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🏡 Three Private Homes – Heron House, Sandpiper Cottage, and Mallard Cabin offer a combined 12 bedrooms, 5 full bathrooms, and 3 half bathrooms
🌊 Little Glen Lake Waterfront – 100 feet of sandy waterfront and a swimming area
🚣 Kayaks & Paddleboat – Complimentary for your group to enjoy
🚴 Steps from Sleeping Bear Heritage Trail – Direct access to 22 miles of paved biking and walking
🍽️ Four Fully Equipped Kitchens – Two in Heron House and one in each cottage
🔥 Indoor & Outdoor Gathering Spaces – Patios, balconies, grills, a fire pit, an outdoor shower, a screened porch, and multiple living areas
📶 Fast Wi-Fi & Smart TVs
🐾 Partial Pet-Friendly Accommodations – Dogs are permitted only in Sandpiper Cottage and Mallard Cabin (Pet fee applies); Heron House is pet-free

Hosted by Coastal Stay, welcome to Camp Haven Retreat—a unique group getaway for up to 26 guests, featuring three neighboring homes in the heart of Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. Together, Heron House, Sandpiper Cottage, and Mallard Cabin offer 12 bedrooms, 5 full bathrooms, 3 half bathrooms, four fully equipped kitchens, and several indoor and outdoor gathering spaces!

This setup is ideal for family reunions, multi-generational vacations, and groups who want to stay close while still enjoying the space and privacy of separate homes.

Heron House (5 bedrooms) and Sandpiper Cottage (4 bedrooms) sit along Little Glen Lake, while Mallard Cabin (3 bedrooms) is tucked among the trees in the second row. Your group can enjoy 100 feet of sandy waterfront, a swimming area, kayaks, and a paddleboat. The Sleeping Bear Heritage Trail is directly across the road, and Glen Arbor, Empire, beaches, hiking trails, wineries, restaurants, and shops are just a short drive away.

Please Note: Quiet hours begin at 10pm, and no unauthorized parties are allowed to ensure a peaceful neighborhood setting.

Separate homes: Your booking includes three neighboring, individually accessed homes. You will need to walk outdoors when moving between them.

Coming Spring 2027: An additional waterfront cabin is being renovated and will join Camp Haven, expanding the retreat to four homes with a total of 13 bedrooms, 6 full bathrooms, and 3 half bathrooms.

☆☆ THE THREE HOMES ☆☆
☆ HERON HOUSE | 5 Bedrooms • 3.5 Bathrooms • 3 Stories ☆

The largest home in the group features two fully equipped kitchens, several living areas, a spacious third-floor family room, a covered terrace, a private patio, two lake-facing balconies, a grill, outdoor dining, and an outdoor shower.

First Floor

• Bedroom 1: King bed with a private en-suite bathroom and walk-in shower
• Bedroom 2: Full bed
• Bedroom 3: Twin bunk beds
• Full bathroom, sitting area, and second kitchen

Second Floor

• Bedroom 4: Queen-over-queen bunk bed
• Bedroom 5: King bed
One full bathroom, one half bathroom, and the main kitchen, dining, and living areas

The third floor offers a large family room with couches, books, games, toys, and foam mattresses commonly used by children.

Heron House is strictly pet-free.

☆ SANDPIPER COTTAGE | 4 Bedrooms • 1.5 Bathrooms • 2 Stories ☆

This beachfront cottage features a fully equipped kitchen, first-floor living and dining areas, a Smart TV, books, games, and an upstairs sitting area with a game table. Outside, guests can enjoy a private patio, grill, fire pit, seating overlooking the lake, and an outdoor shower.

First Floor

• Bedroom 1: Full bed
• Half bathroom

Second Floor

• Bedroom 2: Full bed with a twin rollout
• Bedroom 3: Full bed
• Bedroom 4: King bed with lake views
• Full bathroom and small sitting/game area

☆ MALLARD CABIN | 3 Bedrooms • 1.5 Bathrooms • 2 Stories ☆

Set behind the lakefront homes, this cozy wooded cabin features a fully equipped kitchen, fireplace, Smart TV, screened-in porch, private patio, and grill.

