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South Shore Crystal Lake Beach Access & Boat Launch

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A wooden staircase leading into a forested area with a wooden railing.
A deck with a grill, table, chairs, and an umbrella.
A bedroom with a large window, a bed, a bedside table, and a wall-mounted lamp.
Dining
A living room with a stone fireplace, blue sofas, a coffee table, and a painting of a sunset over the ocean.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Highlights

  • Sledding nearby
    A rare find — snowy slopes for sledding are just minutes away.
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Deck or patio
  • Internet access

Explore the area

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Frankfort, MI
  • Place, Crystal Lake
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Point Betsie Lighthouse
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Crystal Mountain
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Airport, Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪53 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

South Shore Crystal Lake Beach Access & Boat Launch

This beautiful remodeled home includes three bedrooms and is perfectly suited for a large family or vacation group seeking a getaway vacation on Crystal Lake. Located on the South Shore of Crystal Lake you are steps away from private lake access and feet from the free public boat launch!

Livable year round, the home is winterized and can entertain Northern Michigan vacationing at its finest: Crystal Lake & Lake Michigan summer enjoyment and winter sporting activities at Crystal Mountain Resort & within Benzie County.

Crystal Lake is consistently ranked as one of the most beautiful lakes with clear water and a sandy bottom. The home possesses 25 feet of shared access on Crystal Lake and includes a dock for swimming. This property is perfect for parents and children to enjoy lake activities privately.

With 1600 square feet, three bedrooms, and two bathrooms this is the perfect family location that stages a welcoming cottage feel.
Bedroom 1: King
Bedroom 2: Queen
Bedroom 3: Queen
Living Room: 2 Pullout Sofa sleepers
Total sleeps 10
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
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Pets

No pets allowed, service animals permitted
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 78287
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 20
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the neighborhood

Frankfort

Located in Frankfort, this vacation home is in the mountains and on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the snowmobiling and sledding.
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Frankfort, MI

What's nearby

  • Crystal Lake - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Frankfort Beach - 8 min drive - 8.3 km
  • Point Betsie Lighthouse - 10 min drive - 10.1 km
  • Crystal Mountain - 18 min drive - 28.2 km
  • Arcadia Bluffs Golf Course - 27 min drive - 38.3 km

Getting around

  • Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪A&W Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪A Papano's Pizza BEULAH - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Stormcloud Brewing Company - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Roadhouse Mexican Bar & Grill - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is South Shore Crystal Lake Beach Access & Boat Launch pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at South Shore Crystal Lake Beach Access & Boat Launch ?

As of Jul 19, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at South Shore Crystal Lake Beach Access & Boat Launch on Sep 21, 2026 start from $429, 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 South Shore Crystal Lake Beach Access & Boat Launch ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at South Shore Crystal Lake Beach Access & Boat Launch ?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is South Shore Crystal Lake Beach Access & Boat Launch located?

Situated on a lake, this vacation home is steps from Crystal Lake and 2.6 mi (4.1 km) from Bellows Public Beach. Lake Michigan and Betsie Lake are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 37 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 37 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 37 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 37 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 37 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth M.

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

Wonderful Stay

We have stayed here twice now and each time was wonderful. The owners have thought of everything, and the house is stocked with everything you need for your getaway.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pam H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect spot for home base at Crystal Lake. Close to everything in the area. This is our third stay at this lovely cottage.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marshall L.

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

Crystal Lake

Great place, plenty of room and an excellent location!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location to downtown Frankfort and Beulah. House has some very nice kitchen updates. Our families have a wonderful time. Very relaxing and a great rental for our second year in a row.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephen D.

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

Second time at the wonderful cottage

We love staying at this cottage on Crystal! This was our second time here and hope to stay again in the future.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pam H.

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

Comfortable family retreat

This the second year we have stayed at this cozy cottage. It's the perfect home base for a week at the lake!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Jeff W.

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

Good Location

Close to Frankfort and Lake Michigan. Good size home for a family with everything needed.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

L R.

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

Great spot near Crystal Lake

Great spacious house and location - a bit of wear and tear but priced fairly. Great owners communication and responsiveness!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie B.

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

Great location

We really enjoyed our stay at this cabin. The kitchen was fully stocked, the bathrooms had tons of towels and we never had to make a toilet paper run! We really appreciated the size and layout of the cabin, and it was in a great location, close enough to downtown Frankfort and right next to Crystal Lake.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah H.

