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Mid-century family retreat with a breathtaking view and a private beach!

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Front of House and patio as seen from top of bluff
Miscellaneous
Sunset from the front lawn.
View to the east over lake.
Fireplace and seating in main room.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
8 bedrooms4+ bathroomsSleeps 244000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Gym

Explore the area

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

Rooms & beds

8 bedrooms (sleeps 24)

Canopy Room

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

Ducky Room

1 Double Bed and 1 Queen Bed

George and Mary's room

2 Single Beds

Grandmothers' room

1 King Bed

Green Room

2 Single Beds

Lisa's Room

1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

Meg's Room

1 Double Bed and 1 King Bed

Trina & Dave's Room

3 Single Beds and 1 Child Bed

4 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 5

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Dining area

About this property

Mid-century family retreat with a breathtaking view and a private beach!

Welcome to High Birches, where serenity meets adventure on the shores of Crystal Lake. Our 8-bedroom retreat, nestled 125 feet above the water, offers natural beauty and a vintage cottage core charm. Enjoy 400 feet of pristine lake frontage with a private sandy beach, perfect for lounging, swimming, and water sports. Guests can unwind on the expansive lakefront patio, ideal for hosting meals al fresco, or explore the private woodland trails spanning 22 acres of lush woods. For those seeking recreation, our amenities include a tennis/pickleball court, outdoor games, and biking trails around the lake. Perfect for relaxation and outdoor fun in Northern Michigan.

Some popular amenities we offer:
* Recently remodeled kitchen is well equipped
* The beach features a long dock, with space to sit over the water, a swimming raft,
paddle boards, beach chairs, and toys for all
* Two boats available for rent with boating experience or license (more below)
* There is a sunfish sailing boat (no rental charge)
* Comfortable campfire locations by the house and the beach
* A tennis court with a garage full of outdoor activities
* Hammock for afternoon relaxation
* A swing set for the younger crowd
* Internet for those work from home folk and a television for non-favorable weather
* Winter Activities such as sledding (down our half-mile driveway), skiing, and skating
* Dog Friendly

Nearby Attractions:
* Golf courses
* Fishing / Hunting
* Hiking and trails
* Mushrooming
* Point Betsie Lighthouse (Highly Recommend for a beautiful sunset)
* Sleeping Bear Dunes
* Frankfort Lighthouse and beach
* Crystal Mountain



Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
Only with specific permission.
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Pets

Pets allowed
Dogs only, with specific permission.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking anywhere in house
Dogs must be crated when left alone in house.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Note from host: Only with specific permission.
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 deadlock

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Beulah

Located in Beulah, this holiday home is near a water park and on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore and Lake Michigan. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or try out other outdoor activities such as sledging and snowmobiling.
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Beulah, MI

What's nearby

  • Crystal Lake Golf Club - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Crystal Mountain - 16 min drive - 20.9 km
  • Little River Casino - 42 min drive - 58.3 km
  • Front Street - 43 min drive - 59.8 km
  • Traverse City Beach - 50 min drive - 66.0 km

Getting around

  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪A Papano's Pizza BEULAH - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Cherry Hut - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Papa J's Pizzeria & Diner - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Platte River Inn - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Mid-century family retreat with a breathtaking view and a private beach! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Mid-century family retreat with a breathtaking view and a private beach!?

As of 2 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Mid-century family retreat with a breathtaking view and a private beach! on 26 May 2026 start from £649, 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 Mid-century family retreat with a breathtaking view and a private beach!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Mid-century family retreat with a breathtaking view and a private beach!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Mid-century family retreat with a breathtaking view and a private beach!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Mid-century family retreat with a breathtaking view and a private beach! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Beulah holiday home is within 3 mi (5 km) of Crystal Lake Golf Club, Pinecroft Golf Course and Betsie Valley Trail. Benzie Area Historical Museum is 2.8 mi (4.5 km) away.

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. 43 out of 54 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 54 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 54 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 54 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 54 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect place for a family reunion
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pam G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved everything about this property. Toys galore for the kids and the beach and lake were perfect. We will definitely stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tatyana K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very large and spacious home. The view is absolutely beautiful! Perfect distance away from all the business but can still get into town in a pretty short time. The kitchen was well equipped, and perfect for cooking family dinner. Would 100% book again if in the area
Afternoon view
Morning view
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Well kept, comfortable and roomy. Perfect for my golf buddies. Kudos to our hosts
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
very well maintained property and dwelling.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Misty C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It's a well-used family place, not fancy, but large and sprawling. The kitchen is generously outfitted, the bathrooms are fine, some of the beds a bit soft, but there are plenty to choose from! The beachfront, too is spacious and sandy, though it's not directly accessible; the house's bluff-top site, though, makes for great views.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sherry L.

