Cranberry Ridge Guidebook
Food scene
Art's Tavern
6487 W Western AveArt’s is a long time favorite in Glen Arbor.
Some things you will find at Inn and Trail Gourmet
- Premade meals you can take back to the cottage and reheat
- Delicious pasteries
- A coffee bar
Inn and Trail Gourmet
6453 Western AvenueSome things you will find at Inn and Trail Gourmet
- Premade meals you can take back to the cottage and reheat
- Delicious pasteries
- A coffee bar
Broomstacks has amazing food and drink, and has a curling facility attached to it - you can book reservations online (1 hour of curling instruction, 1 hour of play)
They take dinner reservations, and in the summer have indoor and outdoor dining.
29 locals recommend
Broomstack Kitchen and Taphouse
172 W Burdickville RdBroomstacks has amazing food and drink, and has a curling facility attached to it - you can book reservations online (1 hour of curling instruction, 1 hour of play)
They take dinner reservations, and in the summer have indoor and outdoor dining.
In addition to a full selection of groceries, Anderson's market has daily breakfast and lunch specials in the deli.
20 locals recommend
Anderson's Glen Arbor Market
6545 Western AveIn addition to a full selection of groceries, Anderson's market has daily breakfast and lunch specials in the deli.
Sightseeing
The Cyclery rents bikes in the summer and winter. There are many bike trails that will take you to the dunes, beach, and around Glen Arbor. In town there are lots of bike racks available.
The Cyclery
6260 W River RdThe Cyclery rents bikes in the summer and winter. There are many bike trails that will take you to the dunes, beach, and around Glen Arbor. In town there are lots of bike racks available.
Access to Sleeping Bear Heritage Trail is about 1/4 mile south of Cranberry Ridge.
On the trail it is 2 miles to the Lake Michigan beach in Glen Haven and 4 miles to the Dune Climb at Sleeping Bear Dunes.
18 locals recommend
Sleeping Bear Heritage Trail
Sleeping Bear Heritage TrailAccess to Sleeping Bear Heritage Trail is about 1/4 mile south of Cranberry Ridge.
On the trail it is 2 miles to the Lake Michigan beach in Glen Haven and 4 miles to the Dune Climb at Sleeping Bear Dunes.
You can walk to Cherry Republic - for wine tasting, Public House restaurant, and lots of cherry goods at the store. Try out the cherry pit spitting area - test your skills.
55 locals recommend
Cherry Republic | Glen Arbor
South Lake StreetYou can walk to Cherry Republic - for wine tasting, Public House restaurant, and lots of cherry goods at the store. Try out the cherry pit spitting area - test your skills.
Bay Lavender Trading Co. is a wide selection of soaps, lotions, and other goods. There are so many amazing scents in this store, it is hard to choose.
Bay Lavender Trading Co
5777 South Lake StreetBay Lavender Trading Co. is a wide selection of soaps, lotions, and other goods. There are so many amazing scents in this store, it is hard to choose.
Looking for something different to do? The Cherry Bowl Drive-In Theater is open during summer months and is about a 20 minute drive away. They are open weekends in the summer. Dusk is the time, rain or shine. Movie features are found on their website.
76 locals recommend
Cherry Bowl Drive-In Theatre
9812 Honor HwyLooking for something different to do? The Cherry Bowl Drive-In Theater is open during summer months and is about a 20 minute drive away. They are open weekends in the summer. Dusk is the time, rain or shine. Movie features are found on their website.
One of three wine tasting locations in Glen Arbor, Glen Arbor Wines offers plenty of space to relax in the backyard to drink in and enjoy the day.
11 locals recommend
Glen Arbor Wines
5873 S Lake StOne of three wine tasting locations in Glen Arbor, Glen Arbor Wines offers plenty of space to relax in the backyard to drink in and enjoy the day.
Don't go to Glen Arbor without attempting the Dune Climb! It is located about 4 miles from the cottage. You can ride your bike there via the Heritage Trail bike path. Bring plenty of water and lots of energy. When you think it is the last hill it probably isn't :)
46 locals recommend
Dune Climb Lot station
Don't go to Glen Arbor without attempting the Dune Climb! It is located about 4 miles from the cottage. You can ride your bike there via the Heritage Trail bike path. Bring plenty of water and lots of energy. When you think it is the last hill it probably isn't :)
The Glen Arbor Township Park is located about 1/4 mile from the cottage. It has tennis courts, pickleball courts, basketball courts, picnic tables, playground equipment, and one of the nicest public restrooms we have ever seen!
Cranberry Ridge Rentals provides pickleball racquets and balls for you to use during your stay.
Glen Arbor Township
The Glen Arbor Township Park is located about 1/4 mile from the cottage. It has tennis courts, pickleball courts, basketball courts, picnic tables, playground equipment, and one of the nicest public restrooms we have ever seen!
Cranberry Ridge Rentals provides pickleball racquets and balls for you to use during your stay.
Crystal River Outfitters is your Glen Arbor adventure headquarters! Our favorite is the kayaking and canoe trips on the Crystal River . You can book reservations online.
43 locals recommend
Crystal River Outfitters Recreational District
6249 River RdCrystal River Outfitters is your Glen Arbor adventure headquarters! Our favorite is the kayaking and canoe trips on the Crystal River . You can book reservations online.
Glen Arbor Arts Center is a nonprofit organization offering classes, exhibits, and events. Look for the entrance across from Cherry Republic.
7 locals recommend
Glen Arbor Arts Center
6031 S Lake StGlen Arbor Arts Center is a nonprofit organization offering classes, exhibits, and events. Look for the entrance across from Cherry Republic.
City/town information
Cranberry Ridge Rentals is located in Glen Arbor, within walking distance to the park, grocery store, shops, wineries, and restaurants!
83 locals recommend
Glen Arbor
Cranberry Ridge Rentals is located in Glen Arbor, within walking distance to the park, grocery store, shops, wineries, and restaurants!
Traverse City is a lot like Glen Arbor, only bigger. If you needs fast food, chain restaurants, or big box stores, Traverse City is your nearest option. It is about a 25 minute drive from the cottage.
There are also nice beaches, boutiques, wineries, distilleries, delicious restaurants and so much more to enjoy.
260 locals recommend
Traverse City
Traverse City is a lot like Glen Arbor, only bigger. If you needs fast food, chain restaurants, or big box stores, Traverse City is your nearest option. It is about a 25 minute drive from the cottage.
There are also nice beaches, boutiques, wineries, distilleries, delicious restaurants and so much more to enjoy.
Empire is the gateway to Sleeping Bear Dunes. There is a nice public beach there.
43 locals recommend
Empire
Empire is the gateway to Sleeping Bear Dunes. There is a nice public beach there.
City advice
What to pack
You may want to bring...
Here are some things that are not provided in the cottage, and you may want to consider bringing:
-Bikes
-Bug Spray (We love Glen Arbor, but so do the bugs)
-Beach towels and beach toys