Year round Crystal Lake cottage, newly remodelled 4br/1ba, w/sandy beach!
Cottage in Crystal Lake, MI
6 guests · 4 bedrooms · 1 bath
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind
Includes essentialsGarden, Kitchen or Kitchenette, Internet / Wifi and more
About this cottage rental
Located on the South shore of Crystal Lake with 60 feet of sandy beach, this newly remodeled 4 BR/1BA (w/separate room w/double vanity) comes to you with a deck, fireplace, laundry, and wonderful lakefront views from the deck or beach itself. The four bedrooms include 2 x Queen, 1 x Bunk & Twin & 1 x Full are all on the 2nd floor. Plenty of room between the house and beach to relax on the hammock or roast marshmallows in the fire pit (don't have to worry about cars and kids!). Interested in setting up horseshoes or badminton? No worries, plenty of room. A charcoal Weber grill is also available for use. Conveniently located half way between Frankfort & Beulah and minutes from area attractions such as Crystal Mountain, Point Betsie, biking trails and Sleeping Bear National Lakeshore.
Smoking is prohibited. Beds have pillows, mattress pads & blankets. Pillow cases, sheets & towels are NOT Provided.
Smoking is prohibited. Beds have pillows, mattress pads & blankets. Pillow cases, sheets & towels are NOT Provided.
Amenities
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Garden
Family friendly
Map of Crystal Lake, MI
££££
Reviews
8.0
Place was great and Jay was responsive. Odd that you have to bring your own sheets but can't beat the location.
10.0
This was our 2nd year staying at Jay’s place. It was just as wonderful as last year’s stay! Should we plan another trip to upper MI, we would definitely stay here again. Love everything about it, the location, the view, the house. Our dog, Millie loved it too!
10.0
I traveled with my mom and my two teenage daughters. We wanted to stay longer than our planned 2 nights. We enjoyed all aspects of this home and our stay. The kitchen was roomy and we enjoyed preparing our meals. We comfortable sat at the counter to eat together. The lake, dock, and beach were fun to swim and relax. The living room was comfortable to lounge in. We spent time talking on the deck overlooking the yard and lake. One of my daughters found her happy place in the hammock. The bedrooms were roomy and beds and pillows were comfortable. The shower was refreshing. I took my 15 year-old at her word when she said the tub would not hold water when she went to take a bath. Jay was super to work with and communicate with. He recommended things to see and how to strategize my time (as we were limited and needed to squeeze in as much fun as we could). BRING your own towels, washcloths, and sheets. For the bathroom, kitchen, and the queen/double/twin beds you'll use. I felt completely at home as if my own, though it was someone else's family pictures to enjoy around the house. I feel like I made friend in the process. I hope to return someday.
8.0
Property owner was great and communicated. House was great beside the fact that it was obviously not cleaned thoroughly. The rugs were very dirty and the comforters that are left on the beds have obviously not been washed for a long period of time. You bring your own sheets. The lake was great.
8.0
Great location and fun amenities
10.0
My family and I recently had the pleasure of staying at Crystal Lake Cottage, and we couldn't have been happier with our experience. From the incredible location to the well-appointed house, everything about our stay was simply perfect.
First and foremost, the location of this cottage is unbeatable. Situated right on the lake, we enjoyed direct and easy access to a private beach. The beach itself was a dream, with its pristine sand and crystal-clear, inviting waters. If was especially idea for families with little kids, as the water was not too deep. We spent countless hours swimming and building sand castles, creating memories that will last a lifetime. And let's not forget about the breathtaking sunsets we witnessed from the perfectly located fire pit. It was the idea spot to gather around with loved ones and bask in the beauty of the day's end.
The house itself was spacious and clean. We were impressed by the stocked kitchen, which made it a breeze to prepare and enjoy meals with our family. There was ample seating and plenty of room for everyone to relax. The back porch quickly became our favorite morning coffee spot, offering a tranquil setting to start our day off right.
Jay was incredibly responsive and attentive, ensuring that we had everything we needed throughout our stay. Additionally, the detailed document provided with nearby activities was a fantastic resource, allowing us to explore and make the most of our time in the area.
We highly recommend!
10.0
The cottage was wonderful- plenty of room, clean, well stocked, beautifully updated, and close to everything. The lake is gorgeous and the beach area was great for the kids. The host was incredibly responsive and a breeze to work with. Our whole family had a fantastic time!
10.0
Great access to Crystal Lake. Close to Frankfort, Benzonia, and Beulah. The house is a bit secluded in the trees, but it is nice for privacy if you want that. The public access next door was busy with swimmers, paddlers, and boaters, but nothing that bothered us. Great rock bass fishing in the evening right around the 10 ft mark.