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

Awesome Hosts

George is an awesome host, very responsive and supportive to provide the best experience possible.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mickey M.

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

Old guys golf trip

12 guys in our 60's who have been together since college. Annual trip that has been all over the country. What was great is to easily accommodat all of us in one building and allowed us to not have to be crammed into a group of condo's etc.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William J. W.

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

Great property and biews

We had a group of eight guys for a golf trip. We were looking for something central to the courses we played. (Bluffs north and south, The Bear and Kingsley). The location was perfect and the rooms comfortable. Great evenings at the fire pit. Didn’t get to enjoy the lake, but hope to return sometime in the future. Would work great for large families.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joe S.

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

weekend getaway!

In looking for an affordable location to celebrate our friend's bachelor party weekend, this house was excellent. Most of us are already married and wanted to have a relaxing weekend with friends, so we were so happy that the house was so spacious. Everyone had enough space to enjoy miscellaneous activities and there was enough room if you wanted privacy. We thoroughly enjoyed the fire pit outside, as well as making use of the lake. Also, we are really happy to all sit at the kitchen table for meals for the first few days. Thank you again for a wonderful stay. We would highly advocate this place to anyone!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ben A.

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

His high birches

The pictures do not do this place justice! What an amazing view from so far up! Very private very secluded. It's not very often that you are above the eagles and swans. I rented this place as a surprise to my family we had 19 people ranging in age from 6 months to 69 years old. Plenty of room for everyone. If I could rate it higher than 5 I most definitely would!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Grace W.

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

Beautiful house for large family

We absolutely loved our time at this house! As our family has grown we had to go to renting 2 houses for vacation until we found this one. Plenty of space for the 10 adults and 11 kids aged 1-11 to spend together and not feel cramped. Enough space to spread out and have alone time too when needed. The private beach had something for everyone and our time spent there=priceless. Our only critique would be it could benefit from a good spring cleaning before opening it up for the summer season. (Windows/screens/baseboards/beach shed broken toy check, you know the stuff that only needs doing once a year) We will definitely be back again someday!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Caraton C.

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

Amazing location

I give this stay 8/10. Many of my family would have given lower due to the beds being in rough shape and no AC. But the location and view is what you come for. Unreal spot. The house is a long hike down the hill to the beach across the road. The basement also smells terrible like it has mold and we could not use it. It also had old women’s clothing from the 1900’s in many of the closets that was very odd. The house hasn’t been set up to be a rental like most on this site. With that said I would stay here.if you’re someone who cares more about the location like I do.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Archival

8/10 Good

Winter Weekend at Crystal Lake Property

Space was certainly not an issue with this house. Plenty of bedrooms and living space. Lots of towels. Stunning property, with 30 acres on what looks like one of the highest spots on the lake. Very long 1/3-mile driveway, but it was cleared before we got up on the morning after a six-inch snowfall. I can see where this would be a great summer get-away for a large family or group. The house has a lot of character, and it seems like stepping into the sixties. Could use some new updates, especially the kitchen. Some in our group complained a little about a musty odor. It was very prevalent in the basement. We also noticed some mouse traps. We were suprised to find the refrigerator and freezer so full. There were many spoilable condements in the fridge, and we had to move them outside so we could have enough room for our food. We wished we had another shower. Nobody used the basement shower because it did not look very clean. Plenty of hot water. We never ran out. There were two large bathrooms upstairs with showers. Individual heat controls in the upstairs bedrooms were a plus. We were puzzled by the absence of any electrical outlets in the half-bath off of the bedroom downstairs. Had to run an extension cord for a blow drier. There was plenty of fire wood, and we had a good fire every night. Enjoyed the stereo, which we hooked to an IPOD. We had a couple of kids in our group for a night, and they enjoyed the toys in the enclosed porch. All-in-all, we had a good experience, and will consider renting it again. I recommend this to large groups, but understand that this is not modern luxury. It is comfortable and quirky; a big old-time cottage that can be a lot of fun.
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Jul 2023
Thanks loads for this fair and honest review. The home suffers some because of its age (the lack of outlets and such), and the downstairs shower can be daunting, again because of its age (it's really quite clean -- I use it regularly). But we will make a better effort to keep the accumulated stuff out of the fridge. We hope to upgrade the kitchen in the next few years, and install a second fridge in the basement.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachel B.

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

Great property in a perfect location w/ A++ hosts!

What a blessing to find this property to hold our large family (17 of us) for a wedding weekend! Enough rooms and beds for everyone. Plus, plenty of bathroom space so we all were able to get ready for the wedding in plenty of time. Beautiful views of Crystal Lake and a perfect location. Then Linquists are lovely hosts. Thank you for sharing your home with us.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Brenda B.

