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Maple Nest Cottage-Carriage House- Crystal Lake

Beachfront cottage for sun and fun

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Living area

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2750 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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  • Place, Betsie Valley Trail
  • Place, Benzie Area Historical Museum
  • Place, Crystal Mountain
  • Airport, Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker)

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Maple Nest Cottage-Carriage House- Crystal Lake

This new cozy cottage perched up in the trees with beautiful views of Crystal Lake. Let’s talk about great location!!! Guests will have lakefront access, beachfront is at the end of the street (1 min walk) Betsy trails right outside your door, Crystal Mountain ski and golf resort a 10 minute drive, Beulah Public beach and restaurants .7 mi away, Frankfort - a bike ride away, close to Traverse City, Sleeping Bear Dunes, Glen Arbor/Fishtown/winery's/brewery's, walking distance to downtown Beulah, pickle ball courts within walking distance, too many to mention. Everything supplied, bedding/sheets/dishes/pots-pans/grill/firepit, kayaks/bikes/fat tire, Pontoon rental available. This is a seperate build on another lot. I’m available next door if needed otherwise enjoy your stay

Crystal Lake offers the Betsy Trail which circumvents this beautiful lake and offers 22 mile ride or hike is an excellent way to scope out the lake and it’s surrounding. Area. The Betsy Trail is right outside your door step. NO SMOKING inside/outside. NOTE: the views from the deck can differ depending on season, pictures from deck are on the listing. My beachfront is right on the lake across the street, one minute walk. Beulah Public Beach .7 mi. NOTE: only rental guests have access to outdoor amenities. Coming soon 2026 Blue Ridge Cottage #4291225, right next door.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
Lake view

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
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
NO SMOKING inside or outside rental. Any smell due to smoking will be an extra charge of $100.
This is a private, quiet street please be courteous to the neighbors.

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Beulah

Located in Beulah, this cottage is in the city centre and 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. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing, snowboarding and skiing, and don't miss out on the snowmobiling.
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Beulah, MI

What's nearby

  • Betsie Valley Trail - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Benzie Area Historical Museum - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Crystal Lake Golf Club - 4 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Crystal Mountain - 13 min drive - 18.0 km
  • Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore - 15 min drive - 16.3 km

Getting around

  • Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪A&W Restaurant - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Platte River Inn - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪A Papano's Pizza BEULAH - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Cherry Hut - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Maple Nest Cottage-Carriage House- Crystal Lake pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Maple Nest Cottage-Carriage House- Crystal Lake?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Maple Nest Cottage-Carriage House- Crystal Lake?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Maple Nest Cottage-Carriage House- Crystal Lake?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Maple Nest Cottage-Carriage House- Crystal Lake located?

Located in Beulah, this beachfront cottage is in the city centre and within 1 mi (2 km) of Betsie Valley Trail and Benzie Area Historical Museum. Crystal Lake Golf Club and Pinecroft Golf Course are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 33 out of 34 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 34 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 34 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 34 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Drew T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful space that was very clean and inviting! Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Holly H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved our stay! The place is super cute and the perfect location! We would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aaron H.

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

Great Place!

Very nice place secluded nice atmosphere!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely place! It was decorated so adorable, had all the amenities, and accurately described. The only issue we had was that you couldn’t lock the place when you left, which should be fixed.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ignacio L.

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

Awesome place

The place is just amazing, cozy, fully equipped, it was perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lots to offer including convenient location to charming towns. Enjoyed the supplied kayaks by the dock. Dock is a nice location to swim or watch sun set.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely place perfect for two people. We loved that it was right on the bike trail and could use the kayaks on Crystal lake. Peaceful and perfect.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

jan h.

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

Sweet stay

So efficiently laid out, clean and serene setting.Everything we needed was there. Enjoyed the kayaks and sitting on the dock.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael N.

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

Peaceful get-away

Well appointed, thoughtful layout, tucked in a woods, with a peek of the lake, and only a short walk to town and five min. to golf. Just what we were looking for.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah J.

