Rentals Under $1800
Whether you choose to stay in a Homestead condo or one of our many cottages and homes in Leelanau County, all of the below rent for $1800 or less a week during the busy summer months! Some have a lower rate because they are smaller, and some have a lower rate because they are just a little ways out of Glen Arbor. Check out their fall, winter and Christmas rates if you’re looking for an especially economical “off-season” visit!
Seasonal Rates:
*Peak summer rentals are weekly, and turnover days are designated in the property’s description. From time to time, certain condominiums in The Homestead may rent for less than a week in the summer (please inquire!).Fall, winter, and spring seasons have two night minimums, and holidays have three night minimums (with exception given to our “distance” properties, which always have three night minimums). There are also certain seasons, such as early spring, and very late summer, when we rent for full weeks in homes and cottages, and three night minimums in condominiums. However, with any season, we often have “last minute” flexibility and run special rates and deals!*
Please feel free to inquire with any questions regarding seasons and rate rules.
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 Located in downtown Glen Arbor, just a two block walk to Lake Michigan. Two bedrooms/One bathroom. Accommodates 6. Queen in first bedroom; Queen in second bedroom; Queen sleeper sofa in living room. Shower, but no tub in bathroom. Wireless and High Speed Internet; TV/Cable. Full Kitchen. Washer/Dryer. Air Conditioning. Linens and Towels provided. Patio; Patio Furniture; Gas grill. Nonsmoking. Directly across from town park. Walk to all town has to offer. Just steps from restaurants, shops, bars, ice cream, galleries, and Lake Michigan! Fully renovated and updated in 2017! Newly refinished floors, new paint, brand new bathroom, renovated kitchen, new mattresses and all new furnishings. This property can accommodate a maximum of 3 cars. Summer rentals are Friday to Friday. Customer Reviews
“Loved this place! Bathroom was very nice! Great remodel.” -Dave D., 06/15-06/17/2018
“Perfect location! Cottage was reasonably priced. I would absolutely recommend Leelanau Vacation Rentals to a friend.” -Ellie D., 05/10-05/15/2018
“Beautiful and quaint cottage within walking distance of restaurants. Staff was helpful whenever we called and email correspondence with instructions were very detailed and helpful also.” -Jackie H.,04/12/2019 Customer Reviews
“The quaint cottage fit everything (we needed). We enjoyed the intimacy of the property. When we got in, it was actually quite awesome that we only had to go across the street!” -Aaron C., 08/23/2019
“Lovely property. Perfect for our stay. The staff were great and communicated well. Would absolutely recommend.” -Brenda E., 11/15/2019
“I am always satisfied with the quality of the rentals. It looks apparent that housekeeping is done and everything looks great!” -Cynthia L., 10/18/2019
“Loved this small house. Location was perfect for us!” -Jack C., 7/10-7/17/2020
 
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 Located in Empire at the base of the Sleeping Bear Dunes, near Little Glen Lake public access. Studio with one bathroom (shower only, no tub). Accommodates 2. Full murphy bed. TV/DVD; Wireless and High Speed Internet; No Telephone. Galley kitchen (refrigerator/small freezer area; sink, coffee maker, toaster). No stove. Original hardwood flooring. Dining table for two. Linens and towels provided. Heat and Air Conditioning. Outside area has a gas grill; picnic table; fire pit. Not only does this sit at the base of the Sleeping Bear Dunes for hiking, but also sits right next to the Heritage Trail for biking, walking, and running. This caboose does sit on the wooded private property of another home, but still maintains privacy. What a unique experience! This property can accommodate a maximum of 1 car. Customer Reviews
“We loved it! This will be a trip we will always remember because of this rental. The staff at LVR were great!” -Tanya, 06/23/2018
“This was such a unique and wonderful spot to stay! We will be back!!.” -Eva W., 05/25-05/28/2018
“Great time in a beautiful location. The Caboose is a fun place to stay. Sat in the cupola and watched a rain storm one evening. -Steuart W. 6/6/2019
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 On the Crystal River with Lake Michigan frontage. Lower level unit. One bedroom/One bath. Accommodates 4. King bed in master bedroom; Queen sofa bed in living room. Fireplace;Wireless and high speed internet. Linens and towels provided. Nonsmoking. Community beach fire pit available. Common area for grilling available. Lake and river views. No land phone line. No Beach Club privileges. Summer rentals are Saturday to Saturday.
