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Crystal Lk Cottage AMAZING Prvt Sandy Lake Biweekly monthly discount - new deck

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Pool
Golf
Marina
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
On the beach, sun loungers

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6124 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Crystal Lk Cottage AMAZING Prvt Sandy Lake Biweekly monthly discount - new deck

Our cottage has a beautiful private sandy beach with sandy lake bottom too, with lots of seating and toys. Our cottage is ideal for 5 (our price is based on 6 guests) and we have had up to 11 with enjoyment for all. For sleeping we have a QUEEN SLEEP NUMBER BED in main bedroom (sleeps 2). There is a double bed with a twin top bunk in lower level bedroom with another twin under the double bed (that room will sleep 4) plus another all purpose room/bedroom with twin trundle bed (sleeps 2). We have had guests bring their own air mattresses and bedding to fit more people. We can discuss this, we are pretty much happy if you are.

Amazing view in the main living area. Galley style kitchen including cooking utensils, stove/oven, microwave, toaster, refrigerator/freezer and coffee maker. This is a small kitchen so if your interested in lots of inside cooking with room for multiple people cooking with you this might not be the kitchen for you. Table sits 6 comfortably with two tables on deck and picnic table outside. There is also a table at the deck on the beach with a large awning for shade.

We have a charcoal grill for guest and there is a cooler down at the beach for guests as well under the awning.

The deck has a fantastic view with seating.

There are lots of toys for the little one down at the beach. While supplies last... Parents must get the toys our for their child. Parents please put the toys away for the next guest. Many parents trust their children to do it and this does not work. The parents must make sure the toys are back where they belong.

For the adults there is a canoe, 2 kayaks, and blow up/float toys. (To be used at your own risk of course.) All while supplies last...

This cottage is our happy place.

We waited our entire lives to find this home on Crystal lake. It was built by a student of Francis Lloyd Wright and you can see it in his attention to detail and love he put into this house. When I walk into my cottage my troubles just seem to melt away from my shoulders. I can breathe easier. I sleep better.

I wake up in the mornings and have my coffee on the peaceful balcony and watch the quiet, calm lake and just breathe.

I make a pitcher of iced tea and take it out to the beach along with my favorite book and read until the sun tells me it's time to jump in the lake or float on my float tubes. I usually end up in the kayak or on a paddle board watching the sandy bottom go by and counting fish.

When we start to get hungry we bbq on the grill. In the evening we light a fire in the lake side fire place and make smores as we watch the sun set. Then we search for constellations and count shooting stars. Our beach is pretty private so I usually end up sneaking back into the lake for a midnight swim to cool down, float on my back and watch the stars some more. Then we go sit in the balcony for a late night glass of wine. We go to bed and get lulled to sleep by the lapping of the lake on the shore line.

AREA ATTRACTIONS: Point Betsie/Lake Michigan 5 miles, Down Town Frankfort - Tree City and the Pier 7 miles - with miles of beach to walk, Down Town Beulah 5 miles, Sleeping Bear Dunes National Park 19 miles, Traverse City (National Cherry Festival and Concerts) 36 miles, Interlochen Arts Center (lots of concerts) 23 miles, wineries/distilleries, drive in theater 6 miles, golf courses including Crystal Downs 5 miles, Arcadia Bluffs 22 miles, Pinecroft 6 miles, Champion Hill 9 miles, Crystal Lake Golf Course 5 miles, Crystal Mountain 15 miles, casinos, tubing/canoeing, hiking and biking trails, Gwen Frostic Nature Center 7 miles

Property manager

Meg Hubbard

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach sun loungers

Ski

  • Snowboarding and cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Blender
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player
  • Books
  • Music library
  • Games
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • On the waterfront
  • In a rural location
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Snow sports gear
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Water sports equipment
  • Boat on site
  • Golfing on site
  • Kayak on site
  • Tennis on site
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 1336 sq ft (124 sq m)

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Adults must supervise children at all times
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Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 10
Note from host: Please stay safe and be polite to the neighbors
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

Crystal Lake Cottage
Crystal Lake w/ Amazing Private Sandy Beach & Sandy Lake Bottom
Crystal Lake

