Crystal Lake Waterfront Cottage with Private Dock, Yard, & Hot Tub

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Beautiful view from the beginning of the dock.

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Host

3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 8130 sq m

Popular amenities

Hot tub

Free WiFi

Dryer

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Outdoor space

Explore the area

Beulah, MI

Crystal Lake Golf Club6 min drive
Platte Lake6 min drive
Betsie Valley Trail7 min drive
Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker)33 min drive

We had a great time; lake was so clear and beautiful. The small-town feel was just what we were looking for. Close enoug...

Shannon S.

Sep 19, 2023

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Double Beds and 2 Single Beds

Loft

1 Double Futon and 1 King Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathhouse Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Loft Bath

Toilet

Main Floor

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

This vacation rental is located on the northside of Crystal Lake 3 miles from downtown Beulah. You and your guests are sure to enjoy the 110 feet of private frontage directly on the lake with a large and deep side yard; plenty of space for kids and guests to play games and enjoy the views. A fire pit and Adirondack chairs are close to the water and a perfect spot to watch the beautiful sunsets over the Lake while enjoying a fire by the water. The house is a short drive from Frankfort and Sleeping Bear Dunes National Park. A 40 minute drive to Traverse City is a great way to spend a rainy day! An abundance of beautiful, public golf courses are a stone’s throw away for the golfers in your group, and Crystal Mountain for those who prefer a spa day or a day at the pool for the little ones. A long dock with a swimming platform at the end is the perfect place to relax in the sun and cool off in the water. Water toys for guests include 2 new single sit on top kayaks, 2 paddleboards, and a hot tub that will seat 6. Additional items include use of lifejackets, free Wi-Fi, TV w/ sound bar, bath towels, and linens, a gas and a charcoal grill, and a clothes dryer. There is also a basketball hoop, bocce ball set and games and puzzles to enjoy. The main house consists of a newly remodeled kitchen with full appliance package vaulted ceilings in living and dining area that overlook the lake. There are 2 bedrooms on the first level with a full newly remodeled bathroom and a large loft with a king bed, futon, and a half bath on the second floor. All bedrooms have new beds, mattresses, and linens. Bed 1 – Queen; Bed 2 – 1 Full, 1 Twin, 1 Bunk Bed with a Twin over a Full; Bed 3-King Bed + a Queen Futon. The second building consists of a full bath which is great for a hose off or to use the bathroom when you are playing in the water or outside; you do not have to go into the main house. There is also a kitchenette with sink, extra full sized refrigerator, and clothes dryer. A large deck off of the kitchen/living area with picnic table faces the lake and provides beautiful views; below the deck a large patio area with room to play basketball, a hot tub and another picnic table/

Property manager

Jamie Clough

Premier Host

Amenities

Hot tub

Kitchen

Dryer

Free WiFi

Outdoor space

Lake view

Welcome to The Guest House! This is the view of the house from the beach side.

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

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

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

About the area

Beulah

Located in Beulah, this holiday home is on the waterfront. 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. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and hiking/biking trails.

Beulah, MI

What's nearby

Crystal Lake Golf Club - 6 min drive
Platte Lake - 6 min drive
Betsie Valley Trail - 7 min drive
Champion Hill Golf Course - 13 min drive
Frankfort Beach - 20 min drive

Getting around

Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

McDonald's - 9 min drive
Roadhouse Mexican Bar & Grill - 8 min drive
Five Shores Brewing - 6 min drive
Platte River Inn - 11 min drive
A&W Restaurant - 17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Crystal Lake Waterfront Cottage with Private Dock, Yard, & Hot Tub pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Crystal Lake Waterfront Cottage with Private Dock, Yard, & Hot Tub?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Crystal Lake Waterfront Cottage with Private Dock, Yard, & Hot Tub?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Crystal Lake Waterfront Cottage with Private Dock, Yard, & Hot Tub located?

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

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Shannon S., Avon , In

19 September 2023

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

Wonderful cabin / Great location

We had a great time; lake was so clear and beautiful. The small-town feel was just what we were looking for. Close enough for some adventures in Sleeping Bear Dunes and Traverse City. The owner was available for any questions we had and left a nice little welcome gift. The bathhouse worked out great for an extra shower room. We would love to stay again in summer when water is warm enough to go in. 7 of us fit comfortably in this house.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gus O.

22 August 2023

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

Great place to get away and have some fun!

We just completed a bachelor party weekend at this property, and had an absolute blast. The owners were super communicative and left us a nice welcome package when we arrived. We made fires, enjoyed the hot tub, played ladder golf, and swam in the lake. The location is 20/30 minutes from the big hits - the dunes, glen arbor, and empire, so excursions are super easy. Will definitely be looking to return in the future!

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

julie h.

15 August 2023

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

Fantastic Stay at the Clough Cottage

We had a truly lovely family visit at the Clough Cottage on Crystal Lake. The kayaks, SUPs, hot tub, and basketball court provided constant fun for our family and the nieces/nephews visiting from adjacent Frankfort. The extra lawn space was also great fun for outdoor activities. You can also find shade to relax during every point in the day, and the hammock was always occupied. Crystal Lake is beautiful and very shallow until way out. Jamie was just lovely to work with, super accommodating, and the welcome basket a wonderful touch of kindness.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl M.

14 August 2023

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Homey

Great location and a beautiful place. Could have been cleaner. A lot of spiders and webs. Overall a great place to enjoy the lake.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eric F., Clarkston

16 July 2023

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

Great Place!!

We had a wonderful time! In my opinion, pictures don’t capture how great of a cabin and location it is. The cabin was very clean and very good communication with the owners. Would love to come back!

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

About the host

Hosted by Jamie Clough

Our grandmother started coming to Crystal Lake as a young child; her uncle was Dee Pennington, who once had a Cherry Farm on what is now Pennington Park. Our father spent his childhood summers on the farm and lake and started bringing us here as young children. Both he and our grandmother instilled a lifelong love of all things Crystal Lake, which we now instill in our own children. Though we are a few generations of families born and raised in Cleveland, I now live and raise my children in Traverse City, and Jamie, who lives in Chicago, gets up here with his children as often as he can. We are happy to share our cottage with you and hope that your family enjoys the beauty of all that comes with it during your visit, making memories that will be cherished for years to come.

Why they chose this property

Not as populated as Glen or Torch Lakes; Crystal Lake has the same beautiful, blue, crystal clear waters as the others, just less traffic!

What makes this property unique

In addition to the unusually large yard for Crystal Lake, you can't beat the location. Biking distance to Beulah and the beautiful Betsie Trail that you can ride into Frankfort; close drive to Frankfort; close proximity to all of Sleeping Bear Dunes National Park; short drive to Empire and Glen Arbor, a little further drive along Lake Michigan will bring you to Leland and the famous Fish Town and Suttons Bay; close to the many vineyards that inhabit both Leelanau and Old Mission Peninsulas; approximately 40 minutes to Traverse City; less than 10 minutes to Crystal Mountain. Perfect location for either lounging and playing at the Lake or taking drives to beautiful, scenic parks for hikes and picture ops or historic little lakeside towns.