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 Crystal Beach 14: On the Crystal River with Lake Michigan frontage. Upper level unit. One bedroom; One bathroom. Accommodates 4. Queen bed in master bedroom; Queen sofa bed in the living room. Fireplace; TV; Wireless and high speed internet. Linens and towels provided. Nonsmoking. Community beach fire pit and community gas grill available. Lake and river view. No beach Club privileges. Summer rentals are Saturday to Saturday.
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 On the Crystal River with Lake Michigan frontage. Upper level unit. One bedroom/One bath. Accommodates 4. Queen bed in bedroom; Queen sofa bed in living room. Fireplace;Wireless and high speed internet; TV/DVD; Washer/Dryer; Ceiling fan. Linens and towels provided. Nonsmoking. Community beach fire pit available. Common area for grilling available. Lake and river views. No Beach Club privileges. Summer rentals are Saturday to Saturday.
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 Located in downtown Empire, walkable to restaurants and the beach (about a 1/2 mile- 3/4 mile walk). One bedroom/One bathroom (shower only, no tub). Accommodates 4. Queen bed in bedroom; Queen sofa bed in living room. TV/DVD; Wireless and High Speed Internet; No telephone; Hardwood flooring throughout. No smoking. No pets. Washer/Dryer. Linens and towels provided. Patio; Patio table and chairs; Gas grill Fire pit; large yard. All new furniture, paint, and flooring in 2017. This property can accommodate a maximum of 2 cars. Summer rentals are Friday to Friday. Customer Reviews
“Cute, clean, well-equipped cottage. Nicely decorated and comfortable.” -Lillian T., 08/23-08/29/2019 Customer Reviews
“I would absolutely recommend this property to a friend. We did have some trouble with the TV, but we contacted LVR and they were able to get it working right away. The staff at LVR are always very professional and helpful!” -Debbie T., 11/03-11/06/2017
“Place was great. Everything was in good shape. Location perfect.” -Dave S., 9/13-9/21/2020
“It’s very clean, well-equipped and nicely decorated.” -Lisa P., 8/7-8/21/2020
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 Great Lakes 5. On the Crystal River with Lake Michigan frontage. Lower level unit. One bedroom; One bathroom. Accommodates 4. Queen bed in bedroom; Queen sofa bed in living room. Wood fireplace. High Speed and Wireless Internet. TV/Cable. Shared coin washer/dryer available in the condo building. Linens and towels provided. Nonsmoking. River view. Walk right out to the grassy area in front of the condo, and hop the footbridge to the beach, approximately 50 feet away for days playing in the lake or enjoying gorgeous sunsets! Deck furniture. No Beach Club privileges. Summer rentals are Saturday to Saturday.
“Wonderful location, close to everything the area has to offer. We loved everything, had everything we needed.” -Lorrie S., 6/21-6/24/20
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 Located in Empire, approximately one mile from Lake Michigan beach. Three bedrooms/Two and one half baths. Accommodates 6. Queen bed in master bedroom; Full bed in second bedroom; Two twin beds in third bedroom. Air conditioning; TV/ DVD; Wireless and high speed internet; Washer/Dryer. Linens and towels provided. Nonsmoking. Charcoal grill. Walking distance to downtown Empire, restaurants, shops and the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore Visitors Center. Summer rentals are Friday to Friday.
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 Hillside with partial lake view, located on one of the resort’s ski hills. Ski in/ski out. Upper level unit. One bedroom/Two Bathrooms (the bedroom is in a lofted area open to below). Accommodates 4. Queen bed in bedroom; Queen sleeper sofa in living room. Wood burning fireplace. TV/Cable. Wireless and High Speed Internet. Keurig and drip coffee maker. Linens and towels provided. Nonsmoking. No Beach Club privileges. Summer rentals are Saturday – Saturday.