10.0
The lovely cottage was just as described. We had a wonderful week relaxing and recharging. This was our first time visiting Michigan and we have lots of fun memories from our trip. There is so much to do in the area, from the dunes, bike trails, the cute town of Frankfort, and Traverse City not too far.
10.0
Overall the house was impressive and perfect for our needs. It was rustic yet updated with all the right touches. There were lots of windows to capture the lakeshore breezes, the kitchen was well equipped and the beds were comfortable. A favorite spot was the sunroom looking out on the lake.
Our kids enjoyed the badminton/volleyball court and we all appreciated the easy access to the water. The water may have been cold, but it was a great swimming lake! The house was located to two nearby quaint towns. We loved our stay and hope to come back!
10.0
Very wonderful place. Comforting setting. Nice fireplace and the lake was so beautiful. Awesome fall colors.
10.0
Jay is a great host and his house and property are fantastic! Enjoyed our 2nd stay and looking forward to staying again!
10.0
We spent off all weekend with friends on beautiful crystal lake. The property was amazing both in the woods and on the lake very quiet very clean and quaint! We liked that it was right on a five minute drive to Frankfort Where are we enjoy dining in the little town and the beach and the lighthouse.
10.0
We really enjoyed our stay! House was clean and well equipped. The beach was perfect for our kids. They played down there every evening. Looking forward to staying again.
10.0
This was our third time staying at this property. Great property on the lake. Very quiet location and close to both Frankfort and Beulah.
10.0
GREAT location and beautiful home
I loved this property and all of its amenities!
10.0
A relaxing trip under the stars
We loved our stay at this unique cottage. Seeing the stars from the fire pit and listening to the waves were memorable and relaxing. The location is excellence, the house is cute and well stocked, and the owners were helpful to communicate with.
We look forward to staying again!
10.0
Getaway cottage
What a great place to stay! This cottage is extremely well stocked, and it feels as if you are staying in someone else’s home, not a rental property. The property is private and quiet, and we enjoyed sitting on the dock in the evenings. Frankfort is super close and convenient, as is Sleeping Bear Dunes. Overall, a lovely weekend getaway!
10.0
Cozy and relaxing
My family and I had a wonderful time! We loved the sandy private beach, the beautiful views, and the clean and cozy home. We would love to come back another year!
10.0
Review
Excellent
10.0
Cotwas clean,quiet and very comfortable. My grandsons never wanted to leave
My first time staying atba cottage since I was 9. I will always try to rent another every year
10.0
Best Location for a West Side Michigan Trip
Beach was great and easy to access. We could watch the little kids walk from the beach to the house. Home was an excellent size and clean. We had a great time here and would come again.
10.0
Slice of Heaven
A week at this lake house was exactly what we needed for our family. Communication with the owner was very prompt and helpful. The cabin has some awesome original features as well as comfortable and lovely modern updates. It was a great space for four adults and two kids. The only exception being a lot of items to get into for a very curious two-year old. Since we spent most of our time outside on the beach and lake, this wasn’t a huge issue. The large yard would be great for yard games, and the sandy beach and shallow water was perfect for our small kids. The water was pristine and crystal clear but a bit too cold to swim the end of Sept. We also loved the firepit, kayaking, the nice dock, picnic table by the lake, and the large dining table inside the house. Also appreciated access to laundry, large counter space, close grocery stores, tons of close hiking, the Betsie River trail for biking. We had a phenomenal week here!
10.0
Crystal get away
Very clean well kept cottage! Love the location. Owners were very prompt to answer questions and make you feel at home.
10.0
Terrific lakeside cottage getaway
We stayed at this cottage on Crystal lake after the peak vacation season and found it to be private, really well equipped as far as amenities (beyond what the listing indicated), and basically like borrowing someone’s home at the lake for the weekend...it does not feel like a rental.
The beach is sandy with a nice gradual slope out to deeper water so great for kids at play. The deck and landscaping are nice with plenty of shade for spending time out of the sun.
The kitchen and dining room are generous and easy for prepping large family meals. Nice appliances.
Nice big bathroom with a good layout for allowing people to be using the sinks independently of the shower/toilet so one person isn’t holding everybody else up.
Bedrooms were clean and comfortable.
Only critique was that some rooms could have used curtain/shades for more evening privacy. Only caution is that all the bedrooms are upstairs and the stairs are a little steep and the treads a bit narrow for anyone with mobility issues which wasn’t an issue for us.
The decorations and games throughout the house made being indoors as nice as being out. Basically a charming, warm place to stay. Would rent again and would recommend.
10.0
☀️Crystal Lake🍉
Had a great time second year in a row . Family had fun , ages 4mo to 81.
