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Charming Beachfront Vacation Home On Crystal Lake: June 27-July 11th available!
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Reviews
9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 102548 sq ft
Popular amenities
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Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 King Bed
Bedroom 3
1 King Bed
Bedroom 4
4 Single Bunk Beds
3 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub
Bathroom 2
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Bathroom 3
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Charming Beachfront Vacation Home On Crystal Lake: June 27-July 11th available!
This lovingly maintained 4 SEASONS cottage is Waterfront with no road or trail between house and water!! It has a glorious view and private beach on Crystal Lake.
Our calendar is updated in real-time & our seasonal nightly rates are accurately displayed. Simply enter your desired dates and click 'Book Now!' We have a 7 night min May - Sept (Saturday check in only) and a 3 night min the rest of the year.
The cottage is clean and spacious, sleeps 10 with parking for 3 cars. 4 bedrooms (3 on upper level, 1 on main level), 3 full baths. There is a king bed in each of the large upstairs bedrooms, 4 full size twin beds (2 sets of bunk beds) in the third (upper level) bedroom, and a king bed in the fourth (first floor) bedroom.
Spacious living area/tv nook on the upper level landing, fully equipped kitchen with upgraded appliances, open dining and living rooms with oak floors, stunning hand placed working fieldstone fireplace, excellent views of the lake from nearly every room, & upper balcony. Main floor family room with 42' flat screen TV & DVD, 2 full size couches, desk area, deck outside of family room w/patio furniture, full size hammock and both gas and charcoal grills. Laundry room adjacent to kitchen w/washer and dryer.
The beach and amenities - a beautiful sandy beach area, fire pit and swimming dock are provided, firewood is also provided for the fire pit. Very comfortable Adirondack chairs are beachfront ready for your use. The cottage is located on the south shore of Crystal Lake and faces almost due north. There are no steps to the beach, it is just across the beautiful lawn. There is plenty of room to enjoy the beach, fire pit and play games.
Our property is adjacent to the Betsie Valley Trail. Biking or walking to Beulah is 1.4 miles and to Frankfort is a pleasant 8 miles. We are close to Crystal Mountain Resort & Spa, Frankfort Lighthouse & Beach, Riverside Canoe and Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. Come and see this and more, there is so much to enjoy. Crystal Lake will tug at your heart. There is a reason our family has had renters who have come every year for 20+ years; this is summer as it was meant to be.
If you are thinking of joining us for fall colors & fishing, Sept/October/November is an amazing time of year here! It is serene and peaceful with so much to enjoy. Things slow down just a bit and our location is ideal for lake or stream fishing. If you prefer to go out on a charter there are plenty to choose from out of Frankfort, only 8 miles away.
Winter fun is another great time to enjoy our lovely cottage! It is located only a few minutes from Crystal Mountain Ski Resort & Spa where the winter fun never ends. Stay with us, close to the fun at a reasonable rate.
We look forward to greeting you any time of year.
Our calendar is updated in real-time & our seasonal nightly rates are accurately displayed. Simply enter your desired dates and click 'Book Now!' We have a 7 night min May - Sept (Saturday check in only) and a 3 night min the rest of the year.
The cottage is clean and spacious, sleeps 10 with parking for 3 cars. 4 bedrooms (3 on upper level, 1 on main level), 3 full baths. There is a king bed in each of the large upstairs bedrooms, 4 full size twin beds (2 sets of bunk beds) in the third (upper level) bedroom, and a king bed in the fourth (first floor) bedroom.
Spacious living area/tv nook on the upper level landing, fully equipped kitchen with upgraded appliances, open dining and living rooms with oak floors, stunning hand placed working fieldstone fireplace, excellent views of the lake from nearly every room, & upper balcony. Main floor family room with 42' flat screen TV & DVD, 2 full size couches, desk area, deck outside of family room w/patio furniture, full size hammock and both gas and charcoal grills. Laundry room adjacent to kitchen w/washer and dryer.
The beach and amenities - a beautiful sandy beach area, fire pit and swimming dock are provided, firewood is also provided for the fire pit. Very comfortable Adirondack chairs are beachfront ready for your use. The cottage is located on the south shore of Crystal Lake and faces almost due north. There are no steps to the beach, it is just across the beautiful lawn. There is plenty of room to enjoy the beach, fire pit and play games.
Our property is adjacent to the Betsie Valley Trail. Biking or walking to Beulah is 1.4 miles and to Frankfort is a pleasant 8 miles. We are close to Crystal Mountain Resort & Spa, Frankfort Lighthouse & Beach, Riverside Canoe and Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. Come and see this and more, there is so much to enjoy. Crystal Lake will tug at your heart. There is a reason our family has had renters who have come every year for 20+ years; this is summer as it was meant to be.
If you are thinking of joining us for fall colors & fishing, Sept/October/November is an amazing time of year here! It is serene and peaceful with so much to enjoy. Things slow down just a bit and our location is ideal for lake or stream fishing. If you prefer to go out on a charter there are plenty to choose from out of Frankfort, only 8 miles away.
Winter fun is another great time to enjoy our lovely cottage! It is located only a few minutes from Crystal Mountain Ski Resort & Spa where the winter fun never ends. Stay with us, close to the fun at a reasonable rate.
We look forward to greeting you any time of year.
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Amenities
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 24
Check out before 9:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights
Hope you had a wonderful stay!!
As per the rental agreement we ask that before you leave:
*all trash is removed to the dumpster
*furniture (inside & outside) are returned to where they belong
*beach towels are laundered
*dishes & kitchenware are clean & returned to their cabinets
*fridge & freezer are empty & clean
*floors are broom clean.
I wish you safe travels and truly hope you will come back to see us soon!
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
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
A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Beulah
Located in Beulah, this holiday home 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.