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

Great property!

Well maintained vacation property and super close to Crystal Lake/Frankfort! Katie was great at answering any questions we had. Home was well appointed and cozy.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 28, 2023
We loved hosting Sarah and her family. Hope she comes back soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kim F.

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

Great Place!

The house had absolutely everything we needed. So nice of owner to provide all the extras for our stay. Half way between Beulah and Frankfort where we spent most of our time. We love this area! It holds so many great memories.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 3, 2021
It was so wonderful to host Kim and her crew! Hopefully they will be back again to make even more memories!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Meredith D.

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

Love it!

This cottage on Crystal Lake was perfect! Comfortable and well stocked. The location is amazing and we loved having the fire pit and accessible beach/dock. My kid’s favorite thing was jumping off the dock at sunset! We are coming back next year and can’t wait!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda N.

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

Southshore

We had stayed on this property 15 years ago. The updates were nice. Everything was provided from paper products to firewood for a campfire. Host responded to all inquiries
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle Z.

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

Very nice and roomy house.

House is nice and open. We were attending a wedding and all had plenty of room to get ready without being in each other’s way. Nice deck on back was a great gathering place for some family members between wedding and reception.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Location, location, location!

Our stay at South Shore Crystal Lake was a true winner. Location of property is ideal for Crystal Lake and Frankfort. Lobb Rd can get busy so watch your young ones and pets. Plenty of linens and towels along with dishes, glasses, and silverware. Clean and comfortable. Katie was available ASAP to answer any inquiries. With some very minor updates, this property would be 5 stars+. We would rent this property again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Amanda F.

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

Lovely house

This house was perfect for our big family to stay in. It was big enough for our five kids to all have some space. It was clean and open and we enjoyed playing some of the board games when it rained. The yard was a little smaller than we expected and was located at an intersection that made us a little nervous to let the kids play in the yard. The swimming dock wasn’t quite what we expected either and ended up accessing the lake in the boat launch area instead.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Ken H.

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Railing on the front deck.

The railing on the front deck was dangerously low. The kitchen sink had a leak that caused the floor to get wet when using, the previous renters must have had a dog because the screen door was damaged, the television in the bedroom did not have a controller. It looks like there are plenty of updates to the house and it looks like it will be very nice when it is finished. Knowing how difficult it is to get workers in the area especially this time of year, I believe the issues will be resolved as soon as possible. I would consider renting it again in the future.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kalyn S.

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

Family vacation

We loved our first stay at Crystal Lake! The house worked perfectly for us and is beautifully updated. Perfect distance to the lake and town of Frankfort. Katie, the owner, was so easy to communicate with! Highly recommend!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah E.

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

Great Spot

Came into town for a wedding. This property was close to everything and having some dock access was great too. Would recommend staying here.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel M.

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

Very clean and cozy house with plenty of room to suit our needs.

Great host to rent from and we’re very accommodating. Loved the location to all the activities we had planned.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eric B.

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

Great place and location

Nice comfortable cabin incredibly close to crystal lake. Great amenities and it looks even better in person than it does in pictures!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ashley K.

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

Great location

We had everything we needed from the kitchen to the beach just down the street. We enjoyed blocks along crystal lake in the morning. Great communication from our host!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barbara B.

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

Nice stay in Crystal Lake

The house was very pleasant and had all the amenities and supplies expected. It is just up the hill from the lake. A short 2 minute walk will bring you to either the dock or to the public boat access. We preferred taking the dogs and swimming at the boat access. It was not busy and very broad with lots of shallow water. The house is in a good location near Frankfort and Beulah, and we took many long walks down the quiet roads by the lake. The owners were very helpful and easy to work with. TV with streaming access and good WiFi was a plus.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Richard B.

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

The cottage had everything we needed. Access is just adequate but there are plenty of public beaches

The cottage is clean and roomy. I woukd suggest families go to Elberta, frankfort for beach. Beulah has publc beach n Crystal Lake. Many more beaches in Sleeping Bear National Sea shore. For just a swim cottage access is okay. Owner responsive to questions.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erich S.

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

Excellent location. Clean and convenient.

Centrally located between Beluah and Frankfort. House is cozy and has all the needed amenities.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020

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Hosted by Katie Nugent

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