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

Girls up north club

Everything about this place is beautiful and wonderful, except the cleanliness. Just needs a good “ spring cleaning”
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert h.

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

The view is worth the price of admission

Stayed with a group of 12 guys for our annual golf trip. This house is huge. We were all able to hangout in the living room without issue. The back yard has a ton of seating and a fire pit. But the view! At any time you could catch 5 or 6 of us out there talking just enjoying the view.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Lindsey N.

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

Beautiful Oasis

This place was absolutely perfect for our large family getaway. We had 8 adults and 7 kids (ages 1-11) and there was more than enough room for everyone. Plenty of bedrooms and beds and tons 3 full floors of living space. The property was amazing. A stunning view of Crystal Lake, and 30 acres of woods surrounding it with trails to wander. The beach area was very nice but we had more fall weather so didn't use it as much as one would in the summer. We did get to take the pontoon boat out a few times and the kayaks as well. Overall, the space was lovely and we would recommend over and over again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Judith D.

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

Walkie Talkies

We loved this place! The view was wonderful, the weather was great.....we enjoyed just sitting outside. The house was perfect for a large group. We've been hiking together for years and this was a nice place for us....checked off all the boxes!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carrie L.

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

Lovely property

We had a fantastic time at this beautiful lake house. You cannot beat the view! The private beach is perfect for kids and they have it fully stocked with toys for both grownups and kids.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Trent B.

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

Golf trip

We have a group of 16 guys that take a golf trip every year. We’ve been doing this for over 20 years. This is one of the best spots we’ve stayed. The view was awesome and we enjoyed the fire pit and the outdoor space. The house had everything we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Ray C.

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

Great spot for a large family!

Let me first start off by saying George was always fast to respond to any questions we had. The house was large and spacious. Definitely that cottage home feeling out in the quiet woods over looking the lake. Plenty of beds and plenty of bathrooms for everyone to use. Really nice updated kitchen area. George was not lying when he recommended AWD or 4WD vehicles because parts of the driveway can get steep. The home definitely served it purpose for our wedding weekend event and being able to have the whole family under 1 roof was amazing. My 2 only small complaints were my mother in law had to go around and clean simple things like windows and window sills because they must have been missed but with an amazing view thru the large windows, it was hard not see the dirt and smudges everywhere. Like I stated before we had a large group so we had to utilize the tennis courts for parking, but when I called Bob the "maintenance guy" to plow or clean it up because of the amount of people we had, he huffed and sounded like it was a problem coming out. He said "I'll see what I can do" and just never showed up. Apparently there were supposed to be sand bags or barrels somewhere for us to use for ice but never found it so I just ran into town to purchase salt bags for the top of the driveway that everyone had problems with. But overall a good stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan A.

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

Quiet Winter Destination

This house was ideal for a winter long-weekend getaway. The house was spacious with plenty of room for the 16 guests in my party. The living room contains a large wood-burning fireplace that we enjoyed sitting in front of playing cards. The house is perched atop a large hill with outstanding views of Crystal Lake and the surrounding area. While the driveway is steep in parts, it was well-plowed and was even attended to after we received a few inches of snow during our stay. The surrounding area provides plentiful winter activities. We went skiing at nearby Crystal Mountain ski resort, which was a short 15-minute drive away. We also enjoyed the proximity to Traverse City which made air travel easier for some of the guests. Overall this house had everything we were looking for in a winter-destination cabin. I would highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patricia H.

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

Great Winter Getaway

Great place to stay with a large group of family or friends! We stayed in the winter and the view was just beautiful!!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark R.

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

Annual Family Get-A-Way

This was an ultimate top of the dune retreat. On the second day a comment could still be heard, "hey, I found another room!" For our group of 19 from 2 months to 66 years, everyone enjoyed themselves. From making our way down the "trail" to the lake to watching the bald eagles to playing table games and ping pong or finding a nook to catch up on some reading, it was a very enjoyable three days. It was a blessing to find accommodations where everyone had a bed and spacious enough for the different activities could take place without bothering others. George and Mary provided a complete information packet for the workings of everything and they were accessible and prompt in answering our questions.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

About the host

Hosted by George Lindquist

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Our family has always loved the lakefront, and have been coming up to Crystal Lake since 1975. We rented for several years from Chimney Corners (we highly recommend them) before buying our own place.

Why they chose this property

We chose this place because the property is large, sitting on 30 acres of woods, and includes 400 feet of Crystal Lake beach frontage. This gives our extended family (and yours) lots of room to spread out. No need to worry about disturbing the neighbors.

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