“This is a perfect condo for us. It was very clean and comfortable. It had everything we needed.” -Loraine C., 9/15-9/19, 2020
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 Hillside with Lake View. Upper level; End unit. One bedroom/Two bathrooms. Accommodates 4. Queen bed in first bedroom; Queen sleeper sofa in living room. Wood fireplace. TV/DVD, Wireless and High Speed Internet. Linens and towels provided. Nonsmoking. Just a short walk to the ski hills. No Beach Club privileges. Summer rentals are Saturday to Saturday.
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 East shore of East Grand Traverse Bay, located approximately ten miles north of Traverse City and 5 miles south of Elk Rapids. Studio/One bath, shower only. Accommodates 4. Two twin beds and Queen sofa bed in living room (one large room). Gas fireplace, TV/DVD. Linens and towels provided. Nonsmoking. NO LAND LINE. NO CABLE. Patio; Patio furniture; Fire pit. Private/shared 253 feet of lake frontage with views of Old Mission Peninsula. Next to Kay Ray Cottage. This property can accommodate a maximum of 1 car. Summer rentals are Saturday to Saturday. *THIS PROPERTY ONLY RENTS BY THE WEEK IN THE SUMMER, AND FOR A THREE NIGHT MINIMUM IN ALL OTHER SEASONS.* Customer Reviews
“This is our second time staying at Kay Cabin and everything was wonderful. Being by the lake during these beautiful days was everything we expected.” -Ann N., 07/6-07/13/19
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 Lake Michigan view. Upper level end unit. Two bedrooms/Two baths. Accommodates 6. Queen bed in master bedroom; King bed in second bedroom; Queen sofa bed in living room. Two fireplaces; TV/DVD; Wireless and high speed internet; TV in each bedroom; Washer/Dryer. Linens and towels provided. Nonsmoking. Sunset views from balcony. No Beach Club privileges. Summer rentals are Saturday to Saturday. Number of stairs to the unit: 82. Customer Reviews
“This condo was fantastic. Everything was attractive and clean. Would absolutely recommend.” -Kurt J., 10/4-7/2019
“Beautiful view! Nicely furnished and well stocked and clean.” -Anna S., 08/24-27/2019
“Place was beautiful- we hope to be back to same condo on a regular basis. We loved it! LVR went above and beyond to help with us with our stay, adjusting dates, adding extra dates after unexpected snow- I couldn’t be happier!” -Jennifer M., 12/26-1/2/2018
“The most gorgeous view! Worth the steps! Very nice kitchen & fully stocked with everything we needed.” -Maggie H., 07/14-07/21/2018
“Beautiful view! We have rented a few times with LVR and highly recommend it, and will use it again!” -Ruth B., 09/14-16/2018
“Great location and perfect for the 4 of us. Very comfortable with lots of nice cozy touches – loved the fireplace, although we bought wood before we realized there was some in the shed. Great kitchen supplies which we used as we did cook one night. Really everything we needed and very nice. There is a climb to get to the site but that is pretty clear on the website. We booked through VRBO before we realized your site was a better option (especially regarding fees, etc). Now we know to go directly through you!” -Kathleen M., 11/03-11/06/2017
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 Lake Michigan view. Upper level unit. Four bedrooms (one is a loft)/Two baths. Accommodates 8. King bed in master bedroom; Queen bed in second bedroom; Two twin beds in third bedroom; Two twin beds in loft. Loft is accessed by a ladder attached to the wall. Fireplace; Stereo; TV/DVD; Wireless and High Speed Internet; Washer/Dryer; Ceiling fans. NO PHONE LAND LINE. Linens and towels provided. Nonsmoking.Sunset views from balcony. No Beach Club privileges. Summer rentals are Saturday to Saturday. Number of stairs to the unit: 47. Customer Reviews
“Great views!” -Brad H., 10/19-10/22/2017
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 Lake Michigan view. Lower level end unit. Two bedrooms/Two baths. Accommodates 6. Queen bed in master bedroom; Queen bed in second bedroom; Queen sofa bed in living room. Two fireplaces; Wireless and high speed internet; TV/DVD; CD player; iHome clock/radio; Unlimited local and long distance phone service; Washer/Dryer. Linens and towels provided. Nonsmoking. Sunset views from balcony. No stairs. No Beach Club privileges. Summer rentals are Saturday to Saturday.