About the neighborhood

Map
Beulah, MI

What's nearby

  • Old Indian Trail - 6 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Crystal Lake Golf Club - 9 min drive - 7.4 km
  • Platte Lake - 10 min drive - 7.7 km
  • Point Betsie Lighthouse - 11 min drive - 10.0 km
  • Frankfort Beach - 14 min drive - 15.4 km

Getting around

  • Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Stormcloud Brewing Company - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪A&W Restaurant - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Roadhouse Mexican Bar & Grill - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Lighthouse Cafe - ‬19 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Crystal Lk Cottage AMAZING Prvt Sandy Lake Biweekly monthly discount - new deck pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Crystal Lk Cottage AMAZING Prvt Sandy Lake Biweekly monthly discount - new deck?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Crystal Lk Cottage AMAZING Prvt Sandy Lake Biweekly monthly discount - new deck?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Crystal Lk Cottage AMAZING Prvt Sandy Lake Biweekly monthly discount - new deck located?

This Beulah cottage is on the beach, 3.1 mi (4.9 km) from Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Crystal Lake Golf Club and Pinecroft Golf Course. Platte Lake and Old Indian Trail are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Crystal Lk Cottage AMAZING Prvt Sandy Lake Biweekly monthly discount - new deck Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 72 out of 73 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 73 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 73 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 73 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 73 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michelle F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location.
Great location on beautiful Crystal Lake! Close to Frankfort.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Justin M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great home and great location
We had a great stay and loved the location, the private beach and were very happy with the host. No issues at all and would Love to come back soon!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

laurel m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful crystal
We had a wonderful time in this great little cottage! Loved all the little things that the owner included. Would absolutely stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Justin H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect for a family
Msg was accommodating and responsive. We loved the beach. This is such a good spot for a family, clear water, private area, wish I were there
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paris K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful view
Loved our stay. The waterfront view and beach are incredible. The owner was quick and kind with her responses. Easy check in and out. Will definitely go back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gabrielle K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good vibes
Meg is the best hostess and the property is magical.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cris S.

Excellent house, location and hosts
Enjoying a fire on Crystal Lake in the evening or kayaking in the morning are just two highlights. Spacious, well stocked home close to nice restaurants and all that northern Michigan has to offer. We had a perfect time, and can’t recommend it highly enough!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Pam S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful family reunion
We had a wonderful time at this property. Our host did a great job of communicating with us, the cottage had absolutely everything we needed. Crystal lake and this part of Michigan is just gorgeous. Very friendly people in the area.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Shelly R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful cottage
Great place to stay. Cottage was very clean and comfy. Owners have thought of everything you could need. Really enjoyed the beach and the beautiful lake-kayaks and SUPs were lots of fun to use. Meg was always quick to answer all inquiries and questions and was a great host.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Nathan R., Lansing, MIchigan

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Exactly as advertised!
The property was exactly as advertised. Beautiful view and great sandy beach. Loved the kayaks and stand up paddle boards! Meg had some nice personal touches that made the experience top notch.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Catherine C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Savoring summer
We had a wonderful week on Crystal Lake. Thank you for sharing your beautiful home and beach with us!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Greg M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great cottage
It was just as described and my family enjoyed it. From smore's on the beach, fishing crystal lake, kids swimming, and relaxing in the mornings and evening on deck, it was all perfect for our short getaway. Plus located close to many area attractions. Plus Meg was very responsive to the few questions we had (she had answered most before we even had to ask).
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Molly D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful beach cottage on the lake
We had a wonderful week at Meg’s beautiful house and beach! The house is clean and well kept with great views of the lake, we loved having our morning coffee on the deck overlooking the water! The beachfront is ideal and private, complete with water toys and a covered patio to allow for a break from the sun on very sunny days! All in all, we loved our stay and it was the perfect cozy beach cottage!
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