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

Beautiful place/great location!

This is a gorgeous place to stay! New, clean, great location and a wonderful host who helped with any questions we had!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gayle K.

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

Overall a perfect spot!

Great communication prior to arriving, the location is excellent, and very clean.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alex M.

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

Quiet, tranquil spot

Comfy, well-equipped and nicely decorated one bedroom. This is a beautifully- designed apartment above a garage. Spacious and clean and the bed was very comfortable! We were there in hot weather and the AC worked perfectly. We used the kayaks on the lake which was super fun. Great location close to the Beulah downtown. If we had stayed for more days, we would definitely have used the bikes to roll around town.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah S.

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

Neat little Getaway

The garage apartment was simple yet beautiful the way it was layed out. What a wonderful idea. Thank you
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrick D.

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

Nice respite in quiet area of Crystal Lake

Very nice to be so close to the Betsy bike trail and ride all the way to the pier in Frankfort ( just < 20 mile round trip). Also nice to be close to Beulah restaurants. We also enjoyed picking peaches and plums in PierPort. The accommodations were perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jen M.

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

Amazing

This cottage is amazing. Great location. Will definitely go back!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alex G.

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

Beautiful Place with Great Amenities

Space was clean and well decorated, had lots of dishes, cooking utensils, etc., which was great because we love to cook. Would love to go back during the summer to spend more time around the lake.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christina M.

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

Loved our stay in Beulah!

My boyfriend and I really enjoyed our stay at this listing! The location was perfect -- so close to the water! Everything was clean, tidy, and visually and aesthetically pleasing. The deck was so perfect and special in the morning. The perfect getaway. We wished we could have stayed longer.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn S.

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

Beautiful Maple Nest Cottage

The setting of the cottage in the woods near the lake as well as the interior of the cottage was beautiful. The cottage was very clean, well-stocked and quiet. We spent time relaxing in all the inside coziness as well as exploring the nearby area and finding some cute shops and delicious food. We highly recommend this property and hope to stay again sometime!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brionna S.

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

Great getaway spot

Joncie’s place was amazing - super clean, beautifully decorated, and just steps from crystal lake! We loved the amenities that were included here as well, such as the paddle board! Joncie was also extremely kind and gave great recommendations. :)
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tara S.

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

Great spot!

We very much enjoyed our stay. It was close to the attraction that brought us to the area, Sleeping Bear Sand Dunes. Never having hiked the trails in the winter, it did not disappoint. The VRBO was in a great location and just so happened to be having their Winterfest that weekend. Our first time watching fireworks in the winter, such a cool experience! Just a short walk made for a fun adventure! Maple Nest Cottage was very clean and had everything we needed for a great weekend!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

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

Fall Break for Golf & R&R

Maple Nest was a perfect accommodation with an expanded studio apartment in a stand alone dwelling. Very well kept with furniture, appliances, and all utilities you could ask for. Best moments - sitting on the balcony at morning with a coffee, or in the evenings with a drink, taking in the fall colors and views of Crystal Lake. Centrally located and I made daily walks to Beulah to visit 5 Shores Brewing, Lucky Dog Saloon, and other places for meals and great beverages! Loved staying there and will book again!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy B.

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

Maple Nest

We could not have been happier or more pleased! It was outfitted with every possible amenity, right down to an unexpected umbrella and crocheted shopping bag. It was beautifully furnished and thoughtfully arranged. We will definitely return.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kailey S.

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

Adorable guest home

We only stayed one night so don’t have any complaints other than we wish we stayed longer to enjoy the amenities. There is a basket in the kitchen with useful information (maps, restaurant menus, guides, guest rules/instructions) that I thought was super thoughtful of the owner! Owner was also very responsive.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Calla S.

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

Very cozy

Didnt realize we were staying above the garage in someones house but it was still very cute and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carol D.

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

Beulah (MI) beauty

Lovely property, recently opened. Everything new, everything worked. Minor glitch: no cable. Will probably return next October
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

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