rental this budget-friendly and this close to town.We will be renting this cabin again next year.
4 out of 5 stars

Response date: 2014-12-02

Manager Response:

Thank you for staying with us and please come again.

up north stay

Review date: 2014-10-24

Review by Emil P.

We had a nice time at fernwood . the cottage was comfortable the beds were very compfy. The living room furniture could use some updates but everything else was fine. Loved the location.
4 out of 5 stars

Response date: 2014-12-02

Manager Response:

We will pass along to our owner the need for furniture updates. They do some updates every year so down the line the furniture will be changed. Thank you for staying at Fernwood.

The Fernwood

Review date: 2014-10-14

Review by Ellen K.

We really enjoyed our time there. We used the firepit every day. The place was clean and pretty well stocked. The only thing we didn't have was a sharp knife and a frying pan.
5 out of 5 stars

Response date: 2014-10-14

Manager Response:

We will make sure a new fry pan and sharp knives are added. Thank you for staying with us!

Getaway with kids

Review date: 2014-07-18

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Had a great getaway. Close to town and all activities Glen Arbor has to offer.
5 out of 5 stars

Great time in Glen Arobr

Review date: 2014-07-06

Review by Debra H.

We had a great time at Fernwood in Glen Arbor. We really appreciate the upgrades this year, particularly the flat screen! And having Wi-Fi in the cabin is also a bonus. The cabin is close to all of fun in Glen Arbor and Lake Michigan and a beautiful drive to such other places as Leland, Suttons Bay and the Old Mission Peninsula. We will definitely return to Fernwood again next year.
5 out of 5 stars

Great stay at Fernwood

Review date: 2013-09-30

Review by Debra H.

We had a great vacation in Glen Arbor, staying at Fernwood. The location is very convienent to all the great things to do in GA. The traffic didn't even bother us. The Hubs would like the canon to have a flat screen TV. I'm just happy to have with-fi. Water pressure could have been a bit better, other than that we have no complaints. We plan to rent Fernwood again next year. It's the perfect size for two.
5 out of 5 stars

Response date: 2013-09-30

Manager Response:

Next year you will have a flat panel TV and also a TV in the bedroom. We are working on some nice updates that will make your next visit even better.

small nice cabin close to town

Review date: 2013-09-10

Review by Jessica K.

this was perfect for our first visit to glen arbor. it was just me and my mom, so we both had our own bedrooms (which is a must)! this is a cabin on main road. there was some road noise, but we expected that and it calms down at night. the cabin is smaller and more rustic, which we expected that as well. the price was right. the cabin was in walking distance to everything. i'm a running and biking, so in the mornings, i could go right out the front door and start my workout.
5 out of 5 stars

Happy Campers

Review date: 2013-09-06

Review by Julie B.

This trip to Glen Arbor was seamless. The weather cooperated and the cabin we rented was perfect and close to everything. We had a great anniversary weekend!!
5 out of 5 stars

Response date: 2013-09-06

Manager Response:

Happy Anniversary! Please celebrate with us next year.

Queen mattress little saggy in middle. Glad I could bring my dog

Review date: 2013-08-05

Review by

Excellent location. Thank you for accommodating a dog. Enjoyed my stay with so much to do in the area. Sleeping bear dune hikes kept us busy
4 out of 5 stars

Response date: 2013-08-05

Manager Response:

Thank you! We are replacing the queen mattress.

Nice, but had a couple of issues.

Review date: 2013-07-26

Review by

Closer to the road than we thought. There was no propane in the gas grill and we didn't think we should have to pay for a full tank to grill once. The outside needed a little maintenance, inside was clean and nice, but nowhere to put food - need some shelving added. It was nice, but we have stayed in nicer in Glen Arbor for the same price.
4 out of 5 stars

Response date: 2013-07-28

Manager Response:

We will address these isssues to make future stays better.

great location!

Review date: 2013-06-03

Review by

Location was amazing! Rental company worked with us in troubleshooting a smell from the well. We were the first renters of the season and the well sitting unused apparently can create a strong odor. it was just one day and they were very, very helpful and responsive to our concerns of an ongoing odor. after running the water for the 45 minutes the odor was gone and did not return. The rental company also did a follow-up call the next morning to make sure all was OK with the property. Quaint cottage and even though it was on the main road (M22) through town, the traffic was not very noticeable once in the cabin. Great place to stay if you have pets or want to be close to town.
4 out of 5 stars

Great time in Glen Arbor

Review date: 2012-09-23

Review by Debra H.

We had a fantastic stay at Fernwood. It was a perfect location and just the right size for two. We will definitely stay here again.
5 out of 5 stars

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