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Step into the idyllic world of Crystal Lake Cottage in Frankfort, Michigan. Enjoy a private beach and dock at your fingertips, with an airy lakefront cottage featuring a spacious open kitchen and living area that leads to a large back deck overlooking the beach.

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10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 102496 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

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About this property

Contemporary Crystal Lake Beachfront Cottage

  • Discover summertime bliss at this contemporary Crystal Lake Cottage in Frankfort, Michigan. With your own private beach, dock and private deck, the wonders of summertime in Northern Michigan are at your fingertips.

    *Please note: During the winter months, the guest house is unavailable for rentals due to winterization*

    The Details

    Main House
    3 Bedrooms | 2 Baths

    An airy lakefront cottage with its own private beach and dock, the main house is ideal for families and friends with optimal space for outdoor living and an open kitchen, living and dining floor plan with a large back deck overlooking the beach.

    - Master Bedroom: King bedroom with office space and en suite bathroom with walk-in shower and double vanity.
    - Bedroom 2: Bunk room with twin bunks and direct beachside deck access.
    - Bedroom 3: Two twin beds
    - Hall Bath (Shared): Features stand-up shower

    Guest House
    2 Bedrooms | 1 Baths

    The guest house is perfect for accommodating visiting guests, additional family members and nannies.

    - Bedroom 4: King bed
    - Bedroom 5: Queen bed
    - Shared bath: Walk-in shower

    Amenities & Features
    - 100' private sand beach
    - Sand bottom beach
    - 1.5 acre lot on NW corner of Crystal Lake
    - 50' wide outdoor deck with several seating arrangements
    - Inside gas remote controlled fireplace
    - Outside wood burning fireplace
    - Outside propane supplied fire pit
    - 48" Stainless Steel Ducane Grill
    - Twin Bay Aluminum Dock with benches and ladder
    - Jet Ski hoist available for fee
    - Kayaks and paddleboards included


    About Crystal Lake
    Crystal Lake is located in beautiful Benzie County in Michigan’s Lower Peninsula. Covering just under 10,000 acres, it’s the ninth largest inland lake in the state and amongst the cleanest lakes in the United States boasting crystal clear blue waters.

    Crystal Lake and the surrounding townships are beloved by those who love Michigan’s raw and natural beauty and the rurality of Northern Michigan. On sunny days, the turquoise hues of the lake rival that of the Caribbean. You’ll discover endless opportunities for boating, fishing, swimming, tubing and beyond. There’s nothing more
    refreshing than a dip in Crystal Lake on a hot summer afternoon.

    As if the lake itself weren’t enough, the surrounding townships are incredibly charming. Grab ice cream in the tiny town of Beulah, venture to the Lake Michigan shoreline in Frankfort, or make the 25-mile jaunt to Traverse City.
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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,496 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Minimum check-in age - 24

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

About the area

Located in Frankfort, this cottage is on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore and Lake Michigan. Discover the area's water adventures with waterskiing, water tubing and power boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking. Visit our Frankfort travel guide
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Frankfort, MI

What's nearby

  • A hiking trail winds through the vibrant fall foliage along the Indian Springs Multi-Use Trail in Indian Springs State Park, the oldest State Park in Georgia.
    Old Indian Trail
    4 min drive - 3.2 miles
  • Point Betsie Lighthouse
    Point Betsie Lighthouse
    4 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore
    Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore
    4 min drive - 3.4 miles
  • lake sunset at the river outlet
    Platte Lake
    8 min drive - 7.7 miles
  • Bellows Public Beach
    6 min drive - 4.0 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Stormcloud Brewing Parkview Taproom
    10 min drive
  • Stormcloud Brewing Company
    10 min drive
  • A&W Restaurant
    10 min drive
  • Crescent Bakery & Cafe
    10 min drive
  • The Lighthouse Cafe
    12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Contemporary Crystal Lake Beachfront Cottage pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Contemporary Crystal Lake Beachfront Cottage?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Contemporary Crystal Lake Beachfront Cottage?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Contemporary Crystal Lake Beachfront Cottage?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Contemporary Crystal Lake Beachfront Cottage located?

Nestled on the beach, this Frankfort cottage is 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from Lake Michigan and 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. Old Indian Trail and Point Betsie Lighthouse are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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Contemporary Crystal Lake Beachfront Cottage Reviews

Reviews

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9.8

Cleanliness

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Location

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10/10 Excellent

Shannon R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house with private beach was nicely secluded. We loved the privacy and the fantastic, enormous deck overlooking the beach
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Stunning rental!

Gorgeous house with a beautiful beach and perfect outdoor space. Everything was very tasteful, comfortable and made for a perfect family vacation spot!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

James M.

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

Slice of paradise in northern Michigan

Great location and property; access to beautiful Crystal Lake/beach is perfect for families with children. Amenities were excellent including high quality kitchen tools, cookward.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Rachel C.

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

Beautiful and peaceful house

We loved this house. 4 adults and 4 teens fit easily and happily here. Crystal Lake is gorgeous and we rented the extremely nice boat and went out on the Lake many of the days we stayed here. I highly recommend this house.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Vicki T.

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

wonderful!

This is a wonderful property! The porch and its view makes you feel like in you in heaven. The water WAS Crystal clear. Accommodations were great. EVERYTHING was provided for. All in excellent condition.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Leslie W.

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

Perfect Week!

The Summer House was perfect! With Caribbean blue/green water and sandy bottom, Crystal Lake is an amazing location. The Summer House feels very private with an amazing deck that steps right onto the beach. The house was pristine with all the amenities of home. The property manager was responsive and thorough. We cannot wait to return next summer!.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Tom W.

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

Great family getaway

This was our fourth summer vacation in northern Michigan, and probably our favorite location of them all. Crystal Lake is truly beautiful, and this property was a great accommodation for our group of 9. The home was very clean, well-stocked and comfortable. Having two separate living rooms was a big plus for our large family, and the huge outdoor covered deck (with hot tub and fire pit) was a big hit with everyone…. In fact, we did most of our evening meals on that deck. Our adult kids loved the property’s canoes & kayaks, especially since the water was still a bit too cold for swimming. And the fishing was decent…. We caught enough big smallmouth bass for two meals. Unlike many other rentals, this property offers lots of privacy, and also has lots of room for parking if you are coming with multiple vehicles.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ania B.

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

Beautiful views

This was a new rental so there were a couple of hiccups, but the rental company was quick to reach out and respond and help out. Very easy to work with and views we’re stunning we really enjoyed most of our Time out on the deck. The main house had a very comfortable master and 2 additional rooms that were good for kids as they were bunk beds and 2 twins. The guest house has 1 queen and 1 king and a bathroom. It was a pleasant stay and we’d love to comeback sometime.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Paul R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025