Year round Crystal Lake cottage, newly remodelled 4br/1ba, w/sandy beach!

4 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6139 sq m

Popular amenities

Fireplace

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Free WiFi

Washer

Dryer

Check out the area

Frankfort, MI

Betsie Lake7 min drive
Frankfort Beach7 min drive
Point Betsie Lighthouse14 min drive
Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker)41 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Separate dining area

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Located on the South shore of Crystal Lake with 60 feet of sandy beach, this newly remodeled 4 BR/1BA (w/separate room w/double vanity) comes to you with a deck, fireplace, laundry, and wonderful lakefront views from the deck or beach itself. The four bedrooms include 2 x Queen, 1 x Bunk & Twin & 1 x Full are all on the 2nd floor. Plenty of room between the house and beach to relax on the hammock or roast marshmallows in the fire pit (don't have to worry about cars and kids!). Interested in setting up horseshoes or badminton? No worries, plenty of room. A charcoal Weber grill is also available for use. Conveniently located half way between Frankfort & Beulah and minutes from area attractions such as Crystal Mountain, Point Betsie, biking trails and Sleeping Bear National Lakeshore.

Smoking is prohibited. Beds have pillows, mattress pads & blankets. Pillow cases, sheets & towels are NOT Provided.

Property manager

Jay Kulesza

Premier Host

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Outdoor space

Beach view

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 30

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

see rental agreement for details.

Renters are responsible to bring their own towels, sheets and pillow cases.

3 Night Minimum

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

A car is required for transport to and from this property

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.

Frankfort, MI

What's nearby

Betsie Lake - 7 min drive
Frankfort Beach - 7 min drive
Crystal Lake Golf Club - 10 min drive
Point Betsie Lighthouse - 14 min drive
Old Indian Trail - 19 min drive

Getting around

Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

McDonald's - 8 min drive
Roadhouse Mexican Bar & Grill - 7 min drive
Five Shores Brewing - 8 min drive
A&W Restaurant - 5 min drive
Stormcloud Brewing Company - 7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Year round Crystal Lake cottage, newly remodelled 4br/1ba, w/sandy beach! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Year round Crystal Lake cottage, newly remodelled 4br/1ba, w/sandy beach!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Year round Crystal Lake cottage, newly remodelled 4br/1ba, w/sandy beach!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Year round Crystal Lake cottage, newly remodelled 4br/1ba, w/sandy beach! 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).

9.8

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

8/10 Good

Jen M.

5 Sept 2023

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

Crystal Lake

Great location and fun amenities

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nadine P.

28 Aug 2023

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

Perfect Lakeside Retreat at Crystal Lake Cottage

My family and I recently had the pleasure of staying at Crystal Lake Cottage, and we couldn't have been happier with our experience. From the incredible location to the well-appointed house, everything about our stay was simply perfect. First and foremost, the location of this cottage is unbeatable. Situated right on the lake, we enjoyed direct and easy access to a private beach. The beach itself was a dream, with its pristine sand and crystal-clear, inviting waters. If was especially idea for families with little kids, as the water was not too deep. We spent countless hours swimming and building sand castles, creating memories that will last a lifetime. And let's not forget about the breathtaking sunsets we witnessed from the perfectly located fire pit. It was the idea spot to gather around with loved ones and bask in the beauty of the day's end. The house itself was spacious and clean. We were impressed by the stocked kitchen, which made it a breeze to prepare and enjoy meals with our family. There was ample seating and plenty of room for everyone to relax. The back porch quickly became our favorite morning coffee spot, offering a tranquil setting to start our day off right. Jay was incredibly responsive and attentive, ensuring that we had everything we needed throughout our stay. Additionally, the detailed document provided with nearby activities was a fantastic resource, allowing us to explore and make the most of our time in the area. We highly recommend!

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca K.

19 Aug 2023

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

Absolutely wonderful

The cottage was wonderful- plenty of room, clean, well stocked, beautifully updated, and close to everything. The lake is gorgeous and the beach area was great for the kids. The host was incredibly responsive and a breeze to work with. Our whole family had a fantastic time!

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tony M., Coldwater, MI

27 July 2023

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

Crystal Lake Cottage

Great access to Crystal Lake. Close to Frankfort, Benzonia, and Beulah. The house is a bit secluded in the trees, but it is nice for privacy if you want that. The public access next door was busy with swimmers, paddlers, and boaters, but nothing that bothered us. Great rock bass fishing in the evening right around the 10 ft mark.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer R.

22 July 2023

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

Michigan Memories

The lovely cottage was just as described. We had a wonderful week relaxing and recharging. This was our first time visiting Michigan and we have lots of fun memories from our trip. There is so much to do in the area, from the dunes, bike trails, the cute town of Frankfort, and Traverse City not too far.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Jay Kulesza

I grew up spending my summers here since 1968 - my first dip in the waters of clear blue Crystal Lake was when I was 2 weeks old! Spending summers here was such a special part of my life growing up as was my mother and grandmother before her. We've been very fortunate to keep the property within the family for 5 generations and counting and one thing I find most rewarding is being able to share this special place with others.

Why they chose this property

Built in 1922 by my great grandparents, only recently has it been completely renovated bringing it up to 21st century standards but continues to hold the old world charm of a northern Michigan cottage. Plenty of room to spread out inside and out there is room to explore on land, in the water or climbing trees. The area abounds with adventure and is regularly featured as one of America's finest destinations, also known as "the other West Coast".

What makes this property unique

Centrally located midway between Frankfort and Beulah on the South shore of Crystal Lake and within a short drive to the southern tip of Sleeping Bear National Lakeshore the cottage is centrally located to many of the areas best eateries and local attractions. Come stay with us and you won't want to leave!