“Enjoyed the updated flooring and furniture. Check-in and check-out is very easy.” -Keith O., 9/21-9/24/2020
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 Located in Empire, approximately two miles from Lake Michigan beach and downtown Empire. Three bedrooms/Three baths/Family room. Accommodates 8. Queen bed in master bedroom; Two twin beds in second bedroom; Queen bed in third bedroom; Full futon in family room. TV/DVD; Washer/Dryer; WiFi; Fireplace not available for renters. Linens and towels provided. Nonsmoking. Deck; Charcoal grill. This property can accommodate a maximum of 4 cars. Summer rentals are Friday to Friday. Customer Reviews
“Clean, well-appointed home had everything we needed for a wonderful stay.” -Julie H., 07/26-08/02/19 Customer Reviews
“We would love to rent this property again if we are in the area! We would recommend this home and LVR to friends and family” -Jared N., 10/5-7/2018
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 Beachfront on Lake Michigan. Lower level unit. Deluxe suite with one bedroom/One bath/Sitting room. Accommodates 4. King bed in bedroom; Full sofa bed in sitting room. Small kitchen with under counter refrigerator; Ice maker; Four burner glass cooktop; Microwave; Dishwasher. Air conditioning; Wireless and high speed internet; Fireplace; DVD players; Cable TV in sitting room and master bedroom; Ceiling fans. Can be rented with Sandpiper 1, making it a two bedroom/two bath condo. Linens and towels provided. Nonsmoking. Community beach fire pit available (Permit required). Sunset views from lakeside deck. No Beach Club privileges. Summer rentals are Sunday to Sunday. Customer Reviews
” Only wish we could have stayed longer!” -Rosemary S., 09/19-28/2018
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 Lake Michigan view. Lower level end unit. Two bedrooms/Two baths/Den. Accommodates 8. King bed in master bedroom; King bed in second bedroom; Queen sofa bed in den; Queen sofa bed in living room. Two fireplaces; Wireless and high speed internet; TV/DVD; Free long distance calling; Washer/Dryer. Linens and towels provided. Nonsmoking. Sunset views from balcony. No Beach Club privileges. Summer rentals are Saturday to Saturday.
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 Stunning Lake Michigan views from this hillside condo in The Homestead. Lower level end unit. Two bedrooms; Two bathrooms; Accommodates 6. Queen bed in master, lakeside bedroom; Two twin beds in parking lot side bedroom; Queen sleeper sofa in living room. Standing fans for the bedrooms in summer. Two fireplaces (one in living room and one in lakeside master bedroom). TV/Cable; Wireless and High Speed Internet; Games; Books. Washer/Dryer; Iron/Ironing Board. Linens and towels provided. Keurig coffee maker in addition to the required drip coffee maker. Deck furniture. Nonsmoking. Summer rentals are Saturday to Saturday. Approximately 10-12 steps up to unit from the parking lot.
