Updated cottage w/ Crystal Lake access, quiet location
5.0
Outstanding(48 Reviews)Cottage in Crystal Lake, MI
6 guests · 2 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 essentialsKitchen or Kitchenette, Internet / Wifi, Parking and more
About this cottage rental
Updated, open concept cottage. Located on dead end street with Crystal Lake access ~100 feet from cottage on Outlet Bay and sandbar. Large kitchen and easy access (park next to cottage, one step up to enter). Custom beds maximize sleeping space in second bedroom. WiFi, Roku TV.
-Betsie Valley Bike Trail 1/2 mile away on quiet road (and Betsie River outlet from Crystal Lake); Bike to Beulah or Frankfort on the trail
-Frankfort (5 miles): Lake Michigan beach & Point Betsie lighthouse, restaurants, shopping
-Beulah (5 miles): Crystal Lake beach, restaurants, shopping, Cherry Bowl drive-in movie theater
-Crystal Mountain (15 miles): Year round activities
-Sleeping Bear Dunes (30 minutes)
-Traverse City area (~45 minutes): Restaurants, shopping, wineries, outdoor activities
-Numerous trails, golf courses
-Easy access to Crystal Lake with DNR boat ramp about a mile away (no dock, hoist or mooring available on Crystal Lake for our property; items cannot be left at lakeshore)
Brochures, guide books and owner recommendations are available at the cottage but feel free to reach out for ideas. There is so much to do, it's hard to list it all!
Professionally cleaned between guests.
NO AIR CONDITIONING (fans available in each room).
No pets allowed (we do bring our dogs so cottage is not pet-free).
Paddleboards (two) and kayaks (two 1-person and one 2-person inflatable) available May-September (life jackets are not provided).
Fireplace is not available for guests.
-Betsie Valley Bike Trail 1/2 mile away on quiet road (and Betsie River outlet from Crystal Lake); Bike to Beulah or Frankfort on the trail
-Frankfort (5 miles): Lake Michigan beach & Point Betsie lighthouse, restaurants, shopping
-Beulah (5 miles): Crystal Lake beach, restaurants, shopping, Cherry Bowl drive-in movie theater
-Crystal Mountain (15 miles): Year round activities
-Sleeping Bear Dunes (30 minutes)
-Traverse City area (~45 minutes): Restaurants, shopping, wineries, outdoor activities
-Numerous trails, golf courses
-Easy access to Crystal Lake with DNR boat ramp about a mile away (no dock, hoist or mooring available on Crystal Lake for our property; items cannot be left at lakeshore)
Brochures, guide books and owner recommendations are available at the cottage but feel free to reach out for ideas. There is so much to do, it's hard to list it all!
Professionally cleaned between guests.
NO AIR CONDITIONING (fans available in each room).
No pets allowed (we do bring our dogs so cottage is not pet-free).
Paddleboards (two) and kayaks (two 1-person and one 2-person inflatable) available May-September (life jackets are not provided).
Fireplace is not available for guests.
Amenities
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Family friendly
Map of Crystal Lake, MI
Reviews
5.0
Outstanding(48 Reviews)5.0
We had a great time staying in this cottage in Frankfort. It was very clean and the kitchen has tons of room for cooking, etc. The only issue we ran into was our infant, who didn't sleep well in his pack and play in the sunroom, so we moved him to the bedroom and slept on the couch. The hosts were very helpful and responsive with any questions we had. I highly recommend staying here!
5.0
Didn't realize the cottage wasn't air conditioned . My bad!
But we walked through the front door and the dog odor hit us like a ton of bricks. Indoor temperature was 77 deg. and the humidity was 78%. Was instructed to open all the windows but there was no air movement . Slept all night with sore throats. Next morning humidity was 81%, indoors. Next day was better. Indoor temperature got down to 74 deg. humidity was still around 78 %. I do realize this was probably unusual weather for the area. Very high humidity outside . Since the cottage didn't have AC we had to sleep with the windows open . There was a lot of road noise noticed from the front bedroom. We left early. Didn't stay our 3rd night. Plus side , cottage was very cute. Short walk to the water. Shoreline starts off rocky but within 20 to 30 feet transitions to beautiful sand. The cottage definitely has potential.
5.0
Great location! Clean comfortable cottage with easy lake access. Awesome place to relax for the week!
5.0
Great location and quality of stay! We enjoyed our time at the rental!
5.0
Such a beautiful house. Such an incredible kitchen - we didn't actually get to use it as we were visiting family, but it's amazing. Very clean and comfortable. Near beautiful Crystal Lake! We hope to return!
5.0
Very clean and comfortable house in nice residential area within short walk to Crystal Lake. The kitchen layout and amenities are great, plus we made use of griddle grill in backyard. Host provided guide resources of things to do in area, which was helpful. Enjoyed our stay!
5.0
Great please. Shower handle fell off the wall.