The lake access and beach are wonderful . Given this crazy pandemic , we spent a lot of time at the cottage . The kitchen was great for family meals , we cooked often .
The new propane fire pit on the deck was a hit .
Hoping to rent again next year!
Thank you
10.0
Great week
Wonderful escape from reality. Able to completely relax and unwind. Everything was very nice and we were able to bring our dogs which gave us extra special memories. Thank you!!
10.0
Updated Historic Gem
The house exceeded our expectations. We want to book it again! It was a perfect marriage of an updated kitchen and bathroom mixed with a charming historic family cottage. I could almost hear the echo of the generations of family playing together within the walls. We loved our stay there.
10.0
Cozy cute cottage with nice people
This place was so great. And Jay took very good care of us, checking in and making sure we had everything we needed. I have nothing but good things to say. Crystal Lake is so clean and clear and sitting on the beach watching the sunset was relaxing. The cottage is very close to the Betsie River trail which was paved and great for our stroller. The house was remodeled recently and the owners have great taste. They managed to make it so we had every modern convenience without ruining the cozy charm. We had a lovely time.
10.0
Awesome Vacation Home
Jay is a great host and has a fantastic vacation home! Kay stayed in contact with us for check-in and check-out and made sure we had everything we needed. The house was very comfortable and I will be recommending it to friends.
Thank you again for a great stay!
10.0
Helen's Haven
Highest marks! Delightful two weeks: beautiful location, lovely roomy cottage, tastefully decorated, spotless when we arrived, well stocked with pots and pans, lots of kitchen gadgets, non-perishable food stuffs (incl. spices), toys and games, etc. Suggestions (no complaints) : a second key would be handy (we often feared locking ourselves out); a clip-on lamp above stove would help; even after two weeks we never could quite figure out the t.v. (but the weather was so beautiful, we couldn't have cared less)!
10.0
Summer week surpassed expectations
My family of five had a wonderful time at this cottage! The pictures don't do it justice. Great location between Frankfort and Beulah with so much to do. We boated, fished, kayaked, paddle boarded and more. The zip line was a big hit with the kids. The cottage is nicely appointed and we truly had everything we needed between the kitchen and outdoor grill.
10.0
This was our second time staying here. Great cottage, nice quiet beach. We hope to stay here again
Excellent, very relaxing.
10.0
Our second summer here
This was our second summer staying here. The beach is perfect for kids and adults. The house has a well stocked kitchen, but great restaurants are within a 10 minute drive. The house serves as a great base camp from which you can explore miles of trails at Sleepig Bear Dunes, shopping, or just lounging at the beach. We’ll be back in 2020 for our third summer!
10.0
💕Crystal 💕
Had a wonderful time , old and young !
The cottage was wonderful , equipped well enough to cook , thank you for the cast iron pans . Only suggestion , could use towel bars in the bathroom .....
Hope you will let us rent another summer.
Thank you
10.0
Cozy Cottage on Crystal Lake
This cottage was a charming, cozy, comfortable place for our family to enjoy a relaxing 2 days at beautiful Crystal Lake and the area. The kitchen was well stocked, the furniture in the house was comfortable, and there was a lot of personality in the décor/furnishings of this home. The owner (Jay) was prompt in communicating with us. We enjoyed the beach area and dock. It would've been great to have our own kayaks here - maybe next time.
10.0
Amazing property!!
Jays place was spectacular! We went for a long girls weekend and couldn’t have had a better time! The home was so clean and very well stocked! A perfect little haven for our get together! The fire pit was sweet as well!! Highly recommend- we will be back!!
10.0
Perfect place to stay
We loved staying at this property. House was very nice and the semi private beach was fantastic. My sons loved fishing off the dock. They said this was in the top two vacations they ever had.
10.0
Crystal Lake Adventures
We stayed at this cottage 2 years in a row. It is perfect for our family. Lots of room and located in a wonderful place on the lake.
It has everything we needed.
Jay was quick to respond to all our questions and very pleasant.
10.0
Another excellent stay
This is the second time we stayed at this property. It was excellent again!
FAQs
How much does this cottage cost compared to others in Crystal Lake?
The average price for a rental in Crystal Lake is £225 per night. This rental is £80 above the average.
Is parking included with this cottage?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Year round Crystal Lake cottage, newly remodelled 4br/1ba, w/sandy beach!. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this cottage?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this cottage. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Year round Crystal Lake cottage, newly remodelled 4br/1ba, w/sandy beach! pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this cottage is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Year round Crystal Lake cottage, newly remodelled 4br/1ba, w/sandy beach!?
We found 10 amenities for this rental. This includes kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, fireplace, parking, and laundry.
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