Sleeping Bear Stunner - private, gorgeous views

Welcome to Blue Kettle Cottage. Updated home on 4 acres of private land adjacent to 480 acres of Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore land. Close to Glen Arbor and Empire. Two generous bedrooms, one bathroom, outdoor shower, beautiful patio with couch and table and fire pit area. The Kettles Trail is your backyard and accessible all year long for hiking, snowshoeing and cross-country skiing. If you are bringing a dog, please read the pet rules and rates before booking. The space This darling home was built in 2018 and has been outfitted for a comfortable, worry free stay. Modern details like polished concrete floors blend seamlessly with natural wood finishes. The home includes two bedrooms, one full bathroom, large modern kitchen, living/dining space, washer/dryer and dishwasher. The outdoor spaces set this home apart and include an outdoor shower, large patio and fire pit overlooking 480 acres of Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore land. Enjoy a carefree stay with modern features such as radiant floor heating, an electronic keypad for easy entry, washer/dryer and dishwasher. Have an adventure-filled day outdoors in Leelanau County and come home to the comfort of a movie night on the smart TV, internet access*, cozy bedding and plenty of room to cook up a feast. The maximum number of guests is six, including children of any age. We want to be sure this is the perfect place for your solo, family, or friend adventure, so please let us know if you have any questions about the space, we are happy to help. The home is outfitted with high speed internet and Dish TV. The perfect retreat for any season! In the summer enjoy the proximity to the beautiful beaches of Lake Michigan and the bustling towns of Empire and Glen Arbor. You cannot beat the charm of Leelanau county in the fall with pumpkin patches and apple picking and sweeping views of the changing colors right out the back patio. Enjoy snowshoeing and cross country skiing in the winter and cozy up with a home cooked meal from the generously sized kitchen with brand new appliances and cookware. Spring is the perfect time for a hike on the Kettle Trail where you can enjoy the emerging wildflowers and also the many wineries and restaurants in the area without the crowds. This cottage has incredible privacy and access to hundreds of acres of land right out the back door, yet sits in close proximity to all that Leelanau, Benzie and Grand Traverse Counties have to offer. SECURITY DISCLOSURE We have two security cameras: One above the front door and one on the garage. Cameras are actively recording. We do not look at the footage from these cameras while we have guests unless an unusual amount of activity prompts us to do so. Noise monitor located inside on a wall in the living room. Guest access Guests have private and exclusive use of the home and 4 acres of property. You are welcome to enjoy public National Lakeshore Property that borders our land, but we ask that you respect the rules of the National Park when doing so. We have keyless entry and we will provide instructions on how to access the home. A welcome booklet inside the home will have all of the information you need and of course we are just a text or phone call away should you have any questions. We live nearby and love offering recommendations! There is a garage on the property as well. Depending on when your dates are, it may be available for your car and/or open as an additional hang out area, but it may also be locked. Please inquire about the garage for your selected dates. Other things to note Check out our other listings in Leelanau County and Antrim County. When requesting a reservation, please tell us a little bit about yourself/your group and the purpose of your trip. If you do not have any reviews through Airbnb, we will ask to connect for a brief phone call before confirming the reservation.