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Crystal Lake Cottage with Private Dock

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Side view of cottage. Water access across street
Living room- Futon folds out into Full
Private Dock for Guest with sandy bottom. Perfect for pontoon boat rental
1/2 mile away.. Newly built 2nd beach area with tiered grassy sections
Full Kitchen with electric stove.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 665.0 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Crystal, MI
  • Crystal Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Crystal Township Park
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Crystal Motor Speedway
    ‪16 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Main Full

1 Double Bed

Twin

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Crystal Lake Cottage with Private Dock

*Summer Cottage on Crystal Lake
*No Parties
*9PM until 8AM community Quiet Hours
*Renter Agreement must be signed after booking
*Please be respectful of the neighbors so we can continue sharing this beautiful place with guests

SLEEPS: 6
BEDROOMS: 2
BATHROOMS: 1

LAKE ACCESS: Private Dock for boat mooring across the street with public launch site close by. Spacious backyard.

*A/C Unit in living room and space heaters available.

HOME LAYOUT:
-One level Home
-Bedroom 1: One Full Bed
-Bedroom 2: 2 Twin bed
-Living Room: Fold out Full size Futon Couch
-Bathroom 1: Shower, toilet, Sink

KITCHEN:
*Fully Equipped Kitchen
*Towels, dishcloth, 1 roll paper towel and 1 sponge provided

OTHER:
*Wireless Internet, smart TV
*Linens, Bathroom towels and washcloths provided

OUTDOORS:
*Free Parking- 4 Vehicles, ask about additional parking needs.
*Large yard space across road of lakeside dock.
*Concrete patio and table
*Charcoal Grill

BOATS:
*Feel free to bring your own kayaks and paddle boards to use
*Public launch and dock available. Host approval if you'd like to bring a boat
*Pontoon rental available from local rental company. Ask for details.

DIGITAL GUIDEBOOK will be sent and have the complete list of recommendations!

GROCERY STORE:
Blanchard's Thriftaway - 1 min (0.5 miles)
Dollar General - 1 min (0.3 miles)

RESTAURANTS:
Wet Spot Bar and Grill - 2 mins (0.4 miles)
Crystal Lake Cafe - 2 mins (0.3 miles)
The Uptown Bar & Cafe - 2 mins (0.4 miles)
Sidney Tavern - 15 mins (11.3 miles)
Oliver's Pizza Planet - 2 mins (0.5 miles)

Drugs/Smoking/Fireworks: We do not permit illegal drugs of any kind on the property. Fireworks are also prohibited.
Because we have close neighbors, smoking is strongly discouraged around the home and strictly prohibited in the home.
All sheets and duvet covers are laundered between guest stays. Smoke and CO detectors as well as fire extinguisher gauges are checked for functionality.
All sheets and duvet covers are laundered between guest stays. Smoke and CO detectors as well as fire extinguisher gauges are checked for functionality.
EXTENDED STAYS longer than 2 WEEKS, inquire about DISCOUNT

FEES?
*Smoke/Marijuana smell in home: $200 Fee. This can be from just having the product in the home and/or on clothes you smoke in so be mindful and leave those in your vehicle.
*Pets: Not allowed
*Stays 10 days and greater are subject to mid-stay clean of $35 added additionally.

Property manager

Jennifer Polcyn
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
Lake view

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
A signed rental agreement is required
A deposit hold of $500 will be placed prior to check-in and released after checkout if no damages occurred.
Minimum age of Primary Renter is 25 years of age, and Primary renter must be present on site for duration of 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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Crystal

Located in Crystal, this cottage is on the waterfront. MCC Barn Theater and Edmore Pine Forest Historical Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Crystal Golf Course and Holland Lake Golf Course. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Crystal Motor Speedway or Mid Michigan Motorplex. With power boating, fishing and swimming nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
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Crystal, MI

What's nearby

  • Crystal Lake - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Crystal Township Park - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Crystal Motor Speedway - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Loon Lake - 9 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Alma College - 44 min drive - 38.9 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Wet Spot - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Rusty Nail - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Rainbow Gardens Roller Rink - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Crystal Lake Cafe - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Ike's Ice Cream Shack - ‬7 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Crystal Lake Cottage with Private Dock pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Crystal Lake Cottage with Private Dock?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Crystal Lake Cottage with Private Dock?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Crystal Lake Cottage with Private Dock located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Crystal Lake and Crystal Township Park. David R. Noll Memorial Park and Crystal Motor Speedway are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rene D.

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

Cozy Cabin

This property was clean and very well kept. We really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Frances F.

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

Perfect cottage at Crystal Lake

We had two family weddings in the area; the cottage was perfect for us. Clean, beautiful view and comfortable beds; great TV and WiFi. Crystal lake is charming- we will book again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wesley H.

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

3rd year staying

We love this little cottage! It's the perfect location for our little family getaway.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

leon s.

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

50th Anniversary Celebration

Beautiful quiet location with view of Crystal Lake. Enjoyed renting a pontoon boat as well. We used to rent a cottage up here so it holds special memories for our family. Wonderful!😊
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle R.

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

Work stay

We appreciate all Jennifer did to make this great stay! Thank you!
Stayed 28 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alecia A.

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

Great view, great location!

This was our very first experience renting a cottage on VRBO and we couldn't have asked for a better experience. Jennifer was amazing and communicated with us wonderfully. The cottage was perfect for our family. The view and location were great. Our teenager and his friend were able to walk to the park, the beach, up town to the stores and even went to the movies.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Kimberly G.

