So, I come to Glen Lake in October thinking that I'll spend a couple of weeks, shut the cottage…read moredown, and not see it again until Feb/Mar, right? Ahhh...how easily the most simple plans go awry. In this case, I couldn't tear myself away from off-season Glen Lake and then got trapped here by the weather - it's December and I'm still here, sans appropriate outdoor gear. I did not pack for winter - I packed for fall and now I'm paying for it. We're talking plastic bags over my sneakers just to go outside due to the snow and the pipes freezing in the washing machine after I'd loaded 75% of our clothes in with soap. I'll go ahead and answer that question that is running through your mind even as I type; yes, I AM a complete idiot. What to do? Head into the Sportsman Shop in Glen Arbor. Although quite small, they have a great selection of high quality mens and womens coats, sweaters, shirts, long underwear, socks, foot gear, etc. at very reasonable prices. I've purchased a lovely, well made and much needed pair of boots for myself, some jammies & pants for the fella and we're set to go until the roads are safe to head back to Chicago. Good variety of Woolrich, Columbia, etc. in clothing and sporting gear for fishing and hunting and they even offer chartered fishing trips. Look for significant discounts after Thanksgiving - there are bargains to be had. Very friendly and helpful staff (I went in not knowing the fellas pants size and the incredibly nice saleslady helped me find a pair that fit him perfectly) and open year round to save dumb asses like myself from their ill conceived follies - I highly recommend this incredibly useful store.

From the owner: Charter fishing trips aboard the Mariah and Pierpressureread more

I bought my first Dress Addict dress there several years ago. The store is FILLED with things I…read morelove--always a destination when traveling to that area of Michigan. Customer Service is superb! They mailed me another dress after I got home to Ohio! Always a good experience.

From the owner: Coastal is Glen Arbor’s shopping destination for upscale men’s, women’s , children’s clothing,…read morefootwear and accessories. Enjoy a casual shopping experience while combing through quality brands. New styles arriving every season!

I thought this was a great deal, but now I know it's because the fit is really off. The sleeves on…read morea women's small look like they go to a men's large? Weird? Glad it was only $8.

Best prices in town by a long shot. This is a tourist and local favorite. Expect at least 40 % off…read moreother stores in town.

My boyfriend and I stopped in before closing last week in search of some stickers. We keep a travel…read moresticker book and we needed some Cadillac stickers to add to it. I found so many I liked!! Great clothing selection and overall great gifts too!! Will be back next time I'm in town

Such a fun boutique with amazing merchandise! Fabulous jewelry pieces, clothes, bags and more.read more

This place is an absolute gem in such a small town! They have a great variety of items for the home…read moreor gifts. A large selection of woman's clothing. Additionally, they have a whole section for children including wonderful books. My absolute favorite item is a hand poured soy candle by Mixture. It's a small candle that has an amazing scent throw and can fill a room easily. The ladies there are kind enough to email me when a new shipment arrives. This place is worth a trip! I'm looking forward to my next one!

This place is a treasure trove of magnificent touristy stuff. Local. Beautiful. Definitely go here!read more

The service was great, the setting was nice, but we didn't really enjoy any of the wines we tasted…read more With 7 women you think one of us would have liked one enough to have bought a bottle, but no.

My first time visiting an M-22 store! I absolutely loved it! This store is so cute! They truly have…read moreput the M-22 logo onto every possible item of clothing / merch you could dream up! I wanted a little bit of everything, for sure, but ultimately exhibited some rare self-restraint and only purchased a cute M-22 hat! :) I wear it all the time now! The workers were so friendly and I can't wait to come back and probably buy up their collection of dog leashes and collars because I'm still thinking about it to this day! :)