Friendly lakeside home w/ full kitchen and WiFi - close to golf and lakes - Benzie County

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3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6139 sq m

Popular amenities

Fireplace

Washer

Dryer

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Outdoor space

Explore the area

Beulah, MI

Crystal Lake Golf Club5 min drive
Betsie Valley Trail6 min drive
Platte Lake6 min drive
Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker)35 min drive

The cottage fit our families needs perfectly. With five adults and an older teenager everyone had plenty of space. The c...

Marcy B.

Feb 12, 2024

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Balcony

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Friendly lakeside home w/ full kitchen and WiFi - close to golf and lakes

Agua Bella

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Bright, sunny, and right on the banks of Crystal Lake, this fun home is ready to welcome vacationing guests. The four twin beds make it an ideal choice for a family with many kids. The private gas grill is the perfect setup for family cookouts. Feel free to hang up bathing suits on the clothesline and relax on the balcony overlooking the lake.

What's nearby:
The couldn't-be-closer setting on Crystal Lake is just the beginning. This home is also within eight miles of Long Lake, Rush Lake, Platte Lake, and Little Platte Lake. Point Betsie Lighthouse (also just under eight miles away) is the perfect gateway to Lake Michigan. When guests need a break from lakeside activities (or the parents want a private getaway), Cherry Bowl Drive-In Theatre provides fun viewing during the summer season just under six miles away. Golf courses abound in this area, the closest being Crystal Lake Golf (about three-and-a-half miles away), Pinecroft Golf Course, (just over four miles away), and Champion Hill Golf Course (just over six miles away).

Things to know:
Free WiFi and cable
Full kitchen

This property is managed by Vacasa Michigan LLC

*Please Note: Crystal Mountain Resort will be limiting access to the ski slopes this winter. All guests arriving during the time the resort is open should be aware to purchase lift tickets in advance as walk-ups may be turned away.

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 3 vehicles.

Dock details:

Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit.
More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.

Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

Property manager

Vacasa of Michigan

Premier Host

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Outdoor space

Barbecue grill

Lake view

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

For information about quiet hours, please refer to the listing description.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

Beulah

Located in Beulah, this holiday home is on the beach. While the natural beauty of Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore and Lake Michigan can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Crystal Mountain. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Beulah, MI

What's nearby

Crystal Lake Golf Club - 5 min drive
Betsie Valley Trail - 6 min drive
Platte Lake - 6 min drive
Champion Hill Golf Course - 13 min drive
Frankfort Beach - 15 min drive

Getting around

Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

McDonald's - 8 min drive
Roadhouse Mexican Bar & Grill - 8 min drive
Five Shores Brewing - 6 min drive
Platte River Inn - 10 min drive
A&W Restaurant - 17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Friendly lakeside home w/ full kitchen and WiFi - close to golf and lakes pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Friendly lakeside home w/ full kitchen and WiFi - close to golf and lakes?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Friendly lakeside home w/ full kitchen and WiFi - close to golf and lakes?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Friendly lakeside home w/ full kitchen and WiFi - close to golf and lakes located?

Situated on the beach, this holiday home is 2.9 mi (4.6 km) from Crystal Lake Golf Club and within 6 miles (10 km) of Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore and Lake Michigan. Platte Lake and Betsie Valley Trail are also within 6 miles (10 km).

9.0

Wonderful

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8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Marcy B.

12 February 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quick Weekend Getaway

The cottage fit our families needs perfectly. With five adults and an older teenager everyone had plenty of space. The cottage is laid out perfect for its size. Plenty of parking for three cars as well. The kitchen had a wide range of cooking utensils, pots, pans and everything you would need to cook at home. The only thing we couldn't find was a wine opener yet that won't be a problem any more since we bought one and left it behind. Great outdoor space if you have warmer weather to enjoy it. Even though it was February a couple of our kiddos decided to go for a quick dip in the lake. Yes, it was cold and I got it all on video. The view is to die for. We were able to enjoy a sunset while enjoying a warm fire inside and a sunrise while enjoying a cup of coffee and breakfast. The location was suitable for all the activities everyone wanted to do. From skiing/snowboarding, enjoying a glass of wine at the winery close by, visiting Point Betsie Lighthouse, and exploring Frankfort and the surrounding area. Everyone in our party was able to do what they wanted. My husband commented that, " it was the best cottage we ever stayed in for its size." That says it all since he doesn't dole out complements easily. We will definitely be back. If you decide to stay you won't regret it. We enjoyed every moment and so will you.

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda D.

7 August 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Another great stay at Aqua Bella…

We’ve stayed at this property 4 times now and will keep coming back. Perfect location - close to Beulah, Frankfort, Crystal Downs, Platte Lake, M22 etc. Would love a king bed upstairs instead of the Queen but we made it work!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Chris H.

15 July 2023

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Disliked: Cleanliness

Fantastic Location but property was not clean

We loved the location of the property and the cottage is so cute but it is in desperate need of a deep cleaning. Firstly, we opened the fridge to find crumbs, smears, and hair. There were crumbs and hair in the silverware drawer as well. Pulled a few dishes out of the cabinet and the plates had old food stuck on. After an 11 hour drive we spent the remaining Saturday evening and Sunday morning cleaning. We also washed all the mattress pads, sheets and towels due to spot’s being on them. Crumbs and dirt on the floor as well. The living room arm chairs and sofa were sticky to the touch. We remedied the situation by putting throw blankets over the furniture. Outdoor seat cushions were ripped and spotty. We bought towels from dollar general to cover them. If the cottage had been cleaned properly we would give 5 stars for every category. Danielle, the Vacasa rep answered every question quickly and came over to see for herself the poor condition of the interior. She was quite helpful. After we vacuumed, mopped, swept, and laundered the linens the cottage was quite comfortable. Danielle has refunded the cleaning fee but we were hoping for a full day refund since we spent our first day cleaning. Would stay here again as long as it’s been properly cleaned.

Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023

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6/10 Okay

Cathy R.

18 December 2022

Agua Bella

The view, the beach, the porch, the dock, the water, the master bedroom.

6/10 Okay

Margaret P.

12 June 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful location, disappointed with owner and managing company

This cottage was as lovely as the pictures. Location on water and large deck were perfect, great for many people to enjoy-meals, reading, etc. Nice to have comfortable outdoor furniture on the deck, balcony and dock. The layout was perfect for our multi generational family of 5. Updates to the kitchen and bathrooms were very well done. We did have intermittent hot water, and minimal water pressure to the main floor shower(not usable to shower), with second floor bathroom sink that was backed up/very slow to drain. It was easy to contact Vacasa, but communication from them was spotty, ie 15 min hold when asking status of plumber arrival, and after being told repeatedly that plumber was coming, we were not informed that he wouldn't arrive until the next day. Assistance with plumbing issues took 24 hours, understandable I assume as it was a holiday, but the owner did not allow the plumber to address the slow draining sink. It was my understanding she didn't want to pay the weekend charges from the plumbing company. In the end, the hot water and very low water pressure to shower were related to scale build up that plumber stated was a general maintenance issue. Our issues were resolved, except for the backed up sink that my husband managed to fix himself. So overall, loved the cottage, but turned off by owner's unwillingness to allow all plumbing issues to be addressed, and very frustrated with poor communication with the managing company, Vacasa of Michigan.

Stayed 4 nights in May 2022