5.0
Enjoyed Sleeping Bear Dunes and Lake Michigan. Crystal Lake was calm and relaxing.
5.0
Such a cute modernized house with great location and water access! We loved the open floor plan and layout and the home was really well stocked with everything we needed for our girls trip, even an ice machine. We enjoyed bonfires in the backyard and watching movies in the comfy living area, and sunsets at the lake. The location was perfect for Frankfort and Elberta, and trips to Sleeping Bear and so many great beaches and wineries. The bunkroom was also fun, us 3 girls shared the room sleepover style and had a lot of laughs. Thanks for sharing your perfect home with us!
5.0
Beautiful lake, cottage and location. Wonderful neighbors, we will be back!
5.0
We loved our stay at this cottage. Crystal lake is beautiful, Frankfort is a super cute little town, and we loved checking out sleeping bear dunes. Our favorite beach was Elberta beach on Lake Michigan, it’s a hidden gem for sure.
5.0
The cabin as perfect and a street away from our friends that had a cabin on the lake. It was also well stocked with kitchen items.
5.0
Great place for our family of four. Kids loved the bunk beds and the lake access at the end of the road. We can’t wait to come back!
5.0
Very nice place to stay, close to a beautiful lake. The nearby towns are nice to visit with lots to do!!!
5.0
Beautiful home set just steps away from Crystal Lake. The house was super clean and great communication from the owners! It was great for our family 3 under 5 and plenty of space to enjoy as well as great location to explore the area from! Thanks for a great family getaway spot!
5.0
Everything was great! Easy check in and out, great location, beautiful area. Room set up was nice, kitchen had pretty much everything you might need, and the house has a good layout.
If you have more than a few adults parking may be an issue, so just check with the property owner to make sure you’ll have enough space.
5.0
Very nice versatile lay out. Well furnished, including kitchen gadgets! The location is perfect, close to Lake Michigan, small towns, Sleeping Bear dunes. Quiet neighhood.
Also, comfortabke and felt safe.
5.0
Great place and perfect location. My family and I loved the lake and the walking trail. We rented a boat for the day and the fishing was incredible. Caught over 50 fish. We also went to Lake Michigan and walked the town of Frankfort.
House rental included kayaks, paddle boards and tons of games. It was equipped to make it feel like home away from home.
We had the best time and will definitely book again in the future.
5.0
Stayed here with family and friends. The purpose of our trip was a fishing trip out of Frankfort. The accommodations and location met our needs. Would definitely recommend.
5.0
My family had such a great time here! The house is equipped with everything you’d need, is absolutely darling, and the owners have gone out of their way to provide extras that make a trip to the UP memorable. Crystal Lake is beautiful. We all (4 teenage boys and their parents) enjoyed exploring on kayaks and paddle boards. Neighbors were kind. Very quiet area. The proximity to the lake, Betsie trail, Beulah, and Frankfurt is fantastic. Great rental! Great trip!
5.0
Thank you for sharing your beautiful home with us! We enjoyed our days playing at the lakes and beaches, sightseeing and just enjoying the area. The house was a great place to rest and recharge for the next days fun. We have two kids (age 4 & 5), they lived the bunk room! We definitely want to come back.
5.0
We used this cottage as a resting spot while we visited our family on a different section of Crystal Lake. As a result, we did not use the beach much but the house provided everything we needed to be comfortable and relax.
5.0
Fun Times
The property is nice. Neighbors are nice. Would love a sandy beach, but I was aware that this property did have lake access and that was fun. We loved the lake, it is so clean and pretty.
5.0
Awesome location, perfectly updated cottage
A great week of water, sun, biking, beaches, breweries, and relaxation in Northern Michigan. The place was just right for our family. Comfortable beds. A modern kitchen and living area. Easy access to the lake and to the bike paths. And a very responsive hostess with great local recommendations. We will definitely be back!
5.0
Perfect little cottage on Crystal Lake!
My husband and our two daughters (1 and 3 yo) had a lovely week at this cottage in June! It was spotlessly clean and modern. Even though it was small, it had all the room we needed. Our 3 yo slept in the bunkbed room (sleeps up to 4), and we set up our 1 yo in her Slumberpod in the sunroom off the kitchen. Livingroom was cozy, and kitchen was well stocked. There was everything you'd ever need to go play in the water, although it was a little too chilly to go swimming. There is a small strip of public access to Crystal Lake at the end of the street which our daughters enjoyed.
Only things to note, especially for families: There's only a shower (no bath) which was a bit challenging for the kids. We purchased a little tub mat to prevent them from slipping in the shower. There's also no washer or dryer. Kids being kids, we had to do a few loads by hand in the kitchen sink and hung our laundry outside to dry on the supplied laundry line and clothes pins. Lastly, there is no AC, but plenty of fans in all the rooms. We had a couple scorcher days and struggled to keep it cool. Just plan to close all the blinds and keep the fans going during the day so it's not too hot at night.
