Thistledown on Lake Michigan in Glen Arbor

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 and a
bathroom. The home includes new flooring throughout and recently
remodeled bathrooms.
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.

* Fully equipped kitchen includes stove, oven, microwave, new
refrigerator, dishwasher, coffee maker, dishes, utensils and lots of
cookware.
*Gas grill available for Bar-B-Q meals at home on the patio.
*Wood burning fireplace (for those cool, cozy evenings!) Central
heating for those winter months.
*Patio with furniture where you can eat your lunch, and watch the
boats go by on the lake.
*Washer, dryer, cable TV, VCR, DVD player, and wireless high speed
Internet connection.
*Bed linens are included. Please bring your own towels.
*No smoking please.
*No pets please.

*Maximum of 8 people staying at our home at any one time

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
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 the trails in the woods?
Do you enjoy climbing the Sleeping Bear Sand Dunes to take in the
view of Glen Lake and Lake Michigan?
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 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.

June 20 - August 30, 2009 ---- $2700
August 22 - October 31, 2009 ---$1500
November 2009 - May 2010 ---rates vary. Please call.
Summer rates are by the week only.
Off season rates will vary and require a minimum of three nights.
Cleaning fees of $150 will be added for less than one week rentals.
A refundable damage deposit of $250 is required and returned upon
property inspection.
50% of the rental fee is due by February 1. The remainder is due
one month prior to first day of rental.
Cancellations will be accepted up to 60 days prior to first day of
occupancy with a full refund. Cancellation of 60 days or less prior
to first day of occupancy is subject to forfeiture of the deposit
unless renters can be found to fill the slot, in which case, a full
refund will be given.