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

Peaceful Cottage by the Lake

My elderly father and I enjoyed our stay at this cottage, especially the view of the lake from the living room. Unfortunately, the weather dipped into the 40s and there was no heat in the cottage, which we weren't aware of. The host was immediately responsive to our concern, though, and sent over a couple of space heaters which helped a lot. The cottage is very modest and could use a few more upgrades (like more comfortable seating in the living room--the futon is good for an extra bed but not good for sitting!) All in all, it was suitable for the location and our visit to the area. A family with children would really enjoy the backyard and lake access, in warmer weather, of course!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Megan H.

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

Lovely lake vacation

A family wedding was planned and my nieces and nephews were able to attend and stay in Jennifer's property! It was very well appointed and clean. Perfect for two couples and one toddler! Very easily accessible to downtown KRYSTAL within walking distance of playgrounds and breakfast spots! They had a great time!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Schuyler K.

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

Getaway

We had some not so great weather, but this cottage was set up to host us both in and outdoors! We very much enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ryan D.

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

Good Lake Spot

A nice location on the lake and in a neat small town. Secluded enough for privacy, but close to downtown for ice cream and food. Enjoyed my stay
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca N.

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

Great get away

Love the updates great place to stay and relax
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Toby D.

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

Surgical recovery stay

Pleasant and views were amazing!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carrie L.

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

Great little cottage with dock access

We loved that the cottage had dock access! We brought our small boat and really enjoyed not needing to take it out of the water every night. We had wonderful communication with the host and couldn’t have asked for a better stay. Since we had a complete rain out day, we enjoyed the board games which came with the cabin. We loved our stay and would come back for another stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brenda A.

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

Great View

The property was really clean. The check-in process was super easy. The owner was very responsive to questions. There’s a huge front yard for outdoor games or just to enjoy the view. It’s not on the main road around Crystal so the road noise was quiet.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Hana Z.

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

Family fun

We had a great time at the lake. My kids enjoyed their time swimming and fishing.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robert B.

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

Great Location

This is our fifth year staying here. Always an enjoyable stay close to everything.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cathy B.

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

Great place

Clean and comfy!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Lori S., Marysville, MI

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

Beautiful lake!

Enjoyed the lake and the ability to swim right there by the dock. Would recommend stairs on the side of dock for easier access to get down into the lake. The cottage had all the necessities we needed. We Just brought our own beach towels and camp chairs for fire pit. Charcoal and lighter fluid for BBQ. You can buy firewood a short distance from the cottage. The cottage is dated and bedrooms small. But overall, we enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Wesley H.

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

Love the place!

We spent a long weekend here last year and loved it so much we booked again! The home is exactly as listed and met all of our needs. There was even some nice updates made to the rental since last year! It was extremely easy to get into contact with the host. She even stopped by to say hello and drop off some sweets. We love the place and hope to stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shannon B.

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

Family Reunion

I rented this place for extra space for our family reunion. Lots of elderly people in my family requiring a good bed to sleep on instead of air mattresses and sofas. Fmamily from Florida stayed and enjoyed the cabin, the view of the water and close proximity to grocery and other stores. They sure enjoyed it.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Lori C.,

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

Nice location

This property is an older style cottage. It is set on a nice piece of property and has a nearby dock that we used to access our kayaks. The lake is smaller and the water was warm. We even caught a few fish! The inside of the cottage is dated and the bedroom carpets dirty. The front full bed was comfortable for my husband, but I woke up daily with pains in my neck and shoulders.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Maggie M.

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

Visit

A couple of fans did not work. The can opener did not work. Neighbor right next door was friendly and left us alone when we said no thank you. As we were packing up today someone was weed whacking all around @ 9 a.m. check out is 11. Other than that we loved that we had a dock to keep the boat in the water. The kids loved swimming and boating. Thanks again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca N.

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

Stuff

Stand up shower leaks in corn all over the floor, other wise that it was a great time may rebook again, left a business card with brother on maybe some future work if need on the decks and trailer or even the cabin if interested.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

John M., Saint Clair Shores

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

Perfect getaway

Great little cottage with lake access. Plenty of space, lake was perfect, as was the small public access beach. People were friendly and town was accessible and varied. Carson city was also close and we took advantage of playground and splash pad there. Saturday night was the crystal speedway races which we way more fun than expected. Overall we had a great stay. Thanks!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

John T.

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

Nice Little Place!

We had a really wonderful time while staying here for the week! We were concerned about the size of the AC unit when we got there, but it kept up pretty good. The bedrooms did have fans that helped. The town of Crystal was fun with the Old School movie theatre, 3 nice restuarants, hardware store, grocery and DG. I will say that that you will drive a ways to find find the touristy things to do, as this is out in the middle of farmland. We did notice that Michigan folks don't wave when you drive by but we did meet some really nice people! We would recommend a quite stay here anytime!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021

About the host

Hosted by Jennifer Polcyn

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Why they chose this property

This property has wonderful views of the lake and is perfect for any getaway. You will have access to a private dock across the street from the cottage, a large front yard, secluded enough for privacy but also close to the town's activities, groceries, food, and ice cream. There is also public access to the lake and a boat launch which gives the guests the option to enjoy the whole 724 acres of Crystal Lake if they choose.

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English

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