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Crystal Lake Cozy, Quiet Cottage with large beachfront and lawn
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2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5
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Frankfort, MI
- Place, Betsie Lake5 min drive
- Place, Betsie Valley Trail6 min drive
- Place, Frankfort Beach7 min drive
- Airport, Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)54 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! :)
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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Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Parking available
Beach view
Barbecue grill
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9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (71 reviews)
House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
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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. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Frankfort, MI
What's nearby
- Betsie Lake - 5 min drive - 6.2 km
- Benzie Area Historical Museum - 5 min drive - 6.6 km
- Betsie Valley Trail - 6 min drive - 6.6 km
- Paul Oliver Memorial Hospital - 7 min drive - 7.6 km
- Frankfort Beach - 7 min drive - 7.6 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 8 min drive
- A Papano's Pizza BEULAH - 9 min drive
- A&W Restaurant - 5 min drive
- Cherry Hut - 9 min drive
- Stormcloud Brewing Company - 7 min drive
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Reviews
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Exceptional
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10/10
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10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
26 Jun, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Sacha K.
12 Aug, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Family Vacation
Sacha K.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Kelly C.
29 Aug, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy


Kelly C.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jennifer L.
23 Jun, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect way to kick off summer




Jennifer L.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Steven T.
19 Jul, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Steven T.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Claire J.
12 Jun, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend getaway
Claire J.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021
10/10 Excellent
Matthew N.
17 Oct, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Matthew N.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
karen m.
26 Aug, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A Perfect Vacation Cottage
karen m.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Connie B.
29 Aug, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Last Summer Vacation
Connie B.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
James U.
3 Jun, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice Get-a-Way
James U.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Anna M.
2 Sept, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location
Anna M.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Ivan D.
5 Sept, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful and Quiet
Ivan D.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Molly K.
17 Aug, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing!
Molly K.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Dori P., Royal Oak, Michigan
16 Aug, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfection!
Dori P.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Brenda B.
2 Oct, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A slice of private paradise
Brenda B.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Molly K.
30 Aug, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family vacation
Molly K.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Adriana C.
28 May, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Little Piece of Lake Heaven!
Adriana C.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Dawn D., Northern Chicago Suburbs
26 Jun, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
So in love
Dawn D.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021
8/10 Good
Kim R.
7 Jul, 2024
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Blue Cottage
Kim R.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Emily A.
18 Aug, 2018
Wonderful trip
Emily A.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2018
10/10 Excellent
Monica D.
1 Jul, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another Great Week!
Monica D.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Andrew S.
11 Jun, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyed this property
Andrew S.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Mike D., Grand Rapids, MI
19 Jun, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Blue Cottage is great, but so is everything that comes with it.
Mike D.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Stacey S.
5 Jul, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect for our trip!
Stacey S.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Lisa M.
26 Sept, 2022
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About the host
Hosted by Adrian
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.
Languages:
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