Our Outlet- Crystal Lake access on Outlet Bay/private street

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A modern kitchen with dark cabinets, a granite countertop, and pendant lighting.
A modern kitchen with a central island, green bar stools, a flat-screen TV, and a dining area with a sofa.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a central island with bar stools, a stainless steel sink, and a built-in microwave.
A wooden deck with picnic tables and chairs, a small shed, and a house in the background.
A dining room with a table set for six, surrounded by chairs, with large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Crystal Lake

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Washer

Explore the area

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Frankfort, MI
  • Place, Crystal Lake
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, beach near Crystal Falls Boating Access Site
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Point Betsie Lighthouse
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Airport, Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker)
    ‪41 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Twin Beds

Bedroom 3 (basement)

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2 (basement)

Towels provided · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

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About the neighborhood

Frankfort

Located in Frankfort, this cottage is on a lake. While the natural beauty of Lake Michigan and Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can check out Crystal Mountain. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing, snowboarding, and skiing, and don't miss out on the ice skating.
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Frankfort, MI

What's nearby

  • Crystal Lake - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • beach near Crystal Falls Boating Access Site - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Frankfort Beach - 7 min drive - 8.7 km
  • Point Betsie Lighthouse - 14 min drive - 14.8 km
  • Crystal Mountain - 14 min drive - 23.5 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪A&W Restaurant - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Villa Marine Bar & Grill - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪A Papano's Pizza BEULAH - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Stormcloud Brewing Company - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Our Outlet- Crystal Lake access on Outlet Bay/private street pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Our Outlet- Crystal Lake access on Outlet Bay/private street?

As of Nov 10, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Our Outlet- Crystal Lake access on Outlet Bay/private street on Nov 13, 2026 start from $371, 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 Our Outlet- Crystal Lake access on Outlet Bay/private street?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Our Outlet- Crystal Lake access on Outlet Bay/private street?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Our Outlet- Crystal Lake access on Outlet Bay/private street located?

Situated on a lake, this cottage is steps from Crystal Lake, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Benzie Area Historical Museum and Betsie Valley Trail. Frankfort Beach and Paul Oliver Memorial Hospital are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 10 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved our stay. Hosts were super responsive. Great location.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 25, 2026
Hope you enjoyed the rest of your summer!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This location is magical. This house has high value with so many amenities and a well stocked kitchen and flat top. Such a sweet little lake house. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 25, 2026
Glad you enjoyed your stay and all the items we try to have available for guests.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our stay. The lake close by was nice and the location of the house was perfect. It met all of our needs.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 13, 2026
Thank you for staying with us and glad you enjoyed northern MI!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice property although size is deceptive based on photos. Overall nice experience other than the griddle needed heavy duty cleaning.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 25, 2026
Thanks for the feedback on the griddle- we'll make a note so that it's not overlooked for cleaning between guests.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great time at the cottage, such a great location and space!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 18, 2025
Thanks again for staying with us!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing property - perfectly situated to get in/out of Frankfort and Sleeping Bear area. Lovely home, had all the necessities.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 23, 2025
Thank you for staying with us. And it is a great area, so many activities nearby!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property. Close to everything.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great central location. Nice amenities like a grill, ice maker, and fire pit. Comfy king size bed. Would recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 18, 2025
Thank you for choosing us as a landing spot for your northern MI trip!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Crystal Lake Vacation

Had a great time at the lake. Very clean and close to all amenities. Enjoyed the backyard and space in the basement!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 18, 2025
So glad you enjoyed the new space!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Location and Value, a Few Small Gripes

Overall, we had a great stay at this listing. For a four night trip with two people, this place was nearly perfect, minor complaints aside. Let's start with the good:- Centrally located between Frankfort, Beulah, Elberta, and Benzonia, so lots of food and activity options between these towns. - Steps from Crystal Lake, easy access to water- Comfortable and large bed, lots of kitchen space - Located on a fairly quiet, calm street - Detailed welcome guide provided, in addition to being well-stocked with household items - Prompt host communication Here were a few not-so-great things:- There was a fairly strong dog odor throughout the house, particularly in the living room and main bedroom (also some pet hair found on the bed and couch)- The washing machine (which we didn't end up using) seems a bit complicated to use, based on the long instructions in the welcome guide (who wants to risk flooding a basement on vacation?).- The lock on the front door was not properly calibrated before our stay, which gave us a little scare at first (this was quickly fixed by the host).- The highway nearby was a little loud when trying to relax outside I want to clarify that my minor complaints were minor, and we were very happy with our stay. Crystal Lake is beautiful, the towns are charming, and this house gives you a comfortable place to after exploring. It was perfect for 2 people (King size bed a plus), but could comfortably fit a family of 4-6 or a group of adults
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 11, 2025
It sounds like you explored all of the area and had a great time. The front lock started intermittently resetting itself (unlike the garage door lock, which is the same system) and we've tried resolutions but none have worked 100% yet. We didn't mean to scare you off using the washing machine- we just want to make sure people don't turn it on and then leave as it's a good idea to ensure the sump pump engages as needed (maybe we'll reword the instructions?). Our dogs will be spending less time at the cottage so this will resolve that issue. Thanks for the feedback.
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