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Relaxing Crystal Lake Cottage Retreat - Minutes to the Beach, & Downtown Beulah

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A spacious living area with a large sectional sofa, a coffee table, and a kitchen area with a countertop and appliances.
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A spacious kitchen with wooden ceiling and cabinets, a central island, and a dining area with a large table and chairs.
A spacious kitchen with a marble countertop, blue cabinets, and a large window providing natural light.
A large, multi-story house with a prominent front porch and multiple windows.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Scenic water view
    Relax and unwind with top-rated water views, offering a scenic experience.
  • Sledding nearby
    A rare find — snowy slopes for sledding are just minutes away.
  • By the lake
    Guests love the beautiful lakefront location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Crystal Lake Golf Club

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Dog-friendly
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Beulah, MI
  • Place, Crystal Lake
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Crystal Lake Golf Club
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Crystal Mountain
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Airport, Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪43 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Bunk Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bidet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Beulah

Located in Beulah, this holiday home is in the mountains and 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. Take in the nearby slopes with snowboarding and skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as ice skating and snowmobiling.
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Beulah, MI

What's nearby

  • Crystal Lake - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Crystal Lake Golf Club - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Betsie Valley Trail - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Crystal Mountain - 12 min drive - 19.8 km
  • Front Street - 40 min drive - 59.5 km

Getting around

  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪A Papano's Pizza BEULAH - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Platte River Inn - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Roadhouse Mexican Bar & Grill - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Cherry Hut - ‬14 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Relaxing Crystal Lake Cottage Retreat - Minutes to the Beach, & Downtown Beulah pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

How much does it cost to stay at Relaxing Crystal Lake Cottage Retreat - Minutes to the Beach, & Downtown Beulah?

As of 30 October 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Relaxing Crystal Lake Cottage Retreat - Minutes to the Beach, & Downtown Beulah on 2 February 2027 start from NZ$2,533, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Relaxing Crystal Lake Cottage Retreat - Minutes to the Beach, & Downtown Beulah?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Relaxing Crystal Lake Cottage Retreat - Minutes to the Beach, & Downtown Beulah?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Relaxing Crystal Lake Cottage Retreat - Minutes to the Beach, & Downtown Beulah?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Relaxing Crystal Lake Cottage Retreat - Minutes to the Beach, & Downtown Beulah located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Crystal Lake and Crystal Lake Golf Club. Betsie Valley Trail and Benzie Area Historical Museum are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 29 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 29 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 29 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 29 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 29 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic place for a family reunion because of the house set up and the stunning lake view.. The hosts were incredible and very accommodating. Easily 5/5 stars!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 12 August 2026
We are happy you enjoyed your stay!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our family had an awesome time at this property. It was a great home base for exploring this part of Michigan. Close to shops, beach, and restaurants. Beulah is beautiful! Loved the fire pit and the lake view.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My group of 9 enjoyed our 3 night stay! Erica and John were very responsive, often responding within a few minutes. The location is amazing with a really beautiful overlook of Crystal Lake from the living room. The mornings and sunsets are unmatched here! Everything else in general warrants the 5-star rating: Clean, Functional, Good Condition.I highly recommend this location to others!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice stay with our daughters, their spouses and our grand children (ages 8 months and 10 months). Very child friendly and good separation with the layout. Erica was very responsive on a couple questions. I would stay there again if I get back to Crystal Lake. I am sure most folks would enjoy this property!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This Michigan home made for the perfect weekend stay. The hosts were fabulous and so easy to communicate with and left perfect check-in directions. Everything in the listing was clear and comprehensive. The location is easy to find and the view is a perfect lake view from the deck- great for morning coffee and grilling. The house is very well appointed (every utensil you need to cook, and a coffee bar!) and the home couldn’t be more comfortable. I loved the big main living room- so cozy for a family gathering and plenty of space for everyone to spend time together in one room. The bedrooms are really comfy and the showers have great water pressure. Everything about the house was perfect- we had a fabulous stay! I wish we could have extended our vacation and stayed lounging around the cozy living space for another week. Can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location and views of the lake. We had everything we needed for a long weekend getaway
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

House was amazing and the host were awesome to deal with, very accommodating!!

My family and I had a great experience. We will definitely be staying here again!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 30 July 2023
Thank you so much. It was a pleaaure hosting your family
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The view cannot be beat at this house! Perfectly positioned to watch the sunset on Crystal Lake. We even got to see a firework show on Valentines Day!This was our second time staying here and first time with kids. We felt at home the whole time with plenty of space to unwind and stretch out, on the sectional, after a day of skiing. Only a 15 minute drive to Crystal mountain and less then 5 minutes to downtown Beulah.We’ll definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful place to reconnect with family

We had a small gathering of family to celebrate my dad’s life after his recent passing . We loved the lake view and the weather was perfect. The cottage was well equipped & very comfortable!
Stayed 8 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful property

The house was so cute and we had a great time.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family weekend

Quick weekend with kids and grand dogs hiking and skiing. House had all we needed to spread out; very comfortable, clean and convenient.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Location for Skiing Crystal