First Floor

• Bedroom 1: Full futon in a private den
Additional full futon in the living room
• Half bathroom

Second Floor

• Bedroom 2: Queen bed with a mini-split air-conditioning unit
• Bedroom 3: Queen bed and twin daybed
• Full bathroom

☆☆ OUTDOOR EXPERIENCE ☆☆
Heron House and Sandpiper Cottage provide access to 100 feet of sandy Little Glen Lake waterfront, a swimming area, kayaks, and a paddleboat. Your group will also have several patios, lake-facing balconies, grills, outdoor seating and dining areas, a fire pit, outdoor showers, and a peaceful screened-in porch.

Mallard Cabin is located in the second row and is not waterfront. However, guests booking the combined Camp Haven property can enjoy the waterfront through Heron House and Sandpiper Cottage.

☆☆ FAMILY AMENITIES ☆☆
Fresh linens, pillows, blankets, and towels are provided. The homes also offer Pack ’n Plays, high chairs, books, board games, and toys for families traveling with children. Starter toiletries and household essentials are supplied for arrival. There is also a washer and dryer only in the two waterfront homes!

☆☆ PARKING ☆☆
Heron House & Sandpiper Cottage: Guests may park in the large gravel parking area behind the two waterfront homes. It can accommodate up to four vehicles. Please park thoughtfully and keep driveways and access paths clear.

Mallard Cabin: The cabin has its own spacious gravel parking area beside the home, with room for multiple vehicles.

☆☆ IMPORTANT TO KNOW ☆☆
• Pet policy: Dogs are permitted only inside Sandpiper Cottage and Mallard Cabin. Heron House (5 bedrooms) must remain completely pet-free. Pet fee is $400 per stay for up to 4 dogs (50 lbs max each). Please notify us in advance so we can prepare pet amenities. While we strive to minimize allergens, guests with sensitivities should be aware. Use provided sofa covers and designated towels for pets. Guests are responsible for any pet-related damage.

• Waterfront location: Heron House and Sandpiper Cottage are located along the lake. Mallard Cabin is a second-row home set back from the water and has partial lake views through the trees.

• Water safety: No lifeguard is present. Children must be supervised around the lake and while using the watercraft.

• Swimmer’s itch: Little Glen Lake may occasionally experience swimmer’s itch during the summer. Waterproof sunscreen before swimming and showering with soap afterward are recommended precautions.

• Older cabin features: Mallard Cabin has original character, including narrower stairs and doorways and limited soundproofing between floors.

☆☆Accidents Happen — We’ve Got You Covered☆☆
We understand that sometimes small accidents happen while traveling. That’s why your booking includes a $750 accidental damage waiver, built directly into your stay.

If something minor gets damaged during your visit, please let us know right away. We’ll take care of it so you can relax and enjoy your trip.

Please note: The waiver applies to accidental damage only and does not cover intentional damage, missing items, rule violations, or excessive mess.

P.S. Many of our guests end up falling in love with Traverse City and exploring ownership here. If that’s ever something you’re curious about, our team at Coastal Stay is always happy to share local insights.

We manage other properties in the area. Please inquiry with us if you are coming with a lager group

• Check-in/out: Early check-ins and late check-outs are available by request, subject to availability, and may incur an additional fee.

• Longer stays: Please be aware guest stays longer than 10-days will require mid-stay cleaning. Mid-stay cleaning fees are the same amount as the fee charged during booking. A weekly cleaning and linen/towel exchange is required for long-term guest stays, short-term guest stays may request a mid-stay cleaning for an extra fee.

• Cancellations: Please check the cancellation policy on your booking platform. Please note that even if you are eligible for a full refund and a free cancellation, a credit card processing fee will be deducted.

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