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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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Outdoor spa tub

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 81400 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Beulah, MI
  • Place, Platte Lake
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Crystal Lake Golf Club
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Betsie Valley Trail
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪50 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Double Beds and 2 Twin 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

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

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/
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 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

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property

About the neighborhood

Beulah

Located in Beulah, this vacation home is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and hiking/biking trails.
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Beulah, MI

What's nearby

  • Platte Lake - 5 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Crystal Lake Golf Club - 5 min drive - 4.8 km
  • Betsie Valley Trail - 6 min drive - 6.2 km
  • Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore - 7 min drive - 7.6 km
  • Old Indian Trail - 9 min drive - 10.2 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪A Papano's Pizza BEULAH - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪A&W Restaurant - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Papa J's Pizzeria & Diner - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Five Shores Brewing - ‬6 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.

How much does it cost to stay at Crystal Lake Waterfront Cottage with Private Dock, Yard, & Hot Tub?

As of Apr 9, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Crystal Lake Waterfront Cottage with Private Dock, Yard, & Hot Tub on Sep 12, 2025 start from $781, 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?

Onsite parking is available at the 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?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

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

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

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gretchen S.

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

Perfect rental!

Everything about this property is outstanding! Location is ideal, house is well stocked and clean, and the hosts are very friendly and helpful. Hope to return here every summer!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bryan C.

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

Great place

We had a great time. Thanks
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Ashley R.

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

Highly recommend!

The property was better than we expected. Private and great for our family. Beautiful lake! So happy we stayed.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Eric F.

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
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10/10 Excellent

Ed L.

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

Water Front Paradise

Very nice comfortable lake front family vacation home. Water in lake is crystal clear, Hot Tub felt amazing after swimming, Biking, basketball, paddle boarding, Kayaking gave everyone plenty of options on things to do.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

DANIEL H.

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

The best on Crystal Lake

We were sailing in a regatta hosted by the Crystal Lake Yacht Club. The skipper, crew and myself enjoyed the comfort, quiet, and amenities offered Having a new modern kitchen made our stay, while short, special as we generally cook our own meals.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

suzanne M.

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

Malesovas family

Property was great!! We had everything we needed! The only thing that could have been
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Cheryl M.

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gus O.

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer N.

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

Summer family vacation

My family and I spent a week here for our summer vacation. The area is incredible with so many things to do to experience Michigan. We had a great time. The cottage and property were great. It was awesome having the hot tub and the extra outdoor bathroom and shower. The lake is spectacular and we all used the kayaks and paddle boards. The owners were great to work with. We would rent this property again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shannon S.

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
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10/10 Excellent

julie h.

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah W.

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

Clear water, full hearts

Wonderful week at the Clough cottage. The water is as advertised!. The kitchen was fully stocked. We loved taking the kayaks and paddle boards out. I would say the only issue we had was some no working batteries on remotes but we didn't watch much tv so was hardly an inconvenience. Thanks for the great week!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tim C.

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

Annual family trip

Great place to take the family.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Benjamin O.

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

Wonderful visit - again

Second time staying here and it's perfect for us. The location is top notch both on the lake and in the area. The hosts are great and well... it's a repeat trip for us which pretty much sums it up!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Pamela M.

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

Property is comfy and location is prime!

Although hard to convince yourself to leave comfortable lakeside living, the location is central to charming villages and day hikes/ walks that include breathtaking views and intriguing history. We loved the quiet, the expansive dock, the entertainment provided by talented water skiers and sharing parts of the day with flying and furry friends of all shapes and sizes on the feeder.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Rhonda P.

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

First time doing a rental.

Our stay at the Clough cottage was a great first timer. The children had a fantastic time kayaking, paddle boarding and doing what teenagers do. The adults relaxed and enjoyed being by beautiful Crystal lake💕
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Inderjit M.

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

it was lot of fun to stay at the property. will definitely stay again.

great property and awesome location.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tracie G.

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

CLEAN and Beautiful!

This property was very clean and offered so much to do right there. The lake was beautiful, the hot tub was a perfect addition and the campfires at night were enjoyed by all. The house was super clean and it was perfect for our family of 4 and additional two couples. We cooked meals in and ate out and the house had all we needed for our dine in meals. Great hosts if you are visiting this area - highly recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katie K.

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

Great summer memories made in Crystal Lake

We couldn’t have asked for better hosts or a better place to stay. It was the perfect getaway for our family. We love northern Michigan and Crystal Lake and the Clough cabin fit the bill!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Benjamin O.

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

Just what we were looking for!

This place was exactly what we were looking for. James was extremely responsive and communication was top notch. Location is great, setting is great, and I'd happily return the next chance we get. Thanks James/Cici!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Kim K.

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

Amazing

Thank you Jamie for sharing your home. This was a treat for our family. Thank you for having us!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Kathy V.

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

Great cottage on crystal clear Crystal Lake

My family and I really enjoyed this cottage. The interior of the cottage felt like a cottage rather than a home, which most of our group really appreciated. The outdoor living space was great. The platform at the end of the dock provided a wide open view of the lake, while the deck and shore provided a more sheltered view with great shade. We were slow to take advantage of the boat house space. If you rent, I encourage you to take advantage of the space, especially the second refrigerator. Things to be aware of: Crystal Lake is quite large, and can get a little rough when the winds are high. The ceiling on the second floor is sloping, which was a challenge for my 6' 3" husband. The owners were great and very easy to work with. We would definitely consider renting this cottage again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gretchen G.

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

Great Crystal Lake Location

Great house, host, location, lake, etc. Couldn't ask for more.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly S.

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

Great lakefront property

We had a great time at this lovely lake house. It was very clean and had everything we needed to have a relaxing week on the lake.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

About the host

Hosted by Jamie Clough

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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.
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