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Crystal Lake Cozy, Quiet Cottage with large beachfront and lawn

Beachfront cottage for sun and fun

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Beach area with fire pit
Blue Cottage with deck overlooking lawn and beach
Blue Cottage exterior
Large lawn for fun and games
Beautiful sky views over the lake

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Frankfort, MI
  • Place, Betsie Lake
  • Place, Frankfort Beach
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Point Betsie Lighthouse
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Airport, Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪57 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Crystal Lake Cozy, Quiet Cottage with large beachfront and lawn

Two bedroom, one bath, comfortable and peaceful...This cottage is ideally situated on the South shore of Crystal Lake, about halfway (5 min. drive) from either Frankfort or Beulah. It has 82 feet of beautiful, private beach, large dock with platform, boat hoist, and is a short boat ride (or even paddle) to the sand bar. This is a quiet neighborhood of small cottages, and there are no roads to cross between the cottage and beach. (Please note that the map is incorrect in showing a road between cottage and beach).

This cottage offers lots of privacy, tucked into woods on a few sides where you may observe deer or foxes. There is a lovely deck on front with an amazing view directly onto the large lawn, beach, and lake. There is a fire pit (on beach) and gas grill (outside cottage) as well as a wood-burning stove. Lots of outdoor space for kids (and adults!) to run and play or relax and unwind. Indoor space is cozy and comfortable, making even rainy days enjoyable for games, reading, or movies. It's a place for enjoying the best of the simple life and making memories to last a lifetime! (And, for modern convenience, it has internet and Hulu/Amazon/Netflix etc. enabled t.v. and DVD player).

The surrounding area has so much to offer with many outstanding restaurants, bike and hiking trails, summer concerts and festivals, water sports, etc. There are beautiful public beaches on Lake Michigan as well as many pristine inland lakes and rivers for floating or paddling. This area has been recognized for many outstanding features that are easy and scenic drives, such as the Sleeping Bear Dunes (most beautiful place in America), Moomers Ice Cream (Best ice cream), numerous wineries, breweries, and distilleries, and local businesses (check out Gwen Frostic and Cherry Republic, for a couple examples). We'd be happy to help provide suggestions specific to your preferences. It's a place where you can do as much, or as little, as you'd like to create your perfect vacation.

** Please note: This beach/lawn is actually about 100 feet wide. 82 feet (including dock, firepit, shed, water toys, chairs, etc.) are private and exclusively for use of the blue cottage tenants/renters. An additional 18 feet on the Eastern side, accessed by a landscaped path on the same side, is an easement access for 2 other cottages (owners and 1 other neighbor). Easement access is limited to walking to/from the lake and/or sitting with separate chairs on that 18 feet. Renters are also welcome to use this 18 feet to enjoy the full 100 or consider it a "neighboring beach" and enjoy the other 82! :)

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Amenities

Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Parking available
Beach view
Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
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

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
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

About the area

Frankfort

Located in Frankfort, this cottage is on the beach. While the natural beauty of Lake Michigan and Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Crystal Mountain. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Frankfort, MI

What's nearby

  • Betsie Valley Trail - 7 min drive - 6.6 km
  • Frankfort Beach - 8 min drive - 7.6 km
  • Crystal Lake Golf Club - 10 min drive - 10.1 km
  • Point Betsie Lighthouse - 16 min drive - 14.8 km
  • Platte Lake - 20 min drive - 18.8 km

Getting around

  • Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Roadhouse Mexican Bar & Grill - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪A&W Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Stormcloud Brewing Company - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪A Papano's Pizza BEULAH - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Crystal Lake Cozy, Quiet Cottage with large beachfront and lawn pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Crystal Lake Cozy, Quiet Cottage with large beachfront and lawn?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Crystal Lake Cozy, Quiet Cottage with large beachfront and lawn?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Crystal Lake Cozy, Quiet Cottage with large beachfront and lawn located?

Nestled on the beach, this Frankfort cottage is within 6 mi (10 km) of Frankfort Beach, Lake Michigan and Bellows Public Beach. Elberta Beach and Pinecroft Golf Course are also within 6 miles (10 km).

About the host

Hosted by Adrian

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Our extended family has been vacationing and owning property in this lovely, quiet niche of Crystal Lake for 3+ generations and we are thrilled to have this cottage back in the family as of 2016. It was previously owned by my great-aunt and great-uncle, who cherished and cared for this cottage with lots of love. We enjoy honoring their memories and sharing it with others who can appreciate the serenity and peace this area, and this cottage, offers.

What makes this property unique

Everyone comments on how unique this property is with a large lawn in additional to large sandy beach. Additionally, there are no roads to cross from cottage to lake and with its location tucked into trees on a small road, there's a lovely feeling of privacy.

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