The cottage is super close to everything you need, either in Frankfort, Beulah or Benzonia.
Johnna was very quick in responding to our questions, and the check-in/check out process was super easy. Thank you for sharing your little lake house with us!
5.0
Two bedroom house that can easily fit a family - close to crystal lake and an easy drive to crystal mountain.
5.0
Perfect house for a ski weekend
Two bedroom house that can easily fit a family - close to crystal lake and an easy drive to crystal mountain.
5.0
House worked well for us and our winter getaway!
Had 2 bedrooms and kids enjoyed the fun bunk room.
Couch area was nice and house was clean. Needs for cooking were all met with utensils, pots, colander, plates and bowls.
Proximity to Crystal Mountain was nice for skiing!
Only recommendation would be for guests to be allowed to load dishwasher and be able to leave. The need to unload requires tenants to have stay for cycle.
Thanks for a great stay
5.0
Well-appointed house
House worked well for us and our winter getaway!
Had 2 bedrooms and kids enjoyed the fun bunk room.
Couch area was nice and house was clean. Needs for cooking were all met with utensils, pots, colander, plates and bowls.
Proximity to Crystal Mountain was nice for skiing!
Only recommendation would be for guests to be allowed to load dishwasher and be able to leave. The need to unload requires tenants to have stay for cycle.
Thanks for a great stay
5.0
Property
We loved the house and how close it was to everything. Will definitely come back!
5.0
Clean and comfortable cabin for relaxing getaway
The cabin has been nicely updated and is bright, clean and comfortable. It has easy access to Crystal lake with use of paddleboards and kayaks and the entrance to the bike path is down the road. It is conveniently located between downtown Frankfort and Beuleh. I didn't see or hear anyone else on the street the whole weekend.
5.0
Great little house on a quiet street. The house had everything I needed to cook. The bed was comfortable, making it easy to get good night's sleep. Communication with the host was great.
5.0
Quiet and comfortable
Great little house on a quiet street. The house had everything I needed to cook. The bed was comfortable, making it easy to get good night's sleep. Communication with the host was great.
5.0
Loved it!
Great place and location!
5.0
We love this area! Underrated vacation destination! We recommend that others stay here!
5.0
Great location!
We love this area! Underrated vacation destination! We recommend that others stay here!
5.0
The Brig Stay
Nice place. Liked the south side of crystal lake. Bike trails were close, kayaking was fun, fishing on crystal was a good experience too! We always enjoy Roadhouse Mexican restaurant!👍
5.0
We loved this place!
This was our family’s (2 daughters ages 12 and 20) first time in Michigan and we had many plans to check out different areas while there….however we absolutely loved this property, the water access by it to Crystal Lake,and the cities of Frankfort and Beulah that we never wanted to leave the area! The house is modern, beautiful, well stocked and on a quiet street with friendly neighbors. We especially like the outdoor griddle and cooked many meals out there, along with bonfires in the backyard and playing in the water at the end of the street. The house is very close to Frankfort Beach, Beulah Beach, and Point Betsie. Although it was a warm Summer week when we were there, the lack of AC wasn’t that bad. We brought a fan from home and although the days were toasty, we were barely inside and the nights were perfect. We were so appreciative of the use of their water toys and they helped us really enjoy the water right there at the end of the street. This is very shallow water that is easy to safely play in. It was perfect. Thank you for sharing your perfect house with us! We enjoyed making memories there!
5.0
Excellent lake house vacation!
We really enjoyed our stay here and will definitely stay again! The house was clean and comfortable and the new renovations are lovely. Easy access to the lake was wonderful. The house was well stocked with essentials. Thank you!
5.0
Amazing Cottage!
I love VRBO and have used it several times. This cottage is, by far, the best one I have stayed at. The interior has everything you need kitchen wise. The open layout has plenty of space for family time...and that little back porch if you've had too much family time. The outdoors...truly priceless. I cannot remember a vacation where I felt so relaxed. Being on the sand bar is amazing. I did daily and evening water walks, the water depth was perfect! My boys enjoyed the paddle board, but spent most of their time just floating around. The location is fantastic, too! 10 minutes in either direction takes you to the cutest small towns for meals out. 30 minutes north is Sleeping Bear Dunes for hiking and a ton of beautiful lake Michigan beaches. Thank you for sharing your beautiful home with my family!
FAQs
How much does this cottage cost compared to others in Crystal Lake?
The average price for a rental in Crystal Lake is R 5,125 per night. This rental is R 903 less expensive than the average.
Is parking included with this cottage?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Updated cottage w/ Crystal Lake access, quiet location. 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 Updated cottage w/ Crystal Lake access, quiet location pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this cottage is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Updated cottage w/ Crystal Lake access, quiet location?
We found 7 amenities for this rental. This includes kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, parking, balcony or patio, and dishwasher.
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