Beulah, MI
What's nearby
- Betsie Valley Trail - 3 min drive - 2.9 km
- Crystal Lake Golf Club - 6 min drive - 5.8 km
- Frankfort Beach - 10 min drive - 11.3 km
- Crystal Mountain - 14 min drive - 19.5 km
- Front Street - 47 min drive - 63.8 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 5 min drive
- A Papano's Pizza BEULAH - 6 min drive
- A&W Restaurant - 9 min drive
- Cherry Hut - 5 min drive
- Stormcloud Brewing Company - 11 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Cleanliness
9.8/10
Check-in
9.6/10
Communication
10/10
Location
9.4/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
27 Jul, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Lisa M.
15 Jun, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A Perfect Place for our Family

Lisa M.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Mate S.
20 Jul, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Crystal Lake Stay
Mate S.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Michael G.
23 Oct, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Michigan in the fall
Michael G.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Matthew H.
23 Jul, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Stay
Matthew H.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Megan T.
27 Jul, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Crystal lake getaway
Megan T.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Greg J.
29 Jun, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Really Nice Time
Greg J.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Caryl M.
3 Nov, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
House on Crystal Lake
Caryl M.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
8/10 Good
Curt B.
12 Feb, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice cottage for family on Crystal Lake
Curt B.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
10/10 Excellent
David M.
22 Sept, 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Large, clean, well-stocked home
David M.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019
10/10 Excellent
Karyn F.
24 Jun, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely vacation home
Karyn F.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Stephenie L.
25 Feb, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cleanest property with amazing views!
Stephenie L.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023
10/10 Excellent
Ashley C.
4 Aug, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay on Crystal Lake!
Ashley C.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
8/10 Good
Norman S.
30 Aug, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Crystal Lake
Norman S.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
8/10 Good
Sue M.
18 Jun, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
South Shore
Sue M.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
10/10 Excellent
Ruth Ann S.
16 Jul, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Celebrating our 40th wedding anniversary
Ruth Ann S.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Aimee P.
17 Jun, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Time
Aimee P.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Connie H.
15 Oct, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Benzie County Getaway
Connie H.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023
6/10 Okay
Kevin R.
1 Sept, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Great location but needs lots of work
Kevin R.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
6/10 Okay
Candace P.
9 Sept, 2025
Candace P.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Lee M.
20 Jul, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing location and beautiful property
Lee M.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
6/10 Okay
Sheila B.
23 Jul, 2016
Beautiful view of Crystal Lake
Sheila B.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2016
2/10 Terrible
Janine D.
1 Sept, 2024
Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy
Not even remotely luxurious but paid a fortune
Janine D.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jack I.
6 Sept, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy


Jack I.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Peter G.
28 Oct, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Without Question the Best VRBO on Crystal Lake!
Peter G.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022
About the host
Hosted by Stephanie Lipson
This property is part of land that has been in the family since the Civil War! We have come up every summer to Crystal Lake and eventually built our own home here on the Family Compound. Our kids have spent their summers here since they were born. It is a magical place where summer can be shared with your loved ones! Our eldest daughter just had her wedding at the lake. Well, it was actually ON the lake as the wedding took place on a platform in the water just off the beach. Maybe you saw the picture on ESPN? It was broadcast during the Little League World Series that our son was playing in for the Taney Dragons. He was transported back to the lake by special permission of the league between games as he was in his sister's wedding. When you come to stay at the Guest House, stop over any time, we are right next door!
Why they chose this property
We live next door! This house belonged to family and when the opportunity arose we stepped up to buy it and keep it in the family. It's a great house. It was built in 1993 by a family member and had one owner until we bought it. We have totally refurnished it and had a lot of fun with upgrading the kitchen and adding fun touches. I hope you love it as much as we do...
What makes this property unique
This is one of the few houses around Crystal Lake that have no road or public walking path between the house and the lake! Simply stroll down the lawn and enjoy the beach and lake in privacy.
Languages:
English, Spanish
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