kelly l.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
4th of July getaway
We had the best 3 days/3 nights at the lake! The deck and beach area were perfect. Our kids loved playing off the dock and in the sand. We enjoyed the kayaks too. The house is complete with all the necessities. The kitchen was stocked well and the living space was enough for our family of five to relax comfortably. We enjoyed sunsets and sunrises from the front deck. The only concern we had were cars driving fast down the road directly in front of the house. 5/5 stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sami M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely perfect stay!
We loved everything about this stay. First and foremost this beach is phenomenal and Crystal Lake is stunning. The house had everything we needed for a comfortable place to relax after being on the lake! They have thought of everything and the little details make a world of difference. We have visited several homes on these travel sites and this was by far the cleanest! Loved everything about it and hope to be back soon!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Michelle V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent family beach spot
Cozy house with amazing private beach, dock, and gazebo across the street. Sitting on the dock in the morning was incredibly peaceful. The water was shallow enough my 4yr old could play in it. There were lots of things already there like kayaks, beach toys for kiddos, board games inside - it made it easy to stay occupied. Location is close to Sleepy Bear dunes and Frankfort for dinners. Loved our stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tommy G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfection
Had an amazing week at this cottage. Everything about the property was amazing - layout, amenities, location, host. Couldn’t have asked for a better host (who even texted to check on us when she got severe weather alerts!). Would come back in a heartbeat.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Laura S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfection!
The house was the perfect size and location. We had dinner on the deck almost every night overlooking the lake. The lake water was crystal clear and the beach area was pristine. Meg the owner was quick to respond to my questions. We’d drive 14 hours again to stay there!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Debra F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Crystal Lake Michigan
Very unique home! Awesome views of the lake from the house deck. House had all the necessary items for a comfortable stay. Spiral stairs were a challenge to navigate with luggage and groceries.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Don P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home on an amazing lake
We spent the long Memorial Day weekend here and it was beyond our wildest expectations. The beach area was cozy and kept the kids entertained all day. The house was so comfortable, from the large windows and balcony to the spiral staircase. We spent the one chilly overcast day exploring the dunes and nearby towns. Driving through the tree lined roads was so much fun. My only regret is we didn’t stay longer!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Erica E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing Stay on Crystal Lake
We stayed here with our 2 small children and had a blast. The house was very clean and had everything we needed for our stay. Meg was available to help us and easy to communicate with. We love architecture and appreciated the unique style of the cabin. We had a blast at the private beach and had fun using the fire pit and roasting marshmallows. We also enjoyed how close the property was to Traverse City, Sleeping Bear Dunes, and Frankfort. Looking forward to hopefully staying again.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Amy R., Mascoutah ,Illinois

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Paradise
Excellent location was so peaceful and very quiet. Beach And water area perfect for any age we had a 2 yr old with us water shallow at the edge and plenty of sand to play in. Owners have thought of everything you could need . Property was extremely clean and well organized. Very relaxing get away . If we get up in that area again we will definitely stay again. Also owner responds very quickly. Thanks had a great time......
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nathan R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Vacay
Nice house. The beach area had everything you need. Kitchen had everything needed. Like the property description says it is a small kitchen There was spices, sugar, coffee filters etc.. Had a wedding the day of check in, we noticed day before was empty. We asked if we could check in early to get ready. Owner let us check in early was much appreciated. Owner responded very quickly.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elaina V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great week on Crystal lake
We stayed for a week in late August. We are a family of 4. Our boys are 11 and 13. First let me say that when it comes to location and beach amenities this place was excellent. We all spent most of the day on the beach. The home as described is somewhat quirky but very spacious with enough room for at least 6 people. Kitchen is small but easily big enough to prepare meals for our family. We would definitely go back to this home and plan to do so next summer. Our friend were staying about 8 houses down the street and were at on our beach with us the entire time because of the sitting area and amenities.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Michelle B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Stay
This adorable cottage on Crystal Lake provided us with a wonderful week vacation. The beach at the property provides hours of endless fun with kayaks, paddle boards, ample lounging and eating areas. Shade and sun are available. The views from the house, deck, and beach are truly amazing. The kitchen, living, bedrooms, and bath were all super clean and equipped for anything you would need. We ate every meal outside to enjoy the stunning Crystal Lake views. If you explore the area you will find wonderful places to bike, hike and beach enjoying the outdoors. The Betsie River Trail, Empire Bluff Trail, and Point Betsie Lighthouse are just a couple of the spots we enjoyed immensely. Meg the host communicated well with us and took extra care to make sure our stay was great. The little details for comfort and charm are definitely there with this cute little cottage. We love this area and this cottage. We can’t wait to return. Highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023