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 Skippers Wood 35. Forest and Ski Hill View in The Homestead, approximately 15 minutes to the Crystal River and Lake Michigan beach, and two miles from downtown Glen Arbor. Private, freestanding, and updated apartment located above its garage. One bedroom; One bathroom (plus an additional outdoor shower). Queen bed in bedroom; Queen Sleeper in living room. TV; Wireless and High Speed Internet. Heat/Air Conditioning. Efficiency kitchen with under counter refrigerator, two burner electric stove, toaster oven, microwave, sink, and all dishes, pots, pans, and utensils required for preparing light meals. Gas grill; Fire pit; Small patio and chairs (patio and new exterior pics coming later in the spring of 2021. The patio with fire pit and grill area will be available by Memorial Day Weekend 2021). Linens and towels provided. Just a short walk to the seasonal Homestead Village for groceries, coffee, and a fun outdoor bar called Whiskers. Steps out the door are the ski hills of The Homestead (making this ski in/ski out!), and if you are attending a wedding, the resort’s wedding facilities are also a short walk away! Within 5 minutes of great hiking trails, biking trails, and numerous Lake Michigan beaches, as well as the Crystal River for kayaking and fishing. The Sleeping Bear Dunes are only a 10 minute drive away. Summer rentals are Saturday to Saturday. *This property shares a driveway with another private home. Two car maximum*
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 Forest Views. Lower level unit. One bedroom/One bath. Accommodates 4. Queen bed in bedroom; Full sofa bed in living room. Fireplace; Wireless and high speed internet; Air Conditioning; TV/DVD; Full kitchen; Washer/Dryer; Screened porch. Linens and towels provided. Nonsmoking. Just a short walk to the seasonal Homestead Village for groceries, coffee, and a fabulous outdoor bar called Whiskers. Very near the resort’s ski hills and cross country trails, and only a 10 minute walk to the Lake Michigan beach in the resort! Summer rentals are Saturday to Saturday. Customer Reviews
“Very happy and would come back.” -Wendy S., 07/2019
“Great location. Very cozy feel. Loved the fireplace, we loved the whole property!” -Chris H., 02/15-17/2019
“Unit was very clean and well-appointed. One of the better Homestead properties we have rented. Refrigerator was a little loud when it kicked in, but overall that was a minor issue. I would absolutely recommend this property to a friend.” -Rick B., 08/27-08/30/2017
“LVR staff were very helpful and friendly with any questions upon our arrival. We were made to feel very welcomed. Website was easy to use and navigate.” -Christopher S., 08/05-08/12/2017
“Best unit we have stayed in at The Homestead. We called LVR about a stuck/frozen shower handle. It was fixed immediately by Ed who did an exceptional job.” -Andrew R., 09/16-09/18/2016
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 Located in Glen Arbor, half a block from Lake Michigan. Studio/One bath. Accommodates 2. Queen bed. Air conditioning; Wireless and high speed internet; TV/DVD (very limited cable channels- only 3); Charcoal grill. Linens and towels provided. Nonsmoking. Lake Michigan access. Walking distance to downtown Glen Arbor, restaurants and shops. This unit is attached to White Pines Cottage which accommodates 6. This property can accommodate a maximum of 1 car. Summer rentals are Sunday to Sunday. Customer Reviews
“I loved everything about this property and the people who helped us!.” -Hillary Z., 5/25/19-5/27/19
“Loved this property!” -Chris Z., August 2020
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 On the Crystal River with Lake Michigan beach access. Townhouse. Two bedrooms; One loft; Two bathrooms. Queen bed in first bedroom; Queen bed in second bedroom; Two twins in loft area; Sleeper sofa for one in living room. Wireless and High Speed Internet; Fireplace; Washer/Dryer; Cable TV. Linens and towels provided. Nonsmoking. Community beach fire pit available (permit required). River view. Deck; deck furniture. The beach is just a short five minute walk across the parking lot and is yours to utilize! No Beach Club privileges. *The Wilderness Condominium Association has the following rental restrictions: from Memorial Day Weekend until July 1st, there is a three night minimum. From July 1st until Labor Day, it is rented weekly as a Sunday to Sunday rental*
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 On the Crystal River with Lake Michigan beach access. Townhouse. Two bedrooms (one is a loft)/Two bathrooms. Accommodates 9. Queen bed in master bedroom; Bunk bed with two full beds plus a twin trundle in loft bedroom; Queen sofa bed in living room. Pack n’ Play available. Wireless and high speed internet; Stereo System; Fireplace; TV/DVD; Washer and Dryer. Linens and towels provided. Nonsmoking. Three community beach fire pits available (permit required). River view. No Beach Club privileges. *The Wilderness Condominium Association has the following rental restrictions: from Memorial Day Weekend until July 1st, there is a three night minimum. From July 1st until Labor Day, it is rented weekly as a Sunday to Sunday rental*
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