Beulah, Michigan
This non-smoking, two story, 2000 ft2 "cottage" has 200 feet of lakefront on the north shore of Crystal Lake. A history of pet-free and non-smoker use! A large non-smoking deck, shaded by two walnut trees, connect the outside to inside living space with abundant comfortable furniture for multiple relaxation poses. Ideal for a couple with two children and Grandparents, the house has magnificent lake views from the air-conditioned King and Queen bedrooms. A pair of twin beds in the cedar paneled twin beds room gives the younger folks their space. A reading nook is for anyone who needs away time from the family. Give yourself a time-out Mom! The water and beach are a few feet from the deck accessed down four stone steps from a very large lawn area. Swing away on our grownup/child swing set, or watch the water or supervise swimmers from the commanding set of super-nice Adirondack chairs. The garage fits a small car and has a level 2 electric car charger which you can use no-charge! The driveway allows one other car to be parked off street.
This is a non-smoker, non-smoking, no-pets allowed property because our family members have life threatening allergies to those irritants. There is no smoking allowed anywhere in the house or on the premises. We really mean this! We respect your right to vape or smoke but you can't do it at our cottage or on our property.
We are very close friends with the neighbors and so this is a "no parties allowed" house. Quiet time is from 9 PM to 10 AM and is strictly enforced.
The ideal rental period for us due to our cleaning crew constraints is for you to check in on a Sunday, and check out Saturday. Ask us about our two week deal for 20% off!
We just installed a whole house generator to make the house more secure during the occasional times that power is interrupted in Benzie County. Additionally, we have conditioned the crawlspace beneath the house and installed a dehumidifier - so no mold smell!, a common issue with lake cottages.
The spring, summer, and fall seasons are perfect times to make our Crystal Lake home your base camp for birding, botanizing and wildlife watching. White-tail deer, fox and occasional otters roam the lakeside and Crystal Highlands during these quieter months. Frogs and turtles can be found in the streams and rills that feed into the lake.
The forests and hills surrounding Crystal Lake and the nearby Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore are considered a birding hotspot by Bird Watchers Digest. Pileated and other woodpeckers, nuthatches, Blue Jays and Northern Cardinals occupy the area year-round. Bald Eagles regularly soar and hunt over the lake and perch in forest snags behind the house.
Spring migration starts ramping up in April, with loons often stopping over on Crystal Lake. Many sparrows, kinglets, gnatcatchers, and warblers typically arrive mid-month. In the latter part of the month, spring raptor migration reaches its peak. See e-Bird.org and Bird Watchers Digest for Spring and Fall migration highlights for Michigan. E-Bird has logged more than 200 species at each of these birding hotspots, all located 20 minutes or less from the house: Otter Creek/Esch Rd, Elberta Marsh and Platte Point.
Although in spring, woodland areas are still not leafed out, the forest floor blooms with spring ephemeral wildflowers including bloodroot, spring beauty, hepaticas, Dutchman’s breeches, common toothwort, spring cress, red trillium, and large white trillium.
This home was perfectly located half way between Frankfort/Lake Michigan and the Beulah/Benzonia area. The water was crystal clear and area in front virtually rock free so it was easy to walk 20 feet out on the sandy bottom. Home has everything you could possibly need and more - we wouldn’t hesitate to return!
My kids enjoyed the swings and water, and my wife and I enjoyed dinners on the porch.
We had a great week at this lovely property. The home was comfortable and well equipped for our stay. Our property manager was excellent and we look forward to staying here again in the coming years.
It was great
It was our second year coming to this property and this visit was just as exceptional as the last. The house is perched really close to the lake, so all of the windows give a spectacular view and the sound of the lake and birds envelope the house—so easy to slip into vaca mode here! The side yard is huge and our kids had a blast running and playing in the large green space and swinging on the swings. The beach area is perfect for littles—nice and shallow, full of interesting rocks, and usually enough room to bring down some trucks and mermaids if the lake is calm. The kitchen is great to cook in, knives sharp, and plenty of room for food storage. The reverse osmosis tap produces tasty water and allows you to forego purchasing bottled water. The king bed is really comfy and everything is very clean. One of my fav features of the house is the tucked away nature of the tv area. The kids could watch a show without it having to be the center of attention for the whole family. Lastly, Nicole is the most attentive, responsive, and detail-oriented house manager we have worked with for any of our house rental experiences. We felt so cared for and having someone like that made for a lovely experience. We’ll be back!
The house and property were exactly as listed and in great condition. Our multi-generational group loved swimming in Crystal Lake, reading on the deck and in the Adirondack chairs, and grilling for dinner. The kitchen, bedrooms and living spaces were well-equipped with everything we could need. As much as we enjoyed staying home, this property was conveniently located for trips to Sleeping Bear Dunes, floating down the Platte River, and exploring Frankfort and Beulah. The hosts left helpful materials and suggestions for local eats and favorite spots. The hosts and property manager were responsive to a few issues we encountered during our stay. Even before we departed, the kids talked about next year's visit!
We had a great time on Crystal Lake. The home was clean, comfortable and well appointed. Literally steps from the water with a beautiful deck overlooking the lake. Great views of the stars at night! Close to several lakeside communities, restaurants, and stores. Within miles of great hiking trails and the dunes of Lake Michigan and comfortable drive to Traverse City and vineyards. Would definitely come back again!
This was our second year at this property and our family enjoyed it just as much as we did the first time. The house is clean and inviting. Our family enjoyed spending time on the deck watching the sun sets and relaxing by the lake. The paddle boards are another family favorite for getting out on the lake and seeing its true beauty. There is plenty to do in the surrounding area and this home is a great place to stay while you are exploring.
Great location, gorgeous views, and a clean/comfortable house. Everything worked well and is well-stocked in the kitchen—bonus points for sharp knives to cook with! The beds were comfy and I can’t overstate how clean the place is. Nicole was a pleasure to work with and super responsive. It wasn’t mentioned in the listing, but there is a no fire policy, so keep that in mind if you are hoping to bring along a fire pit. The shallow water area was perfect for kids to play and splash around.
Absolutely wonderful! We enjoyed every aspect of this home. Perfect for a family of six. Beautiful and very clean, we felt right at home. We loved the large yard, swing set and of course the crystal clear water. The paddle boards were a blast. Nicole (the property manager) was very responsive and easy to work with. We loved the welcome treats that were left for us… great way to start our stay. Oh and the sunsets were just dreamy! Don’t think twice…. Book your stay. ❤️
Crystal Lake is beautiful and the proximity to the water is very relaxing whether on the deck or playing corn hole on the lawn. Easy and quick access to a variety of attractions in the area. Great place.
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