Sandhill House - Large and Spectacular Lakefront Home with Water Toys!

Aerial view
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Terrace/patio
5.0
Outstanding(5 Reviews)

House in Crystal Lake, MI

12 guests · 5 bedrooms · 3 baths

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About this house rental

Sandhill House is a spectacular lakefront home on beautifully pristine Long Lake just north of Crystal Lake in Beulah, Michigan. Outside, it includes a huge backyard, back porch, outdoor dining, gas grill, outdoor shower, private lakefront with dock, 2 kayaks, a canoe, lakeside firepit, and great views of Sleeping Bear Dunes. Inside, the home features new central air conditioning, 5 large bedrooms, dining area for 8 adults, super comfy living room, Wi-Fi, and streaming TV.


GUEST INTERACTION:

We have a local property manager that lives in the area and is available to address any questions that guests may have.


NEIGHBORHOOD:

The home is adjacent to the Crystal Highlands community, which is an upscale residential development just north of Crystal Lake. The home is on a cul-de-sac at the very end of the development and and bordered on one side by the Embayment Lakes Nature Preserve, which contains 2.3 miles of trail and over 166 acres of land, making the environment extremely quiet, peaceful, and serene. There is also a public hiking trail that is available for guests to use and is located just down the hill from the home.

There are a number of great attractions in the area! The start of Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore is just minutes away from the home. Old Indian Trail, only 3.1 miles from the home, is a popular hiking trail in the park and runs through forests next to Lake Michigan and includes public access to Lake Michigan itself. Sleeping Bear Dunes also features a vast array of additional hiking trails, biking trails, incredible views, dune climbing, and tubing, kayaking, or canoeing down the Platte River through the park and out to Lake Michigan.

The home is also very close to Crystal Lake and the cute little beach towns of Frankfort and Beulah, featuring cafes, restaurants, shops, microbreweries, golfing, and child-friendly beaches.

Lake Michigan is just a short drive from the property and there are a number of beaches on Lake Michigan that are within a 30-minute drive from the home. The beaches range from touristy Frankfort Beach in downtown Frankfort (which is great for people watching, dogs, beach volleyball, and walking out on the pier to the Frankfort Lighthouse) to more secluded and less-populated beaches such as Elberta Beach, Esch Beach, Platte Beach, and the beach at the Point Betsie Lighthouse. The charming village of Empire is also less than half an hour away, with a beautiful beach, shopping, restaurants, and local chocolate shop Grocer’s Daughter.

If more excitement, shopping, dining, and nightlife are desired, downtown Traverse City is only a 50-minute drive from the home and it is the jewel of northern Michigan shopping, dining, entertainment, and nightlife.


GUEST ACCESS:

Guests have access to the entire property except for an owners' closet on the first floor and the garage (which is locked off from guests).


THE SPACE:

The home is very relaxing charming and comfortable year-round with natural gas forced air heating for the winter and new central air conditioning for the summer. The home includes a very convenient main floor laundry room with a washer, dryer, and laundry sink. It also includes a mudroom, which is great for families. The home also has a very cozy wood fireplace in the living room that is available for guests to use.

The home is named after sandhill cranes, which are frequent visitors to the backyard and the lake. Bald eagles, turkeys, and other wildlife are often spotted on the property. The home is beautifully decorated with a lovely nature theme.


TRANSIT:

It is highly recommended that guests have their own means of transportation.


PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING:

(1) The home is named after sandhill cranes, which are frequent visitors to the backyard and the lake.
(2) There are a number of lakes that are named "Long Lake" in Michigan. This property is on the Long Lake that is just north of Crystal Lake in Beulah, Michigan.
(3) Guest do not have access to the garage.
(4) Pets are not permitted at the property.
(5) There are several flights of stairs for getting between the backyard and the lakefront. The number of stairs may be difficult for young children or elderly individuals.
(6) Sleeping Bear Dunes is visible in the distance from the home, but it not walking distance away and requires driving to the dunes via the Pierce Stocking Scenic Drive, which is about 23 miles from the property.
(7) Please note that in Bedroom #5 the 2 twin beds are lofted beds. As such, they may be difficult to be used by very young children or elderly individuals.

Amenities

Air conditioner
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Garden
Family friendly

Map of Crystal Lake, MI

Reviews

5.0
Outstanding(5 Reviews)
5.0
Aug 2024
We loved everything about this house! It was very clean and cute and the check in process was very easy. There is also a view of the lake and you can walk down to it (lots of stairs but it was fine for us). Highly recommend!
5.0
Jul 2024
We truly enjoyed our stay on Long Lake! This house is perfect for families and friends alike. The view of lake is lovely and we loved the big yard with lake access. There were several well setup bedrooms including a kids bunk room. We definitely hope to be back with a larger group!
5.0
Jul 2024
Our family really enjoyed our stay.
5.0
Jul 2024
We really enjoyed our time at this property! The grounds and views are amazing and the house is beautiful! The ability to get out on the lake with the canoe and kayaks was a huge plus, too. Thank you!
5.0
Jun 2024
The Sandhill house is located beautifully with great views of the lake. Almost all rooms have great views. We enjoyed staying in the house for a weekend and the host is very responsive. Absolute 5 stars for communication with the host.

FAQs

How much does this house cost compared to others in Crystal Lake?

The average price for a rental in Crystal Lake is £225 per night. This rental is £16 less expensive than the average.

Is parking included with this house?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Sandhill House - Large and Spectacular Lakefront Home with Water Toys!. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this house?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is Sandhill House - Large and Spectacular Lakefront Home with Water Toys! pet friendly?

Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

What amenities are available at Sandhill House - Large and Spectacular Lakefront Home with Water Toys!?

We found 11 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, fireplace, and parking.

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