We enjoyed our stay very much. The home had great views of the lake and was an excellent location to ski. Close to Beulah and Frankfort as well. We would recommend the cottage for summer and winter visits.
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family gathering

Wakesurfing and water skiing on Crystal Lake. Four days of perfect weather.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great time at Crystal Lake

Perfect little house for our stay in Michigan. Loved how open the main area was and took advantage of deck over looking the lake every chance we could. We didn’t get a chance to fire up the s’mores but appreciate the little welcome gift (and chocolate bars did not go to waste). Would stay again if a chance arrives.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Annual 4th of July Family vacation

This is our annual Beulah/Frankfort family vacation, with extended family across multiple rental homes. This was a perfect location with easy access to Beulah, Frankfort, Point Betsie, and Sleeping Bear Dunes. The house was perfect for 4 adults and 2 teens. The deck allowed for a pretty view of Crystal Lake. The sweet hosts left us a welcome basket with s'mores ingredients, which were put to good use at the fire pit. We had a wonderful stay! Thanks!
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I can't say enough about the hosts, Erica and John. We had a family emergency while staying and they were very accommodating and available if we needed anything. Even though we weren't able to enjoy the property and area as we had intended it was a beautiful place to be able to return to after daily trips to Munson Hospital in TC each day. Thanks again Erica and John
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 17 August 2025
We would love to have you back for a more enjoyable vacation! Hope all is well.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Crystal Mountain Ski Weekend

We rented this home because of the proximity to Crystal Mountain. It was an easy 10 minute drive and we were on the slopes. The house is beautiful and you can watch the sunset over Crystal Lake. Lots of nearby trails for hiking. The house has a great layout and we were 8 people and had plenty of space. We will return!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Lake Town Cottage

This was a great little spot for our Adult Ski trip and I wouldn’t hesitate bringing our kids to this spot. Nice open concept with lots of natural lighting. Perfect for lounging after skiing all day. Only 15 minutes from Crystal Mountain and less than 5 minutes from downtown Beulah. I would highly recommend this house for winter or summer trips! I’m sure it is awesome in the summer since the lake view is 👌
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Lakehouse!

Great Lakehouse that comfortably fit 7 of us. Great location to Frankfort and Sleeping Bear Dunes. Host left us a nice welcoming card and fixings for S’mores. The only reason for 4 stars on accuracy of listing was because I was unable to find public beach access to Crystal lake within walking distance. However, public access to lake was a quick 1-2 mile drive into town of Beulah. I highly recommend this location for any family!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Great property for the price.

Overall the property was great for the price. Good location and got the job done. The heat in the property was a bit all over the place. Some rooms were hot, some cold. Could definately use more bathroom towels. The driveway could have used a proper plow. Plenty of spaces but mostly covered by ice that you couldnt drive over.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Good times

We had a great long weekend here. The property is very newly remodeled and everything is modern and sleek. Our multigenerational group had plenty of space to eat and sit together in the upstairs common area and enough bedrooms for everyone to have some privacy. We were there in the winter so we did not use any of the outdoor things, but inside was great. It was a quick drive to Crystal Mountain to ski and an easy drive up to Traverse City to shop and have dinner. Erica was easy to work with and everything went well. We would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Beautiful & spacious, but empty!

The property is beautiful & spacious & comfortably fit our group of 10. However, only 4 stars because it was EMPTY. Traveling from across the country I was disappointed there was no: Iron/Steamer, Kcups for the coffee machine, Shampoo or Conditioner, Hair Dryer, Salt & Pepper, dish soap & only 3 trashbags for a 3 night stay. Again, absolutely stunning property, just bring everything you may need.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful home and lovely location

The home was perfect for our family. We loved the space and cleanliness of the house. The deck had a great view, comfortable chairs and dog gates were nice for our dogs. It was nice to have comfortable beds and pillows. The area is perfect for quiet evenings watching the sunset and exploring Frankfort and Lake Michigan area. The town has great restaurants and the little beach in town is really nice. It would be nice to have a number to call for firewood delivery and some spices or salt and pepper in the kitchen, and perhaps a regular coffee maker but all very minor just suggestions. We enjoyed the house and will be back for sure. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beulah house

We enjoyed our stay. Here are a few suggestions: 1. The basement rooms were very damp. A dehumidifier might be helpful. 2. The igniters on the stove need to be repaired. 3. We would have appreciated a booklet of information like we’ve seen in other rentals. Information such as when to put out the trash (we figured it out by looking at neighbors), where to shop for groceries, sightseeing places, nearest hospital, how much we were expected to clean up before we left, etc.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Comfortable House

We spent the weekend inside because of the massive snow storm, low temps and terrific strong winds. So, no skiing. But a lot of time in the house, and it was comfortable. Although there was an assortment of pans and dinnerware there are no extras one might find in other rental houses (puzzles, games, brochures about local activities, pantry staples including salt & pepper), so bring anything you need. The bedrooms were nice, and perfect for 3 couples with 2Q and 1K beds. I was a little surprised that the house wasn't as big as it looked in the photos. Short lens camera shots I guess. But it was comfortable
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
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